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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1906
Page
1
Norfolk and Western Railroad issues a sweeping bulletin banning cigarette use by all employees and directing dismissal for smokers or those aiding smoking. The directive, reported last week, aims to eliminate tobacco within the workforce, with enforcement immediate for alcohol addicts and other cited misconduct.
A new shoe shop by Lewis and Williams opens at No 4 Pulaski Street in the Christie building next to Y.M.C.A. They offer all footwear services at reasonable prices with work guaranteed and invite customers to call.
Children’s Day program at the First Baptist Church features an 11 o’clock service with openings, recitations by many children including Clara Peters and Ethel Page, a scripture reading James 2 19, prayers, solos by Mra Frank Maynard and Migsie Sizer, addresses by Ernest Joint and Judge Johnston, multiple group recitations, a short sermon by 21 girls, a collection and benediction.
Report from Moscow dated June 23 states troops in Jostel garrisons will remain loyal to the czar if rights of the Douma are respected. Unconfirmed word says soldiers may refuse orders if the Douma dissolves but will remain under orders if the government honors privileges.
Washington, June 23. The Senate this afternoon sent to conference the agricultural bill with a beef inspection amendment. Senators Proctor, Aarsborough and Simmons were appointed conferees.
Dallas notices state former Attorney General M M Craine will not oppose Bailey in the United States Senate primary to be held this year.
An official notice states President Roosevelt will travel to Panama in early November. The item appears in a Washington report dated June 23.
Local advertiser touts olives pickles land good cs ks and crackers for outdoor meals. Sells Alexander and Pesreon items and lists contact phone 51 for orders and inquiries.
A local celebration showcases Miss Da Vonda, a renowned balconist, performing ascensions on the Fourth. A Bluefield versus Welch baseball game, a money prize, and multiple free attractions accompany a full day of events. Fireworks cap the night as crowds gather for a festive program.
National League results show Philadelphia 0 New York 5. St Louis 0 Pittsburg 2. Brooklyn 2 Boston 8. Chicago 8 Vincionati 1. American League games list New York 3 Washington 2. Boston 0 Philadelphia 8. Detroit 2. Chicago 3. Twelve innings Cleveland 0 St Louis 9. Virginia League results feature Roanoke 1 Portsmouth 0. Lynchburg 4 Richmond 0 Danville 8 Norfolk 2. Second game Danville 5 Norfolk 7.
In Poughkeepsie on June 28 Cornell swept three events at the Intercollegiate Regatta. Cornell won the four oared race and the varsity, while Syracuse took the freshmen title. Pennsylvania was second in the varsity and led in the four oared early before Cornell surged to the finish.
Jasper Wilroy, aimed at by three highwaymen in darkness near Olive Branch Church, had his hat shot from his head as he fired at the assailants. He fled on his horse after the exchange, leaving the scene before learning the extent of any injuries to the robbers. Wilroy was first to begin firing when ambushed from the bushes.
Dominick Franke, a plaster toy seller who roamed the streets for months, was found dead in a hut near Brietil on Thursday. Police suspect robbery as the motive since he had money on him. He had recently moved from Bi affield to Bristol.
The U S coast defense monitor Florida, commanded by Charles W Bartlett US Navy, arrived at Hampton Roads from Annapolis disabled after breaking a main shaft during passage down the Chesapeake Bay. A crew of Naval Academy midshipmen were aboard on their annual training cruise. A tug met the vessel but repairs awaited orders in the Roads.
Plain Kelbriggan underwear for men offered in long or short sleeves at 100 dollars per suit, advertised at Pedigo's.
Jone Belin, a Caucasian dynasty member, was arrested at the Russian German frontier on a charge of theft. She allegedly stole a large sum from Prince Zizaneft after appealing for funds. Once famed as a noted Russian beauty, she was suspected of disposal of important documents to the Japanese before the war. Prosecution is expected.
Alexander and Pearson promote a fresh fish market with regular Tuesday and Friday morning openings ensuring steady supply for local buyers.
The senate in secret session confirmed B F Barnes as Washington postmaster by 36 to 16 with Senator Gallinger of New Hampshire casting the lone Republican negative vote. He urged committee recommitment to probe Miner Morris’s White House ejectment earlier this year. A joint resolution directs the president to appoint a commission to study an open waterway linking Chesapeake and Delaware Bays.
A brakeman died after being struck by a light engine yesterday. The incident occurred as trains operated near London. No further details were provided in the immediate report.
Berlin June 23 An open conflict looms as the Reichstag refuses to pass a bill for railway construction between Kubub and Keetmanshoop in German Southwest Africa The Reichstag had appropriated twenty million for rebellion suppression The Kaiser plans to redirect funds to military railway construction to quell rebellion Court officials attempt to avert this shift but the Kaiser stays resolute.
Advertises Guffon shirts with attached or detached cuffs priced at 1.00 1.25 and 1.50 dollars at Pedigo's.
Jacob Crouch a brakeman on the Pocahontas division was struck by a light engine yesterday morning at Eckman and killed instantly. He had just switched and stepped onto the west bound track when hit. A Sparta NY native, single and well liked, he belonged to the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen Red Men and Odd Fellows. His remains will be taken to his former home today with lodge delegations.
The Anchor Line steamer Caledonia arrived in New York today after leaving Glasgow on June 16. It covered 2,780 miles in six days 20 hours and 12 minutes, the fastest time on this Scotland to Ireland route and 36 minutes faster than the previous record.
The Supreme Court in Pierre ruled Mrs Emma Kauffman may be admitted to bail set at five thousand dollars in the murder case of her young servant Agnes Polerie. Public anger erupts, viewing the decision as a wealth-based favoritism.
The Louisville Packing Company a Cadaby Packing Company branch in Chicago closed down for an indefinite period tonight. More than 250 men are thrown out of employment with no reason given as orders came from Chicago.
On the Jamestown Exposition grounds this afternoon the New York state committee reviewed the site chosen for the New York building and began initial steps for rapid construction. The area lies toward the south end of the row of state buildings.
The house approved the substitute for the senate Pure Food Bill by a 24 to 17 vote. An accord on differences will be settled in conference. The note highlights seasonal produce and regular boat-market deliveries in the region. Alexander and Pearson.
Advertises corn flakes from Alexand er and Pearson with a fresh supply of breakfast cereal described as the most delightful on the market.
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