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Newspaper

Bluefield Evening Leader

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1909

Page

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Prince of Kierwillaji Declares Move to Bluefield Amid Racism

Ranji Kanja, proclaimed Seventh Son of the Seventh Son and Prince of Kierwillaji, says he will quit Bluefield after harsh treatment by hotels and white residents. He seeks fortune abroad, claims a regal lineage, and vows to reclaim his house’s lost riches while trading a disheveled robe and a gold bracelet for survival as he travels.

Bluefield Ranji Ranji Kierwillaji British India Kanja Blaefeld House of Kania Kierwillan Great Britain India United States New York San Francisco Gulf Europe Asia Minor Attila Theodore Bottevett Thun

England Eyes On Indian Students In Harvard Scene

Cambridge May 29. Jale insrao Gaekwar son of the Sultan of Baroda and PH. Voeel of India, both Harvard students, are under surveillance by Scotland Yard over a rumored plan that Indians would invade the country. The Cosmopolitan Club at Harvard reportedly received the information as the Rev. Dr. L. A. Fox, son of a seventh man, was noted as a guest. travel plans remain unclear.

Cambridge Mace Jaleinsrao Gaekwar Sultan of Baroda PH. Voeel Tetacnauad India Harvard Scotland Yards Cosmopolitan Club of

Gallo ws for Belcher: jury convicts brutal killer in Ohio tramway murder

Columbus Belcher is found guilty by a Mingo county jury after a 40 minute deliberation for the murder of Carter on Leatherwood creek. The case recounts a brutal assault and attempted execution with Belcher later awaiting potential execution or sentencing appeal.

Columbus Belcher Cure Carter Leatherwood Creek Mingo County Sampselle Belcher Hereford Browning Carter Browning Fideg Minto County

Reward of 18000 for Three Boys Held Up Overland Train

Authorities offer an 18000 reward for information leading to the capture of three young men who stopped and looted an Union Pacific Overland train on Saturday night. Police describe the suspects as two teenagers and a younger youth. Investigators are pursuing tips from residents near the incident site.

Union Pacific Overland

Plan to mix government inf strike plan surfaced in Georgia

Officials in Georgia are reportedly shaping a plan to blend government info strike ideas. Central authorities deny holding a conference with strikers as the dispute persists.

Georgia Central

Registered letters looted mail on Union Pacific train

Rail robbery near Omaha identified two men Frege Jer fenton and W B Woolf plus James Gordon as suspects. Looters opened all letters including cash, with funds recovered later at Brown Park school. Postmaster General Stewart heads to Atlanta amid Georgia Railroad strike. cabinet factions wary of federal intervention while trying to protect mail and avoid injunctions.

Omaha Nev Frege Jerfenton W. B. Woolf Michaeljoin Prawl Union ‘Pacific Overland Limited Michaeljohn James Gordon Brown Park Washington Stewart Atlanta Georgia United States Hatrman Knapp Interstate Commerce Commission Ing Neill Tage White House Georgia Railroad Department of Justice Steis Tift Nagel Department of Commerce and Labor

Wheeling Elects All City Officials Except Mayor

In Wheeling West Virginia the Republicans swept city offices but failed to secure the mayor's seat. Democrats chose Charles Schmitt a millionaire brewer as mayor defeating Richard Hoberteen by a narrow margin. Schmitt born to Mr and Mrs Wan ey Oy Raweey street.

Wheeling W.va Mey Eers Charles Schmitt Richard Hoberteen Waney Oy Raweey

Marriage trouble sparks mob at Mormon settlement

In Lethbridge Alberta a mob of about 30 to 40 Mormons attacked three Gentiles near Ma arath over a disputed marriage. James Barclay, one victim, claimed the dispute centered on a Gentile wife and child, with a sheriff and deputies aiding. The mob assaulted the men, restrained Barelay, and threatened hangings while a woman observer, Mrs Gilleapie, returned home to recover.

Lethbridge Alberta Hank Maarath Salt Lake James Barclay Barelay Ainter Harri Magratho Harrison

Patten's Profits Reported at Five Million

The record shows Patten posting profits of five million in the recent financial period. Details indicate sustained earnings and notable gains across key divisions. Market observers note the strong bottom line reinforces Patten's competitive position next quarter.

