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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1909

Page

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Alaska Coal Development Urged to Fuel War and Growth

Governor Hog gatt urges early Alaska coal field development to supply high grade fuel for Pacific states and the navy. He calls for a road map of rail routes from coast to interior, reform of coal land titles, and federal aid for rail construction to unlock mineral wealth and population growth.

Washington Alaska Pacific United States Navy Wilford F. Hoggatt Walter E. Clark Hoggatt United States Department of Justice Department of the Interior United States Geological Survey Seward Peninsula Matanuska Bering River Alaskan Army and Railroad Engineers Philippine Islands Yukon Valley

Reaffirms Confidence in Cook and Peary Proof

Washington dispatch notes Rear Admiral W S Schley rests his faith in Dr Frederick A Cook and urges Commander Peary to submit his proof to a scientific body beyond the National Geographic Society. He says the same body should judge Peary’s data, and praises Danish Arctic experts as capable.

Washington Frederick A. Cook W. S. Schley Peary North Pole National Geographic Society Cook The Geographic Society Arctic

Victory Complete in Rama Battle as Estra da Triumphs

General Estra da won a complete victory over government troops at Rama near Bluefields. About 600 men were killed or wounded, 1900 Zelaya’s troops surrendered including General Gonzales. Two Americans were killed. Commander Shipley landed surgeons from the Des Moines to aid the wounded.

Bluefields Estrada Rama Zelaya Gonzales Shipley Des Moines

Conditional pardon for oldest convict debate intensifies innocence claim

The oldest convict, long claiming innocence, faces renewed scrutiny as two Thompson sisters brought to Salvation Army Rescue Home testify in a jail investigation. The case rekindles debate over possible wrongful conviction while officials weigh clemency considerations.

Thompson Salvation Army Rescue Home Kanawha Pittsburg Clark

Damaging Evidence Clouds West Virginia Prison Case

Solomon Efaw, longest-serving inmate with a spotless record, faces a conditional pardon on Christmas morning after decades in confinement. Testimony from two Thompson sisters, ages fifteen and seventeen, alleges jail mistreatment and widespread misconduct, overshadowing earlier Clark case details.

Cook Honest or Deceiver in Danish Reception

Dr Maurice F Egan American minister to Denmark arrived in New York after evaluating reports on James Cook and polar exploration. He defended Cooks honesty while acknowledging possible misinterpretations due to limited scientific knowledge and the Danish institutions verdict pending new evidence from Etah.

New York Denmark Cook Maurice F. Egan Egan Etah

Army Wedding at St. Margarets Church in Washington

Miss Carol Duncan daughter of Colonel and Mrs William Duncan married Lieut R D Palmer of the Sixth Infantry at St Margaret s church in Washington. After a wedding journey they will reside in Eau Gallie Florida where Palmer serves as a military instructor with the Kentucky Military Institute which winters in Florida.

Washington, D. Ca St. Margaret's Church Carol Duncan William Duncan R. D. Palmer Sixth Infantry Eau Gallie, Fla Palmer Kentucky Military Institute Florida

Children Cremated in Delaware Fire Tragedy

Three young children of Jasper Williamson died in a house fire in Delaware as parents were away. Fire officials said the blaze at the home occurred while the family was absent, with investigators to determine cause.

Delaware, D Jasper Williamson

Weather Outlook for Virginia and West Virginia

Virginia experiences continued cold and generally fair Thursday and Friday with moderate northwest winds. West Virginia sees partly cloudy conditions Thursday with local snows in the mountains and generally fair weather Friday.

Virginia West Virginia

Miner Kills Three and Ends Own Life in Kentucky Tragedy

In Pittsburg Kentucky on December 22 Will Murray a 35 year old miner killed Elbert Cole 22 son of the Assistant Mine Inspector Perry Cole then killed his wife and mother in law Mrs Chestnut before taking his own life. The shooter entered Cole s store and opened fire then returned home to shoot his wife and mother in law. The motive under study involves alleged romantic trouble over Murray s wife.

Pittsburg Will Murray Elbert Cole Perry Cole Murray Chestnut Young Cole Cole Fresno Cal Ricken G. C. Chefiront

A. J. Mlaurin Expires After Saying He Felt Better

The report states A J Mlaurin died after declaring he felt much improved. The successor may be appointed by Governor Noel or chosen by a legislative body meeting next month.

