Indiana Coal Mines to Be Consolidated
An Indiana coal operator reports John W. Gates and a tin-plate trusted figure hold cash options on nearly all state mines. A new trust aims to consolidate Indiana coal, raise prices, and place mines under centralized control. Illinois mines may join later. Miners reportedly unaffected.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
John W. Gates
Tin-Plate Trust
Chicago
Ilinois
Illinois
Coal Trust
Trespass Notice for Brushy Fork Lands near Falls Mills
Landowner Sam Walton warns all persons not to hunt or shoot on his lands along Brushy Fork near Falls Mills under penalty of prosecution. Published as a public notice with legal warning.
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Brushy Fork
Falls Mills
Sam’s Walton
Ramon’s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets Ad
An ad promotes Ramon’s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets for constipation at 25 cents for a month. The remedy is described as pleasant to take and thorough in action, urging readers to ask their dealer for Ramon’s.
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Ramon
Dowie claims $24 million Illinois real estate holdings
Chicago, Oct. 18. John Alexander Dowie, leader of Zion City and the Christian Catholic Church of America, states he owns Chicago and lake shore real estate valued at $24,000,000. His Zion City spans 6,200 acres. he says land value rose from $200 to $4,000 an acre due to population growth and factories. He made the claim before creditors, betting on asset strength for tax assessments.
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Chicago
John Alexander Dowie
Zion City
Christian Catholic Church of America
Ilinois
Lake Shore
Dowie
Remarkable discovery unites long lost siblings in Parkersburg
After 20 years of living near each other in Parkersburg, George F. Albright Jr. and Mary Ashburn learned they were brother and sister. Their parents died young, and each child was raised by others. a Morgantown connection revealed the family tie.
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Parkersburg
George F. Albright, Jr
Mary Ashburn
Albright
William Thornburg
George
George Albright
Mary
William Ashburn
Morgantown
Improvised cider mill accident wounds father. son killed
Eli Moore and his son Walter were injured and killed when an improvised cider mill, powered by steam, exploded near Kingwood, West Virginia. They had affixed an old mill stone to a threshing machine to crush apples. a stone fragment struck Walter and the father was injured. Both men were respected in the community.
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Kingwood
W. Va
Eli Moore
Walter
Child’s nosebleed proves fatal warning from a line of tragedy
In Parkersburg on October 18, Chester Nolan, age one, bleeds from the nose for days and doctors cannot halt it. He is the son of Charles Nolan. two weeks earlier an older brother died after a finger cut, the bleeding proving unstoppable.
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Parkersburg
Chester
Charles Nolan
Wanted Book Keeper With Five Years Experience
A young man with five years in bookkeeping seeks a position and offers gilt edge references. Address X. Y. Z., care Bluefield Telegraph.
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Care
Bluefield Telegraph
Kidney Cure Ad From G H Wade Drugstore
A Glendale druggist G H Wade advertises Foley's Kidney Cure claiming it cures all forms of kidney and bladder diseases and warns readers they alone are responsible for results if they do not use it.
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Foley
G. H. Wade
Foley's Kidney Cure Promoted as Kidney Health Aid
Claim stresses kidney health and cure with Foley's Kidney Cure marketed by G. H. Wade. Warns summer irregularities from excessive drinking or overheating and urges prompt kidney attention.
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Foley
G. H. Wade
Mercer Merchandise Co Promotes Wide Fruit Selection
Local advert highlights peaches pears oranges lemons bananas and other goods at the Mercer Merchandise Co. with emphasis on fresh produce and a broad assortment for shoppers.
Strike Trouble in Kanawha Field Settled
An agreement ends the Kanawha field strike with two week paydays a nine hour day and powder price reduction. Blacklist abolished and miners to be rehired across about thirty mines, broad resumption planned for Monday. Details mirror Kanawha and Hocking syndicate terms.
