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The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Summer Meeting,

Secretary Carleton C. Pierce, OF the
West Virginia State Horticultural So,
ciety, has sent out notices from King
wood Of the summer meeting OF tnr
society, which will be held at Web
ster Springs Monday and Tuesday,
August 2S and 20. The Maryland so
ciety. which will be in session at
Hancock, Nd, will be visited by the
West Virginia visitors at the Springs.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27

Depositors and the stockholders of
the Grafton Bank Of Grafton, held
meetings here this afternoon at the
courthouse. The stockholders consld
cred plans to resist the efforts to re-
Quire them to pay assessments on their
stock at this time while the deposit
tors urged that more active means be
taken to force settlement Of various
cases now pending.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
GRAFTON SCHOOL
YEAR BEGINS
SEPT. 4
No Postponement There on Ac-
count Of the InfantiIe
Paralysis Epidemic.

GRAFTON, Aug. 26.-The Grafton
high schools and public schools will
open for the year on September II
with the largest school attendance Of
the local schools history, The out
break Of infantile paralysis affected
this section so slightly that it was
not considered necessary TO postpone
the opening date Of school until later
date, as has been done in several West
Virginia cities.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Business Lnbllee.

Half a hundred business and pro-
fessIonal men Of the city met at a
smoker" at the Elk's club to complete
the arrangements for Graftons big
jubilee, which Is set for September
20. An effort is being made to bring
a national league baseball team here
for an exhibition game on that date
as a top line attraction.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
To DpdIcatn Church.

The new Methodist Episcopal church
at Blueville will be dedicated Sunday
Sept, 8. The Rev. A. B. Riker, of Par.
kersburg, ex-president Of the Mt I'm
ion College, will be in charge Of the
services and will be the principal min
lister Of the day. The building is n
substantial structure Of concrete
blocks.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Watson, Brine the NeclIc.

Two reports Of dead men alongside
the Baltimore and Ohio tracks not far
from this city, we're brought in TO Bal
timOre and Ohio officials here this
week by trainmen, but Investigations
in each case disclosed the fact that the
men we're merely sleeping of the eff
feet OF an over supply Of intoxicating
liquor.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
MASONS LONG NAN,

AUSTIN, Tex, Aug. 26-Thc grand
nOstcr. at the session Of The grand
lodge OF Texas, called to the altar all
present who had been MNsons forty
years or moro and twonW,nme re-
sponded Ono Of them had been n
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27

The Rev. 2. W. Annon. a prominent
minister Of the Dunksrd faith. had
several ribs broken and received other
injuries when eau sat between the post
supporting a gate, and passing auto
mobile at his nome Fear this city. He
is slowly recovering
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Much SIght SecInr.

Reports of the local ranroad Off
cials show that the numberc Of pas
sengers carried this veal 20 the var
ious state fairs is the largest in their
history. There never has been so
much sightseeing" in the state as a
result Of the movement to see your
home state first"
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
FOunnd Dead.

Fred Wunderly, who was employed
in this city until two months ago. was
found dead few days ago in 4 lodg-
ing house in North Wheeling, Nothing
Is known here Of lis family or any
close friends.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Families Turned Back.

Several local families, on their way
to Pennsylvania without having
thought Of obtaining health certlfi-
Gates from their physicians here, have
been turned back by the authorities
of the state north OF us.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Goes to Perm.

W, F. Moran, a prominent young
man Of the city, who recently return
ed from an extended stay in the gov
eminent service in the Canal zone, has
left for Peru, South America, to enter
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
Watt Returns.

B. C. Watt, chief clerk Of the super
lntendent OF the railway mail service
in West Virginia. has returned from
Cabin Creek, where he had been en-
gagged since the recent Cloudburst in
that section in re-establishins the
mail service.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27
the mining industry for big South
American concern.
Police Get Booze.

