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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
4
Yesterday's election secured approval for a bond issue to fund superior schools in Bluefield. The article credits residents, the chamber of commerce, and school officials for the successful ratification and highlights the benefit of college preparation at home, implying significant city growth.
The legislature considers mining law amendments to appoint superintendents foremen and fire bosses from eligible lists by exam. Reports on ventilation brattices dust control and safety would go to the mine inspector and operators. The piece argues safety comes from educated officials and workers beyond the letter of the law.
An editorial argues for early prevention of crime through state funded schooling and reform measures. It praises Michigan for establishing a state school to educate truants and derelicts, claiming reduced crime and many successful citizens as graduates. The piece urges similar benevolence and policy in other regions.
The Daily Telegraph notes the John Barleycorn jingle contest has ended yet readers still send verses. The paper remarks on popular poetic participation and the contest's evident readership enthusiasm.
The Leader explains the law’s passage amid criticism from a Democratic paper upstate misidentifying it as Republican. He notes yesterday’s evidence of bungling in the registration process requiring affidavits from every voter. Senator Whyte introduces a bill to fix the flaws and hopes for passage.
The Associated Charities effort by Bluefield residents is hailed as meeting every need without imposing on liberals. Commentators praise its reaching structure and fairness as it matures and gains understanding among givers and receivers. President Roosevelt rejects patronage claims and vows to appoint capable men regardless of campaign ties while reviewing Ohio appointments with reasons aimed at broad satisfaction.
A reflection on the daily newspaper as the great school master of the age. It urges readers to use it to educate children about elections policies naval events and big capital cases shaping the era.
Hon William H Hearne of Ohio county asks Republican voters in the Northern Panhandle to inquire into his qualifications for governor of West Virginia. He states the inquiry should come from any citizen regardless of the politics of the person soliciting the information.
The regular annual meeting of Pocahontas Company stockholders will be held at Masonic Hall Bramwell West Virginia on February 11 1908 at 10 o clock a m to elect a board of directors for the ensuing year and to transact other business as may come before the meeting Philip Goodwill President W J Beury Secretary 126 tdm
An old advertisement urges readers to subscribe to the Daily Telegraph for daily news and a resume of world happenings. It promises a reliable, sunlike source of current events each day and invites readers to choose at least one option.
The New York World notes Kentucky senators discuss a bill to prohibit horse racing. The piece mentions parties, dry counties, and Caleb Powers, with commentary on constitutional amendments and political shifts. It also references Adam Littlepage seeking the Democratic nomination for governor and hints at future political consequences.
An ad extols Mi o na stomach tablets as a cure for digestion issues and general debility. It claims relief from headaches sleeplessness and nervousness due to stomach weakness and guarantees a refund if the product does not meet its claims. The White Pharmacy asserts many cures and offers a 50 cent box with risk free guarantee.
Mrs. B D Charles of Harbor Maine endorses Electric Bitters as a neighborhood favorite for quick relief from dyspepsia liver and kidney issues nervous debility and general weakness. It acts as a blood purifier and serves as a spring medicine sold under guarantee at drug stores.
The state central committee orders a Parkersburg convention on April 29 1908 to elect four delegates at large and four alternates to the Chicago national convention for president and vice president nominees and to select three West Virginia supreme court of appeals candidates. Delegates from counties are apportioned by Roosevelt votes. no proxies allowed.
One hundred dollar reward offer for uncurable catarrah with Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsers Walding Kinnan & Marvin state I J Cheney is honorable and able to fulfill obligations. Advertises internal cure, price 75 cents per bottle, testimonials free, sold by druggists. also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Bluefield Lodge No. 260 meets Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Red Men's Hall. Stated Communications Bluefield Lodge No. 86 Tuesdays at Masonic Hall Bland Street. Bluefield Lodge No. 153 Knights of Pythias meets Mondays at 8 p.m. Castle Hall Red Men's Building. Visiting Knights welcome.
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