Advertising Rates and Notable Miscellany Collected
A mixed page item notes post office mail rates in Bluefield West Virginia while surveying a jumble of topics. It highlights an artful catalogue from the American Type Founders Company praising new type faces borders and decorative ornaments and mentions a recent auction sale of a strips collection by H G Owen Wheeler of the London Philatelic Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Owen Wheeler
The
London Philatelic Society
How To Find Out If kidney trouble is present
An old advice piece explains using a glass test for sediment to indicate kidney issues and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy. It claims the product cures back pain urinary troubles and overactive bladder and offers a free sample bottle and book by mail from Kilmer Swamp Root Co Binghamton NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & — Some of Swamptroot, Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Kilmer
Binghamton, N.Y
The Steady Subscriber Who Pays in Advance
A prose tribute extols the loyal reader who subscribes early and consistently pays the year ahead. The piece praises the household value and cheer he brings to the newspaper office, highlighting his renewal as a welcome source of support.
Hall's Catarrh Cure sworn to by Cheney in Toledo 1886
Frank J. Cheney declares he is senior partner of F. J Cheney & Co in Toledo Ohio and that one hundred dollars is owed for each case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A. W. Gleaver certifies December 6, 1886. Sold by all druggists 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
City of
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J Cheney & Co
A. D
A. W. Gleaver
Hall
Uneney & Co
Trleto O. Poid
The First Voters and the New York League
The American Protective Trails League of New York seeks names of young men who will vote for the first time in the 1904 presidential election. Inquiry cards solicit names and addresses, responses flow in by mail, building a list to distribute literature aimed at informing young electors about party questions. Readers are asked to send names to the Daily Telegraph for forwarding to the Economist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Protective Trails League of
New York
Economist
The Mother's Prayer
A mother prays for her son asking divine protection and guidance. She pleads to keep him young a while longer and asks God to shape him into a man while preserving his tender years and sweetness in his later years.
Doan’s Kidney Pills Credited With Relief
A Bluefield resident testifies that Doan’s Kidney Pills relieved kidney pain back ache and irregular secretions after unsuitable results from other remedies. The testimonial notes a purchase at John L. Crockett’s drug store and promotion by Foster-Mulbourn Co Buffalo as sale agents in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ned Morrie
Laween St
Dean
Jno. L. Crockett
Foster-Mulburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Doan
Little Early Risers and Hosters Ale Ad
An advertisement promotes DeWitt s Little Early Risers as a gentle laxative praised by users from Houston and Lafayette. It also sells Hosters Pale Ale and Hosters Porter as top market beverages from select barley malt and hops through first class saloons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoster’s
Hosters
New Life Pills Promise Quick Relief for Headaches
Dr King’s New Life Pills claim to cure sick and nervous headaches by purifying blood and boosting health. They cost 25 cents and come with a money back guarantee if not helped, available at all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Arnica Salve Promises Quick Aid for Remote Homes
A fragment states that living far from civilization can lead to desperation after accidents and recommends Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best earthly remedy for cuts wounds and ulcers sold at druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Ice wagons to start on May Sth and coupon books sale
May 5 6 plan to begin ice wagon service with coupon books sold by calling No 20. Prices show 1205 lbs books for $6 and 509 lbs for $5 cash. no credit, paid upon delivery, refunds offered if service unsatisfactory.
Fainted Paragraphs and Social Sayings Recalled
A jumble of aphorisms on vocation pastime gambling gardening and humorists notes cartoonists joining humor groups and a quip about shirts and songs plus an ad urging Browed malt liquors from L Hostler Brewing under Ohio’s pure food law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L Hoster
Ohio
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promises Digestive Relief
An old advertisement touts Kodol GIVES STRENGTH as a digestive aid that enables digestion and blood nourishment. It claims to cure dyspepsia and stomach disorders and notes it is sold by Jno. L. Crockett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jno. L. Crockett
Blackstone Mining to Hold Annual Stockholders Meeting
Notice announces Blackstone Mining Company annual meeting of stock holders at Hallsville West Virginia July 13 1903 at 10 o clock am to elect a board of directors and transact other lawful business Secretary. Lost pin between Bluefield and Grinchem with initials C G Day on tack reward offered to Captain D Baldwin Bluefield or To Graham Baylor Gryff
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackstone Mining Company
Hallsville
West Va
Bluefield
Grinchem
Maine C. G
D . Baldwin
G. Baylor
Graham, Gryff
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted By Firms Involved
The notice claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve heals blind bleeding itching piles and skin diseases with no car left by substitutes. It cites endorsements from E C DeWitt Co in New York and Chicago and lists Jno L Crockett as a seller. It also urges Chamberlains Cough Remedy to prevent pneumonia from colds and grips noting its safety and quick action and White's Pharmacy as seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. DeWitt and Co
