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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
5
Two adjoining parcels in South Bluefield totaling 180 acres are described as distinct lots with names not provided. The compact real estate notice notes contiguous land suitable for development or investment.
Nearly all level fertile land with four or five springs and about 50 acres of timber. Located well for dairy or truck farming.
The 40 acres adjoining sold at over 1000 per acre. Two thirds of the land lies within the corporate limits.
The location offers an ideal site for a fair grounds and a horse racing venture, with strong potential for popularity if a company or association pursues the proposition in Bluefield.
The association could easily sub-let part of the facility for a baseball park, indicating plans to repurpose space for sport use and revenue potential.
Street cars will run close to the land parcel, offering a strategic advantage in the transit plan. The proposal emphasizes proximity as a key factor to boost development potential and access.
Real estate ad promises a surprisingly low quote to attract buyers. Agency encourages viewing to reveal the final price, emphasizing affordability and urgency.
Buyers urged to inspect quickly as the property is for sale and delays will raise costs. Prompt action requested to avoid higher prices.
A bold single quote policy draws strong buyer interest as retailers promise one fixed price. Analysts say the straightforward offer could simplify purchases and pressure competitors to match terms.
The Flat-Top Coal Mining Company organized with main offices at English West Virginia acquires rich McDowell county coal lands and plans a rapid, large producing plant. Officers include W H Thomas president L C Hansbrough VP J G Thomas superintendent and O M Deverle secretary treasurer. Directors feature Pocahontas coal figures and attorney L C Hansbrough. A S McCreath & Son分析 coal shows high calorific value. Output to be sold via Fat-Toquel Company with existing Pocahontas coal tonnage.
Public notice lists adjusted annual salaries for West Virginia postmasters in multiple towns from Alderson to Welch and beyond. Amounts rise or fall per location, with several errors and misprints in the OCR. A second item reports Baker seeking to meet Judge Blizzard at Moundsville penitentiary after sentencing.
The Liquor Dealers Protective Association, formed by wholesale liquor dealers of the state, completed its organization in Parkersburg after a two day meeting that began Monday. It adopted the National Model License League platform with Col. T. M. Gilmore of Louisville delivering Tuesday’s address. Officers named are President George Van Der Haar Huntington, Vice President Paul Rigot Benwood, and Secretary Treasurer S. J. Hyman Huntington. The next annual meeting is set for Huntington in the second week of May 2009.
James A Baker alias Neal alias Wilson, held on charges from New York to a dozen states for railway and express office robberies and the December Clarington murder of Operator Edward Y Hutchinson, signals he will disclose his identity and offer a fuller confession in a move reported from his arrest. The report notes Baker vowed the world would learn his real name. For sale by Eureka Hardware Co.
An advertisement touts Mi o na Stomach Tablets as a guaranteed indigestion cure with promises to stop flatulence aid digestion and restore health. It includes a testimonial from Mrs Brewer of Whiteland Indiana and lists a 60 cent price. Also promotes Chamberlain remedies from West End Drug Co East End Pharmacy Bluefield Pharmacy and urges readers to be their own doctor with affordable medicines.
Lester M. Nelson of Naples Maine writes that Dr King’s New Discovery saved his life and has served as a reliable remedy for throat and lung complaints for nearly forty years. He notes it prevents pneumonia and strengthens weak lungs and mentions a 59 cent to $1.00 price with a trial bottle offer.
A large new venture led by Huntington interests received a charter Tuesday for Cincinnati Gas Transportation Company to build pipelines across Lincoln Wayne Kanawha Cabell and other counties. Authorized capital is 5 million dollars with 30 000 preferred shares at 100 each and 20 000 common shares. Incorporators include Herbert Fitz Patrick L A Staker R M Baker G L Pugh from Huntington and T B Case of Ashland Kentucky.
Joseph P. Kaszer filed suit in West Virginia court against Star Glass Company seeking 2 cents after they deducted 2 cents from a $5.00 check to cover mailing. Judge Boughner awarded the full 2 cent claim, drawing notable attention alongside major corporate fines elsewhere.
A party of twenty two engineers and surveyors arrived at Holden from Cleveland via Kenova to work for United States Coal and Oil Company. Their presence suggests major extensions and improvements at Holden with increased mine capacity. A local customer notes Chamberlains Salve cured a long standing tetter on her hands and Chamberlains medicines are sold by local druggists.
The laxative cough syrup is popular with children and tastes nearly as good as maple sugar. It acts gently on the bowels to help drive the cold out of the system and is sold by all druggists.
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