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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1910
Page
4
Advertisement promotes a mail subscription for the Daily Telegraph during summer, offering delivery to any U S or Canadian address for 40 percent per month. It targets readers spending months away and promises staying in touch with home news.
The Mercer county Republicans name Jas A Hughes for congress on the 23rd at Welch and, after returns are canvassed, E S Baker for state senator. An aggressive committee is chosen to run a strong campaign and the Daily Telegraph commends the nominees for avoiding abuse and anonymous circulars.
The Roanoke publication feigns horror at newspapers exaggerating West Virginia primaries and conventions. It mocks coverage of the Mann Tucker disturbance and a railroad platform convention, and dismisses Pocahontas as a minor topic while urging the Times to focus on Slemp and the trunk mystery.
The piece analyzes a county court contest as Republicans back a dry commissioner while Democrats consider a wet candidate. It notes past dry success despite a Taft loss and points to the duel for the county court becoming the central political clash between parties.
A fall vote determines which party gains control of the county's administrative body, shaping policy and governance. The outcome hinges on voter turnout and party support across districts.
The Tazewell Republican accuses Virginia districts of unfair apportionment, noting in the Ninth district 203,391 white and 19,316 colored residents share four senators and eleven delegates, while the Fourth district with 79,066 whites and 108,963 colored residents has four senators and nine and a half delegates, suggesting one white voter in the Fourth has as much power as three in the Ninth and calling the system unfair.
A Century Magazine writer Percy Mackaye suggests pageants as a constructive Fourth of July approach. He argues pageants can educate about history while avoiding risky celebrations. The piece touts the idea as a lasting solution to instill patriotism without tragedy.
The statement reflects a challenging scenario where optimism remains high despite unfavorable odds. Analysts note persistent doubt among rivals while supporters push forward with confidence, highlighting a push toward resilience amid uncertainty.
The Parkersburg Dispatch News argues Hubbard cannot win and Scott ought not to win in a pointed political feud. The piece reflects a partisan debate and urges readers to question the merits of the candidates.
Census bureau report shows 11 billion telephone conversations in 1907, up 124.3 percent from 1902. Details note 12,971 systems and 12,199,369 miles of wire, 25,298 salaried employees, and wages totaling $19,298,423. Telegraph lines lag behind in mileage and scale.
With most precincts in the tabulated returns show Scott leading by 3883 Lilly by 234 Baker by 379 Hawley over Doyle by 407 Sentz by 211 Steele over Doyle by 501 Sentz by 300 Lilly over Hunter by 900. The county committee meets in Princeton Saturday to canvass Wednesday’s primary results and declare winners.
Sealed bids for complete grading of east Prince ton avenue from the overhead bridge to the city limits are due by 12 oclock on July 1 1910. Bids must follow the profile on file with the city engineer. The board may reject any or all bids. By order of the board of affairs J T Akers Auditor.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsed by Walding Kinman & Marvin and others who vouch for F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo. Cure is taken internally and said to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free. price five dollars per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation. Classified want ad at one cent per word.
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