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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
4
Rates listed for daily and longer subscriptions. The column then surveys international affairs noting the Chicago strike, Manchurian revolt, mosquitoes spreading malaria in ancient times, a race of American yacht speed, Russian Grand Dukes, ammunition shipments to the Philippines, Japanese restraint in conquest, Spanish anarchists and Paris explosions, and a diplomatic call for peace with Japan’s stance highlighted.
The public demanded punishment for those who risked the excursion party and reinforced the demand strongly. Authorities showed some activity for a few months, indictments followed but no convictions. Testimony showed lawmakers could not be held, and law reforms failed to prevent future disasters. Indignation faded with no lasting accountability. Will the pattern recur after the next disaster.
The Daily Telegraph argues for public access to council ordinances. It contends citizens have a right to know laws and that publishing them costs little compared with the benefit of informed voters.
Public indignation fails to punish those responsible for the Slocum excursion boat disaster in the North River. Nearly a year after the fire killing over a thousand, no one has been held to account and no remedy seems near as the law seeks accountability for the tragedy.
A feature discusses how swiftly the salient points of Japan's naval victory were transmitted to world newspapers, notably American papers, highlighting the rapidity of press dissemination and its impact on coverage.
The article notes American journals funding extensive telegraph coverage to relay the news from the distant antipodes. It highlights the immense cable tolls and the rapid dissemination of details about a monumental sea fight won by Lord Nelson, becoming a landmark in 18th century journalism.
Camille Flamarrion asserts thirty years of Mars study yields a map of canals and strong belief the planet is inhabited. He notes a Mars year of 730 days, day length 24 hours 87 minutes 22 seconds, light atmosphere, mild climate, and clear skies.
A brief item notes a disagreement where one party claims another is a fool while the other denies the charge, reflecting a public quarrel reported by the Chicago Tribune. The exchange centers on pride and perception in town affairs.
For sale by Eureka Hardware Co is Green Seal Liquid Paint. This announcement promotes the product and its availability for customers seeking a sealant grade paint.
A historical advertisement fragment from Toledo Ohio dates December 6 1886. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by Frank J Cheney claiming a 100 dollar reward for any case not cured, notes internal use and testimonials, and mentions distribution by Cheney & Co with 75 cent pills. It includes a notary oath and doctor references.
Gen Davis notes Panama soil is fertile and disturbances rise with it. The column riffs on spoof titles such as Meet Me at St Lovie Lents and predicts a flood of similarly named songs like Meet Me Down at Luna Lena and Take a Ride to Phillie Willie.
A testimonial from William Myers of Cearfoss Maryland describes consumption in its final stage and a rapid recovery after using Dr King's New Discovery. The ad markets relief for coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and pneumonia prevention with bottles at 50 cents and 1.00 and trial bottles free. It also promotes Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a home bowel remedy.
The product highlights a finish that enhances old floors furniture and woodwork making them more attractive than new. Finished samples are available for viewing at Eureka Hardware Co.
A warning advertises Dr Kings New Life Pills as a cure for bowel and stomach issues. It claims safety and effectiveness for pains in the bowels upset stomach and other ailments with a 25 cent price and availability at drug stores.
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