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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
4
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph comments on officials and officials’ pay, a caution about a blooming peach tree, criticism of General Funston’s handling of the Goldfield episode, and speculation on Mr. Shaw’s possible presidential bid. It mentions New York tunnels and Alaska Yukon exposition, plus the General Land Office seeking higher funding to cover costs.
An opinion piece blames the Boyertown Pa theatre fire that killed about 160 for national recklessness. It cites a combustible building, explosive tank, and coal oil footlights as unsafe, urges legal and cultural reforms to protect life.
The piece reports the probable engagement between Miss Gladys Vanderbilt and a Hungarian count. It notes a title and $10,000,000 may frame the union, amid possible objections from Vanderbilt family elders and rumors of delays.
The article notes Miss Vanderbilt's upcoming marriage amid public scrutiny across the nation. It contrasts public interest with historical alliances and questions whether she should pursue a match abroad or within the family circle given her status and the country’s economic spotlight.
The article notes about 650000 people in Chicago suffer from the flu and influenza related deaths are rising with 168 of 726 deaths last week attributed to influenza and pneumonia. It cites a New York physician urging rest and warmth, quinine for all on waking, limited remedies, sunlight, fresh air, and early physician consultation to prevent severe progression.
South Carolina delayed fare cuts but the Southern railroad now announces a post May 1 reduction to 2 cents. The New York Tribune praises the state for conservatism and fair treatment of capital, while the Philadelphia Record wonders if corporations have souls and cautions that legal fare reductions could ruin them.
An advisory warns against mercury based remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. The internally taken remedy claims to act on blood and mucous surfaces, with testimonials available and bottles sold by druggists.
La grippe coughs are dangerous as they frequently develop into pneumonia. Foley's Honey and Tar stops the cough and heals and strengthens the lungs, so no serious results need be feared. The genuine product has no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package. For sale by G. H Wade.
The Chicago Tribune tallies 4518 Republican leaders and lawmakers with Taft leading in first choice votes. The Post's House straw poll mixes various congressmen and staffers, showing Taft ahead overall with substantial support for Hughes Fairbanks Cannon Knox and Pattee in differing first and second choices.
Hon. William H. Hearne of Ohio county asks Republican voters in the Northern Panhandle to inquire into his qualifications for governor. He requests information from any citizen regardless of the politics of the person solicited.
Hyomei is promoted as a germ killer for catarrh claiming proximity to all airways. The White Pharmacy guarantees refund if Hyomei does not benefit the sufferer, stating there is no risk in testing its healing powers.
A leading druggist risked the Hyomei sale to prove its satisfaction guarantee and asks readers to judge the value for themselves.
The product Foley's Honey and Tar is announced as not containing opiates or harmful drugs and is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults. It is available for sale by G. H. Wade, druggist.
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