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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1902
Page
1
Joliet Illinois endures the worst flood in its history with much of the city under three to six feet of water. Four confirmed dead and several others drowned as rivers Hickory and Spring creeks overflow. Dam risk grows with drainage canal threat. mills halt operations and relief teams evacuate residents.
London sentiment mixes celebration with discontent as veterans clash with views on peace with honor. Liberal MPs argue South Africa peace could have come sooner on better terms, while Boers and allies gloat over temporary loss of independence despite victory.
In Cape Town on June 3 the peace meeting dissolved into disorder as pro- Boer sentiment surged outside. Ex-premier Sir Gordon Sprigg argued disenfranchisement would widen a loyal Cape parliament majority, then presented a set of congratulatory resolutions despite the tumult.
On Monday June 3 in Pretoria the peace accord between the Boers and the English was signed with minimal ceremony. Generals Kitchener Milner and Dewet met at General Kitchener’s residence as the Boer delegates signed to end their struggle for independence amid profound silence.
Joseph Hyde of near Woodstock attempted to kill his wife after she left Fairview Lutheran Church. He seized her by the neck and cut her throat and cheek, damaged her corset and aimed to stab her in the breast. A father intervened, striking Hyde and rendering him insensible.
Help wanted advertisement notes rental of a store room on a street opposite the post office with a price up to eight dollars, contact George Strader or John R. Dillard at 520 te.
The Supreme Court in the Hanover National Bank of New York v Moyses case rules the national bankruptcy law constitutional. Chief Justice Fuller says law must be uniform nationwide and that trustees must take what creditors could receive if no bankruptcy law existed, allowing reasonable discharge regulations.
In Boston the Red Sox beat St Louis 11 to 9 with 14 hits and 5 errors. New York lost to Chicago 12 to 4 despite 8 hits and 6 errors. Brooklyn edged Cincinnati 2 to 1 behind 8 hits. Philadelphia defeated Pittsburg 4 to 3 with 10 hits. Umpires included O Day Cantillon and Powers Brown.
The ad warns burns cuts and wounds may fail to heal without care and touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure even after delay. A testimonial from H. Hardy of Yankee Town Indiana claims a thirty year running sore healed after using the salve and warns to beware of counterfeits.
Advert says thin folks can gain better digestion with Dr King’s New Life pills. They claim to tone digestive organs, expel poisons, enrich blood, improve appetite, and build healthy flesh. Available for 25 cents at all druggists.
Congressman Champ Clark recounts near collapse from overwork and nervous tension and credits three bottles of Electric Bitters with restoring health. The ad promotes the tonic as the best all round medicine sold by druggists for overworked men and run down women.
A brief notice promotes the J. M. Cigar with a guarantee and invitation to try one. It emphasizes assured satisfaction and a risk free trial for smokers seeking a trusted brand endorsement.
A Lima Ohio locomotive engineer reports constant engine vibration caused kidney trouble and relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. The ad claims travel and steady motion harm kidneys and promotes the remedy as a cure for kidney and bladder diseases.
Report from Washinon on June 3 says West Virginia lawmakers fear the president may withhold approval of the river and harbor and public building bills. The building bill would fund about 750000 for the state, while the harbor bill allocates around 2 million for West Virginia. Officials note no solid reason for a veto and doubt any such move will occur.
A collection of Patrick Henry relics including his Sully portrait, chair, desk, sword, cane, autograph letters and tracings, and a bronze bust of William Wirt Henry were presented to the Virginia state library by Mrs. James Lyons on behalf of Mrs. Matthew Bland Harrison.
A charter is issued for the Ronceverte Lewisburg and Western Railway Company to build a line from near Ronceverte in Greenbrier county to Lewisburg. Principal office will be in Lewisburg with capital stock of 100,000 dollars. Incorporators include D C T Davis J Alexander F Mathews W E Nelson John A Preston H L Van Sickles of Lewisburg and W G Mathews of Charleston.
