Death claims Baron Speck von Sternberg and wife
Baron Speck von Sternberg, German ambassador to the United States, died in Heidelberg from lung inflammation. His wife Miss Lillian May Langham of Louisville Kentucky, who had joined him, was with him at the end after a medical consultation that claimed the facial disease was not cancer and curable. The report also notes possible successor Baron Mumm von Schwartzenstein as ambassador to Japan.
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Heidelberg
Germany
Specy von Sternberg
United States
Lillian May Langham
Louisville
Hamburg
Vincent Czerny
Czrny
Berlin
Speck von Sternberg
Baron Mumm von Schwartzenstein
Japan
German diplomat faces doubt on Washington ambassador post
The individual was seen as a future ambassador to Washington but opposition within the German diplomatic service may alter that plan. He previously served as military attaché in Washington from 1898 to 1900.
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Washington
Washington Abandoned to British Invasion in 1814
On August 24, 1814, a British force led by General Ross entered Washington after routing 6,000 American troops. President Madison and officials fled as the capital faced fire and destruction. The library, White House, and departments were spared or damaged. property valued around $2,000,000 was lost and several dozen Americans were killed or wounded.
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Washington
D. C
Ross
Madison
Congressional Library
White House
Treasury
War and State Departments
Bluefield Telephone Directory Notice Closes Sept 1
Notice to customers to list name changes before September 1 for the Bluefield Telephone Company directory. Contact agent by phone 334 to ensure proper listing. August 15, 1908. W P Hawley General Manager.
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Bluefield Telephone Company
Bluefield Telephone CO
W. P. Hawley
Hine Ribbon Vanilla Promise of Savings and Quality
A promotional note touts Hine Ribbon Vanilla as a smart purchase for savings and superior desserts. It claims the product lasts longer and delivers peak flavor, urging immediate action.
Pulaski edges Bluefield 7 to 3 in opening game
Pulaski wins the opener 7 to 3 as Bluefield errors and missed chances spark Pulaski scoring. Burton starts the offense with a first inning single and Taylor drives in two runs, followed by Uhl and Heinich doubles. Bluefield plates a seventh inning run, but Pulaski answers with late hits to seal the win.
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Bluefield
Pulaski
Burton
Ashbury
Floyd
Taylor
Wallace
Uhl
Heinich
Howard
Litz
Wyser
Brumfield
Draper
Vassmark
Phipps
Anderson
Crow
Wysor
Vass
Tower Grounds
Government wins its fight with distillers in Ohio case
Cincinnati August 24. Judge Thompson of the United States court rules for the government in the dispute with local distillers over branding. The decision enforces the pure food law by requiring rapid process whiskey to be labeled imitation whiskey, affecting the Union Distilling Company suit seeking to restrain Internal Revenue Collector Jettman and revenue employees from enforcing the new branding rules.
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Cincinnati
Thompson
United States
Union Distilling Company
Internal Revenue
Jettman
Just Exactly Right New Life Pills Endorsement Ad
Mr A A Felton of Harrisville New York says he has used Dr Kings New Life Pills for years and finds them just exactly right. The pills relieve without discomfort and are billed as the best remedy for constipation biliousness and malaria. 25c at all drug stores.
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Dr. King
A. A Felton
Harrisville
N. Y
Roofing Criticisms Shape Broad User Recommendations
Thousands of users contributed criticisms and suggestions that largely steer improvements in roofing products and services. The collective feedback highlights durable materials, installation practices, and safety standards influencing manufacturer responses.
Notification events mark Kern nomination visit in Indianapolis
The Aug 24 report describes preparations for John W. Kern's nomination notification for vice president at the Indiana state fairgrounds in Indianapolis. It notes Bryan’s arrival and a large, orderly program with 15,000 seats, brief Kern speech, and Bryan focus on trusts. The piece lists visiting party members and city crowds greeting Bryan in multiple stations.
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Indianapolis
Ind
John W. Kern
United States
State Fair Ground
William J. Bryan
Coliseum
Notification Committee
National Committee
Kern
Bryan
Chicago
Macketh
W. J. Bryan
Norman Mack
F. Bell
Urey Woodson
Roger Sullivan
Ilinois
Robert Hwing
Louisiana
J.T. Lloyd
Missouri
K . Martin
Denison
Theodore . Ell
Ryan
Mack
Indiana
Hammond
Cedar Lake
Rensselaer
Monon
Monticello
Delphi
Rossville
Frankfort
Kirklin
Sheridan
Westfield
Carmel
Bryan courts Indiana voters on Kern ticket after Denver
On a campaign train through Frankfort Indiana William Jennings Bryan praised John W Kern as running mate and urged Indiana electors to back Kern and his partner He anticipated Kern's inauguration in Washington on March fourth The Bryan Mack group discussed East campaign chairmanship with no decisions made pending replies from several contacted individuals.
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Frankfort
Bryan
John W. Kern
Indiana
Denver
Kern
Mr. Bryan
Washington
Mr. Mack
East
Usual Republican Majorities in New England States
Boston, Aug 24. Frank Hitchcock announced at the New England Republican conference that the usual Republican majority in New England will be rolled up for the national ticket. He outlined organized efforts in New York, Chicago, and Colorado Springs and said campaigns will cover the entire United States with emphasis on Western states. Hitchcock plans to rely on New England leaders for campaign work while he travels to Western and other states.
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Boston
Mass
New England
Frank H. Hitchcock
United States
Hitchcord
Portland
Maine
Kodol Promises Relief for Stomach Disorders
An advertisement urges readers to subscribe to the Daily Telegraph and promotes Kodol as effective relief for stomach troubles. It claims rapid results and urges continued use as needed, noting Kodol is sold by all druggists.
Highwayman Robs Seven Stage Coaches Near Old Faithful Inn
A lone bandit in Yellowstone Park held up seven stage coaches near Old Faithful Inn, taking over $6,000 in money and valuables from tourists. The 54 year old robber, about 140 pounds, disappeared into the woods on a transportation company horse. Soldiers and scouts pursued, but no capture reported.
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Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone Park
Transportation Company
Thumb Station
Cano of Soles
West Gallatin
Park
Ft. Yellowstone
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The
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W. VA
Union Bank and Trust Company
Bluefield, W. VA
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Flat Top National
E. L. Bailey
C. B. Hancock
J. D. Honaker
T. EK. Peery
L. E. Tierney
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Edwin Munn
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First National Bluefield
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Bank OF
Fivatone
Water Works and Improvement Company
Bluefield Water Works and Improvement Company
Bland Street
Kelley Bros
Frank Wheley
C. A. Bell
E. L. Evans
Mr. Mason
Mitchell
Floyd Street
Mason
Light
Heck
Board of Supervisors
Daily Telegraph
Pulkort
Genasco Ready
Genasco
the Miller Supply CO
Superior Supply CO
Nern
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Elton, Wis
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Lone Bandit
Pistol’s Point
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East End Pharmacy
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