The local police secured some thir-
ty-nine pints Of booze in raid this
week, but the owners escaped. The
LIQUOR was poured into a sewer.
The Sunday telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1914-1927, 1916-08-27

Mason sixty-four years, another tifty,
and others on down to forty,
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24
tempting Array
Of Artware and Lamps

writer and artist by special permission.
Each piece is unique and unrepeated in
the Fiambe ware. The shapes of the
vessels, the selection of the coJors and
The quality OF he surface show that this
pottery has attained the height OF nor
recuon. Ruskin pottery is made in vases
ana bowls in great variety. covered bis
cult and jam Jars, candlesticks. etc
Ala baster is highly esteemed for flower
bowls as well as for lighting devices,
Portable lamps, large floor la,nps have n
tremendous vogue, for lamps play an i'm
portant role in interior decoration.
a dainty Dresden figure forms the ha So
OF a lamp. The shade is a happv COM
bination of gold lace and bands OF rib-
bon flowers.
a bedroom lamp has a silk shade
adorned with flowers to. match the colors
IN the base Of the lamp. The shade is
so constructed that it opens to show
light for the bedside reading.
Candle shields and shades of i,,it,-
ton parchment, decorated with old-fasb-
Toned flowers and finished with borders
Of narrow gold galoon are among tho
newcomers.
n standing lamp Of black and rod
lacquer has a small table attached Tho
adjustable lamp is capped with a rcd
shauc Swallowed with black chiffon.
Black and red tasseIs give 7, nro,,,.
finish.
"A lamp with carved wood base orna-
mented with inserts of painted and pi1dod
leat.'er has a parchment shade which
seems to have reached the height Of
artistic talent
wooden lamp base finished in black
and gold has black chiffon shade ovo,
apricot silk which effuses a soft glow
a Wedgewood lamp of yellow Is shaded
with pale yellow shade ruched wit,
blue at the edge. Blue fringe circles tho
top instead of the bottom.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24
he Floor
Coverings
For Spring
and
Summer

rug should not be beaten, but should be
shaken or cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.
Scotch art rugs, homespun rugs and
soft velvet cotton rugs are sure to give
the greatest returns for the small amount
expended.
The sanitary and comfort advantages
of linoleum are not only considered for
the kitchen, pantry and bath, but also
the bare patterns for every room in the
house. Tile effects, mosaic patterns,
wood patterns and carpet effects are
much in demand.
American flax has been turned into sue
Cessful floor fabrics. Linen rugs come
in wide range of colors and patterns
and are good choice for the summer home.
Willows grass rugs maintain their repu-
tation for outdoor and indoor furnishings,
and show a wide range OF carefully
blended cOlors. Quality, design. color and
fitness are four requisites to be consid-
cred by the conservative rug buyer when
buying rugs either for the town or coun-
try house.
Crex rugs have a sense of freshness
and cleanliness about them. Fiber rugs
in herringbone weave, either in plain
colors or those having a border design
and small medalIions arc recommended.
Cheerfulness exemplifed and smooth Of
finish is a Crex rug with a red scroll
border and deep red band.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

want something a bit different than the
rank and file Of men are wearing. There
are no end of different variations and 1t
won't be long when we will see men
who said they would never be seen in a
green suit wearing them.
The man who wears a suit of some
mixture will be in good style. Mixtures
gray ones that will be shown. There is
every reason TO believe that mixtures will
be one Of the favorites. They always
are. No matter what has been created.
fancy mixtures always make a strong
appeal
There are few plum color blues that
have Just been originated and are al
ready making quite hit. They are pc
Culiar shades and especially suited to
light complexioned people.
Flannels will perhaps be the leading
fabric, although clothing experts disagree
on this subject. However, out of two
hundred lines that the writer inspected,
flannels dominated, and there is every
indication that they will lead the field.
1t is particularly good fabric for sum-
mer and spring wear, being light in
weight and keeping its shape well for q
moderately soft material.
Serges also take a prominent part in
the new seasons showing. Serge is a
good fabric. wears well and holds crease.
All smooth fabrics, in fact have been
chosen for SDripp Thar b,,,, 49,. $780,.
few of the rough finished cloths selected
for the new seasons clothes
Spring overcoats will be made up chiefly
of raiaDroofed fabrics. The tight fitting,
double-breastcd coat is the garment
smart men are to wear. 1t will be cut
very short and will resemble much the
overcoats worn by many this past win
ter. The single-fly fronted Chesterfield
made shaped to the waist and with a
long vent will also be in vogue. Loose
fitting coats with set-in sleeves, lust
about the same as those worn last spring
and fall will again I've popular They
are made up mostly in knitted fabrics
and are one-quarter or one-half lined.
Suits this season will be extremely
form-fitting. following very closely the
natural lines OF the body. In most
models there will be long vent in back
that reaches to the waist. One. two and
three-button sack suits will again be
worn. The vests are all cut quite low.
There Will also be quite vogue for
double-breasted vests. Double breasted
suits will see quite a prosperous business
Tor carly spring wear. They come main
~ IN one and two-button models. There
Is call for narrower lapels than before.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

