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Newspaper

Bluefield Evening Leader

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1909

Page

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Earthquake Fears Stir Messina In July Report

Earthquake shocks were felt across Messina Reggio and Mileta causing panic as residents fled to the hills. Fires from the prior disaster still burn in Messina ruins while tremors and loud rumbles unsettled the populace amid warnings. In Harrisburg workers gain a ten percent wage boost at a pipe works. Sedalia sees Missouri Kansas Texas rails expanding shops and longer hours. Huntington W Va to add a half million dollar Chesapeake Ohio shop expansion signaling ongoing rail development.

Rome Messina Reggio Mileta Pittsburg Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Huntington W. Va

Amalgamated Association Out on Strike in Pittsburg

Seven thousand iron steel and tin workers walked out in Pittsburg as fifteen plants shut down. The walkout stems from the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company declining to recognize the union after today. All Amalgamated members in the city’s factories joined the strike, with tin plate workers last to be kept on payroll, risking a blow to the union’s power.

Pittsburg American Sheet and Tin Plate Company Steel West Amalgamated Association

Signs of prosperity lift wages in several mills

Wages for thousands of workers across Pennsylvania and nearby states were restored to pre cut levels as of July 1. Pennsylvania Steel Co, Sharon Steel Hoop Co, Cambria Bowl Co, and Mariana Steel Co reported wage restorations affecting about 7,000, 1,200, and other employees. The changes followed reductions implemented in April and May, with several plants returning to prior scales and schedules.

Steelton Pennsylvania Steel Company Sharon Sharon Steel Hoop Company Baiimore Mariana Steel Company Amio Vite

Pretty Home Wedding Tuesday

The home of Mr. and Mrs. Guy D. French hosted a wedding Tuesday evening for Nell Harriett Chirk St and Dr. Jassey Rose Turner. Decor featured pink and green rhododendron. The bridal party entered to Mendelssohn. Guests included out of town relatives and friends.

Mr. and Mee Guy D. French Nell Mia Harriett Chirk Jassey Rosewell Turner Nellie Adair Mary French Norfolk Pride and Thy Louis Turner Reneda Steon Award of Honor Miss Adairs Fred Collins Henley French Miss Pack P. A Dixon Miale Ruth Turner Nannie Keser Mary Mitchell Miss Adair Phiegar G French J. A. Booth Baltville J E French Crewe Mixa Mahel Stilow Luke McDonald John Phlegar Ripplemeads Mary French Day Mita Narrows Minkes Mary Fruth Turner Natale Kesser

Woman Probably Cause of Trouble in Kentucky Tragedy

Norton Virginia July 1 Three well known locals Mia James Hradshaw J B Maye and R F Culbertson were found wounded in a Mid Mexboro Kentucky room after a shooting. The motive remains unclear with speculation that Maye pursued the woman leading to a fatal shooting and self infliction. Maye an engineer for the Virginia Kentucky railway Culbertson a foreman at a Coeburn electric plant and all come from respectable families. The tragedy is deplored given their prominence.

Norton Middlesboro Kentucky Sauch Mia James Hradshaw J. B. Maye R. F. Cul‘bertson Terdy Mid- Mexboro Maya Mid-Mexboro Culbertson Mays Virginia & Kentucky Norton and Wise Hecht Coeburn

Sugar Trust Officials Indicted by Federal Jury

A Bronx federal jury returned indictments against American Sugar Refining Company officials including Washington I B, Thomas Arthur Doller, Charles P. Shem Layer, George H. Wrasta, John Pearsons, Thomas HH Masdedy Gis fave TH, and Klasell. The charges cite violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act with penalties including fines or imprisonment or both.

New York Bronx The American Sugar Refining Company Washington Thomas Arthur Doller Charles P. Shem Layer George H. Wrasta John Pearsons Thomas HH Masdedy Gisfave TH Klasell

Charleston Day to Day A Oahara Charleston Day to Day A Oahara Night

City reckoned as an oasis suggests a pilgrimage to satisfy desires in a drought tagged Charleston West Virginia. July-end references hint at a dry spell and a future shift toward cooler climates and refreshing venues, with a blockade over local schools and welcoming havens implied. May license brewery discussion prompts grant to Kanawha Brewing Company to manufacture beer and sell wholesale per legal advice.

Charleston W. Va Barlowton Alent Charesto Buliarn Hoshiraty Welcoaw City Allorney Upshur Higginbotham Ox Kanawha Brewingmpany

Storm sweeps Texas tearing at Kingsville area

Kingsville Texas July 1 a terrific storm swept the region causing great damage. Bishop Patrik John Donahue of Wheeling visited the city last night with Father Oliver after administering the sacrament of confirmation at Pocahontas. He will dedicate a new Catholic church on July 4.

Kingsville Texas Great Damree Patrik John Donahue Wheeling Olivier Pocahontas Dante, Vey

Chamber of Commerce Meeting Tonight at Thornton Building

A regular Chamber of Commerce meeting is scheduled for tonight in the Thornton Building at 8 o'clock. Members are urged to attend.

