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Newspaper

The Sunday Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1916

Page

12

Skulls and Bones Found on Ozarks Knob Near Gainesville

In Gainesville Missouri on April 22 three miners Krank Williams Lin Garvess and Harve Festrose uncovered a stash of eighteen skulls and a wagon load of human bones on Bald ridge knob seven miles south of town. They found twenty-two arm bones and other unmatched fragments while probing the site. the find was described as an old Indian burying ground.

Gainesville Ozark Minera Krank “Williams Lin Garvess Harve Festrose Thaney Ron Mead Bux Denis Jason Willan Jim Keronm

Mystery Bones and Pottery Tie to Old Indian Village

Investigators examine skulls found with a murder victim, noting two bullet holes and a possible chopping axe wound. Fossil pottery attributed to the Chippewa and 16 inch long vessels hint at an ancient burial context. Local miners recount finding a carved cup and a fragmentary plate as the case widens.

Lhain Hota Thane Omar Qomnhyd Jursahyd Ozarks

Warm Praise From The Oil Man Dave Hickman

Local booster Dave Hickman known as the Oil Man endorses Nery-Worth from Burke's Drug Store. A customer testimonial from Mrs. Hickman claims years of headaches back pain and sleeplessness vanished after one bottle, with improved appetite and vitality. The ad promises a four dollar refund if no relief.

Dave Hickman Clarksburg Hickwan Burke's Hickman Hirkman Burke's Drug Store

War of Sparrows disrupts fields and crops in Landon

In Landon on April 22 reports describe a sparrow war harming crops and raiding farms. Schoolboys and local residents have observed sparrows causing damage as farmers struggle to prevent losses across the countryside.

Landon Bas Seeur

Clarksburg Weds Ritchie County Girl Details

On May 12 residents of Claydias will vote on issuing 249000 for road and 140900 for turning improvements from Grantili Inlet to Tolrente. The plan aims to fund the North western turnpike project and related county developments amid mixed support and possible defeat.

Ron Claydias Trice Toad North Weartven Grantili Inlet Tne Pike Tolrente Doddriden Pennahoro Bormin Fa Ho

Priscilla Shop Offers Varied Corset Options on Second Street

Tarclay Mains advertises corsets with multiple styles and materials at Pak Al the Priscilla Shop on Second Street. The notice promises comfort and tailored fits, mentioning lace and plain designs as available choices.

Pak al the Priscilla Shop Second Street

Thorne of Chicago Named Chairman of New Agriculture Commission

Thorne of Chicago named chairman of the newly created National Chamber of Agriculture Commission by Senator Pletcher. The body will coordinate the National Chamber work with the United States commission and American commission, aiming to improve agricultural conditions through rural credits, education, and better marketing. A staff of experts will study farm problems, and the plan covers a five year campaign with representatives from major agricultural and transportation sectors.

National, Chamber of Agriculture Commission Fletcher Washington Apel Watdeen Banahor Vuncan Monomela Charley H. Tyrie Tehicago National Chamber of Agriculture Americas Commission Doriva Cna United States Commission Wilson National Chamber of Agriculure Ubaoth Prositant Wiluon American Commission Renge- Hontalivan Mitty-Alxwater National Marketing Committee Reon America National Chamber of Agrien Use Commission Consiuera Thorne Ile Af Mentaan Pers, Ward and Company Chivaga Phalniog Hiv Cis Phairmanshin Ro Nrow Mdnd Lin Avdr Aer Leas Ats Alor Fieteliét Asanmibion Thenegarioih Amerten Mbiconi Hisladir Ai Age Tiewliiral Wctetlens Jel Inelis Pareientay Enelty Awel Lalrtho Leery Veo Clareni Ninastoie Snidiivan Minamercial Lowther Wii Linkha Auttoo Mrondest Witrone Aeelentiael Ieach Urram Orve Vane Nie Jaye Aetiva Executiie Avith Tharhe Jotnwetad

Clothing Needed for Clarksburg Aid Drive

Local charity in Clarksburg appeals for clothing donations for all ages, with emphasis on children’s wear. Anyone who can donate is asked to call Bell 24% or Home phone 46 to arrange pickup or delivery of items promptly.

