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Newspaper

Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1930

Page

2

Rites Today for W M Richardson At Bluefield

Funeral services for W M Richardson railway telegrapher and train dispatcher proceed at 3 30 this afternoon from the Richardson home 1001 Highland avenue Rev J B Massey of Hampden Sydney college conducts services from First Presbyterian Church in the absence of Dr Samuel W Moore Bluefield Masonic lodge conducts the services Interment is Monte Vista Park cemetery Active pallbearers and honorary pallbearers named in detail Flower bearers listed Local obsequy follows traditional rites through a named set of participants

W. M. Richardson St. Luke's Hospital J. B. Massey Hampden- Sydney College First Presbyterian Church Samuel W. Moore Richardson Highland Avenue Bluefield W. O. Franklin C. M. Scott F. N. Andrews J. E Blaydes A Morrissey W. C. Pollock W. C. Tracey M. G. Creswell C. BE. Hammer H. B. Smith W. BE. Jefcoat Joe Edmonds M. G. Lavender George Lynch James O'Keeffe W. A. Haun H. Carter George Woods F. Bushman D. T. Hardy T. H. Lynch W. S. Penn M Whited Graham F. M. Gillespie C. H. Tabor J. S. Mastin F M. Bennett E. D Thomas Roy Bigge James R. Little James L C. White Iona Jones Effie Lee Ida Clark W. M. Woodyard M. B. Lockhart W. B. Debrick Doris Jones Alice Gibson Katherine Barkley Florence Pring Laura Stephens Dorothy Taylor Marie Edmonds Helen Bivens Elizabeth Kersey

Widely Known Auto Inventor Harry Stutz Dies at 53

Indianapolis reports the death of Harry G. Stutz at 53 after failing to rally from surgery for appendicitis. Founder of the car that made good in a day in 1911, he gained national fame for rear axle improvements. He left his company decade ago and retired five years ago. He is survived by his ex-wife and two women, a daughter, a grandchild, his parents, and two sisters.

Indianapolis Ind Harry G. Stutz Stutz Automobile Clara Dietz Dayton Ohio Blanche Miller William W. Horn

Farmers gain power from Montana dam near Poleon

Poleon Montana reports a major hydroelectric project on the Flathead river titled Muscle Shoals of the West. The dam near Poleon will supply about 100000 horsepower with 15000 reserved for irrigation pumping for 124000 acres. It will generate nearly 3 million dollars for the Flathead tribe over 20 years and power markets in copper mines and factories in Butte and Anaconda. The project also envisions four additional sites with total 100000 horsepower and river falls 14 to 40 feet.

Poleon Mont Flathead River Flathead Ths Butte Anaconda East Helena Great Falls Milwaukee Railroad Mountain Country Flathead Lake

Peterson's Ointment Pimples Ad from Springfield

A vintage ad touts Peterson's Ointment promising rapid pimple removal and clear skin within a week. It features a Springfield reader testimonial and a money back guarantee if results are not marvelously clear.

Polosky and five youths charged in ransom plot

Rances Polosky, 26, described as the brains of a Detroit kidnapping gang, is held for a hearing with five male accomplices. Suido Gowatch and Human Case are among the quintet pictured alongside Polosky. They face charges of plotting to spirit away Max Kerner, owner of a wealthy amusement park.

Rances Polosky Detroit Suido Gowatch Human Case Polosky Max Kerner

FOR SALE Studebaker coupe in excellent condition

For Sale- Studebaker coupe in excellent mechanical condition with smooth running engine and new casings. Newly painted. The cheap price, 275 cash, will frighten some away. Some lucky man who owns his automobile will write auto owner care Daily Telegraph, Inspect car, and drive away happy. Office Now in Law & Commerce Bldg, Room 221. 1. B. Sutherland. een French Hat Shoppe Extensive sale of midsummer hats New merchandise latest shades and ne Two groups, 195 and Special communication Bluefield lodge No. 85 A. F. and A. M. Friday afternoon at 2 0 o'clock to conduct funeral of Brother W. M. Richardson. Members of Mercer lodge No. 160 are requested to assist. Bring your automobiles. Meet at Masonic temple. By order of W. M. L. M. Carper secretary. Forest City Waint Sold right here in coalfields for thirty years. It must be good. Bailey Lumber Co. Canaries For Sale. Two or three prize singers for quick sale. Exceptional price, guaranteed, Phone 1531-J.

