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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1917
Page
4
Mr. Thomas’s Card Urges Faith in New City Officials
In a post election statement, Mr. William H. Thomas criticizes opponents but expresses confidence in the newly elected mayor and city officials. The Daily Telegraph endorses the winners, calling them capable, clean, and conscientious while acknowledging minor past hardships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Thomas
Thomas
Daily Telegraph
Old Soldiers Reunion In Capitol Amid War Time
The Confederate veterans reunion in Washington was planned months before the war declaration and coincides with a foreign conflict. The gathering, welcomed by former Union foes, symbolizes a restored Union and adds intensity as the nation calls soldiers to the front. The event holds a tender appeal for the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Capitol
South
Enduring Significance of Veterans Meetings and War Warnings
The passage notes growing pathos in veterans gatherings as aging soldiers thin the ranks. It mentions a new officers training camp opening August 27 for the second conscription and a preference for men over thirty-one. Other items warn on frequent tornadoes, a tin counterfeit Buffalo nickel, tea and coffee taxes, German Measles invading a navy yard, and the enemy reaching our shores.
Judge Wade Drains Whiskey After Prohibition Sign
Atlanta Journal reports that Judge Peyton L. Wade, chief judge of the Georgia state court of appeals, emptied his two quarts of whiskey into the kitchen sink after learning Governor Warris had signed the bone dry prohibition law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Warris
Peyton L. Wade
State Court of Appeals
Japan Will Strike If Russia Joins Kaiser's Side
The Charleston Mail discusses a hidden Japanese reserve that could be deployed if Russia makes peace with Germany. It warns that China may join and the conflict could widen as a “yellow peril” emerges, risking global catastrophe beyond imagination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Russia
Germany
China
Europe
Charleston
Clever Comment and Press Snippets Across Papers
A collage of wry remarks from multiple papers. The Atlantic outlook jokes about substitutes for food and rising prices while editors comment on Russia’s peace plea and neutral nations joining the Allies. Observers note wheat crop norms set expectations for other states and remark on Russia’s ambassador’s optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Indianapolis News
Voice of the People on War Time Grain Waste and Prohibition
The Telegraph letters page argues prohibition may worsen liquor harm while grain used for beer and whiskey could feed people. It cites Allied grain shortages and U S stockpiles, urging immediate waste elimination to sustain victory and bread for all amid World War I era hardship. It highlights grain diverted to whiskey and beer and the impact on soldiers and civilians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
United States
Notice of Bankruptcy for G W Comer in Bluefield West Virginia
In the Southern District of West Virginia G W Comer of Bluefield Mercer county was adjudicated a bankrupt on June 6 1917 The first meeting of creditors will be held at the referee s Bluefield office June 18 1917 at 10 o clock in the forenoon Creditors may attend prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and transact other business The referee is Arthur F Kingdon Memorandum notes forms and proof of claim requirements follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court OF the United States
West Virginia
G.W. Comer
G. W. Comer
Bluefield
Mercer
Mercer County
West Va
Arthur F. Kingdon
A. D
Bankruptcy discharge petition for H S Strow West Virginia
H S Strow of Huntington Cabell County West Virginia petitions the Southern District of West Virginia for a full discharge from all debts provable against his estate under bankruptcy acts. A hearing is set for July 2 1917 at Bluefield, with notice to creditors by the clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of the United States
West Virginia
Benjamin F. Keller
Hl. S. Strow
Huntington
Cabell
Congress
Dream of Galilee and the Kingdom of God
Poem excerpt reflecting enduring faith through trials. The speaker envisions a universal brotherhood and a world filled with happiness and righteousness under divine sovereignty. A watchman asks what of the night as dawn approaches and the future brightens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watchman
Dawn
Earnest Ray
Galilee
Edna Dean Proctor
Lydia E Pinkham's Compound Praised by Lowell Woman
A Lowell woman describes relief from Change of Life symptoms after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports reduced nervousness headaches and pain and credits the remedy with improved well being. The ad includes symptom list and a confidential advice line from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
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Lowell
Mass
Frien
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia E Pinkham
Margaret Quinn
Bear
Worthen St
Lydia Fe.l’inkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Faint Echoes of War Aid and Sacrifice Debate
Fragmentary wartime voice questions American resolve to aid Britain and France with grain shipments. It warns of Lusitania horrors and urges sacrifice as Russia faces strain and armies redraw. The text hints at food needs shaping global freedom and safety amid conflict.
