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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1916

Page

8

Pittsburgh oil and gas stocks set record week highs

In a busy week of trading in Pittsburgh markets, several oil and gas stocks hit new records as prices fluctuated. Columbia Gas and Co advanced from 50 to 63, while Glass rose from 11 to 12. Coal certificates traded up to 68 percent, marking high levels in New York listings despite a light traded slate.

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Oil and Gas Activity Rises as Wells Begin to Produce

The region reports a resurgence in operations with many new wells drilled or begun this week across counties in the northern field. Companies including Carter Gil, Le Lia Miggtibethuns, and Mary Earnshaw farm ventures push gas tests and preparations toward early production while others plan additional spuds in coming weeks amid a brisk market. Nearby crews note a shift toward higher activity and potential new gas finds, with several rigs running on multiple farms and districts.

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New York Stock Exchange Quiet on Saturday Amid Copper Rise

At a brief New York Stock Exchange session on Saturday activity centered in copper and a few specialties such as American Hide Central Leather Columbia Gas and Pittsburgh Coal. Copper stocks rose with fractional gains while steel and other bales were smaller than in recent days. Overall market closed steady but below best prices, with foreign loan movements not dampening war bond activity.

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Grain and Produce Market Notes From Chicago

Chicago December estimates show uneasy, unsettled feelings about wheat purchases. Prices for wheat futures slipped but stayed near prior levels as traders weighed potential cancellations of several million bushels destined for Great Britain. Oats eased slightly, while other grain and produce quotes fluctuated amid cautious trading. The report also notes varied market interpretations and unrelated literary quotes interwoven in the issue.

Chicago Dev Mielf Willy

Onions as a Pox Preventive in Distant Districts

Report mentions a long standing belief that placing strings of onions or sliced onion in a room could guard against smallpox. It notes the practice has been widely observed but claims the antiseptic effect is unproven and advises not to keep cut onions exposed for long.

Special Novices Application for Pardon Notice

Notice is hereby given that on or about the 11 day of November 1916 an application will be filed with J G Merson Pardon Attorney Charleston West Virginia for pardon of George Marolo convicted of the crime of nume. Jer 2a degree by the Marel term A. Townley Attorney sentenced to nine years in the West Virginia Penitentiary.

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Family credits Black Draught with keeping sickness away

Mrs J B Whittaker of McDuff, Va recounts years of suffering from headaches and stomach trouble. A friend recommended Thedford's Black-Draught, which she says saved her family from long illnesses. The vegetable remedy aids digestion and relieves indigestion, colic, wind, and nausea, with over 70 years of use and over a million helped.

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Boy champion corn grower to be scientific farmer

A Wisconsin boy, Dewey Hanes of Arena, wins the boy champion corn grower contest with a high score described as 41,800 against rivals. The article notes a trip to Washington and mentions scholarships and state programs tied to the event.

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New Depot and Lighthouse Tender Contracts Proposed

Plans outline a $2 per unit rate for constructing a new depot and a $180,000 tender for building or refurbishing lighthouse tenders in the Tontakinteville NY district. A separate Chesapeake Bay district Floyd tender is proposed for furnishing split electric stations with telephone telegraph or radio facilities.

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Christmas Booth at First M Church Lazaar

Advertising copy announces a Christmas booth at the First M Church Lazaar on Dec 7. It promises a wide selection of Christmas cards seals and calendars with engraved greeting options and encourages orders.

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Celery Mist Promises Quick Relief for Headache and Pain

An old ad claims Celery-Mist eliminates stock headaches and neuralgia and other pains instantly. It targets neuralgia, crippe, and rheumatic pains with a cute, pleasant cure. The price is five cents per package at any drug store, suggesting better value than pricier remedies.

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