Visitors and visits noted in city social column
Mr and Mrs H C Hale of Coeburn were visitors yesterday afternoon. Mr and Mrs C Campbell will leave for Paterson N J to visit their son Judge S C Graham of Tazewell. Mr and Mrs F M Cecil and T Z Cecil of Springton were in the city Sunday. Mr and Mrs J W Chapman and J W Tarter of Tazewell also visited. John R Gou of Princeton is in the city on business. Miss Frances Gardner returned from a visit to her sister Mrs Miles Cary at Pohantas. Moffett Tanner from Washington and Lee University returned home. Miss Mamie Anderson leaves for Roanoke for two weeks of visiting relatives. Mrs Cheressa Ewald went to Bland for the summer with her brother W F McColgan and daughter Mrs C R Grayson. Misses Beulah and Willie French left for Roanoke to visit sister Mrs W Laugson. A party from Crystal—M D Roderick S P Williams George Lager Newton Roberts—visited in the city Sunday afternoon. Mrs R E B Joint, after visits in Roanoke and with a sister-in-law in Christiansburg, returned home last night. Miss Lacey Thornhill, a city school teacher, went to Brownwood to visit her brother Dr W A Thornhill before returning to Orange Va for summer vacation. Mr and Mrs Walter Barrow of Pearnsville and Miss Fern Hudson of Peru Ind, guests of Mr and Mrs A Armstrong, left Sunday night for Peru. The Barrows will visit Miss Hudson several days in Peru.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lacey Thornhill
Brownwood
W. A. Thornhill
Beore
Orange
Walter Barrow
Pearnsville
Fern Hudson
Peru
Ind
S. Armstrong
Parish captured in Winston-Salem linked to Princeton jail escape
W H Parish, wanted for fraud by posing as a milling company salesman, was captured in Winston-Salem and jailed awaiting transfer to Mercer County authorities. Sheriff Hamilton offered rewards for Parish and two escapees, Gregory and Minnix, still at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Helland
Princeton
Winston-Salem
N. C
W. HH. Parish
Amo
Parish
Winston Salem
Mercer County
West Virginia
Hamilton
J A. Thomas
Charles Gregory
Minnix
Prisoners Located After Escape Bid
Yesterday afternoon authorities said two more prisoners were located and a fourth would be brought in in a day or two. Albert Sanders was captured the same night as his escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Sanders
How Suffrage Will Result
A New York Times editorial argues woman suffrage yields mostly imaginary benefits and real penalties. It claims voting by women will not change society, could erode home duties, and may coarsen behavior, reducing male respect and altering social standing. It notes some suffragists help provoke backlash and borders between sexes may be weakened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Maniesto
Dalfe
German crane giant claims top of world for size and power
The article notes Germany builds record breaking cranes and the largest ship project. A new German crane reaches 275 short tons at 113 feet with a 174 foot reach, plus a 10 ton auxiliary crane at 230 feet, a 460 foot sweep, powered by electricity and two operators, highlighting German dominance in big cranes and global production shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Hamburg
Portland Rose Festival Opens With Rex Oregonus Arrival
Portland begins its annual rose festival with Rex Oregonus arriving at noon. The rose show opens at the armory and the program features a grand electrical parade Flowers and Gems of Oregon tomorrow night. Daily band concerts balls motorcycle races athletic contests aquatic sports and fireworks fill the week as visitors crowd hotels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Rex Oregonus
Armory
Oregon
Texas University marks 30th anniversary celebration
Commencement week at the University of Texas in Austin opens marking its thirtieth anniversary. Hundreds of former students return to join the celebration which will culminate in the exercises tomorrow. The university now counts 2,250 students and 140 instructors in the southwest’s leading college.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
University of Texas
Southwest
Snow Flurries Reported in Montreal Cold Snap
Snow fell briefly in Montreal as the temperature dropped to 35 degrees. Officials note such a cold spell has not occurred in fifty years, sparking surprise among residents and indicating an unusual late spring chill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Frost Claims Farm and Garden Crops in Rome
Farm and garden produce suffered heavy damage in Rome New York as temperatures plunged to 26 degrees last night with severe frost. The frost hit crops across farms and gardens, causing notable losses to local growers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
N. Y
The Drummer's Tender Heart
A commercial traveler recounts hearing of a disastrous fire affecting his firm. He sent a telegram of sympathy to the boss, claiming the expense as a business write off. The tale highlights humor in kindness and frugality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester Guardian
Plausible Excuse at the Oyster Dinner
A dining exchange shows a guest accusing a soup of containing a tooth while the waiter defers. The guest questions the meat’s origin and the server offers a vague justification about the ox biting its tail.
