Superior Supply CO Tackles Large In Stock Shipments
One thousand tons of in stock material advertised by Superior Supply Co. with promise to ship the day orders are received. Advertising copy notes agents in Bluefield West Virginia.
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1906
Page
1
One thousand tons of in stock material advertised by Superior Supply Co. with promise to ship the day orders are received. Advertising copy notes agents in Bluefield West Virginia.
Washington news reports Congress approved a $100000 appropriation for a Bluefield public building including a prior $10000 already designated and $9500 spent on a site. The measure, part of an omnibus bill, follows years of effort led by local figures and CP Dorr.
A new shoe shop opened in the Christie building at 24 Pulaski Street next to Y M C A operated by Lewis and Williams. They offer all shoe work at reasonable prices with a guarantee and invite customers to call.
Washington reports a long session with a late meeting, as Congress targets the Interstate Commerce Commission probe into elevator and grain tests, sends the pure food bill to conference, and criticizes the railway rate conference report. The immigration bill is amended to allow political and religious refugees admission amid stalled textbook tax talks. The measure moves to conference.
Washington June 25 Congressman John Sharp Williams introduced a resolution in the house calling on the secretary of the treasury for information on the duty upon paraffin now taxed at a high rate. Williams argues it should be admitted but that the duty is imposed at the behest of the Standard Oil Company.
Senator Kittredge will offer a resolution authorizing a committee to sit during the recess to investigate Panama canal conditions. The measure includes a subcommittee trip to the isthmus ahead of the president’s planned November visit.
In Somerset county the public mood runs high after William Lee, a Black man accused of assaulting two white women in the woods, was seized with plans to burn him if moved for trial. A Baltimore venue is sought for July 6 as militia protection is discussed.
Noted architect Stanford White is killed in Madison Square Garden by Harry Thaw, a Pittsburgh millionaire, in a late night shooting shocking New York. The case draws wide attention as Thaw faces murder charges.
West Virginia teachers arrive for the thirty sixth annual state convention in Fairmont. George S Laidley of Karliston presides as officers arrive. Rep Shawkey and public school reps welcome visitors as papers and discussions begin tomorrow and run through Thursday.
Johannes Burg reports June 25 that British forces in Zalaland and Netal have dispersed rebels led by Chief Bambitta but withdrawals are delayed. Imperial khaki uniforms erode tribal respect and raise resistance. Field troops seize cattle causing tribal anger. Half withdrawal is postponed as tensions rise.
Mutineers held up the Russo-Chinese bank in B teum Russia China region, looting about 125000 dollars. A resisting official was shot dead as authorities fear spread of violence and urge mutineers to resume duties. Residents report panic as garrison surrounds the town awaiting resolution.
Washington June 25 Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor in the July number of the AF of L publishes an appeal to all wage earners to defeat the reelection of all congressmen who have shown unfriendliness or indifference to labor. He urges election of their own men where possible but cautions against nominations in districts where incumbents have proven their fidelity.
Washington June 25 It is expected the interstate commerce commission probe into steel and grain monopolies will lead to court actions against major financiers involved in both monopolies The department of justice is now understood to be investigating the charges for possible criminal action.
In the Virginia League Lynchburg defeated Danville 4 to 2 and Roanoke beat Norfolk 7 to 3 while Richmond won 2 to 0 and Portsmouth blanked 0. In the National League Philadelphia lost 3 to 12 to New York and Brooklyn won 4 to 2 over Boston. St Louis edged Chicago 2 to 1. American League results show New York 2 Washington 0, Boston 0 Philadelphia 1, and Chicago 4 St Louis 6 with Cleveland 3 and Detroit 1.
In Kokomo Indiana on June 25 a will was filed by George Deffenbaugh who, believing he would return as a spirit, named himself executor of his 75000 estate. He placed his family in a life interest and claimed his spirit had divine powers to control the property.
Norfolk and Western Railway announces a freight reduction on coal from Pocahontas fields to Norfolk for manufacturing. Effective July 11, the rate drops from $1.60 per ton to $1.45, expected to boost local factories and save about $50,000 annually, giving Norfolk an edge over Baltimore in manufacturing coal rates.
In Almity New Jersey, Freeman Longcore lured Rose Colly to leave with him, set fire to her home, and shot her as she tried to save belongings. He fled but, pursued by a crowd, shot himself dead after the arson and murder.
Representatives of the American Federation of Labor arrived in Chicago to arrange a union exposition. Minneapolis is tentatively chosen as the site to showcase organized labor products from around the world and the United States. The event is expected to occur in November to celebrate labor achievements.
Chicago reports the discovery of two children names Hitle Leonard and Mary Faulkner who disappeared after school and were last seen heading toward the lake to fish. Parents alerted police as a wide search and lake dragnet followed amid early fears of kidnapping.
Kansas City Missouri June 25 Judge Wofford saved Wallace Cooper from the death sentence by noting his youth and lack of support. The judge converted the sentence to thirty years in the penitentiary after a clemency consideration.
In Huntington West Virginia on June 25 Mrs Dora Weaver 27 and Miss Minnie Scott 21 drowned in the Ohio River at Davis fishing camp ten miles above town. They had gone with friends for a day of boating when a swall row boat capsized due to waves. The body of Mrs Weaver has been recovered.
Indiana paper reports June 25 that President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers predicts the Buffalo and Susquehanna Coal Company, which signed the 1908 agreement after union pressure, will be followed by other large firms and that all coal labor troubles should be settled within a week.
Government candidates won in Panama and Colon while Liberals allege the government imported voters from the canal zone. The report notes no violent outbreaks and hints at ongoing tensions after yesterday’s election.
A train wreck near Green Ridge Pennsylvania delays traffic for hours. Engineer William Buros was killed and Fireman Lexac fatally injured. Several passengers suffered serious bruises.
Satan Ohio June 25 Governor Harris has completely recovered from indigestion and returned to Columbus. Earlier alarming reports caused anxiety among friends due to his age and fragile health.
Sherman Colline, 35, shot and killed his wife in front of their five year old son in London Kentucky. Jealousy was the stated motive in the fatal double tragedy.
Seattle June 25 George Mitchell the youth accused of killing Apostle Joshua Creffield, leader of the Holy Rollers, faces a highly watched trial amid Oregon support for his defense. Mitchell claims he killed Creffield to avenge his sisters two sisters and alleges Creffield’s illicit practices.
Telegrams signed by Jewish leaders warn of a planned Black Hundred massacre near Kasan Shatomir and Mceil ff as authorities pledge precautions. In Petersburg Gen Rennenkampf hints at looming Russian revenge and preparations. Muted riots persist as fears rise. A former deputy custodian in Boston is jailed for bribery. The Crimmiss philanthropist's death prognosis is grave.
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