Post Check currency proposal aims to ease remittance woes
Washington reports a private inventor promotes a postal currency that can be used as endorsable checks. The plan envisions printing one two and five dollar bills with blank spaces filled by payee details and a stamp, transforming notes into government checks for deposit or cashing.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
McMillan
House
Garener
Michigan
United States
Treasury Department
Davy Affair at Norfolk and Western Station
Norfolk and Western detectives in McDowell county think they have a clue in the Davy station robbery. Three hundred dollars was taken from the safe which was locked Sunday morning with no tampering signs. The money was placed in the safe Saturday night by the agent.
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Norfolk and Western
Davy
McDowell County
Mules for Trip to North Fork Junction February 28
A car load of heavy team mules will be at North Fork Junction on February 28. Write or telephone the above place for details. Contact McCHEFNEY & MINNICK at 226 3b.
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North Fork Junction
McChefney
Michigan Potatoes Promoted by Local Distributors
Paynes and partners announce two cars of extra fine Michigan White Potatoes delivered to merchants including Payne & Trent M W Smith G D Bowman L A Lowder Co J B Houchins C T Baker R H Evans Hawkins Hutchinson W T Seaglie and Flat Top Grocery Company as wholesale distributors.
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Michigan
Payne & Trent
M. W. Smith
G. D. Bowman
L. A. Lowder
W. T. Seaglie
Flat Top Grocery Company
Remnant heaters sale at cost and department store closeout
M G Whitlow promotes heaters at cost while J L Horton advertises broken shoe lots and other goods at low prices to make room for a new department store and jewelry line. Foley's Honey and Tar is recommended for coughs and colds. G H Wade notes broken lots at half wholesale price.
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M. G. Whitlow
J. L. Horton
Bland Street
Escape Strikes Jailed Convicted Stokes
Richmond Virginia reports that Y. Stokes, convicted in Lynchburg of attempted assault on a ten year old girl Hilda Weise, escaped from jail after an unseen friend used a crowbar to break a cannon padlock. Stokes had been moved from a higher security cell to a lower risk area following a suicide attempt and worsening wounds, with authorities uncertain of his whereabouts.
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S. Y. Stokes
Richmond
Y. Stokes
Lynchburg
Hilda Weise
Stokes
Faust
Hess
Nomination and post office changes in Ohio Valley news
The report notes the nomination of James Ek Hall for Wheeling postmaster, sent to committee with favorable report likely soon. It also mentions petitions for two new post offices Sunrise and Ingo, with named postmasters, plus appointments at Margaret and Venus post offices. Mrs. Hughes plans a Hot Springs trip for her children’s health.
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Washington
James Ek. Hall
Wheeling
Senate
Scott
Dovener
Post Office Department
Sunrise
R. J. Brochard
Ingo
James M. Hunt
Notice to Water Consumers Advance Payment Required
Water rents must be paid in advance. The first quarter ends March 1, 1902, and is due at the company office on or before February 28, 1902. 225 St.
Electric Rat and Roach Paste Offered for 25 Cents
Housekeepers are urged to buy Stearne's Electric Rat and Roach Paste at twenty five cents. The product is advertised as guaranteed to exterminate rats mice and roaches. Available from Porter & Ritter Graham A J Samovell G H Wade J L Crockett A L Hawkins R E Lilly G E Bowman W P Hawiey Musse Co M D Robinett J A Lowder W W T Seagle Mercer Muse Co Flat Top Grocery Co wholesale distributors. Phone the Blue Front for prompt delivery.
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Stearne
Porter & Ritter, Graham
A. J. Samovell
G. H. Wade
Payne & Trent
J. L. Crockett
M. W. Smith
A. L. Hawkins
R. E. Lilly
G. E. Bowman
W. P
Local May Election Contest and City News
The May municipal race rises with Republican E Bond likely to stand, despite his reluctance, and Democrat D Howe Johnston poised to head the ticket with J E Crockett tipped for recorder. Kitts expected to be renominated for treasurer as Bluefield reports fewer fires this winter and a drug license dispute over F P Landon sparks protest. A town palm reader operates at Patton House drawing curious crowds.
Miners Insurance Company Chartered in Elkhorn
The secretary of state issues a charter to the Miners Insurance Company of Elkhorn with main works in McDowell county for general insurance and guarantee business. Authorized capital stock is 2000 dollars, all subscribed and 200 paid in. Incorporators include S. E. Stafford W. M. Watts of Elkhorn J. W. Warden of Sheppard T. E. Miller and James S Royer of Thacker.
