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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1910
Page
1
In Bismarck and across North Dakota independents join a high stakes primary as progressives denounce stalwarts as corporation tools. The contest centers on Senate seats with candidates from both parties plus independents for governor and congress.
Supreme court judges will appear on a separate ballot with no party marks. Six candidates advance to a general ballot, three win the governorship, and Democrats hope to elect Governor John Bure again though U S Senate remains unlikely as Republicans dominate the legislature.
Muskogee Oklahoma June 27 The big conference of Indians to be held this week will discuss abandoning tribal customs and laws and preparing the Indian to enjoy full American citizenship. The event is billed as the last grand gathering of its kind with the Commercial Club of Muskogee as sponsor. Federal officials and welfare advocates will join tribal leaders and delegations from the Choctaws Cherokees Seminoles Chickasaws Apaches from Arizona Florida Seminoles and Klamaths from Oregon are expected to attend.
A two day nonpartisan gathering in Peoria focuses on alleged Illinois legislative corruption and opposition to reform measures. Speakers include U S Senator Jonathan Bourne and reformer Winston Churchill who will discuss the Oregon plan and the short ballot.
Reno reports rapid influx of spectators from across the country for the Jeffries Johnson prize fight with main arrival expected Friday. Johnson’s workout was less impressive than prior session and altitude did not affect his breathing. Fans crowded Mo ana Springs yesterday in vain hope of viewing Jeffries while betting remains light and concentrated at ringside for the latest combatant updates.
Delegates from nearly all middle and western states attend the annual convention of the Association of Grain Insurance Companies of the United States in Peoria. The three day session began today with representatives gathering to discuss industry issues.
Italy moves to extradite Porter Charlton for the Lake Como murder of Mary Scott Castle Charlton. In Jersey City he faces a fugitive from Italian justice charge as his mental state is examined after a breakdown and sleepless night. Judge Paul Charlton had previously arranged expert evaluation.
Arrangements to transfer executive offices from Washington to Beverly were practically finished. Shipments of papers and furniture moved. The president departs for the summer capital tomorrow afternoon and will arrive in Beverly Wednesday morning. A large part of the White House staff will accompany.
Roman Catholic clergy and laymen from across the United Kingdom travel to London for the consecration of the Westminster cathedral. The ceremonies are set for tomorrow followed by a Wednesday celebration marking sixty years since the English hierarchy was restored.
Prentice Willetts, Harvard University hockey captain in 1908 and three year all American, died of typhoid fever in Syracuse New York on June 27.
Heavy rains and a cloud burst cause the Coal River and Mud River valleys to flood to their highest stages on record. Crops and property damage may reach 300000 dollars. Railroad traffic is halted due to washouts and landslides.
In New York on June 27 two Chinese men Shu Foo and Sen Jing were killed and a third wounded as hostilities resumed in Chinatown. Police deployed a large force to Chinatown to prevent further fighting and unrest among the Oriental community.
Beverly Massachusetts June 27 an automobile owned by President Taft and driven by his son Robert A Taft ran over and seriously injured an Italian laborer at the scene hospital reports indicate a possible skull fracture
Atlanta June 27. W T Postwick who held out in a house near Irwinville was killed during a police assault after earlier killing two officers. His children were unharmed.
A weather report notes West Virginia will have showers Tuesday with Wednesday partly cloudy and warmer. Virginia expects local showers Tuesday and likely Wednesday with light variable winds mostly from the south.
In Havana on June 27 a dramatic assault targeted Antonio San Miguel congressman from Pinar Del Rio and La Lucha editor. Congressman Manuel Lores of Oriente fired a revolver but missed, grazing Antonio Gonzales Lamaza. San Miguel drew his pistol and the fighters were separated.
Chicago June 27 no verdict by midnight as the Browne bribery jury, called endurance jurors, continued deliberations. Judge McSurley left the criminal court at nine and would return tomorrow.
