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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1897

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France stand firm on Egypt policy amid British debate

In Paris M Hanotaux declares France will maintain its stance on British control in Egypt. He warns Egypt of financial risks from Sudan ventures, cites mixed tribunal jurisdiction, and urges calm to preserve European concert. In New York the Herald notes renewed attention to Egypt question and Russia's potential pressure. Mrs Stephenson promotes trimmed hats with new styles.

Great Britain Congola Alexandra M. Hanotaux Europe Egypt France New York the Herald

Ex-Congressman Moore Attacked by Local Official in Memphis

Memph is Tenn Feb 9 Ex Congress man W R Moore a leading Republican and former Vice President possibility was assaulted on the street yesterday by Hugh L Brinkley Fire and Police Commissioner and ex state legislator. The assailant used a loaded cane and Moore was knocked down and badly injured. Last week Moore issued a circular opposing Brinkley backed railroad bond scheme involving 1 000 000 bonds and tied to company bonds. The circular cites an alleged Brinkley poker game incident from his legislative career with bad checks and failed payments.

Memphis Tenn W. R. Moore McKinley Hugh L. Brinkley Moore

Greeks Raise Flag in Canea and Crete War Developments

Reports indicate Greek forces hoisted the flag at Canea declaring union with Greece and inviting the king to take possession. Fires, arson, and significant refugee movements followed as Christian and Muslim factions clash across Crete. Greek warships evacuated refugees, while reports of bombardment options circulate from Berlin to Paris with fleet movements expected for Crete.

Athens Canea Crete Greece Greec George Retimo

Revival in steel trade and legal notes in Pittsburgh scene

The Pittsburgh column reports a revival in iron and steel with billet prices up about 25 cents from last week and loosened orders. It also notes Leigh R. Page appointed receiver for Southern Mutual Building and Loan Association in Virginia.

James C. Lamb Chancery Court Leigh R. Page Virginia Southern Mutual Building and Loan Associaton Atlanta

Riot at Belle Vernon Mines Leaves Two Shot

A strike at J. H. Somers Fuel Co. Belle Vernon, Fayette County, sparked a riot when discharged driver Charles Carnahan and superintendent William Bates were shot amid a melee in the mine hall. Bates wounded in stomach, Carnahan critically injured as police restore order. Saloons closed, extra police deployed, town under patrol after the clash among striking miners and company workers.

Uniontow, Fa J. H. Somers Fuel Company Belle Vernon William Bates Charles Burgess Stonson

Widespread Visitors and Local Notes From Bluefield

Echoes of the city records many visitors and residents passing through Bluefield, including J. J. Scales of Louisville and Maj. Samuel Walton from Falls Mills. It notes trains No. 4 and No. 12, a burial trip to Tazewell, a infant death, and a revival by James E. Schoolfield in Danville with widespread civic mentions.

Jno. L. Crocktt Tazewell C. Maynard Dr. Easleys James E. Schoolfield Danville Ts Central Methodist Episcopal Church Memphis Tenn

Three Wounded in Virginia Shooting Fray

In Abingdon Virginia on a Sunday two miles south of town three young men were badly wounded in a quarrel between the Taylor brothers and William Carswell. Carswell fired first wounding Reuben Taylor, who shot back and killed Carswell. Carswell's father then fired twice striking John Taylor and Young Carswell. Reuben Taylor is believed to die. John Taylor may recover. Elder Carswell surrendered and is jailed. The immediate cause was a pawned old watch worth 25 cents.

Abingdon Taylor William Carswell Carswell Reuben Taylor John Taylor Taylors

Pursued by a Mad Dog Near Fremington Del

Charles Bell and Miss Emmons of Mendham escaped rabid dog attack at Fremington Del as the animal roamed a house yard. Bell fetched a gun, the dog pursued him and Miss Emmons, and Bell shot the animal after it showed hydrophobia signs.

