Private donors listed for Tan Tan Fair gifts
A published roll details donations without solicitation to the Tan Tan Fair. Contributions include goods and cash from firms like Goodykoontz Drug Co, Brunswick-Balke Collender, Clemens-Oscamp Co, Belvedere Vineyard, Anchor Art Gloss Co, Matthews Decorative Co, and individuals in Cincinnati, Philadelphia, New York, and Nashville, with items ranging from household supplies to decorative wares and subscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Elks
Goodykoontz Drug Co
Troy Steam
Peoples Store Co
E. S. Pedigo
Brunswick-Balke Collender Co
Cincinnati
Ben Greenwall
The
Clemens-Oscamp Company
Guy Fox
A. M. Plant
Belvedere Vineyard
B. Rattemmen and Bro
Wm. Bodemean
Ferdnas Westheimer
Anchor Art Gloss Co
Vuat
Matthews Decorative Co
Reenhart & Newton Co
Letter From a Fortyniner Praises Hyomei Remedy
A 81 year old pioneer writes from Santa Rosa California praising Hyomei as the best catarrh medicine. He describes using the outfit for a month with relief and continued daily use to stay clear of catarrh. He notes his California journey in 1849 and provides address and purchase details. The ad lists Hyomei as effective for grip coughs colds bronchitis and croup with a complete outfit priced at one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Santa Rosa
Cal
Booth’s Hyomei Co
Buffalo
N. Y
4Th Street
W. Mack
Hyomei
Bigh-o-me
Methodist Minister Praises Chamberlain's Diarrhoea Remedy
Rev J P D Knapp of Miles Grove Pa endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the best cure for diarrhoea. He bought a bottle from druggist R R Brooks and urges others to try it. Sold by East End Drug Co West End Drug Co and Bluefield Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. R. Brooks
J. PD. Knapp
Miles Grove
East End Drug Co
West End Drug Co
Bluefield Pharmacy
Chamberlain
Andrew
See Kinzer Window Display of I O O F Novelties
Kinzer showcases a window display featuring I O O F novelties and holiday items. The display highlights fraternal lodge themed accessories and decorative pieces likely offered around the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinzer
Take Home an Odd Fellow Charm from Kinzer’s
An advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy with a San Antonio mother’s testimonial about saving a three year old with croup. It also promotes Chamberlain’s Salve for burns and scalds and notes Kinzer will sell an I C C F badge to wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinzer
Graham
Odd Fellows
Bluefeld
Graham Lodge
Bluefield
Distressing stomach disease urged cure with tablets
Advertisement states a stomach disorder can be cured by Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Promotes a free sample at West End Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
West End Drug Co
East End Drug Co
Blueant Pharmacy
Passing of W. W. Sadler Lingers in Falls Mills Community
W W Sadler longtime Falls Mills resident died Wednesday morning from a paralytic shock. He was active in the Methodist church and leaves a widow and eight children. Funeral services were held yesterday with burial in the family graveyard. Rev B L Addington led the last rites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Sadler
Falls Mills
Methodist Church
B. L. Addington
Welch Couple Are Married At Lynchburg
A wedding of interest to teachers in the coal field was held at the home of Judge and Mrs. J. Singleton Diggs in Lynchburg Virginia. Miss Althea Slaughter became the bride of James Marshall West of Welch with Rev. Dallag Tucker officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Thompson
J. M. Smith
Pucanontag
Ancil Davidson
Union
L. M. Hollaway
Richmond
Virginia General Baptist Association
J. Singleton Diggs
Lynchburg
Althea Slaughter
James Marshall West
Welch
Dallag Tucker
Bedford City
Katherine Diggs
