Centerville Proclaimed Gateway to West Virginia Coal Region
Centerville sits at the mouth of Jacob's Fork on the Dry Fork of Tug River and is touted as the ideal rail hub to Pocahontas Virginia. Developers claim a railroad will open the Dry Fork Coal field and attract large merchant trade with Centerville becoming the main distribution point. Prime business lots are offered with maps and blueprints available. the seller can withdraw the offer at any time, address G A Matthews Bluefield West Virginia.
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Jacob's Fork
Tug River
Ies
Jaeger
W. Va
Pocahontas
West Virginia
Centerville
Tire Dry
Cecil Rhodes Dies After Long Illness at About Sixty
The South African diamond magnate Cecil Rhodes died of heart disease with dropsy after a protracted sickness. He had begun wealth by taking control of the Kimberley mines and later amassed riches from South African gold ventures. In later years his ventures were marked by rapid, seemingly effortless gains.
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Cape Town
Cecil Rhodes
Kimberly
South Africa
Senate delegation invites president to Charlottesville roads meet
Washington reports Senator Martin led a group to the White House to invite the president to the good roads convention in Charlottesville on April 3 and 24. The president expressed sympathy but cited current public affairs as preventing acceptance.
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Washington
Martin
White House
Charlottesville
Boer Delegates Report March Talks in Vienna
A Boer delegate from Utrecht says on March 27 in Vienna Mr. Fisher will meet with Kuyper and then with ex President Kruger and Doctor Leyds to discuss war settlement. Negotiations in South Africa are said to hinge on independence and exchange of the Rand for Zululand.
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Vienna
Utrecht
Holland
Kuyper
Fisher
Kruger
Leyds
South Africa
To Stop Strike A Conciliation Committee Named
New York March 26 A civic federation conciliation committee was asked by President John Mitchell to act to avert a threatened strike by Pennsylvania coal miners. Attending were Senator Hanna Oscar Straus Bishop Potter Lewis Nixon Franklin McVeigh Ralph Easley Marcus Marks William Pfahler Frank Sargent and James Duncan.
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New York
The
Civic Federation
John Mitchell
Pennsylvania
Senator Hanna
Oscar Straus
Bishop Potter
Lewis Nixon
Franklin McVeigh
Ralph Easley
Marcus Marks
William Pfahler
Frank Sargent
James Duncan
Coronation Review Set for June 28 at Portsmouth
The Coronation Review will be held on June 28 at Portsmouth. About a hundred vessels are expected, including thirty British ships and twenty foreign ones to participate in the event.
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Portsmouth
British Defeat of Delarey Confirmed in March 23 Raid
London reports the Boer commander Delarey defeated with 135 prisoners taken and five guns captured. On March 23 mounted columns moved to trap him, reaching a line from Commando drift at dawn. Kekewich seized three fifteen pounders two pom poms nine prisoners mules carts and wagons. Kitchener held 89 prisoners carts wagons and a thousand cattle. Results from Rochfort and Rawlingon were not yet available.
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Delarey
Kekewich
Kitchener
Rochfort
Rawlingon
Morris Schwartz Arrested for Bank Forgery in Philadelphia
New York report says Morris Schwartz was arrested in Philadelphia this afternoon charged with using forged notes to swindle the Seventh National Bank of New York out of 80000 dollars.
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New York
Morris Schwartz
Philadelphia
Seventh National Bank
Commons Adjourns for Easter Holidays to April 7
London report states the house of commons adjourned after a brief session and will reconvene on April 7 for the Easter holidays. The move follows routine parliamentary procedure as lawmakers take a break.
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London
House of Commons
Nice Rooms for Rent on Reese Street
Furnished or unfurnished rooms available at No 4 Reese street. Call 827 for details.
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Reese Street
For Sale A New Residence on Raleigh Street
Handsome seven room house on Raleigh Street for sale never occupied good terms offered. Apply at once to Nathan Sohn Blues field Sun.
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Raleigh Street
Nathan Sohn
Bluesfield Sun
Handing a J-M cigar harms confidence when given
The text argues that presenting a J-M cigar to a friend or business acquaintance undermines the recipient's confidence and leaves the giver feeling small. It claims the cigar has a national reputation and costs no more than comparable cigars fit for gifting.
DeWitts Little Early Risers Advertised Benefits
The advertisement claims DeWitts Little Early Risers keep the liver and bowels healthy to prevent biliousness and eruptions. D E Hooper of Albany Georgia reports relief from biliousness and improved well being after using the pills. The copy emphasizes that the pills are safe, thorough and gentle with no griping.
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DeWitt
D. E. Hooper
Albany, Ga
John L. Crockett
Democrats Hopeful Lead Up To Fall Campaign
Democrats view prospects for elections as favorable with plans to reorganize the congressional campaign committee. The group ponders an eastern treasurer and a middle west chairman to run the executive committee from Chicago, coordinating material and strategy for northern and western districts.
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Washington
Congressional Campaign Committee
Nixon
House
Congressional Committee
Middle West
Ben. Cable
Illinois
Executive Committee
Chicago
Elksin’s Boom for President Complicates 1904 GOP
A Charleston Mail Washington special says Senator Elkins may be the moneyed interest choice for the 1904 Republican nomination. The piece notes Roosevelt’s western irrigation policy irritates financial backers and predicts a north south divide in the anti Roosevelt campaign.
