23 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1900
Page
1
Washington seeks to gauge private, nationwide preferences for vice presidential nominees. Democrats consider Schley or Van Wyck for the ticket while Republicans discuss Roosevelt, Bliss, Woodruff, Root and others as possible running mates. Multiple states and figures named as potential candidates with no decisive early frontrunner.
Vintage advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood to keep people healthy year round. It asserts disease stems from impurities and that the medicine expels impurities to make blood rich and health giving. Hood's Pills advertised at 26 cents claim to cure liver illnesses.
The column highlights Kelley and Moyers with Sunday Morning Cigars praised for value. It also nods to Hoster Beer as a notable mention to medical science, noting its recognition.
An advertisement touts Ker mott’s Chocolates Laxative Quinine as a quick cold cure. It claims relief for head cold and sore throat and notes children cry for them, presenting the product as easy to take like candy.
Mrs G B Stevenson urges readiness for spring with a clearance sale to close out winter stock. Items offered at cost and below cost to clear out fall and winter inventory. Proceeds support ongoing shop needs.
Mendota Virginia officials warn residents to prevent freezing by not letting hydrants or spigots run. Violators will have water cut off, with a fine and no further notice. A stray health ad claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests food and cures dyspepsia after one dose and a few bottles. George H. Hily Superintendent and George Barbe quoted.
Congressman Romeo H Freer of the Fourth District, with aide E Campbell, arrives in Wheeling for Dewey Day. He confirms he will stay in the governor race, criticizes Washington rumors as false, and vows to canvass until the convention while defending supporters and his record.
Berlin dispatch notes Abdul Hamid delays a pledge allowing Russia to build railways to Asia Minor. The Kreuz Zeitung cites fears that such a concession could invite strong military consequences if war breaks out, highlighting Ottoman hesitation.
E. W. Grove offers refunds on each box if the remedy fails to cure. The product is distributed by druggists, with a 25 cent price tag and Grove's signature printed on every box.
Ad claims strong health comes from improved digestion and organs. It endorses Dr King’s New Life Pills for 25 cents and cites praise from W. S. Philpot and H. N. White for relief from constipation and liver issues.
London reports Ladysmith again under bombardment from Bulwana hill and Blaaurebank. A Bierut dispatch notes the Sidon consulate attack and British efforts to speed aid. Secretary Hay protests the Sabine seizure as unnecessary and says Britain could have blocked contraband transfers after landing.
The National Democratic committee met at Raleigh House in Washington to fix the time and place for the national convention to nominate a ticket. The meeting focused on scheduling and venue details.
Washington February 22 The Philippine commission remains two members short with General Luke E K White of Memphis said to be chosen though not officially announced Col Charles Denby declined a spot and the panel now includes Judge Taft Prof Worcester and Gen Wright The Pacific coast is expected to supply one member with California likely and the east the other A Wisconsin governor W Peck is proposed as a possible Democratic member with endorsements from Senator Spooner and Senator Quarles and Wisconsin delegation If offered Peck would accept and bring two terms of governorship as qualifications The convention location discussion shifts to Kansas City and Milwaukee with July 4 set as convention date and Kansas City leading Milwaukee by votes for the hosting site Leading vice presidential names include Caldwell Arkansas McLeso Ohio Williams Massachusetts and Suzor New York
In Harlan County near the Letcher line John Manuel and Harry Love quarreled while hauling logs over politics. Manuel shot Love dead with a Colts 45 and fled. A pursuing posse led to a night chase with about fifty shots fired. Tobias Griffin and Lem Manuel were wounded. The crowd escaped to the mountains as fears of further violence spread.
H Garrett Smith sues Chesapeake and Ohio railway for 2000 damages claiming Louise ferry purser forced him, a Norfolk to Newport News traveler with first class ticket, to ride in second class on a hot day because of a loud shirt. He alleges humiliation and financial loss from the incident.
A rush to Brewster county Texas follows reports of rich gold discoveries in the Chispa Mountains. Mining expert Russell compares the ore to the California New Almaden fields as over three hundred claims are recorded.
Mrs Curtain of Plainfield Minnesota says a cold settled on her lungs and medical treatment failed. A druggist recommended Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption. After six bottles she recovered fully and can do housework again. Free trial bottles available at all drug stores. Each bottle 50 cents or 1 dollar, guaranteed.
The ad copy warns that Kermott's Chocolates promise relief from cold symptoms and sore throat though the claims resemble giving medicine to children like candy. Officials urge caution over drug like effects and misrepresentation.
A brief item notes Hesters famous Columbus Beer marketed for family use and medicinal purposes with emphasis on its availability and traditional reputation.
Boer troops hurried toward the Free State capital to reinforce General Cronje amid heavy fighting near Bloemfontein. The move signals intensified pressure as imperial forces press in on the town and Danish commando units attempt to hold positions.
Forces withdraw from Natal while shelling Ladysmith to keep White from riding. Advancing units close on the beleaguered town as the defense braces for renewed assaults and possible relief efforts.
London dispatches say Boers are fleeing Natal as Cronje fights Roberts around Bloemfontein. At Paardeberg Drift Kelly Kenny’s pursuit led to a heavy clash at Koodoosland Drift with laager defenses and wide shelling. Boer losses exceed eight hundred. Croje requests armistice as fighting continues. Botha attempts relief with heavy losses and scattered command. Drink Hester Beer Best on the market.
A Victorian era advertise claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures skin eruptions including boils ulcers cuts burns and chilblains and relieves pain. It markets as the best pile cure and promises relief from pain and aches with a 25 cent price and drugstore availability.
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