Deposition Read In Powers Trial In Georgetown
Governor Taylor’s deposition from 1903 was read again in the Caleb Powers case in Georgetown Kentucky. Judge Brown testified that James B. Howard was in London on January 29, 1900 and spoke with him. Taylor denied involvement in Goebel’s killing and rejected dictating Youtsey’s letter to Howard.
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Georgetown
Caleb Powers
James B. Howard
Beause
William Smith
Howard
Taylor
Powers
W. L. Brown
Laurel Circuit Court
London
Laurel County
Heoward
Commonwealth
Goebel
Youtsey
Ten-Year-Old Girl Struck Dead by Lightning at Home
A ten year old girl died at her cousin's home in Reids Station Georgia after being struck by lightning as she sat in a relative's lap. The incident occurred December 23 and is reported by local police.
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Reids Station
Lightning Kills 10 Year Old at Bryant Home
Yesterday afternoon a stroke of lightning killed Ira Bryant, ten year old daughter of J D Bryant, and injured fifteen others during a neighbors gathering at the Bryant residence. The fatal strike struck during a song service and left one cousin unharmed.
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Ira Bryant
J.D. Bryant
Bryant
Fell Under Wheels Conductor Syd Williams Dies
Conductor Syd Williams of Vivian aged 22 was killed at Alnwick while attempting to grasp a moving car handle on a freight train. The handle broke, he was thrown under the wheels and cut in two, dying almost instantly. He leaves a wife and one child and came from Christiansburg Virginia. He was a member of the O R C No 538 and his remains will be cared for by the railroad order. Interment likely in Christiansburg.
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Syd Williams
Vivian
Alnwick
Christansburg
Williams
Christiansburg
Doddridge Akers Dies at 67 from Pulmonary Troubles
Doddridge Akers father of Councilman Jerry Akers died at his daughter Mrs. Luther Bailey’s home near Ada last Sunday evening after six. He was 67 and had lived in the county since coming from Bland. He leaves eight children six sons and two daughters all living. Interment occurred at Bland except for two sons unable to attend.
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Doddridge Akers
Jerry Akers
Luther Bailey
Ada
Akers
Bland
Denver Convention League pays first $25000 to Ta ggart
The Denver Convention League sent $25,000 to Democratic national convention chairman Thomas Taggart at French Lick Indiana. The remaining $75,000 will be delivered in three equal installments on January 22 February 22 and March 22.
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Denver
Colc
Denver Convention League
Thomas Taggart
French Lick
Ind
Former Bluefielder Sues Roanoke Doctors
Fred J. Thompson a commission broker sues Dr C G Cannady and A Stone in Roanoke corporation court for 10000 damages. He alleges unjust arrest on insanity charges by the doctors, leading to confinement in Roanoke jail and a trip to the Marion asylum where he was discharged as sane. Thompson, once a Bluefield resident, blames the actions for harm to his business and reputation.
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Roanoke
Fred J. Thompson
Corporation Court of
C. G. Cannady
A. Stone
Thompson
Marion
Revised Missing List Grows as Darr Mine Rescue Halts
At Darr mine near Jacob's Creek Pennsylvania the rescue effort is suspended after gas and fire damp halt operations.46 bodies have surfaced and more are identified while 228 names remain missing on the revised list as rescuers near the end of the workings and mournful scenes unfold.
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Jacob's Creek
Pittsburg Coal Company
Charg
Last Call for Merchants Daily Telegraph Subscription Offers
Advertisers urge shoppers to visit city merchants for Christmas bargains as stocks run low but still ample. The column encourages giving a yearlong Daily Telegraph subscription as a lasting present, noting many already send it to friends and urging others to do the same.
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Daily Telegraph
Local residents depart and visit for holidays
Wise, Welch, Martinsville, Pulaski, Clarksburg and other towns see residents leaving for Christmas. Names include R P Bruce, W W Kersey, R R Smith, H W Jamieson, B L Jesse, R Lafferty, R S Speas, HA Wilson, W C Kane, J J McDonough, Annie Thompson, J H Custard, William Fields, C H Wright, W E Jordan, C O Stabiman, W W Crous horn, Alda Moorman, J M Purceke, Tucker, Keith Burgner, Nellie Boyd, Elsie Boyd, A C Handerson, and others visiting relatives and spending holidays.
