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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1901
Page
1
Rescue teams searched the sea after two vessels capsized amid hostile conditions. Authorities reported no shelter for the men as hope waned, with grim estimates of possible fatalities surrounding the incident.
A fishing party of twenty five men, including twelve whites, was caught in a squall five miles off the Charleston bar. Five boats were believed lost with all aboard and two boats were reported capsized. No shelter or signs of survivors were found. Forward was sent to the scene for a thorough search, but the fishing firm has abandoned hope for their safety.
In London June 1 the British war office cites lack of official information on Vindfontien and other actions raising anxiety about Boer reports of a severe defeat near Pretoria on May 2. Also noted are unrelated U.S. swindling and murder case proceedings in Raleigh and Buffalo.
Four hundred machinists of the New York Central and 50 helpers walked out at Buffalo June 1 demanding a ten percent pay raise. The action disrupts operations as workers press for higher wages amid ongoing labor unrest.
A White House bulletin reports Mrs. McKinley improved after a night of comfortable rest in New York on June 15. The update confirms her condition has stabilized following a period of illness.
Washington reports that James Gordon an American citizen and reputed millionaire who vanished from St Petersburg in January is believed buried alive in a dungeon of St Peters and Paul fortress near Cronstadt. Gordon rose in the czarist capital's business world and was a sales agent for Baldwin Locomotive Works and other U.S. firms which won a 2.5 million locomotive contract from Russia.
United States Commissioners J. R. Baviar and A H. Buchanan reran the Tennessee Virginia boundary survey in Bristol locating the line per Tennessee cession act. Stone monuments will mark the eastern and western city boundaries. The line runs through Main street center. They proceed toward White Top mountain along the boundary.
The Baldwin Zeigler expedition sails from Tromece Norway on June 1 seeking the North Pole. Prior to departure thirty thousand pounds of canned meat were loaded for the voyage. The report notes shopping notices from local merchants advertising clothing and footwear.
The Summit Fuel and Supply Co transfers all stock and fixtures to Summit City Fuel Company. The business will be conducted by the new concern and continued patronage is solicited. May 20, 1901.
Marion Kovuke of T M Thompson millinery at 1658 Milwaukee Avenue Chicago says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured her severe cold quickly after a coworker used it. She reports rapid improvement and full recovery citing the remedy's effectiveness. For sale by H N White.
Headache often results from a disordered stomach and constipation of the bowels. A dose or two of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets will correct these disorders and cure the headache. Sold by H. N. Waite.
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming to cure constipation sick headache dizziness jaundice malaria fever and ague and all liver and stomach troubles. Purely vegetable no griping or weakening and sold for 25 cents at drug stores.
Washington reports firm U S stance on international indemnity guarantees for China and a planned troop withdrawal from Pekin. von Waldersee may return via Yokohama. German force to be reduced. West Virginia coal interests see opportunity in German market as post routes in Thurmond are cut and Harrisville gains a new postmaster.
London report cites Rev. J. G. Watson Ian Maclaren remarks that many in Britain welcome the US move to revise the Presbyterian confession but suggest it be shortened and tempered with love. He calls it an intellectual wonder that would benefit from restraint and compassion.
At a New England Railroad Club meeting, B M Vanelain outlines future locomotive design. He predicts widespread compound engines, water tube boilers for high speeds, triple and quadruple expansion, and greater loading gauges. Electricity gains as motive power with large plants and gas engines also discussed.
A local retailer touts a full up to date assortment of men's ladies and children's footwear and slippers. J L Horvron invites customers to visit No 20 Bland St for the complete line.
An advertisement claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures piles, injuries, and bodily pains. It touts thousands cured, the best salve in the world, price 25 cents a box, cure guaranteed, sold by druggists.
An overcoat lost on the roads between Princeton and Bluefield is sought with a reward offered if left at Crockett and Wohlford's restaurant. The Criterion brand from Bluefield Mercantile Co. is advertised as well made and well fitting, pleasing customers.
The undersigned parties announce the dissolution of Geo N Speiden & Co and state the business will be carried on by Saxon Lime and Lumber Company, a corporation. Signatories include Geo N Spieden and Hoge Mason.
Lisbon Iowa resident Chas C Ellis repaired a washed down telegraph line and battled a severe cold cough. After doctors failed in Oakland Nebraska Sioux City and Omaha he used Dr King s New Discovery and was cured in six bottles. Guaranteed for coughs colds and all throat and lung troubles. Sold by all druggists 60c and 1.
Buffalo Bill’s train with the Wild West show derailed near Altoona Pennsylvania. Col Cody was injured. Several buffaloes escaped but were chased for five miles and captured by Mexican cowboys using lassoes.
A light drink called Tansill Punch is advertised as a remedy for hot weather and spring fever. It is described as making the drinker happy and contented and is offered at 5c this morning by Wlat Tup Grocery Company, distributors, and sold by all dealers.
Mrs C E VanDeusen of Kilbourn Wisconsin suffered long stomach trouble and constipation. She says Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets gave real relief after trying many preparations. Sold at H N White's drug store for 25 cents with free samples available.
Hartford man J W Sullivan claims a rusty wire caused blood poisoning and two years of suffering. He credits one bottle of Eivetre Bitters and 14 boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve for curing his leg without amputation. Electric Bitters advertised as blood disorder remedy. 50 cents at druggists.
The Norfolk and Western Railway reports for April show earnings of 157,453.08 in passenger, mail and express. freight earnings of 1,062,010.79 and operating expenses of 804,689.82. For ten months, total earnings reach 18,228,576.42 with net earnings of 5,550,440.20, and surplus up 18 percent, while the cost ratio improves from 61 to 60 percent.
The Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe will be the first Texas railroad to replace coal with Beaumont petroleum. Engines will be converted with new devices, first trial planned next week, and about $600 per engine for the change. Storage tanks along the line are being erected.
Robert Tumie, a noted gambler, was shot and killed near the Elkins railroad extension by Shelly Stokes of Lynchburg. Stokes, who quarreled with Tumie days earlier, fired with a shotgun and killed him without warning. Stokes is in jail.
Repairs on the Olympia Admiral Dewey's flagship were finished today. Major work occurred between decks with 500,000 spent. The vessel will sail for sea at once.
Hastings June 1 Ex Governor Dietrich departed for Washington to begin service as senator after resigning the governorship. Wanted an experienced engineer to operate and repair two plain slide valve engines. Stony Creek Lumber Co. Tacoma Va seeks qualified applicant with references and salary expectations.
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