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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1918
Page
4
Rates cash in advance for various periods appear in this early issue alongside an expansive declaration of the American Creed. The creed proclaims government by the people and the importance of freedom equality justice and humanity with citizens urged to love support obey and defend the United States.
A reader note quotes Dionysius and Horace on duty and virtue. The fragment reflects on how adversity reveals talents ignored in prosperity, and asserts faith in right outcomes under divine oversight.
The article argues that despite Austrian failures and Allied gains, Germany is not defeated. A long war looms with Germany likely to launch another major western offensive. American troop deployments continue, and terms after victory should strip Germany of conquered lands and curb its power in Europe and beyond.
The passage argues for serious German embarrassment and strong military prep amid war. It warns the Kaiser’s new title and loyalty of Moroccan followers, urging continued effort to defeat militarism and protect civilization. It notes ongoing dissolution of enemy forces and the need for readiness before a long conflict.
Hon Hugh Shott of Bluefield arrives by auto to campaign in the fifth district for the Republican nomination on August 6. He has spent 25 years in Bluefield journalism, edits the Bluefield Telegraph, and travels with his son and J. D. Shott of Bluefield and Mr. Lilly. He is meeting voters and expects to be nominated.
Governor Cornwell remitted the balance of the jail term for Frank Tolbard who was convicted in Randolph County Circuit Court for unlawful assault. Tolbard had been fined fifty dollars and sentenced to eight months in jail. release granted due to serious illness. Twenty German planes destroyed by British air force in Western Front action. nine more forced down. British lose fourteen aircraft.
John Poole of Washington DC won the International Association of Rotary Clubs presidency on the second ballot. The decision was made unanimous on a motion by Robinson A. McDowell of Louisville, former first vice president and candidate.
Shock from the death of her husband J C Cummings two days earlier caused the death of Mrs Catherine Mulvey Cummings aged fifty nine at her daughter Mrs A B Smith’s home on Jasper street. She lived in Orlando Lewis county and nine children survive.
Zurich dispatch notes Dr. von Kuehlmann offered his resignation to the German emperor on Wednesday. Dispatch says the emperor is expected to accept the resignation and reports the move as a possible political shift abroad.
An air raid near Paris on Friday evening saw several enemy planes approach the city. A few bombs fell, but no victims were reported. The alert sounded at 11:39 p.m. and the all clear followed at 12:30 a.m.
John Zeller a machinist at the local aviation field was drowned when the airplane he was flying fell into Pensacola Bay today. The incident occurred in Pensacola Florida on June 28. The report notes the victim’s occupation and location of service.
Time proves the durability of Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy sold for over forty years. Millions of bottles have been used, and the product is trusted to relieve indigestion.
Henry Bubenheim a naturalized German and Pittsburgh plant owner was arrested by state officials and held for a suit by U S Attorneys to revoke his citizenship. Federal officials say he directed a young inventor to deliver a gas bomb style device to the German consul in Mexico and arranged shipments of trucks for Germany. If revocation occurs he would be interned as an enemy alien.
New York June 28 First Lieutenant Alexander McClintock US Army Air Force or Royal? shot and killed himself in New York City after being sent from Camp Dix New Jersey without leave The officer honored by King George for gallantry in action while serving with Canadian forces had been absent from Camp Dix for nearly a month Friends said he had been short of funds recently
A Gulf Port report says the British steamship Atlantian, 659 tons, built 1899, was torpedoed and sunk. She carried a crew of sixty five officers and men and was laden with munitions. She left Gulf Port on May 28 for Europe. no casualty details or sinking date and location confirmed.
Governor John J. Cornwell addressed the Epworth League in Charleston as the three day state convention wrapped up. Speakers included Rev. Dr. Walter Anthony of Huntington. Officers elected for one year: H. G. Sewards president B. J. West vice president Miss Vienna Trent secretary S. H. Robinson treasurer Miss Lottie Johnson Era agent.