Of a camers hair Manhandan has that
soft tan collar peculiar to camers hair
with a design in rich tones that makes 1t
expressly suitable fer the living room.
These rugs may he had in all sizes up
to II feet inches by Is feet, also runners
for hall or stairway can be secured. In
the same weave are two-tone effects with
a border ornamented with a classical de-
sign, or a plain border.
To meet the demand for the black and
white vogue, rugs with black background
have fine patterns in gray or taupe-
others are striking and original with just
plain fields of gray or taupe with four
inch black borders.
Reseda green, mulberry, French gray,
brown, putty color and blues seem TO be
the favorite coIors for flor coverings
Seamless chenille rugs come in plain with
two-tonc borders, alI-ovcr designs and
in Oriental reproductions. y seamless
chenille rug of tan-brown and border
with an all-over Chinese blue figure in
the center would add grace and dignity
to a room. These rugs may be ordered
in any size or practically any color COM
binations.
The Bundhar Wilton rug is surely an
innovation, and fits in well in odd-shaped
rooms. 1t is of extra heavy pile, heavy
as hand tufted and quite outrivals the
best importations. OF usual merit, it fits
well in a room with bay window. and
probably is the most talked of, OF the
new carpet offerings.
Beautiful loom-tufted rugs, with all
the luster color effects of the Oriental
rugs, arc to be had at a moderate cost.
Good service is insured by the long, silky
shiny Chinese wool used, which gives the
fabric a resiliency. and insures dura-
bility.
A plain velvet carpet had the stair
carpet used for its border, which may
be a good idea to initiate
Administer rugs always give perfect
satisfaction, and this year there are
many new patterns and designs. a good
carpet sweeper and not n broom should
be used on a new rug. If this is done,
the life Of the rug will be prolonged and
the pattern will be preserved until the
last vestige is worn out. An Administer
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24
By ADELE MENDEL

Pilgrims start out from Cairo once a
year carrying a maryelousIy wrought
carpet to Mecca. These pilgrims are es-
corted by a military escort, and their
journey is carefully guarded. Once a
year they also return with the old carpet
which has been made doubIy sacred by its
sojourn in the Holy City. The making
OF this carpet is intrusted to one family.
1t is made Of silk and lined with cotton.
as anything made entirely Of silk, pro-
scribed by the Korean. may not be used.
The carpet is left at the Kaaba-a box
shaped stone building. Few persons ex-
cept Mohammedans have ever seen the
kaaoa- for those who are not followers
OF hohammed enter it at the risk Of their
lives.
II one can afford an Oriental rug. he
must look at it from three different
standpolnts-art value, color and design.
For the value based on its rarity-and
then from its utility standpoint. The
hneness and the value Of a rug. as with
the cashmere shawl, is measured by the
number Of knots to the scsIare inch. A
skillful weaver can tie from twelve to
fourteen knots a minute-from 1000 to
5000 knots a day.
Chinese rugs more easily procurabIe at
present than the Turkish and Persian
rugs, are enjoying a wave Of extFaordi-
nary Partially
In America we may como to be as
proud Of some of our floor coverings
for our advance in textile manufacturing
has been simply short Of marvellous, and
the past seasons have marked a strong
advance in the market Of rug-making
The Persian silk rugs, reproduced in
designs from Oriental rugs, are wonder
full reproductions OF a beautiful sheen,
said to be absolutely fast in color. The
sizes Of these rugs range from g7xJl
inches to 9x2O feet and upwards
For carrying out the motifs and color
scheme Of cretonne furnishings the Kill
marnOck rugs are especially adapted
These rugs rank among the highest class
decorative seamless rugs
The Saxony reproduction of OrientaIs
have all the mellow sOftness of a real
antique rug. 4 Saxony in reproduction
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

