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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1925
Page
1
A reflection on droughts of responsibility and the neglect of self care among professionals and workers. The piece contrasts doctors overworking with workers who manage health better, notes the strain of modern auto fatalities, and sketches how springs and resilience mirror human effort. It ends with a prompt for stricter mental health and sanity examinations.
John D. Rockefeller writes a birthday verse praising his life of steady work and leisure. The six line poem reflects his belief in balancing labor and enjoyment and marks a tribute from his affiliated association.
An appeal urges Bluefield residents to attend a meeting in Asheville to influence the Appalachian Scenic Highway route. Local leaders promote a possible diversion through Abingdon and Tazewell, with nearby towns urged to show support today. Volunteers urged to call W C Warlick or Conrad Brevick to join the effort.
New York voters prepare for the Democratic mayoral primary as factions split between Mayor Hylan and Senator Walker. Republicans claim a 100000 plurality and anticipate Waterman winning the Republican nomination over Lyons and Bennett amid intense campaigning in Manhattan and across the five boroughs.
West Virginia realtors hold their annual state convention in Welch on September 16 17 inviting delegates from major cities to attend and with arrangements made to host about 500 visitors during the sessions.
Commander John Rodgers and his five man crew receive an official welcome in Honolulu after a nine day Pacific drift in a disabled airship. Thousands gather at Iolani Palace as Governor Farrington and Rear Admiral McDonald lead the ceremonies and honor the aviators.
Washington reports officials from Air Craft Development Corporation of Detroit held talks with army and navy leaders on building an all steel dirigible. The firm offered a 200000 cubic foot craft of duralumin with 2000 mile range at 70 mph, arguing government sponsorship should fund the project and that fabric ships are inferior.
Governor Pinchot met for three hours with W W Inglis president of Glen Alden Coal Scranton and chair of the operators scale negotiating committee in Hazleton Pa as a strike looms The note from Lehigh Valley Coal employees warned 1 200000 in wages lost daily and substitutes replacing coal production In New York a party of 125 miners and families sailed for abroad as Scranton strike continues.
Lieutenants Francois Coli and Ul Tarascon both maimed veterans intend a Paris to New York non stop flight early next week likely starting in the morning Their aim is to win the $26000 Orteig prize offered by Raymond Orteig of New York.
A man and woman previously divorced after 38 years were remarried in Lockport New York today. The couple gave no reasons for their reunion and were joined by Mrs L Chase, 64, of Miami.
Government agents and police arrested eight Delaware, Lackawanna and Western railroad employees in Buffalo for allegedly stealing merchandise worth over 2 million dollars from the mails over two years. Two more suspects sought. They allegedly opened sacks on loading platforms, hidden goods at home, and divided proceeds. Authorities say thefts have surged in recent years.
Colonel Thomas B Crago fifty nine United States attorney general aide and former congressman died at his home in Waynesburg Pa He served two terms in Congress first representing the twenty third district then as congressman at large He had fought in the Spanish American War as captain of company K Tenth Pennsylvania volunteers He was a Mason member of the state bar association veterans of foreign wars and the Navy Club in Washington D C He is survived by his widow and three children
President Coolidge announces a nine member board to investigate American aircraft power and national defense. The panel will meet Thursday morning to organize and report by late November. Members include Major General James G. Harbord and Rear Admiral Frank Fletcher, with prominent lawmakers and officials.
Nashville reports indications that unification of the Methodist Episcopal Churches will fail the constitutional major ity in the Southern church. A. F. Smith says West Virginia and Alabama conferences show votes leaning for unification while the South may not reach the required three fourths. Critics argue the plan lacks provisions on Negro questions and territorial competition between branches.
In Los Angeles a car swerved from heavy traffic and struck Vice President Dawes escort group. Mrs. Dawes aided a prostrate motorcycle officer, directing first aid as Gr Hesse suffered a broken ankle and possible internal injuries. Police identify the driver as Dr Edwin Hyde.
Washington reports consternation among lawyers who practice prohibition litigation as decentralization under Assistant Secretary Andrews reduces Washington’s influence. Treasury records show over 300 attorneys appearing before the internal revenue bureau and prohibition unit on Volehead act matters. With Andrews new machine in operation twenty four administrators hold final decision over permits withdrawal of liquor and other duties, prompting questions if lawyers will relocate to centers or shift to other enforcement work.
Detroit reporters describe national association of letter carriers delegates and wives traveling to Windsor Ontario for a barbecue near Walkerville. Police confiscated 200 kegs of nine percent beer just as it was about to be served, ending plans for a beer tasting.
At Ptampes France on September 12 Jules Lasnes broke two world speed records for 1500 and 2000 kilometers, achieving averages around 135.9 mph. The attempt to fly to Bagdad by Robert Thierry and Dieu donne Coste failed to take off, delaying the mission.
Chicago reports racing without oral betting at Hawthorne for eighteen days starting October 3. Officials cite an appellate ruling that a subscription to a horse race is not gambling, planning to operate within the statute amid ongoing discussions and past meetings at Hawthorne.
More than 300 delegates attended the sixth System Efficiency meeting in Bluefield. Reports from committees on Patrons Better Service Conservation Cooperation and Coordination were discussed and welcomed by officials from the Norfolk and Western line. The day concluded with a tour of the fairgrounds and the Bluefields Blue...
Aviation pilot Skiles N. Pope says the PN No 1 failed a non-stop San Francisco to Honolulu Seaplane flight due to a missing 100 gallons of fuel. The craft drifted nine days near Maua Island after the search, with Pope insisting there was no engine power from takeoff until the last drop ran out.
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Simmons of Halesville near Weston were fatally hurt when their car plunged into an embankment on the Grenville Weston highway near Lynn. A broken wiper rod was blamed. The wreck demolished the auto and caused head neck and back injuries. They were taken to the city hospital.
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