Mangled Youth Killed by Freight Wheels Near Northfork
George Workman 16 of Peterstown was crushed when attempting to board a moving freight train at Northfork. He suffered severe injuries including the loss of a leg and broken arm, was found beside the track and taken to Welch Hospital. Authorities say he was not an employee of Norfolk & Western.
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George Workman
Peterstown
Northfork
Workman
Welch Hospital
Norfolk & Western
Local Enlistments Grow as Dutch Auction Debut Hopes Rise
Eight more men from the city head to Columbus to join the infantry in two weeks with seven others having enlisted locally. Names include Emmett Hall W. Cook Joseph C Peters Henry Le Peters John H Broyles Joseph Hans Reeph Staler and Arthur Newson. A colored saloon employee Clarence Cecil is jailed after admitting theft of 8.20 from Kelly Moyers with purchases afterward. A third robbery in as many days is noted along with two other recent thefts.
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Amburn
Columbus
Emmett Hall
W. [. Cook
Henry le Peters
John H. Broyles
Joseph Hans
Reeph Staler
Arthur Newson
Clarence Cecil
Kelly & Moyers
Cecil
Dr. Schnurmaan
Henry Rodgin
O@iver Hunt
Tostay
Dave (Iuffman
P. W. Massie
Alote Thin and Son
S. Aston
Prize of War Ignored As Havana Governors Offers Mercy
In 1746 Captain Edwards aboard the Elizabeth of London met a wrecking storm near Havana and asked for safe harbor. The Havana governor declined to treat the ship as a prize, granting unloading rights and protection, vowing a pass until Bermuda. The ship sailed on to London without further trouble.
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England
Spain
Edwards
Elizabeth
London
Gulf
Jamaica
Havana
Bermuda
Ancient Christmas Banquet Described by Antiquary
An antiquary recalls feudal era feasts served at 11 oclock with plum pudding and a boar s head on a silver platter, followed by a peacock dish and geese. The account includes frumenty with almond or wine milk, herbs and venison, plus other fixings and drinks such as beer and sherry.
Residents and visitors fill the city yesterday
A long list of individuals from Ada Roanoke Tazewell and other towns visited or traveled through the city yesterday. Notables include B Stoner J T Kendrick and P Leary along with many families and couples attending nuptials and business matters.
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J. T. Kendrick
Tazewell
South & Western Railroad Advances Toward Completion
Eastward progress on the South & Western Railroad ties the southwest Virginia coal fields to the seaboard. Bonds sold average about 20000 dollars per mile, enabling rapid tunnel work and winter construction. Thousands of workers will be employed to finish the line by year end, with the Southern Railway linking Holston River, Moccasin Gap, Persia, and Asheville towards southern points.
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South & Western Railroad
Southwest Virginia
Seaboard
North Carolina
Southern Railway
Holston River
Moccasin Gap
Persia, Tenn
Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup Advertises Quick Relief
An ad claims Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup cures chronic constipation by aiding digestion and stimulating the liver and bowels. It promises immediate improvement, notes no nausea or griping, and urges refusing substitutes with sale by G. H. Wade, druggist.
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G. H. Wade
Hearne Seen as Strong Governor Candidate in Mercer County
Charleston dispatch reports Judge Joseph Sanders of Mineral County praise for William H. Hearne of Wheeling as a strong gubernatorial candidate. Mercer county may favor Hearne, with some support for Scherr and little for Swisher. Mercer backs John R. Dillard for attorney general, a formidable delegate nominee. Delegates from Mingo McDowell and Mercer counties favor Hearne, boosting his statewide prospects.
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Charleston
Joseph Sanders
Minlefield
Mercer County
William HH. Hearne
Eeing
West Virginia
Intelligencer
oMr. Hearne
Scherr
Swisher
Dillard
Hearne
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Michigan Reader
We prefer Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to any other for children says L J Woodbury of Twining Michigan. It also handles hard colds and croup, and the speaker recommends it. For sale by West End Drug Co East End Pharmacy and Bluefield Pharmacy.
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Chamberlain
West End Drug Co
East End
Bluefield Pharmacy
Chiropractic Osteopathy Visit in Graham by Margaret Owen
Margaret Owen of the American School of Osteopathy Kirksville Mo will be in Graham every Tuesday at John K Ball's home on Vincent Street for osteopathic treatment. No charge for examination and consultations. Contact by letter address Tazewell Va.
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Margaret Owen
American School of Osteopathy
Kirksville
Graham
John K. Ball
Vincent Street
Jetter
Tazewell
Buckley's Arnica Salve Endorsed by Carpenters in NY
Suffering and Dollars Saved, KE. 8. Lopez, of Marilla, N. Y., says I am a carpenter and have had many severe cuts healed by Buckley's Arnica Salve. It has saved me suffering and dollars, It is by far the best healing salve I have ever found. Also promotes burns sores ulcers fever sores eczema and piles. 25c at all druggists. Sealshipt Oysters are firm smooth and clean. Examine the carrier see why and order from Sublette &
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Lopez
Marilla
N. Y
Buckley
Sublette
Insurance agent promotes fire and health coverage options
J. M. Echole, an insurance agent, offers fire, accident, health or life coverage. He invites readers to drop a card and states he will closely assess their needs at Office Room 29 Thornton Building. Phone 158.
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Linn
J. M. Echole
Thornton Bldg
Keeping Open House Digestive Health Promise
Dr King s New Life Pills regulate stomach liver and bowels so perfectly one feels good. Available at all drug stores for 25 cents.
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Dr. King
Latest tally card designs at Pelegraph office
Domestic business note indicates new tally card designs showcased by the Pelegraph office with emphasis on affordable pricing and updated style. No additional details or dates provided.
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Pelegraph
LheLaetf
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Edward Cooper
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Sec’'y
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the Enterprise Co
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