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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
8
Senator French praised both soldiers and civilians who support the war effort through sacrifice and money. Governor William A. McCorkle shared vivid observations from Canada, describing wartime horrors and the warning signs posted for the front’s casualties, underscoring the country’s shared duty.
A large audience heard discussions on Liberty Bonds and wartime duty. speakers, including ex governor Bernard McClaugherty, urged Virginians and West Virginians to support the nation with sons, funds, and installment purchases, praising England France and Russia while noting US loans and a 15 year term with possible extension. Bluefield Concert Orchestra provided patriotic music, moving listeners to standing.
A health ad urges readers to evaluate digestion sleep energy and nerves and promotes Acid Iron Mineral as a non alcoholic iron tonic. It claims to purify blood strengthen nerves and aid stomach liver kidney issues while warning against tonics with alcohol. The product is marketed as safe for teeth and available in 50 cent or 1.00 bottles.
Under Mrs. Neil Friel, chairman, the Red Cross Society in Gary No. 6 works reports active planning and fundraising. On May 28 the group designated Red Cross Day and raised 205.79 with 191 from new members and 14.9 from refreshments. New members pledged monthly contributions from 25 cents to one dollar. A street tram in Tokio is operated by manpower using two laps to push it along.
John L. Litz, a Clinch Valley farmer, was arrested at Coeburn on a charge under federal law. Authorities say his remarks were construed as treasonable, after weeks of federal surveillance. He denied knowledge of the statements, which reportedly compared President Wilson with the Kaiser.
An advertisement touts Q-Ban Hair Color Restorer as a safe, permanent solution to gray or faded hair. It promises natural color results without a dye and urges readers to buy 50 cents at The Goody Koontz Drug Co or other drugstores, with a free Hair Culture booklet.
Mrs P H Martin of Peru Indiana reports her two daughters had whooping cough and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy kept the cough loose and expectoration easy. The remedy is recommended for use with whooping cough as a helpful treatment.
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