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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1903
Page
2
Rates shown for Bluefield Virginia post office second class mail matter. Subscriptions and weekly price set with cash in advance. Davy list indicates one year rates and weekly options.
A wary note warns of labor troubles in the I's Top coal field as falling coal prices threaten wage cuts across several departments before miners feel the impact. The speaker argues railroads may absorb cuts, while overall prosperity flags. miners recall past wage gains came from operators, not strikes.
The Charleston Mail reports that Senator Elkins has held private conversations with aides and supporters. The content of the talks remains undisclosed, but the newspaper says the advice attributed to him would likely aid a Republican victory in West Virginia.
Weatherproofing and improvements anticipated to draw more visitors this winter, with the popular hostelry expected to be well patronized as a result.
Reading from a fragment, the note suggests Bluefield has higher living costs compared with other towns and that its overall value is perceived as lower or higher depending on context.
A string of satirical quips from various papers comments on politics Panama and railroads. Notable lines reference Panama relations Douglass era and theater of public opinion. The item collects colorful brief opinions from Chicago Denver Topeka Atlanta Newark St Louis and others.
Citizens congratulate Bluefield council for summer progress in streets, sidewalks and sewers. The curb to depot area on Princeton avenue leveled, crosswalks and gutters installed, and overall urban upgrades praised. Mayor Carter and Street Committee led by Geo A Shirey receive special commendation for fostering a progressive town.
Taughlin of the Wheeling Intelligencer Powell of the Fairmont West Virginian and Dawson of a Preston city paper discussed the current popular governor. The remarks reflect regional press views on the gubernatorial race.
An advertisement claims deafness cannot be cured by local applications and must be treated constitutionally. It states the cause as inflammation of the mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube and offers a $100 reward for any case of deafness caused by catarrh that cannot be cured by Hill's Catarrh Care. The notice invites readers to send for a free circular and notes The Champlin Company in Toledo supplies the remedy.
If Teter wants to run he’d better get a job on some paner. Weston Independent comments on political ambition and media career paths.
In a terse note, no American publicly denounces the President's policy toward the new Republic of Panama. The stance appears broadly accepted, with officials avoiding sharp criticism as diplomatic ties unfold.
Fremont North Carolina resident B. Bass credits Electric Bitters with curing kidney trouble after trying various medicines. He states relief followed by a full cure and notes neighbors were similarly helped for rheumatism neuralgia liver kidney issues and general vitality. The testimonial ends with a price of 50 cents at drug stores.
An old advertisement touts Doan's Ointment as a cure for pains among the small and elderly, claiming instant relief and permanent cure at any drug store for a price around 850 2 AD cents.
Miss Alice Bailey and Mrs Minnie Orroson share experiences of inflammation of the ovaries and avoidance of surgery through Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Bailey notes weight gain and restored health after ten weeks, while Orroson describes severe symptoms and near operation avoided by the remedy.
W. T. Easton of Boerne Texas testifies that DeWitts Little Early Risers are unequalled as a liver pill. The small pills give strength and energy, cure biliousness torpid liver jaundice sick headache and constipation without purging. Sold by J L Crockett.
I have left the furniture business and after a reasonable wait on all debtors I will sue without further notice after November 25. William Hicks & Co. 27) peak
An advertisement asserts that regardless of cough duration if no consumption has developed, Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup will cure it. It markets the remedy as a universal cough cure and promotes health benefits and quick relief.
South Africa letter from Durban reports a two month old with a severe cough improved after a neighbor used Chamberlains Cough Remedy on a dummy teat. The note claims the remedy cured the baby and notes White's Pharmacy sells it.
James Hearn seeks county court permission on December 11 1903 to lay operate and maintain a water main along the county road from Jerrell Spring to Bluefield city limits for fifty years. The petition under Chapter 29 1901 acts is filed with Mercer county WV clerk. November 7 1903.
A sales pitch touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a perfect cure for dyspepsia jaundice fever and constipation. The ad claims the pills neutralize maladies regardless of age and sell for 25 cents at all drug stores.
Describes railway wrecks and careless harm to health from throat and lung troubles and presents Dr King s New Discovery as a cure. Highlights Mrs Lois Bragg of Dorchester Mass as a life saved by the remedy and notes guarantees, prices 50c and 1.00 with trial bottles free.
An advertisement claims Green's August Flower relieves dyspepsia and indigestion by stimulating the liver and improving digestion. It promotes the remedy as a long standing household cure with trial bottles and a regular size available from John L. Crockett, druggist.
A local resident D L Crotty of 52 Bluefield avenue reports kidney trouble from heavy farm work. After using Doan's Kidney Pills from John L Crockett's drug store, he improves and credits the treatment as effective when doctors failed. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents per box. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Praise from W L Roderick of Poolesville Md for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy noting its pleasant maple syrup flavor and safe for children. Sold by White's Pharmacy. Job opening at Metropolitan Life Insurance Co via J B Sale, assistant superintendent, upstairs corner Princeton Ave and Bland St.
Mr. OU Haney of Geneva Ohio suffered with the piles for four decades. DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cured him permanently after doctors and money failed. The advertisement touts the salve for cuts burns bruises sprains eczema tetter and all skin diseases and warns to look for the DeWitt name on the package. Sold by J L Crockett.
A scientific discovery claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure helps the stomach by digesting what you eat and restoring digestive function. It relaxes nervous tension and lets inflamed stomach muscles rest while the stomach and related organs transform food into rich blood. Sold by
Three directors of Swan Lake Oil Company announce a meeting of stockholders in Bluefield West Virginia Mercer on December 2 1903 at 10 oclock a m to consider a resolution dissolving the company Book by Chas J Kinzer N R McCulloch W S Foutz dated November 17 1903.
Mrs. Gertrude E. Fenner of Marion Indiana was weakened by a deep seated cough and pneumonia. She reports losing weight from 148 to 92 pounds before using One Minute Cough Cure. After four bottles she was cured of the cough and regained health and weight. Sold by J. L. Crockett.
W L Moore of D B Ryland & Co Lynchburg jewelers presents a holiday display of diamonds jewelry watches rings and more at White's Pharmacy from Nov 50 to Dec 5. Orders placed now will be shipped anytime before Christmas and this will be his last trip before the holidays.
Timetable notes for the N and W Railway with departure times from Bluefield for Radford Roanoke Lynchburg Norfolk and Shenandoah division. Sleeper and parlor car accommodations to New York Philadelphia and Columbus. Westbound departures to Kenova Columbus and Cincinnati with additional Villages Pocahontas Tazewell Norton Coopers Bramwell and Welch serviced. Call N and W Ry agents for tickets maps and info.
Sealed proposals will be received from this date until December 16 1903 for the erection and completion of a brick store and office building for Payne Strother Payne of Welch West Virginia Plans and specifications may be obtained at the Payne office in the court house Welch or at the office of S B Chandler architect 225 Princeton avenue Bluefield West Virginia The owners or architect reserve the right to reject any or all bids submitted.
Unfurnished rooms for rent at McClaugherty house on Raleigh street. Apply in person. reference date 11 27 18t. No further details provided.
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