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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1908
Page
1
In Birmingham Alabama on December 31 saloons closed as prohibition began in counties with local option results. Fifty counties shut saloons. seventeen counties still permit liquor for one more year. One year hence the entire state will be under prohibition by statute.
A bill was filed in the U S circuit court seeking to declare the Georgia prohibition law unconstitutional. Judge Newman took the matter under advisement and will decide tomorrow. No injunction was requested, so Georgia went dry tonight without court interference.
Inspector James Martin died suddenly at age 56 in Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania. The report notes his service as sheriff of Luzerne County beginning in September 1897 and details his death on the night of December 31.
County sheriff led deputies who fired on striking miners marching to a nearby mine to quit work and join their ranks. Twelve were killed and six wounded. The sheriff and his posse were arrested, and the ensuing trial became a landmark case in the nation’s history. All defendants were ultimately acquitted.
R G Dun Co cites withdrawal of 125 million dollars from large trust companies as a key factor that turned 1907 from rising prosperity to financial disturbance. The review says easier money and renewed confidence are needed for normal conditions, noting notable insolvencies but overall signs of improvement since October.
Adjutant General P. P. Johnson reports after inspecting Italian government tobacco warehouses in western Kentucky that there is no further danger of outrage or property destruction. He credits Governor Wilson's firm stance on enforcing the law, which restores confidence and is expected to lead to convictions of night riders.
In Madisonville Kentucky on December 31 observers foresee a coal miners strike in the twenty third district. Both sides anticipate conflict as organizers work the field and a large relief fund is reportedly sent to the district. Most miners are non union and operators refuse union talks. The district hosts the state’s largest mines.
An explosion of gas and coal at the Bernal mine in Carthage Socorro county New Mexico kills nine miners and injures several others. Bodies recovered from the mine vast ruins and the explosion scatters victims up to 500 yards away. Authorities say no cause is yet determined and rescuers continue amid toxic gases.
In Berlin the Harden von Moltke libel suit advances with the state attorney recounting a death threat received if Harden’s verdict was unfavorably against him. Von Moltke testifies he resigned from the army over published articles. Defense argues Harden spoke truth and should not be punished.
The Wi borg Hanna Lumber Company asked for a receiver in Cincinnati on December 31. The assets are $375,000 and liabilities $250,000.
West Virginia expected to be fair on Wednesday with improving conditions. Thursday brings partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures as a front passes.
A request offers 50 cents per copy to obtain a complete file of the Daily Telegraph for January 1st and July 21st, 1907. Reply with address to R Daily Telegraph.
In Beattyville Kentucky Chief of Police Joe Davidson and merchant Robert Evans killed each other following a long standing feud. Davidson was intoxicated and confronted Evans in Evans Store at seven pm after Evans asked him to leave. both men died in the exchange with Davidson shot in the head and Evans fatally wounded by two shots. Evans leaves a large family.
Six Aetna Standard mills at Bridgeport near Wheeling will restart in early January. River side plant of National Tube in Benwood WV plans full operation January 6. Laughlin Tin Plate units at Martins Ferry and other plants also reopen. Officials expect about 65 000 idle workers to regain jobs by mid January.
DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve advertised as a product available from all druggists.
The era favors assertive employment seekers over polls or influence. In the want column, business men seek candidates who embrace proactive advertising, showing belief in modern outreach to secure positions.
Washington reports state committee members from all districts led by Harry Woodyard will decide whether to hold one or two conventions in 1908. The piece notes support for Taft, Cannon, and Scott factions, with key figures from Wheeling to Clarksburg shaping the plan and timing.
Charles N. Schmick president and W. H. Schmick cashier of the defunct Fleet National Bank of Leetonia Ohio were arrested by federal authorities on charges of wrecking the bank. Assets were 200000 and liabilities 275000 with half of assets claimed to be worthless paper. The son allegedly made false entries and the father is accused of aiding and abetting.
Two Austrian laborers found dead in an empty West Shore box car at Akron Junction. Sheriff at the scene gathering statements. no money found on the victims. no clues yet to the murderers.
Massillon Ohio December 31 George Roberts and his son George were killed instantly by a heavy slate fall in a mine owned by J H Somers Co near East Greenville. Three other miners were entombed but later rescued.
Brussels reports the death of M Detros who served as premier and minister of the interior of Belgium. The former leader died today in Brussels.
Georgetown Kentucky December 31 The Powers murder trial against Caleb Powers moves toward verdict with four closing speeches delivered and two remaining. Major W C Owen opens defense closing at 8:40 tomorrow morning followed by Franklin at 1 30 with ten minutes. Victor F Bradley spoke for the defense criticizing prior jury challenges and recounting the rifle brought into court.
A massive explosion at the stock exchange in the Forum area of Rome injures twenty clerks and destroys parts of the building. Police consider a gas leak likely, while some officials suggest a bomb, though no conclusive evidence supports either theory.
Alfred A. Spink editor and president of the Louis World was shot by employee Victor Groves after a quarrel with Spink's son William. Groves surrendered to police, liquor alleged to influence the incident. Spink, 63, long journalist and prize fight referee, critically injured.
Paris reports that Jean Francois Edmond Guyot, named crew minister of justice, died of apoplexy during the morning senate session.
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