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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1901
Page
1
Rome January 31 The newspapers publish a letter from Archbishop Sugars praising Kitchener’s task as very difficult and noting Boers fight well while criticizing cruel stories about troops. He urges friends to not believe untrue reports from Egypt and Europe. The letter confirms good conduct by soldiers despite harsh rumors.
Washington dispatch notes disappointment that army reorganization measures failed to gain passage while navy retirement incentives helped reduce stagnation at the top. Writers contrast promotions and retirements in both services, praising naval changes and questioning army prospects under Senate opposition.
A grand jury in Parkersburg West Virginia indicted Frances E Shring known as the Oil Queen and William G Franklin for cohabitation. The couple long separated from her husband and she is described as a prominent Oil properties owner with an affluent social standing. Franklin was a Toomer at a plumbing firm. The indictment sparked a local furor.
Manila January 31 report says claims of rapid Protestant growth in the Philippines are exaggerated. Methodist, Episcopalian and American Bible Society missions have labored for two years. four Methodist missions report about four hundred members and one thousand in their constituency, while the Presbyterian mission notes a ship of thirty.
An advertisement touts Kodoi D 8epsin Cures as a remedy for indigestion. It claims to relieve all classes of indigestion and provide instant relief, promoting its use against the worst cases and naming H.N White as a source.
The Pocahontas Company will hold its regular stockholders meeting at Masonic Hall Bramwell West Virginia on Tuesday February 12 191 at one oClock p m to elect a board of directors for the ensuing year and to transact other business as may properly come before the meeting. Philip GOODWILL secretary.
A Chicago woman describes severe cold that threatened pneumonia and stomach upset from other medicines. She credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with quick relief and full recovery, stating she will never be without it. Sold by H.N. Ware.
An old advertiser touts The Mother's Favorite Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children and adults, claiming it cures coughs colds croup and woeups with no opium or injurious drugs. Sold by H W Bite.
New two horse wagon offered for bale transport at thirty five dollars. W D Okay City.
A gas ignition from a miner lamp sparked a blast at Pernwood mine in Pittston Pennsylvania. The explosion and subsequent fire threaten to trap and incinerate the entire workforce. two bodies are recovered and mangled, leaving many others unidentifiable among the rubble and burning passages.
The German steamship Barcelona arrived in New York from Hawburg with the captain and fourteen seamen of the Russian bark Cuba. Abandoned at sea January 18, the crew were waterlogged but rescued after a dangerous drift. The first officer Li Youi and a five-man boat crew lowered a lifeboat and saved all aboard following a grueling struggle.
Cape Town reports Andries Wessee, a prisoner, was shot at Klipsfontein on January 28 under General Dewet orders. The Boer assault on Boksburg mines caused about one million dollars in damage.
Prince Henry of Prussia and his staff landed at Osborne House near Cowes on January 31 and proceeded there. A squadron of German warships reached Spithead that morning bringing notable naval presence to the area.
In a January session a single bill passed while Pierpont Statue received signature. Col John D. Alderson faces blame for delaying measures with filibuster tactics aimed at forcing an extra session. Reed and Wilson referenced in a heated exchange as Alderson’s influence dampens house action.
Richmond January 31 The Democratic caucus altered the supreme court race by withdrawing Judge Prentiss from consideration. Whittle remains the strongest choice with support linked to Senator Martin, while Judge Mann and Ple gaur factions counter. The session weighs constitutional convention plans and legislation, including possible disfranchisement efforts and railroad state holdings.
An old advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Biomech and Liver Tablets for digestion bloating belching and sour stomach. It mentions prices and local drugstores in a noisy sales style with various product claims. The snippet includes references to a Baltimore map and a train description and disjointed phrases about cures.
Fragmentary ad promotes liquor sales with claims of direct purchases from the distillery. Mentions an agent and discounted sale prices, but lacks clear details on product names or quantities.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a medical narrative about Resick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio and a battle with a disease for 18 months. The garbled lines reference a possible surgical context, a care plan, and a remedy or placebo, but key details and outcomes are unreadable.
The article notes discussions on a constitutional amendment to create the treasurer, with a vote reserved and postponed. It mentions efforts to repeal a schoolbook law, opposition from the book trust, and a political clash between educational advocates and legislators amid a strenuous late-season push.
Pennsylvania railroad imposes height and weight limits for Firemen and Brakemen as new engine designs demand reach and grip. The rule bars applicants under 140 pounds or over 180 pounds, or under five feet one inch or over six feet, reflecting concerns over operation of high throttle and long-lever controls after medical review.
Wanted an experienced man to solicit trade and to good wages for city work. Advert reads G nly to A J Samuels. Notice dated April 181.
Fragmented ad copy promotes cold remedies Lasativ Bromo Quinine with vague requests for a two room residence. It also touts De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve as soothing and healing, with elderly misprints and uncertain medical claims.
The annual meeting of Buckeye Coal and Coke Company stockholders will be held at the office of James Bo Stephenson in Enonok on February 14, 1901. J. D. Hewlit and W. Stephenson serve as president and secretary in the notice dated January 8, 1901.
An army of workmen prepared Victoria station for the funeral cortege tomorrow. Placards torn down, wood and iron work repainted, and nearby stores display the royal monogram on black and purple. For the funeral thirty three thousand soldiers will be under arms.
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