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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1902
Page
1
A proposed liability bill aims to prohibit waivers by contract of the right to recover for injuries. The measure targets railway employes, strengthening protections for workers against injury-related claims.
In Richmond on March 6, senators Mcwain and Caton introduced an employers liability bill. The measure, defeated before, is now expected to pass as both parties endorse the principle. It allows a personal representative to sue for a deceased worker and bars waiving rights by contract, with contributory negligence rules applying.
In Clarksburg on March 6 Jos. Jonson, related to ex Governor Johnson, was arrested with Mrs. Daniel B. Anmiller in a closed cab late at night. A warrant for highly sensational conduct was sworn out, cab driver J. M. Wine was fined for disorderly conduct, Anmiller may sue for divorce, and the affair has sparked a public uproar with fears of tragedy.
Henry Fink resigns as president of the Norfolk and Western Railway. Kimball, board chair, to succeed him. LE Johnson moves from general manager to vice president, filling vacancies created.
An old advertisement claims one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes E. W. Grove’s signature on each box and promises a refund if the cure fails, with a price of 25 cents.
News notes from New York and Washington report the Anchor Noe steamship Anchoriare detained at quarantine due to smallpox aboard near Groton. Groton School has reopened with 150 boys resuming studies. Washington reports the Spanish treaty claims commission ruling against the claimants over injuries from the Maine explosion in Havana harbor. The case of Pat tick proceeds as Judge Goff overrules discharge motion and opening addresses begin.
Washington reports rapid cabinet turnover as three of Theodore Roosevelt’s predecessors’ appointees resign. The postmaster general and secretary of the treasury have already left, with anticipated exits of the secretary of the interior and navy on the horizon. Officials note swift changes resemble Garfield era instability.
The Interstate Commerce Commission drafts an order to sue major corporations for Sherman Act violations including the Northern Securities and beef and grain trusts. The Civil Service Commission plans exams for about ten thousand government appointments, starting March 27, while army reductions and Philippine deployments are outlined. China indemnity terms are discussed with a pro rata reduction and a 10 000 tael increase claimed by Germany.
A major blaze in Plainfield New Jersey destroyed the local post office and the Babecock block housing it along with several principal businesses. The fire left about 150 families homeless with many narrow escapes reported and heavy losses overall. A classified column offers a blacksmith job in Vivian West Virginia and a lost Ladies' gold watch with reward for return to Mrs Kate Rodgers at 112 Peck Street.
An advertisement touts J M brand cigars as offering excellent quality and high satisfaction, claiming most would smoke if everyone knew their value.
An old advertisement claims Buckien's Amioa Salve cures lockjaw from cobwebs and treats wounds ulcers sores eruptions burns scalds and piles. It promises healing or payment of 25 cents at all drug stores.
A warning notes that many children are poisoned or greatly weakened by cough syrups given by mothers containing opiates. It asserts Foley's Honey and Tar is a safe remedy for coughs and croup and is the only leading medicine free of opiates. G. H. Wade.
For sale a five year lease offers 14 acres with seven acres cleared and a good vineyard. Includes a good house and is about a twenty minute walk from town. Suitable for a shop man. Also a lost map of Walnut Grove cemetery with reward offered if returned to this office or Kelly Moyers at 32 tf il. M. Nasu.
Deputy Marshal A C Hufford of Welch has tracked multiple post office robbers to Huntington where a April term federal trial will hear charges against Long Boy Williams for Vivian 1898 Sam Morris and Roscoe Vire for Matewan 191? and John Stegall for Panther end December 23. All suspects are jailed await transport to Huntington for trial.
Two cars of extra choice Michigan White Potatoes delivered to local merchants including W. P. Hawley Moise Co Payne & Trent M. W. Smith G. D. Bowman L. A. Lowder & Co. J. B. Houchins T. Baker R. H. Evans Hawkins & Hutchinson W. T. Seagie Flat Top Grocery Company wholesale distributors.
The flavor of a'J-M cigars explains their popularity. Makers incur higher costs for raw stock and production, though packaging and boxing costs are not significantly higher.
A North Carolina firm promotes Ramon Pills and Pellets by recounting a local notable man who suffered a liver complaint. After trying several physicians with no relief, he used the pills, bought more, and recovered health. The ad claims six boxes cost $1.50 versus a $15 trip to New York for consultations. For sale by H. N. White.
The note lists wines for table service at the Blue Front and whiskey for family use, indicating a local selection or purchase guidance. The brief mentions two categories of liquor and the venue name Blue Front.
An old sale notice promotes Aaron's Nerve and Bone Oil sold by White's Pharmacy. It claims cures for rheumatism cuts sores burns and bruises in a large bottle priced at 25 cents.
Cure claim touts two day relief from grip with Laxative Bromo Quinine. Contains E. W. Grove signature on each box and priced at 25 cents.
Daily light shines on Dr King's New Life Pills as a grand remedy for constipation sick headache biliousness jaundice and indigestion. Sold at drug stores for 25 cents.
An elderly observer recalled a once common practice of using cogitomens for all, noting harsh nicknames like Lylog Bill Ugly Bill Crazy Bill and offensive prefixes tied to infirmities, while older terms such as Ginger and Vinegar Crust reflected dispositions. he sees society improving as these nicknames fade.
Florida strawberries have been arriving with prices around 60 cents a quart while earlier fruit from distant sources sold higher. Frosty weather nationwide slowed growth but vines protected with straw kept production steady. next month is expected to bring greater supply and cheaper prices, possibly 25 cents a quart.
The friends of G. H. Haugan, engineer with the L. E. & W. railroad now in Lima Ohio, are pleased by his recovery from threatened kidney disease. He credits Foley's Kidney Cure with his cure and urges trainmen with similar afflictions to use it.
A promoter invites every man and woman in the United States to request a free book on opium and whiskey diseases. Address M Woolley Atlanta GA box 387 and a copy will be sent.
Advertising copy touts J M cigars with preference for dark or light cigars and claims satisfaction for smokers.
The firm of Hunter and Whitworth is dissolved by mutual consent. All debts are assumed by Geo. W. Whitworth and all accounts are due him. H. R. Hunter. March 38 1902.
Advertisement lists store room basement and a flat for rent on Mercer Street near Overshead Bridge. Mentions H. N. Waite as administrator 25 and includes an out of context note about J M cigars with Havana filler made by skilled workers and priced at five cents. The ad urges readers to try one.
The report recounts a lively police court session with multiple defendants. Jim Dennis, state of intoxication, $41.80 assessed. Kt. Winfrey paid $4.80. J. M. Fields fined $4.80. C. M. Anderson and Caleb Edwards faced penalties for similar misbehavior totaling $652.80. A man who kicked a door fled, claiming shock at police treatment.
A letter to the editors notes the monthly statement of the First National Bank of this city. The citizen calls the report a model and urges city authorities to provide residents with a similar clear concise financial statement from city fincers.
A brief note asserts a 1 M cigar aids digestion nerves and mental faculties. The claim is presented as a casual remark without supporting evidence or attribution.
A local ad states that fatal kidney and bladder troubles can be prevented by using Foley's Kidney Care from G. H. Wade and urges readers to try the tonic for urinary health.
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