Bolling Purcell
Chase M. Slaughter
Charles R. Slaughter
McKay
M. ‘West
Katherine
Irene Hatcher
Elmer Hatcher
Dallas Tucker
Sadie Tucker
W. A Dortch
Belford City
Mosher
William Mosher
Roanoke
Purcell
Weysthorn
Graham Sale
Althea Waite
Petersburg
Aubrey Spence
Stores Voice the Approaching Christmas Season
A brief tour of the city shopping district shows Christmas is coming with Santa on the way. Stores display a wide array of holiday goods from dolls to steam engines and trains, with books for children and a surge in high end mechanical toys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa
Santa Claus
Indian Summer Touches Bluefield Despite Early Chill
The Bluefield area enjoys an uncertainIndian summer with warm sun and mild air that lifts spirits and spurs poetry. An elderly man appeared bundled in winter gear with an overcoat and umbrella, showing lingering chilly wind despite the warmth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner
Bluefield
In Galvert's Valley by Margaret P Montague
A literary note introduces In Galvert's Valley by Margaret P Montague author of The Diva's Ruby and notes F Marion Crawford as author of Fair Margaret. The excerpt signals a cross reference to authors and titles in early 20th century publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruby
F. Marion Crawford
Fair Margaret
Envelopes and Linen Paper Offered by the Pound
An advertisement lists envelopes to match and linen paper by the pound with matching envelopes described for home or office use. The note emphasizes coordinated packaging and pricing details.
Be Prepared for Emergencies Carded Croup Cure
Advertisement for Gowan's Preparation a remedy for croup coughs colds and pneumonia. Promotes keeping a bottle at home and purchasing at druggists. Indicates price 2c and 1.00 for Ste. and all druggists. Urges readiness to meet emergencies by buying today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gowan
Ste
Electric Bitters touted for stomach and liver relief
Mrs. Mary Dowling of San Francisco testifies to a remarkable improvement in acute indigestion using Electric Bitters. She declares it the best remedy for stomach and liver troubles and notes the tonic’s blood purification and support for female weaknesses, priced 50 cents at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dowling
8Th Ave
San Francisco
Also Mentioned on This Page
Coffie
Anningowmait
W. H. Harry & Company
Princeton Avenue
W. VA
Kodol
Fort Gruggist
Ruggiste
D.C. DeWitt &Co
Chicago
Madame Gecile Chaminade
Overett Jilano
Everett
Carreno
Neitzel
Reisenauer
Gabrilowitsch
Nordica
Bispham
Campanari
Damrosch
Ford Music Company
Bland Street
S. M. Smith Insurance Agency
L. Q. Toney
Edward Cooper
H. C. Donaldson
Bec'y
M. Smith
Kelly & Moyer
Bluefield Water Works
Provement Company
Wm. McCarthy
England
Cashier
United States Coal & Coke CO
Gary, McDowell County
WE & EL
Shufflebarger
R. C. Walker
Geo. P. Bailey
East End
Croup
Telegraph
Graham College
Grett
Red Sox
Tower Lot
Galvert
Margaret P. Montague
West Virginia
Mr. Grewe
Winston Churchill
Gilbert Neal
Will N. Harben
Abner Daniel
Guest of
Queenay
Booth Tarkington
Gentleman From
Indiana
Virginia
George Cary Eggleston
Dorothy South
Dina Mallory
Humphrey Ward
Lady Rose
Lewis Rand
Mary Johnson
Audrey
Gar and
Lady
Grace Sartwell Mason
Clara Louise Burnham
Stieff Pianos
Steinway
Dinterroth & Co
Frederick Doll
Windsor
Chas. M. Stieff
Main Street
Lynchburg, VA
W. Whitmore
Straus Guastala
Flat Top Book & Stationery Company
Elks Building
Mercer County
Bluefield Enterprise
Bluefield Brewing Company
Pocahontas
Wefield Brewing Company
Altamont
Saree
B. M. Cohen
Oppeale
Booker & Crenshaw
Reemi
Intermont Electric Company General Contractors and Supplies
W.va
D. B. Baldwin
Pioneer
National Bank
Ome
Votary Pirlio
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