Kern in Line of Succession and Bryan's Candidacy Readiness
Washington reports at the Jefferson Club banquet in Lincoln detail Bryan and Kern with Kern hinting at leadership while Bryan contemplates future office. Analysts say Bryan may not run in 1904, favoring party principles and a candidate who can unite Democrats against the Cleveland element.
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Washington
Bryan
Mr. Kern
Jefferson Club
Lincoln
Neb
John W. Kern
Kern
Indiana
Democratic debate over Bevan and Bryan kandidatics
Jaud and others who refused Bevan now advise rehabilitation of the party as a sign of good faith toward Bryan Democracy. The piece includes a glowing tribute to Mr. Bryan and suggests Kern as a possible candidate with an impression Bryan is not hostile toward him.
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Jaud
Bevan
Bryan
Kern
Attempted train wreck on Crisfield Branch
Three attempts to wreck a passenger train on the Crisfield Branch of the NYP&NRR between Kingston and Westover failed as obstructions were cleared by the engine. A small boy and his older brother admitted placing fence rails and timbers to force a jump, and the boy was turned over to an officer.
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Crisfield, Md
Crisfield
New York, Philadelphia and Norfolk Railroad
Kingston
Westover
Sawmill boiler explosion in Blue Ridge fatally wounds engineer
In Luray Virginia a sawmill boiler exploded injuring several workers. Engineer James Stoneberger was killed. John Deavers and John Rickard suffered serious injuries, owner John Miller was hurt. A prior near fatal accident at the same mill involved Deavers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luray
John M. Miller
Blue Ridge
Rileyville
James Stoneberger
John Deavers
John Rickard
Miller
Deavers
Cham berla in's Cough Remedy Endorsed by Local Resident
W R Gray of Amenia Dutchess county New York praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy calling it the best medicine he has used and a fine children's remedy for croup. He notes it can prevent the attack if given early or after the cough develops and urges keeping it on hand for instant use. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.R. Gray
Amenia
Dutchess County
N. Y
Chamberlain
Obanberisin's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
No one can reasonably hope for good health unless his bowels move once each day. When this is not attended to disorders of the stomach arise. If you wish to avoid these ailments keep your bowels regular by taking Oban berisin's Stomach and Liver Tablets when required. They are easy to take and mild in effect. For sale by H. N. White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oban Berisin
H. N. White
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Heals Leg Sore in Ten Days
LaGrange Georgia resident P A Danforth suffered a six month running leg sore until Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured it in ten days. Advertises it as best salve for boils, piles and wounds with a guaranteed cure. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. A. Danforth
LaGrange
Buckien
Arnica
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Endorsed For Flu Pneumonia Risk
Whitfield & Co of Chicago promote Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for la grippe noting vast user success with no pneumonia cases. They say the remedy provides prompt recovery and counteracts pneumonia risk. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitfield & Co
Wabash Avenue
Chicago
West Virginia to establish new northern and southern districts
Charleston December 28 The pending bill for a new West Virginia judicial district sparks talks on office distribution. In the north Judge Jackson stays. Caldwell becomes district attorney with Showalter as assistant. Elliott to be marshal. In the south Governor Atkinson likely judge with Northcott as district attorney and Thayer as assistant. The clerk position remains unsettled, with Geo E Boggs named as a possible appointee if Atkinson takes the bench.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
West Virginia
Jackson
District of
Chas. T. Caldwell
Parkersburg
Emmett Showalter
Fairmont
Charles D. Elliott
Atkinson
Geo. E. L. Boges
Army bill seen likely to pass after conference
Washington reports that Representative Hull expects rapid enactment of the army reorganization bill. He says Senate confidence will be bridged within a week after conference. The piece notes a vacancy in the War Department auditor post and possible White House influence in appointing a successor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hull
House Committee On Military Affairs
Congress
Senate
F. H. Morris
War Department
White Horse
Morris
Cleveland
Hanna
Foraker
Germany
State Department
United States
Schuman
Mainz
Reichstag
West Virginia Poised for Second in Coal Output
State Mine Inspector predicts West Virginia will rank second among coal producing states this year as heavy capital activity in coal lands signals strong development potential. Increasing land purchases by developers suggests the state may hold the second spot soon if not this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
De King's New Life Pills Advertised for Health Boost
An old advertisement touts De King's New Life Pills claiming to improve stomach kidneys liver and bowels. It promises indomitable will and splendid health with a purchase price of 252, urging readers to buy at any druggist.
Quack Medicines Promised to Cure Cold in One Day
An 19th century ad touts Laxative Binomo Quinise tablets claiming cure a cold in one day with No Cure No Pay. It also promotes Chamberlaie's Stomach and Liver Tubes for stomach and liver disorders at 25 cents, with samples free at H N Wisie’s drug store and a hot Tom and Jerry at the Blue Front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlaie
H.N. Wisie
Coal Sales Ad From Beaver Pond Fuel Company
A vintage advertisement touts Beaver Pond Fuel and Supply Company selling coal as the best value. It urges readers to buy from the Blue Front and extols Jobo Harper cigars as supreme for smokers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Pond Fuel and Supply Company
Jobo Harper
Bes
Do t Drink Don't Dink Ad for Wm Linkenhoker Agent
An old advertisement urges avoiding drink but, if consumed, to buy the best from Wm Linkenhoker, agent for A Gugenheimer Distilling Co. It notes goods bought direct from the distillery and sold at wholesale prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Linkenhoker
Gugenheimer Distilling Co
Quiet Medicine Adverts for Laxative Kromo Quinine
An old newspaper notice promotes a cold remedy with Kromo Quinine tablets as a laxative product. It highlights its use for nasal relief and general health claims common to period advertisements.