Washington June 27 John L Sheridan the oldest umpire in the American League announced he sent his resignation to Ban Johnson He has served thirty one years and offers no reason beyond fatigue Probable another position will be found for him and he will stay involved with major league affairs
Reno Nev June 27 Tom Flannagan said representatives of a Canadian syndicate arrived ready to offer one hundred fifty thousand for Canadian rights to the fight pictures. Jack Gleason is due back Wednesday and deals are to be closed then.
Boston June 27 Miss Helen Kellar renowned for her intellectual achievements receives congratulations on her thirtieth birthday. Though unable to speak hear or see she completed four years at Radcliffe College and is versed in higher learning disciplines.
The first troops for the big maneuver camp of the middle Atlantic states arrive in camp at Gettysburg. Brigadier General Witherspoon will command. Maryland and Virginia units join July 1 to 9, Pennsylvania and New Jersey July 11 to 18, and the District of Columbia July 18 to 31.
The Vatican’s note to the Spanish government is treated as an ultimatum demanding the withdrawal of the June eleventh decree before negotiations on revising the concordat can continue. Republican and radical groups nationwide protest Catholic agitation with counter-manifestations.
In New Jersey on June 27 an automobile carrying Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Bloch ran out of control and crashed into a telegraph pole. Mrs. Bloch suffered a crushed skull while Mr. Bloch received less serious injuries.
Senator Robert Lafollette and Elmer Burkett plan talks at Sagamore Hill as Colonel Roosevelt keeps meeting insurgent allies. Madison representative Madson and others may join later in the week. Roosevelt praised as the greatest living American and in fighting trim amid mounting political speculation.
Washington June 27 After three months of hearings the house committee investigating charges against congressmen closed with an unofficial note to counsel that no corruption by any member was found. Editors Omahoney and Shaw testified that a lobby may exist but offered no concrete details.
Navy Department confirms from Plymouth England a cablegram about a practice cruise of the naval academy squadron. It lists Midshipman Richard Evelyn Ayrd among the crew and notes a typhoid case aboard. The report reflects routine wartime health monitoring aboard ship.
Of Virginia, a patient was moved to the hospital with typhoid fever. Midshipman G. A. Smith had previously been taken to the hospital for typhoid fever.
The jury in the E B Howell murder case of Police Chief C W Dunn in Scotland Neck last March was filled today and evidence began. Powell killed Dunn and injured State Senator Travis and State Representative Kit quen.
Washington June 27 official announcement from the house appropriations committee shows appropriations closed at 1 027133466 dollars for the session.
Reno observers predict the Jeffries Johnson bout marks the end of an era in boxing. Fighters trainers and writers in Reno reflect on decades of the sport while awaiting Monday's decision. Johnson sparred ten rounds as spectators watched and talked.
Michael Thisthwad Ja, Italian laborer, remains in serious condition after being struck by an automobile driven by Robert Taft, son of President Taft, in Beverly Massachusetts. The Taft family plans to stay in Beverly to monitor his condition as doctors list him on the dangerous list with slim chances of recovery. Dr. S J Bixter of Boston arrived at the hospital, and Robert Taft is distraught over the incident.
Charleston June reports over 1500 buildings under construction. In May 25 permits were issued and June is already surpassing past months. May permits include four frame, seven brick, and four brick veneer. many approvals for new residences, chiefly in the city’s upper town.
From Peking on June 27 the imperial decree declines to convoke parliament at once. The regent is said to adhere to the original plan for a general legislative body only years after the first provincial assemblies meet.
Meagre details reach Jackson of a race clash near Harrisville Simpson County. Armed posses hundreds strong pursue fugitives as tensions rise and potential outbreaks of further trouble are anticipated.
Ja ke Champ, a Mercer County miner, shot at Detective Peters during an attempted arrest near Welch. Peters was wounded in the lung and rushed to a hospital, while Champ escaped with handcuffs on his wrists. A prior incident links Champ to a horse-killing arrest in 12 years past involving Max G. Witten.
Charley Peters died at Welch miners hospital after a pistol wound from an incident at Jed last night. Charles Champ, who allegedly shot Peters, was killed by Peters at the scene. Champ's wife was wounded. Details vary, and reports note earlier timing and uncertainties.
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