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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1929
Page
6
The notice outlines subscription prices by mail and by city carrier with zones and durations. Rates include one year and six month terms for West Virginia readers, and separate zone-based pricing extending to 600 miles. Postage and advance payment requirements are noted, with multiple regional tiers described.
A compact aphorism contrasts divine righteousness with human conduct. Herbert Spencer argues there is one true form of right action like a single straight line, while sin is a reproach to nations and Proverbs 4 34 is cited.
A major oil firm with over forty subsidiaries hires prospectors engineers and scientists to explore uncharted jungles for petroleum. The text suggests vast untapped regions in Africa South America Siberia Australia and even Greenland may hold future deposits. It argues oil reserves surpass current estimates and could extend supply horizons.
An appellate decision from Louisiana reversed a lower judgment for a motorist sued by a pedestrian. The court ruled both parties may use the highway, but the pedestrian need not foresee traffic behind, while the driver must anticipate pedestrians deviating and slow accordingly to avoid hazard.
Twenty years ago today Heart Lumber Co began establishing a plant at Kelleyville while G L Byrom resigned as Graham High principal. McDowell County Court licensed forty three saloons as Bluefield faced a severe electrical storm causing damage and the Commercial Telegraphers strike affected the city. Ming Blanche M Artis and Robert B Norman were married at Welch.
Jane searches for violets as spring nears and hopes to see bright buds this year. She plans to pick a few yet won't uproot plants or trample hidden roots. A child will seek shaded violets each spring in the community.
In a dissent the court noted a pedestrian walking straight ahead may deviate without looking back, placing duty on motorists to give wider safety margin. Another case found the fire damage from a wreck should be fully covered by insurance, as the fire caused the crash and the driver acted as any prudent motorist would.
A crowd of 275 to 300 will gather at the Hotel Morgan for a testimonial dinner honoring Robert M. Lambie, head of the West Virginia Department of Mines. Speakers include the state university president, with Lambie praised for leading mine safety, rescue, and training efforts across the state.
The article notes doctors preach healthy eating yet may snack poorly. It cites a trend from strenuous pastimes to milder outdoor activity, the rise of golf on campuses, and a study by Hrdlicka on 100 National Academy of Sciences members showing superior physique and longevity.
A June New York reflection details how wealthy women and men defy social norms by taking up varied ventures from teaching dance and running shops to writing and theater. It contrasts bohemian pasts with modern domestic prosperity while warning of risks facing young women drawn by independence. Gilbert Swan.
The article argues Republicans leverage Democratic rifts as historical meat, noting Fletcher’s critique of GOP attempts to capitalize on internal Democratic divisions. It recalls 1912 splits aiding Wilson, contrasts Hoover’s victory, and includes assorted anecdotes about Ford, a turkey story, and Oklahoma dog ownership as light political color.
A montage of random political quips cites Portes Gil supporting Prohibition in Mexico, frequent eruptions at Mount Vesuvius, and satire about war abolition. It notes a New York artist claiming Tibetans revere President Hoover, and closes with a jab about Charley Dawea.
The piece notes that skilled scientists physically reflected their ancestral backgrounds such as German, Russian, or Italian as part of a broader claim about inherited traits shaping groups. It presents a dated and controversial perspective on race and intellect.
A domestic incident draws attention as a markedly disproportionate struggle ends with the smaller spouse accused of assault. Police respond to a residence disturbance where the husband weighs about 250 pounds and the wife around 80 pounds.
Platform proposes quarterly tax payments to government levels, mine safety and operator training, barriers on rural curves, and gasoline taxes to replace personal property taxes. Also calls for Bluefield area factory growth, road and street plans, and elections stressing the sacredness of civic privilege.
From Tennessee childhood captains to Washington power brokers, AJ. Gen. B. Frank Cheatham and Rear Admiral Joseph Johnson Cheatham emerged as key figures in U.S. military logistics. Frank led the 1st division quartermaster effort in France and later became quartermaster general. Joe carved a navy career starting in 1894 and rose to prominence in supply and accounts.
The piece argues that despite 4000 years of political and social strain, humans gradually move toward justice and prosperity. It contrasts ancient Egyptian hopes with modern persistence, notes the US Canada undefended frontier, and cites rabbit pests in New Zealand and Australia turning into economic opportunities through trade in rabbit skins and resulting prosperity from American demand.
Pan American Airways official dies of injuries from a plane crash becoming the second fatality of the mishap. In Columbus a man and wife perish from poisoned liquor. In Giugliano an Italian killed by a former business rival after returning from the United States. In New York three killed and five others hurt in a dry dock explosion. In Washington Lowman affirms customs petrolmen who killed a man in Minnesota. In London Dawes arrives. in New York Mrs. Coolidge writes about the presidential household. In London the Prince of Wales is not invited to Princess Ingrid’s ball. In Babylon New York Minor Cooper Keith founder of United Fruit dies. In Washington the Senate and House approve a debentureless farm bill. In Annapolis Babe Ruth is recuperating on Chesapeake Bay.
Logan reports three escaped prisoners from state road camp captured. Charleston notes the Public Service Commission authorizes Clarksburg Light and Heat to implement an additional rate for large consumers who elect to accept them. Charles Town covers Harpers Ferry district approving a high school bond issue. Clarksburg mentions a post office job and Buckhannon notes three men escape from Upshur county jail. There are 508 hospitals in the United States for treatment of
In Havre de Grace Maryland on June 14 a coroner's jury sent 40 year old widow Mrs Hattie Stone to trial on a murder charge in connection with the death of her 15 year old son George on June 4 The coroner and physicians testified poison was found in Georges viscera and a prior death in the Stone family is suspected Edward Stone may be exhumed for investigation.
Reykjavik June 14 Swedish aviators decide to stay in Iceland indefinitely until a special engineer arrives from Germany to inspect the airplane motor. Repairs by local crew did not fix persistent motor trouble that halted three attempts to reach Greenland. A specialist was expected by June 23 to bring spare parts or a new motor.
The piece explains how federal employees face costly bonding, with bonds ranging from thousands to millions. It notes Congress debates covering bonding fees, the Treasury’s 94 approved surety firms, and the large bonds for postal, mint, and contract work while stressing accountability for both workers and surety firms.
Pittsburgh June 14 A formal murder charge was brought against Felix Fertak alleged confessed Jaworski gang member for the killing of guard Isiah Gump during the December 24 1925 Mollenauer payroll robbery. Grand jury to hear Monday. charges may extend to Sam Pallas and Stanley Bodjikowski as well.
An observed product claim for BC suggests relief from headaches and nervous tension. The text notes headaches, sciatic pain, and general nerve discomfort with implied positive effects. No concrete data or dosing is provided.
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