03 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1896
Page
1
Field reports show a steady rise in coal and coke production and shipment. More ovens are lit daily, and higher labor and rail activity accompany growing orders for steam and domestic coal. Prospects look brighter in Flat-Top Field with widespread optimism across the coking regions.
Ex policeman James E Wimmer dies in Richmond after being acquitted in the Thalheimer murder case. A string of tragedies follows his acquittal: juror Manning dies of pneumonia, Ida May Wimmer gives birth to a baby boy who dies, and Wimmer himself dies soon after. Born in Wythe County Virginia, he lived in Hinton Bluefield and Richmond, worked on railways, and left a widow and two daughters. He was 46 and a member of several fraternal orders.
Telegraph's Special Service reports public anxiety over Cuba and a cabinet crisis denial. Dispatches claim skirmishes in Mantanzas and Pinar del Rio, Weyler surrounding insurgents, while British concerns rise over the arrest of Richard and John Beatty in Havana.
Milwaukee depression stops plan for a $1 million statehood exposition in 1898. A hundred member committee reports banks and firms decline to pledge funds, delaying an elaborate celebration. A more modest semi centennial event is likely instead of the original grand scheme.
Dinberville Furnace in Bristol, the Emberville iron furnace thirty miles south of Bristol, idle for some time, will be put in blast again soon. Owned by an English company, its operation and mines employ several hundred workers. Coke will be obtained from Big Stone Gap, Virginia.
The Tilden mine in Bessemer Michigan owned by the Penokee and Gogebic Development Company reopened this morning employing nearly 300 workers. The mine is expected to yield about 1000 tons of ore daily during winter.
Disease is to establish health. Pure rich blood means good health. Hood's Sarsaparilla is the One True blood Purifier. It tones up the system, boosts appetite and strength and dispels weakness nervousness and pain. Hood's Pills aid digestion and cure headaches at 25 cents.
An advertisement warns buyers that Pocahontas coal is mined only in the Flat-Top field and sold by Castoer & Curran, with local agents J. C. Durst & Co in Bluefield. It notes that any other seller using the Pocahontas name is making false representations.
The State leans into a crowded field for the United States Senate with names like Charles Burdette Hert A B White John B Floyd George Sturgiss and Nelson Witaker among others. Readers note an aggressive interest for deputy sheriff marshal and district attorney posts and the governor’s secretaryship offers a lucrative four year term with William M O Dawson widely expected to win.
An unsigned local notice extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a preventive for pneumonia during cold season. It claims wide use in Olagah Indiana and urges households with weak lungs to keep the remedy, noting 25 and 50 cent sizes sold by White & Moore.
W Pynum, head of the Gold Democrats, returns from New York and calls a national committee meeting in Indianapolis on December 10 to discuss the future of the sound money wing and the potential formation of a Democratic Republican party to rally business interests under a sound money regime and tariff guidance.
Roanoke World reports President Fink of the Norfolk and Western railway denied rumors that the offices of W. Bullitt as second vice president and O S Royer as assistant freight agent were abolished. He called other suggested changes absurd and untrue.
Manufacturers from across the state gathered in Milwaukee to push a constitutional amendment banning prison labor outsourcing. The proposal would bar farm work by convicts except for state needs or public works like highways, roads, canals, and similar improvements, with Illinois and nearby states also represented.
The American sheet mill resumed operation after a period of inactivity due to dull trade. Standard silk mill workers return to full time after several months on short time. Zeifert and Tonbart knitting mill is now owned by Carty and Saulders and has begun operating again.
Local notes report open post office hours on Sundays and a parade of visitors and residents in the city. Mentions include John H. Nininger admitted to Interior Department practice, William Mahood visiting, and several arrivals and clerks at hotels and businesses.
At the residence of Mr. J ilowen brother of the bride in Marion West End on Monday evening at 7 30 pm Mr F M Atkins and Miss Cordelia Owen were united in marriage by Rev W A Pearson A large attendance offered wishes for a long happy life for the couple
Van Doran of Binefield Hardware Co reports a new Lehian heater contrivance for beating carriages and similar tasks. The device is described as unique and must be seen to be appreciated.
Promoters invite readers to a grand display billed as the greatest of the year. Tickets urged, with early arrival requested to secure seats. The event promises mirth and a laughing match following the main show.
A druggist offers a refund of 25 cents if Laxative Brome Tablets fail to cure. The advertisement promises a money back guarantee to customers who are not helped by the remedy.
Ladies may view the latest trimmed hats from Mrs. Stephenson described as lovely and fashionable. Also listed are rental notices for two furnished rooms in town center with bathroom. business inquiries via box 661 L. Additional notices include Browning & Co. line of reduced textile samples and housing suitable rooms in Ocean Grove, N. J. References for Kent and others appear in brief notices.
Readable fragments indicate a buyer seeks a used open front heating stage. No specific model brand or location provided. Potentially for a stage setup or small venue heating needs. Further details needed to confirm size price and delivery.
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