Rags and Pleutangers Dominate Local Offenders List
A flurry of petty crimes fills the docket as multiple defendants face fines. Bill Talbert and Mrs Talbert each contend over a domestic dispute with a $18.60 and a $680 penalty, while other locals including A L Watkina and G A Smith face fines up to $480 for intoxication and related offenses. The report notes a chaotic scene at the city hall and a string of drunken incidents among workers and travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.B
C. Talbert
Bill
Rock
Citadel
A. L. Watkina
Cos] Feld
Ile
Bluefield
G. A. Smith
Hunter Welch
A. K. Ayers
Luther Hendricks
C. M. Anderson
Tillman-McLaurin
Hendricks
Andere
Jim Maddox
W. Turnell
Ella Wright
Sam Falkner
Jim Dinnis
Scratch Pad Sale Notice at Darr TeLE Office
An item listing shows 1,000 scratch pads available at the Darr TeLE office. The notice specifies no further details on pricing or sale method.
Remnant Heaters for Sale at Cost by M. G. Whitlow
M G Whitlow announces sale of remnant heaters at cost price to help buyers save money. The notice emphasizes limited stock and urge quick purchase.
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M. G. Whitlow
Train collision blamed on telegraph delay near Hemphill
A head on crash yesterday near Divy involved No. 91 and an extra, four miles past Hemphill after the West Vivian telegraph operator allegedly failed to relay a meet order. Conductor Harris injured, C H Williamson badly hurt, both crews escaped except them. Both engines damaged and merchandise cars destroyed.
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Divy
Hartis
Royal
Light
H. Walker
West Vivian
Hemphill
Virginia and West Virginia News Thrown Into Richmond
In Richmond the Confederate Museum hosts unveilings of four state portraits Zebulon B. Vance W D Pender Charles T Fisher and Capt Frank Sheppard. Memorial road work begins Charlottes ville to Monticello. Good Roads convention opens in Lynchburg with Montague to speak. Virginia constitutional convention debate on suffrage likely to start today. Norfolk street car strike steady but risk if non union operators used. Wanted first class girl for general housework in Graham VA two person family wages two dollars weekly good cook, no roaming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Confederate Museum
Zebulon B. Vance
W. D. Pender
Charles T Fisher
Frank Sheppard
Albert Ross
Graham, Va
Bluefield Woman's Exchange Announces Future Display
The Bluefield Woman's Exchange will show fancy articles, material and eatables it can furnish in the future. Call at No. 16 Bland Street on Thursday March 6 to learn more about the exchange.
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Bluefield
No. 16
Bland Street
There's Good in the Smoke In a J M Cigar
An advertisement extols a J M cigar as beneficial for digestion nerves and mental faculties, claiming it offers overall health and well being benefits beyond enjoyment. The copy emphasizes strength and calm through smoking.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Cures Aches and Burns
Promotion touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a universal remedy for cuts burns bruises inflammations boils ulcers and skin eruptions. Claims millions of boxes sold yearly and a money back guarantee with 25 cents price at drug stores.
J-M Cigars Promised for Quality and Satisfaction
An advertisement extols the J-M cigars claiming almost everyone would smoke if they knew the superior quality and satisfaction offered by the brand. The copy emphasizes consumer appeal and personal enjoyment.
Fire Insurance Rates Jump 25 Percent Across Nations Firms
Big fire insurers issued a circular to agents last Saturday raising all fire policy rates by 25 percent on most classes, except household goods. Home Insurance Co cites fire waste as cause and urges prompt, nationwide adjustment with caution on accepting new risks until peers agree.
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West Virginia
Bridges Hit by Freshet Leave Only Two Intact
Every bridge on the Bluestone between Mill Creek and Hinton was washed away in last week’s freshet except two one at Kegley and the other at Johnston. The text notes the craft in making them the high grade of tobacco and price of 5 cents making the J M cigar popular.
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Mill Creek
Hinton
Kegley
Johnston
Laxative Bromo Quinine Promises Fast Grip Cure
Patent medicine advertisement claims to cure grip in two days. It notes E. W. Grove’s signature on every box and sells for 25 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Local Coal and Wood Delivery Ad Notice
When you need coal and wood call on T. H. Becker, phone 125. Orders delivered promptly. 1127 If Fatal kidney and bladder troubles can always be prevented by the use of Foley's Kidney Cure, G. H. Wade. RANONS Nerve and Bone Oil Cures Rheumatism, Cuts, Sores, Burns and Bruises Large bottle 25 cents. Sold by White's Pharmacy.
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T. H. Becker
Foley
G. H. Wade
White’s Pharmacy
Embarrassing Tariff Situation Frays Cuban Aid Talks
Officials report no agreement on tariffs while Cuban aid remains a key friction point. Belief persists that future conferences may bridge the gap and lead to a workable path forward.
Protection lines strengthened in tariff debate in Washington
Washington reports a mounting tariff clash as House leaders seek a plan acceptable to beet sugar interests and Cuban relief proponents. Tawney of Minnesota urges protecting American industries, while Michigan’s delegation pushes against tariff reductions amid possible rebates.
