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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1912
Page
4
Taft shows strength in early convention skirmishes and politicians predict six delegates at large. Burton's keynote in Columbus urges reforms including monetary changes and labor protections while warning on civic apathy and the dangers of the recall.
Senator Burton urged a short ballot to reduce confusion from many offices and unknown candidates. He spoke of fewer elective posts with more appointments, claiming gains for Republicans while challenging opponents to compare records. He pressed tariff reform and sound monetary policy based on accurate information.
Chicago June 3 A Taft letter urged national Republican committee hearings on contests with public meetings for newspaper men present. Few committee members arrived that night as General Powell Chiyton from Arkansas said Southern delegates would oppose reducing Southern representation.
The Ocean Safety Act of 1912 was introduced by Senator Nelson of Minnesota. It requires continuous wireless operation on ships with fifty or more passengers, keeps auxiliary power to prevent loss of wireless, ensures lifeboats cover all passengers, and calls for marine construction reviews and port drills.
Senator Lorimer resumes his seat in the senate appearing ill and will speak in his own defense. Senator Kern, leading charges against Lorimer, will start a series of speeches on the Lorimer case tomorrow.
In Los Angeles on June 3, Clarence Darrow argued his defense would rest on the claim that an agreement making the McNamara brothers plead guilty was reached before the alleged negotiations to bribe Juror Lockwood ended. A special grand jury met and may issue new indictments.
London reports the dock strikes collapsing with double the workers on site versus Saturday. Shipowners claim victory if lightermen can be replaced, while noting many workers remain. In Newark, Ohio, S A Hollar is to be tried this week for first degree murder in the lynching of Carl Etherington, an alleged anti caloon detective, in 1910.
About 110000 men along the Thames and Midway rivers including deckers carmen seamen firemen and building tradesmen march or stand idle. If the strike drags on it could lead to semi starvation for many.
Isaac T. Mann president of Pocahontas Consolidated Collieries Co says rumors of a large sale or major change in ownership have no foundation. He returned from New York and stated there are no negotiations or contemplated transfers by current owners.
Noted physicians from the United States and Canada along with several from Europe are arriving in Atlantic City for the sixty third annual AMA meeting. The week promises abundant scientific works and multiple sectional conferences with a highlight three day industry health conference addressing industrial diseases.
King George marked his forty-seventh birthday born June 3, 1865 at Marlborough House. Diplomats and officials sent congratulations as naval and military stations observed the anniversary. London observances pace until June 14. In Louisville delegates gather for the American Waterworks Association annual convention with opening sessions led by president Alexander Milne.
In New York on June 8 the wage and hour strike by waiters enters its second week. Of about forty hotels, six have closed dining rooms. Union leaders threaten to pull more workers from the remaining hotels to widen the action.
Roosevelt issues a lengthy statement declaring opposition to Root as temporary chairman. He attacks Wm. Barnes Jr of New York and accuses the Taft machine of influence. Roosevelt hints at possible Chicago travel if strong arm tactics arise and frames the issue as principle over person. Chickamauga Monument Defeated in Chattanooga ceremony honors Alabama soldiers who fought at the battlefield.
Tucson reports on June 3 as Taft and Roosevelt factions at the state convention each chose six delegates to attend the Chicago gathering.
Weather forecast indicates fair conditions in West Virginia on Tuesday and Wednesday. Virginia shows slightly cooler air in the west with increasing cloudiness and warmer temperatures by midweek.
Bluefield voters have nine polling sites listed including Firet-Red Mens' Hall Bluefield avenue Salvation Army Hall City Hall Bland Street and several stores and streets. sites include Alliffy Store 425 Raleigh Street Golf Store Room Wilson and Bland East End North Mercer Street and Reese Street.
Roanoke reports the car allotment commission appoints Geo Dunghinson to succeed Jenks as chairman. Dunghinson, four year member and former independent engineer, assumes effective last Saturday amid questions on further appointments. The article notes past plans and general distribution disputes across lines including Norfolk and Western and Illinois Central.
Havana June 3 Gomez has sent a message to congress requesting a law to suspend constitutional guarantees. No action due to lack of a quorum. Tomorrow’s session expected to consider the matter. General Monteagudo urges the move as a means to strike terror and subdue the revolution.
In Richmond Virginia on June 8 veterans and memorial associations held a quiet observance of Jefferson Davis birthday.
The West Virginia state Republican primary ends tonight amid a soft campaign tone as Hatfield Dillon and Swisher vie for governor. Leaders expect Hatfield to lead though uncertainties remain with Durst Lilly and Sutherland contesting state offices. Voting opens at 7 pm and runs to sundown at designated polling places, with extensive coverage staged at the convention building and surrounding areas.
Chicago hosts the Republican national convention for the third time since its 1904 use of the colliseum. The 305 by 170 by 70 foot stone brick steel and concrete fire proof venue sits on the former Libby Prison site and will open June 18 after $40 000 in preparations by Col Harry S New and the arrangements committee.
President Taft formally welcomed the German fleet in American waters at Fortress Monroe Virginia He was greeted aboard the battleship Moltke by Rear Admiral Rebeaur Paschwitz Twenty one guns saluted as he departed the ship then toured the Mayflower and attended a banquet aboard the Florida where speeches were given by Rear Admiral Ward and the German admiral
Representative Aiken of New York calls for a committee to probe the Post Office Department for withholding mail sent through a congressional frank. He cites his attack on New York politics and a former congressman, while Attorney General Goodwin flags the envelope incident as possible postal law violation.
The House judiciary committee nearly finished its review of Judge Archbald today. EF P Cole, a coal operator from Py Uatelhia, testified to secure letters in his possession and will return tomorrow as testimony wraps up.
General secretary Jose R. E. Cordova and Chief Counselor Orozco assured U S Consul Letcher that foreigners would not be molested by rebel operations in the area. Three thousand rebels moved south to attack federal cavalry en route to rebel quarters.
Des Moines reports H W Wiseman conceded Young's defeat to W S Kenyon in the Republican primary for the United States Senate. Holden and Clarke run nearly even in the rival governor race. A separate item notes the Interstate Commerce Commission uphold of a freight rate dispute and Mrs Schley awarded a $150 monthly pension, with her annual income about $420.
Department of Agriculture pamphlet urges preservation of mine timbers and outlines postal changes. It argues a postal alarm system can aid safety and efficiency for mail carriers amid difficult conditions. The item emphasizes practical measures and organizational guidance for public service workers.
Washington reports a broad post and forest fire alarm plan for rural and star routes in West Virginia. Carriers will report incipient fires to state authorities or notify designated contacts by telephone, aiming to curb fires before they spread and reduce losses. The article notes related agricultural pamphlets and several West Virginia post office appointments.
In Fallon on June 8 Democrats gathered to pick delegates for the national convention in Baltimore. factions backing Champ Clark and Woodrow Wilson clash for influence over the Nevada delegation.
Washington June 3 The senate naval affairs committee restored to the naval appropriations bill a provision for two battleships stricken out by the house.
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