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Washington
Charleston
8. B. Elkins
Central
Wall Street
Roosevelt
Alleghenies
New England
Maryland
Delaware
Fairbanks
Elkins
Saloon Shooting in Buffalo Over Fifty Cents
One man was killed another mortally wounded and two seriously injured in a shooting at Caroline's saloon on Main Street after a quarrel over fifty cents with an Italian from Chicago named Joseph Moore. The saloon is described as notorious and has a history of previous murders.
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Buffalo
Caroline
Main Street
Josseph Moore
Chicago
Caroline’s Place
Very Low Rates from Norfolk & Western Railway
The Norfolk and Western Railway offers extremely low ticket rates to Montana Idaho Oregon Washington and coast points from all stations. Rates to the west may never be this cheap again with three route options. Contact a N and W agent or officials in Roanoke Virginia for rates and schedules.
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Norfolk & Western Railway
Montana
Idaho
Oregon
Washington
Coast
West
W. B. Bevill
M. F. Braga
Trav. Pass Agt
Roanoke
Help Yourself to a J M Cigar Ad Offer
An old promotional line advertises a J M cigar price at a nickel. The copy invites readers to try the cigar for “the height of cigar enjoyment” and assures you to get the J M brand.
The New Life Pills Reveal Remarkable Health Benefits
Dr King promises a grand remedy daily emerging for liver and bowel troubles. Thousands bless them for curing constipation sick headache biliousness jaundice and indigestion. Try them 25c at all drug stores.
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Dr King
Blue Front hosts Gold Medal Ma and Try Dattan tasting duo
At the Blue Front, Gold Medal Ma and Try Dattan showcase a tasting lineup led by Dottie, promising a delicious experience. Local readers are invited to sample the featured treats and enjoy a refined dining moment.
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Dottie
Call for West Virginia Bock, Take No Other
A bold claim proclaims West Virginia Bock as the best beer on the market with a confident call to choose it over all rivals. No other brands are mentioned or detailed.
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West Virginia
Near perfect work at a low price five cents
An advertisement touts a product as near perfection due to careful stock and expert workmen, while stating it is sold for five cents.
West Virginia Bock Beer Promoted as Real Article
A promotional note touts West Virginia Bock as the best beer with no extra cost. It markets the drink as the real and sole genuine Bock option.
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West Virginia
Bock
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted as Piles Cure
An advertisement claims surgery is unnecessary for piles and that DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cures such cases instantly. It also touts effectiveness for scalds cuts burns wounds bruises sores and skin diseases and warns against counterfeit products. John L. Crocsett.
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DeWitt
John L. Crocsett
Criminal Court Hits Mixed Docket From Yesterday
In a criminal court session Frank Medley was found guilty of stealing a sack of chop and a lock from P. J. Hain's stable. Early Stewart faced trial for the January killing of Uriah Hill in Simmons with self defense claimed. The W. D. Haynes shooting case was continued to next term and motions in Dr. Dickie’s verdict were postponed while the prosecutor is away.
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Frank Medley
P. J. Hain
Early Stewart
Uriah Hill
Simmons
J. P. D. Gardner
John H. Lewis
W. D. Haynes
Dickie
J. M. Anderson
Bluefield
Virginia Company Plans Expansion of Bluefield Inn
The Virginia Company announces a new addition to its Bluefield Inn. A thirty room wing will extend from the east end, modify the first floor, and refresh the grounds and interior. Construction starts in a few days.
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Virginia Company
Bluefield Tun
Confectionary and restaurant for sale and assorted ads
An old classified page advertises a confectionary and restaurant for sale at 827 1 Offer My restaurant and confectionery business for sale by Bs. E. Pearson, 729 Princeton Avenue. Also promotes Easter flower orders at J L Crockett's drug store. References West Virginia Bock beer and cigars, a first class piano for sale, and Bluefield saloons selling West Virginia Beer. An ornamental item and a Manhattan bottle priced $1.50 are noted.
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Bs. E. Pearson
Princeton
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Instant Lung Relief
Coughs and throat troubles are said to be cured quickly by One Minute Cough Cure. The remedy is described as more than an expectorant, softening mucus, reducing inflammation, and addressing the disease cause. Testimonies from J Hood and John L Crockett claim it eased breathing and benefited their families.
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Justice of the Peace
Hood
Crosby
Mss
John L. Crockett
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets for a Cold
Cure claims target a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The ad notes all druggists refund money if it fails and includes E. W. Grove’s signature on each box. Price listed as 25e.
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E. W. Grove
Nerve and Bone Oil Offered at White's Pharmacy
An advertisement promotes Nerve and Bone Oil claimed to cure rheumatism cuts sores burns and bruises. A large bottle is priced at 25 cents and sold by White's Pharmacy.
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White’s Pharmacy
Strike Bluff Ends Miner Walkout Threat at Huntington
A Huntington conference led to a decision that the United Mine Workers will not strike. Organizers admit the field is weaker than claimed and plan a bluff at the opera house while efforts to strengthen the union continue.
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United Mine Workers
Huntington
Mire Workers
Feld
Good Government League invites cross party talks for city offices
The Good Government League of Bluefield West Virginia urges cooperation between Republican and Democratic city committees to elect capable nonpartisan mayors and council members. They propose conference to select best candidates and support best municipal interests without party antagonism. March 25, 1902.
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THE
Good Government League
Bluefield
W. V
Contempt Sentences for Wise County Labor Arrests
Federal judges McDowell and Simonton in Lynchburg sentenced Webber Haddow and others to six months each for contempt of court for violating a restraining injunction after their Wise County arrest and transfer for trial.
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Webber
Haddow
McDowell
Simonton
Lynchburg
Wise County
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