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House
Tawney
Minnesota
Michigan
Ambassadors Protest Over Seating At McKinley Memorial
Washington February 3 diplomats from several powers protested the seating arrangement at the McKinley memorial exercises. Lord Pauncefote led talks with Secretary Hay about ambassadorial rights, backing the British envoy’s demand to sit beside the president. The ministers criticized Senator Foraker and Representative Grovenor for disregard of international etiquette.
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Washington
Congressional Committee
Supreme Court
Lord Pauncefote
Diplomatic Corps
Hay
Foraker
Grovenor
Mothers warned as opiate cough syrups harm children
Advertorial claim from G. H. Wade warns that many cough syrups contain opiates causing illness in children. Foley's Honey and Tar is promoted as a safe alternative for coughs, croup, and long troubles, described as free of opiates or poisons.
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Foley
G. H. Wade
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets advertised with refund
The ad promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee if they fail to cure. Each box bears E. W. Grove's signature and is priced at 25 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Coal land rush shifts base from Pennsylvania to West Virginia
An Irwin dispatch notes coal operators and buyers from Western Pennsylvania turning to West Virginia for development. Large tracts near 8000 acres and 14000 acres were sold or optioned to firms like Pittsburg and Baltimore Coal Company and to William N. Saam, with facilities planned to produce thousands of tons daily, signaling a regional shift in coal capital and activity.
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West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Willian H. Saam
Irwin
Pittsburg and Baltimore Coal Company
Waltbour
Pittsburg
Greensburg
William N. Saam
Suit for ten thousand damages filed for slander
A suit for $10,000 was instituted at Princeton yesterday by L. L. Mathena against R. E. L. Holt of Ingleside, asking damages for slander. Holt is said to have called Mathena a son of a gun. Marriage licenses were issued yesterday to Edward Vaughan, 20, and Ejla Faulkner, 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
L. L. Mathena
R. E. L. Holt
Ingleside
Holt
Mr. Mathena
Edward Vaughan
Ejla Faulkner
Pils Succeed for Constipation and Liver Trouble
J F Habermel of Bradford Indiana reports using Ramon’s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets after trying many remedies with no relief. After a month of nightly use the writer claims improved health and strong recommendation for the Pills and Pellets sold by H N White via Greenville Tennessee agent Brown Mfg Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F Habermel
Bradford
Indiana
Ramon
Brown Mfg Co
Greenville
Tenn
Pelle
H. N. White
Foley’s Honey and Tar Promised to Ward Off Lung Ills
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a preventative for pneumonia la grippe and consumption. It claims early proper treatment can save lives and that nothing else is as well adapted to ward off fatal lung trouble as Foley's Honey and Tar.
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Foley
G. H. Wade
Flavor of a J M cigar boosts its popularity
The cigar known as a J M draws buyers with its distinctive flavor. Its maker incurs higher costs for stock and production, but the price gap remains modest. orders from out of town are handled promptly at the Blue Front.
Lost map of Welnut Grove cemetery found at office
A lost map of Welnut Grove cemetery is reported with a reward offered. Finders are asked to leave it at the office of Kelly and Moyers, 32 tf H. M. Nasi.
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Welnut Grove Cemetery
Kelly & Moyers’s
H. M. Nasi
Madame Elrado Clairvoyant Visit Advertises Reduced Fee
An advertisement promotes Madame Elrado a clairvoyant palmist and fortune teller. It claims accurate reading of love marriage health wealth and legal matters with a private service priced at 50 cents. The notice notes she will be at Patton House for a few days with hours 9 am to 10 pm.
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Madame Elrado
Patton House
Try One, Any Way Light or Dark Cigars
An advertisment urges readers to try the J-M cigars noting men prefer dark or light options. It promotes customer satisfaction with the brand and invites trial of both varieties.
Two Commercial Travelers Drown on Big Sandy
Louis Schmitt of Portsmouth and Frank H Tyree of Catlettsburg drowned when a skiff carrying three salesmen flipped on the Big Sandy near Pikeville. Burk swam 40 yards to a log jam and was rescued. bodies of Tyree and Schmitt not recovered. Tyree carried about $6,000 insurance. Schmitt had $200 cash. Schmitt intended to visit his bride in Louisa.
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Tyree
Schmitt
Burk Swan
Captain Freeze
Louisa
Canal Outlook Gloomy as June Adjournment Looms
Washington reports Senators see little chance for canal legislation before adjournment in June. Dr. Silva says Panama canal stockholders acted with Colombian government approval to negotiate a transfer of rights, but not a final deal. Colombia is seen as holding the key, likely seeking better terms and higher compensation in exchange for its concessions.
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Washington
Dr. Silva
Columbia
King Case Remanded to Circuit Court for Reassessment
The U S Supreme Court remands the Hatfield Rutherford group versus Henry C King to the West Virginia Parkersburg circuit court with instructions to set aside its decree and conduct further inquiry. The matter concerns a vast 500000 acre land tract spanning West Virginia and raises broad questions of title and rights.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Circuit Court of the United States
West Virginia
Parkersburg
Sarah D. Hatfield
Nancy ©. Rutherford
Henry C. King
Laundry Women Wanted for City Hotel Work
Three experienced women needed to run a hotel laundry in the city. Provide address and wage expectations. Table board furnished. Apply to Lock box 714 Bluefield West Virginia.
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Bluefield
W. Va
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McKinley Services
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