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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1916

Page

6

The Touch of a Baby Hand Love Sets Two Minds Free

Susan E. Clagett portrays Madeline a frazzled writer aboard a Newfoundland bound steamer who faces marriage or career while Peter Lansdale, a steady officer, reveals his deep affection. A storm and a baby bind them as she chooses love over independence, and they wed upon reaching St John’s, beginning a life of shared purpose.

Susan E. Clagett Mo Lure Adeline Grahame Newfoundland Halli Derk Badrug Peter Lansdale Byex Fin Maileline Fidence Sear Cape Race Madeline Jamemonium Peter Tate Peter St. John’s

Half moon bag craft for Christmas by Biddy Bye

A reader instructs how to sew a decorative half moon bag as a Christmas present. It calls for fabric scraps, various ribbon widths, crochet cotton, and navy ribbon for trimming. The project suggests hemming, stitching, and stuffing with white paper, offering a quick way to create several bags in a day.

Confessions of a Wife Reads in a Moral Quandary

In a personal letter style, Pau- Brien Mead reflects on the gap between manners and morals, citing friends who lie or steal in love yet claim virtue. She argues true morality lies in hurting no one but oneself, while recalling a past romance with Jeff and the wish for a more passionate embrace. The piece explores love, habit, and emotional restraint.

Margie Pau- Brien Mead Angfe Verrygreen Paula Jef Jett Jeff Echal Tayla Kot

Rich Cleveland Woman Seeks Divorce Over Cruelty

Mrs. Kunitz, 20, a prominent Cleveland society figure married at 17, sues for divorce. She accuses her husband of cruelty and declares she believes in waiting until one truly knows the world and if they are properly mated.

Kunitz Cleveland

Health Hints on Diphtheria Antitoxin Impact Worldwide

Health hints report 250000 lives saved globally due to antitoxin and improvements in diphtheria treatment based on twenty-country mortality data over twenty-five years. Despite gains, diphtheria remains a major child risk, causing about 4 percent of under-15 deaths and more deaths in the U.S. than scarlet fever, measles, or whooping cough. Early antitoxin use yields better outcomes. yet uptake remains limited. The attack and death rates are highest in ages two to four, with racial differences in susceptibility noted.

United States

Health questions answered about death rate and diet

A reader asks why the death rate falls with age and mentions topics like alcohol, diet, and health. The reply notes low liquor impact. The dialogue indicates concerns about nose redness and urges reduction of alcohol and diet adjustments for better health.

Oxgood Qually Oxgood Qually The Shop of Useful Gifts

The Gift Shop offers useful articles for mother wife sweetheart or sister. Displayed plainly with price tags, shoppers can browse freely and wait on themselves in a town store.

Osgood's

Beautiful Waists Offered In Varied Fabrics And Prices

An old advertisement describes waistwear including cotton waist goods in a Christmas box for 1.00 and silk Georgette waists priced from 12.50 to 250.00, with assorted colors and individual packing.

Q Dan Revives Color Glands Hair Restorer Ad

An old time advertisement touts Q Ban Hair Color Restorer as non dye that works on roots to restore color glands and make gray hair dark and even. It promises dandruff and shedding relief, soft thick hair, with a money back guarantee and a 50 cent price at Martin's Drug Store.

Martin's

Suits Dresses and Millinery At Discount Prices

Shopper alert notes suits dresses and millinery offered at 10 to 25 percent off regular prices. Early selections advised to secure desired items.

Winter Coats In Stock Priced From Ten To Seventy Five

Local shop promotes its daily replenishment of winter coats with new arrivals. Prices range from 10 to 75 dollars, offering affordable outerwear for all customers.

Wool and silk sweaters priced from two ninety eight to ten

The advertisement promotes wool and silk sweaters described as useful and beautiful with price points ranging from 2.98 to 10.00 and including midlevel options. It emphasizes attractive styling and broad price coverage for shoppers.

Hosiery as a practical gift with varied styles

An advertisement showcases hose in striped, black and white options priced from 1.00 to 1.50 plus leather silk and velvet pouch bags at 1.00 to 10.00. A large display features snowy white handkerchiefs in appealing presentation.

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