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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1912
Page
4
The article reflects a chaotic view of U S politics with references to the Capitol, the House, and the Congressional Record. It notes public discontent, election volatility, and shifting moods as figures like Bryan feature in a broader commentary on liberty and justice.
An advertisement claims catarrh is a constitutional disease and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by WF Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as the only constitutional remedy. It promises internal doses and offers hundred dollar reward for failure to cure, with testimonials and a note about Hall's Pills for constipation.
An advertisement praises Spence cake and cupcakes made with William Tell Flour. It claims the flour is milled from Ohio Red Winter Wheat using a special process to boost nutrition and food quality, appealing to households with growing children.
In a jagged note from Chicago to West Virginia, a caller questions the urgency of Watson and Chiltes inquiry and warns of consequences if William Seomore and his Sandayedicai class are affected. The writer urges merchants to act now and align with progressive local business columns.
The West Virginia editors critique the convention scene in Chicago where locals pose as wolves from the hedwates bitter crack. Hubbard Giscock and Dawson strive for real convention power but remain porch climbers and second‑story men according to the Wheeling Intelligencer.
A quirky dispatch notes an ongoing demand for the latest information with a figure quoted as a joking tally. The item reflects a humorous exchange about seeking up-to-date news. No further details on origin or context are provided.
Public health guidance outlines universal quarantine for all diphtheria carriers. Authorities stress microscopic throat tests to detect toxin-producing germs, regardless of wealth or status, noting difficulty in clinical diagnosis and the need for laboratory confirmation.
Fragmentary text discusses disease, diphtheria toxins, and public health measures. Mentions nervous system effects and potential organ involvement. Sources unclear. no clear event, date, or identifiable organizations present.
Fifty-six chartered as residents and five nonresidents. total seventy one corporate charters issued in May. Five increased capital stock led by West Virginia Pittsburgh Coal Company from 16000 to 1500000. twenty one dissolved. one withdrew. Fees collected include resident and nonresident charters, taxes, and book sale income totaling $2,702.55.
Go to Seattle to investigate charges against federal officials with representatives from Illinois New Jersey and Connecticut joining Chicago members. They are part of the House Judiciary Committee subcommittees examining citizenship care and related issues.
Washington June 21 The house judiciary committee unanimously votes to report articles of impeachment against Judge Robert W Archbold of the commerce court amid an investigation into alleged misconduct related to the calm bank transaction with the Erie railroad The report is set for the week of July 1 and the trial will be rushed Bryan seconds Roosevelt in Louisville Kentucky June 21 Henry Watterson warns against Parker as temporary chairman and calls for issue pooling while urging Bryan to back the party and avoid factionalism
The thirteenth annual East Northfield students conference in Massachusetts opened with college men from across the United States and Canada. An estimated 1000 visitors are expected including a delegation of Chinese students and speakers such as John R Mott and Robert E Speer of New York and Dr D Cairns of Edinburgh University.
The surrender window under General Monteagudo's immunity decree ends tomorrow. In ten days the decree has drawn several hundred negro insurgents to surrender, but many armed bands still operate in the field, ranging from a few to several hundred fighters.
A deadly gunfight in Memphis ends with Policeman John Taylor dead and several attackers wounded or arrested. The shootout targets men suspected of operating on city street cars in suburban districts.
A telegraphic message from Redferg, Virginia, announces the death of John Izard of Dedford City. The report claims he was accidentally killed on a house near Cincinnati yesterday morning with few other details available.
June 21 report states West Virginia activities at Mt Gretna will be affected by a forthcoming appropriation bill. Officials note delays and possible schedule changes as funding details are resolved.
Fragmentary note lists tomato varieties including pepper and hot Sante and mentions prices, period, and designs. References Fortted plants, Ecenses, Dhyne RRA, and Seyth with unclear dates and amounts.
A historical survey traces Democratic National Conventions from 1864 to 1908, detailing nominees like McClellan Pendleton 1864, Seymour 1868, Greeley 1872, Tilden Hendricks 1876, and Cleveland, Bryan, Stephenson, Kern through 1908 with venues such as New York, Baltimore, St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City, and Denver. It notes close electoral outcomes and shifting party alignments.
Campaign managers for Speaker Clark are sending emissaries to delegates pledged to Clark to urge never voting for William Jennings Bryan. Fred T. Du Bois led Clark lieutenants in talks after his visit. Rumor says Bryan plans to sway the convention and cause a deadlock, while H. H. Hughes and Charles W. Bryan arrive to aid Bryan's bid.
A letter from Frankfurt notes a large English speaking population and few shops with English signage. The writer recalls a frosty trip to Nauheim where local youths played baseball and one story sounded like a Mark Twain tale in Plaudeutsch. A sprained ankle remedy is advertised.
Quality Grocers feature Sauer’s lemon and vanilla extracts praised by housekeepers and cooks as the best for value. Sold for 10 cents and bc.
Tomato plants all varieties and pepper and beet plants priced at 1.00 per 100. Cab save plants 0.50 per 100. Includes potted plants and cut flowers. Funeral designs and bouquets are a specialty. Phone 885 South Riverfield Florist. Flavoring extracts sold everywhere 1c. Read the Want Column.
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