15 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1902
Page
1
The West Virginia Miners' Association reports improving conditions with no strikes and advancing wages. Union leader urges arbitration over strikes, notes 17,158 members of 28,000 and a goal of unity between miners and operators as Charleston hosts the convention to set the scale.
The speaker argues for peaceable means to achieve the best wages and warns there is no money in strikes. He calls for every mine to send at least two delegates and invites more to attend the Charleston convention to advocate for higher pay.
Applications for liquor licenses were deferred until next Tuesday with opposition from Mr. Kegley and mixed support from Mr. Lilly and Mr. Bailey. Notaries public J. G. Meador and H. Blanchard were named. H. M. Shumate became Plymouth district road superintendent. Bramwell licenses issued for Hotela Overstreet & Co and others. jail contract awarded to Dr Isaiah Bee. Smallpox claims totaling three to four thousand dollars allowed.
An item listing in a Blue Front ad touts a gold medal Manhattan product described as useful and ornamental with a bottle offered at $1.50.
A seller touts the Jim cigar as near perfection from careful stock and skilled workers and offers it for five cents. The line suggests modest perfection and a low price as sales appeal.
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure for coughing colds croup and bronchial troubles claiming fast relief beyond a mere expectorant. It asserts the medicine softens dissolves mucus and removes the disease cause with safety and immediate action as vouched by Justice of the Peace J O Hood and John L Crockett.
A clairvoyant fortune teller in the city charged up to $2000 a day, drawing crowds of all ages. She claimed to read the past, foresee the future, and cast spells to bind lovers, prompting some to pledge rings, watches, and even furniture to obtain the charm.
Frank Jackson of Bluefield, an insurance agent, slashed his wrist and tried to jump from a window after being refused a train ticket. He was intoxicated and penniless. Porter Burford and staff restrained him, he was placed in room No. 8, then escorted to Bluefield after being observed overnight.
At the depot a youth asked Ticket Agent Dunn for the nearest point from Bluefield to marry without parental consent. He planned to be ready at any time and would spend 25 on the trip, agreeing to travel with a friend to carry out the elopement plan.
The United States Steel Association ships a carload of peculiar rock from near Bluestone Junction to Pittsburg for tests with fire clay to make durable heat resistant bricks for coke ovens. If tests succeed, the optioned land will be bought and a quarry opened to grind the stone for mixing with fire clay.
D. M. Easley left for Williamson. L. A. Dunn returned from Monroe county. Dr. J. E. Martin departed for Princeton on business. Claude Williamson visited relatives in Vinton Virginia and returned. James Hearn of Ada was in the city and left for Huntington. No Lutheran Church services tomorrow. pastor at Tazewell. Sunday school at 9 45 a m. Mass at 10 a m at the Church of the Sacred Heart with Benediction after Mass.
Personal advertisement listing a No 2 Remington typewriter in excellent condition. Contact 31536 E W Atkinson for details.
In a testimonial from Macomb Illinois J R Holly a real estate insurance and loan agent recounts his wife suffering severe stomach trouble before using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He claims she was unable to eat meals and that several physicians failed to help but after the product she is now cured and can eat normally.
A bold promotional note invites readers to buy a J M cigar for a nickel. The short pitch promises peak cigar enjoyment and urges customers to secure a J M brand.
At a meeting on March 12 1902 the Bluefield fire department unanimously expressed gratitude to E O Sloan of the Bluefield Inn for a grand banquet held December 28 1902 and to citizens who helped cover banquet expenses. They pledge better service in protecting property in fire times. Call for Hester's Famous Bock Beer and take no other.
Surgeons knife not needed surgery is no longer necessary to cure piles DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cures such cases at once removing the necessity for dangerous painful and expensive operations For scalds cuts burns wounds bruises sores and skin diseases it is unequalled Beware of counterfeits John L Crockett.
The firm of Hunter & Whitworth is dissolved by mutual consent. All debts are assumed by Geo W Whitworth and all accounts are due him. H R Hunter. March 8 1902.
The president renominates Brown Allen for the western district and Morgan Trent for the eastern district as U S marshals after an investigation of civil service law violations tied to campaigning in Virginia. Attorney General Knox supports the move, signaling a GOP regulars victory amid efforts to challenge the organization.
After resuming work, Boston strikers refuse to work with nonunion men. The situation is described as the most critical since the strike began.1
A blaze engulfed the post office and principal business block in Mount Vernon New York today. Two people were killed and one seriously injured with many others escaping danger.
Mrs John Stover killed her husband in a fit of jealousy after he accused her of flirting. The report notes the fatal shooting occurred in New York on March 14 as authorities investigate motive and circumstances.
A promotion extols the J.M cigar as the most fragrant and enjoyable option for the money. It emphasizes cleanliness and honesty in manufacture and urges readers to choose the J.M brand for a bouquet that will make neighbors envious.
Dr Kines New Discovery for Consumption promises cures for respiratory illnesses including asthma. Advertising claims list consumption pneumonia bronchitis grip croup and whooping cough as defeated with guaranteed relief. Trials offered. prices 50c and 1. Rent available for a room at 814 Wma McCauley Bland street.
Notice from M. G. WuirLow announces sale of remnant heaters at cost. Limited time offer to save money. Purchase details not fully clear due to damaged OCR.
The ad claims nagging wives ruin homes and pitches Electric Bitters as a cure for female trouble, nervous exhaustion, melancholy, loss of appetite, headaches, sleeplessness, and weak kidneys. It touts thousands of satisfied users, a 50c price, and a satisfaction guarantee at drug stores.
A North Carolina firm reports a prominent local man with liver trouble improved after using Ramon Pills and Pellets. After several doctors failed, he bought six boxes for $1.50 and recovered, while a trip to New York cost $150.00. For sale by H. N. White.
An executive presentation reveals a novel approach to the Cuban question, highlighting a shift in policy stance and garnering general commendation from officials. The report notes improved coordination among agencies and a cautious stance on diplomatic maneuvering.
Washington reports President Roosevelt earns commendation from Republican leaders in both factions as he handles the Cuban sugar tariff issue with tact and firmness. His balanced approach reassures allies and opponents, strengthening his standing within the party.
London reports Field Marshal Wolseley and Major Thornycroft will sail from Southampton to Capetown on orders to investigate conditions in South Africa. He is described as acting as an envoy of King Edward to inform efforts to end the war before the coronation, independent of Kitchener.
An ad promotes Hloester's Buck Beer as a health invig orator for weakly women and sickly children. Foley's Kidney Cure is claimed to restore kidneys and bladder. It states no injurious contents and notes sale by G. H. Wade.
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