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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
5
The Graham Daily News discusses street improvement progress amid citizen concern and past bond issues. It notes Red Cross efforts, a West Point graduation, local weather and crops, a bayonet training anecdote, hay ride, and several local incidents including an injury at Nemours and a baseball game next day.
The article notes only 972 men volunteered in Virginia toward the 4112 needed since April 8, with many awaiting potential draft. It compares Virginia unfavorably with other states, cites Graham as relatively better, and states the war enlistment is for the duration of the conflict for ages eighteen to forty.
Terrific cloudburst near Finney in Russell county washed a horse down a hillside and drowned it. Water filled deep hollows washing away corn fields while railroad tracks ran under several feet of water delaying trains No 11 for about two hours. Alligator resumes eating after six months of fasting as Miss Gertrude Stevens notes the pet.
An advertisement extols a corn treatment called Gets-It that promises easy removal by applying two drops. The copy describes lifting the corn with two fingers, shrinking it and loosening it from the toe without harming surrounding flesh.
The Hed Sox travel to Tazewell by automobile and many local supporters will accompany the team. Rev. J. Ki. Wolfe, presiding elder of the Tazewell district, will preach at West Graham Methodist Church Sunday evening.
The war department outlines strict physical tests for draft inductees with an expected 40 percent rejection rate. Requirements include height of at least five feet four inches, near perfect heart and lungs, good hearing and sight, no chronic or mental disorders, all fingers and toes, near perfect feet, at least four molar teeth, and healthy kidneys or chest. About 625,000 will be drafted from an estimated 1,000,000 examined among nearly 10,000,000 registered by June 5.
Mrs Emmons Blaine of Chicago, widow of a Blaine relative, paid 50000 to distribute President Wilsons War message to all Naz registrants on June 5. The book is bound in red white and blue and described as a great state paper. Blaine is noted philanthropist and heir of Cyrus H McCormick.
India emerges as a major producer of peanuts with vast export potential. Rio de Janeiro reports coal imports from international suppliers signaling ongoing energy logistics tied to regional demand.
An old advertisement urges readers to treat stomach distress with Tanlac from Bluefield Pharmacy and Northfork Drug Co. It touts Tanlac as a quick, natural remedy proven by over a million users and marketed by Herr Joseph Trimbach. The ad lists Bluefield West Virginia and Northfork West Virginia outlets.
The piece contrasts Lubeck’s historic power with its grim wartime role where 900 of 2,000 deported Belgians reportedly starved in three months. It traces Lubeck’s 12th century rise under Henry the Lion, its Hansa-led medieval dominance, and its harbor strength that spurred vast trade and Danish influence.
An old advertisement extols Peterson's Ointment as a remedy for eczema, itching, burns, and other skin ailments. Testimonial claims a long cure from severe leg sores and a refund guarantee by druggists.
An advertisement touts Miller's Antiseptic Oil and Kine Snake Oil for rheumatism neuralgia and joint pain, claiming effects on cuts burns sore throat and diphtheria. It guarantees satisfaction with 25 or 60 cent bottles and notes Goodykoontz Drug Co as seller.
Hot weather worsens corns and callouses but Bradley's Corn Remover promises fast relief. A few drops shrivel and dry the corn in days, allowing easy lifting. No magic, just a simple remedy. Call for printing and pricing details at No. 714.
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