Death of Homer Reynolds in Peculiar Railway Accident
Homer Reynolds, a 22 year old Norfolk and Western employee, was killed when his attempt to cut off a locomotive failed as the train sped past a water tank. The engine backed forward and struck him, severing part of his body. Reynolds, known for his gentle character, had worked two years and left a life insured for 1200. His remains were prepared for burial and sent home to Danville, Virginia.
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Homer Reynolds
Howe Homele
Danville
Ieblands
Ely
Reynolds
Tron Keman
Nis
Norfolk & Wester
E. L. Bowman
Rudyard Bipling
Elliott Northertt
John M. Anderson
Mr. Anderson
Gov. Atkinson
Christmas and ¢ Jewelry Gifts at H Mebane & Brother
H Mebane and Brother offer a wide stock for gifts with many 10 cent items, silver and ebony novelties, jewelry and watches. The exclusive jewelry store promises low prices and engraving on purchases of a dollar or more, located near the State Bank building on Princeton avenue.
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H. Mebane & Brother
Wty
Ths
Up State Bank
Princeton Avenue
Cumberland River
Whitley County
Williamsburg
Riley
Kentucky
Tis Farm
Kentucky Oil
Treasury
Mystery Medical Claim Stirs Debate Over Cold Treatment
Fragmentary report describes Dr. Ringe unveiling a new core option and testing a cure claim. The piece notes mixed physician opinions, a claimed lifesaving effect, and a bold price of one dollar per trial.
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Ringe
Brice
Cure a Cold in One Day Lemonade Claim
Bogus advert touts a £0 cure for a cold with fake Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises refunds if not effective and falsely cites E W Grove’s signature on every box.
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E. W. Grove
Capital Gossip Reports West Virginia Posts and Appointments
Washington notes recap of shifts in Senate and House roles with Capt Devener aiding David Dinger to chief index clerk. West Virginia members Gaines Hughes Daston and Beaker Henderson push new committees, postmaster for Hinton eyed, Wiley the incumbent. Senators Elkins and Scott plan many bills while delaying action into Friday.
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Washington
Capt. Devener
David Dinger
Wheeling
House of Representatives
Hinton
C. W. Wiley
Gaines
Hughes
Davidson
White House
Beaker Henderson
West Virginia
Delgation
Congress
House
Alj
Elkins
Scott
Senate
Echoes of the Keller Banquet at Bluefield Inn
A lengthy banquet honoring Judge Keller at Bluefield Inn features toasts and speeches. Judge Holbrook excels as toastmaster while Keller replies warmly. Speakers include Col. Browning absent sick, John M. McGrath, Judge Charles W. Smith, and others praising federal district appointments and local press. The event ends with flowers for Keller and compliments to host Sloan. court cases against George and James Champ were postponed until June.
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Bluefield Inn
Judge Keller
Sue
Judge -Anders
M. F. Matheney
W. Walter McClaughrsty
Isasehristian
Christian
Judge Holbrook
Keler
Keller
Terbata
Keatley
Clout Rerctetm
Holbree
Maynard
Foi
Crockett
Alpha
Omega
Federsl
Sam
Federal District
West Virginia
Col
Jas. S. Browning
John M. McGrath
Bluefield
Ian Basey
Lal
Gesera
C. Pendleton
Tazewell Repulican
J.P. Maynard
Jude Keller
Sloan
George
James Champ
Maysard
Acquittal Testimony Dominates Mrs Bonine Case
Court session features Dr Corrogsin and Dr Blazebrook testimony about a hip wound and leg length while defense challenges witness credibility. Accusation notes and local business ads mix with references to taxes, whiskey trade, and the Blue Front in Warrington as the trial proceeds.
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Warrington
Lola Ida
Bonine
Tris
James Seymour
Corrogsin
Attaroer
Douglass
Uare
Mra. Rearne
Douglas
Ayers
Blazebrook
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Clinch Valley
Brotherhood of Retiway
George L Smith
C.F. Light Starvin
C. Douthat
A Douthat
C.H. Shuttle Varget
R. B. Meador
J. M. Smith
Duke Walden
West End
J.M. Warren
Snake Joan Harper
J. ML
Ci Rally
Taze Kell Street
Sorse
Barnes
T.H Becker
Davies
Payten
Daston
McKinley
Kinley
MR Sloas
Wt. Holland
Judie Holbrook
Cave
Swan Lake Oil Co
Knox
Whitley Counties
First National Bank of
W. Va
W. S. Foutz
v.Va
Quesi
Cources
Nou
Bsas
Ale
H. P
Porter
Eas
Ease
Exnernie Co
White
John Harper
Bine
Laney
United
M. Woolley
Mr. ML
Harper
White's
Unte
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