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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1913
Page
3
Prof H B Hyde, Warren optometrist with 26 years in practice, offers free advice on glasses and eye strain. He warns of pedllers fraudulently using his name, offers a $25 reward for arrest, and states office hours 9 PM to 8 PM by appointment at Citizens National Bank Building Room 78.
De Posey and his team offer heavy moving services with careful handling of pianos and household goods. Orders may be left with A. A. Davis & Co. Telephone connections through New York and Pacific Co., No. 2 B. Warren Tel. Co. No. 84.
An old advertisement touts Garmesa Toilet Powder as a delicately perfumed, pure dusting powder for women and babies. It claims an exquisite oriental odor, absolute purity, and safety for infants with a 25 cent box price.
In Marion Ohio, Mr and Mrs F D Parker announce a separation after Parker, converted at a revival, believes their eight year marriage is void because Mrs Parker was previously divorced. They cite scripture and attach a statement noting no ill will toward Mrs Parker and an adopted child remains.
The State Department reports the September 15 nonpartisan Superior Court race results. John J. Henderson leads with 96 071 votes, followed by Webster Grim 58 133, John W. Kephart 53 500, and James M. Gilbreath 43 615. Alcorn, Reilly, and others trail as totals are released.
A writer describes a playful fortune telling setup for Halloween guests using a mystery book and eight labeled headings with questions and answers. It contrasts a "mystery" method with a Pumpkin Initial Fate game that uses a red-hot poker to burn letters into a pumpkin and reveal an intended spouse’s initial.
A woolen frock in black and white stripes is shown as highly effective for cold weather. It combines a plain gray taffeta with a rolling taffeta collar, lace waistcoat, and bolero. The blouse is peasant sleeve with elbow length, and an undersleeve of taffeta reaches the wrist, gathered at the cuff with velvet ribbon. The skirt features stripes running lengthwise above and horizontally below, hidden by a taffeta band.
The article notes plaits will appear in coats and skirts this coming winter and sashes will be more popular than ever.
William Kent of California, famed as the richest member of the House, was mistaken for a casual visitor at the State Department after being delayed by a clerical mix up. He was guided to Secretary Bryan’s office in minutes, observing the scene with bemused restraint as he noted the watchman’s surprise at his appearance.
Congressman Campbell shares a tale from his Pittsburg Kansas bid for school board. Jack O’Brien, a strong admirer known as a town character, challenges him with a wager about funding supporters and offers a drink after Campbell hands over five dollars to cover the bet amid town banter.
Miss Eleanor Wilson daughter of the president appears as Ornis in Sanctua ry a symbolic drama staged in Meriden New Hampshire The production pleases the audience and the President and Mrs Wilson attend The work condemns bird slaughter for millinery and supports tariff feather provisions.
Lieutenant John Alexander Logan III, son of Major General Logan, wed Margaret Powell of St Joseph, Mo., while another Logan, Edith, becomes engaged to Dewees W. Dilworth of New York. The piece notes his WW era rescue work in Dayton and a long family legacy in military and public life.
A humorous exchange features a man with a “wise look” claiming his wife thinks he is the smartest man on earth and he is trying to prove it. The brief dialogue plays on pride and domestic banter.
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