Noel Legislative

Death of United States Senator A J McLaurin in Mississippi

Jackson Mississippi December 22 United States Senator Anselm Joseph McLaurin died suddenly at his Brandon home from heart failure after remarking he felt better than in a long time. Governor Noel would decide on a successor or refer to the January legislature with Byrd Bowers and Candler among likely choices.

Noel Senator Mclaurin Byrd, Bowers and Candler Anselm Joseph McLaurin Brandon Louchlin Ellen Caroline McLaurin Miss Smith County Summerville Institute Watts Laura Rauch United States Mississippi United States Senate

Miners Homes Destroyed by Fire Near Norton

Fire at the Colonial Coal and Coke Company housing at Dorchester, one mile from Norton, wiped out three houses and damaged a fourth. A dynamite blast blew up the fourth, causing a concussion felt across Norton and prompting fears of a mine explosion. The burned homes were insured.

Norton Colonial Coal and Coke Company Dorchester

Riot danger passes guards escort jailed near Montgomery

Colonel Carter with thirty eight men and Sheriff Grant escort thirty three negroes from Magnolia to Linden for jail after a breach of the peace. Soldiers had guarded them overnight following clashes tied to the burning of Clint Montgomery, a slayer of Algernon Lewis. Will Montgomery remains at large.

Montgomery Carter Grant Magnolia Linden Clint Montgomery Algernon Lewis Will Montgomery

Little Tim Sullivan Dies Bold Bowery Figure

Timothy P Sullivan known as Little Tim of the Bowery dies after six months of Brigati disease. Active in politics he served in the state legislature and as acting mayor. Funeral planned Friday with prominent pallbearers. his widow to receive a substantial fortune.

New York Timothy P. Sullivan Little the Bowery Little Tim Big Tim Timothy Sullivan

Copenhagen Receives Explorer Cook with Mixed Reactions

Danish newspapers react to Cook's visit by calling his conduct a misstep and praising the university for addressing the error. Some papers note the city would likely have welcomed him similarly, while others argue Copenhagen offered a fitting reception despite the controversy.

Copenhagen Cook Koebenhayn

Higginson Celebrates 86th Birthday in Cambridge

Col Thomas Wentworth Higginson a noted historian and scholar marked his eighty sixth birthday at his Cambridge home. He spent the day quietly and received numerous congratulatory letters and telegrams.

Boston Mass Thomas Wentworth Higginson Cambridge Higginson

Quiet after racial tensions in Magnolia Alabama killing case

Magnolia Alabama reports a quiet situation after the killing of a young white man named Lewis by Montgomery Negroes. Forty two leading agitators are jailed and authorities believe planned attacks on whites have been stymied. Local blacks outnumber whites in the area by 59 to 1.

Magnolia Ala Lewis Montgomery

Warriner Pleads Guilty in Embezzlement Case

Charles L. Warriner former treasurer of the Big Four railroad pleaded guilty to embezzlement and received a six year sentence in the Ohio penitentiary.

Charles L. Warriner Cincinnati Big Four Railroad Ohio

Bad Luck Spell Broken For London Couple

The spell of bad luck that plagued the wedding plans of Robert Harcourt and Miss Margery Cunard ends as postponements due to illness are resolved. The couple moves toward an anticipated ceremony in London.

London Robert Harcourt Margery Cunard

Wedding Invitations Highlight Harcourt Cunard Alliance

Invitations go out for a London ceremony this week uniting Miss Cunard of a prominent steamship family with Mr Harcourt, half brother to Lewis V. Harcourt who wed Miss Ethel Burns, niece of J Pierpont Morgan. The American colony in London follows the nuptials closely.

London Mr. Harcourt Lewis V. Harcourt Ethel Burns New York J. Pierpont Morgan Miss Cunard

Wardlaw Sisters Indicted in East Orange Murder Case

Three Wardlaw sisters face trial in Essex County New Jersey for the murder of Ocey W. Snead the East Orange bathtub victim. The grand jury returned indictments after brief proceedings in Newark with police chief and physicians testifying.