America this year is thrown upon its
own resources to define the modes of
mems attire. No longer can 1t turn to
London for It's styles, no longer can the
designers in America shlrk their duties
and wait for what's what from Lon
don. No, emphatically, no; London Is
busy. frightfully busy in other directions
The terrible war that now seems almost
endless is taking all the time and atten-
ton that 1ondoners can give 1t. They
cannot waste their efforts on such simple
things as mems dress-though in peace
times 1t Is an important matter to them.
There are designers in America who
are masters of their craft, but they
never have shown us all they could do
And why? Because they knew they
could rely on England, and all they tried
to do was to slightly change the models
that were supplied them.
But now this source no longer exists,
and our clothing designers are forced to
gather their wits and reserve their brains
and energy for the planning Of styles
that will not only be adaptable for the
men Of America but for the men of the
entire world.
Perhaps the biggest problem that cloth
iers will have to- face this spring is the
dye situation. America has, up to this
time, imported almost entirely its color
Ing. Now its source OF supply has been
almost wholly cut off. Whether Ameri-
cans will be able TO cope with that situa
ton is a question. Large dye houses
have been built and the English and
German methods tried out. One thing is
certain. there will be plenty of colors
and patterns shown, but whether those
colors and Patterns will keep their orig
mai shade for very long time is the
bothering part Of II.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

what is stated above regarding Under
wear fashions also holds good on no
Jamas' Solid tones, small floral and con-
Sehtlonal patterns and stripes of evsrv
degree of latitude are shown in the on,
TIRE samut of color treatments.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

both in the long ones and the short ones.
There is nothing remarkably new in
hot weather clothing. Palm Beaches,
linens, silks. mohairs and penny weight
cloths will again be popular made UP in
belted-back modeI-. doub'e-'.r,- -
styles and the regular two and three
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

button sacks. White duck trousers viii
again be used for tennis and yachting
and white fannels for golf and week
end 'hops'' at the summer resorts.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24

Charles I had in his retinue a dwarf
only eighteen inches tall.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1916-03-24
The House Electric

CHATHAM COURTS.
1871 Columbia Road.
Music Every Evening.
Continuous Demonstrations
| to 10 P. M. Daily and Sunday.
Take Mount Pleasant Cars.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Notice to parents of children
whom l fitted with glasses for the
relief of eye strain: If they are in
any way not satisfactory, come to
my Office and will see and have
them re-adjusted. My methods of
testing are all taken from a trial
case, as that is the only sure and
scientific test that can be made to
get the best results.
Testimonials from home:
For two years l had been troubled
with eye strain. l went to a special
list at st. Joseph, Missouri. He had
glasses prepared but gave me no re-
lief. I feared that 1 would have to
give up my position. l went to Mr..
Bradley. He told me he would cor.
rect it, and must say he has given
me immediate relief. 1t is now eight
and my eyes improved and
money would not be any considera-
ton for the benefit he has done me.
James Lemley, Leon, Iowa.
l solicit the most difficult cases of
eye strain. I am at DR.. Woodman-
sees on Saturday and Monday; call
me up if you want the work done at
home.
P. F. Bradley, Optician.
Leon, Iowa.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

