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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1918
Page
4
A distorted OCR version of the pledge emphasizes belief in the United States as a democracy and republic. It cites government by consent, a union of states, and duties of loyalty, defense, and obedience to laws.
A Fosdick meditation contrasts physical courage with steadfast faith as Jesus faces the cross without compromise. It cites examples of martyrdom and loyalty, noting the Master’s unwavering resolve and the call to fearlessness in the face of danger.
A hospital in Rouen, France, records a dying soldier’s plea for continued prayer at home. Readers are urged to gather in prayer, support through money, and join in a citywide noon prayer signal proclaimed by Mayor Stahlman, reflecting on biblical calls to repentance and national healing.
A call urges prayer for the nation and personal cleansing, crediting California for leading the movement. Mention is made of communities Bramwell Kekman Bluefield and Virginia cities observing the appeal amid patriotic efforts. Citizens urged to join in prayer.
The state Democratic chairman urged registrars to list Democrats who have joined the war effort so they may vote in the upcoming primary and November election. Reports say blanks are sent to registrars to forward ballots for those at the front, with calls for both parties to ensure soldier voting rights. Republicans claim to avoid partisan wartime strife and should also mobilize to include soldiers in the vote.
The piece laments destruction of memorials to laureates Recine and Dumas the Elder amid fierce fighting in Picardy Flanders and near Paris. It notes Chateau Thierry as La Fontaine birthplace with a memorial library and museum at Rue de la Fontaine, urging reverence for historical sites amid German advance.
Northfork wrapped up its War Savings Stamp drive under the banner Over the Top with an outdoor event at the Grand Theatre. Chief White Eagle led entertainment as solicitors sold stamps to hundreds. final tally not yet released but projected well above 216,000 stamps or about $40 per resident.
Mayor Toney urges Northfork residents to display Italian and American flags for Independence Day. Plans include securing a band and speakers to mark the occasion, highlighting Italy America friendship.
Northfork church announces Sunday school at 10 o clock led by supervisor John Bane. Preaching every first and third Sunday at 11 o clock by Rev Turley. Monday marks the first day of Job with work law in effect. The town notes few loafers and Mayor Toney aids those in need.
The article notes imminent enforcement of conscription rules after Monday. Those of draft age not working will be arrested and sent to training camps for trench prep, while younger individuals found guilty face county road terms. Community updates include town reports on savings drive results and local arrivals from various trips.
Mrs T Stanger reports her son Thos landy Stanger safely arrived in France two months after leaving for camp making three Cooper boys in the theater of war. The War Stamp drive fell short as stamps were not secured in time. Mill Creek Coal and Coke plans two new houses on old Walton camp grounds and eight more later this fall. Ed Whitehead serves as depot agent for thirty days. Local visitors include Mrs Willis Miss Rhodes Miss Buchanan Miss Wall and Dr Dave Thomas. Niswander buys a Sphinx automobile.
Oakvale reports near ten thousand dollars pledged to War Savings Stamps after Rev L W Irwin spoke on the program. Rev Wm Snead completed a two week meeting at the chapel with several church additions and hoped lasting good. A local motor wreck settlement involves G C Davis for 12000 with Norfolk and Western Railway. Heavy rains damaged crops while farmers harvest wheat, some good and some poor. Lieutenant Edmund R Cole of Jersey City N J was killed in a crash near Ellington Field. Lieutenant Ronald Knapp unhurt. Washington votes on wheat price after Senate tie up. plan to raise government minimum to 340 remains under debate.
Vienna dispatch quotes the Austrian war office stating enemy reconnoitering detachments attempted to cross the river near Zenson Noventa di Pilave. Artillery duels of varying strength occurred along the remainder of the front.
British lines show no major change in northern France as official dispatches report stable positions. Marshal Haig’s headquarters issue a terse bulletin confirming continued patrol activity with no significant breakthroughs or retreats.
A anderson of several counties announces candidacies for federal and state offices in the West Virginia Republican primaries to be held August 6, 1918. Individuals named include A Willie Meadows James A Hughes Hugh Ike Shott Wells Goodykoontz Charles S Herberlin Davis Elkins and others seeking Senate Governor and congressional seats.
The release notes that beyond the usual artillery activity on both sides there is nothing to report. The terse statement provides no further details about positions casualties or movements.
The exchange of war prisoners between Germany and Russia has been interrupted by chaotic conditions in Greater Russia and Siberia, Berlin telegram reports to the Rheinische Westfälische Zeitung of Essen.
Washington June 29 The senate approved and sent to conference the 5.408 billion fortifications bill after a brief twenty minute discussion and without a roll call or dissent. The measure funds major increases in ordnance manufacture.
The German war office confirms a British advance into Vieux Berquin but says a counterattack pushed them beyond the village western border. They report multiple British and French actions north of the Lys and Aisne, with several enemy attacks repulsed and prisoners taken. Ninteen enemy aircraft were shot down and twenty Italian prisoners captured south of Rheim?
At Huntington closing sessions the West Virginia Christian Endeavor Union elected officers for 1919 and set Clarksburg as the convention site for June 17 to 20. Officers named include C. B. Hetzler president and J. Lucas Wheeling as world vice president.
President Wilson vetoed the postoffice appropriation bill blocking government use of pneumatic mail tubes in six cities. The veto directed the department to retain the tubes until next March pending ICC investigation on their advisability. Contracts in New York City Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia Chicago and St Louis expire Monday.
Huntington West Virginia June 29 Judge Thomas A Null withdrew from the Democratic nomination race in the fourth district after a harmony agreement with Stuart J Bowman who will continue. Frank D McCoy also withdrew leaving Bowman and Harry P Camden as the remaining contenders.
Discharged due to ill health the 32 year old coal miner Harry Barcus killed himself with a pistol in his west Poplar street side yard in Clarksburg W V after returning from a national army cantonment and being discharged by the draft board.
West Virginia Osteopathic Association closed its sixteenth annual convention in Clarksburg with new officers named. President is Dr M A Boyes of Parkersburg, Vice President Dr A C Tedford of Bluefield, Secretary-Treasurer Dr G E Morris of Clarksburg, Trustees Dr John J Henderson of Charleston.
Rebert L. Temple killed his prospective son in law in Memphis Tennessee as guests assembled in an adjoining room for a gathering on June 29. The incident took place amid a social event with several attendees present.
A man linked to a shooting surrendered and admitted the act after claiming Lena Graham of Meridian Mississippi was already married. Police say the shooter is J. Br. Giana, a railroad conductor and father of the bride.
Samuel Gompers and other labor leaders were elected to the executive committee of the League to Enforce Peace. Henry Van Dyke of Princeton, former minister to Holland, was also elected to membership on the committee.
Lester Kd Molt a 29 year old Los Angeles tester for a New York aircraft company was killed when the airplane he was flying crashed in a cornfield after a nose dive from 1200 feet near Dayton Ohio.
Official notice announced in Clarksburg that Baltimore and Ohio passenger trains Number 6 and Number 70 between Pittsburg and Clarksburg will be discontinued Wednesday.
Madil Oklahoma June 29 Lougiong McGill a Black man said to be identified as the man who attacked Mrs. Lawson near her farm and later injured her with a sharp object was fatally harmed by a mob of about 500. He was captured two miles from the Lawson home and identified by Mrs Lawson’s 13 year old daughter before being killed by the crowd. No arrests had been reported.
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