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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1906
Page
2
A collection of brief mentions from Bluefield notes many residents traveling visiting relatives and returning home. Several names such as Miss R Dave Mrs M Wright and Mr J Kyle Montague are noted with movements to Roanoke Bedford City Christiansburg and Northfork alongside local shippers and conductors like B L Shumate. The item closes with a local tease about Blue Ribbon flavor and Bluefield Grocery Company promotions.
The state shows dramatic prosperity with wealth and population surges since 1896. Cities like Huntington Charleston Fairmont and others near 20,000 plus will rise. numerous towns pass 10,000. Railroads streetcars coal mines new factories fuel rapid growth across Mercer McDowell Logan Boone Mingo and beyond. The oil and gas industries remain steady despite declines elsewhere.
Green Seal Liquid Paint offers a dressy finish for homes. Eureka Hardware Co. advertises the product for sale, promising a neater exterior and enhanced curb appeal.
A historical note claims Argo Red Salmon enhances Alaska's value to the United States. The text also mentions a one half cord of wood not needed to light a cigarette or pipe when using Golden Trophy union made smoking tobacco.
Instructions explain opening Argo Red Salmon by placing the can on its side, inserting a can opener at the seam, then standing the can upright and turning the opener around the top to remove the lid in one piece. The salmon then comes out intact.
Advertisement notes that ALWAY THIN THE GREEN SEAL PAINTS use pure Linger Oil for outside work. The paint is heavy body and should be thinned to economize for consumers. Sold by Eureka Hardware Co.
A vintage readers note warns against smoking a brand tobacco product found in the Blue Book. It mentions a big bag priced at five cents as a curious detail from the era.
In Altamont the well known Dr Cavanaugh presents remedies for squinting cross eyes blepharitis myopia astigmatism presbyopia and other eye troubles. He invites patients to consult first and learn what can be done before any expense. Visit room 44 Altamont Hotel.
Advertises sale opportunities from Graham Land & Improvement Co. Includes 50x120 foot Midway lots on car line near Bluefield or Graham with easy terms at 250 to 00. six Logan street lots at 250 each. six Highland avenue lots priced from 150 to 400, plus six room N and W district house at 8200. Also offers listing for property for sale or rent.
The article argues choosing paint by quality over cheapest price and mentions long term cost. It notes Green Seal products may be preferable and cites Eareka Hardware Co as the seller.
The crack custom tailor presents summer suits with no lining yet they hold their shape. Single or double breasted designs offer lasting fit and sharp appearance suitable for all-time wear. Customers will be pleased with the outfit’s attractive look and tailored quality.
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