Murder in East End Ends with King's Fatal Shot
Tom King was killed about 6 o clock yesterday in Vaughan's can near the east end bridge after a dispute with Frank Johnson over two colored women. A mob of witnesses followed to the shanty where Johnson shot King in the abdomen. King collapsed after running about 25 yards. Johnson fled toward the bridge and remained at large as police pursued him. The quarrel began over two women, one of whom is jailed.
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Tom King
Frank Johnson
Vaughan’s
East End
Johnson
King
Doo Johnson
344 BODIES RECOVERED AT MONONGAH MINE EXPLOSION
Fairmont West Virginia December 22. President C W Watson of Fairmont Coal Co reports Belmont has asked to let French mine experts examine Monongah mine conditions after the December 6 explosion. U S Geological Survey Chief Joseph A Holland and Chief Chemist Professor Lord are on site. The inquest opens January 2. Bodies recovered to date total 344.
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Fairmont
W. Va
C. W. Watson
Fairmont Coal Company
August Belmont
Monongah
Joseph A. Holland
United States Geological Survey
Professor Lord
Ecoroner
Medals Planned for Panama Isthmus Service Voters
In Washington on December 2, 1909 President Roosevelt announced medals of suitable character for all U S citizens who served two years on the Isthmus of Panama in government service and rendered satisfactory conduct. A competent artist will design the medal as a lasting tribute and national recognition of this service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Panama
Roosevelt
Notable Address by Justice Harlan at Kentucky Dinner
Associate Justice Harlan of the U S Supreme Court delivered a notable address at a dinner in New York hosted by the Kentucky Association. He answered critics about federal powers beyond constitutional limits. President Roosevelt sent good wishes to the event and to Justice Harlan, describing him as a patriot and public servant. Other speakers included John G. Carliss, Judge Jean F. Dillon, Chief Justice Cullen, and former Senator John C Speoner.
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New York
Harlan
United States Supreme Court
Kentucky Association
Roosevelt
Justiece Harlan
John G. Carliss
The
Jean F. Dillon
Washington
Cullen
John Co Speoner
Goldfield Mine Owners to Appeal to Roosevelt
Despite Washington saying federal troops will leave Goldfield December 20, mine owners plan another appeal to President Roosevelt. They will present evidence including a claimed deportation attempt by the Western Federation of Miners. Sheriff Ingalls and Captain Cox discuss keeping order after troops depart, with a plan to recruit fifty deputies to patrol the camp day and night.
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Goldfield
Nev
Washington
Roosevelt
Western Federation of Miners
Sherif Ingalls
Cox
Sparks
Ingalls
Noon Was Killed in Camp Fight Near Welch
A report from yesterday describes a free for all at Serpell's camp near Welch on Sunday afternoon. Three Negroes and three Italians were said killed in the clash, with inquiry noting exaggeration and some people injured by bullets.
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Serpell
Welch
Christmas Gift Buys At Dilger’s In Blaefield
On the last shopping day before Christmas, Dilger’s in Blaefield offers a wide range of gifts. The ad highlights options for men women and couples including shaving outfits, jewelry baby pins scarves and lodge emblems with auctions at 3 30 and 7 20 pm and private morning sales.
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Petron
Blaefield
Dilger'’s
Jon
Dilger
Labre
Hughes Endorsed by Republican Committee for Presidency
The Republican committee endorsed Governor Hughes as the candidate for the Republican presidential nomination and urged Republican organizations nationwide to cooperate in securing his nomination and election.
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New York
Republican Committee
Hughes
Neale State Bank Closed in Atlanta
Neale State Bank closed today after officials asked the state bank examiner to take charge of its affairs. President Thornton expressed confidence all depositors will be paid in full, with a week likely before any condition announcements.
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Atlanta
Neale State Bank
State Bank
Thornton
Night Riders Raid Probe Court Sets January Session
Hopkinsville Kentucky prepares for a January 2 special court session called by Judge Cook after an extended conference with Adjutant General Johnson to investigate recent night rider raids.
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Hopkinsville
Dee
Johnson
Cook
Belmont Cafe Offers Full Course Dinners at Nine P.M.
Belmont Cafe advertises full course dinners from noon to 8 pm with Sloan listed as post office agent in March. The notice mentions Christos Navier as the best, and an exclusive agency at the White Pharmacy dated 12 18 71.
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White Pharmacy
Belmont Cafe
Wily
P.O. Sloan
Mar
Christos
Santa to Visit City Poor Children This Christmas
Rev. Thomas Priddy urged readers to report needy families to him for Santa Claus to help. The Daily Telegraph noted charitable residents will donate funds to ensure poorer children receive gifts, with Priddy directing lists to be compiled.
