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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1900
Page
1
A syndicate proposes to launch wide scale coal and fuel ventures to secure dominance of the energy supply. The plan targets investment in coal lands and related industries to create a large, integrated operation.
The article notes coal production in the Flat Top Field remains strong despite a holiday dip. It reports large speculator purchases across Washington Fayette Greene counties and West Virginia, with over 9,000 acres acquired. It discusses Pittsburgh steel links to coal and ore, limestone proximity, looming plant rumors, and upcoming coke tests by Illinois Steel using Universal Fuel Company ovens in Chicago.
The page lists air rifles, yachts, jewelry, and clothing with prices and discounts, urging readers to buy at Kuzt's No 4 Bland Street and Pedig's for suits and cheap fabrics. It also promotes coal from Beaver Pond Fuel and suggests Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for health, with vendors H. N. Waite and others.
Old clothes cleaned and pressed by Mrs Sallie Rigney at Mrs Deering's Boarding House Room 6 Now is the time when Group and June troubles prove rapidly faiss The only remedy that produces immediate results is Que Minute Cough Cure It is very pleasant to take and can be relied upon to quickly cure coughs colds or long diseases it will prevent consumption
Fine neckwear fancy high grade pipes 25 cents and up shaving sets and accessories for men. Tansill Punch five cent cigars sold in boxes of 25 in Morocco leather cases. Distributed by Flat Top Grocery Co. for holiday trade.
A vintage advertisement extolls Dr King’s New Life Pills as the source of vigor and success by restoring stomach liver kidneys and bowels. The copy guarantees strengthened brain and body and lists a price of 25 cents at druggists.
A dampened flannel with Chamberlain's Pain Balm bound to the affected area is advertised as superior to plasters for lame back side and chest pains. The ad promises prompt relief and claims Rheumatism cure with one application and urges purchase from all druggists.
In Bristol last week a 16 year old girl, Wiley Sproles, misidentified a black man as her attacker after two to three suspects were brought to the police. The chosen man, already jailed for highway robbery, was found innocent by officers who disclosed the error, highlighting mob danger.
Washington officials deny foreign papers blame the United States for delaying a joint note. Conger signaled to strike the word irrevocable and stand by his position. Debate centers on demanding heads of Chinamen and whether China can comply.
A crowded advertisement page promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine for colds and coughs, plus cut prices at Pedigo's on coats and jackets. Kirzer offers watches and silverware, while Kinzer Photo Studio touts low basket prices. Also advertised are Tansill Punch Cigars and a Blue Front hot Tom and Jerry.
Washington reports a circulated canard claimed U S soldier Leonard Skinner would be shot in the Philippines on Christmas morning for an offense. The piece prompted widespread inquiries from the White House War Department and appeals from the California Red Cross Mrs Willard Harrington and Mrs J Ellen Foster communicated with officials and leaders from a Skinner society group desiring clemency.
Chicago report states a fare and a third for round trips during Christmas and New Year holidays within 200 miles of key routes. The limited one fare rate applies between all points in western Missouri territory and goes into effect today through January 2.
John L Crockett announces a new drug store at the corner of Princeton avenue and Lazewell street inviting former customers and all others seeking pure drugs to visit and purchase.
The notice states that Buefield and D. Shott are involved with mailboxes and notification to recipients about mail delivery, implying an agency action or service related to mail storage or distribution.
A Davis Iowa father praises Kamons Liver Pils and Tunic Pellets for his youngest son. He says the child improved rapidly after starting the tonic and is now robust and healthy, matching others in the family.
A Bluefield advertisement offers a six room residence in first class condition located within five minutes of the passenger station. The seller, D. B. Baldwin, former Pioneer Real Estate agent, invites interested buyers to call at 108 Summers Street Bluefield or contact by mail for details.
An old advertisement urges readers to avoid drinking liquor but promotes buying from Wm. Linken poker as agent for A Gugenheimer Distilling Co. with goods purchased directly from the distillery and sold at wholesale and retail prices.
A Cleveland area woman credits a new remedy with curing a deadly cough and preventing pneumonia after doctors failed. The ad promotes a bottle price of 50 cents and a dollar, claiming guaranteed results and free trial pots at drug stores. Another product, Kedol Dyspepsia Cure, is advertised for digestive relief and food digestion.
At a Wheeling meeting the Inter State Oil and Gas Company was organized with 500000 dollars in stock and offices to be in Wheeling. The firm controls thousands of acres in West Virginia and Ohio and secured a portion of the St. Marys reservoir in Allen County Ohio. Initial daily output stands at 475 barrels, with plans to develop holdings across both states and expand operations. Directors include Gov. Nash and state officials. officers named are John D. Columbus as President and John Davis as Secretary and Treasurer.
The senate committee on territories heard Governor Murphy and Delegate Wilson advocate the bill for admitting Arizona as a territory and state. They stressed rising population and wealth to justify a change in government under the proposed plan.
The sinking fund commissioners of Philadelphia sold one and a half million dollars of bonds to a local bank at a 2.95 percent yield. The issue places Philadelphia’s credit above many states and cities, with Boston at 3.05 and New York near 3.10, while Detroit and others hover around 3.20 to 3.25.
A partial report notes a practice session at Kiow with five cut games and a Chinawa contingent, unclear details linger about opponents or outcomes.
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