DeWitt's
DeWitt’s
Jno. L. Crockett
Nurse wanted to wait on lady and baby
Help sought by C. E. Harman in Keystone West Virginia for a nurse to attend a lady and her infant at home. Coordinate lodging and wages with the employer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Harman
Keystone, W. Va
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promoted as Stomach Health Remedy
An advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as essential for stomach health and overall strength. It claims no appetite, loss of strength, nervousness, headaches, and indigestion are quickly cured, urging readers to take the remedy for digestive troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jno. L. Crockett
Startling Evidence for Dr King’s New Discovery
Fresh testimony asserts Dr King’s New Discovery cures consumption coughs and colds and prevents relapse. T J McFarland of Benterville Virginia claims three years of bronchitis ended after using the remedy. It is praised for lung and throat ailments including pneumonia and grip. Trial bottles are free and regular size bottles priced at $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
T. J. McFarland Benterville
Electric Bitters Proclaimed Cure After Severe Illness
Mrs. Neweron of Decatur Alabama endured three years of indigestion and stomach and bowel trouble. Doctors failed until Electric Bitters was tried, producing immediate improvement and lasting relief for liver kidney and stomach issues. Priced 80 cents and guaranteed by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Ala
Bank statement and bankruptcy notice from Mercer County
The notice announces a bankruptcy proceeding for J PR Plater of Mercer County with a hearing at the referee office in the town named. It lists assets liabilities including banking balances and real estate, and sets claim filing requirements and a June 13, 1903 date with a notary certification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Distrh
HR Boupiegtn Dietrich
Whee Vili
Banhhupteys
Danksuptey
J PR. Plater
Woreer
Merer
Commissioner's Notice in WV land dispute 1903
State of West Virginia against George L Karnes and unknown owners of about thirty acres in Mercer county. Commissioner Sutton announces will begin duties July 6 1908 in Princeton to discharge decree of reference. Copies of decree published with notice and all claimants may attend to protect interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
West Virginia
George L. Karnes
Rock District
Mercer County
R. D. Karnes
C. A. Bowling
W. L. Bowling
David Archer
Princeton
Mercer
M. Sutton
Decree in Mercer County WV Redeeming 125 and 30 Acre Tracts
Circuit Court of Mercer County orders an accounting of taxes due on two tracts, 125 acres and about 30 acres, as G L Karnes and J W Davis et al seek redemption. Commissioner A M Sutton to state the account and give notice as required by law before final decree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Karnes
Als
J. W. Davis
Edward V. Maitland
Virginia K. Maitland
A. M. Sutton
Hester's Weiner Export Rumor Highlights Local Trade
A fragment mentions Hester's Weiner Export and an unclear claim about extra fine beer for family use, suggesting a small local trade note with limited readable detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hester
VA Rail Schedule Fragments From Roanoke Notice
Train timetable details show routes and departures for the Shenandoah Valley line through Welch Bluefield Pocahontas Welch Pocahontas to Columbus Cincinnati and Coopers Bramwell with daily trains from Bluefield and Tamwell stations. The notice lists times and destinations, urging passengers to consult agents for maps and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lew Pe Ofield O
Welch
Irvenate
Ana Scop
Pocahontas
Editor Declares Chamberlain Cough Remedy Cured Grip
Frank W. Perry editor of the Enter prise at Shorteville New York reports a severe grip attack cured by one bottle of Chamberlain s Cough Remedy He says a teaspoonful stops coughing at night and shortens the illness The remedy is sold at White s Pharmacy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank W. Perry
The
Enterprise
Shorteville
N. Y
Grip
Edieu
White
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bluefield Daily Telegrap
Hugh Ike
Farnisiet
Bluefield W. Va
Hoapice
St. Bernard
Arkansas
Homer
Boston
London
Richard Harding Davis
Balkans
Davie
W. H. Howell
Houston
Tex
Rob Moore
Lafayette
Ind
DeWitt
Joe
L Crockett
B. J McCalhioca
N. White
Crump & Stafford
Daily Stock Market
Bluefield Real Estate and Stock Exchange
O Dell & Co
Cinctonati
Sats
New York Stock Exchange
Chicago Board of Trade
R. — Shirey
Chamberlain
White's Pharmacy
BR T. OM Ag
Me&t
Manhattan
Os N&w
Yang Ray S. Pacific
C &l
St Paul
Sok
Thophroo
Heamweil
Bramwel
Virginia
Bueress Dune
Resources
Sagenee
Preminma
Bunting House
Kaia B Petty
Cehier
J B. Perry
Ceebier
Issac T. Mann
Jenkin Jones
Edwin Mann
A I Gongrey
Notary Poble
W. B. Honaker
G. W. Mays
Mec
Uc Loch Streety
W. B Bevill
G. P
Roanoke
Geu P
Bluefield Avenue
W. S. Crocketit, F. D
Undertaker
Embalimer
Prince Building
Wiard Street
Joan A. Chambers
Justice-of-the-Peace
Luevield, W. VA
Morton R. Emmons
Fale
iMfire
Blulkield
W. VA
James K. Morrison
Wiggins Brock
Cincinnati
Grain
Pavision
Lam Ina
Lam
Commission Touls
Bergo
Chievg Board of Trade
Baldwins Real Estate
Haniles
B. Baldwin
Pioneer Real Estate
Citizens Bank
Bluefield, W. Va
Thomas Kf. Peery, M. D
N. & W. Railway
T. Fl. Finley & CO
Aso
T. M. Finley &O
Summers ST
R. J. D McCue
Whie & Peer Building
Lerner
White’s Pharmacy
Hicks & CO
Hicks
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