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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1916
Page
5
Health officials urge protection from pneumonia as cold season nears. Adults and children are warned to avoid drafts, keep feet dry, and guard chest and throat. Indoor air quality and promptly treating a cold are emphasized to prevent illness. authorities report 53 deaths among 66 cases.
The world mourns the passing of Hugh Munsterberg a renowned psychologist and Harvard professor who died while lecturing at Radcliffe College on elementary psychology. A German born scholar his remarks supporting Germany in the European war drew criticism though his final message urged early peace and an end to the war.
West Virginia 1913 Fairmont charter promoters won a court point as the Martinsburg federal court allowed the Republican city executive committee to be party defendants in Haymond of Kentucky versus City Board of Affairs. The panel urged briefing deadlines and delayed implementation of the charter.
Congressmen cost the nation more with salaries and allowances. The House of Representatives votes for increased costs, including a $7500 salary and $1500 private secretary allowance plus extra mileage, stationery, and sundries, heightening expenses.
The article questions a $500 allowance increase for a private secretary and a clerk, totaling $10,400 in salaries amid a nearing $300,000,000 treasury deficit and a overlarge 433-member House. It offers cold prevention tips and health advice urging simple, practical measures to cut costs and boost well being during winter.
The Government Bureau of Fisheries investigates shark shine as a Tonther substitute amid rising shark prices. The piece notes critiques of shark hides and the public’s concern over market effects. Also references a Hague Peace Palace janitor refusing to wake, and complaints about scarce paydage between Thanksgling and Christias.
A garbled town column recalls a near missed fire on a rooftop with no blaze on arrival, a hospital call, and a baffling Montana-like mystery involving gas and odd references. It weaves in era chatter about military figures, Hawaiian music trends, and local snow chaos with scattered puns and slang.
Opinion pieces attack immigration limits tied to literacy tests and political motives in 1910s policy debates. The text discusses attempts to bar immigrants, fears of anarchists, and criticisms of "The Fortnightly Liberal" influence, alongside a probe of gender bias in rural postal appointments and calls for qualified women workers.
The Italian Minister of Public Instruction Leonardo Din dwell proposes changes to the education system. He urges readaptation of public schools and universities to national life, aiming to curb overprofessional focus and emphasize humanity and service. He calls for suppressing excess formalism and aligning universities with industrial and social needs.
A passenger train on the Coal River branch of the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad near Sproul caught fire after a red hot heating stave from a coal upset in the baggage car. The clerk and baggage man escaped but could not save all mail and baggage. The fire halted trains and caused traffic delays. Georges Carpentier is stopping by for a rest before a bout with Willard.
Fragmented text discusses changes to privileges in the Canal Zone, mentioning Panama and various names, dates, and official bodies. It references the Department of Lithonin and preventive measures, with unclear details on who signs or enacts the reform and the effect on merchants and residents.
W Hering West Virginia December 19 fire at the Cam brie mine operated by Hollalee Coal company badly damaged the Wiliney mine. Estimated losses run into hundreds of dollars with about 800 workers left unemployed. Fire chief Fitton's daughter Sarah Fidton is noted in local accounts. The flame reportedly started as an incendiary act with widespread speculation on motive.
The ad claims health decline begins in bowels and liver from overeat or overwork. It says constipation and sluggish liver create toxins, urging a fresh start for stomach and bowels aided by Manalin. It markets Manalin as a non gribling laxative following Nature's Plan without discomfort or habit formation.
A busy street level listing shows assorted gift items including women's washable cape gloves, linen handkerchiefs, silk toilery, men's toilet cases, leather travel gear, and bath robes with prices ranging from a few cents to several dollars. The fragment hints at a department store display or catalog page with numerous fabric and accessory goods and varying costs.
A garbled Georgetown column lists many names, places, and events with numerous misspellings. It references visitors, families, illnesses, social calls, and upcoming local happenings, though the text is hard to parse for precise details.
A home remedy is proposed using one ounce of peppermint, four pints of hot water, and four ounces of granulated sugar to create a tonic for catarrhal deafness and head noises. The mixture is to be taken as a tablespoon four times daily, with claims of easing clogged nostrils and throat mucus. Holt Drug Co. offers to supply the prescription.
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