Turbulent Wheat Market Ties Up Mills and Police Interest

The report outlines a volatile wheat market tied to patent profits and large stock holdings led by A Patten and associates. It notes heavy speculation, uneven Liverpool prices, and a looming delivery shortfall as police prepare to handle potential disorder amid the market turbulence.

Death of Capt W Saunders noted in Virginia south

The obituary notes the death of Capt W Saunders of Virginia aged about four years since, a well known figure in the southern state, with arrangements mentioning Roy Thompson of Texas and a move to Port Worth, Texas, as part of the notice.

Mr. W. Saunders Virginia Oes Washington Roy &. Thompson Chicago Port Worth Tex

Outlook for Virginian Railway Turfed

A brief note reports the Virginian Railway facing turbulence and uncertainty in its outlook. Analysts weigh freight demand, routes, and financial stability amid broader rail market pressures.

Local Visitors and Residents Reported in City Notes

A stream of visitors and residents are noted in city notices. W A Ayers of Lebanon Whitt of Welch and many others are seen in the city on business and social visits. Multiple names appear tied to surrounding towns and colleges with reports of travel, visits to relatives, and a sick note for Captain Tom Gregg recently.

W. A. Ayers Lebanon Whitt Welch Clity Man Narrows A.C. Petts Thiemond Vietimne Frleade W. J. Jordan Oakvale Harry Mate Pocahontas Blwefield GT. Franklin Roca Mise Nancye Leslie Ia Tazewell M. Bureh Montcalm KB. Haker Bramwell Dirst Ie Dublin Elty JC. Parker Hast Radford Thoripoon W. KB. Steele JC. Pack Miss Dulay Pack Lorduay D. W. Hawk Washington College Ten- Heree Fannie Billy Williams Riehman David A. French Rogers Street Mea W. J. Turner Christiansburg John Kegley KW. Kegley Bluefleet Deeg Wytheville Washington Lee Tom Gregg Clottet Order of Railway Coudnecors Tiaeh

Enthusiastic Carpenters Meet for Friday Gathering

A local carpenters group holds an energetic meeting at the town hall to discuss projects and upcoming work. Members outline plans for renovations and community construction with several speakers sharing updates and assessments of job prospects.

Gils PSS THRU N Melati 4 oF Dawkarde

Fragmentary notes describe a discussion about twelve ear loads along a route near Welw with mentions of Melati and Dawkarde. The text is incomplete and several names and places are unclear.

Melati Dawkarde

Question of Rogers Death Sparks Virginian Railway Impact

The death of Roger prompts Wall Street debate on the Virginian Railway and Chesapeake and Ohio futures. Chesapeake stock trades at new highs as the executors plan to manage and finance the railroad, while Norfolk and Western shows resilience against competition.

Henry H. Rogers Chesapeake & Ohio Norfolk & Western Wh HL Noxers Virginian Railway Wall Street Roger Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Virginian Rogers Saya Wall Street Journal Chesapeake and Ohio Rogera Rogera Haq Ohio Chesapeake and Co Olle Norfolk Wee

Married couple from Bristol wed in private ceremony

Theodore White of Oakvale and Miss Sallie Heteher of Bayd Heteher married in Bristol Tennessee yesterday morning. They were joined by Bride’s uncle Ro Hood Bailey and remain at the South Bristol home. Mr White is youngest son of the late James A White once sheriff of Mercer County. The bride is a granddaughter of Col William H Thompson of Cream Heads. Leaders extend best wishes for their long and happy life.

Thee White Oakvale Sallie Heteher Bayd Heteher Mortige Bailey White James A. White Merver William H

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Ranji Kanja Kjerwillaji Willoyg England L. A. Fox Salen Fox Mingo Curt Carter Omaha Selhoot Bentiles Salt Lake Region Gentile Canada Mra Gilleapie Patten Ty of Patten Hedde Tle Siti Priveijain A. Patten W. M. Ferttert Frank V Frazier George W. Patten Liverpool Germany Polle Hoorge Newkirk Eine Neon Sportal Offoor AL Mitchel Saunders Prin Carpenters Reilly Ely D. T Bobetelegard Ieee Rome Gils West Virginia Washington, D.C Bristol, Tenn Dale White Miss Sallie Pelcher
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