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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1912
Page
4
Partial OCR reads late purebird of application and second close matter at Powell West Virginia. Details incomplete. cannot confirm full scope or parties involved.
A compact reflection contrasts temperament with rigid maxims and notes the sorrowful crown of memory As Disraeli and Tennyson are cited the piece frames fate and character through quotes and verse excerpts
A satirical column notes Congress members reportedly work in shirt sleeves with suspenders showing, prompting questions about formality in public life and a compare with pulpit attire. The piece questions whether lawmakers should push for speed over decorum.
The document outlines limited U S intervention in Cuba to protect persons and property if the Cuban government cannot maintain order, with President Gomez seeking formal requests before action. It notes risks of misinterpretation, praises naval displays at Key West, and contrasts U S stance with Mexico while emphasizing support if the Cuban government fails to quell revolt.
A fragmentary collection notes Harvard income of two million dollars and speculative spending by students. It mentions New York waiters striking yet streets remain walkable without tipping police. It references Cuban revolution stages and a claim about back pain from rheumatism cured by Chamberlain's Liniment.
Tomato plants of all varieties and pepper and beet plants offered at 1.00 per 100. Cabbage plants 50 cents per 100. Also available are potted plants and cut flowers with funeral designs and bouquets as a specialty. Phone 385.
A compact explanation of the skin’s protective role against bacteria. It notes that most germs enter through the mouth and nose and that even a single skin tear can compromise defense. The piece compares the body to a city wall and stresses the skin’s vital barrier function.
The board grants a saloon license to port on the right of the Appalachian Power Company, with a report due next regular meeting. O. V. Hefner appears prompting new ordinances on pure beer and heating firms. A sewer note from Norfolk & Western is referred to the mayor. Walnut street work and manure box rules for stables are debated and passed. An anti stray dog ordinance is approved. City sanitation concerns urge cleanup and vacant lots work. Several property grade complaints are referred to officials. Tyler street macadamizing introduced, Ramsey street search noted. Concrete sidewalk from Grant street to Wayne intersection ordered. Blasting complaints on south Bland street discussed after death certificates. Police resignation of R. L. Taylor to Baldwin-Felts noted. Meeting adjourned to 4 PM due to ball game attendance.
The Virginian Railway Company lists April 1912 coal shipments by company, with totals for each entity including Pemberton Coal and Coke, Winding Gulf Colliery, White Coal Co, MacAlpin Coal, Gulf Coal, New River Collieries, and Kanawha Glen Jean, among others. An advertisement for Chamberlain's Liniment promotes rheumatism relief, urging daily topical use.
Notice calls taxpayers to call and pay their 1911 taxes on this payday to avoid interest. The ad notes I. A. Hoover and mentions a busy store advertising.
The Bland Street Methodist church hosted a Sunday school program by Bluefield kindergarten pupils directed by Miss Blanche Miller. Children aged three to seven performed piano pieces and drew sketches, with a notable original song "Frogeies singing school" by Miss Miller.
A homemaker writes about caring for tender damaged nails from constant water exposure. Advice covers gloves and grease protection, cleansing baths with castile soap and benzoin jelly, olive or Vaseline applications, regular washing routines, and the use of soft towels. Also suggests loose gloves and soft leather for nail support.
The Mercer County Republican Executive Committee schedules a meeting in Princeton West Virginia on Friday June 7 1912 at 1 00 p m to canvass votes cast and certify returns of the June 4 1912 primary and to handle other committee business Isaac T Mann chairman J N Worley secretary Bluefield West Virginia May 30th 1912
The Waily Telegraph promotes a one year home delivery for four dollars with yearly renewals at thirty four dollars. It urges readers to subscribe and to support advertisers who provide bargains while they work or sleep.
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