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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1908
Page
4
The notice lists publication details for the Daily Telegraph Printing Co at 66 Bland Street Bluefield West Virginia. It notes Morning Except Monday publication and Associated Press membership with advance prices of 1.00 and 2.00 and a 4.00 rate up to 10 cents.
The document names President Taft and Vice President Sherman with a list of state and local officials including Governor Glasscock, Secretary Reed, Auditor Durst, Treasurer Long, Attorney General Conley, State Superintendent Slinkey, Congress member Hughes, Court of Appeals judges Robinson Miller Williams, State Senate member Holmes, Sheriff Ellison, House of Delegates Hawley and Lilly, Prosecuting Attorney Sutton, and county offices such as Clerk Honaker Bowman, Commissioner Davis Thorn, Assessor Hylton, Surveyor Walker, Justices Godbey and Kersey, Education Board member Shirey, and Constables Pennington and Haley.
The piece notes Lloyds offering 38 to 1 against a European war and high odds against Bryan's election while Bryan argues with Governor Hughes who dismisses his ideas as vagrant theories. It cites agricultural value totals and the Democratic campaign's unexplained hesitations.
The passage condemns Samuel Gompers for attempting to force AFL members to vote for a specific presidential candidate. It argues labor's non partisan charter has been violated, warns of factional betrayal, and praises wage earners for resisting the move as a prudent career-wide check on leadership.
The passage comments on Taft and Sherman gaining labor support and straw polls signaling victory, Bryan’s cabinet picks, and Roosevelt’s influence. It notes Indiana supporters, Lincoln Douglas debates, Governor Hughes, and the Republican stance on labor prosperity while predicting Democratic evasiveness after election day.
The piece argues that organized labor will emerge vindicated as a force independent of party bosses. It asserts the American Federation of Labor has been used as a political asset by Samuel Gompers and warns this betrays the federation’s nonpartisan stance and dignity.
The advertisement proclaims William Tell flour from Ansted and Burk Co in Springfield Ohio as superior nutrition and purity. It emphasizes hermetically sealed wheat, six-cleaning steps, modern machinery, and machine sewn bags to ensure safe flour for bread and pastries.
The piece argues Bryan would be the most dangerous president for business, unable to be checked by Congress. It contrasts Taft as a steady, duty-driven leader, warning voters Bryan risks instability and harm to commerce, urging support for Taft. It cites opinions on Roosevelt and current markets as context.
Mr Bryan asks what democracy stands for and answers that it has stood for Populism and Bryanism, framing the debate in political terms of reform and leadership.
A Rural Route 1 Guilford Maine resident says the family has enjoyed good health since using Dr Kings New Life Pills for three years. The ad promises a gentle cleanse and tone with no opiates and notes Cascasweet for babies and children at 25 cents.
Norfolk and Western Railway announces Roanoke Virginia departures with Pullman Sleepers to New York Philadelphia Columbus Cincinnati and Norfolk plus parlor and cafe cars. Key westward routes include Shenandoah division and Clinch Valley connections with times 8:30 9:30 2:65 9:25 8:20 8:15 8:25 2:26 3:40 and 7:40 p.m. for Roanoke Lynchburg Richmond Norfolk Bluefield Welch Williamson and other intermediate stations. W B Bevill G P A Roanoke Virginia.
A buyer plans to acquire a principal parcel today described as the cornerstone for a future fortune. The sale signals a pivotal real estate move likely to attract attention from investors and local watchers.
Hot Springs Virginia buzzes over the coming election with heavy bookings by politicians from both parties who plan to rest up after November 3. Rumor says a Taft victory would make Hot Springs the summer capital, with Judge Taft and Mrs Taft plus Geo Sheldon and Miss Gertrude Sheldon among expected visitors. Republican National Chairman Frank H Hitchcock also slated to attend.
Doctors warn about dust as a disease on shelves and in stock. The piece uses medical language to urge newspaper advertising as a tonic to revive sluggish business and improve circulation of trade. It likens dust to microbes and promotes regular ad spending as a cure.
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