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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1908
Page
8
Agnes Young of New York appears alive amid conflicting statements in the Harrison pond murder case. Mrs. Frank Hull identified the victim and aided a police alert for possible suspect Charles Meyers, a piano tuner linked to Jersey City and Newark.
Newport R L January 1 1908 New Years greetings and the correct time were flashed from the naval wireless station to passing vessels with wireless apparatus five minutes before midnight and at 12 55 am 1 55 am and 2 05 am The time was flashed from Washington to all naval wireless stations along the coast and then sent to sea so vessels could adjust their chronometers accordingly
A note on the shrew or shrewmouse detailing its global presence, features, habits, and confusion with dangerous folklore. It describes human attempts at curing supposed shrew strikes by burning ash trees and burying shrews, highlighting old superstitions.
A humorous tale about a sailor given a laughing jackass bird by a sea captain. An Irish navvy questions the name and learns it is a bird of man as a pun, replying with a wink that it is the bird of mane. The exchange ends in lighthearted levity.
A Chicago Post quip has a mother seeking a birthday gift for her boy. The tar boarder, known for late mornings, muses with a wry smile asking if a gag or a straitjacket would fit as a solution.
London Bystander argues that to educate a stoic public the British scheme must mix duty with pleasure. It suggests compulsory shooting as a policy but opposes overt edification and favors engaging, vivid presentation to mask the bitter reforms.
Daily Telegraph business office notes latest tally card designs with reasonable prices. 11-14 St Clair and Goolson offer fresh Sweet Milk daily. The text cites a quote by George Eliot on the tide of needs and human claims shaping society.
Richmond reports Dr. Thomas E. Williams of Hanover County perished in a fire that consumed his Peaks area home and its contents. His son and daughter barely escaped while attempting to rescue him.
Bishop Andrews aged 82 dies at his Brooklyn home after a prolonged illness. He was widely known in religious circles across the country and his death had been anticipated by his physician yesterday.
Distinguished Kentucky jurist Judge John Barr died in Louisville at age 82 from pneumonia. The longtime judge and public figure passed away December 31, reported today.
Public notice states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. G. Il. Wade.
Bluefield Water Works and Improvement Co announces metered water charges starting January 1 1908. Property owners without meters may request installation by phone or letter. Also promotes Kodol for stomach troubles as a guaranteed relief purchasable at local druggists.
The stockholders of Flat Top National Bank Bluefield West Virginia will hold their annual meeting in the directors room Tuesday January 14 1908 at eleven o clock to elect directors for the coming year and transact other lawful business R E Bolling Cashier December 14 1907 Also notes a skin disease remedy praising Chamberlains Salve and listing West End Pharmacy East End Pharmacy and Bluefield Pharmacy as sellers.
O Woolever, a top Le Raysville merchant, touts Bucklen's Arm Salve for piles with a 20 year cure claim. Advertises the salve as guaranteed for sores burns and abrasions, price 25 cents at druggists. also notes sweet milk daily and a Telegraph want ad from 12-31-21.
The University of Paris prescribes that candidates for the Doctor of Letters must hold the lower degree of Corresting division, submit theses on distinct topics, answer questions or objections, and pay 140 livres. One thesis must be in Latin, the other in French. If scientific, the thesis is on original research. in theology, examinations are oral and written.
An apprentice dialogue echoes doubts about a sister’s probation and division of roles. Jamie is urged to consider guidance from Mr Tubley and Miss Knox as voices weigh in on the matter. The Adelphia Press citation signals a local discussion of merit and songs.
A garbled old misprint from Misery column discusses a man’s fortune and reach toward Atlanta in fragmented dialect. References Reginald Horace Anxious and a sick man with a coin section appear amid obscure notes.
An old advertisement promotes 356 tablets from Mill Creek Coal and Coke Wad Drug Co and W. J. Peters claiming to keep the family strong and active during the winter season.
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