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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1928
Page
6
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists subscription rates by mail and city carrier with distinct WV zones and a June 20 1928 date. It notes AP news use rights and defines published advertising and communication policies for clubs churches banks and similar groups.
A reflective note quotes 1 Corinthians about childlike speech and asks if childhood is truly gone. It ponders whether even in adulthood a portion of the child’s heart remains to hear the world’s early enchantments.
The article reports Governor Alfred Smith appears certain to secure the Democratic nomination at the Houston convention despite strong opposition from anti-Smith factions. Delegates loyal to Smith have gathered over 600 votes, while rivals threaten deadlock if rules are not altered.
Analysis predicts a nationwide race with Hoover bolstered east and west coast support while the middle west and farmers weigh heavily. Smith faces regional splits as campaign dynamics shift toward the fall election and farm relief questions.
Dr. William Mayo urges impartial expert testimony in murder trials and criticizes emotional influence on juries. Amelia Earhart proclaims happiness despite skepticism, and other brief anecdotes note a Paris soprano, Mr. Coolidge’s wordplay, a prize fight hype, and views on peace of mind and beauty.
Rossi Construction Co. won the contract to build Beaver High School. Mrs. T. B. Huff of Williamson was badly injured after jumping a passenger train. Nebra Martin, a Zenith miner, lost a leg in a railroad accident near his home. Thirty seven registrants left for Camp Lee in Virginia. H. S. Cook began duties as justice of the peace in Rock district. Norfolk and Western railroad employees observed Flag Day.
The text argues Hoover will enact practical agrarian reforms and lead with business methods in government. It notes near unanimous Republican support on first ballot, predicts historic victory, and asserts voters, especially women, see Hoover as a strong, experienced leader.
A roundup of quick quotes from papers. The Roanoke Times notes passeng ers receive a poker card room on new planes and warns cheaters to leave. The Boston Evening Transcript jokes about grads recalling past peers. Lincoln and Lindbergh are compared for fame by resemblance. The Worcester Evening Gazette links likening people to famous figures. The Cincinnati Times notes 2,000 lady dentists and a boom in gold-diggers.
Grace Noll Crowell writes of cottonwoods along the country road as symbols of cool beauty and shelter. The poem expresses longing to touch and imitate their refreshing ecstasy, praising their bright trees amid a sunlit landscape.
The Southern Cross crew from California to Australia earns praise from major papers. Washington Star calls it a historic long distance flight with minute by minute coverage and skilled piloting. New York Times says aviation now proves its commercial future with a stout, trimmed craft staying in contact with civilization.
The plan calls for quarterly tax payments to city county and state modeled after federal systems. It proposes stricter mine safety enforcement with operator and miner accountability. It favors safer roads barriers and recalls gas tax to fund public needs. It seeks more factories in Bluefield and new street connections near East End bridge Midway and College Avenue. It urges a Southern West Virginia advancement group and Sunday elections while stressing self government. Uniformed deputies and constables are proposed along with municipal water supply.
A tornado like wind storm battered Clarksburg and surrounding regions causing one death Alonzo Harris and injuries to his wife and son. Dozens of homes and farms suffered damage including the Danford hotel roof loss and uprooted trees. Communication and electric service were disrupted across Fairmont Morgantown and Clarksburg with extensive property damage and rainfall reported.
American Irish writer Donn Byrne was killed in an automobile accident near Coolmain Castle, Bandon, at age 39. His secretary Miss Burkett reported steering gear failure after the car struck obstacles and overturned into a stream. an inquest returned an accidental death verdict, noting a defective steering gear and unprotected seawall at the scene. She and Byrne’s family are left with four children and a widow.
Noboru Ohtani a leading figure in the Japanese shipping industry urged a U S Rotary delegation to attend the Pacific Rotary conference in Tokyo next October at the International convention. He said such a visit would foster understanding and friendship between nations. Albert Bouchery of Brussels delivered greetings from King Albert of Belgium who spoke at Ostend in 1927.
The Charleston Daily Mail argues Herbert Hoover stands uniquely qualified for the presidency with vast foreign and domestic experience, cabinet service, and a record of efficiency. It praises his American pioneer spirit, global understanding, and a practical, working platform over idealism.
In Chicago a pair of men, Joe Salamone and John Oliveri, were shot to death while traveling in a car. Police attribute the killings to the beer racket. An assailant fired from a passing car, Salamone attempted to flee before a second volley fatally struck him, then Oliveri was killed at close range as the gunmen fled.
Two occupants of a Chevrolet escaped death when the car left the road at the railroad bridge in Bluefield’s east end tumbling down the embankment. Passersby pulled them from the wreck. One passenger was unhurt while a boy named Harmon was treated at St. Luke's hospital for an injured arm.
A ten round heavyweight fight between Jack Sharkey and Leo Gates scheduled for tonight in St. Louis was postponed until tomorrow due to rain.
President Coolidge refused commutation of the death sentences for Nicholas Lee Eagles John Proctor and Samuel Moreno convicted of murdering a policeman in Washington in 1926. The decision followed review of Justice Department findings and defense briefs. The president spoke with William M. Butler at Cedar Island lodge and discussed the Kansas City convention and political outlook.
New York reports that actress Mary Pickford must pay about 1000 in additional customs duty after inspectors valued her European luggage at 5000 while she claimed the goods cost 5000. Customs officials added 2000 to her declaration, totaling 390 duty, with her receipts shown but not altering the assessed amount.
Roy Witt 23 of 616 Albemarle Street died in Albuquerque New Mexico Tuesday from meningitis and tuberculosis. He had worked in the Daily Telegraph advertising department nearly a year and was son of E B Witt of this city. Survived by parents and siblings Dewey Beulah Ed Daisy and Mrs Hubert Jesse. Funeral plans await family arrival.
Five naval captains are promoted to rear admiral by President Coolidge with four filling retirements and one kept in reserve for death contingency. Among those named are Captain Watt T. Cluverius of New Orleans and Captain Albert W. Marshall of Greenville who commanded the West Virginia and its battle efficiency pennant in 1926.
Portland report shows Frederick Hale maintaining a strong lead for U S senator and William Tudor Gardiner ahead for governor as returns from 633 precincts show Hale at 46 940 with Brewster 46 940 and Gardiner leading Hinckley Libby and Smith with Gardiner 69 126 after late updates with six precincts missing.
Mr. J. T. Stephens of Huntington WV reports five years of misery from souring and fermenting foods, heartburn, constipation and neuritis. After trying Konjola he claims rapid relief and newfound health, with Bluefield and Princeton drug stores carrying the remedy.
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