Lincoln party fades as reguar faction tightens grip
An article from the Pitts- Fair Dispatch reports West Virginia politics as the Lincoln party wanes while regular party forces led by Elkins and Scherr factions drive for Swisher and the regular ticket. Interviews by Elkins and anticipated Scott remarks push adherence to party laws and organization ahead of the polls. Morgantown will host a new paper backing the regular slate with headquarters in Clarksburg at the Waldo Hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitts- Sure Dispatch
West Virginia
Taft
Hitchcock
Lincoln Party
Scott
Scherr
Elkins
Swisher
W. Matthews
Charleston
Clarksburg
Waldo Hotel
Virgil Highland
Free Trade Congress Opens in London Caxton Hall
Delegates to the international free trade congress promoted by the Cobden Club gather in London with a reception at the Hotel Metropole. Sessions begin tomorrow in Caxton Hall, two daily meetings, with speakers including Professor Rastable Yves Guyot Franklin Pierce and other prominent figures from Denmark England France and Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Franklin Pierce
United States
Herr Peschek, Hordt
Denmark
Russell Mea
Enland
M. Schelle
France
Herr Gothein
Reichstag
Only Man Without A Friend Marks 39 Years In Prison
William J. Hill, a Civil War veteran serving a life sentence for murder near Stoughton Centre, began his 39th year in Charlestown State Prison. Isolated since 1870 with few outside contacts, he has only left prison walls twice and still hopes for a pardon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hill Wis
Chain
Concord
Charlestown
Passion Play at Union Park Runs August 3 4
Reproduction of the Oberammergau Passion Play presented at Union Park on August 3 and 4. Admission described as affordable for all Christians.
Shelbuana Coal and Coke Company Meeting Notice
The Shelbuana Coal and Coke Company stockholders meet in Giotto Mercer county West Virginia on Monday August 10 1908 at 10 o clock for electing officers and transacting business. Dated July 20 1908. President C W J Walker Secretary L M Bailey. July 29 to August 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelbuana Coal and Coke Company
Giotto
Mercer County
W. Va
W. J. Walker
Famous Fighters QF Angle Sam's Navy Mobilized
Boston hosts a visiting naval squadron of historic ships this week in harbor. The lineup includes the Constitution Old Ironsides Hartford Olympia New York and monitors Arkansas and Nevada, representing four ship types and eras from frigate to coastal defense vessels.
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Boston
Mass
United States
Boston Harbor
Constitution
Charlestown Navy Yard
Farragut
Hartford
New Orleans
Mobile
Chicago
Olympia
Dewey
Manila Bay
New York
Sampson
Santiago
Arkansas
Nevada
Private John Allen Wins Congress By Humor
Narrative recounts how Mississippi’s John Allen used a clever stump joke to outmaneuver Confederate general Tucker in a congressional race. Allen framed the race as a contrast between privates and generals, persuading voters by invoking loyalty and shared service. He soon served in Congress.
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John Allen
Congress
Champ Clark
Mississippi
Washington
Tucker
Yonder Hill
John
Peary Packed for Pole with Axle Grease Keg
A Chicago geographer recalls Peary receiving odd mail before expeditions. A famous package arrived labeled to be opened at the furthest north, but Peary opened it early to find a small keg inscribed axle grease for the pole.
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Peary
Chicago
George Ade
Express
Passion Play at Union Park August Dates
Reproduction of the great Passion Play stages at Union Park on August 3, 4 and 5. Admission priced at 15 cents for all attendees. Endorsed by all Christian people.
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Union Park
Lost Trader Returns with Bounty of Fruits and Provisions
A wandering individual is described as missing or estray with an empty sack later found carrying apples peaches pears plums watermelons cantaloupes beans corn tomatoes onions radishes celery lettuce pineapples fresh fish eggs spring chickens old hens and assorted canned goods on his way home rejoicing about finding the food bounty.
