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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1908
Page
4
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The Daily Telegraph praised Judge David R. Johnstone for governor and the Leader echoed support though late. The item notes local pride in the judge, his perceived ability, and hints at political maneuvering and speculation on the nomination.
Hon. Isaac T. Mann of Bramwell says he is not a candidate for the U.S. Senate and has no pledges or deals with Cabell politicians. The Parkersburg News Dispatch article alleged a Huntington power play. local leaders including Paul Scott and Frank Free deny such schemes and affirm support for Nathan Bay Scott, with Mann seen as a possible future option.
Exorcists Cheojha denounce supposed witches, targeting elderly women. They claim powers to harm rivals, while high caste Rajputs and Kayasthas fear the spread of witchcraft. Accusations often precede murder, reflecting social burden and superstition in rural communities.
A parliamentary anecdote recalls a lawmaker confined in an asylum during a crucial division. To secure every vote the party whip guided his path by leading him with a stick of barley sugar in hand as he walked through the lobby.
Readers learn Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a universal cure for catarrh with a money back offer and testimonials. The remedy is advertised as constitutional and internal, plus Kodol digestive aid and visiting card services are promoted by the Daily Telegraph business office.
J B Jenkins announces candidacy for justice of the peace subject to Republican convention. William H Whitworth seeks Circuit Clerk of Mercer County, notes long railroad career and pledge to serve to best ability, subject to convention action.
A series of notices run for Beaver Pond district candidates including F C Haley for constable and J L Kersey for Justice of the Peace, all subject to Republican convention action on May 16 1908. Others seek offices such as constable and county surveyor with similar conditions and signatures from Mercer county voters.
A. M. Sutton is formally announced as a candidate for prosecuting attorney at the Republican county convention held on May 16, 1908. The action names Sutton as a leading contender for the office and outlines the party’s backing.
At the request of many voters I announce myself a candidate for re election for commissioner of the county court subject to the action of the Republican mass convention to be held in the city of Bluefield on May 16 1908 and respectfully ask the support of my friends and constituents.
A candidate declares for the office of Mercer County Assessor, seeking Republican party nomination in convention and pledging to manage the office to the best of ability if elected.
Adjacent blue grass pasture available near Tazewell Virginia for sixty mules or horses at two dollars fifty cents per month. Contact C R Harmon North Tazewell Virginia.
London Mail recalls the origin of Jack Ketch as Richard Jaquett, former Tyburn Manor owner. The Tyburn tree stood near Marble Arch where Bayswater and Edgware roads meet. Criminals were delivered to Jaquett’s mercy in a tumbrel from Newgate.
A story reports a greyhound owned by a couple causing its own death. The dog reportedly attempted to catch a flea on its back and, miscalculating, bit itself in two, prompting discussion of the animal’s fate.
Cincinnati Tailoring Co offers suits to order starting at 15 dollars. Customers may specify fabric and fit for custom tailoring services.
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