Williamson Roused by Reported Attempted Rape
In Williamson a violent assault was reported against Mrs. Lloyd Alley wife of a former police chief. The intruder a unknown negro entered her home threatened to kill if she screamed and beat her in a bedroom scuffle while her two young children cried. neighbors arrived as the suspect fled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamson
Lloyd Alley
Develish
Bluefield
Bankrupt Petition for Discharge in West Virginia Court
United States Bankruptcy Court Southern District of West Virginia notes a petition for discharge for C. O. Floyd of Bluefield Mercer County. Hearing set July 9, 1913 at Bluefield with notice by Daily Telegraph. creditors to appear and present objections if any. Judge Benj F. Keller signs, clerk Edwin M. Kratley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States of America
West Virginia
United States
C. O. Floyd
Benj. F. Keller
District Court of the United States
Co. O. Bloyd
Bluefield
Mercer
Daily Telegraph
Negro attacks woman in West Williamson home
A brute forced entry around 11 pm in West Williamson injuring Mrs. Alley and fatally shocking neighbors. A constable’s family and a large posse pursued a suspect, arresting two men that night. Mrs. Alley’s condition improved after doctors treated severe throat trauma and a stomach blow. A second arrest of a barber linked to the case was reported, with transport on train No. 15 under guard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brute
West Williamson
Alley
Williamson
Shippers Cannot Sue for Rebates as Damages
The U S supreme court reversed a Pennsylvania ruling, holding shippers cannot sue for damages before rebates are secured by competitors. The decision limits shipper rights, with Justice Pitney dissenting in all three connected cases. The Mitchell Coal and Coke Co Morris Dale Coal Co suits force recourse to the Interstate Commerce Commission first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Supreme Court
Pennsylvania
International Coal Mining
Clearfield
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pitney
Mitchell Coal and Coke Company
Interstate Commerce Commission
Coutsu
Morrisdale Coal Company
Justice Lamar
Justice Pitney
Derby suffragette dies at Epsom Hospital
Emily Wilding Davison, a leading suffragette, dies at Epsom Hospital from a skull fracture after attempting to impede the king's horse Amner during the Derby. Inquest set for Tuesday. funeral planned in London with Women’s Social and Political Union participation. Hyde Park speech by Mrs Despard urges action to end the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Emily Wilding Davison
Epsom Hospital
Amner
Miss Davison
Hyde Park
Cordial Welcome for Brazilian Official Arrives in Washington
Washington on June 4 reports a formal welcome planned for Dr. Laura Muller Brazilian foreign affairs minister arriving by government yachts Mayflower Sylph and Dolphin. A convoy of warships will meet the Minas Geras at Hampton Roads with ceremonies and a reception by President Wilson and Secretary Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Laura Muller
Senator Root
Wood
Dudley Field Malone
Dolphin
Hampton Roads
Muller
Root
South America
Florida
Arkansas
Beale
Perkins
Waike
Minas Geras
Bryan
Fort Monroe
Wilson
Thin Ice Bites New York Farms
Frosts blanket Middletown and surrounding areas in June causing widespread damage to vegetation as thin ice forms in many locations and frost levels rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Middletown
N. Y
Lobby probes see hint of underground influence at Congress
Washington investigators focus on those who sought to sway lawmakers as the senate probe turns to Washington pursuits. Former Senator Charles Faulkner, Gorge of West Virginia, testifies he represented twenty two major railroads, filing briefs and arranging hearings. Other witnesses include I A Hull Town, A W Kopp Mississippi, Charles S Bennett New York, and Charles B Landis Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Lobby Investigation Committee
