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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
3
The piece argues that love should guide marriage and resist wealth or status driven unions. It foresees moral shifts toward rejecting cousin or near relation marriages and favoring natural impulse over doctrinal authority, despite elder interference. It cites Grant Allen on instinct guiding happiness for race and individual.
A village cricket match near Nottingham interrupted by an argument among tradesmen. A tall bowler struck a fat, perspiring butcher on the head as the ball rose, the wicket keeper grocer appealed, the baker with one eye cried out, and the undertaker umpire declared the crowd in uproar.
A New York Tribune item recalls a sharp tale where two emaciated men solicit their bodies for dissection, comparing political tricksters to such figures. The dean of a medical college in New York weighs the odd proposal and notes precedent of a $40 price paid in Philadelphia.
George explains his pirate reference to a confidante as a playful plan about his father. The exchange reveals a mix of whimsy and flirtation as they discuss plans and jokes, with a dreamy tone and light mood throughout.
A natural rock carving known as the Southern Cross sits at the head of a rock ledge jutting into Fundy Bay on Grand Manan. The carving resembles an almost perfect cross and stands at the foot of a cliff on the southern end of the island.
The long haired amateur musician tells listeners he has no plan to become a professional and plays only for his own amusement. A listener replies with enigmatic acknowledgment, reflecting the casual exchange on stage.
Edith Jones confesses to her friend that a proposal moment went wrong. She intended to say a restrained reply but exclaimed excitedly that the proposal came at last, revealing her embarrassment and joy.
An exchange in a Chicago classroom notes that animals often grow attached to people while plants generally do not. A quick student quips about buts as a reply.
A fragment shows Miss Oldgirl asking if Mr Snif kins is sincere about love while Miss Peachblow doubts his bold words. The exchange hints at affection and suspicion in a domestic vignette.
The article warns of rising kidney trouble and links many ailments to weak kidneys. It suggests a home remedy using Compound Kergen, Dandelion extract, and Sarsaparilla syrup, plus a DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve for piles.
Governor Dawson proclaims two proposed amendments to WV constitution for the coming election. The first amendment, titled Qualification Amendment, would set age and residency criteria for state, county, and municipal offices. The second, County Court Amendment, rewrites section on county commissioners' terms, election by district, compensation, and annual president selection.
Weekly list of uncalled letters ending October 18 1908 includes many names across general and ladies lists. Post callers urged to bring a penny per letter and say advertised or risk overlook.
Mrs A G Tusor of Livermore California writes of a troubled five year old girl. She details loss of appetite nervousness and fatigue. A book described a method to extract medicinal elements from cod liver oil. Vinci helped the child gain strength and resist cold. Sold in Bluefield by Goodykoontz Drug Co.
A humorous courtroom exchange recalls a judge noting a man invited the grocer and the butcher to his party, prompting a quip about owing society versus owing those service providers. The banter highlights social expectations and practicalities in idle chatter.
A clipped, informal exchange mentions buying a five dollar money order at the post office for a few cents with extra coins exchanged for soap. The dialogue references Pat Mary Ann and a short farewell remark about leaving.
A fragmented diary style exchange recalls a wife praised as dainty then accused of turning out several cooks in months. The text also includes a plug for Casecasweet a baby remedy sold by druggists and a notice to vote with an X mark at a Grand Lodge meeting. Kinzer the jeweler promotes his stock and a logo circle under the Eagle appears.
Rev. Thomas Priddy marries J. W. Cash and Annie Peck at Grace Church parsonage. The ceremony happens quietly at two in the afternoon. The couple depart on train No. 2 for a eastern trip and will reside in Chattanooga where Priddy will pastor Trinity Church.
A man recounts a misread flirtation with a young woman as his wife eavesdrops from the parlor. He confesses the scene ended with his wife crying upstairs and plans possibly for flowers and a party dress. The tale ends with the line about fools husbands.
The article recalls Lawrence Sterne as a penniless writer who once sought £5 from Garrick and paused outside a party, contrasting his misery with others’ joy. It notes Sterne’s controversial manners toward his wife and a quip from Garrick about insurance after Sterne’s remark on domestic behavior.
A closing note from the Emporia Gazette mocks lingering political strife and urges quitting politics to pursue the higher life. It teases figures More Anon You Know Who Justitin Old Subscriber Vox Fopull and One Who Knows as voices fade from friend to foe.
The piece ranks historic conflicts by impact. It cites the Greek Persian war of 400 B C as halting eastern conquest, the Frankish Moorish wars ending at Tours, Napoleonic wars reshaping feudalism, and the American Civil War preserving the union, enabling the United States to pursue a global role.
A 1908 Holston Conference statement endorses scriptural Holiness as Wesleyan in origin and practice. It calls ministers to preach exemplify and urge Holiness among people, defining it as loving God and neighbor and as the baptism of the Holy Ghost shaping life and ministry.
Newspaper ad touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as relief for neuralgia caused by congestion or irritation. It quotes testimonials from Mrs Katherine Sarton of Carthage Missouri and Mrs Ferrier of Lincoln Nebraska and notes the druggist can refund the first package if it fails to help.
The Washington D C order dated 10 20 08 directs the William Howard Taft Special to run extra from Ohio to Washington and display signals New York to White House for Sherman. Taft will run ahead of W J Bryan from New York to White House, signed Sure Thng.
A brief promotional note urges readers to try Kodol during mild indigestion and to use it longer for severe attacks or nervous dyspepsia. It states the product is sold by all druggists.
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