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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1916
Page
4
A collection of brief, reflective lines by Martial Lonefel low George Eliot and Ovid. The quotes praise endurance patience childlike wisdom and the sacred bond of love and duty while affirming belief in God’s power over danger.
The publicist for the Wilson administration asserts patriotism has replaced partisanship, while critics cite partisan speeches and Democratic appointments. They accuse Wilson of sidelining civil service rules, replacing experienced officials with Democrats, and attacking Republican rivals in speeches across states.
An editorial argues preparedness extends beyond arms and ships to health, sanitation, and daily habits. It urges wholesome food, abstaining from alcohol, clean water, and strong bodies as foundations for endurance and progress, noting disease kills more annually than civil war battles. It also critiques reliance on military power and highlights practical daily resilience.
An exchange notes the discovery that a Kansas baker allegedly put strong drink in mince pies and raises questions about the source of the liquor. The item implies broad curiosity and possible investigation into the baker’s supply chain.
A Boston expert argues a harsh view on child discipline and notes unanimity in opinion. The Chicago convention lists fifty three glee clubs yet excludes the singular one missing. With sixteen hits in the ring in Chicago, is the nominee rightly called the derby winner.
Ray K. Moulton recalls leaving school, heir to wisdom beyond years, and stepping into the world to teach it a hard lesson. He reflects on youth, learning, pride, and the long road of experience since that departure.
Berlin dispatch reports the Reichstag passed the budget at all stages and adopted a new war credit of 12 000 000 000 marks. The note mentions watching the Daily Telegraph Want Ads.
General meeting held May 16 1916 in Bluefield West Virginia notes unanimous vote to discontinue the Bluefield Undertaking Company and surrender its charter Secretary H G ONeil ordered to publish notice and certify a copy to the West Virginia Secretary of State President John R Gott Secretary H G ONeil designation 5 18 law 4t
A deed of trust dated August 20 1910 by E B Carter secures notes totaling 9000 dollars. Trustee F M Peters will sell at public auction on June 24 1916 at 10 am at the Law and Commerce Building Bluefield Mercer County WV the described property consisting of a 10500 square foot lot with a 20 foot alley between sections. Terms: one third cash, one third in one year plus interest, balance in two years with secured notes and title retained. Clerk Lowery G Bowling certifies bond and security.
A tentative draft of the Progressive party platform declares preparedness in arms and industry as central. It calls for a large navy, 250000 army, universal military training, social justice and political suffrage, a tariff commission, high tariffs, industry regulation, and resource conservation, emphasizing action over words.
In heavy rain and cold wind 5100 women marched two miles to the Coliseum for a National Equal Suffrage Association parade. They presented arguments for votes for women to the Republicans, some marching without umbrellas while wearing white dresses and straw hats.
Chicago June 7 by a 28 to 6 vote the rules and order of business committee approved the national committee’s December 1913 plan for apportioning delegates to the national convention. It reduces Southern state representation by eighty nine delegates while giving each state four at large delegates and one per congressional district plus an extra delegate in districts with 7500 or more Republican votes.
The federal trade commission voted to make Commissioner Edward N Hurley chairman succeeding Joseph E Davies effective July 1. The move aims to adjust the rotation system in chairmanships used by the interstate commerce commission. Officials say the change does not alter policies and is for internal reasons despite personal differences noted among members.
Kansas City reports show a death list surpassing 150 as communities in Arkansas Missouri Mississippi Tennessee and Illinois tally 126 confirmed deaths. Many others missing feared dead and several hundred injured with likely fatalities.
Former Maryland Senator Jackson, Republican national committeeman, telegraphs Theodore Roosevelt from Oyster Bay urging his arrival in Chicago. He pledges to use his influence to secure Roosevelt a place on the convention floor if he accepts.
Global unrest hits Hispaniola as Haiti's president, backed by U S forces under Rear Admiral Caperton, clashes with parliament while Santo Domingo's President Jiminez resigns amid possible U S intervention. Nat Geographic notes Hispaniola’s division dates to Columbus era and colonial split.
The narrative traces the island's divided history from Spanish control and buccaneer activity at Tortuga through French and Haitian struggles. It notes Toussaint L Ouverture, Leclerc, Bessalines, Christophe, Petion, Boyer, and the 1825 Haitian independence recognition, with later Dominican Republic moves toward annexation and U S proposals, plus geography and population estimates.
Washington June 7. A proposal to have the United States and the Mexican de facto government place their entire relation before an international commission is under serious consideration. The move would respond to Mexico's demand for troop withdrawal and could help settle long running disagreements. The 1848 treaty provides settlement by commission with equal commissioners, meeting likely outside both nations. No decision has been reached and a reply may not be sent soon.
In Pekin on June 7, Yuan Shi Kai spoke on his deathbed admitting regret over the monarchical effort that doomed China and hastened his end. He asked premier Fu Shi Chang to protect his family and urged Li Yuan Hung to succeed per the constitution as flags fly at half mast and newspapers mourn.
London June 7. A. J. Balfour stated the North Sea clash last week makes German naval moves unlikely for months. He said German losses exceeded British, and the dream of invading England is dissipated while blockade and sea control favor Britain.
World Film presents the five part photoplay based on the stage hit. Stars Holbrook Blinn Vivian Martin George Ralph June Elvidge John Hines. Peggy Admaston and her husband drift apart after a brief honeymoon due to business devotion. Collingwood loves Peggy causing a marital rift resolved by happiness restored. Directed by Maurice Tourneur with sensational scenes.
New York jurors found Dr. J Grant Lyman guilty of mail fraud in a stock investment scheme run under John H Putnam and Co He allegedly earned over 500000 by selling oil and mining stocks on an installment plan the verdict was reached today.
Despite a strong gale, occupants of a balloon report no wind on board. The article notes the weather conditions and the unusual calm inside the craft as it drifts.
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