Letters That Linger at Bluefield Post Office 1908
Uncalled letters remain listed for the Bluefield West Virginia post office week ending August 2 1908. Gentlemen and Ladies lists include numerous names such as John Wm Bever Ray Beverly Lula Belcher Miss Priscilla Brooks Mrs Cassie Cooper Bessie Carter Miss Lizzie Chandler and many others. Recipients should mention advertised status to avoid being overlooked. Postmaster Hugh I. Shott.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
W. Va
Ocean Ins. I Co
John Wm. Bever
Ray Beverly
Benton Sedalia
Ernest Burchette
J. ¥. Brown
Noah Buchanan
S. P.callahan
Wilbert ‘Chambers
D. C. Cundiff
John Cisco
R. M. Davis
Will Davis
Maj
M. C. Dowell
J. R. Dodson
R. EK. Garrett
Walter Green
Wilkes Gillespie
Greeley Gills
John Haller & Family
James Folrey
Eugene B. Hoyt
W. H. Helton Hamp Hurt
Willie’ Houghes
A. 0. Jones
Edward Kelley
F. T.tirch
F. W O. Conner
Mike O’brien
Tom Payne
L. W. Page
J. J. Seldomridge
T. L. Smith
E. Thompson
Geo. Vanberger
Anson Withery
Mr. Williams
Lula Belcher
Frank Botts
Priscilla Brooks
Cassie Cooper
Bessie Carter
Lizzie Chandler
L. M. Curtis
M. V French
Lillian Heckman
Barry Houchins
Mabel Humphreys
Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup Actively Drives Cold Out
An old advertisement touts Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup as a gentle stimulant for the bowels that helps expel a cold. It claims universal availability at all druggists and positions the product as a quick relief remedy.
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Kennedy
Stieff Pianos Emphasize Honest Representation
The ad argues many buyers chase smooth proposals, but Stieff pledges the best goods and honest representation. When they sell a piano, it sticks because customers have no fault to find.
Clark & Co Grocery Ad Emphasizes Quality and Savings
Clark and Co promotes fine groceries at right prices with an emphasis on value. The ad invites customers to visit, promising higher quality for less and appealing to budget conscious shoppers.
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Sherwin-Williams
W. H. Harry & Company
Princeton Avenue
Bluefield Bottling Company
Melcher Paint & Paper Co
Union Bank & Trust Company
G. R. Reese
Raven Red Ash Coal
WM. T. Jenkins
Princeton Ave
Bluofield, W. Va
The
Daily Telegraph
RE. C. DeWitt
C. N. Cornell
Roding, Ga
Cincinnati Dental CO
Inge
Cincinnati Dentists
DR. Compton
Over Grand Leader Store
Jed
Welch
Gay
WM. Leckie
General Mar
McDowell
Lincoln
Free Trade Congress
Ll. M. Bailey
ANGLE
Sam's Navy
Estrayee
S.S.S
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta. GA
Graham Daily
WEWS
Telegraph
James Neal
Graham
Norfolk & Western
Ruth
West Graham
Bettie Compton
Neal Burying Ground
Bluestone
Graham Tee
Robert L. Longworth
Graham Ice
R. L. Gillespie
C. W Keister
Gertrude Keister
John Allison
Argyl Campbell
Nannie Dupuy
Lena Saunders
Willie Stanley
Nina Dodd
Rossaline Hicks
Louise Williams
Argy Campbell
Alma Spanner
Edna Bonham
Georgia Onham
Annie Lee Harman
Blanci Harman
Blanch Killgore
Bertha Smbrey
Irene Embrey
Colins Groves
Biggs C. M. Fisher
Mae Barbee
Frank Baylor
L. G. Toney
Hunter's
Pulaski Alumo Springs
G. W. Garland
Norfolk
Lee Lyons
Clifton Forge
L. Sessler
Salem
Annie Wilson
Richmond
Zelma Burton
Union Mill
N.C
James Greever
Twin Branch
W. B. Morton
C. H. Witten
Bramwell
R. O. Crockett
Tazewell
George W. Lewis
Graham A. C. Smith
Co. H. Dodamead
A Fi Campbell
Bud Boyer
W. L. Sexton
Bluefield Beer
Bluefield Brewing CO
Bluefield, West Virginia
Stieff Pianos
Chas, M. Stieff
Piano Manufacturer
Warbroods
Main Street
Lynchburg, VA
C. W. Whitmore
Bluefield Normal & Business College
Pitman, Gregg and Kimball Shorthand Systems
Jliver
Underwood
Remington
Smith Machines
Studcote
W. H. Cunningham
Bluefield, W. VA
Kt. L. Morris
Goal
Pocahontas
Kichin
Virginia Farms
Virginia
J. A. Donahue
Sohn Building
Clark & Co
Princeton
I American Mediates
Channte Salubey Low
Werte
Torus
Booker & Crenshaw
Reems
Kelly & Moyer
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