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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1907
Page
4
An elderly Tennessean hides his money by scattering thirty thousand dollars in small coins, fearing murder for his fortune. He distrusts banks after a past deposit was paid by check, seeking a moral about laying up treasure versus folly.
An 84 year old man contemplates the remnant of life and his $30,000, fearing schemes to steal it as years remain. The writer muses on money, life, and wisdom, noting a Parkersburg Dispatch-News controversy over newsservice affiliations and headlines.
L E Johnson, president of the Norfolk and Western Railroad, argues that the constitutionality of federal power to establish post roads should be decided by the courts and expresses support for nationwide railway control. He cautions against limiting federal authority to interstate commerce.
A discussion on how fireproof construction lowers insurance costs. Examples include New York's Caledonian at five cents per hundred and Trinity Building at twelve cents, compared with Bluefield’s $1.80 per $100. Officials say terra cotta and brick protection reduces net rates by about 25 percent.
An ad touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Den as a cure for blemishes and skin issues, promising top floor health and happiness. It lists price 35 cents and mentions several sellers and Ferrell's millinery sale dated 6-2-2t.
Advertising columns guide Bluefield shoppers to real bargains and attractive sales. The paper positions itself as a link between progressive stores and the community, urging readers to mention seeing ads when purchasing.
A health product ad claims scalp antiseptic Herpicide prevents baldness by destroying the germ at the hair root and curing dandruff. It cites a Montana man who regrew hair in weeks and offers 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes with samples by mail. It lists The Gerpicide Co. and a special agent.
An advertisement touts Mi-o-na stomach tablets from The White Pharmacy as a cure for indigestion and related symptoms. It claims the pill strengthens the digestive system after a few days and allows meals without pain. The store offers a full money back guarantee if Mi-o-na does not cure.
C V Pepper, bedridden with a lung and throat hemorrhage, credits Dr King s New Discovery with instant relief after doctors failed. Coughing ceased, bleeding diminished, and within three weeks he returned to work. Guaranteed relief for coughs and colds. 50c and 1.00 at drug stores trial bottle free.
Local ads tout Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs and lung trouble claiming early consumption cure. Orina Laxative Fruit Syrup is promoted for women and children with milk action and pleasant taste. A testimonial from L C Rodgers credits Foley’s Kidney Cure with restoring ability to work after kidney illness. G H Wade sells all products.
A female customer suffering from tetter for two to three years found relief after using one box of Chamberlain's Salve. The local dealer M. H. Rodney & Co. of Almond, Alabama reports strong satisfaction with Chamberlain's medicines, sold by West End Drug Co., East End Pharmacy, and Bluefield Pharmacy.
A Cedar Grove Maine resident praises Electric Bitters after liver and kidney troubles. He notes relief from the first bottle and complete cure after three bottles. The advertisement guarantees relief for stomach liver and kidney issues and sells at 40 cents.
The regular annual meeting of Bluefield Brewing Company stockholders will be held at the principal office in Bluefield West Virginia on the second Tuesday of June 1907 June 11 at 10 o clock p m for electing a board of directors for the coming year and to transact any other legal business. ISADORE PRICE Secretary 5-28
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