26 Apr 1901
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1901
Page
1
Dispute centers on whether saloon licenses were revoked with proper notice and if property rights vest before payment. Clerks and assessors faced questions as county court may revisit business decisions before adjournment and licenses finalization. Next Wednesday could see bar rooms closed with possible extended shutdown.
Mrs. Jonnie B Riley of Clendennen Kanawha county sued Giles wards a saloon keeper in circuit court for $10,000 alleging liquor sales ruined her husband physically and financially. Her attorneys Brown Jackson and Knight filed the suit. Also notice to present claims against the estate of J S Hetherington for payment. W H Hernenington Adu’r April 25 1904.
Charleston April 25 The state treasurer’s office reports large proceeds from the new corporate tax law with hefty checks from firms. Old corporations paying 4 dollar annual tax now remit up to 1000 dollars. a 50 dollar old tax jumps to 1010 dollars. New charters continue to be issued under the law.
Washington April 25 Officials have little clear on Chaffee and the gate at the forbidden city held by the AI. Theories split between a gateway for a future American legation and a military handover to China. General Chaffee may relinquish his position and turn over control. property titles remain unclear.
An old newspaper ad style item claims Dr King’s New Discovery cured a severe cough and consumption fear after doctors deemed hopeless. It also includes miscellaneous testimonials about cough remedies and various local retailers selling patent medicines and shoe dye.
Bristol Va april 25 Rev Alfred Harrison Burrough a famed matchmaker known as the Prince of Parsons contemplates retiring from marrying runaway couples after a decade. He would give up the landlords role at Nickels House if offered a suitable charge and may preach the gospel, even as Virginia lovers cross the border to wed. The Bristol Mecca has earned him substantial fees, estimated at no less than 3000 dollars over the past decade, while he 68.
Latest reports from Peking place indemnity claims at about 820 million dollars with an added 500 thousand dollars monthly for China’s military upkeep. German and French expedition forces reach the Great Wall boundary of Shansi with unopposed Chinese troops, raising concern over potential deeper incursions as Chinese forces retreat under imperial orders. In Baltimore, the torpedo boat Tingey was launched at Columbian Iron Works, named for Commodore Thomas Tingey, with Miss Anna Truxton Craven christening the vessel.
Washington April 23 Secretary Hay has been soundings with senators to gauge the likely stance on a new canal treaty Pauncefote the British ambassador sought to learn the exact situation here and report back to London before any final decision on a fresh accord is reached.
Washington April 25 It has been determined to increase the regular army to approximately 76000 men and to leave it at that number unless conditions in the Philippines require more troops. The president fund cabinet reached this conclusion and the details will be worked out by the secretary of war and General Miles. The artillery corps will be increased to the full strength of 18000. Cavalry companies will contain sixty five enlisted men and infantry may be reduced to meet the target. It is not yet certain what proportion will be stationed in the Philippines but a large force will be needed there for some time.
Chambrlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets promise relief from headaches caused by stomach disorder and constipation. The remedy aims to correct digestive issues and relieve headaches. Sold by H. M. Waite at Mercantile Co.
Washington notes a petition urging the president to block a domestic parcels post. Postmaster General C K Smith says no domestic four pound limit exists and current law sets any heavier parcels by act of Congress.
The piece touts Tansell's Punch as a bright mood uplift during floods, noting that delayed crowds found happiness puffing the drink. It promotes sales through Flat Top Grocery Company and Crockett drug stores, and urges buying Bale's Great Cure for ailments yet hints to avoid drinking though still recommends the best.
Advertising combines claims for Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve as cures for leg infection eruptions and piles. It promotes Bluefield Mercantile Co for dress goods and embroideries with exaggerated testimonials from Hartford and a general drugstore distribution.
President McKinley handles a long list of army appointments awaiting approval for volunteer service. The moves target first lieutenants and sergeants in multiple branches, with West Virginia officials noted. Selections emphasize merit over politics, though few second lieutenants are added due to quotas. Civil positions in the Philippines may follow, with possible preference for honorably discharged Spanish-American War veterans.
The West Virginia Editorial Association will convene in Fairmont on June 19 20 and 21 with sessions followed by an excursion to Buffalo. Notables Senator Elkins Senator Scott and Governor White are listed as attendees. Telegraphed ad notes 5c telegraph and 50 cent Cameo Cigar with distributor Jeffrey Matthews Co.
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