Republican Ticket for Election Tuesday November 4 1902
The ticket lists candidates for Congress James A Hughes State Senate M F Matheney and W A Ballard House of Delegates Thos Reed and D P Crockett County Court Clerk E W Freeman Circuit Court Clerk W B Honaker Commissioner of County Court David Thorn Superintendent of Free Schools J H Gadd Assessor 2nd District J W Reed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
James A. Hughes
Senate
M. F. Matheney
W. A. Ballard
House of Delegates
Thos, Reed
D. P. Crockett
E. W. Freeman
David Thorn
Campaign Without Platforms In Mississippi
Mississippi undergoes a state campaign without party platforms as new primary rules replace conventions. Candidates run on personal stances such as the primary law, trusts, and proportional school fund division by taxes. Voters face a dilemma choosing any candidate who only partially matches their principles.
Varied Opinions and Odds in a Patchwork of News
The piece surveys several figures and events with critical remarks. It mentions Zeigler funding aPole discovery and intent to profit, Andrews the Detroit bank wrecker claiming unjust verdict, a French premier’s claim about school riot instigators, Tien-Tsin’s handover and foreign franchise silence, a proverb about breakfast and digestion, Chicago benefiting from Prince Henry, Grand Duke Boris and stockyards, the shovel trust decline, Morgan's workload and vacation, and a denied report about the president aiding Addicks into the Senate.
Scissored Opinions Sparked in Newspapers
A collection of satirical quotes from various papers mocks political figures and business tycoons. It notes reactions to Roosevelt, Bryan, Morgan, Rockefeller, and Santos Dumont with wry commentary on public figures and industries.
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Family Pills Adverts Mix
An old notice hawks Hall's Catarrh Cure offered with a one hundred dollar reward for an uncured case. It cites F J Cheney & Co and three Toledo wholesalers as endorsers and claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Also promotes a 1500 lb safe for sale by Bluefield Safe Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Cheney & Co
Props
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West & Truax
Ohio
Walding, Kinnon & Marvin
Bluefield Safe Co
City
Ten Years in Bed Cleared by Kidney Medicine
R. A. Gray of Oakville Ind suffered ten years in bed due to kidney disease. After trying top medical care with no relief, he found Foley's Kidney Remedy to be a Godsend and it is sold by G H Wade, druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Gray
J. P
Oakville
Ind
G. H. Wade
Kidney Cure Advertisement From 19th Century
A blunt medical ad promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a universal remedy for kidney and bladder diseases. It warns readers with existing troubles that they must use the product to avoid blame for results and notes availability through G H Wade, Aruggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
G. H. Wade
Marvelous Elixir of Life Claims Cure for All Ailments
Dr James W Kidd of Fort Wayne Indiana announces a free “Elixir of Life” that purports to cure every known disease. He cites miraculous recoveries including mobility return and pain relief, offering free trial by mail to anyone who sends a name and address. The ad lists numerous conditions claimed to be cured and promises universal health improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James William Kidd
Revarp
Property for sale in Bluefield with 15 to 20 percent return
Advertises houses lots and farms for sale by a Bluefield agent offering profitable investments. Claims available property will pay 15 to 20 percent per year and invites visits or written inquiries for formation and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
Prime Bluefield Properties Offer Strong Yields
Two houses on Princeton Avenue listed at 1600 and 2000 dollars with flats above, owned by non residents and among the citys best business stands. Each to pay 20 percent annual investment return. 16 room carvin house with large outbuildings ideal for warehouse, large adjoining lot in center city three minutes from passenger station, 20 percent per year. Special terms on multiple lots for ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
Bluefield
Dyspepsia relief touted by North Carolina reader
W T Sturdevant of Merry Oaks NC claims Kodol provided immediate relief after fifteen years of digestion problems. Ad advises against dieting and promotes Kodol as digesting food without stomach aid. Sold by John L. Crockett. Also promotion for front golden oak suits at $14 and Three Ribbon Rye for medical use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Sturdevant
Merry Oaks
N. C
John L. Crockett
Miller Supply Co Hears Bids for Bluefield Warehouse
Construction bids invited by Miller Supply Co for a warehouse on Bluefield Avenue. Plans and specifications available at the company office. Bid date not specified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller Supply Co
Bluefield Avenue
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Promote Gentle Bowel Action
An old advertisement explains constipation as the cause of headaches and illness and presents DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a remedy. The pills are said to stimulate the liver and bowels without griping, helping the body to cleanse itself. John L.
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DeWitt
John L. Crockett
Seashore Excursions Offer Low Rates This Summer
Cape May Sea Isle City and Avalon advertise very low rates for trips on July 24 August 7 and 21 with tickets limited for seventeen days. Service includes double daily runs and Pullman sleepers. W B Bevill General Passenger Agent Roanoke VA coordinates the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape May
Sea Isle City
Avalon
Pullman
W. B. Bevill
Roanoke
Ra mon?s Liver Pills in Household Use Endorsed
A Good Family Medicine from W Lee Wilmoth of Top of Alleghany West Virginia recommends Ramon s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets for five years in his family. He praises their mild action pleasant taste and cost effective use to avoid large doctor bills and advises keeping a box in every home. Sold by H N White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Lee Wilmoth
Alleghany
W. Va
Ramon
H N. White
Dr King’s New Discovery Heals Dorchester Woman
Lois Cragg of Dorchester Massachusetts credits Dr King’s New Discovery for curing a severe long lingering cough after years of misery and failed remedies. She says she could hardly breathe or speak at times and doctors could not help. The ad promises relief for coughs colds throat and lung troubles with guaranteed cure. Price 50c and 100, trial bottles free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lois Cragg
Dorchester
Mass
Three Ribbon Rye Promises Relief for Fatigued Roots
A brief notice touts Three Ribbon Rye as a remedy for tired feelings. It claims to restore energy and vigor, urging readers to try the product for renewed stamina.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Proclaimed Best Healer
Advert claims thirty years of cures for piles burns boils corns felons ulcers cuts scalds bruises and skin eruptions prove Bucklen's Arnica Salve the best and cheapest at 25 cents, available in all drug stores.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Hugh Ike Shott
Circuit Court
W. B. Honaker
Free Schools
J H. Gadd
Assesor
J. W. Reed
Mississippi
Mr. Zeigler
Baldwin
Andrews
Detroit
Tien-Tsin
Daily Telegraph
Chicago
Prince Henry
Boris
Shovel Trust
Based
Mr. Morgan
Addicks
St. Louis
Michigan
Houston
Texas
Bryan
Roosevelt
New York Mail and Express
Portland
Ore
Evening Telegram
J. Pierpont Morgan
Washington
Rockefeller
Standard Oil Trust
Washington Post
Santos Dumont
7 Net
James W. Kidd
First National Bank
Fort Wyne
D. B. Baldwin
Pioneer
Summers Street
Efert
Radford
Lynchburg
Norfolk
Shenandoah
Pullman Buffet
New York
Hagerstown
Shenandoah Valley
Pullman Sleeper
Welch
Philadelphia
Clinch Valley Division
Pocahontas
Coopers, Bramwell
Roanoke, Va
Wm. Hicks & Co
Atlantic City
Thornton
Princeton Ave
West Va
Hicks & CO
Wva
Paris
Bland Street
S. M. Smith Insurance Agency
Insurance Res Eld General Agents
THE
American Bonding & Trust Co
Globe Store
E. E. Carter
Princeton Avenue
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