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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1913
Page
4
An Evening Echo comments on patience as a jewel and notes few concrete actions at the fair. It discusses state politics with Swart Reed and Underwood, criticizes press influence, and counters rumors about a boxing bill and prosecuting attorney.
A report urges stronger child safety schooling after citing New York City figures of 226 children killed and 479 injured playing in streets last year. The Ohio State Journal notes nationwide 4 097 child deaths from moving street vehicles in 1910, urging moral and physical restraint and improved education to curb accidents.
A reflective fragment contrasts theft of joy by selfish pleasure with the pursuit of happiness. It notes pervasive discontent in homes of the well off, implying virtue unseen, and a child watching a butterfly net fail as the butterfly escapes, symbolizing futile quests for riches and fashion.
The Central Virginia fair expands beyond horse racing and live stock shows to attract wider audiences. It now features aviation acts and other attractions to boost general entertainment, with animals, poultry, floral displays, and machinery halls drawing record crowds.
The passage discusses stellite as a cobalt chromium tungsten alloy praised for extreme hardness and endurance, noting its high cost yet strong future potential. It contrasts stellite with abundant earth materials and envisions a shift away from iron as invention expands aluminum and silicon use.
The text discusses investor caution when dealing with firms and the challenge of obtaining clear information from distant investment centers. It emphasizes verifying credibility and understanding before committing funds.
A writer argues for fundamental investment rules focusing on principal safety, liquidity, and reliable income. He warns against speculation, stresses keeping funds accessible, and advises diversification. He notes higher interest often brings higher risk and suggests balancing safety with marketable, steadily valued investments.
A collage of editorials and quotes from multiple papers discussing labor laboring habits political nominations and social issues. References include Wheeling Register Parkersburg State Journal Parkersboro Sentinel Cincinnati judge and New York hotel law, with notes on suffrage attitudes and railway electric lighting plans.
Auther Montgomery editor announces retirement of the Montgomery News and transfer to the MineMaker Aid. Dupar group forms to push a labor friendly paper that will support both capital and labor and seek a conservative, just stance. Montgomery highlights his long career and many failed rival papers.
A proud young mother shows her baby’s red hair to Mrs. O’Leary the washer woman. The scene reveals harsh judgment toward young motherhood as compassion briefly softens the dejected woman’s face. A stranger’s warm reassurance ends the moment with a hope for girls growing up well.
A historical note explains the Union Jack as a banner formed from the crosses of St George St Andrew and St Patrick representing England Scotland and Ireland. It describes the 1707 proclamation of the national flag and the later addition of St Patrick cross during the union with Ireland.
A fragmented critique questions the value of advertising sections in the Daily Telegram. The piece argues the ads resemble public service that distracts from daily news, urging readers to focus on social events, sports, diseases, and other life details rather than commercial prompts.
New fall suits and hats in velvet plush and satin shapes arrive from Paris inspired makers. Prices range from 1.98 to 40.00 with many midrange options and a large Central West Virginia selection. Shoppers are urged to view the window displays and buy now for fall and winter.
Local ad touts a large assortment of new carpets and rugs in Central West Virginia at prices well below market rates. It highlights complete lines, rugs in all sizes from door mats to large room rugs, and claims historically low prices.
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