Chambial OF Commerce Chamber of Commerce Thornton

Good Government Promises and Raleigh Saloon Tensions

Fragmentary account recalls a political clash in Raleigh over saloon closures and police raids linked to a Democratic administration. Mention of Mayor Frank M. Peters, accusations of gang influence, and rumors about treasurer and board actions surround election tensions and possible reform before a new city government takes office.

Raleigh Street Democratic Gang Frank M. Peters Myer Ralaigh Mercer County Coventer Ser Tits Affatra Amala Atulen Tuxeweil Mteo Pudge Fmet Cyril Mable Trent

June Weddings keep Roanoke area busy with nuptials

A Roanoke household hosts a quiet 4 30 morning ceremony for Nellie Hatcher of Roanoke and Charley H Gilmer of Lebanon Bluefield marriage details include attendants Miss Hatcher and Mr Gilmer with vows, reception, and future plans. Also reported is a late Friday ceremony in Fourteenth Avenue with Miss Moore marrying Mr Mobianult of Charlotte SC.

Meric Roanoke If. Chelt Nellie Hatcher Chelt Charley H. Gilmer Bluefeld Mbnry Elizabeth Hatcher Hidefeld Lieter Ao Mal M. G. Gilmer Lebasen Mendelsrohn Miew Hather Hockman Carrion Hoapoke Hoanoky Fourteenth Avenue Aout Weal Miew Markorec Moore Mee Porte Christinneburg Herbert Mobianult Charlotty Te Coremieny Wae Tte Drids Hew TV Mevonatalef New York Euler McDonall Kolmer Mrewke

Verdict in the Freeman Case Delivered

The Freeman case verdict was rendered for the proponents after complex courtroom proceedings at Princeton. The jury deliberated over several days with intense interest as legal teams presented arguments and additional instructions were issued leading to the final decision.

Princeton Kevern Hundred Hovenid Aiden

Harvard Defeats Eli, MO. HARVARD Labeled in Varsity Contests

Sizable losses for Sons of Eli as Harvard and Missouri win multiple events. A motion to delay the jury verdict remains pending before Judge Herndon until September. If overruled, the case goes to the supreme court for final adjudication. Yale shares defeat in both the Varsity 4 Car Race and the Freshman Race today.

Herndon Supreme Court Yale

Great Contests On Thames At New London Regatta Day

In New London July 1 Harvard wins varsity four and freshman races as crowds gather for the annual intercollegiate regatta on the Thames. Weather storms disrupt schedules with the varsity eight rowed upstream later planned for 6 to 7 pm or postponed to 10:30 am tomorrow. Columbia graduate William Th Metkiehan serves as regatta ref.

New London Conn New Lons Jon Ae Suto Arhiiow John Maurvard Yale Thames Limense Harvard William Th Metkiehan New York Columbia Gradu

Franklin votes out dispensary in Virginia election

In Franklin Virginia a magisterial district vote decided to abolish the local dispensary. The results favored the dispensary’s removal with 279 votes for and 210 against. The decision means the area will become dry starting October 1 after a final town and district transition.

Franklin

A June Wedding in Roanoke for Miss Compton

Miso Compton of Roanoke wed Mr. Walter N. Montgomery in a Wednesday afternoon ceremony at 4. The parlor bridal decor featured heartiest flowers and a profusion of hats. Norval Devildon served as best man with Miss Hortha Compton as maid of honor. The couple plan a trip to Washington and live in Roanoke. the groom works in the Norfolk and Western general offices.

Howe Compton Waltr N. Montgomery Roanoke Norval Devideon J. J. Dogan Ailoes Bluefield

Cuba to settle Oliver claim in 701000 building arm

The Cuban Government will pay the Oliver claim for seven hundred one thousand dollars. Willan J. Oliver, a Knoxville farmer, was the claimant. The payment is to be arranged with the Hato department of the readinor and settled next week.

Cuba Washington, D Hato Department

Revenue Loss to State Amid Tax Administration Lapses

Fragmented OCR text reports an estimated 130 000 dollars in revenue lost to the state this year due to failures in tax collection. The garbled notes mention counties and towns, dates like May and June, and a list of place names such as Kanawha Taylor and Wyrroning, suggesting a statewide audit or revenue shortfall assessment. The content is incomplete and scattered across many entities with unclear connections.

Police Commissioner and Mayor Clash in New York turmoil

In New York on July 1 Ouieibentinus Cogham defies Metrolinn y order amid mayoral friction. References to Pims Mingilam and Vow indicate political strife, with calls for compliance and potential removal. The episode implicates police leadership, city command, and central authority amid a volatile municipal dispute.

New York Ouieibentinus Cogham Tofley Metrolinn

Laundryman Mystery Violined Case Raises Theories

A New York police inquiry into a laundryyard strangling yielded theories of an outsider involved. An important witness has emerged, but details remain unclear as investigators puzzle over the motive and timing of the death.

New York A Chaonin Owas Nerala

Ebt Hearing Nears End in Virginia Court Case

In hmownd Virginia a high profile Ebt hearing nears its end. The court handles complex debt and title questions involving Keelleh Merrion of Lymshburg and Attorney General Ane loreon Ue for Victoria. Proceedings resume with government references and legal arguments on the record.

Lowell Littefield Virginia Viewinia Kaelleh Merrion Lymshburg Loreon Oine

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