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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
4
Collected items from the Daily Telegraph columnists discuss temperance politics and party splits. Observations reference Morgantown announcements and the Mingo county muddle, noting safety rail proposals, Denatured fat news, and editorial stance on the Parkersburg Dispatch-News.
Eastern Democrats and newspaper allies cheer Governor Johnson as a potential nominee while Westerners resist. The piece argues Bryan or his followers could beat any front runner who supports Bryan policies, predicting divergence ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
The Bryan wing of the party controls key leverage as two-thirds rule dominates the Democratic National convention. If Bryan lacks two-thirds, blocs with a bit over one-third can block him, while any anti-Bryan coalition needs two-thirds to name a candidate. Eastern conservatives fret as Western Democrats mock the dilemma.
A editorial argues Admiral Evans should not lose temper over criticism from Congress. It notes Evans' long government education and support, and discusses a proposed Vice Admiral commission. The piece contrasts constitutional catarrh treatment with local cures and endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure from Cheney & Co with a money back offer.
A Republican candidate announces for the Board of Supervisors seat subject to the April 4 convention. M F Matheny of Beckley West Virginia is proposed as state senate nominee inviting inquiry into his character and urging unity for nomination. A Mercer county resident also declares for assessor in Mercer county subject to Republican convention and pledges to serve diligently if elected.
A Bluefield resident endorses Doan's Kidney Pills for back pain and kidney relief. Mrs. W. J. Sturges recalls her husband’s severe strain and lingering agony, noting pills relieved back pain and normalized kidney function after trying other remedies. Sold by dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents.
Notice of dissolution states Pocahontas Coke Company will discontinue business in West Virginia, surrender its charter, convert assets to cash, pay debts, and distribute remaining funds pro rata to stockholders after publication. President Chas S Thorne signs, with publication to occur weekly for four weeks in nearby newspapers.
A Dover woman says Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieved rheumatic pain after years of suffering and using many remedies. She notes better rest and sleep, with friends testifying to the balm’s effectiveness. Also mentions Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung disease and Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for digestive care.
Uniontown Pennsylvania: Nick Fleming analytical chemist offers prompt analyses of coal and coke limestone fire brick fire clay roiler water oil and paints plus assays of gold and silver. First class work and reasonable rates with special contract rates offered at the First National Bank Building Uniontown.
Iron safe offered for sale with no reasonable price refused. Item in good order. Safe addressed to Box 721 in City. Date on notice 2 14 1f.
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