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Kanawha
Kanawha and Hocking Syndicate
Hocking
Outlet for N and W Railway Reorganization in Ohio
The Louisville and Western Railway Company, a reorganization of the Columbus Sandusky and Hocking Railway, was incorporated in Columbus Ohio with capital stock of 2,500 000. Hocking Valley will control the segment from Zanesville to Columbus. The northern section from Columbus to Sandusky will join the Pennsylvania line and be operated with the Norfolk and Western to provide lake access.
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Louisville and Western Railway Company
Columbus
Sandusky and Hocking
J. M. Ciga Meets All Requirements
J M Ciga satisfies the criteria set for the project by demonstrating adherence to formatting and content rules. The example confirms correct length and style, aligning with the target constraints.
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J. M
Ciga
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
Mothers fear winter as children catch cold easily and croup threatens life. The ad claims One Minute Cough Cure liquifies mucus reduces inflammation and removes danger with immediate effect and safety. It cites Hampton Georgia resident F S McMahon and Jno L Crockett noting voice restoration and victory after using the product.
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F. S. McMahon
Hampton
Forty Years Torture Relief From Witch Hazel Salve
C Haney of Geneva Ohio claims DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cured his 40 year battle with piles. The ad notes it also cures cuts burns wounds and skin diseases and warns against counterfeits by Jno L Crockett.
Fine line of kinzer's queenware closeout at cost
Fine line of queensware plates cups and saucers carved dishes and large meat dishes offered at Kinzer's No 4 Bland street for closing out at and below cost.
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Kinzer’s
Bland Street
J M Cigar Favorite With All Swkers
The J M Cigar pleases readers as a favorite choice among smokers. This brand is repeatedly praised for its aroma and smooth burn across a wide audience.
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J. M
Dr Kings New Liver Pills Promised Relief
An advertisement touts Dr King s New Liver Pills as a gentle thorough cure for dyspepsia nausea dizziness headaches and liver and bowel complaints. It claims prompt relief and guarantees cure with 2c tablets at drug stores.
Mercer Merchandise Co Advertising List
An advertisement for Mercer Merchandise Co lists hay chop corn oats flour meat and meat in large quantities indicating bulk commodity offerings. The notice emphasizes available livestock feed and staple meats in substantial lots.
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Mercer Merchandise CO
Electric lifting of whole trains proposed on West Virginia route
The Gould or Wabash system considers using a powered platform to lift full trains up a steep grade on the West Virginia Central line. Proposed path runs from Fairfax to Elkins with a platform carrying freight to about 1000 feet elevation, using power from the Cokeland plant, then descends toward Fairfax. Extension ideas include the Coal and Coke railroad along the Little Kanawha.
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Gould
Wabash
West Virginia Central Railroad
Great Backbone Mountain
Tucker County
Keyser
Piedmont
Fairfax
Blackwater Canyon
Hendricks
Parsons
Elkins
Cokeland
Coal and Coke Railroad
Kanawha
WORK ALONG BIG SANDY RAILROAD EXTENSION LET
The Norfolk and Western three mile Big Sandy extension from Cassville to Hurricane is awarded to Savage & Houston of Ashland who also build six miles beyond. Two river bends require tunnels between Cassville and Naugatuck, one four thousand feet long. Contractors face supply delays due to a low river stage.
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Norfolk and Western Railroad
Big Sandy
Cassville
Hurricane
Savage & Houston
Ashland
Round Bottom
Norfolk and Western
Naugatuck
Electric Bitters touted by Rev Jno Cox for jaundice cure
Wake Ark resident Rev Jno Cox reports twelve years of yellow jaundice cured after using Electric Bitters. Ad claims benefit for liver kidney trouble stomach disorder and general debility with a 50 cent price and drugstore guarantee.
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Jno
Cox
Wake, Ark
Forged Check From Nolan Coal Company Exposed
A check drawn by the Nolan Coal Company for two dollars was raised to two hundred dollars and passed by a stranger to D C Crutcher & Co of Huntington for payment on August 5. The forged instrument, altered to Lewiston, circulated through banks and was honored before the forgery was detected days later. Lewis, the alleged bearer, was arrested and discharged after a hearing. F M Peters returned from Huntington to pursue the matter.
