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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
1
News from Victoria, July 2, reports a storm wrecking boats at Batavia with over 600 deaths. Immensely overloaded vessels capsized in the harbor as passengers cried for help and sharks preyed on those in the water. During the week after the incident 359 corpses were recovered.
The steamer brings word of extensive casualties after a pro Japanese society faced slaughter by Korean insurgents. Japanese officials report 1 000 Koreans of the Chin Hoi society murdered as the conflict widens.
In Arlington Hall New York representatives of the Socialist Labor Party meeting to nominate a anti Debs ticket for president. Daniel De Leon is ineligible due to birth in another country while several names are discussed but no definitive choice made.
Asheville delegates gather for the Young People's Missionary conference opening at Kenilworth Inn tomorrow. The ten day event draws hundreds from across the country with platform talks Bible lectures mission study classes life work meetings and music. Several returning missionaries will speak. Diamond Bros fireworks prize and local ads follow.
Washington reports a Tajft led plan to use Vorys Hitch cock and others without one sole leader. Elmer Dover may become chairman, Jim Sherman faces a long trip to Washington, and Taft aims a three‑man camp with a harmonious Chicago New York effort. Local debt case notes and Maine politics close the page.
The passage notes it is time to honor the old man from Minnesota and Littlefield states the candidate is well qualified for the position.
Five train service groups on the Norfolk and Western invite all families to a Fourth of July picnic at the park. Baskets may be left at specified locations for transport to the grounds. admission is free and open to all. A parade will start from the Mercer Street Bridge.
Blue Ribbon Lemon or Vanilla extracts praised as perfect flavoring for any purchase. Diamond Ross offers these extracts with a claim of top quality and satisfaction.
Denver, July 2. Delegates clash over a resolution honoring President Cleveland. Bryan supporters fear the New York measure would inflame factional tensions and target Judge Gray’s presidential hopes. Gray backers argue for unity and a broad tribute.
Utica July 2 A large non partisan homecoming welcomed Congressman James B Shermen back from illness. Citizens cheered as his train arrived with bands, fireworks and chimes. The event underscored broad public support and personal relief at his recovery.
Thousands gathered beside the New York Central station as Mr. Sherman stepped from the train looking pale yet able to travel. A long parade formed and escorted the candidate to his home, stretching about a mile.
Denver prepares for the Democratic convention with snow from the continental divide to cool the hall. Workers place errols of snow around the rail to improve air and offer a novelty for visitors. Officials expect substantial turnout and promise well organized care for all guests.
The annual Wisconsin state reunion and convention of the United Spanish War Veterans opens with solid attendance. Officers for the year will be elected and delegates chosen to represent Wisconsin at the national encampment in Boston next September.
Denver Colorado was selected by the NEA board of directors as the site for the association's next annual convention. Final action awaits the board's December session. Denver beat Atlantic City Chicago and Seattle in the vote.
A Missouri Pacific fast train from St Louis collided with a St Louis to Kansas City train two miles east of Knobnoster Missouri at 5 30 this morning. Nine people were killed all aboard the Kansas City bound train and at least fifty were injured.
A gas explosion at the Rikovsky mine in Yusovo Euronean Russia caused many deaths and injuries. One hundred fifty seven bodies recovered with death toll expected to reach around two hundred. Seventy three rescued alive but many in serious condition. ten died after extraction. Troops called in to maintain order.
Murat Halstead long known as a vigorous editor and magazine writer died at his home in Cincinnati. He was 79 years old.
Cooperstown reports Bishop Potter near death with his vitality dwindling as of July 2 and July 3. The family remains at his bedside through the night, awaiting any sign of improvement or further decline.
Pedigo's offers Old Glory flags in multiple sizes along with ribbons and bunting. Be patriotic and decorate for celebrations with their selection.
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