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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1925
Page
10
News from Pocahontas reports Evangelist Wake conducting a ten day Christian church series. His sermons emphasize deep thought and study, drawing larger attendance each night, with Sunday services selling out the building while inviting all to attend and arrive early for seats.
Advertisement touts Bronchuline Emulsion as a fast cure for persistent coughs. It claims no dope or chloroform and warns against risky substitutes. Purchases encouraged at Bluefield and Fairview area pharmacies.
An advertisement touts Hill's Cold remedy as capable of curing a cold in 24 hours and La Grippe in three days. It claims millions have proven it and that druggists and neighbors guarantee, with promises of removing poisons from colds and restoring vitality to the system.
An unusually engaging B Y P U session in the Baptist church discussed Bible teachings about a church. W E Owens gave an insightful talk, Thelma Whitehead played piano, Beatrice Long sang, and the audience showed strong interest. Next Sunday's lesson covers missions with questions about open air meetings and baptizings in Mexico.
London reports Roy the money box dog at Tuston station has retired to a farm after collecting 15 500 dollars for charity over seven years.
A historic ad claims camphor hydrastis witch hazel and ete in Lavoptix eye wash ease strained or sore eyes. One small bottle helps any case and an aluminum eye cup is provided free with purchase at The White Pharmacy and Central Pharmacy.
The weekly midweek letter in Poca is praised for its warm reception and potential as a permanent feature. Merchants are urged to use it for Saturday specials and organizations are advised to appoint reporters to cover their groups. Every resident should have something printed about them at least once this year.
Pythian lodges in Virginia must amend their by-laws per recent legislation from the Toronto and Danville conventions. Pocahontas lodge No. 60 appointed a committee including W. K Owens chairman J. R. Young Rev Jno Szechy and Lank Smith to redraft and submit recommendations at tonight's convention.
A large Pocahontas delegation traveled in ten or twelve cars to Bluefield Virginia on Tuesday night for a revival conducted by Dr. Coale who recently held a revival in Pocahontas. The gathering showed many friends and admirers for the evangelist.
The regular meeting of the Poca hontas sewing club was held at the home of Mrs. C. C. Gentry on Saturday night. It was one of the most enjoyable gatherings with a large attendance and entertaining features that kept members engaged.
Mrs Gentry noted for hospitality as a gathering of J A Ver non L G Crain Lank Smith Carlisle Gentry Alton Linkens A Wallace W W Miller T W McCain W B Hildreth Stuart Mitchell met. Refreshments included salads and sandwiches after the session.
A rock slide near the Big Colliery halted Sunday's train to Boissevain as a large rock mass struck the locomotive area. No serious injuries were reported, but passengers were shaken and the service was delayed while crews cleared the debris.
The bureau expresses frustration at persistent inclement weather and a longing for sun. Officials admit weariness from daily slips and a need to recover, hoping for clearer skies and better conditions soon.
In Bluestone Henry Bird's child had a finger severed by a knife wielded by a five year old sister during play. The blade slipped as the elder tried to take it away. Dr. Alexander treated the wound and the child is recovering well.
Mrs. Florence Bowen of Bramwell was seen among shoppers in Pocahontas on Saturday. Mrs. Jas. A. Tabor of Bluefield visited friends and relatives in Pocahontas and nearby areas during the early part of the week.
Mrs J H Frances of Winslow Ky testifies her daughter suffered inward trouble for three years and worsened in the last three months. She credits Sorbol with recovery after using the product. The ad mentions availability at local drug stores Goodykoontz Drug Co Graham Pharmacy and Bluefield Virginia.
The weekly bureau lists Mrs B K Tabor of Boissevain with pneumonia, Walter Dalton with appendicitis, Mrs Chas Berbert and Geo Griffiths daughter with influenza, Geo R Scott mine foreman with tonsillitis and influenza, Mrs Russel Winecoff improving, Mrs Thos Tinsley recovering from what resembled ptomaine poisoning.
The colored Baptists of Pocahontas expect a large turnout Sunday for services featuring Mrs. M. L. Pannelle, president of the state missionary and educational convention, who will give an inspirational address at each service.
Mrs Roby Fern of Big Vein was rushed to St Luke's hospital Bluefield Tuesday morning for an appendicitis operation. She is reported out of danger and improving.
A teenage girl holds ownership of one of the city’s sizable omnibus fleets in London, making her a notable figure in public transport circles. The fleet includes numerous buses operating across several routes in the capital.
An ad touts Joint-Base as a fast acting remedy for lameness and pain in joints. It promises deep penetration to ligaments and tendons with instant absorption and claims benefits for congestion and neuralgia as a powerful counter irritant. Local pharmacies Bluefield East End and Fairview sell it.
Social notes list McDowell A Wartels and son E Ward s of New York visiting Eugene H Lopinsky while real estate circles in Welch see activity. Local officials and businessmen from Excelsior Bradshaw Jaeger Bluefield Princeton Kyle Mullins and Eckman stop by Welch on various trips.
