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Newspaper
Bluefield Evening Leader
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1909
Page
1
The United States plans to intervene in a Turkish mixup at strategic waters, signaling a diplomatic move to manage escalating tensions. Officials indicate coordinated actions with allied nations to safeguard shipping routes and preserve regional stability.
Washington May 15 The United States intends to show a firm hand in the Turkish crisis. Armored cruisers North Carolina and the revenue cutter Tacoma arrived at Alexandretta while a cabinet meeting planned protection for Americans and interests in Asiatic Turkey. The Montana will reach Alexandretta soon and cruiser New York, overhauled at Boston, will join the squadron there.
Captain Peter C. Hains, convicted of manslaughter in the Annis case, is moved from Murderera Loft to The Blat on a lower jail tier with twenty six inmates. He has his own cell and four hours daily exercise, and spent three hours in counsel with attorney Eugene N. L. Young and family.
Milan reports several American tourists killed in a collision near Basil. Five passengers died and ten were seriously injured. Details are scarce as authorities verify the tragedy involving Mrs. Sherwood Dix and Mrs. W. Grant Ferrel.
Judge E H Gary chairman of United States Steel tells Gary Commercial Club luncheon that the country is recovering from the panic and prosperity is in sight. He will tour western prints of the company with Geo W Perkins president and J Buffington of Indiana Steel and other steel officials for the rest of the week.
Spartanburg S C May 1 Engineer Nesbit and Fireman Caldwell of the Southern air treaty No 40 are reported badly injured today in a wreck just south of Charlotte N C The engine baggage and express cars were destroyed no passengers hurt according to reports received
In Richmond on May 15 the Democratic State Central Committee fixed August 5 as the primary date for Virginia gubernatorial races. It discussed assessments on candidates totaling 8 6 0. allocations: Senate 1500 Governor 1500 Lieutenant Governor 300 Attorney General 500 Treasurer 400 Secretary of the Commonwealth 300 Superintendent of Public Instruction 100. The committee referred an amendment plan to a sub-committee and debated a late convention idea, while resisting Ellyson’s temporary resignation as Lieutenant Governor candidate. Some pushed for August 14 but opposed due to business hours and workload.
A report suggests key Cuban officials fear U S intervention. It claims American interests fuel unrest with sugar plantation owners split between American-backed and local peon labor systems. Officials worry intervention would make Cuba formally American and settle debts by Uncle Sam.
A general debate followed a Roanoke resolution on primary plan A to instruct the committee to prepare a bill for the next legislature to localize and protect primaries statewide. A subcommittee of one delegate per district, chaired by the Central Committee chair, was formed to report on this section when called.
Boston May 15 The Athletic Aspects of Gambling was the topic at the National Episcopal congress session held Tuesday in Tremont Temple. Rev St Clair Hooter of New York was outspoken about efforts to suppress betting on horse races and likened gambling to an octopus infecting commercial life. Sereno S Platt of the New York Chamber of Commerce attacked speculation in securities and other needs of life, with support from Flavell Luther Jay D Trinity College Hartford and Woodbridge of Columbia University.
In Memphis Tennessee on May fifth Richard J Raelinia a pioneer resident was killed and several others injured when a city street car collided with a cement mixer transporting along the paving road. The accident occurred early morning and disrupted the vicinity as rescuers attended the scene.
In Paris on May 15 workers weigh a possible postal strike as telegraphers and valley road men consider actions. Reports say government influence has shifted, and the success or failure hinges on a decisive move by the striking postal staff amid broader labor unrest.
A memorial note announces the death of Capt. Thomas Peery in Culpeper Virginia on a Saturday in May. He was 68, born April 10, 1841, with a large family in Burke's Garden and Cove Creek. Surviving spouse Wyn Nils Shawyer and five children, plus a prior wife and ten children in another marriage, are noted amid a blend of genealogical detail.
Washington May 15 Senator Beveridge fights to restore the war tax on manufactured tobacco by amending a bill. He argues the government loses millions yearly since the tax was removed and tobacco swindles consumers with lighter-weight packages benefiting trusts. He asserts the amendment would not bar small dealers and aims to reclaim revenue for the federal treasury.
Sayre, 62, was found dead near his home in Jackson county West Virginia after a night-time struggle believed to be charged with rage. The body showed severe injuries including a crushed skull, torn shoe, and broken ribs as neighbors and relatives conducted searches until the body was located. Survived by his widow and several children, Sayre’s funeral was held the following morning.
In Dorhoan North Carolina May 15 the defense in the W H L Tilley murder trial raised religious insanity as the couple’s domestic life was discussed Mrs Tilley’s brother in law testified the dead woman had named Winston and Mary ant as leading state counsel The defense then refused to present further testimony after a short conference Judge Love interrupted the trial for dinner The defense fortunes appeared limited and the jury faced the prospect of the electric chair with Col Von Woweton returning to Elkhorn after winter in Blair’s Sink.
A damaged OCR of a legal dispute shows Water Works suing the city over water charges and alleged failure to pay. The document mentions jury actions, compensation, and various individuals linked to the case, including merchants and a traveling salesman, with confusion in names and places.
A severe blaze at Rock destroyed a grocery store and adjoining structures. Authorities believe the fire started late last week from an unknown origin, with T. B. King & Co. and other local firms assisting. No injuries reported, but substantial losses are feared.
In a murky report a group including Seale, Kis Winrhesiey, Lawton and Tate gathered at a bride’s home to contest a will. Minorities, alleged contracts and a missing heir complicate the scene as legal actions unfold around relinquished shares and disputed transfers.
In Kevington on May 18 Judge S. Leecher of the circuit court admitted several individuals to practice law after passing state certifications. Names listed include Davis Gratton Wa Va Minter Pollentar Vac and Ja Feber Christinehire Va among others.
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