Graham Man Fined in Assault Case in Graham Court
The commonwealth case against J. T. Johnson ended with a dismissal on robbery and a 25 dollar fine for assault and battery. Johnson admitted an assault on Marry Cohen of Bluefield but denied robbery, citing personal enmity and a discharge from Norfolk and Western. The trial, before Squire C P Greever and Mayor J M Smith, drew a crowded Graham, Virginia courtroom with limited witnesses.
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the Commonwealth
J. T. Johnson
Squire C. PP. Greever
J. M. Smith
Marry Cohen
Bluefield
Cohen
Johnson
Graham
Graham Mayoral and Treasurer Candidates Announced
Local notices show R. B. Williamson declares candidacy for Graham mayor in the June 9 election. J. Morton announces for town treasurer of Graham, Va. H. C. Callaway also seeks Graham mayoral support from voters.
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Graham
R. B. Williamson
J. &. Morton
H. C. Callaway
Town Election Today Promises Heated Graham Balloting
Graham voters go to polls today to select eight councilors from fourteen candidates including all present members and six newcomers. Mayoral contenders are R L Williamson and H Callaway, while treasurer race features R H Palmer seeking a fourth term against J E B Morton, cashier of the First National Bank. Officials take office in September per Virginia law.
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Graham
R. L. Williamson
H. ©. Callaway
R. H. Palmer
J. EB. Morton
First National Bank of
Wither
Virginia
Death of Daniel A. Rolen in Graham area
Daniel A. Rolen died at his home after a five day illness of kidney and liver trouble. He was 41, born in Tazewell county, lived in Tazewell and Bland counties, son of the late M. R. Rolen. He left a widow, three daughters, one son, six sisters, and one brother. He had resided in Graham and worked in the meat trade in recent years.
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Daniel A. Rolen
Tazewell
Bland
M. R. Rolen
Graham
Graham constable dies after illness
A Graham grocer and constable for about two years died after a brief illness. Drs. Frazier Witten and Phelgar tended him at home. Funeral services conducted by Rev. A. B. Hunter at the family residence followed by interment in Maple Hill cemetery. He left many friends in the community.
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Graham
H. T. Frazier
R. M. Witten
O. K. Phelgar
A. B. Hunter
Maple Hill Cemetery
Invented Steel Tie Promises Railway Benefits
F J Davall of Cedar Bluff has invented a steel railroad tie claimed to curb rail spreading. He has applied for a patent and is advised it will be granted. Davall says officials approve the device which could be safer and cheaper than wooden ties and plans to market it soon.
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F. J. Davall
Cedar Bluff
Cedar Bluff Milling Company
No Sunday Services in Graham Churches Under Quarantine Edict
Quarantine ordinance passed by the Graham city council led to the first Sunday in years without preaching or Sunday school at all churches. The measure aims to curb public gatherings and is expected to be lifted soon as conditions improve.
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Graham
Kk. A. Rich
Pocahontags
Pounding Mill
Tazewell
McSparran
Yards
Candidate's Acknowledgment After Mayoral Race
Rob Williamson thanks opponent for a clean campaign and pledges to work for the town's advancement regardless of election outcome. He expresses appreciation to fellow candidates and voters on the morning of the election.
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Rob Williamson
Death of Uncle Andrew Hounshell in Sevierville Tenn
Mrs. C. W. Gill receives word of the death of her uncle Andrew Hounshell of Sevierville Tennessee. He moved from Virginia in 1902. He died May 31 at about seventy four. He leaves a widow two daughters and a son.
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C. W. Gill
Andrew Hounshell
Sevierville
Tenn
Virginis
Hounshell
Trachoma Study Recommends State School Health Action
West Virginia findings urge systematic school screenings for trachoma, exclusion of affected children, state funding for supervision, and nurse visits to homes. Proposes free regional hospitals in West Virginia and Virginia, mining-company cooperation, rural school sanitation, and public education campaigns on prevention and hygiene.
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Poten Hnly
Logan
Mingo
McDowell
Wyoming Counties
W. Va
Buchanan
Dickenson
West Virginia
Clark
Boose
Cabell
Fayette
Grant
Greenbrier
Hampshire
Hardy
Kanawha
Marshall
Manoa
Bond Endorsement Denial Amid Bank Controversy
The document recalls June 1914 statements denying unconditional promises to divide band issue funds between Graham banks. It notes stockholders declined endorsement of a bond making them personally responsible. Witnesses confirm discussions with William Mitchell Jr about endorsing such a bond, with James Burton also present. Depot agent Terry Burton will depart for Wilcoe to take a telegraph operator role.
