Former Bluefieldeer John Madra Sought by Richmond Creditors
Richmond creditors seek John M. Madra a former bucket shop operator in Bliefield. A deed of assignment transfers his office to A M Lawrence for $1, with proceeds to be distributed to creditors. Deputy Bowis searches for Madra as his wife says he left town after consulting lawyer Edgar English.
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Richmond
Pat Yowis
John M. Madra
No. 4
South Twelfth Street
Madra & Co
New York
Mr. Madra
Bowis
Tome
Twelfth and Main
Madra
Edgar B. English
English
Twelfth Street
Bowls
A. M. Lawrence
Lawrence
Bane Court
Miserie
W. P. Jones
J. Ll. Perl
A. G. Weisiger
R. Henry
W. Sullivan
K. W. Shinpsod
W J Francis
Buchah
Mer
Bliefield
Virginia
Fire at Algoma destroys home of Tegay Robertson
A fire at Algoma Coal and Coke Co. yesterday morning burned for two hours, consuming the Robertson household belongings before firefighters saved the rest of the property. The blaze caused total loss to Tegay Robertson's home but stopped before causing further damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alcoma
Algoma Coal and Coke Co
Tegay Robertson
Brakeman Stafford Dies in Pearisburg Yard Accident
Brakeman R. M. Stafford, about twenty five, was killed yesterday at Pearisburg yards while helping move cars on the North Western line. He resided near Intert and was employed at Bige Stoney branch.
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Pearisburg
R. M. Staffor
North Western
Stafford
Near
Intert
New Rules for Police Department Behind Prepping Manual
Chief Newkirk is compiling a police department manual and intends to seek approval from the Board of Affairs. The draft outlines procedures and standards for patrol, investigations, and community relations to be adopted upon review.
Hegeiver Case In U S District Court Georgia
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a court matter in the United States District Court in Georgia involving officers and a lapse in issued benefits or duties. No clear dates or parties are readable.
German Steamer Modena Sunk in North Sea Collision
The German steamer Modena was sunk after a collision with the British steamer Humber in a dense fog off Hull England on Wednesday night. Two crew members of the Modena were drowned while Humber remained uninjured.
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North Sea
Hull
England
Modena
Humber
Plan to discipline force officer for ten days
The text states suspending any member for ten days pending Board confirmation for unbecoming conduct, with intoxication leading to summary dismissal. many other regulations will be added to the manual, which Chief Newkirk hopes to complete by tomorrow.
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Board of Affairs
Newkirk
Strike Threat Looms Over Gould Southwest Railways
Texarkana Arkansas June 1 A general strike may result from recent meetings of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineers. Discharged employees demand reinstatement and the union seeks its rights in disputed cases, the chief cause of the trouble.
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Texarkana
Ark
Gould
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Murder In Pearisburg Shocks Quiet Virginia County
Andrew Jackson Thompson a 70 year old resident of Gilen county Virginia was shot dead on the public road near Pearisburg by neighbor Jacob L. Carper in a long standing feud. Thompson exclaimed I am killed after being struck and the sole witness was his son Wm H Thompson. Carper a local foe was placed in Pearisburg jail as authorities pursue charges in the fatal incident.
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Pearisburg
Gilen County
Andrew Jackson Thompson
Jacob L. der
Thompson
Wm. H. Thompson
Tows
Carper
Wicker's Creek
Hiw
Ing
Coles County
Pearinburg
David J. John Meton
Thie City
Johnston
Tie Sook
Lighort
John W Gott
Mise Magale
Phompton
Pital
Kee
Associated Charities report shows $1000 disbursed for aid
Treasurer J A B Bruce reports at a meeting last Tuesday that about $1,000 was disbursed for charitable purposes in the past year. The association channels public donations to Bluefield’s needy through coordinated support from other local charities.
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J. A. B. Bruce
Associated Charities
Actor Joins the Ranks in Chain Gang
John E. Miller once an actor at the Hippodrome clashed with Flo Zellar over her acting job and money. He struck her after she rejected his advances and was fined twenty dollars or sixty days on the chain gang by Necorter Crockett. He faces additional time for a separate act of misbehavior beginning this afternoon.
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John E. Miller
Hippodrome
Flo Zellar
Comedenne
Hipp
Necorter Crockett
Miler
Returning Prom Denver Student to Spend Summer in Graham
Mrs C A Worley daughter of Graham postmaster Gillespie left Graham for Denver to rest her health on the way home. She will spend the summer in Blaetiedd and Graham. Mr and Mrs Sam N Worley Jett left for Columbus Ohio last night to join her.
