25 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1936
Page
1
A small begining firm grows through associations with the Fluginess Men's Association and national ties to collect from migratory debtors. They invite inquiry into their methods, promise behind the scenes money handling, and claim above average collection rates. They urge prompt action to recover balances that may now be collectible.
The article profiles Franklins rise as Bluefields leading tailor since 1908 after training in Roanoke and New York. It notes expansion since 1920s, added dry cleaning, a motor delivery fleet, and a workforce of fourteen. Franklin emphasizes quality service, civic involvement, and loyal customer base of about 1,000 as proof of success.
A Raleigh article notes restaurants hotels and stores increasingly value goodwill built by prompt service friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere. It warns that slow service and impersonal treatment hurt a business and reduce going concern value while personal contact and courtesy boost profits.
Milk Service Inc at 918 Bland Street presents arguments for pasteurized milk to prove its superior safety and quality over raw milk. It cites dangers from cattle diseases such as bovine tuberculosis and scarlet fever, and stresses infection risks from handling.
A nostalgic appeal urges families to invest in photographs of their children. It contrasts fleeting childhood with grown years and urges scheduling a photo session today for lasting memories. The text notes emotional value and reasonable prices as reasons to act now.
A historical notice promotes pasteurized milk saying heating to 143 1 2 degrees F for 20 minutes then cooling to 40 degrees F eliminates disease. It emphasizes scientific backing from universities and health departments and describes sanitary, automated processing from reception to sealed bottles.
Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada reports 1935 year end assets over 707 million dollars with a 41 million rise, a higher bond account, increased policy loans repayments, and improved new business and in force protections. The president Arthur S Wood notes continued strong surplus usage to strengthen investments amid a slower rate environment.
Why Every Child Should Have A Musical Training argues music builds mental and physical health, discipline, and spiritual character. It highlights music as essential in education and home life, noting Wurlitzer pianos and high grade instruments from Warlick Piano Room in Bluefield West Virginia. It promotes music as a lifelong benefit and invites readers to try the instruments.
The article extols life insurance as a vast cooperative enterprise built on small sums and managed for the public good, while contrasting coal reliability with unreliable gas and noting Mercer Coal Company's use of high quality fuels and reasonable prices.
During the last severe cold spell the Mercer Coal company provided vital fuel and timely delivery. They maintained a ready stock through strong producer connections and worked eight to ten hours daily, including three Sundays, to keep the public from freezing.
Four Goodykoontz Drug stores promote the Rexall February sale contest with ten Chevrolet sedans and 3000 in cash as prizes. Over 2000 contest blanks issued in Bluefield area, entries due to Boston by March 7. Stores include Bluefield Pharmacy and East End, Fairview, Goody’s Drug on Virginia Ave.
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