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Columes
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Graham
First National Bank of
Wiliam Mitchell, Jr
First National Bank
James J. Burton
R. H. Palmer
William Mitchell, Sr
Chicago House Furnishing Company
Palmer
Mr. Mitchell
Bank of
Mitchell
James Burton
GEO. P. Crockett
N. P
Mercer County
W. Va
Wilcoe
Terry Burton
Finney
County Infection Rates From Local Examinations
Data lists counts examined and positives for several counties led by Wyoming at 19.4 percent and Cabell at 22 percent. Wayne Micgo McDowell Logan Kanawha and others show lower rates, with an overall average of 1.43 percent across twenty three counties.
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Dowell
Mercer
Mingo
Monroe
Ohio
Pendleton
Votahoutae
Wayne
Wood
Wyoming
Micgo
Boone
McDowell
Logan
Cabell
Kanawha
Dodson’s Liver Tone Promoted by Leading Physicians
Seven top US physicians endorse Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe pleasant alternative to calomel for constipation and sluggish liver. The vegetable liquid claims no groginess, no pain, and gentle regularity with a 50 cent guarantee from druggists.
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United States
Dodson
Get Rid of Your Rheumatism Now
A testimonial from W. A. Lochart of Homer City New York claims Chamberlains Liniment cured his rheumatism after one bottle. The ad urges readers to try the liniment and notes it is for sale by all dealers and runs Tuesday through Saturday.
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W. A. Lochart
Homer City
N. Y
OS Worflke Western Schedule May 10 1914
Roanoke Virginia timetable lists trains to Lynchburg Roanoke Norfolk Philadelphia New York and Columbus plus sleeper and parlor car services. Details include 6 55 a m 9 15 a m 2 25 p m 9 35 p m 8 30 p m 8 10 a m 8 45 a m 2 05 p m 6 10 a m 11 20 a m 1 25 p m and 7 45 p m departures with Pullman sleepers and cafe cars on multiple legs.
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Bluefield
Lynchburg
Roanoke
Pullman Sleeper
Norfolk
Richmond
Pullman
New York
Hagerstown
Philadelphia
Shenandoah
Columbus
Cincinnati
Kenova
Norton
Saeger
Williamson
Gary
Norfolk and Western Railway
W. B. Bevill
W.C. Saunders
Pass
Traff
Mer
Gen
Virginia
Trade Congress Opens in Paris Amid Immorality Campaigns
Paris June 8 The biannual International Congress of Chambers of Commerce opens in the Sorbonne with broad representation from the United States and Canada. The five day sessions will focus on plans for an international campaign against business immorality. President Poincare will preside at the banquet closing the sessions.
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Paris
United States
Canada
International Congress of Chambers “« Commerce
Sorbonne
Gets-It Promises Easy Corns and Calluses Cure
The ad touts Gets-It as the newest simple cure for corns and calluses. It claims users with current corns likely never tried Gets-It and promises a painless, hassle free treatment.
Confession Praises Cardui Tonic By Mrs Reid
Mrs Elis Mae Reid of Hines Alabama credits Cardui with dramatic health gains. She reports stopping all吐吐 spitting up, improved digestion, consistent energy, reduced headaches, and a 10 pound weight gain after using Cardui. The ad urges women to try Cardui and contact Chattanooga Medicine Co. for guidance and a free booklet.
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Cardui
Cardus
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Graham Daily News
Harry Cohen
J. C. Nelson
Graham Graham
D. A. Rolen
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F. F. Daley Co., Ltd
Buffalo, N.Y Hamilton, Ont
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Mace
Mr. Williamson
Union Bank & Trust Co
Iears
R. HH
Post
Calonmel
OS Worflke
West Virginia Armaat Has
Campary Electrical
Kowne Specialty
Smith, Henover
Rinetwid
Warant An
Craig Centre Auto Co., Inc
Craig Street
Pittsburgh
Canter Avenue
R. H. Christian
Ke, Lawrence & Uc
Chicago
C. L. Ritz
Law and Commerce Building
Bluefield, W. Va
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Chattanooga
James E. Mayer
LAW & Commerce
P.O
Brlumfield
Wiea
Thornton Butldios
High ¢ Laundry
Adeer
Iluefield
C. EK. Sisson
Bland St
Virginia Laundry Company
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