Handsome high school building urged in Graham
Virginia state officials demand immediate construction of a first class high school in Graham with potential state funds and added support if agricultural and industrial arts are included. Attorney General Williams plans to visit Graham with the state superintendent to finalize plans and funding arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Old Dominion
Graham
S. W Williams
Williams
New York City
J C Nelson Public Accountant and Systematizer
J C Nelson, public accountant and systematizer, operates from an office over the Bank of Graham in Graham Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Nelson
Bank of Graham
Graham, VA
New Moon on Eve of the New Year
The December 1910 month features a rare second new moon and a superstition about good luck if one looks over the shoulder at the moon on New Year’s Eve. The piece notes the month also brings five paydays for those paid semimonthly.
Salvation Army Christmas Dinner Fund Short of Goal in Bluefield
The Salvation Army seeks $220 to complete a Christmas dinner fund for Bluefield’s poor and to provide a mammoth tree and gifts for children. Captains in Bluefield receive no fixed salary, paid only from general funds if available, while Captain A. E. Trevitt and family have earned less than $6 weekly since arriving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Bluefield
Vicinity
Army
A. E. Trevitt
Freedom Christmas Gift For A Lifelong Prisoner
James A. Battle, sentenced to life for murder in 1883 from McDowell County, is to receive a Christmas pardon from Governor William E. Glasscock. Battle, now 45, has served 27 years in Moundsville penitentiary since age 18 and is described as a model prisoner selected for the governor’s annual Christmas gift.
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James A. Battle
Moundysville Penitentiary
McDowell County
Christ
Mas
William E. Glasscock
Battle
Catarrh Described as Systemic Blood Disease Cure Claim
An advertisement proclaims catarrh as a systemic blood disease affecting the whole circulation. It argues symptoms arise from congested mucous membranes and promotes Swift’s Specific (S.S.S.) as a blood purifier that cures catarrh by cleansing the blood. Free book and advice offered by The Swift Specific Co. Atlanta Ge.
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U.S.S
SWIFT
Atlanta
Penitentiary Guards Comment on Fatile's Conduct
Prison officials and staff describe Fatile's behavior since confinement as steady and compliant. Warden and guards report orderly routine, no incidents, and cooperation with guards during daily duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fatile
Tierney Confident He Will Be A Major Senatorial Factor
Col Tierney of McDowell County visited the city and spoke to supporters from both parties. He said he expects enough votes when the legislature convenes to be a major factor in the race and indicated no cross-overs would occur to appease a disgruntled politician. Tierney seeks the Senate seat to serve the state, urged by friends prior to the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Ll. KH. Tierney
McDowell County
United States
Col Tierney
Legion
Mr. Tiernes
Powhatan
Col. Tierney
Fen
Vinol touted as vital tonic for run-down workers
An advertisement extols Vinol, a cod liver extract with iron, as the best fix for nervous and muscular fatigue and poor digestion. It cites Prof. James Mitchell of Jasper Ontario, claims renewed health after use, and offers a money back guarantee. Also mentions local pharmacies Goodykoontz Drug Co and Bluefield Pharmacy and upcoming Bijou show The Hobble Skirt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Mitchell
Jasper
Ont
Goodykoontz Drug Co
Bluefield Pharmacy
East End Pharmacy
Bluefield
W. Va
Government Jobs Offer Examinations for Railway Mail Clerks
Central Schools in Rochester New York advertises free examinations for railway mail clerks post office clerks and carriers as well as customs house clerks with salaries ranging from 800 to 1400 dollars yearly. It promises thousands of appointments and free scholarships this month urging immediate written requests to Dept 979.
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Uncle Sam
Rochester
N. Y
Bucklen's Africa Salve touted as cureall for winter ills
Advert says bucklen's Africa Salve relieves frost bite sores chaps and skin troubles. Claims it heals burns boils piles cuts eczema sprains and more. Priced at 25 cents at all druggists.
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Bucklen
Africa
Saved From an Awful Death by New Discovery
Fayetteville resident recounts a sister's deadly consumption and recovery after using Dr King's New Discovery. The testimonial touts it as best medicine for coughs colds lagrippe asthma croup and bronchial troubles with a trial bottle free and guarantees from druggists.
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A. D. McDonald
Fayetteville
N. C
Bankrupt G W Lynch to Face Creditors in Bluefield
District Court in West Virginia announces G W Lynch of Bluefield was adjudicated bankrupt on December 3 1910. The first meeting of creditors is set for December 15 1910 at 10 AM in Bluefield to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Referee in Bankruptcy G J Holbrook presiding. Memorandum notes claim forms and conformity requirements under the Bankruptcy Act of 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newt Cole
Pearisburg
W. J. Cole
Cole
Graheam
Sallie Greever
W. H. Frazier
Frazier
Davy
C. P. Greever
Graham
R. H. Ascue
Wardell
Shire
J. M. Beavers
Ascue
G. W. Lynch
Bluefield
Mercer
Mercer County
W. Va
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Rosalind
Red Gate
Elks Opera House
Meredith Nicholson
Daily Telegraph
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Ferrell Mercantile
Princeton Avenue
West Va
H. A. Lily Departement Store
H. A. Lilly Department Store
Bluefield Bakery
Pure Fool Bakery
Coalfield
Triumph Bread
H. F. Dixon
Bluefield, W. Va
G. M. McCulloch
Pres
Belo Ail Seed
C. A. Bradshaw
S & Treas
THE
Graham Daily News
Telegraph
Graham Land & Improvement Co
Kinder
Bud Kinder
Kinders
Tazewell
Mr. Kinder
Norfolk and Western
Frazer
Otis
Marie
Maple Hill
West Graham
Methodist Church
J. T. Frazier
C. H. Hogan
National Bank
Freedom
Tweny
Col L. BE. Tierney
Gutlock
Unit
Ed States Senate
Bijou
District Court of the United States
West Virginia
G. J. Holbrook
Ahta
Hones
Mpyak
Vly Md
Me George
Storwi & CO
New York
Theater Tigkets
Dana
Becker Bros
Ford Music Company
Ford Music Co
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