This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1903
Page
2
Rates listed for Bluefield Daily Telegraph advertising and subscriptions. Cash in advance terms noted for daily and weekly one year plans. Post office entry confirms second class mail matter.
The item reviews Bluefield West Virginia and Breathitt County feuding, the press overreach of correspondents, and assorted notes from Big Santy to New York society trends. It mentions an ice cream social, coroner and physician practice limits, and various satirical snippets about publicity and public figures.
The article surveys a string of disasters including a daylight steamship collision near Marsles harbor that claimed about 150 lives. It argues human negligence behind many catastrophes and urges strict accountability for such incidents worldwide. It also notes the German ban on plague experiments and calls for safer research sites.
The advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh in all stages as a constitutional disease. It asserts internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, promising to build up the constitution. Proponents offer one hundred dollars for any failure and cite testimonials. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills also recommended.
Mrs Mayllaune of Ed-Wis reports relief from back pains and menstrual troubles after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for two months. She gained weight, avoided headaches, and returned to daily life, urging others to try the remedy.
A survey of college presidents shows women surpass men in overall scholarship. They are praised for diligence and ambition, with higher averages cited and critics noting athletics and reading as factors. The consensus favors sustained effort and goal orientation as key advantages for women.
The passage hints at a new volume following The Winning of the West with Wilkes Booth and Marshal Ney referenced. suggests a revival of interest in historical figures and a forthcoming publication in North Carolina region. The tone implies curiosity about revived literary series and regional reception.
A compact meditation on busy modern culture where many people seem to have time yet lack the capacity to rest. It reflects on perpetual motion, burnout risks, and the challenge of carving meaningful downtime amid obligations.
The Flat Top National Bank of Bluefield West Virginia is authorized to commence the business of banking under the provisions of the United States Revised Statutes. Comptroller William B Ridgley certifies the bank has complied with required statutes and may begin banking operations as of March 16, 1903.
An old advertisement hawks One Minute Cough Cure as immediate relief for colds and la grippe, claiming fast action and permanent healing through cleansing the stomach and blood. It also promotes May ice wagon starts, coupon books for sale, and a no credit policy with refunds if unsatisfied. The text ends with 1908 Daily Telegraph subscription and local shop offers.
A white and black spotted setter named Duke is lost or stolen. A reward is offered for his return to Edwin Mann. The notice also advertises Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a remedy for burns cuts bruises and sprains with instant relief claims.
A dissolution resolution is adopted at a stockholders meeting held in Buell, West Virginia on April 13, 1903. The corporation is to discontinue business, surrender its charter, liquidate assets, pay debts, and distribute remaining assets pro rata to stockholders after all obligations are settled. The president is directed to publish notice in a newspaper of general circulation once weekly for six weeks and to certify the resolutions to the West Virginia Secretary of State.
The court orders B M Martin to oversee a survey of all real estate owned by W D Caltes and report lines, titles, and values. Officials must notify interested parties within ten days and report at the next court session. Proceedings set for June 23, 1908 in Princeton Mercer WV.
Notice to all lien holders on W. D. Caffee real estate in Mercer County. Pursuant to a Circuit Court decree, claimants must present all liens to the office in Princeton West Virginia on or before June 3, 1803 for adjudication and satisfaction of liens.
A Bluefield resident testifies that persistent kidney trouble from long hours on his feet improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills from GL Crockett's drug store. He notes pain relief and corrected kidney secretions after taking the product, which Foster-Moberg Co. distributes in the United States.
A collection of proprietary cures and tonics sells Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for digestion and stomach disorders, Hosters beer and ale, Dr Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup, Hester’s Special Brew, and Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. Testimonies claim rapid relief, weight gain, and pneumonia prevention with these preparations, advertised by White’s Pharmacy and others.
State of West Virginia vs George L Karnes and unknown owners on 30 acre tract in Rock District Mercer County. Commissioner A M Sutton to state taxes due and hold hearings July 6 1903 at Princeton. court orders an account before final decree and requires notice as per law.
Graves Grocery Co announces closing out staple and fancy groceries at cost for cash at 105 Princeton Avenue. The move preparers to replace with shoes hats furnishings and other items. Bargains urged, sale will move quickly.
Notice to creditors of William Walker deceased. Pursuant to a Mercer County Circuit Court decree to subject his real estate for debt payment, claimants must file with Commissioner J. F. Maynard by July 20, 1903. Witness W. B. Honaker, clerk, June 4, 1903.
Public sale announces the foreclosure of W St Clair and M L St Clair by W A Swan trustee for Wm Hicks. The property is a Park Place lot in Bluefield Mercer County West Virginia, with cash bidding at 10 a m on sale day.
An advertisement notes demand for Fadette Ovals at Cate Studio, 285 Princeton avenue Bluefield West Virginia. It lists price as 28 for 35 cents and targets eager buyers.
The Norfolk and Western Railway runs a personally conducted excursion to the Seashore leaving Blair Virginia at 1 a m on June 16 1903 and returning from Norfolk at 9 p m on June 19 1903. Schedule shows East Radford departure at 1 20 a m rate 425 no stops east of Bedford City. Tickets sold by Norfolk and Western agents. For info contact WB Bevill passenger agent and Jno A Pack Roanoke excursion agent.
Train times and routes for the N and W Ry system list departures from Bluefield to Radford Lynchburg Roanoke and other points North East and West. Parlor car service, Pullman rates, and connections via Hagerstown Shepherdstown and Philadelphia via the Shenandoah Valley route are shown with multiple daily departures and arrivals. Passengers urged to contact N and W agents for tickets maps and information.
An advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as the natural cure for a lazy liver, claiming it never fails to energize the body and restore vigor.
Jay Frank W. Perry editor of the Enterprise Shortsville New York testifies he cured a second grip attack with one bottle of Chamberlain Cough Remedy. He reports rapid relief from coughing and pains, noting the remedy shortened the episode and helped him sleep without coughing. Sold at Wites Pharmacy.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.