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Thomas Priddy
Daily Telegraph
Santa Claus
Priddy
Teegraph
Mr. Priddy
Lawson launches movement to re elect Roosevelt and Johnson
Thomas W. Lawson releases a statement confirming a Sunday New York interview. He urges a movement for Roosevelt's re election and the Democratic vice presidential candidacy of Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota. Lawson argues Roosevelt is needed to avert disaster and accuses rivals of financial manipulation.
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Boston
Mass
Thomas W. Lawson
New York
Roosevelt
John A. Johnson
Minnesota
Lawson
Wiliam J. Bryan
Bryan
Jean
Honert
Lagaling
Supreme Court Denies Writs in Embezzlement Case
The United States Supreme Court denied petitions for writs certiorari for Benjamin D. Greene and John F. Gaynor. Each was sentenced to pay a $575,749 fine and four years imprisonment for embezzlement and conspiracy tied to Captain Oberlin M. Carter over harbor improvements at Savannah Georgia.
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Washington
United States Supreme Court
Benjamin D. Greene
John F Gaynor
Oberlin M. Carter
United States
Savannah
Funeral for Florida Senator Mallory in Pensacola
Funeral services for the late Senator Mallory of Florida will be held in Pensacola tomorrow. The note mentions the deceased senator’s desk draped in the senate chamber and lists local ads and holiday merchandise from various shops in the area.
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Senate Chamber
Washington
Mallory
Florida
Pensacola
Senate
Advertising Builds Steady Merchants Through Telegraph Reach
The passage argues that constant advertising in the Telegraph expands a merchant's trade and strengthens public perception as a persistent, reputable business. It notes increased activity across all departments and that steady ads help customers associate the merchant with reasonable prices and dependable goods.
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Gov. Taylor
Jim Howard
Superior Supply CO
Bluefield
R. E. Boling
W. B. Hicks
Asst
L. E. Tierney
W. H. Thomas
Flat Top National Bank OF
United ST
ES Government
Thomas E. Peery
Col. L. KE. Tierney
W. D. Thornhill
R. M. Garrett
P. J. Kelly
E. L. Bailey
Pedigo
J. D. Honaker
O. Wright
C. B. Hancock
B. A. Heller
E. E. Carter, Pres
D. R. Wood
Cashier
Union Bank and Trust Company
Edwin Mann, Pres
W. C. Pollock
L. A. Hooper
First National Bank of
Kent
R. P. Bruce
Wise
W. W. Kersey
Pulaski
R. R. Smith
City
Mrs. H. W. Jamieson
Martinsville
B. L. Jesse
Maioaka
Mrs. R . Lafferty
Clarksburg
Dr. R
Speas
Lewisburg
HA. Wilson
Bedford City
W. C Kane
Bramwell
J. J. McDonough
Annie Thompson
Chatham, Va
G. G. Giles
J. H. Custard
Auugusta County
Virginia
William Fields
Castlewood
Mrs
E. A. Leonard
C. H. Wright
North Fork
W. E. Jordan
Kinston
N. C
C. O. Stabiman
W. W. Croushorn
Parkershare
Alda Moorman
Larchmeet
J. M. Purceke
Richmond
Miss ‘Tucker
Groseclose
R. H. Walker
Kieth Burgner
Morristown
Nellie Boyd
Jaeger
Elsie Boyd
A. C. Handerson
Saltville
Mrs. D Litton
Howard Dudley
Pearisburg
Mrs. McCoy
Big Sandy
W. R. Irvine
James Roane
Roane
Bluefield Brokerage and Commission Company
R M. Garrett
Bodeford City
J. A. Thaxton
Thaxton
Mrs. Garrett
Garrett
Edward Kelly
Key Bros
Portsmouth
Mr. Kelly
Justice Harlan
Noon
Serpell’s
Sublette & Barnes
West End Bakery
Bluefield Avenue
J. M. Wilson & Co
Tom Lawson
Would
Supreme Court
Gaynor-Greene
Tazewell
Russell Streets
Fresh Lowney
Pratt
Sublette & Parnes
Bluefield Candy Kitchen
Wonderland
Metropolitan
DeWitt's
DeWitt'’s
Ye Metropolitan
DeWitt
Eureka Hardware Company
East End Pharmacy
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