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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
4
The article critiques campaign financing in Virginia noting that wealthy individuals fund elections and influence outcomes. It cites comparisons of spending in the Ninth Virginia district and remarks that a congressman could be elected on a fraction of another candidate's spending, suggesting the system shuts out many capable candidates.
Whitelaw Reid noted Lincoln’s drive to seek office, a trait common to enduring leaders. He warned reformers who blame luck or fate, arguing merit comes from persistent effort and initiative rather than waiting to be called.
The Roanoke News discussed a proposal during a summer era to cede McDowell county from West Virginia back to Virginia to settle debts tied to the old Virginia debt. It notes Virginia has no bonds or stake in the claim and only lends its name to bondholders suing West Virginia, calling the discussion an example of cheap newspaper space.
The Charleston Gazette charts Democratic caucus power with district tallies. It shows 78 Democrats in the next senatorial caucus and 80 votes needed to nominate the senator, while Republicans number 23 representatives and 15 senators for a 38 vote joint ballot total.
The advertisement touts William Tell Flour by the barrel with price protection against wheat corners and crop dips. It highlights cleaner flour from Ansted & Burk Company mills, promising fine bread, light biscuit, and delicious pastry, urging readers to ask their dealer and insist on William Tell.
The Huntington Dispatch Herald notes William Tall caused injury to party fortunes but defends Mr Light for resigning to push a broader movement. It urges all state and federal officeholders to resign to pave the way for party harmony.
Hon S V Matthews state bank examiner and GOP state chair interviews Wheeling Intelligence about reorganizing the Republican state committee. He favors fixing rules for county and congressional committees, ensuring high character members, and aligning with the 1912 gubernatorial campaign timeline.
Charles P Light state highway inspector and former member of the Republican state executive committee resigns from the committee in a frank letter to Chairman Matthews. He is the first prominent party figure to face criticism and a difficult condition with courage and selflessness.
A committee member advocates a separate party court to hear contests, noting courts have no jurisdiction over party matters. He mentions C. P. Light’s resignation and hints others may follow while stressing the need for harmony and strong, trusted leadership to restore confidence in the Republican organization.
In a cautionary note, a prominent humorist condemns speculation amid a large telegraph stock swindle reported to involve two to ten million dollars. Roughly a hundred thousand investors were drawn by high interest and rising shares before the collapse, underscoring the safety of known value and solid banks.
Stephen Waite of Lansing credits MI O NA stomach tablets with curing years of indigestion and related symptoms after three boxes. The ad claims rapid relief within five minutes, promotes vigor, and offers a money back guarantee. Sold by The White Pharmacy and Waite Pharmacy at 50 cents a box. Also by South Side Drug Co near the post office.
In the Southern District of West Virginia, R K W Hinebee is adjudicated a bankrupt. Creditors of KR W Hinebee of Bluefield Mercer county must attend the first meeting December 6, 1910 at 10 o'clock a m at the referee's office in Bluefield to prove claims appoint a trustee and transact other business.
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