Youth Shot by Teasing Him Stuns Vivian Community
At Bottom Creek Coal and Coke Company works in Vivian, Louis Snell shot and killed Pennington after a tickling dispute turned violent. Snell, about 19, fled and remained at large as officers pursued him. Pennington died ten minutes after being shot. Pennington recently boarded at Snell’s mother’s home and had been drinking. both men were new arrivals in Vivian.
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Bottom Creek Coal and Coke Company
Vivian
Boyden
Pennington
Louis Snell
Snell
Young Snell
Bluefield
McAllister
Bottom Creek
Scarcity of Telegraph Operators Harms Railroads
Railroads face a serious nationwide issue as the nine hour law for telegraph operators strains capacity. Shortage of qualified operators threatens schedules and efficiency across lines.
Physicians Discuss Cooper Theory In New Orleans
The New Orleans Item reports heated medical debate over L. T. Cooper's theory that the stomach causes most ill health and his proprietary medicines. Some doctors praise observed liver and kidney relief in patients, while others doubt the medicines yet acknowledge public interest. The White Pharmacy endorses and sells Cooper preparations as widely effective in the United States.
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New Orleans
L. T. Cooper
Cooper
L.am
United States
Railroads face operator shortages and telephone expansion
The article notes a scarcity of skilled railroad operators amid rising costs and new nine hour limits. It predicts broader telephone use, with smaller offices closed and only chief dispatchers kept in yards, where telephones are already heavily relied upon or used exclusively.
Healings and weight regained promised in drug ad
An advertisement claims thousands are healed each year and promises guaranteed results for cough and lung trouble with drug scene products. It mentions restoration to normal weight of 170 pounds and offers trial bottles free, with 50c and $1.00 options.
Remarkable Recovery From Stomach Trouble Cited
Mrs John Lowe of Cooper Maine credits Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with curing a two year stomach illness after using twelve bottles. The product is sold at East End Drug Co East End Pharmacy and Bluefield Pharmacy.
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Chamberlain
John Lowe
Cooper
Maine
Est End Drug Co
East End
Bluefield
Cured of Lung Trouble in Kershaw Man’s Remarkable Cure
C. O. Floyd of Kershaw South Carolina says eleven years ago he narrowly escaped consumption after weight fell to 136 pounds and coughing at all hours. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery for his recovery after about six months of use.
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C. O. Floyd
Kershaw
S.C
Simple Remedy for La Grippe Coughs
Foley's Honey and Tar stops coughs and heals the lungs preventing serious illness. The genuine remedy contains no harmful drugs and is sold by G. H Wade in the yellow parcel. Refuse substitutes.
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G. H Wade
Dr Thos EB Peery Out of City Until February
Dr. Thos EB Peery will be away from the city and unavailable until February 1, leaving duties temporarily unstaffed while he is absent.
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Thos. EB. Peery
Dawson backs Swisher for Republican nomination in West Virginia
Governor Dawson endorses Charles Wesley Swisher for the governorship nomination over State Auditor Arnold C. Scherr and W. H. Hearne. The move is called a political sensation with potential to boost Swisher while hurting rivals and shaping the race.
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Charles Brooks Smith
West Virginia
Ttsbufre Dispatch
Dawson
Republic
Charles Wesley Swisher
Arnold C. Scherr
W. H. Hearne
Swisher
Scherr
Hearne
Secretary of State
Darertin Dawson
Smallpox Case Reported in Norton Virginia
Norton Virginia health officer Dr. R P Carr reports about ten to fifteen mild smallpox cases in the last two months with strict quarantine on exposed individuals. He says only one mild case remains after more than three weeks and defends the community against reports of broader outbreaks.
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Norton
Robert Patrick Carr
Contagious Sale Notice Sells Foley’s Honey and Tar
An 1890s sale notice announces Foley’s Honey and Tar remedies offered by G. H. Wade, druggist, after a disturbance at a congregation. The item reflects period commerce and advertising phrasing.
