Albert II Crowned King of the Belgians
Brussels marks Albert II as the new king with ceremonies and royal displays. Curtains come down as the city flaunts decorations in celebration of the coronation.
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Bluefield Evening Leader in Bluefield, West Virginia
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Newspaper
Bluefield Evening Leader
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1909
Page
1
New King Albert Opens Reign Amid City Joy
Timussels reports 100,080 visitors as Brussels begins mourning trappings removal and colors of celebration. A royal investiture in the senate room gathers 300,000 townsfolk while Albert Albert receives cheers, delivers simple ceremony, and begins his reign with calm dignity.
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Timussels
Brussels
Albert Alber
Peapin
Himilpious
Big Christmas Tree At Dante Involves Town Children
James T. Roan, superintendent of Clinehield Coal at Dante Virginia, organized a large Christmas Eve event for Dante children. He sent three clerks on a census to invite every child, and a 20 foot high 44 foot circumference tree was prepared with $200 spend on decorations and candles. Four men work on dressing it as Roan plans to give each child a present and aid needy families. Also noted are mentions of William Maynard and Lee Pondexter visiting nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James T. Roan
Clinehield Coal Corporation
Dante
Cincinnati
Roan
Mexico backs Dr Jose Madriz as Nicaragua’s president
Mexico City reports Mexican officials favor the election of Dr Jose Madriz as Nicaragua’s president. Foreign Minister Ignacio Mariscal says Mexico had no candidate, praises Madriz for prudence and honesty, and notes his education and trusted standing among those who know him. He discusses possible Central American confederation, and mentions the Veracruz voyage to offer Zelaya refuge would pose a problem if it occurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Jose Madriz
Nicaragua
Ignacio Mariscal
Mexico
Madriz
Oan Court of Justice
Central American
Repubow
Mariscal
America
Zohaya
Guerrero
Corinto
Fete
Nicaraguan
Zelaya
Why She Gets Annual Pass
A Norfolk and Western annual pass goes to Mrs. Nunn of South Bluefield. At eighteen she flagged a speeding train with 100 plus passengers to avert a crash during a train wreck risk after heavy rain, saving lives. Passengers raised funds and a nurse’s gift funded, with a gold watch later awarded by the railroad in gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pocahontas
Norfolk and Western
Nunn
Bert Nunn
South Bluefield
Norton
Guilty Of Lifting Christmas Presents In Bluefield
A shoplifting case notes 11, G. Ryan of Batley arrested after allegedly stealing a panier weight and other items from the 6 and 10 cent Slote on Princeton avenue. Police followed leads to a depot where Ryan was corched by an officer and the spoilE found. The incident is tied to a fire appearance in Bluefield and the gentry known for light fingered acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Ryan
Batley
Princeton Avenue
Ryan
Seth Cawetty
Card of Thanks From a Local Conservation Society
A note of appreciation expresses heartfelt gratitude to contributors and friends. The sender from New York signs as Mr and Mrs Boeter, thanking supporters for their kindness and wishing blessings upon givers.
Mixing It Liv Ramen Off No 16 Ae Wotet Leet
Fragmentary lines describe lively activity involving The Cominetor and eakentin aeperat, with references to Meheiree Thyind trove and lively effects as observers note the scene. Names and details are partial and unclear but the mood is brisk and bustling.
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Tolelig
Cominetor
Eakentin
Escape from Honaker plant fire spares four miners
Four miners trapped in a blazing Capoure mine near Honaker Virginia were rescued after a dramatic effort. Despite smoke and heat, they crawled through a framework and escaped to safety as rescuers directed them to a safe corner, ending a tense hours long ordeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avikesbarre
Penn
Herving Capoure
Irish Leader Raises 40000 at New York Event
An Irish leader collected forty thousand dollars in New York in a fundraising effort linked to a community group. The event drew attention to ongoing support for a local cause and featured attendees from several civic circles.
Train Derailment Sparks Panic at Freight Depot
Four day coaches two Pullmans and a diner on No. 4 derailed in front of the freight depot after a broken rail. Passengers panicked while some were injured or cut off by the wreckage as the train slid through. The wreck halted service for hours and another car was wrecked at the same site earlier the same day.
