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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1901
Page
1
Indignation grows over Governor White’s letter urging prosecution of those tied to the July 22 lynching of Will Brooks. Citizens fear riots, claim none recognized among the mob, and many oppose prosecutions despite the governor offering assistance.
In Omana Nebraska on August 4 a stage rehearsal of The Arizona Female Bandit turned deadly when Thad Brookie shot leading actress Mrs. Millie Lighthawk and then killed himself. Jealousy over Bert Adams sparked the fatal confrontation during the final rehearsal, as a fight spilled into the street and weapons were drawn. Mrs. Lighthawk died that night. Brookie perished before aid could arrive.
Rear Admiral Rotley D. Evans faces possible trouble over his book A Sailor's Leg which criticized ex secretary W E Chandler and Secretary Long. Chandler demands action and threatens congressional scrutiny while Long defends the Navy against what he calls trivial issues.
Washington reports William Carlston, special railroad commissioner, says Cuban plantation lines totaling about 50 million dollars must be rehabilitated and modernized. He notes long established lines operate cheaply, with free material for one year and a central backbone line, under Foraker amendment pending Cuba self governments. West Virginia interest backs American investment in Cuba's sugar and tobacco transport.
Roanoke Times reports C. P. and D. P. Evans brothers of Policeman Evans moved with families to Bluefield West Virginia. Both former Norfolk and Western firemen were promoted to engineers and transferred to the Pocahontas division. Beer is recommended at all saloons. Ask for Hester beer and take no other. You run a risk when you do.
A springtime health note praises Tansill Punch as a remedy for spring fever and a pleasant mood enhancer. The ad urges trying one this morning and lists Fiat Top Grocery Company as the distributor.
A London poor millionaire died after failing to digest food. Early use of Dr Kipp’s New Life Pills could have saved him. The pills claim to strengthen the stomach aid digestion and promote assimilation. Sold as old drug stores at 25c.
Governor issues a plea for a statewide cessation of labor on Monday September 2 1901 to mark the first Labor Day of the new century. The document urges employers to close workplaces and participate in ceremonies to honor workers and promote harmony and dignity of labor.
A powerful naphtha explosion wrecked five houses in Philadelphia on August 5 leaving about thirty dead and many injured. The incident disrupted nearby businesses as T H Mebane & Brother, jewelers in the White and Peery building, advertise a full line of watches and repairs while inviting customers.
In Charleston West Virginia on August 5 authorities found a note in the Harless bar said to be written by Wyatt Harless and Maud Pauley promising death by own action and asking that their bodies lie in the same coffin. Local belief holds Harless acted alone while Pauley, bound for Texas, had shopped in the city and rode the evening train home.
The West Virginia annual conference of the Methodist Episcopal churches will convene October 2 in Fairmont with Bishop Anderson of New York City presiding. Officials state no material public interest is expected during the session.
Captain D D Baldwin receives a letter from brother David T Baldwin of Snyderville Ovcio stating he survived the Mexican War era and Civil War era. The Baldwin brothers served Virginia troops and Ohio service, with some losses endured. A reunion is planned as the cloud of war lifts.
The Outlook issue features six or more educational articles with rich photographs and prominent educators. Notable pieces include Progress in Education editorials, The Bed in Education by Hadley and Abbott, Western State Universities by Draper, Education in the South by Ademan, Gillman by Hall, and The Yale Bicentenary by Kimball. Also includes ads and notices such as a wanted desk.
Two newly completed store rooms for rent in Keystone town, W Va centrally located in the Poca pocahontas coal field. Apply to G W Atkinson Bluefield WV 8861 Mr W S Waedon cashier First National Bank of Winterset Iowa notes Chamberlains Colera and Diarrhoea Remedy cured a carpenter who troubled by diarrhoea while at work. sold locally by H N White druggist.
Norfolk Virginia August 14 1901 agents offer cheap excursion tickets for Aug 12 13 and 14 sales. Tickets valid until August 19 1901. W B Bevill General Passenger Agent announces the deal.
A neighbor’s infant near Bookwalter Ohio was treated with Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after doctors abandoned hope. Two days later the child fully recovered and became vigorous and healthy. The remedy is repeatedly recommended by Curtis Baker and sold by HL N White druggist.
A sentry report from Marinette covers U S Senator Tillman of South Carolina praising mob violence and denying black political equality in Wisconsin terms. He argues southern white rule endures and praises public safety measures while attacking Booker T. Washington and black education.
An observant citizen laments a summer cold that lingers into winter. He jokes about fans and cooling drinks spreading the ache and notes doctors advise bed rest to recover. He quips Sol will sniffle and blow until snow or frost arrives.
J L Horton advertises a ten day sale offering special reductions on entire lines of hats shoes furnishing woods and clothing to make room for fall stock with monthlong stock clearance emphasis.
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