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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
4
Fragmentary overheard notes describe a meeting about Gunier company comPrans and Clarzabers at the Postomce in Cussieshare Va with references to second-class mail, telephones, and public service notes in a muted, uncertain format.
A short philosophical note by C. W. Falvbanks asserts national progress and improvement. The quotation emphasizes steady growth over decline and reflects optimistic civic sentiment.
Louis Bennett opposes local tax changes arguing no system proves its efficiency to satisfy most voters. He cites the new tax law as persistent, while critics warn reform faces broad resistance. The tax mix shifts burden: nonresident property owners dodge taxes, while large property owners underpay relative to residents.
The article lauds Republican tax reform under Governor candidate William E. Glasscock, citing eight state measures including reduced tax levy, railroad assessment boost, new tax on previously untaxed property, higher license revenue, a two cent rail fare, uniform accounting law, and fee redirection to county treasuries. It highlights Uncle John Miller’s political guidance and a letter from Gov. O. Dannon praising Glasscock as prudent, steady, and capable.
A Republican tribute column argues for William E. Glasscock as Governor of West Virginia, praising party achievements and a united GOP. It extols the two-cent railroad fare law, crediting Republican leadership and policies for economic progress and farmer prosperity.
We are sole agents for Merode hand finished underwear in Clarksburg with no equal at the price. Ladies vests and pants start at 50c up to 1.50, union suits 1.00 to 3.00. Children's Merode garments 25c to 75c, union suits 50c to 1.25. Ladies long sleeve vests 25c, children’s line at sale prices. Babies wrappers or vests 15c to 50c.
A fragmentary note suggests a broader western outlook favoring Tah and Sherman, portraying an era where agrarian progress and regional cooperation shape policy despite limited context. The terse wording hints at a strategic alignment benefiting farming communities and frontier development.
An old newspaper ad touts Rexall Orderlies as a safe, pleasant remedy for constipation and digestive issues, backed by a store reputation. It includes testimonial quotes, a Catarrh Cure claim with a $100 reward offer, and references to other medicines like Hall's Catarrh Cure and Dr Shoop's Pink Pain Tablets. Product mentions include stomach tonics, tonics for chronic diarrhea, and Burdock Blood Bitters.
An ad promotes a candy cola Prevention tablet for colds and feverish children sold in boxes of four for 25 cents. The product is distributed by various dealers and marketed as a quick relief remedy during sneezing stages.
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