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Secretary of State
Miners’ Insurance Company
Elkhorn
McDowell County
S. E. Stafford
W. M. Watts
J. W. Warden
Sheppard
T. E. Miller
Jas
S. Royer
Thacker
Nerve and Bone Oil Sold at White's Pharmacy
A large bottle of nerve and bone oil marketed as a cure for rheumatism cuts sores burns and bruises is offered for 25 cents at White's Pharmacy.
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Whiite
J M Cigars Comfort In Hard Times
Poetic verse urging smokers to light J M cigars as solace amid sorrow and war rumors. The speaker defies doctors warnings about smoking and praises the cigars as a bright star in winter and a bloom in spring, offering comfort through smoke.
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J-M
Fragrant Havana Cigar Promises Pleasure and Quality
A marketing line extols a cigar with sweet aroma and long Havana filler, claiming pleasure on first smoke and pure quality. The language suggests a promotional tone emphasizing taste, aroma, and authentic Cuban tobacco.
Surprise Marriage at Roanoke First Baptist Church
A sudden marriage occurred Sunday at the First Baptist parsonage in Roanoke with Rev Thos J Shipman officiating. Charles Ludwig of Thacker West Virginia and Marion Franklin of Elkhorn wed after attending an Academy of Music event and plan to reside in Thacker. Ludwig works for Thacker Coal and Coke Co and Franklin was assistant postmaster at Elkhorn.
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Roanoke
First Baptist Church
Thos. J. Shipman
Charles Ludwig
Thacker
W. Va
Marion Franklin
Elkhorn
Academy of Music
West Virginia
Mr. Ludwig
Thacker Coal and Coke Company
Whacker, W. Va
Miss Franklin
Washington's Birthday Hatchet Party at Townes Home
A February 22 gathering at Mrs. J. E. Townes home celebrated Washington's birthday with a hatchet party. The decorated rooms featured red white and blue motifs, portraits, flags, and hatchets. Prizes were awarded in a musical romance, a six course dinner followed, and Miss Mary Easley performed a colonial recitation. Attending ladies included Mrs. Baylor, Mrs. Barbee, Mrs. Frazier, Mrs. Dupuy, Mrs. Hicks, Mrs. Walters, Mrs. Nash, Mrs. Benbow, Mrs. Killy, Mrs. Williamson, and Mrs Fitzpatrick. hosts assisted by Miss Easley and Miss Stuart.
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Townes
Washington
Barbee
Walters
Mary Easley
Baylor
Frazier
Dupuy
Hicks
Millions Put To Work Dr King’s Life Pills Ad
An advertisement extols Dr King’s New Life Pills for constipation and other digestive ailments. It promotes a 25 cent price at drug stores and urges subscriptions to the Telegraph. Also lists rental space on Mercer Street and new spring clothing from J L Horton, plus a note aboutScratch Pads and TELEGRAPH Office.
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Dr. King
Laundry women wanted for city hotel laundry work
Three experienced women wanted to run a hotel laundry in the city. Apply with address and wage information. Board furnished. Lock box 714 Bluefield West Virginia. Also three new rooms with bath for rent to desirable tenants. Address J. R. this office. 214 tf
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Bluefield
W. Va
J. R
Tax Enforcement Notice From Deputy Sheriff
6 000 tax tickets remain unpaid and the deputy sheriff urges individuals to call and settle to meet urgent demands. Fatal kidney and bladder troubles can be prevented by Foley's Kidney Cure. G H Wade.
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D. G. Liung
Foley
H, Wade
The Official Mourner Profit Scheme Uncovered
A long grotesque tale describes a corporation that used an official mourner to attend funerals among its workers. The ruse generated tears and softened heirs, saving the company millions in damages but eventually collapsed as the ruse became known and the mourner was exposed.
Madame Elrado Clairvoyant at Patton House
A period ad promotes Madame Elrado a natural born clairvoyant and palmist. It claims she reveals truth about love marriages health and fortunes with insights into future spouses and legal matters. The notice notes reduced fees and hours from 9 am to 10 pm and locates her in Rock Masons and Pocahoatesite G. W. Kirkbridge vicinity.
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Patton House
Madame Elrado
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