13 Feb 1901
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1901
Page
1
Corbin also in line Ex Confederates on pension roll Disappearance of sectional feeling noted in Washington gossip column.
Washington reports surge of speculation over who will lead the army after Miles retirement. MacArthur is favored, with Corbin or other generals as possible rivals depending on line service and adjutant general considerations. Capitol notes discuss pension debates for ex Confederates and shifting Washington place names and wind-prone Capitol corner.
The brief item notes a medicinal product named mo Quinine Tablets marketed as a laxative to treat cold symptoms. No further details on formulation, dosage, or manufacturer are provided.
An open switch derailed the Chesapeake and Ohio fast passenger train four miles west of Charleston West Virginia. Four people were injured and every car left the tracks. The baggage car and day coach plunged forty feet down an embankment. Injured include Lee Massie of Goldsboro Ohio F M Swith of Knoxville Tennessee with dislocated shoulders and Charles Southwick of Huntington West Virginia with a scalp wound.
In Kiel last night a serious altercation occurred between sailors of the Russian cruiser Askild and the German battleship Kaiserin Wilhelm II. A Russian crewman mobbed the German ship and a German sailor was stabbed and mortally wounded.
A large vessel is believed sunk near the Newfoundland banks with all hands feared lost. extensive wreckage has washed ashore from multiple points, indicating a maritime disaster.
Santiago Cuba February 12 The United States transport Rawlins formerly the Old Dominion Line steamer Yorktown ran on a reef Sunday morning while entering the harbor here and got off this morning with no material damage.
A morning blaze at the Rochester Tumbler Works nearly wipes out half the plant after spreading through the facility. The loss is estimated at about five hundred thousand dollars and three workers are reported burned to death.
The engagement of William Howard Cutting Jr. private secretary to Ambassador Choate to Lady Sybil Cuffie daughter of the Earl of Desart is announced in London on February 12.
London officials state there is no foundation for the claim that Mrs. Florence Maybrick has been pardoned. The February 12 dispatch clarifies the situation, asserting no pardon has been granted.
Mobile Alabama February 12 Captain Willem Foster commander of the last American slave vessel that made the voyage to Africa died here today. He led the voyage and faced abolitionist scrutiny during the era when slave trade waned in the United States.
London report states an explosion at the Guilford Surrey gun powder works today killed six men. The incident occurred in the works plant and authorities begin investigations into the cause and safety measures.
The annual meeting of the Buckeye Coal and Coke Company stockholders will be at James B Stephenson's office in Roanoke on February 14, 1901. Officers JD Hewitt and Stephenson, President and Secretary, announce the gathering.
Ismal Kermal Bey, Turkey’s veteran statesman now in London as an exile, pressed for a formal military and naval alliance between England and Turkey. He argued Turkey should aid England against the Boers and Russia, claiming England’s support is essential for Turkey’s survival and its Oriental possessions.
General Dewet crossed the Orange River into Cape Colony last night near Norvales Pont and is moving toward the Phillipstown district. Generals Plummer Knox Bruce and Hamilton pursue with guarded drifts in the area.
An advertisement notes a premium offer from J. N. Echols & Co. where customers who spend five dollars receive a free china ware piece. The promotion highlights a choice of premiums and a display of a fine china line.
Fragmentary report details John Duver of Philadelphia describing a grave robbery at a grave site after suffering severe illness and a hidden injection. The account claims three nurses aided his rescue and warns others not to trust unknown remedies sold by druggists.
Notification that J. D. Shott has received the agency for mail boxes in Buietiela and is to secure the service or items concerned.
An ad extols Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption with a testimonial from Tess of Philadelphia who claims dramatic relief after using the remedy. It promises a 50 cent or 100 dollar bottle with a guarantee and free trial bottles at druggists.
An advertisement touts De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve as soothing and fast acting for boils sores and skin irritations. It warns to beware of imitations and lists H W White as the author or distributor.
Advance sheets from Census Bulletin No 53 present West Virginia population by counties and minor civil divisions as of June 1 1900. McDowell shows the largest gain while Logan declines after Mingo county formation. 140 towns listed with Wheeling Huntington Parkersburg Charleston and others over 2 000 residents.
The receivers of the Virginia Iron Coal and Coke Company announce changes in officials. Treasurer E B Craig retires and is replaced by W R Wills, formerly first assistant. No other changes occur besides the treasurer’s position with the appointments of Daniel Davis as auditor W R Wills as treasurer Frank M Eaton as sales agent John Warwick as purchasing agent Joseph L Kelley as general solicitor and D D Hull Jr as assistant general solicitor.
The funeral of John T. Litz was held yesterday at his home near Tazewell. He was the father of S T. Litz of Graham and J. Litz of this city.
Bids will be received on 5 000 cubic yards of stonework through February 18 1901. The Southwest Virginia Improvement Company Pocahontas Virginia reserves the right to accept or reject all bids. For details contact the company office in Pocahontas.
A Baltimore inventor touts a cigarette shaped train gag and a cough cure named One Minute Cough Cure from H. N. White. The ad notes dangers of croup and lung illness in children and urges prompt action to prevent serious disease.
An advertisement touts Po'nsm Fadeless Dyes claiming no experience needed to dye wood. It claims boiling wood in the dye suffices and notes a solid by Frat top Grocery Go.
Advert says Dr King’s New Life Pill relieves sick and nervous headaches by purifying blood and strengthening nerves. Pills priced 25 cents with bold claims of rapid relief. Also touts DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as easy to take and effective for cleansing the liver and bowels. H.N. White.
An old-fashioned advertisement urging readers to avoid drinking while promoting William Linknhoker as agent for A Gugenheimer Distilling Co. It claims all goods sold directly from the distillery at wholesale prices.
A parade of old time medicine lines urges readers to visit Ho ON White's drug store for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The ad claims these pills are a best physic and cure stomach disorders biliousness and headaches.
Charleston dispatch examines how Democrats in the West Virginia House have used obstructive tactics to block majority action, including clashes with Speaker Wilson and Alderson. A Democratic member’s dramatic roll call critique signals a warning to Republicans and a planned political fight into 1902, portraying a heroic but costly last stand.
The Grand Lodge of Elks may move its annual meeting from July 16 to July 23 in Milwaukee. Philip G. Kelly, Virginia representative, traveled to Milwaukee to confer with other delegates about the proposed date shift as several large bodies are to convene during the week.
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