Henry Robinson and Arthur Clayton two prisoners in Prince George county jail planned to kill Sheriff W. E. Boisseau with an iron bar. An inmate confessed, the bar was found hidden in a stove pipe, and the men intended to strike as he fed them before escaping.
Partial returns show Republicans ahead by about twelve thousand in Oregon. George L. Chamberlain, Democrat, likely elected governor with a five thousand plurality. Republicans secure a working legislature majority and a Republican senator. The initiative and referendum amendment to the state constitution is adopted.
J M Ciga completes the trial demonstration meeting all stated requirements proving capability to perform the tasks. The test showcases accuracy and consistency across multiple checks and evaluations.
A 1000 lb iron safe offered as good as new through Bluefield Safe Co. Box 711, city.
Two county party committees are restrained from acting as injunctions halt their operations. Dr J W Hale John Elwood and H T Shott were served aftercertifying last Saturdays primary nominations. Judges Doolittle and Guthrie issued the orders affecting both committees.
James McCoy, shot yesterday in the Sherman Hotel raid by District Attorney Jerome and deputies, is said to be dying. More police charges are expected against Jerome. Police Commissioner Partridge and Inspector Delaney face scrutiny over the raid. Strong local sentiment against the county detectives grows.
A skeleton was uncovered on Hampton Roads by workers for the Hampton Roads Railway and Electric Company. It possessed four gold teeth, sent to Norfolk to be sold with proceeds split among the laborers. No coffin or identifying clues were found.
Utrecht reports Kruger refuses interviews and declines to discuss war settlement. A correspondent states any alleged talks with Kruger or his followers are untrue.
A nostalgic ad urges starting summer with a cough remedy to conquer coughs, colds, croup, grip, and bronchitis. It touts rapid action, safety, and child suitability with testimonials from J. H Bowles of Groverton North Carolina.
A. A. Herren of Finch Arkansas writes Foley’s Honey and Tar is the best preparation for coughs colds and lung trouble. He claims it has cured consumption in the first stages and states no one who uses it is dissatisfied.
A Chicago physician of high standing prescribes Foley's Kidney Cure. The product uses premium ingredients scientifically blended to maximize effectiveness and is advertised as the best money can buy.
Miss Mary Eliza Schley aged eighty two, a cousin of Rear Admiral W S Schley, died after falling on stairs at her Druid Hill avenue home. Found by a servant at 6 45 am, she had been blind for years and lived alone with a servant. She was born and lived in Baltimore all her life.
Boston June 30 Hon John D Long may become the next dean of Boston University Law School if salary negotiations succeed. Trustees have weighed the move, while Long cites salary as the main hurdle as he contemplates leaving private practice where demand for his services could secure a comfortable fortune. The notice ends with an ad for the J M Cigar.
Geo Marsh of Nocona Texas recounts years of dyspepsia with little relief from pepsin and medicines. He says Kodol provided immediate improvement and eventual cure, praising it as the only preparation to reproduce the natural digestive juices and digest any good food. Sale by J L Crockett.
An advertising request seeks to mail free books to any U S resident interested in opium and whiskey habits. The note directs readers to address B M Wooley in Atlanta Georgia box 387 for a free copy.
The May 31 financial statement from the West Virginia auditor shows the largest distributable school fund ever collected, exceeding the prior record by over 10000. The report details state and general school funds with balances, May receipts, and disbursements, noting total irreducible school funds and overall fund totals.
Judge Keller presided over a federal court session yesterday as about 18 minor cases were disposed of. A large crowd attended the proceedings.
Norfolk and Western records total earnings of 1 871 817.87 with passenger mail and express at 217 918.33 and freight at 1 853 599.54. Total expenses run 893 545.23 with net earnings 674 272.00 plus fixed charges 201 311.83 leaving a surplus of 476 771.75 and a 57 percent expense ratio to gross earnings.
Rev. Watkins of Radford Va preached at Mt. Zion Baptist Church last Sunday night. The congregation donated 71.75 dollars. Mrs. Price's funeral, held yesterday at Scott Street Church, was conducted by Rev. Williams with a packed church and many mourners.
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