Amdociaion Charities Clarksburg Bell

Leggings and Insect Protection for Marines in Tropics

The article discusses United States Marines wearing leggings as protective gear against tropical diseases and insects. It notes frequent exposure to yellow fever plague hookworm elephantiasis and related illnesses. Fleas mosquitoes and other carriers threaten troops, while the leggings are claimed to provide ankle protection and reduce infection risk.

Washington Unitd States Marine Ingeeth Avion Tin Caltet

Paper price rise hinders Chinese press and mill closures

Amid April 2 reports the central government moves to increase paper prices affecting publishers across China. Many small newspapers shut down as paper costs surge, crippling distribution and threatening local press outlets nationwide.

Prrisg Hai- Kow China

Shortage of church candles hits German supply lines

Washington reports a shortage of wax for church candles as Germany cuts imports. An April 22 inquiry by the American consular office notes near a thousand pounds of wax imported for church use and a projected shortfall of about 1.22 million pounds for the coming year affecting Russian church factories and related supply chains.

Washington Aminrlay Consulare Germany

Athletes in Father Campaign and campus notices

A column of local notices details a candidate’s family involvement in politics, Shawnee Wheaton Campus events, and staff changes. It reports on athletic prospects, a Shakespeare club at West Virginia Wesleyan, and personnel moves including Miss Liam Tarbell and Dr. S. Staley Hall.

J. Oln. Downer Louisville Anntal Kentucky Educaonal Association Downes Liam Tarbell West Virginia Wesleyan Shakespearean Club College Auditorium Althia Thinet Ulfus Caesir Mine Landing

Women Street Cleared For War Work In Liverpool

Several hundred women take up arrea duties in Tivernoot replacing men gone to the army. They are led by the department's oldest employee as they man the posts long held by men, underscoring wartime labor shifts in Liverpool.

Liverpool Tivernoot

Stop That Neuralgia Tone In The Mouth Remedy Ad

An advertisement claims that a ton tip of MHIMA-CURA applied to the mouth relieves neuralgia in ten minutes, with thousands reporting results. It promotes a 25 cent bottle sold at drug stores or by parcel post via Went Virginia Distributing Company, Parkeraburk WV, as a powerful antiseptic household remedy.

Prima-Corn Company Ubts Virginia Dintributing Company Parkeraburk W.va

Boiling Goats of Arms in Fabrics for Summer Gowns

A Washington article from New York discusses the Bolling arms motif used in fabrics for summer gowns. It describes the Marshall style insignia from Bolling Hall Bradford England and suggests uses from White House social events to Chevy Chase golf. The pattern features a central shield with three Pocahontas figures and war bonnets, flanked by a black and white background, with variations including stripes and polka dots. The designer promotes Made in America branding with stark black and white contrasts.

New York White House Washington Sociely National Museum Chevy Chase A- Bolling Hall Bradford England Bolling Aris America

Death note ends in Chicago courtroom drama

Carolyn Kinter dies after accusing Willem A Callahan of drugging her at the Normandie hotel in Chicago. Her frail father Franklin Klater seeks justice at the inquest while Callahan faces bond and legal proceedings. An unrelated note on synthetic car tires from a German inventor follows.

Chicago Carolina Kinter Willem A. Callahan Normandie Gondehy Paddy Franklin Klater Mas Francis Gallaber Dover Stead Carrie Siam Galligher Goodby Artington Willian A. Callahan Aid Mian Kinter Mr. Kinter

Grant to Tour Japan and South America

Sees Grant tree. Tokio April 23 The trains S. Gran arriving in Tokio to begin A tour. In Japan was to visit one park, where in 1879 his famous president father planted a magnolia tree to commemorate his coming to his country. Mr Grant with wife will visit South America. His home is at San Diego, Cal.

Tokio S. Gran Japan Grant South America San Diego Callt

GO M WEST Feed Supply Store Cement Blocks

Cement blocks lime plaster cement sand power pipe and related supplies listed with emphasis on right quality and service. Local shop promotes two phone lines for customer orders and deliveries.

M West

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