Huntington W Va June 28 M Z White warden of the West Virginia penitentiary at Moundsville says he will not remain in office beyond July 31 his term ends and he has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state senator in the sixth district which includes Wayne Mingo McDowell and Wyoming counties and plans to re establish his home at Williamson the Mingo county capital within two weeks
A Chicago electric train struck a grade crossing, killing seven people. The wreck occurred at night near El and involved a streetcar as commuters faced a deadly crash.
Oscar Israeli Woodley president of Marshall College filed his first naturalization claim in the southern district of West Virginia. Born in Poston Ontario Canada October 19 1863 he emigrated from Windsor Canada to the United States in 1865.
Large delegations from all sections of the state attend the initial session of the sixteenth annual West Virginia Osteopathic Association convention in Clarksburg. Dr George M Laughlin dean of the American School of Osteopathy Kirksville Missouri presides.
A fragmentary testimonial from Way Ling West Virginia praises Dr. Pierce Anurie Tablets for rheumatism kidney trouble and bladder spasms. The letter quotes multiple users claiming relief after trying Anurie and urges others with painful urinary and back issues to consider the remedy.
To West Virginia Republicans Virgil L Highland of Clarksburg announces candidacy for United States senator subject to primary rules on August sixth. James Hunn of W Va also announces seeking Republican nomination under state laws governing the primary election.
The opening address was delivered by a speaker, with Dr. Clara KE Sullivan of Wheeling and Dr. H. S. Campbell of this city among the other speakers. Sessions will continue tomorrow featuring special clinics directed by Dr. Laughlin.
Charleston June 25 The state department of military census and enrollment asked state lawyers to provide patriotic service by helping registrants complete their draft questionnaires for classification. The work will be free to the registrants, as in the first classification of drafted men.
The article notes continued uncertainty over the fate of Russia's former czar and Kerensky, who remained in hiding for days awaiting a public reveal. It mentions the Holshevik threat, a price on his head, and his departure from Russia via Mourmansk toward England amid varied ventures.
The Tages Zeitung reports Bolshevik overthrow expected in Petrograd with Grand Duke Nicholas's supporters gaining strength in Siberia. It notes killings and surrenders among red guards and German-sourced caution, while Milukoff and Guchkoff lead counterrevolutionary moves from Harbin and Grand Duke Michael leads anti Bolshevik efforts in Omsk with succession details.
Continued from page one the listing shows names linked to states and towns including Sergeants James W. Koon Weems Ohio and Harry W. Endter Bernard Ohio Corporal Carter Selfe Bristow and Privates Jesse Hyden St. Albans West Virginia Joseph Beck Philadelphia Paul Tereschenko Philadelphia James A. Rice Ashland Kentucky Benjamin F. Lawson Latrobe Pennsylvania Harry E. Schaeffer Philadelphia Harry E. Bowles Brynside West Virginia Willard Felty Ashland Kentucky George Purcell Duncott Pennsylvania Andrew Charles Phelps Kentucky Herbert K Lennox Pottsville Pennsylvania Samuel D. McCain Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
A war office dispatch reports Italian fire aimed behind lines in Guidicaria and the Argo basin, failed reconnoitering in Presena, and a new Piave cross attempt near Fogsalta thwarted as Piave waters remained high. Col di Rosso and Monte di Bella on the Venetian Alps endured heavy artillery and mine bombardment.
The Central Trust Company announces redemption of six percent fifteen-year First Mortgage Gold Coupon Sinking Fund Bonds of Princeton Power Company. Bonds dated Jan 1 1966 are redeemed at 101 percent plus accrued interest to July 1 1918. Payment at Central Trust Company, Charleston WV, on July 1 1918. Interest ceases then.
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a gentle alternative to calomel for cleansing the liver and bowels. It claims users will wake feeling better with liver function improved and no salivation, urging buyers to trust their druggist’s money back guarantee.
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