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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1903
Page
2
Hugh Ike Shott and Ben J. Shannon advertise that advertising rates are furnished on application. The notice notes entry at the post office in Briefie WV and mentions second class mail marks and a $1.00 amount.
A satirical column mocks political and labor figures. It lampoons King Peter of Servia seeking local work, Emperor William dining with Ambassador Tower, and President Mitchell of United Mini Workers amid overwork claims. It notes Staunton Virginia candidate C A Braxton declining a Senate run and a Richmond street car strike stirring public opinion voices.
A reflective piece traces the Seng Digger era from ancient Mound Builders to modern frontiersmen chasing ginseng. It contrasts the disappearing Indigenous, frontier, and educated classes and notes the wandering families who sought treasure in the mountains and valued freedom in simple living.
Frank J Cheney swears as senior partner of F J Cheney & Co that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Sworn and subscribed on December 6, 1886, in Toledo Ohio. The notice claims internal action and blood mucous surface impact with testimonials and availability through Cheney and agents.
The passage describes mountain families living with few needs and simple foods. They hunted with rifles, slept outdoors, and traveled in small groups to gather roots and barter for bacon tobacco and ammunition at a country store. Many of these hardy folk face dwindling numbers as their generation declines.
A four-position photo offer from the Cute Photo Studio at 235 Princeton Avenue promises pleasing results. The ad touts guaranteed satisfaction and urges quick action for a limited-time opportunity with four poses for 35 cents.
Classified note announces a flat for rent above 215 Princeton Avenue with application directed to J. W. Bowers.
Milk Flakes described as a sterilized dry milk powder offered by Crump and Stafford. Also advertised 208 acres on Rich Creek near Bluefeld with timber fruit trees and improvements plus 49 acres nearby with white oak poplar and hemlock timber. Listing notes rapid value increase and invites inquiries to J. Coe of Pinoak, W. Va.
An old notice proclaims DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a scar free cure for bleeds itching burns piles eczema and other skin ailments. Sold by John L. Crockett.
The Blackstone Mining Company will hold its annual stockholders meeting at its Halls ville West V a office on July 13 1903 at 10 a m to elect a board of directors for the coming year and to transact any other lawful business. The notice appears in this issue.
An advertisement proclaims L Hester Prewing Company malt liquor brewed under the pure food law of Ohio. It asserts the product is absolutely pure and free from adulteration.
An advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy for stomach troubles including loss of appetite indigestion and bad breath. It claims health depends on proper nourishment and promotes purchase through Jno. L. Crockett local seller.
A remote family fatalizes distress after accident urging Becklen's Arnica Salve as the best on earth. Readily available at drug stores, the product is promoted as a remedy for wounds ulcers and other injuries.
A humorous house ad proclaims Dr Thomas Electric Oil indispensable for safety and readiness, claiming accidents can happen at any moment and urging readers to keep the product in use at all times.
An advertisement invites ladies and children to try DeWitt’s Little Early Risers, claiming they differ from other pills by not purging the system and causing no griping. Endorsed by W. H. Howell of Houston and Rob Moore of Lafayette, the pills are sold by Jno L Crockett.
FOR RENT. Two desirable store rooms 28 and 25 Brand Street Bluefield in best location for any business. Will rent them together or separately. Apply to M. W. Sterne.
West Virginia vs George L Karnes and unknown owners of about thirty acres in Rock District Mercer county. On July 6 1903 at Princeton office commissioner will begin duties under decree to take account of taxes and determine redeemable parcels by A M Sutton clerk W B Honaker.
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pill as a remedy for sick and nervous headaches. Claims to purify blood and improve health. priced at 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured. Sold by all druggists.
Mrs J W Eakings credits Doan's Kidney Pills with helping her ten year old daughter Eileen after back pain and weakness. She bought them at Jno L Crockett's drug store and reports improvement after one box. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is sole US agent. price 50 cents per box. Remember the name Doan's.
N & W Ry announces May 24 1908 schedules from Bluefield with departures to Radford Roanoke Lynchburg Norfolk and points on Shenandoah Division. Pullman sleepers Radford to New York Welch to Philadelphia and 8:50 p m to Columbus Cincinnati. Westbound departures to Kenova Columbus and Welch plus Pocahontas Coopersleaf area connections.
Fresh testimony pours in declaring Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds unequaled. Benterville Virginia resident T J McFarland says three years of bronchitis ended after using the remedy. It cures lung and throat troubles pneumonia and grip. Guaranteed by druggists. Trial bottles free regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00.
The advertisement touts a pleasant to take harmless One Minute Cough Cure that gives immediate relief in cough croup and la grippe. It states the remedy acts at the site of trouble, draws out inflammation heals and cures, and supports lungs blood and tissues. Sold by all druggists.
An advertisement asserts Kodol helps digestive organs assimilate wholesome food into nourishing blood, supporting nerves, tissues, muscles, and overall organ recuperation. It claims the product cures indigestion dyspepsia and stomach catarrh and is sold locally.
WM Hicks and Co issues a closing out notice announcing stock reduction to a sixty day period and inviting inquiries from customers and suppliers regarding remaining inventory and terms.
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