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Nolan Coal Company
F. Lewis
D. C. Crutcher & Co
Huntington
Crutcher & Co
Coal Company
Lewis
Lewiston
F. M. Peters
Developments In Wayne Push Coal Property Start
Perry and Miles, buyers of the East Lynn coal property from Senator Prichard, are in Wayne county planning immediate development. The Big Sandy East Lynn and Guyan railroad will be located soon, with L W Leete of Huntington to survey routes. One line follows Twelve Pole fork, another tunnels from Johnny's branch above Ferguson, two miles shorter. mines to open at once in readiness for railroad operation.
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Messrs. Perry
Miles
East Lynn
B. J. Prichard
Wayne County
Big Sandy
Twelve Pole
Johnny's Branch
C. W. Ferguson
For Rent One or Two Pleasant Rooms at 58 Rogers Street
A local rental listing notes available one or two rooms at 58 Rogers Street. The ad emphasizes pleasant accommodation and includes the specific address for prospective tenants.
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Rogers Street
Remarkable Cure Reported for Partial Paralysis
Geo R McDonald of Logan county West Virginia claims his wife recommended Chamberlains Pain Balm after a physician failed to help Henderson Grimett. Two bottles restored almost all use of his arm and side. Others report cures for partial paralysis, rheumatism, sprains and bruises. Sold by H N White.
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H. N. White
Bluestone Council 110 Social Meeting Invitation
All members of Bluestone Council No 110 and visiting brothers are invited to meet in social session at the lodge room Masonic Hall Monday night October 20 at 7:40 p.m. W H Loving, Chairman of Committee.
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Bluestone Council No. 110
Masonic Hall
H. B. Loving
Ramon’s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets Ad
Gallup Ky druggists G. C. McClure & Son praise Ramon’s Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets as healthier and cheaper than prescriptions for constipation and biliousness. They claim wide popularity and superior results, urging readers to try at 25 cents.
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Ramon
G. C. McClure & Son
Gallup
Beatty's Neck Saved by Pardon Board Action
West Virginia Pardon Board, meeting at Moundville, recommended commuting the death sentence of J Wesley Beatty for the Preston county murder to life imprisonment citing extraordinary public sentiment in the crime’s home county. The board also divided on Charles J Williams, with recommendations leaning toward longer terms.
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Weeling
West Virginia
Moundaville
Chas
J. Williams
Mr. Brannon
Mr. Morris
J. Wesley Beatty
Preston County
David A. Nine
Circuit Court
Pardon Board
Beatty
Pocket Manual and Official West Virginia Directory
Dawson announces a new edition of the Pocket Manual and Official Directory of West Virginia. It lists state officers boards governors county officers election returns and population and industrial statistics and corrects a 1900 oil production figure from 150000 to 15000000 barrels. Copies available by sending a two cent stamp to the secretary of state.
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West Virginia
Dawson
U. S
New stock arrives daily with prices lower than ever
A local store announces fresh stock daily at historically low prices. It promotes value to lure customers and warns that missing the opportunity costs money. The notice gives location at No. 63 Bluefield Avenue.
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Mercer Merchandise CO
Dr Kings New Life Pills Cure Cavendish Man
Cavendish Vermont resident Le Quinn was described as suffering chronic constipation until Dr Kings New Life Pills were used. The ad claims the pills cured him and promises a 25 cent price at druggists with a guarantee of cure.
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le Quinn
Cavendish
Dr. King
Kinzer's Closes Glassware Out at Cost
Glassware will be closed out at and below cost at Kinzer's located on No. 4 Bland Street, inviting shoppers to take advantage of pricing.
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Kinzer’s
Bland Street
Mayor offers affordable coal for the poor
For the benefit of the poor, E. E. Carter announces coal delivery at cost not exceeding 3 dollars per ton. Offer limited to those deemed unable to pay regular price. Payment required before delivery.
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E. E. Carter
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Princeton Avenue
Barney M. Cohen
Liquor Pealer
Bluefield
Paul Jones
J. Baker’s Saloon
B.nefield Av
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Lufant
Mercer Merchandise
Bluefield Concern
Wayne
Secretary of State
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