Studebaker Care Daily Telegraph Bluefield Lodge No. 85 A. F A. M Forest City Waint Bailey Lumber Co

Directed Verdict in 28000 Suit Also Goes to Court

Judge McClintie adjourned to Princeton for a cornerstone ceremony at the new county courthouse leaving the 28000 suit undecided until this morning. The previously submitted evidence and courtroom arguments precede a resumption. Prohibition cases dominated yesterday with several guilty pleas and others awaiting judgment. Norman Clark received two years in Atlanta after pleading guilty. United States v Sandy Sydnor ended in a hung plea. Shinnabury Simons Burton Hedrick all pleaded guilty to prohibition violations as the judge prepared for more trials.

McClintie Princeton Cornierstone New County McClintle Hall Norman Clark Atlanta United States Sandy Sydnor Nalled John Shinnabury James F. Simons Albert Burton Shallory Faxton Hedrick

Cleveland Terminal Opening Set for June 28

Formal opening June 28 marks a milestone in the Van Sweringen terminal project. The 52 story terminal, part of a $220 million plan, joins four existing skyscrapers with more lines to come. It will serve York Central Big Four and Nickel Plate lines. Additional group buildings include the Hotel Cleveland and Medical Pris Benesleera Exchange.

Cleveland van Sweringens York Central Big Four Nickel Plate Medical Pris. Benesleera Exchange

Blake Wright Announces Candidacy for House of Delegates

Political notice declares KF. Blake Wright seeking Democratic primary support for a seat in the House of Delegates. The announcement requests voters’ backing in the upcoming election.

House of Delegates Blake Wright Reck W. V

House Sustains President's Veto of Johnson Bill

The House upheld the president's veto on the Johnson veterans pension bill despite its wide support earlier. The measure would have provided $12 monthly for disabled veterans, with a $40 max for full disability, plus a $25 battle casualty pension for combat wounds, and costs projected between $80 million and $400 million over varying periods. The veto's sustainment kills passage over veto unless a two thirds vote occurs in both houses.

America House Congress Johnson South Dakota Senate Rankin Mississippi

Jones liquor law violators sentenced in federal court

In Elkins West Virginia Judge W B Baker sentenced three defendants to a total of 10 years 3 months in Atlanta penitentiary for Jones liquor law violations Morgan town residents Jon Diak was given five years for sale of liquor John Corwin received four years and Walker B Riley 15 months for sale of liquor Additional sentences included Steve Krayler six months in Monongalia County Jail Nora Beulshouser fined 150 John Hendricks Jr fined 50 for beer possession Charles Slayton Jr fined 25 for possession and another unnamed sentence noted as the longest in the present session of court

Elkins W. Va Atlanta W. B. Baker Jon Diak Morgantown John Corwin Walker B. Riley Keyser

Big Loans Made to Jake Lingle

State investigators said Alfred Jake Lingle the slain Chicago Tribune reporter borrowed 850000 after the stock market crash. Officials and racketeers named as lenders include Samuel Ettelson Major Carlos Ames Alderman Bert Cronson and a high sanitary district official with amounts reported. The probe coincides with a major police shakeup and shifts in district command. A check for 500 from Lingle to Police Captain Daniel Gilbert was found as part of the inquiry.

Chicago Alfred Jake” Lingle Chicago Tribune Lingle Samuel A. Ettelson Thompson Carlos Ames Civil Service Commission Bert Cronson Ettelson Clarence S. Darrow John H. Alcock Alcock Detective Bureau James “Red” Forsythe Daniel A. Gilbert Loop

Prince Describes Aims And Ideals Of Japan

Chicago June 26 Prince Iyesato Tokugawa outlined Japan's aims and ideals to Rotarians at the Rotary International jubilee. He said Japan seeks no territorial ambitions and will keep a navy only to defend its coast and commerce. Balloting for Rotary presidential candidates and directors was completed but results were delayed for announcement tomorrow.

Chicago Iyesato Tokugawa Japan Rotary International Pacific

Prison illiterates to read about children travel tales

Washington reports Mrs. Cora Wilson Stewart plans a book series for teaching prison inmates. She just toured southern prisons and notes prisoners read women's magazines, especially stories about children. Virginia uses a model system with outside supervision. other states lack teaching or force inmates to study in dim corridors.

Washington Cora Wilson Stewart

Portrait of Pope Pius XI Amid Illness at 73

The 18th portrait of Pope Pius XI notes his illness while he remains in his papal role. Though aged 73, he has not altered his daily routine since his 1922 enthronement, despite doctors advising rest.

