30 Nov 1900
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1900
Page
1
Eye witness account of the U S auxiliary Yosemite sinking off Guam during a fierce storm. The vessel struck coral, bows crushed, stern and rudder damaged, crew swamped attempts to abandon ship, lifeline efforts, and eventual rescue by the Justin with survivors brought to Guam.
In Bellefonte Pennsylvania on November 29 a nail works plant built in 1878 for 185000 was sold at assignee sale to a Philadelphia firm of junk dealers for 6375 dollars including buildings and equipment, after three years of heavy involvement and shutdown.
Philadelphia reports a beach show opened yesterday and active today. The lineup includes notable animals from across the country. The exhibit runs through December 1.
The advertisement claims catarrh is caused by blood contamination and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla to purify the blood. It asserts the medicine soothes inflamed surfaces and rebuilds tissues to permanently cure catarrh by removing taints, and recommends Hood's Pills as non-irritating laxatives.
Advertising copy urges readers to avoid drinking but if they must, choose top whiskey from Wm Linkenhoker, agent for A Gugenheimer Distilling Co. It guarantees direct-from-distillery goods at wholesale prices.
Washington reports the Post Office Department prefers few changes in fourth class postmasters over the next four years with no fixed policy for presidential posts. In West Virginia there are 39 presidential and 1917 fourth class postmasters, averaging 121.59 dollars annually, amid more than 300 changes last year due to deaths resignations and removals. Also Chicago offers its drainage canal to the U.S. government detailing costs and construction work to connect with the Des Plaines Illinois channel for navigation.
Pittsboro Pennsylvania November 29 The American Bridge Company plans a vast new bridge building and structural plant the largest in the world at a cost of 1 000 000 and employing 2 000 workers on a forty acre site with half a mile of river frontage.
Citizens of Washington start a drive to erect a dedicated hall for the second McKinley inauguration ball. The pension office is deemed insufficient as crowds are expected to surpass the building corridor’s capacity.
A large charity fair is in progress at the Brooklyn school of Biblical instruction. Donations and merchandise collected so far reach tens of thousands of dollars and the event is expected to draw more than one hundred thousand visitors.
The annual Thanksgiving dinner for the poor drew thousands to Chicago on November 29. A thorough search reached needy families and all were generously fed, ensuring many enjoyed a proper holiday meal.
An archaic health advertisement warns against dangerous combinations and promotes Dr. Kine's New Life Pills as a gentle remedy for headaches and constipation. It touts universal availability from drug stores and claims John Hoerper cigars reign supreme in all corners of the earth.
Washington reports ongoing speculation about cabinet reshuffles after Attorney General Griggs retires. Gov. Merriam of the census service is considered a likely candidate, with a Senate path possible. Nebraska names Mercer Rosewater and Meiklejohn as leading contenders from the north side of the Platte. Opportunities and clashes loom as nominees from the south vie for influence.
Morgantown West Virginia October 20 Chief Mine Inspector J W Paul reveals a startling claim about the Betryburg disaster saying miners deliberately fired the mine with explosives. The man who started the blast was torn to pieces at the mine entrance.
Washington November 29 The president observed Thanksgiving quietly with Mrs McKinley at the White House. Clerks in large numbers kept the executive mansion busy as the president made use of limited time before Congress to advance his annual message. Cabinet officials followed a rule for a busy Washington day with visitors and routine matters. Bristol November 24 General James A Walker is said to be a candidate for United States attorney for the Western District of Virginia to succeed Judge T M Anderson. David F Bailey Republican elector from this district is also a candidate for the same office.
An old advertisement claims Laxative Bromo Quinice Tablets stop coughs and cure colds in one day with a no cure no pay offer priced at 25 cents, touting a quack medicine hook.
The trial of George A. Politz, a Greek immigrant, ended with a verdict of murder in the second degree for killing his business partner Saintos in Huntington last May. Politz admitted killing Saintos but claimed self defense, after the two men moved from Cincinnati to open a candy factory. Saintos’ body was found buried under the house they shared.
The Tug River Coal and Coke Company plans to employ 50 to 100 coal miners of both races, with good wages and winter work guaranteed, and also seeks a few carpenters. Housing is provided with low rent near Dry, West Virginia on the Norfolk and Western main line.
The president's message outlines steps for Philippine self-government, renewed opposition to territorial expansion in China, support for the Isthmian Canal with repeal of the Clayton-Bulwer treaty, and a stronger army. It also calls for Treasury action to cut war taxes and differentiate useful from injurious trusts.
A large Catholic gathering on November 20 at Wirth Avenue responded to Bishop McFaul of Trenton urging a mass meeting in support of forming a Catholic Federation. Delegates from almost every major Catholic club and society in the country attended.
Wheeling Nov 29 State Senator Alex R Campbell of this city left for Washington to press his claim to the collector of internal revenue job following the retirement of Gov elect A B White on March 8 next.
Montpelier Vermont November 29 The Vermont Legislature adjourned and passed a measure prohibiting the sale of cigarettes in the state.
The French Assembly unanimously adopts a resolution expressing sympathy for President Keuger and the Boers amid ongoing diplomatic tensions in Europe and Africa, signaling national stance and morale impact.
An assortment of patent medicines and tonics for sale by N White and others. The ad promotes Luxative Bromo Quinine for colds, stomach pills, and nerve tonics, a stomach and liver medicine, and a humane note on appetite. Also mentions a wagon for sale and tavern fare at Blue Front. Multiple vendors and remedies reflect a broad-era classifieds tone.
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