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Pyogof
Russia
End of beer and whiskey waste urged in war talk
A Bluefield Virginia letter argues that victory in the war hinges on grain, not manpower, urging an immediate halt to beer and whiskey production. The writer blames those who drink and endorses restraint, signing as PS Weiser from Bluefield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Congress Likely to Remove Maximum Price Provision
Washington reports Congress may strike the administration food bill’s maximum price fixing. Officials prefer passing the measure soon and are willing to drop the price ceiling to secure approval. The debate centers on maintaining or eliminating price controls amid administration pressure.
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Washington
Congress
Administration
Wool prices soar as West Virginia farmers reap records
West Virginian wool buyers in Clarksburg report record prices for the season with some contracts at fifty seven cents per pound. Buyers caution higher prices may come but wool shortages are unlikely to be relieved soon by Australian imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksburg
Tuyers
Liberty Bonds Embrace Consolidation Coal Workers
Employees of the auditing department at Consolidation Coal Co. in Fairmont totaling over fifty have subscribed to Liberty loan bonds. At Helen's Run area mines, subscriptions reach about $10,000 raised by miners.
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The
Consolidation Coal Co
Fairmont
Liberty Loan
Pocahontas Fuel Company
Galea Department
Pocahontas Consolidated Colleries Co
Minera
Pocahontas
Tidewater
Great Lakes
United States
Making Coffee In Java
A longtime resident praises Javanese coffee custom. The method is not boiled, but carefully roasted beans are ground to a fine state and brewed by pouring boiling water over them for hours to concentrate the extract. A spoonful in hot milk yields a rich, delicious drink.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Java
America
The Cross in Heraldry Describes Infinite Variations
Heraldry defines the cross as two perpendicular and two horizontal lines crossing at the shield center. It notes numerous modifications through additions and combinations to convey many meanings. The text claims human intelligence never revised a system so varied and applies to twenty seven fundamental crosses.
Choice of Evils in a Witty Exchange
A Kansas City Journal quotation features an old man debating money with a friend. The remark labels him a tightwad, then flips to prefer that over being seen as a “good thing,” delivering a humorous social jab on frugality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Journal
Upside Down Tree Transplanting Spurs Quick Shade Growth
A method used in an English railway project inverts young trees so their branches form new roots while existing roots become leaves, producing small shade trees in less time than usual.
Clarence and Clara Exchange Sharp Witty Banter
Playful dialogue features Clarence and Clara trading barbs about kissing and flattery, with Clara teasing Clarence about his assumptions while Puck observes. The tone mimics a light comic exchange from a theatrical script.
Colorado as a premier vacation state the nation
The piece urges travelers to visit Colorado as a prime vacation destination, noting its rising popularity and the belief that war will not curb western tourism. It promotes Rock Island Lines travel literature and Cincinnati office contact for planning trips with minimal costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
America
United States
Department of Interior
Rock Island Lines
Rock Island Travel Bureau
209 Traction Bldg
Cincinnati
Ohio
H. I. McGuire
Hicks and Irwin Arrested for Violating Prohibition Law
J Brown Hicks and C B Irwin were arrested in Harrisonburg Virginia on June 7 on charges of violating the Mapp prohibition law while returning home to Staunton from the Confederate reunion.
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Iarrisonburg
J. Brown Hicks
C. B. Irwin
Staunton
Union in Washington by Automobile and Fad 193 Quar C
A compact report notes relations in Washington involving an automobile and a fad amid the 193 quar c liquor machine era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Washington
Gov Stuart notified of Banks arrest for advising against registration
Richmond Va June 7 Governor Stuart was today notified of the arrest of Andy Banks at Covington Va charged with counseling and advising against registration. The article also notes Bergen a Bavarian twenty five held in Jack Richmond for failing to register after arrest last night with bail set at 500 dollars.
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Richmond
Stuart
Andy Banks
Covington
Jack Richmond
Wolfang Bergen
Man Remanded to Jail Awaiting Federal Hearing
The individual described as the Selective Act defendant was remanded to jail today to await a hearing by United States Commissioner Flegenheimer. He has been living here for several months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Flegenheimer
Senate Rejects War Budget Amendment for Jamestown Exposition Site
The house rejected the conference report on the $5.28 billion war budget bill due to a $200 million Senate insertion for purchasing the Jamestown Exposition site and buildings and for building a naval base and training school there.
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Senate
Washington
House Today
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