Pius XI St. Peter

Convict Identified as Suspect in Old Murder Case

Jackson Michigan June 26 identified as William J. Gormley sought five years for the 1925 murder of Eleanor Quinn a Broadway artist model in a Hoboken New Jersey rooming house. Prisoner registered in Michigan as Thomas O'Donnell faces possible life trial in New Jersey.

Broadway New Jersey Walter O'Fallon Hoboken Gormley New York National Guard O'Fallon Edward J. McFeely

Martins Ferry Boy Drowns In Ohio River Incident

Charles Harris aged 14 of Martins Ferry drowned in the Ohio River near Martins Ferry. Three companions attempted rescue efforts as the first Belmont County bathing victim of the season. the body was recovered.

Martins Ferry Charles Harris Ohio River Here Belmont County

Brotherhood of Railway Clerks National Bank Fails to Open

Cincinnati Ohio June 26 The Brotherhood of Railway Clerks National Bank one of the country's largest labor banks failed to open today. District Attorney Haroth E. May said the closure stemmed from $1,000,000 check kiting by A W Shafer who is under indictment for embezzling $210,162 50 and linked to the Cosmopolitan Bank and Trust Company collapse sixteen days earlier. The bank lost more than half its stock as depositors pulled $1,000,000 in three days after the resignation of top officials. Officials expect it to meet obligations as assets are liquidated by the comptroller of the currency.

Cincinnati Brotherhood of Railway Clerks National Bank Haroth E. May United States A. W. Shafer Cosmopolitan Bank and Trust Company Brotherhood Brotherhood of Railway and Steamship Brotherhood Bank Board of Directors Wares High Bank Monay Comptroller of the Currency of

Storm slams western New York leaving two dead

A 60 year old man and his 52 year old neighbor drowned as a fierce thunderstorm roared from Lake Erie across western New York. A 25000 barrel crude oil storage tank at Olean burst into flames after a lightning strike. Dozens of fishing vessels fled to shore as Buffalo and surrounding areas faced blackout and widespread damage.

Buffalo N. Y Lake Erie New York James Sullivan Timothy Davey Olean Sullivan Davey

Severe thunderstorm in Lumsden Bona Vista North sinks boats

A June 26 storm in Lumsden Bona Vista North caused three fishermen to drown or be killed and extensive property damage. Hail the size of stones shattered roofs and windows, and about thirty boats were sunk in the harbor. The minister of posts was informed of the incident.

St. John’s New Foundland Lumsden Bonavista North

British Leaders Confer on India in London Meeting

London June 26 an all party conference on the India situation was held in the prime minister's room at the house of commons. Participants included Prime Minister MacDonald Captain Wedgewood Benn Stanley Baldwin David Lloyd George Austen Chamberlain and the Earl of Reading. No statement issued. the talks reportedly prepared groundwork for the October London conference.

London India House of Commons MacDonald Wedgewood Benn Stanley Baldwin David Lloyd George Austen Chamberlain Earl of Reading

United States Pipe Official Succumbs in New Jersey

Beverly New Jersey June 26 Benjamin F Haughton vice president and treasurer of the United States Pipe and Foundry company died Wednesday at age 80 He had long ties to the firm and held director and treasurer roles at Burlington City Loan and Trust Scottsdale Connecting Railroad and served on the deeper waterways commission.

Beverly N. J Benjamin F. Haughton United States Pipe and Foundry Company Foundry Burlington City Loan and Trust Company Scottsdale Connecting Railroad Company Ae Deeper Waterways Commission

Rexall Orderlies Claim Quick Constipation Relief

A Battle Creek physician calls constipation the worst misery then notes Rexall Orderlies provide immediate relief. The tablet draws water into the colon to soften waste for a gentle natural movement without habit or dose increases. Chew nightly, see results next day. 24 for 2 cents at Rexall Drug Store Rice Drug Company Princeton.

Battle Creek Rexall Orderlies Rexall Drug Rexall Rice Drug Company Princeton

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W. MW. Richardson Monta Vista Cemetery Montana Dam Peterson Thursey Wombeoast Springfield Coater Lei Peterson Law & Commerce B. Sutherland. Een Jake Lingle Prince Ray F. CO Aya Freckles Farrar Sid BY Blosser Earth Ohio Labor Bank College Inn Colonial Theater Star Store Princeton Avenue Bluefield, W. Va
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