Senate Appropriations Panel Near Finish on Bill
Washington reports the senate appropriations committee nearly finished drafting the legislative executive and judicial bill after a holiday recess. The subcommittee plans prompt reporting to the full committee and then to the Senate, with few salary increases but clerical boosts in War Interior and Post Office departments. The panel even met part of Christmas day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Committee
Senate
House
The Colored People Weds Henderson and Lybrooks
Henderson and Miss Sara E Lybrooks were married at the Baptist Church in Vivian on Christmas Night. Rev J W Johnston officiated. Attendants included W M Cyleman and Miss Latlie Isailer among others. the couple received many handsome wedding presents.
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Baptist Church
Vivian
W. 8. Henderson
Sara E. Lybrooks
the Baptist Church
V Vian
J. W. Johnston
W. M. Cyleman
Latlie Isailer
H-Nor
J.E. Fortis
Minge Anderson
We. M. Beiutond
Maria Fuqua
J. CG
Oregon to Return for Hull Repairs in San Francisco
Warship Oregon, famed battleship, sails for home to undergo permanent hull repairs after striking submerged rock in China waters. Capt. Dickins of the U S Navy will bring the vessel to San Francisco, where the Kentucky will relieve it in the Pacific Station.
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San Francisco
Oregon
Dickins
U.S. N
Asiatic Station
China
Kentucky
Only One In Town Mayor Bid At Pleasant Valley
In Pleasant Valley near Wheeling the sole Democrat faces town pressure from all Republican residents to take the mayoral post. He will have no position if he declines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Valey
Wheeling
Ife
Bluefield Building and Loan to Hold Annual Meeting in January 1901
The annual meeting of the Bluefield Building and Loan Association will be held at the association's office in the Citizens' Bank building Bluefield West Virginia on the day in January 1901 for electing a board of directors and transacting other lawful business.
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Bluefield Building and Loan Association
Citizens’ Bane
Bluefield
W. Viv
David E. Johntson
G. M. Mc Ullosh
Treas
Jenkins
New 2 Horse Wagon for Sale in City
A two horse wagon is offered for sale for 35 dollars in City. Listed by Croy, the seller provides contact and location details for pickup or inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croy
City
Notice to Mail Box Owners in Onefield
Residents may mail their boxes by notifying J D Shott who holds the agency for them in Onefield. The notice asks owners to contact Shott to arrange transfer or pickup. No further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.D. Shott
Healing Ointment Promises Skin Relief From Sores
An advertisement touts the original Wii’s Wich Hoezel Salve as a cure for pes and skin disease. It claims rapid healing of sores with no bears or counterfeits, attributed to HN White.
Help 8 Deeded at Occe when a per son's ire is im denger
An obscure ad style notice warns that a neglected cough or cold may become serious and should be stopped at once. It claims One Minute Cough Care cures coughs and colds and can prevent throat and lung troubles including croup and bronchitis.
Miners Strike Over Machines Halts Pennsylvania Mines
Six hundred Bakerton Coal Company miners at Sterling No. 12 near Barnesboro threaten stoppage over mining machines. Dispute centers on wage scales and the push for eight hour days, with implications for eastern Pennsylvania fields and wider industry likely to seek settlement through the National Convention process.
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Pittsburg
Bakerton Coal Company
Sterling No. 12
Barnesboro
Pennslvania
Edward McKay
Duncan, Spangler & Co
Central Pennsylvania
Gov
Coal Westings
Penn- Sylvania
Gen
Mocking Valley
Railroad Company Chartered for Williamstown Route
The secretary of State issues a charter to the Williamstown Railroad Bridge and the Termel Company to build a railroad from Marietta Ohio to Williamson and to a point on the Little Kouawha near Parkersburg. Capital is 900 shares of 100 each. Incorporators include William R. Ryan Max P. Goodman H C Henderson James A. Griffin and Thos F Burrell.
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Secretary of State
Williamstown Railroad, Bridge and the Termel Company
Marletta
Williamson
Little Kouawhaator
Parkersburg
Williamstown
William R. Ryan
Max P. Goodman
Cleveland, O
H.C. Henderson
James A. Griffiu
Williameton
W. Va
Thos
F. Burrell
Death of George Harris in Bluefield and Newport News
George Harris died yesterday morning at his aunt Mrs Forelines home in the west end. A painter by trade he had lived in Bluefield for years before moving to Newport News Virginia where illness developed. He was brought back to Bluefield last Sunday night and wished to spend his final days there. He was about 37 years old and unmarried.
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George Harris
Fore Lines
West End
Mr. Harris
Bluefield
Newport News
Bluefeld
Lilly and Miss Laura wed at Eckman in Hylton
W A Lilly and Miss Laura Hylton united in matrimony at Eckman on Wednesday. The couple spent the night at Tug River Inn and left Thursday for their home at Big Sandy where Lilly is a mine foreman. Friends hosted a reception dinner and dance there Thursday.
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Eckman
W. A. Lilly
Miss Laura
Hylton
Tug River Inn
Big Sandy
Mr. Lilly
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New Court
E. L. Boggs
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Emperor Whiam
New York Yacht Club
Buchanan
England
St. James
Bismarck
The
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Pennsylvania
Hocking Valley
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