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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
6
Tur keys Knob area in Fayette county saw forest fires near the Turkey Knob Coal and Coke Company. Fire alarm at 7:06 p m prompted help but no danger to the works. Fire reached the fan house and drift mouth, mine fire controlled by noon. Two men Shaffer and Moten were overcome by smoke but workers escaped via four entries.
A historical notice discusses West Virginia election law on receiving bribes and voting corruption. It outlines penalties for voters who take money or favors to vote or refrain from voting, and for soliciting money from candidates before elections. An event at the Opera House tonight advertises Packard with promotion of straight ticket voting.
West Virginia Republicans predict a 20000 vote plurality for Glasscock in the governor race based on county reports. Chairman Samuel V. Matthews says Taft will gain a few thousand more votes and campaign efforts will continue to mobilize supporters until polls close.
The article describes a final push in the campaign with state meetings across counties and a speaking itinerary. It predicts a large Republican plurality and a sweeping victory for Taft and Sherman, Glasscock, and the state ticket, leading to an overwhelming legislative majority.
A mob of about thirty men, most masked, attacked the Roane county jail in Kingston Tennessee and killed George Cook who was held on murder charges. Cook fought back with a razor before being shot. the mob planned to hang him but no identities are known.
Newark report says the Democratic state committee forecast a 17 000 plurality for William Jennings Bryan and Kern in New Jersey, claiming strong support in the state. The statement appeared as projections ahead of the election returns.
James Kerr Democratic national committee man from Pennsylvania died at 12 30 this morning at his home in New Rochelle New York. He had represented Philadelphia in the party leadership and his passing is noted in the record of party officials.
New York October 30 Mrs William Astor leader of New York society died tonight after a prolonged heart ailment. The notice notes her prominence in the city’s smart set and marks the end of a social era. The accompanying London Scraps weighs in with a seasonal remark on dew and hoarfrost.
A scientist reports global ocean salinity tests yielding about 8 051 342 cubic geographical miles of common salt. This volume exceeds five times the mass of the Alps, highlighting the vast salt content across all seas.
A humorous line from Puck compares buckwheat cakes at a boarding house to a baseball game with a batter who sometimes misses. The quip reflects playful sports allusion in a witty exchange.
A brief line notes that even the noblest man faces ongoing internal conflict, attributed to Garfield. The remark frames virtue against struggle, reflecting moral tension tied to leadership ideals.
The label states Sauer’s flavoring extract is pure if it is Sauer’s and not terpenless. The ad urges consumption and promotes Clinchfield Domestic with ordering through a dealer or Clinchfield Coal Corporation in Roanoke Virginia.
Crockett's pharmacy receives fresh cut flowers on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday. DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve praised as best for piles and sold by all druggists. Kinzer, Your Jeweler, offers bracelets in many styles. Dr Bradshaw cares for children's teeth at 15 Princeton Avenue. Dr King’s New Life Pills touted for gentle cleansing by L A Bartlet of Guilford Maine. DeWitt's Little Marty Risers liver pills sold by all.
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