House of Representatives
Ali
Capitol
Congress
Charles J. Faulk
Charles A. Faulkner
West Virginia
Faulkner
Cummins
Creosote
I. A. K. Hull
Town
A. W. Kopp
Mississippi
Charles S. Bennett
New York
Charles B. Landis
Indiana
War Between Balkan Allies Now Inevitable
London reports both sides refuse concessions and war among Balkan states appears hourly imminent. If Bulgaria rejects the Servian note without change, Servia and Greece will declare annexation of Macedonian territory, creating a casus belli. Bulgaria is seen as lacking funds for war, while Servia and Greece hold stronger positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Balkan
Bulgaria
Servia
Greece
Bumper Wheat Crop Forecast In U S June Report
The department of agriculture forecasts a bumper wheat and flour yield in the 1910 season. Estimated harvest totals 744 million bushels with 492 million winter wheat and 252 million spring wheat. Record yields hinge on exceptionally favorable conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Miller Named to Virginia Debt Commission
Joseph S. Miller of Kenova was appointed by Governor Hatfield as a member of the Virginia debt commission to succeed Judge John H. Holt. The 15 member panel will meet in Charleston for organization to address the suit between Virginia and the state and Virginia authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quarleston
W. V
Joseph S. Miller
Kenova
Hatfield
Virginia Debt Commission
John H. Holt
Huntington
Virginia
May Be Colder Today In New York Weather Record
The weather bureau reported the day as the coldest June in history with a low of forty seven degrees in New York. Indications suggested temperatures would fall further tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Weather Bureau
Well Defiance at Blood Disorders
An old advertisement touts a tonic medicine 8S 8S and its blood purifying effects. It claims to regenerate blood supply, relieve eczema and skin conditions, and ease rheumatism and fatigue. The Swift Specific Co. advertises a product 8S. S&S 8S sold widely with a medical department offering advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift Specific Co
Swift Bid
Atlanta
SS. S&s
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E. F. Randolph & Co., Silversmiths and Jewelers
Gltizens Underwriters Agency
Flat Top National Bank
Binefield, W. Va
Bluefield Normal & Business College
W. H. Cunningham
Elks Opera House
Keith
Hayama
Imperial Japanese
Louise Carlisle
Dan Delmar
Tripple Voleg
Aivous
Victoria, Theatre
Musical Comedy Co
Thompson
Victoria Theatre
Jim Willson
J. C. Goodall
Pocahontas
H. C. Hale
Coeburn
C. Campbell
Paterson, N. J
S. C. Graham
Tazewell
Thomas BE. Peery
F. M. Cecil
T. Z Cecil
Springton
J. W. Ciapman
J. W. Tarter
City
John R. Gou
Mr. Gete
The
Bluefield Undertaking Co
Frances Gardner
Miles Cary
Moffett Tanner
Washington and Lee University
Mamie Anderson
Roanoke
Cheressa Ewald
Bland
W. F. McColgan
Mis. C. R. Grayson
Beulah
Willie Frenchlef
Mrs. W Laugson
M. D. Roderick
S. P. Williams
George Lager
Newton Roberts
Crystal
Friends
the City
W. H. Parish
Winston-Salem, N. C
Quartette
Texas University
Right
Isadore Cohen
Jewelers
Edwin M. Kratley
R. L. Gosling
Derby
Epsom
Charles J. Faulkner
West Virginian
J. S. Miller
Debt Commission
Zemo
R. A. Stierlin
Supt
Electrotype Dept
Sanders Engraving Co
St. Louis
E. W. Rose Medicine Co
East End Pramacy and
Bluefield Pharmacy
Madame Krumpetz
Princeton Avenue
Kuttyhunk
Diamond, McDonnell & Co., Mfs
Philadelphia
Percy J. McElrath
W. VA
Bramwell
J. D. Shott
Telegraph
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