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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1900
Page
1
Prominent West Virginia Democrats respond to ex President Grover Cleveland’s push for party reorganization. O S McKinnis criticizes loyalty concerns while A B Fleming urges unity at the next state convention and a conservative platform. Ex Senator J N Camden and ex officials weighed in on the debate.
C M Scott visits from Princeton and numerous locals and visitors fill Bluefield city. Names include William and Hugh Adair Lurich A Moore Riven Harry A Palmer Vivian Ella Richardson Richlands Jennie Harman Oakvale Irvine Miller Rocky Gap Lucy Landrum Abingdon Va D H Johnston leaving for Baltimore Sallie Shepherd Pocahontas Barbara Reynolds Tazewell J W Hale H G Thorp from Princeton Ross Atkinson Vivian Maud Francis Della Floyd Goodwill Sarah Miller Pulaski Jennie Kitts Tazewill H B Kitts Princeton George Kitts Princeton Kitts back from Princeton Master Mechanic J M Thomas Bristol Radford J F Galloway Christiansburg Maud McKinney Williamson visiting brother A P McKinney Bluefield W R Oldham Pocahontas J F Garrison Keystone Blacksburg R W Clifton Coeburn H L Lazenby Hendricks store Bedford Co visiting son G W Lazenby Summers St Capt D B Baldwin family Summers St Mrs R M Baldwin and children Tazewell visiting. Rev J H Wyse Burke's Garden to preach Lutheran next Sunday Dec 30. Hulda Rich Visitation Abingdon holidays at parents. Akins photo shop promotes 10 day sale with half price cuts.
Article discusses party reorganization, noting two individuals had not read it and could not comment. Mr Ohley had read the article but refused to comment. The piece portrays tepid public engagement and cautious official response to internal party changes.
A Basilouk mob surrounded the Paula Albania Greek church during a service in Salonica. They smashed windows and set the building ablaze. Worshippers fleeing were driven back by flames. Twenty were burned to death and many Christians were seriously injured with some expected to die.
Washington dispatch outlines upcoming state legislative sessions and bitter senatorial battles. Key contests span Idaho Wyoming Pennsylvania Illinois Minnesota Nebraska Colorado Utah and Montana with Quay, Chandler, and Warren figures shaping the map.
The fire department contributed to W J Monroe’s relief for December 2 fire losses. Notables in town include Prof G M Ford and several others visiting. Roanoke Lodge hosted a Christmas feast costing 1500 dollars. The Oder of Vinetanges plans a meeting to expel members. A white turkey gifted to President McKinley traces its lineage to Dublin Virginia. Remains of Mrs. Harry J. Rees were moved to Fairview cemetery with services by Rev P T Hall. Bluefield fire companies set a December 20 banquet at 9 p.m. Church entertainments were held Christmas week for various congregations. A new blue and red fire hose wagon arrived, to be drawn by two horses for steep hills. The city hall reel will move to the new firehouse near the overhead bridge. Local ads promote Putnam Fadeless Dyes and Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. One Minute Cough Care is recommended for coughs and colds. A 2 horve wagon is for sale at 35 dollars.
Washington December 26 legislators in several states plan to push laws like Tennessee's on cigarettes once the Supreme Court decision is published. Several governors have requested copies of the ruling.
An ad copy notes Brown Quinine tablets as a laxative for colds and promotes Beaver Pond Fuel and Supply Company selling coal and other goods. It references Poone LOS and a bargain price line with stray letters and numbers.
Notices indicate J D Shott has agency for nail boxes and related remedies in Buefield. The text promotes Que Mieute Coueh Cure as a quick relief for coughs colds and lung issues, claiming immediate results and reliability.
A Bluefield ad promotes a six room, first class residence within five minutes of the passenger station. It urges visitors to inspect at 108 Sumners Street and notes modern improvements and prime location. The listing appears alongside a testimonial about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and local druggists selling it.
Mrs. Geo Lee of New Statesville Ohio prevented a cruel tragedy and saved wolves by using early remedies and doctors. A dramatic account describes her urging to try King’s New Discovery, with claims of cures for pneumonia and other illnesses. The ad promotes bottles at 50 cents to 100 dollars with a guarantee.
An old advertisement urges patrons to buy directly from the distillery via Wm. Linken hoker as agent for A Gugenheimer Distilling Co. It claims all goods come direct from the distillery and are sold at wholesale prices.
Help wanted for coal mining near Charleston West Virginia. Hooton and Weary Company issues urgent call for workers. Applicants should report to Charleston office for details and employment terms.
A reader extols Loevens Dimemon or Memon liver pills and Toyote Pellets for their family. They credit the tonic with transforming their youngest son from a pale delicate child to a robust, healthy boy who now breathes deeply and looks strong.
An old advertisement touts De King’s New Life Pills as enhancing brain and body power by improving digestion and organ balance. It claims improved health and vitality, urging readers to buy for 250 at druggists.
Washington reports a Panama Canal Company rumor that Britain France and Germany may take joint stock in the canal. The claim, circulated by Panama agents, is viewed as a threat aimed at speeding Nicaragua Canal bill action. If true, European involvement could test the Monroe doctrine and affect Senate passage.
Colonel Robt Edmundson Logan of Salem Virginia died at his home on December 26 after a period of failing health. He resigned from West Point at the start of the Civil War and joined the Confederacy, commanding artillery in the Sith Virginia regiment and later colonel of Edgar's battalion. He served with gallantry and kindness throughout the four years of war.
Waldo- Fairchild confirms price hikes in woolens as stock runs low and retail demand grows. Woodhull notes a ten cent rise on one stock item and says the near pew season prompts cost awareness, with the Americas Woolen company reporting about 4.5 million dollars of goods charged and sold since November.
An old style classified ad from the Blue Front hawks Laxative Bismo Quinn and a one day cold cure. It includes a hot Tom and Jerry drink offer and a phone contact 110 for orders.
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