Growth of the State in Industry and Coke Making
West Virginia shows phenomenal manufacturing gains by 1900 led by iron and steel and lumber. Coke production surged from 1860 to 1899, with 77 coal at 3,191 wage earners and value $3,629,241. Glass, leather, pottery and foundry products expand, with 838 planing mill workers and exports to Canada and beyond.
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West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Indiana
United
United States
Connellsville
Arsisius
Canada
Mexico
England
South America
South Africa
Kinzer's Christmas Goods Stocked At Kinzer's Store
Kinzer's stock a full display of Christmans wares with new show case and a wide range of jewelry silverware gold plated brooches clocks watches china and novelties. Gift items include bracelets buckles rings and vanity sets appealing to shoppers seeking fine presented gifts.
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J. Kinzer
Foley's Honey and Tar Advised to Stop a Cold
An old advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar stops a cold quickly when taken early, with a testimonial attributed to G. H. Wade. The copy emphasizes rapid relief from cold symptoms after exposure.
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Foley
H. Wade
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Claim Quick Cure
An old advertisement promises to stop coughs and work off a cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It assures a one day cure or no pay and lists a price of 25 cents.
Foul Murder Near Vivian: Woman Found Dead by Railway
Early yesterday a white woman of striking appearance was found dead by the railway near Vivian station. Nora Fleshman Fourd, accompanied by a white man seen leaving Keystone after heavy drinking, vanished after the murder, with the man later spotted walking the track whistling as authorities search the surrounding hills.
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Pest House
Vivian Gtation
Nora Hleh
Tueir
Keystone
Tragic tale of Norse Fleshovan a twenty five year old
Norse Fleshovan aged about 25, once a handsome girl from Tazewell county, faced tragedy after a trusted youth betrayed her. A child born four years ago left her an outcast, later living with Mary Miler, a notorious bawdy house proprietor in the Fiat Top coal field. The boy, son of the misled woman, is said to live with Mrs Atkins in Pocahontas.
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King
Mary Miler
Negresa
Fiat Top
Pocahontas
Atkins
Tragic Feud Reports Severe Injuries and Legal Strife
Reports from Stony Ridge describe a violent clash near the mountains with Ballard and Talbert badly wounded. The confrontation centers on alleged infidelity with Talbert pursuing a divorce and Ballard facing murder-related testimony at a Tazewell county court bail hearing.
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Bill Jones
John G. Wat
Tazewell
Stuart
Bids Wanted for Construction on Princeton Avenue Project
The notice calls for bids on the construction work at Princeton Avenue, with details including the location near the east end of the General Are (Are) vert, Room No 6, Liz eras building. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids. De J. E. Martin.
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Princeton Avenas
J. E. Martin
J. Mo cigar praised by judges as top earth’s best
The J. Mo cigar from Jeffrey Matthews & Co wholesaler is acclaimed by judges as the finest cigar available. Consumers are urged to try it now and discard other brands for unmatched satisfaction. Distributed by H. N. White and several retailers listed. a seven room Coopertown house is for rent through D. G. Lilly.
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J. Mo” Cigue
Jeffrey, Matthews & Co
Wholesute Distit Ulers
Coopertown
D.G. Lilly
New Life Pills Claim Cures for Stomach and Liver
An advertisement by M. M. Acsin of Worcester Indiana touts New Life Pils as a cure for stomach and liver troubles and constipation. It promises quick relief and urges readers to purchase through Top Grophry Co. as distributers.
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M. M. Acsin
Wicovester
Ind
Busy last day as KMAS shoppers flood city streets
Strangers mingle with local buyers as KMAS buying spree drives a busy day in the city. Merchants report brisk demand for toys, gifts, clocks, jewelry, and liquor with many stores sold out and lines at White's drug store, Mebane's, and Kinzer's.
Ridge Land Company annual meeting set in Freeman West Virginia
Notice lists Ridge Land Company stockholders meeting at Freeman West Virginia on January 9 1902 at 1 00 pm to elect officers and transact other business J P Boen president and Jenkin Jones secretary. Also Bluetier Building and Loan Association meeting set January 16 Bluefield West Virginia at 8 00 pm to elect officers and conduct lawful business with Davin Be secretary and treasurer and G A Shirey noted.
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Ridge Land Company
Freeman
W. Va
Thureday
J.P. Boen
Pres
Jenkin Jones
Bluefield
Cure a Cold in One Day Claim on Laxative Tablet
An advertisement touts 10 Cure a Cold in One Day tablets with Bromo Quinine and promises refunds if they fail to cure. Each box bears a signature of E W Girove. the claim targets quick relief from cold symptoms with a medical skepticism.
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United States
Mo Woolley
Atlanta, Ga
Griggis Ia
W. Girove
Fires endangering homes and wealth in 1900 era warnings
A Chronicle symposium warns of massive yearly fire losses in dwellings and uninsured property, citing that nearly all fires stem from preventable causes. It urges households to inspect chimneys and flues and to address neglect that fuels destructive blazes.
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The
Chronicle
Inee
Toilet Soap Wholesale Offer From Fratstop Grocery Co
Fratstop Grocery Co of Bluefield West Virginia advertises 150 gross of toilet soap at manufacturer’s prices for jobbers and merchants. The notice promises improved Castile Medicated Tar Soap and highly perfumed varieties, urging prior orders for holiday sales.
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Plesee
Fratstop Grocery Co
Pioneer
Bluefield
W. Va
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