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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1925
Page
1
Edgy local notices list sales taxes, property taxes due by April 16, and sheriff collection actions. Misc ads include hats and hardware, real estate offerings, and a Montvale Addition sale with 100 by 100 foot lots priced at 4500. Also church rehearsal rescheduled and a baby’s death noted with condolences.
Report of Jack Thigwle’s carp catch at Douthat pond south of the city and a string of fish displayed by Tugéte, plus two foreign establishments closed under distress warrants in Bluefield. W. J Benbow and J. C. Shawver held for Federal Court on liquor possession. J Spencer arrested with two gallons of liquor awaiting trial.
At J C Mitchells stone crusher plant in the northeast, a cavern opened after a blast Saturday. The earth sank about thirty feet, nearly burying his largest truck, and a large water stream was seen through the opening. The discovery halted operations as workers assessed the situation and cleared debris.
The Mountain State Transportation Company introduced five new Cadillacs for the Bluefield to Bristol service. The maiden trip yesterday drew patrons pleased with the comfort. Each bus runs daily on the same route as before, with passengers praising the smoother ride.
An advertisement snippet promotes “Mother’s Friend” and related wartime pregnancy guides. It references expert opinions from three generations of Protestant mothers and lists promotional names such as Erlend and Bradfield Revulator Cy. The prose is fragmentary but centers on a prenatal aid set and guidance booklets for expectant mothers.
A sensational attempt by three Telegraph photographers to photograph Dan Crotty and his young bride near Stony Ridge ended with Crotty insisting on no separation. He claimed more than age disputes, recounted past court incidents, and welcomed an interview after delays. Meanwhile a local gun club meeting in Bluefeld plans elections and opening shoots, urging wide attendance and new members.
Fragmentary text describes notable growth stories in Florida with references to individuals and developments. The legible parts hint at urban or economic progress and multiple narratives about advancement, though specifics are unclear from the damaged OCR.
United States Senator Guy D. Goff of Clarksburg urged Martinsburg listeners that two forces strive for supremacy in America. He warned of predatory wealth and special interests seeking to seize government and confiscate honest savings, threatening industrial slavery and an oligarchy. He urged awakening patriotism against socialism and internationalism.
Dr A T Robertson famed lecturer spoke last evening at Bland Street Methodist Church before the largest audience yet, continuing his lecture series in Big-City. He emphasized erasing the commonplace, the single chase, and the monotony of going on, drawing from Paul’s letter to Philippians the central theme.
The notice urges the public to attend two upcoming lectures led by Dr. Roberts on No. 3 and related topics. It emphasizes access for all interested residents to hear the presentations and discusses the aims of addressing fears and concerns.
Buckhannon resident Rohrbaugh was elected captain tonight at Morgantown mat meet events. The result sets a clear leadership choice as competitors from Morgantown and surrounding areas watched closely.
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