New York Essex County New Jersey Ocey W. Snead East Orange Newark Bell William J Kinsley

Home for Holidays as Congress Breaks for Christmas

Washington dispatch reports a large exodus of senators and representatives from the capital after the Christmas recess adjournment. Most lawmakers head home to nearby states and distant western and southern members no longer travel as freely due to fewer railroad passes.

Washington, D. C Congress

Assassin kills Nasik chief magistrate in theater

Arthur Mason Tipletts Jackson, chief magistrate of Nasik, was assassinated by a native during a theater performance in Bombay. The motive was revenge on the magistrate as India fears renewed uprisings against British rule. past plots against Lord Minto and others show the volatile climate.

Bombay British India Arthur Mason Tipletts Jackson Nasik India Lord Minto Lord Kitchener Sir Andrew Fraser

Korean Premier Yi Killed in Attack in Seoul

Premier Yi of Korea was stabbed to death while riding a jinricksha in Seoul. The assailant, Yie Chai Yong, a 20-year-old former resident of the United States, was arrested after striking the premier and the jinricksha man.

Seoul Korea Yie Chai Yong United States

Court House Sold For Public Auction In Sacramento

Sacramento county hall of records and hall of justice buildings were offered at public auction. Once the state capital, the structures were built at great expense a generation ago and are to be torn down to make way for a new, grand courthouse.

Sacramento Cal Hall of Records Hall of Justice Sacramento County California

Legislature Reunites in Atlanta to Recall Notable Session

Surviving members of Georgia's 1884-85 General Assembly met at the capitol in Atlanta to renew acquaintances and swap reminiscences of a landmark session. Former Governor Henry McDaniel, who led state government in 1884-85, presided at the reunion.

Atlanta Georgia General Assembly Capitol Henry McDaniel

Busy Session Promised As Diet Opens In Tokyo

The Japanese Imperial Diet convened today with a ceremonial opening. Prospective legislation on Korean affairs and measures concerning finance and the army and navy promise an unusually busy and important session.

Tokio

Police Chief Karp Killed by Bomb Blast in Secluded Flat

St Petersburg reports Colonel Karp off, chief of the secret police, slain by a midnight bomb explosion in a secluded apartment. The blast occurred at his residence around 12 o clock, tearing the room apart and killing him instantly. Investigators raid the scene for clues.

St. Petersburg Col. Karpoff Secret Police

Dunsmuir Heirs Fight Over $20 Million Vancouver Coal Fortune

Victoria dispatch reports a major will contest involving the heirs of the late Joan Dunsmuir and James Dunsmuir. The case centers on Vancouver Island coal interests once owned by Robert Dunsmuir, with a valuation cited up to $20,000,000. The dispute follows previous litigation over the fortune and the 1900 transfer to James Dunsmuir. Three key family actions have drawn Western Canada interest as the trial nears.

Victoria B. C America Joan Dunsmuir James Dunsmuir British Columbia Robert Dunamuir Nanaimo Vancouver Island Vancouver San Francisco United States Japan Robert Dunsmuir Dunsmuir James Alexander Alexander Dunsmuir New York Alexander Dunsmui Justice Drake Miss Hopper Privy Council Judicial Committee of the Western Canada

Funeral of Leopold Opens in Tempestuous Brussels

Tempestuous weather greeted King Leopold's funeral as a military escort departed the palace for the cathedral. Crowds thronged the streets and balconies to honor the monarch, whose coffin was laid in the burial vault beside Queen Marie Henriette, Princess Josephine, and the young Duke Brahm.

Brussels Leopold Palaece Marie Henriette Josephine Duke Brahamt

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Territory Matanluska Coast Range Fairbanks Kenai Peninsula Moose Pass Willow Creek Cape Yaktag Cook Inlet Susitna Kuskckwhm Maska Hoggat Department of Justic Secretary of the Interior Interior Department Schley Solomon Elaw Ella Clark Charleston W. Va Solomon Efaw Glasscock Kataw Upshur County B. B. Bennett Efan Plorer Weather Forecast Miner A. J. Mlaurin Georgia Jalil Tim Copenhagen University Col. Higginson Margery Dupard Wardlaw Sisters White Jinrensha Court House WAST Canada
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