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Newspaper

Bluefield Evening Leader

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1909

Page

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Battlehips assembling off Nicaragua amid political turmoil

Reports from San Juan Del Sur and Tortuga describe a new revolution in Honduras with Zelaya allegedly ordering the shooting of Americans captured among revolutionists. Off Nicaragua, US forces prepare to seize all ports if needed while guarding citizens and property. Captain Bil O Connor recalls a 1787 winter tale and a remark about the Sunny South.

Penama Zelaya San Juan del Sur Nicaragua Honteras Bil O'Connor Virginia New York Tristan

Officer Shot And Killed In Court Document Service

Kansasity report states Sheriff Charl H Lukens was shot and killed today while attempting to serve divorce papers on Charles Galloway. A posse pursued Galloway. he fired through a door wounding Detective Harry Andere. Galloway was later wounded in the stomach.

Kansasity Deyuity Sherif Charl H. Lukens Charles Galloway Galloway Kimpelt Harry Andere Galloway

Black Hand Wrecks Factory in Niagara Scare

A damaged report details a Black Hand bombing at a Niagara factory, claiming extensive sabotage and a trial of suspects. Frederick Cook of New York is named in authorities’ pursuit as connections to the plot emerge amid confusion over the attackers.

Frederick Cook New York

Prominent County Road Extension Delayed and Debated

A county committee reports delay in extending Princeton Avenue and discusses funding, rights of way, and impact on property owners. Officials mention anticipated costs, engineering plans, and potential state or federal assistance while residents seek timely completion. The debate centers on project scope, eminent domain considerations, and alignment with regional transportation improvements.

Isiueeld Merner County Wiedeld Norfolk Neligay CMC Eheber Comitieren Minette Walter Caromfod Abitilad Nerty

Murder of Mosby prompts jail lodging for Frank Welsh

Court reports say Frank Welsh, accused of murdering Mosby at Taeger yesterday afternoon, is jailed in Welch Jail. Details describe Welsh as cowardly and prone to ambushes. Mosby’s kin accompanied the body to Chipepper for the funeral with Monby and CB.

Henry Mossy Frank Wel Taeger Welsh Titner Vlaeger Mocha Mosby Buk Mosby Morhy

Midge Ritz Wins His Case In Circuit Court

In Princeton, Midge Ritz prevailed in a circuit court case where American Naylont Bank sued as holder of a $2000 note by Ore Bonthern Wet Virginia Buel Company, now defunct. Endorsor Wit. BE. Fowler Mo, Shandy and dude Riv faced a memoranda requiring endorsers to meet obligations if the note defaulted. Judge Ritz dismissed the risk to Ritz and directed Powell to handle the wage note.

Agolnet Idee J. A. Wile Tuyor Lodge Riz Princeton Ore Bonthern Virginia Buel Company Ty Wit Tito Wawlepe AL Sandie & Chords

HAO Fire at Ruston La Shuts Common Areas

A garbled report from Ruston Louisiana describes a fire incident affecting a venue and causing property disruption. The fragmented text mentions individuals and groups linked to the scene and hints at emergency response actions and potential damages.

Ruston, la

Man Kills Wife Then Self in West Virginia Murder

In Martintown, West Virginia, 20 year old Cromwell Cromwell shot and killed his young wife Meg Cromwell after months of dispute. He then shot himself, dying minutes later. Neighbors say the couple, married three months, had earlier faced accusations of spousal abuse, and Cromwell enticed others to witness the tragedy as he hid the shotgun near their home.

Martineburg W. Va Dee Charles Cromwell Yeane Meg Cromwell Eine Elter Pakyy Ila Willis Tor Kimmet Neigahors

Insane man kills deputy in failed arrest attempt

A deranged man shot and killed a deputy named Hull during an attempted arrest in Shreve. Police say the suspect fired at officers and fled, with reports noting chaotic confusion and unclear motives while investigators pursue leads.

Shreve Olle Dee Sat Hull

Argentina Emerges as Leading World Exporter in 1900

The recall report shows Argentina as the largest export country for the year ended July 1900. It shipped 18,000,000 quarters of grain to the United States and 112,100,000 to Russia, with a total cash value of 1,700,000. The findings highlight rising Argentine influence in global trade and implications for American consumers.

Washington Der Argentina Ranastin United States Tuasali

Unclear OCR snippet on climate, GM, and Barger note

Fragmentary text mentions climate, GM, and a person named Barger with uncertain context. The readable bits reference DeLand and Morida, but the meaning and event are not clear from the damaged fragment.

Parger DeLand Barger Morida

Aviation Meet Planned Amid Turbulent Weather

A tentative aviation meet is discussed with plans in the works to stage events amid stormy conditions. Officials signal cautious scheduling as organizers weigh safety and venue readiness. Local authorities, clubs, and aviation enthusiasts show interest despite unclear dates.

Hotel Fire Tragedy Reported With Injuries in Yreka

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a hotel fire with multiple injuries in Yreka. Details on victims or exact sequences are unclear, but authorities investigated and movements at the scene were ongoing. Further readable facts are limited in the source.

Suffragette Sues Allegra Over Prison Food

A suffragette sues Allegra claiming coercive food deprivation while imprisoned. The case, centered in a regional court, alleges mistreatment and seeks redress for forced meals and related hardships.

Allegra Tani

Geman Budget Teel Pia Standouts In Local Race

A fragmented note mentions Teel Pia and Leroddotiatis with a two fur close contest and Nd references to Mya and noeabeee. The unreadable OCR leaves key details uncertain but implies a local budget or race context and involved names.

GEMAN Teel Pia Leroddotiatis

Norman Cox Held On Bond In May Court Action

Attachment served at city jail details Norman Cox facing claims over concealment and fraud. Bond set at $8000 with counter bond required. Rumors of administration moves on Likson estate and possible inquiry into others involved. Efforts underway to contact William Cox and secure his appearance. expected return from winding gate tomorrow afternoon.

Norman Jal Jeney Ud Cox Kome Puople New Mexico Pio Hedi Bliestone Cox Likson Wiitlim Cox Novia Cox

Two Dead After Explosion In Virginia Plant Incident

A blast at a New Onoton Virginia facility claimed two lives and injured others. Investigations indicate workers from Hie BOAT Mote Garatline etn om were present at the time. Local authorities and labor agencies launched an inquiry into safety compliance and the cause of the explosion.

Kary Dal Dem Apootal Robert Range New Onoton Rm Alert Gir Stytie Crone Garatline Etn Om

Captain And 12 Men Missing Amid Reported Incident

Fragmentary text notes a captain and twelve men missing with scattered names and unclear details. The reading includes partial place names and improvised words, suggesting a historical maritime or military disappearance. Further readable entities are scarce, with no clear dates or definitive locations.

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Republic Honduras Tured Shot Colon Nica’ Am Blaeticids Black Hand Wrecks Factory Niagara Putte Lady Shackleton Cecily Princeton Ave Board of Affairs Mark Ronmoetias Colman Ty Wooten Langermilenier Adare Welch Henry Wesby Midge Ritz Howton Herren Marie Newland Senate Ant Tenatitor S. M. Yretili Cetarng Talline Charlca W. Fowler Congress New Jersey Repuban Aldcichiam Cannoni Fader Mipcom Colbert Charles Marron Omer Tontiitton Senda Salento Norton Hinfaly Norman Cox Helm Tanvetend Carl Pater Wieeder Ieee Lee Howell
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