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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1895
Page
4
The notice lists a wide range of items including handkerchiefs table covers and ladies garments with prices and discounts. It mentions a term ending March 31 1806 and a 10 percent discount if paid by December 31 1896. The City Water Board details electors and directors at a Cats House meeting with names of nominees.
Fragmentary column mentions various figures and places including Columbia, Baker, Wali, Mira, and Colerain. It references a era of racing or contest daily life with scattered names and a hint of political or social chatter. The text is largely unreadable but preserves several proper nouns and locations.
Partial OCR reads a sale notice for a used upright piano in perfect condition with smooth action and handsome finish. The ad invites calls to W Balmer Co at No 11 Market Street and mentions Christmas candles at Plate & Mane.
School activities fill the week with seniors and juniors set to be examined on dates in the near future. The recently purchased relief maps will enhance geography study, praised as vital to the curriculum and civic preparation. A book agent visited, praising works by Hugo, Shakespeare, Dickens, and Cooper. Friday literary performances showcase student independence and knowledge of parliamentary procedure. Local shops advertise items from specta cles to candy and watches while a piano sold at a deep discount attracts interest.
Miss Linna Hennig offers elocution and acting instruction at 11 Eleventh Street. Classes cover Shakespearean study, recital work, and coaching for amateur productions with special attention to performance skills. Arrangements may be made by mail or by calling.
A seller offers a Chickering & Sons upright piano at one third of its original price due to no longer needing it. The instrument is described as in perfect condition with a bright tone. Also advertised are fine plated silverware and watches at C. C. Genther. The Blockade of Pianos note mentions House's Music Store as a music business center.
An advertising exposé notes Munyon claims his Grip Cure, Cough Cure, and other remedies can prevent pneumonia and heal various ailments. It asserts most grip deaths result from poisons and alcohol rather than the disease, touts quick 24 hour relief, lists prices, and urges readers to consult Prof Munyon at Philadelphia.
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