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Newspaper
Bluefield Evening Leader
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1910
Page
1
Six people died and twenty four were badly injured when a powder explosion at Graves Mercantile in Boulder, Montana, destroyed property valued at about 250000. The blast occurred after pistols were fired into the store by men shooting at a target nearby, and its shock was felt for miles.
Washington reports a government consolidation ending the star route system and merging it with rural free delivery to form the division of rural malls. The move aims to reduce operating costs by millions, with annual appropriations near 50 million and prior cost analyses showing rural delivery exceeding revenue by about 28 million.
Prof. Jacques Loeb, famed for work on artificial life, assumes leadership of the Department of Experimental Biology at the Rockefeller Institute for Medieval Research. He was formerly affiliated with the University of California and the University of Chicago.
Richmond July 1 There is no dissent from the opinion that ex Governor Swanson will be appointed to fill the expired term of Senator Daniel ending March 4 1911 and named for the new term beginning that day. A double primary in Virginia is expected next summer with two Senators to be elected under Democratic instruction.
A Geneva backed selenite expedition departs for South America led by Dr. Fauirtane of the Tiniversity at Neuehatel and Dr. G. Mayer to survey the unexplored Hollvin wilds. Several Khatieh and American mercantile explorers will join at their own expense.
A Norfolk and Western brakeman Lloyd Alif was killed when a freight train uncoupling air hose caused the cars to run over him near Switchback Ue. Five cars passed over Alif before the train stopped. His body was cut in two and taken to Allegheny Springs Virginia for interment. He was a brother of Bud Alt a Norfolk and Western conductor.
Thirty thousand postal clerks and city letter carriers will gain promotions today under the authority of General Postmaster Mitel. Hitchcock praises Congress for supporting the move and commends postal workers for their efficiency. He notes expected savings of about ten million dollars in postal deficits this year.
New York July 1 John B. Voor bie, a longtime office holder under Tammany Hall, retires from his post as superintendent of public buildings after fifty years in public life. He offers to continue serving only as needed during the transition.
Peru abolishes many food tariffs effective today with 10 percent ad valorem cuts on most alimentary goods and a notable duty drop on lumber. The report notes trade value last year and mentions related tariff shifts amid broader South American policy changes.
Rome reports Italy ready to demand Porter Charlton surrender from the United States for the Lake Como wife murder. Foreign officials have drawn final papers and representatives plan to sail soon, with two Italian detectives to guard the prisoner. Officials note past US-Italy surrender tensions and expect US recognition of Italy's claim.
Roosevelt travels to New York and plans to use his influence against Hughes supporters. He visits Justice Moody and spends the night with Senator Lodue, signaling a broader campaign effort. The pair will head to Brooklyn, signaling continued pressure on Roosevelt's political foes.
Washington July 1 The tax on tobacco cigars snuff eleuretion and other tobacco products under the Payne Hart DIN went into effect today Officials say leading manufacturers expect a price rise only for some brands while the overall weight and price of tobacco may stay largely unchanged The change could cost a smoker about 300 a year depending on consumption
Hurlington July 1. The Atlantic division of The American Canoe Association holds a regatta in the Delaware opposite the city, opening today and continuing through tomorrow and Monday. Participants from the regional clubs are expected to compete.
Washington on July 1 the government created a Bureau of Mines authorized by Congress and approved by President Taft. The agency aims to study mine deaths, save miners, and improve safety. It budgets several hundred thousand dollars this year to protect a industry valued at about two billion dollars annually.
Washington reports a general order requires all sea fighters below rear admiral and above lieutenant to undergo a physical test. Options include a 20 mile walk over three days, a 90 mile horseback ride over three days, or a 100 mile ride over consecutive days with specified time limits.
Clinchfield Coal Corporation plans eight new operations at Dumps Creek near Dante Virginia. General manager J M Roan says output will reach about one million tons annually after January 1 as development completes. Current Dante production runs 4500 tons daily and Crane Nest 1500 tons daily. Dumps Creek shipment is 400 tons daily and rising with expansion. Roan also notes a new patent for a steam type gathering meter and an improved electric reel to boost mining efficiency.
New York dispatch reports a voluntary wage increase for between 6,009 and 6,000 structural iron workers today. The raise adds twenty cents to daily earnings, pushing typical daily wages toward four dollars, with miners and other trades not affected.
The Bureau of Fies reports cotton conditions with figures for June 25 and comparisons to May 2 and June 85, including ten year averages. It notes trends in pigmentation and mentions a new tariff-like system under a convention with regional textile interests and unions. Prices listed for hats and redwood appear in an urban window display by E. Pedigo Co.
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