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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
4
The passage voices a Burkean view that authority guides upbringing and self knowledge. It frames conflict as a strengthening force between guardian legislator and student, arguing adversaries sharpen understanding. It emphasizes intimate knowledge of objects through challenging engagement.
A Harvard area death reveals Barnard Bennett an old clothes dealer who left an estate above $100,000. The piece weighs on whether wealth equals wisdom and argues that true progress comes from thinking and scholarship, not money. It notes the value of scholars over material gain and questions Bennett’s life choice compared to university graduates. It also mentions candy for jackies and pensions for Washington staff.
In Mexico Huerta dispatches telegrams to Villa urging civility. Constitutionalists show little concern for mediator identity, focused on finishing the war despite the politicking.
In Detroit a modest retiree named William A. Horn died at a waterfront home. Known as Billy Horn, he quietly saved forty eight lives over the years, beginning as a child with his first rescue a girl. His deeds were not spoken of by him.
The essay mourns Pilly Horn a 52 year old rescuer who risked his life to save others. It honors his repeated dives, heroic acts, and the public farewell as tears mark the service. It contrasts his memory with histories of destroyers and notes the era’s social reach from labor to suffragists.
A thermometer resists governance by social propriety standards, provoking discussion about etiquette and public behavior. The incident raises questions about decorum, authority, and how devices challenge expected norms.
A searing defense of Bruce Ismay amid accusations of cowardice after the Titanic disaster. The piece contrasts his survival with the heroism of others, condemning Ismay's life as a consequence of perceived shame. It portrays English and American scorn, Ismay’s seclusion in Ireland, and the harsh judgment of maritime honor.
The article describes new skirt silhouettes with a slight flare at the hem and hidden fasteners for sports wear. It lists preferred materials such as white taffetas moire gabardine and crepe, color trends from Callot checks to stripes, and cites specific pattern numbers with yardage and sizes.
The Huntington Herald-Dispatch recalls Arnold as a traitor to liberty and his nation. It questions May if guilty and labels him a traitor to manhood and to all nations.
A collage of newspaper quotes lampooning public policy and leaders. The snappy lines critique media spin, empire tensions, and war figures while mixing playful and pointed jibes across several outlets.
A reflective quote duo contrasts old and new standards in dress and identity. The Washington Star notes on gradual modernization, while C. L. Edson jokes about appearances and gender norms.
A report notes a man described as the Baby Farm appears at No 16 Higginbotham avenue in St. town. Police seek witnesses to verify the sighting and locate the individual for inquiry.
A primary election is called to nominate a congressional candidate for the Fifth West Virginia district to be voted on in November 1914. Election set for July 18 1914 from 7 a.m. to sundown across twelve counties Boone Cabell Lincoln Logan Mason Mingo Mercer McDowell Putnam Raleigh Wayne Wyoming. Candidates must file notice with W P Hawley Bluefield secretary treasurer by June 18 1914 and pay $756 entrance fee. At the same primary each county elects one district committee member.
The county committees of twelve counties are invited to hold primaries on the 18th for state senate and congressional nominations. They will appoint election officials, prepare tickets, and supervise voting under rules from the 1912 and 1914 cycles. Final results determine nominees for congress and state offices. The notice, dated Huntington May 30, 1914, is signed by Earl Henry and W P Hawley.
Charles E Wheeler of Matoaka West Virginia announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for clerk of Mercer County Court and asks voters to support him in the primary or convention. He notes the Democratic convention will be held on July 11 and requests support. The statement also reiterates his prior clerk title in Mercer County.
In 1914 notices, J A French of Matoaka and M W Christie of Princeton seek Republican nominations for Mercer County Superintendent and Clerk of the County Court respectively, inviting party support ahead of primaries or conventions. E H Witten also declares candidacy for clerk and asks voters to back him in the primary or convention.
Candidate M. L. Barrett declares bid for Mercer County Clerk West Virginia and pledges full time if elected. J. E. T. Sentz also files as Republican candidate subject to primary or convention.
A Progressive mass convention is scheduled in Princeton West Virginia on Thursday June 18 1914 at 2 p m to choose delegates to the congressional convention in Huntington and to select delegates for the seventh senatorial district. The meeting will nominate candidates for all county and district offices to be filled at the November election. All Progressives are invited to attend and participate. By order of the Progressive county committee hk D Finnegan Chairman L G Scott Secretary.
Notice announces a Mercer county Republican executive committee meeting in Princeton West Virginia on Saturday June 13 at 2 pm. The purpose is to call a primary election for nominees for fall offices and to transact other business. J C Pack is chairman and S N Worley secretary.
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