27 Nov 1900
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1900
Page
1
Official canvassed returns from all fifty five counties show McKinley winning by 21 039 votes, with over 220 000 ballots cast. White trails McKinley as expected, Gaines posts the largest district margin, and Republicans carry eleven of thirteen senatorial districts.
In Mineral County a murder ends decades without one when Paulo Piccolomini a foreman at the Standard Limestone and Stone plant near Keiser is slain by several Italians Genare and Savanari Provenari and Frank Arlia allegedly quarrelled with him yesterday and were arrested in Cumberland Maryland to be flown to Keyser for charges The 35 year old left a wife in Italy and bullets holes and other wounds were found on his body this morning
The notice compiles several short lines including a sale of two draft horses weighing thirteen and fourteen hundred pounds, a job advertisement for a servant girl, a sale of a horse on easy terms, and a promotion for DeWitt's Little Early Risers laxative and One Minute Cough Cure claiming quick relief for coughs colds and throat and lung troubles from A N White.
This fragment advertises pully wheels of various dimensions and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to ease throat irritation and aid sleep. Sold by H. N. White in Bluefield W Va with a note to try it.
A Baltimore man demonstrates a cigar shaped train reaching seventy eight miles per hour and speculates on a cigarette shaped version that would move even faster. John Harper cigars are praised in the notice.
Washington reports that the battleship Kentucky will not threaten Turkey over a consul exequatur and that outstanding American indemnity claims will be settled when the Porte can couple the transaction. The Sultan aims to resolve U S claims and recall the minister but fears setting a European precedent for massacres in Armenia and Asia Minor.
Norfolk residents urge President McKinley to intervene on Florence Maybrick’s behalf as they press for her release from Woking prison England. Local supporters cite alleged arsenic use by her husband and seek reopening of the murder case through a memorial to the home secretary.
Tax payment reminder issued for residents to call and pay taxes this week at the Patton Mouse location to avoid extra costs.
The Tug River Coal and Coke Company plans to hire 50 to 100 coal miners and a few carpenters. Wages are good and winter work is guaranteed. New houses and low rent are offered. Apply at the works west of Davy, West Virginia, on the Norfolk and Western main line.
A West Virginian declared loyalty today with a curious quote about John Harper Cigars. The notice requests applicants for a servant girl position, directing to apply at this office or 301 Rogers street.
A New York Journal special from St. Petersburg reports the Czar is dying from brain fever caused by a wound and illness. Trepanning has been used and officials fear a fatal outcome that could threaten Europe’s peace.
News from St. Petersburg via Paris reports the Czarina's condition deteriorating with hysteric illness and a threatened nervous collapse. The Czar remains very ill and Dr Hirsch is aided by Professor Popoff in Livadia. Ministers stay near, while only closest kin may visit daily from 10 to 11 o'clock. Sleep has improved since November 20.
Moscow dispatch lists total Russian casualties up to October 1 with 22 officers and 220 soldiers killed and 60 officers and 1223 soldiers wounded. October adds 1 officer and 37 soldiers killed and 7 officers and 82 soldiers wounded. Overall forces deployed to the Far East total 39,000 officers and 178,000 soldiers.
Bangor Me November 26 Large gangs work in forests cutting evergreens for shipment to major cities as churches halls and homes prepare for Christmas. Demand rises, Bangor’s supply waits as other areas are served.
Ellen Dalley petitioned the governor for pardon after a May 15 1896 life sentence for murder at Thomaston. She is 53 and in feeble health, asking clemency based on health and age.
The article discusses whether West Virginia will gain a new congressional seat after the latest census. It notes Congress may delay action, Charleston may not reapportion this winter, and the state legislature has a duty to reapportion for state offices. If a new seat appears, a large ticket election is likely until any redistricting.
Washington reports suggest most or all U S troops in Cuba may be moved out by May 1 and reassigned to the United States or the Philippines. General Wood advised cutting forces, and War Department plans were discussed during the secretary’s Cuba visit.
An advertisement claims catarrh in the blood can be cured by Hood's Sarsaparilla. It promises to purify the blood, soothe inflamed surfaces, rebuild tissues, and expel taints, with Hood's Pills as part of the regimen.
A car load of heated bulk corn offered to buyers for hog feed at a great bargain. Shipper requests sale to best advantage. Interested parties should contact Frat Top Grocery Co in Bluefield Virginia for purchase details.
An old advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a solution for stomach troubles. The copy links digestion aid to appetite and vitality, urging readers to support campaigns with money and faith alongside the product endorsement by H N White.
An advertisement touts Laxative Biomo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold in one day with a no cure no pay offer. It promotes hot Tom and Jerry drinks at the Blue Front located at 4418 priced two for 25 cents.
Washington reports that plans of the French 75mm field gun were an open secret among European and American ordnance experts for years. The change in secrecy is tied to batteries bound for China and public demonstrations at maneuvers. Army officer Lewis heads Bethlehem’s new gun project, with an official test expected in about four months.
On or about the 2nd day of November 1900 a negotiable note dated October 14 1900 due ninety days after date payable at the First National Bank of Bluefield was executed by UO C Bailey and payable to W T Poole with endorsement by Poole for 910900. Parties are hereby notified not to purchase the same.
After meals you may relieve dullness and indigestion with Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Price 25 cents. Free sample at White's drug store.
A new remedy for biliousness by H. N. Whit’s drugstore is Chamberlain’s Stool and Liver Tablets. It provides quick relief and prevents attacks at first signs of illness. Price 25 cents per bottle with free sample copies available.
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