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Foley
G. H. Wade
Roanoke Labor Committees Elect Leaders at Norfolk & Western
Three unions of the Norfolk and Western system meet in Roanoke with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, Brotherhood of Conductors, and Trainmen electing chairs. Cash heads the committee for a third term, Doak is vice chair, and Menefee also seats again. The groups plan limited talks with officials on wage and time issues, focusing on better benefits for the railroad.
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Roanoke
Norfolk & Western Sysem
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Brotherhood of Conductors
St. James
Ae. Cash
W. N. Doak
Seretty Menefee
Hagerstown
Nb Norfolk & Western
Norfolk & Western
Sesson
Coup de Jarnac and Early Steam Pioneers Across History
The piece traces the historic coup de Jarnac in 1447 a decisive duel stroke that reshaped swordplay lore and notes the duel’s revival in St Quentin. It then surveys steam history from Hero of Alexandria to James Watt highlighting early steam engines and practical applications in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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Gui Jhabot
St. Germain
Tarnac
la Chateignerale
Jarnac
St. Quentin
Alexandria
Nye
Marquis of Worcester
James Watt
No, Maude Daryl Rejects Suit of Luck Bringer
Maude Daryl refuses marriage to George Winterbottom who carries a luck horseshoe. He argues the lion’s efficacy, then collapses in the cold autumn night in an Exchange dialogue.
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Mr. Winterbottom
Maude Daryl
George Winterbottom
Big White Sale at Pedigo's Today
An ad style notice highlights a big White Sale at Pedigo's for today January 16 1931. It also includes testimonials about electric bitters curing back and kidney troubles with a Beck Tennessee source and a general drug store guarantee.
Mining Stocks Investment Inquiry and Free Report Offer
A Pittsburg Mining Review notice offers to evaluate active mining stocks and provide a free report to help potential investors. It invites submissions of mining investments under consideration and promotes a subscription trial priced at $1 per copy, with regional edition options.
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Pittsburg Mining Review
Union Bank Edg
Pittsburg
How to Avoid Appendicitis and a Constipation Remedy
An old advertisement notes appendicitis prevention through addressing chronic constipation. It promotes Orinod Laxative Fruit Syrup as a mild cure that stimulates the liver and bowels, restoring natural bowel action, and claims it does not nauseate or gripe. Available from G. H. Wade, druggist.
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G. H. Wade
Luxurious Union Station Hotel Promotes Summer Season
A refined hotel advertises remodeling and comfort with rapid access to Union Station in 20 minutes and to the Capitol 20 minutes. It notes proximity to White House and Executive Buildings, Metropolitan Club, Shops, Theatres, and a 45 minute reach to Saratoga. Wayside Inn at Lake Luzerne, Adirondacks, N Y is featured with a booklet available from proprietor Clifford M Lewis.
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Union Station
Capital
White House
Metropolitan Club
Wayside Inn
Lake Luzerne
N. Y
Adirondacks
Switzerland
Bluefield Masonic and Knights of Pythias Meeting Times
Bluefield Lodge No. 280 meets every Tuesday pm at Red Men's Hall. Stated Communications of Bluefield Lodge No. 85 on the 3rd and 4th Tuesdays at Masonic Hall on Bland Street. Bluefield Lodge No. 153 Knights of Pythias meets nightly at 8:00 pm in Castle Hall Red Men's Building. Visiting Knights invited.
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Bluefield Lodge
C.F
Bluefield Lodge No
A. F
A. M
Masonic Hall
Bland Street
Bluefield Lodge No. 153
Knights of Pythias
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Bottom Creek Coal
Tradian Company
E. M. Lesler
Columbus
Ohio
Princeton Ave
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Bluefield, W
Swisner
Nortonse
R. P. Carr, M
Bluefielder
W.N. Doak
Brotherhood of Trainmen
Mr. C
Tyrol
J. R. Blankenship
Beck, Tenn
Free Mining Reports
Matoaka
Virginian Railway
Phaite
Deepwater
Checapeaks
Norfolk and Western Ry
Norfolk
Virginia
Steinway
Tiieiff
Pactory
C. W. Whitmore
Lynchburg
Richmond 17Th and
H Street
Washington, D.C
American Plain
Dr. King
Robet Society News
Miller & Son
WM. T. Jenkins
W. Va
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