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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1925
Page
2
A compilation of small notices including coal prices and contacts, tax notices, dance events at Perry Building and Shrine Temple, a hairdresser ad, Masonic lodge notice, watermelon shipment, a homecoming at West Graham Methodist, court docket update from Princeton, new Hupmobile display, and obituaries for Robert J. Pearlman and Mrs Gus Karadimas.
Federal authorities arrested Eugene Constantin of Tulsa Oklahoma on charges of defrauding the U S government by avoiding about 492 565 69 in income taxes for 1919 and 1921 A filed information states he refused to pay penalties and links his wealth from oil banking and refining to his rise from Louisiana fields via New Orleans to West Tulsa and the Constantin Refinery Company which later entered receivership and defaulted a 5 000 000 bond issue
Martin's Ferry Ohio July 8 Hearing on misconduct in office charges against Chief Edward Hy lan adjourned until tomorrow morning on defense motion. Patrolman Elwood Rothermund denied prosecution testimony while defense witnesses refuted claims of bootlegger payments and protection schemes.
News reached here of the death at Knoxville Tenn of Mrs. J Q Hicks sister of J R Murphy of this city Murphy had gone to Knoxville Tuesday to be at his sister s bedside Mrs Hicks had long suffered from diabetes Her husband and relatives have the deepest sympathy of friends in their bereavement.
Hidden beneath Lake Antrona waters for nearly nine centuries, a submerged village reappears as the lake level falls revealing ancient houses and structures once thought lost to history.
Berlin and major German exchanges including Frankfurt Cologne Hamburg Dresden and Hanover suspend trading amid government delays on a revaluation policy for state paper mark loans. The plan offers two and a half percent for new issues and five percent for old subscribers, a split debated by exchange members and experts.
New York July 8 The Mining and Metallurgical Society of America reports U S oil fields probably peaked in 1923 and will enter a slow decline as consumption grows faster than supply The Beach pool in California and the Smackover pool in Arkansas are now the only fields at or above 100 000 barrels per day and a new record output in 1928 would require large undiscovered pools or new sands to peak within one year
The Christian Endeavor Society of the First Christian Church plans a one day effort to clear overgrowth at a neglected cemetery. Volunteers will fence the grounds, mow grass, and share a midday picnic with a watermelon feast at 6:80 p.m. Participants should bring gloves and lunch, and all are invited to contribute some time.
In Dante Virginia on July 8 the Clinchiland Coal Corporation hosted Independence Day activities for employees. The day featured a Kingsport band arrival, a first aid contest with fourteen teams, a unique judging system, and a fireworks display. Mine No. 6 led the first aid results, with Dante mines earning several top places through a long competition. A Dante Fortae ball game closed the day with a hard fought 3-2 victory.
A National Coal Association report shows bituminous coal mined in the week ended July 4 at 7.4 million net tons, down from the prior week due to Independence Day and a July 3 slowdown. Government data for June 20 and June 27 show 8.4 million and 8.679 million net tons respectively, with current production slightly above the March 1 to May 31, 1926 consumption pace.
Post election mood in city as winner and loser supporters accept results. Normalizing business conditions and city streets replace earlier tensions. Public interest turns to anticipated appointments before the new city administration takes office in August.
An advertisement by H. Berryman promotes cleaning and pressing men’s suits for one dollar at his new plant. The week-long offer aims to attract customers with delivery next week for suits received in the last three days. Additionally W. O. Peebles will be at his shop next week cleaning and repairing hats with a forthcoming Telegraph notice.
Miss Dora Landish led the Junior Town Chautauqua Club gathering in the tent on Wednesday morning. The meeting was described as very interesting and plans were announced for an engaging play Thursday afternoon.
A fragment describes a folk saying about a digestant that helps aging bodies by aiding digestion and restoring energy, urging a glass with each meal. The text reads as a rustic, promotional line emphasizing health for old stomachs and veins.
An advertisement offers Shivar Pure Digestive Aromatics with Shivar Mineral Water and Ginger. It promises a refund on the first dozen if not delighted and provides Bluefield Grocery Co wholesale distributors contact for supply issues.
A diner grows irritated as a waiter remains slow. The patron orders coffee and tells the server to drop by occasionally alone while away.
Pocahontas welcomed Senator Mapp as he contemplates the gubernatorial nomination. He mingled with voters Tuesday afternoon and his affable manner and address won support. Mrs. Mapp joined the visit, drawing cordial reception. Pocahontas is seen as a Mapp stronghold with a likely large majority.
Deerfoot Tribe No 117 L O R M installed its new officers for the term ending December 31 with J E Deaton as sachem W E Owens Jr as Sagamore J R Young Jr as Sagamore and C W Butt pro the remainder to be filled by appointment from the new sachem who has a list of chiefs.
Pocahontas followed Bluefields city election results with keen interest. Citizens focus on W. R. Graham and Jno. Roberts both former mayors of Pocahontas noted for efficient administration.
A Fourth of July in Pocahontas ends quietly with six shooting incidents. Two African American men were wounded in the extra long celebration and are recovering in jail under police custody. Chief Rutherford notes injuries were not fatal.
Mrs. Mabel Columbus is congratulated by Pocahontas friends for winning a large cash prize in a crossword contest conducted by the Ohio State Journal. Judge Jao W. Owens and family are mentioned. Dor visits her parents. The note recalls Clyde Owens and Mrs. Grenwalt’s prior prize.
Local church announces preaching by Rev. Virgil Lowder of Bluefield next Sunday at 11 o'clock. Community notices list visitors and travels of dozens of Pocahontas residents and friends across Virginia and West Virginia. Facilities, family names, and towns such as Seven Mile Ford Oak Hill Bluefield Bristol Athens and Honaker appear in the society brief.
A London motor car driver was ordered to pay 5000 to a cyclist who was struck after the driver said automobiles could not be expected to yield to bicycles. The ruling frames bicycle rights in road use disputes and underscores safety expectations for drivers.
A sudden storm disrupts a Jess Pech lecture drawing a large crowd. The humorist remains cheerful engaging children, lifting a boy to the platform and recounting popular tales including the Snuff Stricken Reader as lights flicker during the power outage.
In South Bluefield property owners still bail water from basements after last Friday's storm. Gravely Ridge runoff flooded Union street near a new house for Fred Sutherland as eight day old concrete basement wall failed under pressure. City workers clear debris and restore catch basins.
The text outlines a family dinner menu with dates and a light noon meal, including breakfast items like omelets and cereal, and a suggested luncheon and dinner lineup. It then details a baked hash recipe using round steak, onions, potatoes, milk, salt, pepper, bread crumbs, and buttered crumbs, baked slowly then uncovered to brown.
A sun and wind remedy for freckles promises free trial if ineffective. Consumers are urged to obtain an ounce of Othine double strength from any drugstore, with multiple applications claimed to clear the complexion. The ad stresses a money back guarantee if freckles persist.
The Day in Washington notes a deficit figure for the last twelve months, detailing financial shortfalls and projected trends for the federal balance. Officials warn of ongoing impacts on programs and budgeting amid variable revenue.
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph prints a statement from City Directors John Roberts and W R W. T. vowing to serve all citizens and to vindicate their actions against prior political attacks. They seek cooperation from good citizens to ensure moral and economic management of city affairs.
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