Young men of Eckman entertain with a dance at Eckman Community Hall from 9 to 2 with Lou Harrow’s Orchestra providing music. Invitations issued after late arrangements.
The American Legion Auxiliary held its regular social meeting in the Memorial building with twenty new members reported. Newly elected officers installed by retiring president Mrs. R. J. Carnes include Gail T. Dodgeon as president and I C Turin as vice president, with J B Fitzgerald chaplain H L Freeman secretary and Lee Bahar treasurer. Visiting members pledged support.
Edinburgh reports William L. King aged 19 is held for trial on the charge of poisoning his mother, wife of a wealthy accountant. The case centers on accusations of poisoning motives in the family.
J. Thompson, colored, was sentenced to two years in the state prison by Judge James A. Strother after a plea of guilty to attempted murder in the first degree. Constable W. R. Allen testified Thompson fired a pistol as officers arrived to serve an arson warrant at Thompson's home.
The Ohio Valley Retail Furniture Association will hold its annual convention in Cincinnati from March 2 to 6. About fifteen hundred dealers from Ohio West Virginia Kentucky and Indiana are expected to attend. A mid season market with two hundred Midwestern manufacturers will be open only to retailers. The event aims to restore Cincinnati as a leading furniture market.
New York January 21 The New York State Athletic Commission ruled Mickey Walker will receive a six months suspension in this state with immediate effect and retroactive application. Boxers Bobby Barrett Jack Malone and their manager are to be reinstated. Lew Tendler and Jack Zivic will be banned for facing Walker or Tendler in recent bouts.
Maria Blasco wife of Vincente Blasco Ibanez the Spanish author now in France died in Valencia Spain today authorities said in a dispatch arriving from Valence dated January 21.
A jury acquitted Captain Bud Aliff yesterday on a murder charge stemming from the December shooting of Pete Hensley after Hensley killed Jack Price over a debt. Judge Counts urged release, citing justification. Aliff, a Norfolk and Western conductor, shot Hensley as the latter fired at him during an attempted escape.
Dublin reports the Londonderry dock strike led to eleven deaths as workers unable to buy food take their own lives, highlighting severe famine like conditions during the protest.
Pittsburg Jan 21 The case of Ira Irving Carnegie constable charged with inciting to riot over the August 25 1923 Carnegie clash between townspeople and parading Ku Klux Klansmen in which one klansman was killed was given to the jury in criminal court A sealed verdict will be returned tomorrow morning if the jury reaches an agreement overnight
Huntington W V January 21 hope for final settlement in the Boone county clash between Coal River Colleries Co and the United Mine Workers emerges as J T Dunigan and Henry T Porter prepare to join a Friday conference in Cleveland with AFL leaders. UMW protests label the policy a direct blow to unionism while company officials push for the American plan.
Texarkana Ark January 21 Roy A Cox oil promoter plans to begin a three year term for mail fraud at Leavenworth. He reserved a drawing room on a train and said after doctor bills he may have little money left and will ride to the prison gates in comfort using a taxicab at Leavenworth.
Welch High School split a double bill at Elkhorn Hi with Elkhorn teams on Wednesday night. The Welch boys beat Elkhorn 29 to 9 while Welch girls won 24 to 18. Eichert starred for Welch girls with all field goals. Slate and Emonds led Elkhorn girls.
James W. Cadoo, who pleaded guilty last Saturday to holding up a Long Island mail train and obtaining $10,000, changed his plea to not guilty in Brooklyn federal court. In default of $75,000 bail he was returned to jail. He was represented by an attorney retained by his father, George J. Cadoo.
Directors of the Republic Iron and Steel Company declared a quarterly dividend of 4 thirds per cent on the preferred stock payable April 1 to holders of record March 9. The action was taken early due to anticipated director absences in February and March.
Huntington, W V Jan 21 Wheeling chosen as the site for the 1926 West Virginia Clothiers and Furnishers Association convention at the closing session. Officers elected include George H Wright president C L Kauffman and William Melet vice presidents and David H Kahn John W Boone Ben Nathan William H Weir Max Crone and Frank Smart as directors. The West Virginian Men's Apparel Club also announced its officers and directors Led by Harold J Shutt president and a slate of national officers and directors.
The jury in the Weehawken conspiracy to violate the federal prohibition act case could not reach an agreement after being sent out at 3:07 pm and was locked up for the night at 11:15 pm. The panel includes ten Weehawken conspirators and two civilians.
New sweaters for sport wear feature brilliant orange green and blue shades with a high roll over collar.
Thousands troubled by nocturnal coughing can sleep through the night with a simple remedy. King's New Discovery is recommended, taken as a teaspoonful before bed and held in the throat, soothing irritation and loosening phlegm to stop coughing quickly.
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