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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1912
Page
8
The fragment presents a poetic fragment with Whot and Pur and a vow to endure scorns. It evokes Shakespearean cadence and a vow-like line reminiscent of Shenstone. The excerpt reflects lyric mood more than a narrative event or report.
The Connellsville Courier reports threats by Flinn and Governor Glasscock to reconvene and instruct electors to oppose Taft. It notes no real bolting in Harrisburg or Huntington conventions, describes steamroller tactics, and criticizes Sunday observances and political clashes in Greenbrier era style.
The Carpathia captain praised by congress for rescuing Titanic passengers and crew received medals amid reforms in big liner operations. A near ship captain blamed for inaction was removed from command, signaling higher humane standards in transatlantic travel. The Titanic tragedy spurred calls for regulation and safety improvements, yet overall oceanic death tolls remain relatively low for the era.
The piece discusses keeping children busy during long summers through simple at home projects. One family hired a college student to teach carpentry, costing little and yielding well crafted boxes and items. The lesson emphasized doing work with accuracy and finish, valuable beyond money for a child’s mindset.
The governor shifts political stance from Taft to Roosevelt, citing a signed interview and a Chicago convention pledge. He attended a Par kersburg convention, pledging to support the Chicago nominee, and states he would reconvene the state convention to instruct electors for Roosevelt if Taft is not named.
Editorial argues that millions of nonproducers in the country contribute to elevated living costs, asserting their lack of productive output influences prices and economic pressure.
The piece notes restaurant price hikes during convention week and mocked advertising waste as delegates’ wives prepare picnics with ham sandwiches. It also criticizes the supreme court for treating the commerce commission as a mere police judge rather than ensuring real trials.
A Hammondeyort doctor flies by airplane to reach an accident case, promoting medical mobility. Notes cite Dr. Wiley's stance on autonomy in public life, and quips about conventions, education, and local sports while urging readers to consult the Want Column.
An advertisement urges readers planning vacations to rely on the Daily Telegraph for up to date local and national event coverage. It promotes calling the business office, promising to handle all arrangements.
The Petersburg Dispatch discusses Prof Willis L Moore’s plan for an Atlantic weather bureau. Every steamer with wireless would send daily observations to shore, then be shared with all ships to broadcast forecasts. Warnings could allow faster boats to alter course to avoid storms while slower vessels detour. Success depends on mariners accepting the service rather than ignoring warnings.
A collage of editorials and quotes from major papers notes ongoing themes in American politics. References include Rockefeller stock gains, the vice president’s role, Lorimer vote talk, and Wall Street reactions to Morse, reflecting public discourse across cities.
The toxin is extremely powerful and can cause severe muscle contractions. Tetanus antitoxin from horse blood is more effective as prevention than cure, especially when given early or in large doses. It is advised to administer antitoxin after wounds likely to develop tetanus to prevent the disease.
The Keith vaudeville show arrives at the Elka Opera House with Bob the boxing kangaroo Gordon and Norton in a singing and talking act and Gene Diete in acrobatic clown work. Matinees start at 2:30 with ten cent admission. evening shows at 7:30 with balcony ten cents and lower floor twenty cents. Read the Want Column for details.
In a June 10 1912 letter Wells Goodykoontz of Williamson West Virginia congratulates Hughes on winning the Republican nomination for Congress in the Fifth district. He recalls vote totals by county praises resources and expresses willingness to campaign for Hughes. He notes his own short campaign and urges party unity.
A New York Sun excerpt recalls a manager lamenting the decline of morning appetizers in hotels. It recounts a morning meal order by a fifty year old woman featuring grapefruit with brandy, oatmeal with champagne, and a demitasse sachet, with no bread touched and the diner leaving calmly after paying.
A description from the Courier de Londres explains 18th century fashion where Indies wore powdered white hair. Each pretentious home had a dedicated powdering cabinet with a curtained booth, a powder bowl stand, and a stool. The maid applied powder via a puff while the lady’s head protruded, a mask protecting eyes and face.
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