With his new instruments and up
to-date methods and the training nee
essary to pass the Iowa state board
examination, Butler, the optometrlst,
is prepared to take away that cloudi-
ness OF vision, and those headaches
due to eye strain. Examination free.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Seed Wheat have extra good
New Marvellous seed wheat for sale
at $500 per bushel. Takes only "
bushel to the acre. d. p. Leahy, r.
r. ID. 8. Leon. Iowa. 5-3t
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Capt. ]. D.. Brown, who returned
last week from a trip TO California
and Oregon, has been critically Ill
with an attack of diabetes ever since
his return, and for several days but
little hope was entertained for his
recovery, but it will be good news to
his many friends to learn that he is
now improving and his physicians
have hopes that he will soon be able
to be out again, although he has
been a very sick man.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

The Leon Electric Company has
the finest display room in this part of
the state for showing electric light
fixtures. The fixtures are beauties
and are priced very low. It would
pay you to see them.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

j. NJ. Muse, one of the old and
we'll known residents of Leon, passed
away last Thursday about noon, af-
ter an illness of several weeks. He
was buried in the Leon cemetery
FRIDAY afternoon
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

j. C. Strobe, a former operator at
the Burlington station in this city,
arrived Tuesday from Percival, Mo-,
to relieve first trick operator Joe
Stephens, who leaves this week on
vacation trip to New York City and
other points in the east.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

]. T. Harris has commenced the
erection of commodious new resi-
dence on his lot just south of the old
Sigler homestead on south Main
street. Orel Estes, who purchased
the adjoining lot will also builu
fine home on it next spring.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Don't use common drop cords for
your electric lights. Select an at
tractive fixture from the many dis
played in the special fixture room at
t Leon Electric Company's office. l.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Strayed or Stolen-From my resi-
dence, Sept 14th to 18th, Margaret's
bull dog, Mike" Dark brindle,
ears and tail cropped. Reward for
his return or informations as to his
whereabouts. Ed. H. Sharp.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Chase, of Rap
i'd City, S. D., came last week to visit
at the Fred Woolley home and with
several other relatives here. Mr..
Chase is former resident of this
community and we'll known to the
older settlers being, veteran of the
civil war. He seems to be enjoying
good health and his many friends
were glad to see them.-Garden
Grove Express.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

DIN Monroe, who has been book
keeper in the c. S. Stearns State
Bank here for some little time, has
been elected as assistant cashier OF
the Weldon Savings bank and will
take up his duties there before long.
Mr.. Newall who has held the position
for the past several years expects to
move to his farm near Weldon
Garden Grove Express.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

l have located on the second floor
of the j. w. Hurst & Co. store for
the purpose of doing dressmaking
and general sewing. High class
work and reasonable prices.
Mrs Effie Cox.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Monday afternoon an auto driven
by G. P. Browning went wrong near
the Meek farm in Eden township,
and crashed through a wire fence.
There were five men in the car and
one of them, Dixie Beavers, had his
nose broken and a cash cut in his leg
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

For Sale-5O bushels of seed
wheat, testing 60, at $3.50 per
bushel. c. E. Leahy, r. F. D. No. 3,
Leon, Iowa. Git
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

". r. Moore has been confined to
his home for the past two weeks by
serious illness, but il little better
at this time.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

While attending the picture show
on the street Saturday, night Rufus
Gates was suddely stricken with par
alysis and was taken to his home by
DR.. Reed in his car. His entire left
side was affected and for number
of hours he was unable to speak. He
is about 20 years of age and 1t was
feared for a time that he could not
survive, but at this writing he is re-
covering slowly. City News.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

For sale-Residence property in
Leon, one block from paving, ~
block of ground, room house and
other good out buildings, lots of fruit,
fine location, price very reasonable.
II. 8. Jenkins, Leon, Iowa. 49,
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

For SMe-Residence property on
solth Main street, six room house in
good repair. City water and cleo
trio lights. Address j. B. McEndree,
213 Market street, Marshalltown,
Iowa. Att
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

Notice. have recently bought the
barber shop in Pleasanton, Iowa, and
am prepared to do first-class work.
Call on us when in town.
sat S. A, Mitchell, proprietor.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1916-09-21

For Sale or Trade-12O acres Win
good Improvements, miles north
west of Davis City. c. E. Poush, Da-
Wis City, Iowa. AIT