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C. A. Worley
Gillespie
Graham
Denver
Blaetiedd
Grahan
Sam N. Worley Jett
Columbus
Ohio
Woman's Body Found in Well in Columbia Murder
The body of Mrs. Victoria Griffin was found in a well in Columbia. Her throat was cut and three men are under arrest for the crime. The dead woman had been involved in a past murder case. her husband was killed years ago in Georgia by a business partner.
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Columbia
Victoria Griffin
Floya
Georgia
Local residents and visitors noted in Bluefield area
A parade of names shows residents from Bristol Welch Saltville Roanoke and Princeton visiting Bluefield Norfolk Norfolk and nearby towns. Several trips to Baltimore Peterstown and Washington also noted with family updates and attendances at colleges and events.
Woes Surround Millionaire as Wife Elopes with Third Cousin of the Czar
Virgil Hunt, noted Los Angeles and Atlanta magnate, lands in New York aboard the Mauretania and delivers a chilling note to Florence Allen of Detroit. He accuses his wife of eloping with Alexander Teherdia deff, a third cousin of the Russian czar, and claims Miss Allen aided the act. Hunt threatens dire consequences as his personal life erupts in sensational scandal.
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New York
Wirgil Hunt
Los Angeles
Atelanta
Florence Allen
Detroit
Mauretania
Hunt
Alexander ‘Teherdiadeff
Russa
Mie Allen
Miss Allom
Savannah
City Enforces Cow Ordinance Over Flower Gardens
City authorities plan to protect flower gardens and greens by enforcing the cow ordinance until Saturday evening. Report from Washington notes strict enforcement to prevent grazing in restricted areas as warmer weather brings showers and the potential for more livestock movement.
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Washington, D. C
West Virginia
Will Visit Hot Springs for Health Benefit
Cornelia RK Robinson of Third Street has suffered erysipelas for months and came near death last winter. He travels to Hot Springs, Arkansas for health treatment and potential recovery.
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Cornelia RK. Robinson
Third Street
Alma Qee
Hot Springs
Ark
Senator Cummion Sparks Tariff Rift in Senate
Senator Cummion in the Senate today asserted that excessive rates by Republicans threaten to push through the tariff bill, risking a disruption of the Grand Old Party and its policy. The remarks come as the party faces internal tensions over protectionist measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Cummion
Senate
Dismembered Body Found in New York Murder Tale Unfolds
The body of a dismembered man was found in New York and identified by a sister and a friend of Samuel Derren who tended to a woman named Julia Setro. Police suspect a jealous rival killed him. Three arrests were made but released.
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New York
Samuel Derren
Migh
Julia Setro
Rescue Attempt Fails for Abdul Hamid in Salonica
A June 11 report details a bold but unsuccessful effort to rescue Abdul Hamid in Salonica by Turkish guards. The failed mission sparked a melee with casualties among participants and many injured as chaos followed the attempt.
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Constantinople
Abdul Hamid
Sul‘tay
Turkey
Mmle
Salenica
Rag doll social planned at Bland Street church
Arrangements are completed for the rag doll social at Bland Street church tonight. A great time is anticipated and everyone is invited.
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Bland Street Church
Still ay Largo At Klepheos Church Attack News
A man who broke into Klepheos Church in Alloa New York and attacked several clergymen was at large at 4 o clock this afternoon. Police reported no arrest yet. The incident occurred during evening hours and prompted immediate church security checks.
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Alloa
N.Y
Fanethe
Mie Creunte
Klepheos
Woman Doctor Stabbed at Home in Chicago
Dr. Jennie Beardsley a noted woman physician was badly stabbed at her Chicago home by an unknown man. She had recently received threatening letters demanding 500 dollars. Police continued inquiries with no arrests by late afternoon.
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Chicago
Jennie ‘Beardsley
Beardsley
Investigate Sugar Trust In New York Under Taft Direction
Report says the grand jury in New York is investigating the sugar trust at the direction of President Taft. The inquiry centers on alleged practices affecting prices and market control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
New York
Taft
Katherine Clemmons Gould Resumes Witness Stand
Katherine Clemmons Gould returned to the witness stand this morning as the trial continued over her separation from husband Howard Gould. The proceedings focused on testimony surrounding the couple's estranged marriage and related allegations.
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New York
Katherine Clemmons Gould
Howant Gould
SAY NO DANGER Washington Swrim Hit Falls Outburst
Washington June 11 The Republica leaders of the house say there is no danger of the swrim Hit falling as predicted at the conference.
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Washington
Republica
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Pulawki
T Gues
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Ho HS Hale
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Paare Lrg Station
Fourth Street
Genere
Lee Hicks
Cove Croek
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Dearing
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Blue Wolf Coal Ca
Sugar Trust
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