03 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1900
Page
1
Washington reports no call for federal troops in Kentucky as of Feb 2. Officials say the contest is a state matter and the Army would only act to protect federal property or ensure the United States' rights if laws or courts are threatened.
Reports from Frankfort indicate Governor Goebel remains seriously ill with possible surgery soon to remove blood clots near his tubeside. Democratic lawmakers threaten no resistance to arrest while Republicans plan a London congress to decide further action amid rising militia activity.
Parkersburg's Ellis Glenn, a woman who posed as a man, used forged checks and eluded authorities before returning from Illinois. Indicted in Wood County, missing papers hinder trial as prosecutors seek copies. defense eyes federal habeas relief.
Major William M. Reynolds of this place states Hood's Sarsaparilla has been used for years and found beneficial as a tonic invigorating recuperating and strengthening the system while quieting the nerves. It purifies the blood and removes the cause of many ailments. Athens Try Hoster's Famous Columbus beer mentioned for family use and medicinal purposes.
The notice markets Ker mott's One Day Cold Cure as a remedy for cold in the head and sore throat using Quinine laxative. It also lists job ads for fire and accident insurance solicitors with salary or commission and a Bluefield West Virginia address. Water notice warns hydrants and spigots must not be left running or face cutoff and fines.
Advert shows Kermott's chocolate laxative quinine candy as a quick remedy for colds and sore throats. Claims ease of taking as candy and fast relief.
Louisville dateline reports Sheriff James L. Sutton of Writley county reeled in on charges tied to the Goebel governorship dispute. Democratic legislators held another secret meeting reaffirming Goebel as the legally elected governor, amid ongoing conflict over state leadership.
Colored Allegheny Bar member Dewages and ally Congressman G H Waite accused W H McCarthy of denying dinner service to them and a guest in a segregated room. Waite, a Tarboro, North Carolina native and Howard University graduate, is a noted lawyer and former political figure.
Forbert Fletcher carried his wife and two children from a burning cottage in Chicago early today. He was overcome by smoke and flames near the doorway and died before help could reach him.
A graduate from uff N.Y. joins Myst End Art Gallery in Hine fheid West Virginia to provide up to date photography of the latest styles. All work is guaranteed to be perfect and offered by W Be ATKIN.
Boer emissaries seek to induce the local tribe to revolt against British authority by presenting promises and rewards for joining the anti colonial effort. The move signals intensified rhetoric and potential tribal alignment with Boer forces during the conflict.
War Office keeps secret plans as military experts say a large force under Kitchener will move on Ladysmith by a long detour to the east.
London reports indicate a major new relief operation for Ladysmith is under preparation. The War Office maintains secrecy but activity suggests a large movement under General Kitchener to approach from the east via Colenso. The Times notes Boer leaflets in Basutoland urging revolt.
In the interest of peace Boers representative Monotague White says he was urged to come by American and English friends. The notice includes promotional lines for laxatives and various local business notices, mentioning Baytley Building, Ink-b27, and Keunaort brick Co. with unrelated product plugs and ads.
Advertisement and testimonial notice urging debtors to settle or face legal action. Included is a claim from Hespt. Mus. G. B. Stevenson about urging payments and a testimonial from J A Dop Gun Alpharetta Ga praising Chamberlain's Patent Pain Palm ointment for rheumatism and sciatica with a note on local availability through H H N White, druggist.
Writing from Modder River February 1 British observers note a long fire two miles along the plain between Jacobs dal and Kopjesdam. They suspect the Boers started it to screen eastward reinforcements moving toward Barkley West and Kommadseberg while the British shell Boer positions from the west and await an aggressive movement.
A Telegram from London says Boers march from Ladysmith toward the Tugela, with a collision expected soon. General French departs the Modder River to relieve Kimberley, en route to the Free States. Dewitt’s Early Risers advertised by HN White of Alarms Urve, New Jersey.
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