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Kenta
Tasha
AMA Goh
Gt Jornal
Reineoletie
Tae Leam
Strength Shown in Industrials on Tuesday Trading
Strength in industrials led New York stock activity with notable gains in Pennsylvania and several industrial names. Investors showed persistent buying as preferred stock Wilkostows rose, while overall market faced heaviness in nonindustrial issues and mixed commodity signals for grains and pork futures.
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New York
N.Y. Doe
Wolvaneie
Wilkostows
Standibig
Pennsylvania
Lawsuit Seeks Fee Return From Law Firm
A plaintiff sues a law firm and a lawyer to recover fees alleging unreimbursed costs and misappropriation of funds. The complaint claims $18,000 in damages and names the firm Finney and Witcon, with details about the case and involved individuals including a partner named Greever. The action seeks restitution and monetary relief from the defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finney and Witcon
Rome
Vardaman Declares Candidacy for U S Senate
Jamen K. Vardaman announced to supporters in Brandon that he seeks to succeed the late A J McLachin as United States Senator. The candidate, who previously ran against John Sharp Willats, claims a strong margin bid despite a bitter campaign.
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Wheirson
Mies
Jamen K. Vardaman
Snolee
Noel
United States
A. J MecLachin
Brandon
Vardamean
Syamat John Sharp Willaths
Arrow
Fatal shooting over presents in Clarksdale
A Christmas night tragedy in Clarksdale Mississippi left ten year old Dee Sibley dead and eight year old Chirenes Sibley wounded after an apparent accidental pistol discharge. Authorities reported the boys were involved in a dispute over presents when a pistol was triggered.
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Clarksdale
Dee
Dortohye
Sibley
Chirenes
Hee Broun
Mark Twain Returns From Bermuda In Fragile Health
New York December 2 Mark Twain recently spent a month in Bermuda returning aboard the Quebec Line steamer Bermudian noticeably weak and troubled by indigestion He and Albert Higelow Paine accompanied by autos rode to New York where Twain spoke of aging golf and tennis and plans to finish unfinished tasks including his autobiography He claimed to have publicized 100000 words and expects publishing 100000 more after his death He mentioned a challenge with Major Charles Gonter of St Louis over a tire game with Matin Dougherty and noted he would not continue the bluff.
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New York
Mark ‘Twain
Bermuda
Quebec
Gorte
Hermuda
Albert Higelow Paine
Mr. Clemens
Charles Gonter
St Louis
Matalin Dougherty
Louk Kuehes
Landa
Santa Claus at Cherry Town Event Listed
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Santa Claus at a local Cherry event with names like Watkins and Henry. Readable bits reference a gathering in town and a meeting or appearance, but details and dates are unclear due to damage.
Horton Chief of Palin Init af Noman ar
Fragmentary text references Horton and Palin Init with unclear context and names. The readable segments mention named entities and possible events but lack coherent actions or dates to anchor a concise summary.
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Emir Bente
Pad wAlingmt
Fragmented OCR sports note from The Rail evening edition
An unclear OCR snippet mentions power, Kenlwalat, Beamon, and the throne. It hints at a game or event with authorship by OGRE and FRY Oper jouer, but specifics are unreadable. The piece appears to be a torn sports brief with multiple garbled names and terms.
Peary Silent On Copenhagen Proof Submission
In response to a question about submitting proofs to Copenhagen Peary offered no comment. The silence follows ongoing discussions over verification of his Arctic expedition claims and related scholarly scrutiny.
Arctic Explorer Adopts Calm Public Stance
A fragmented report notes the Arctic explorer showing unusual restraint in remarks at a New York morning gathering. The scene featured a banquet and remarks by several attendees, with a general sense of diplomacy overriding typical blunt commentary.
Federal Court Jurisdiction at Hearings on Fair Cases
In Norfolk Judge Edmuind Waddill presided over Hearley arguments in the Jamesacer Exposition dispute. Stockholders contest Federal jurisdiction to decide actions by receivers and the corporation facing asset realization, including spouses. The matter centers on whether action against the corporation may proceed without affecting stockholders and receivership proceeds.
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Norfolk
Dec
Uniteed States Court
Edmuind Waddill
Waten Deven
Federal Gourt
Stoetholders
Federal Court
Necesary
Colt
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AG Dost Manu Fioderitic
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Lowe Mole Lander Company
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Watton Gid Company
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Ned
East Hound
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Maron
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Wark Twain
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Ulin
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Ila Watkin
Horton
MR. Peary
Copenhagen
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