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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1909
Page
4
The editorial urges relentless prosecution of Black Hand members arrested in Ohio. It argues all under the flag deserve protection from extortion. Petro Cree received fifteen years at Moundsville, with many co conspirators in Welch jail awaiting trial. equal sentences are demanded unless evidence is flawed.
A Philadelphia widow Mrs Annis, grieving husband’s death in a murder case, appears on a New York vaudeville stage promoting a piece tied to her late husband. The column condemns the act as morbid sensationalism and notes public revulsion. It also touches on smoking laws, arms shipments claims, gun debate, tobacco practices, a Boston damages suit, hay fever savings, and tariff veto fervor with brief asides.
The text notes that even the Aldrich schedules are below present duties and questions who holds the $35.01 per capita circulation. It implies concern over who benefits from the current distribution as per capita figures rise.
A wide list of residents and visitors are noted in Pocahontas, including Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Umberger in Wytheville, Miss Jennie Bracy returning to Farmville, and Miss Mabel Baach visiting Saltville. Others tour Richmond, Bluefield, and Roanoke while townsfolk attend college, recover from illness, or host relatives at The Maples, The Oaks, and nearby homes.
A satirical note contrasts wholesome flour with cleanliness, stating flour must be clean to be wholesome. The remark implies standards for edible goods and public health in a concise, ironic jab.
A reader asks about kidney function and related pains including back and groin discomfort. The message references potential overwork of the nervous system and asks if these symptoms indicate kidney and bladder trouble.
Bert R Lean of Cheng Washington narrates a frightful lung trouble that resisted expert doctors in Spokane and California until Dr King s New Discovery cured him. The remedy claims to treat lung trouble bronchitis coughs colds asthma croup and whooping cough with 50 cents and one dollar sizes and a trial bottle free guaranteed by all druggists.
F A Francisco of Bluefield Passenger Conductor will apply June 21 1909 in Mercer circuit court for a license to carry a revolver under West Virginia code amended February 16 1909.
A Gainesboro Tennessee editor praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best on the market. He notes it gave his baby relief from winter colds and recommends it whenever possible. The ad lists West End Pharmacy East End Pharmacy and Bluefield Pharmacy as sellers. L. F. Bailey listed as passenger conductor with date 6 11 10t.
Notices invite contractors to bid by June 20 1909 to erect a two story residence in Mullins West Virginia. Plans may be seen at the bidder’s Mullins office or at A F Wysong architect in Princeton WV after June 5 1909. Right to reject any or all bids reserved.
A promotional note urges customers to ask for DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve, claiming it original and effective for cuts burns bruises and especially piles, sold by all druggists.
Sweden expands peat use for power with bog based plants producing 2000 to 5000 tons yearly. U S researchers see peat plants in bogs powering nearby towns and possibly Florida to Jacksonville. By products include gas for power and ammonia sulfate with peat moisture noted and wood substitute potential discussed.
Legal text notes K. W. Francisco secures permission or possession of a revolver in accordance with the act dated February 16, indicating a formal compliance or issuance under statutory provisions.
The McDowell County Court at Welch granted forty three liquor licenses. Keystone received fifteen. North Fork two. Clark one. Keystone operates under a legislative charter banning saloons within a mile, affecting Clark and North Fork. The case spurred legal contest but licenses were issued to all pending higher-court review.
A total solar eclipse will occur Thursday, visible in most of the United States and Canada. The eclipse follows a rare pattern, staying annular at times and becoming total before returning to annular, with the central arc over the far north and most of North America only seeing a partial view. Foley's Kidney Remedy is advertised for kidney or bladder issues, with claims of relief from backache and urinary problems.
A sufferer with stomach trouble takes Dr. King’s New Life Pills and experiences relief from dyspepsia and indigestion. He is also pleased by improved appetite, stronger nerves, and healthy vigor as his stomach liver and kidneys work properly. Sold for 25 cents at all druggists.
Advert says Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures cuts burns bruises sores and more. Claims no salve better for eczema salt rheum piles and sore eyes with wide drugstore distribution.
Of Interest to Farmers and Mechanics advertises Foley's Urine Laxatives as effective for constipation stomach and liver trouble. It claims the laxative sweetens the stomach breath gently stimulates the liver regulates the bowels and surpasses pills and ordinary laxatives. Sold by all druggists.
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