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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented notes discuss Kingwe Railroad from Elkins and Associates with mentions of coal territory negotiations and a potential railroad extension. References imply a purchase scenario and impact on a Vanderbilt network, including possible railway route through a town near Tinnelton and a controversial 16 mile grade.
The fourth volume of The Works of James Buchanan, published recently by the Lippincotts, collects the fifteenth president's speeches state papers and correspondence from 1838 to 1841 including his Senate service supporting Van Buren administration and favoring Texas annexation.
A newspaper ad extolls Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure for lame back kidney and bladder troubles. It offers a free sample bottle and an informational book, directs readers to mail in for the offer, and cites Binghamton New York as the company location.
An early 20th century report highlights a Chinese theater debut in Honolulu featuring Le Petite Rosa and a touring program by Minx Berry with Hoyts company. It notes performances at the Grand Opera House and lists a parade of impersonations and talents including satirical takes on famous figures.
A roving entertainment promises Chinese instruments and attire as a novelty in towns nationwide. The act features a mammoth revues style show with a cast including Vincent Ziegfeld Jr and Herbert James Manley among others. Notable numbers listed include Whistle If You Want Me Dears Pocahontas and I Want to be Drummer.
Seattle November 16 A salmon cannery will be shown in operation at the Alaska Yukon Pacific exposition of 1909. The display in the Fishery Building will demonstrate canning machinery from fin removal to sealing and labeling. A refrigerator plant and fish processing facilities will be featured, educating the public on salmon preparation and preserving the industry’s appeal.
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