12 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1898
Page
1
In Washington the De Lome resignation prompts calls for recall or passport issuance unless Spain offers a full apology. Senate and House leaders urge swift action while Madrid accelerates naval work as a court session begins with General Pellieux and Colonel Picquart poised to reveal the mystery.
News from the Klondike reports five men frozen to death on Chilkoot Pass. Details are sparse. Lawlessness remains at Skaguay and Dyea, described as serious. Governor Bradley appealed to President McKinley for protection against outlaws.
The Pittsburg Chatauqua Ice Company plant fire wreckage yielded eleven dead, twenty one injured, and twenty seven missing as search efforts continued. George B. Newton, a Philadelphia coal magnate, died of heart failure in New York. Also Paris reports that the Zola trial will disclose the Dreyfus case mystery.
Havana officials seek fuller information on Sagasta's note to gauge its stance on American intervention. They doubt its tone matches Madrid's defiance claims and see it as aimed at satisfying Spanish public opinion while rejecting U S intervention. The muddled response follows Banco's failure and the Maine visit.
London Febru ary 11 The Manchester Courier reports on good authority that a combination of fine cotton goods manufacturers is now an accomplished fact with only legal details left to settle the capital being six million pounds.
The Court of Appeals at Charlston transacted writs of certiorari and errors in several cases. Ritz administrator v City of Wheel ing awarded writ of error allowed. Pinnicknicknick Coal Co v J M Boyd Lumber Co refused writ of error. Alderson administrator v Alderson appeal and supersedeas allowed. Abney Barnes & Co v Ohio Lumber and Mining Co writ of error and supersedeas allowed. Carpenter v Thompson writ of error refused. Steelesmith v Gartlan et al argued but not concluded.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medicine for general use. It warns against substitutes and urges readers to trust proven merit and the experiences of others.
The Elkborn Alaska Gold Mining and Development Company of Ellkborn West Virginia is thriving by promising honesty and persistence. Their motto centers on steady effort and a belief that honesty is the best policy. Public sentiment calls for cautious optimism about their business approach.
State Senator Robert J Handy of Delaware died at home on Holly Oak Street. Sergeant Boyd committed suicide in the Ninth District Sub Station House Philadelphia. Senator Hanna of Ohio attended a Scotch Irish Society banquet in Philadelphia. Emory W. Fenn claimed service as major of artillery in the Cuban Army and arrived in New York. A head on collision near Montgomery Alabama killed five and injured several. The New York Assembly censured Senator Murphy 79 to 63 over the Teller bill vote. Austria denies plans to restrict American fruit and plant imports. The Theta Delta Chi Fraternity began its semicentennial in New York with a Capen Tufts address. A Cleveland family of nine died from asphyxiation. the mother and one daughter likely die while others recover. Senor Juan L Cuestas interim Uruguay president issued a coup decree dissolving the Assembly. Secretary Shuman answered a Senate resolution on German-American fruit correspondence. New York police consider the river body possibly Jean Lancrez a Sixth Avenue restaurant carver. Canada appears ready to block US troops aiding relief in Yukon. A new trial for Luetgert, the Chicago sausage maker, will be sought after he called the jury cowards. The Senate debated Indian appropriation as Senator Allen of Nebraska assailed Speaker Reed. The Senate opened with a prayer by General Booth of the Salvation Army. In the House, Bailey of Texas led a Democrat filibuster on Handy’s behalf against ex-Ambassador Bayard. Reed rebuked Bailey.
Day by day brief of visits and trips by residents from Maysborough, Pocahontas, Bramwell and Roanoke. Church programs, lectures, and revival services announced with names of speakers and locations. Fire destroys a Bluefield store residence. losses include Mrs Rodgins and Gilliam family. insurance coverage listed.
M G Whitlow a Raleigh street plumber and tinner offers custom sized dinner buckets for railroad workers and can be reached by phone at 12.
Notice states the coal business of J. J. Benbow was purchased by W. E. Bane and will continue at the same location on Bluefield Avenue near Klondike, dated February 9, 1888. Bane announces continuation of operations at the old stand.
Notice of sale dated February 9 1898 by J J Bennow. all debts owed are urged to come forward and settle immediately with the new owner W E Bane.
Notice from J C Dans and Co announcing W E Bane takes over the coal business and will fulfill undelivered orders. Dated February 9, 1898.
Elkhorn-Alaska Gold Mining and Development Company displays a large collection of Klondike gold nuggets at their Elkhorn West Virginia office. Residents are encouraged to visit if they have not yet seen the exhibition.
An advertorial claim urges readers that improper scalp care leads to gray hair and baldness and promotes Hall's Hair Be Newer as a reliable remedy to escape these outcomes.
Investors urged to buy stock as the Elkhorne Alaska God Mining and Development Company closes its sale window. Prospective buyers are advised to obtain their certificates immediately to secure participation.
M G Whitlow of Raleigh runs a street plumbing and tinning business offering a wide range of repair and job work in both branches and can handle all tasks on short notice.
A brief ad urges investing in the Elkhorn Alaska Gold Mining Co of Elk Horn West Virginia noting they employ multiple profitable schemes beyond gold. Readers are invited to contact for details and to trade for a work horse via D G Lilly Bluefield.
An old advertisement invites women to sample Samuels brand teas and coffees at 211 1m, signaling a local commerce note from a historical paper.
In Wilkesbarre on February 11 intense courtroom moments unfolded as Sheriff Martin and deputies stood trial. Wounded witnesses testified, revealing scars from bullets as they described clubs in West Razeton and killings at Lattimer. Adam Lopenski denied a scheme to have the state pay victims’ damages if found guilty.
Roanoke police traced $180 taken from E. C. Keller of Sluefield after a night of misfortune. Officers questioned Mrs Mamie Dovel at 688 Walnut Street and followed tips from Roanoke Chief Dyer but found no solid identification for the missing money. Keller remains short $65 as the case proceeds.
The editor praised Dr King’s New Discovery as a perfect remedy for coughs colds and consumption. A testimonial from Chief at Tiskilwa says the product is superior to others and guaranteed with trial bottles at N N White’s Drug Store.
A notice directs customers to leave orders at White's Pharmacy with contact by phone at 40 W.E Bank. The document emphasizes that only those with proper credit from parties the editor recognizes may receive time on their orders.
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