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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1916

Page

3

Hippodrome Review and Stock Company Plans

A front row report covers Hippodrome performances with The Traveling Salesman and The House of Mystery. It notes Ellott, Patti McKintoy, Claude Davis, and Molly Melniore in the cast, plus plans to form a permanent stock company in Kankakee. Also mentions Washington bookings and a Christmas party with the troupe.

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Breakthrough into Movies by a Young Actor in Chicago

A diaristic reminiscence traces a hopeful aspiring actor in Chicago encountering early film work. He recounts a stumble during a tryout, a shift from stage to screen, and mentorship from directors and Francis Rothstein, leading to a Metro opportunity and stints in supporting roles.

Francis Xotheshnin Tbe Mills Metro Mr. Brahman

Monongah Christmas Programs Celebrate in Town

Christmas programs were well received in Monongah with pupils from the Fireburnhouse and the Mapligt church presenting songs and recitations. The events included Christman gifts and donation efforts for the poor, with a special focus on community participation and school activities. A Christmas service at the P. church featured Rev OC Lawson, and attendance was strong. Local residents and visitors from Fairmont and Pittsburgh were noted among those who spent the holidays in Monongah, with social visits and seasonal gatherings reported throughout the week.

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Christmas Socials Highlight Local Guests and Weddings

Local society notes list numerous Christmas gatherings at homes across the area, with guests from Buckhanven, Parkeryburk, Charles ton, and beyond. Notable events include a Country Club auction bridge party hosted by the Robertson family, engagements announced, and several wedding and luncheon invitations set for early January.

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Personal notices of Christmas visitors and travels

The item lists numerous Christmas visits and absences: Dorothy Toward and Louise Conn at Polar Marlow Inn. Mamie Thomas visiting Indianapolis relatives. Homer Thomas from Pittsburgh and Mrs Mary Culver from Philadelphia. Anna Newberger traveling to Weston with her father. Doxophine McNally visiting from Clarksburg. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Weck hosting in Clarkburg. Mrs. Mary Crane and Christine Yaughtler from Clarksburg. Mrs. John A. Crane on Cleveland Avenue. Edith Holden visiting Oakland Maryland. CP Berahire of Morristown and family in town. at Mrs W. Howard’s Maple Avenue home. J.U.P. Abbott in Horntown at Manley Hotel. Le M. Davis of Charleston. Florence Witt Hor returning to Grafton. Florence White also returning to Grafton. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. McKinless and daughter Elizabeth of Mannington visiting relatives. Louive Maultt of Fairview. William Moreair of Grafton visiting relatives. Alice Inex dyents Christmas at True. Julia Barr from Charleroi visiting. Harriet Meete spending Christmas with relatives in Clarksburg. Mrs. Mapehe Price visiting Ron. Mita Danit Lloyd and others spending holidays with parents.

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Pope's Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief

A 19th century advertisement touts Pope's Cold Compound as the cure for colds and grippe. It claims rapid relief when taken every two hours for three doses, highlighting affordability at 25 cents and easy tasting formula with no inconvenience. It urges readers to accept no substitute and to visit local drug stores.

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