Fremington Del Charles Bell Miss Emmons Mendham Bell

Amateur company stages Morton plays at Bramwell

A company of amateur players presented two John Madison Morton plays to a large Bramwell audience last Wednesday. Responding to Bluefield friends urgent invitation they will perform here next Tuesday. Cast includes Mr and Mrs B F Keller Mr C M Kyle Miss Ide Mr and Mrs W C Brooke Robt and IH Patterson Miss Sheperd of Kentucky and Mr W D Tyler. The Ladies Aid Society says the event offers a literary treat and an evening of entertainment for Bluefield.

John Madison Morton Bramwell Bluefield B. F. Keller C. M. Kyle Ide W. C. Brooke Messrs. Robt IH. Patterson

German at Blue Field Inn to be hosted by military company

A German event is planned at the Blue Field Inn on the 25th with invitations about to be sent to the Coal Field. The military company will present the event and distribute invites to local attendees.

Bluefield Inn

Bright Divorce in Wahpeton Divorces Grace Bright

George A Bright, who moved from Philadelphia to North Dakota, was granted a decree of divorce from Grace T Bright in Wahpeton on grounds of desertion. Attorneys McCamber and Hogart represented him.

Faree, N. D George A Bright Philadelphia North Dakota Wahpeton Grace T. Bright Quaker City McCamber & Hogart

Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad Promotes Blood Health

It claims medicine carries nourishment to nerves muscles and organs. Purported blood purity ensures health while impurity causes disease. Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills are advertised as strengthening health and aiding digestion. Five or six table boarders wanted at Summers St by D. B. Banowin.

Hood Fin Mus D. B. Banowin Summers St

Libel and false imprisonment suits await circuit court

In Princeton the libel and false imprisonment cases of C Holland v Dr J E Martin await call in circuit court. Goodman liquor dealer Pocahontas won against the Phoenix Club for money owed for literature supplied. Judge Sanders presides, with general belief he will be an excellent judge. A help-wanted ad seeks a woman for general housework at a good home.

C. Holland J. E Martin Princeton Goodman Pocahontas Phoenix Club Sanders Circuit Court

Te Cur a Uold in Ga Di Take Laxative Bromo Tablets

An old advertisement promotes Te Cur a Uold in Ga Di laxative tablets with a claim of cure. It notes AI druggists refund the money if it fails to cure and lists a price of 25 cents.

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Hanotaux England Russia Pants Chamber of Deputies Michael Hick Beach House of Commons M. Francois Deloucie Castellane Hicks Beach M. Deloncle Government Michael Hicks-Beach Coonel Moore Brinkley Mussilmans Heraklion Mussulmans Board British Warships Halepa Ministry of Marine The Union Chamber Berlin Canes Kaserin Augusta Tovulon Troude the News Telegraph Pittsburg Georgia Carlos Roloff Senor Jose Luis Cuba Baltimore Emoval James River Rockett’s Shockoe Chicago United States London Marlborough Club Metropolis Prince of Wales House Committee Luel Fayette County Carnahan Somers Monongahela River Works Cleveland Ohio Bates Charles Cannahao Ents Attis Bates and Cannalan Jay C.C. Stuart Boston J. J. Scales Louisville Rev J. Viiver W. T. Stafford Welch Esterday Mrs. Long Eckman Our Town D.W. Meadows Roanoke Samuel Walton Ws Falls Mills Tom Atkinson William Dodds Parkersburg UC. T. Hammond Catlettsburg, Ky Jor. Fishburne N. RR Gertrude Watts Frank Glen Lyo Monroe County Kenova W.A. Easley R .W.A Scarson Harry Darnell Pat Foy N. & Wilway É.l McCell Mr. Caples W. Hudson Elkhorn Choice Keister Jim Higginboth Pembroke J.B. Robertson M.C. Marsall Front Royal N. F. Marshall Boyer W. IL Tomoney Richmond Tomney Rchmond Dispatch J. W. Parsley Buena Vista Rockeridge County Joseph Evans Mary A. Higginbothan Thos. Higginbothan Thompson Valley D. B. Baldwin Roanoke Female College Edgar N. Moyers Equitable Life Assurance Society of Our City Mary F. Carter Widdow Chas Dale Carter Rich Valley Smith County Carter South West Virginia Equitable Life Perience Fremington, del Mr. Bell Literary Entertainment Ely Wanrep McMahon Lynchburg Ferguson Bros Bland Street
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