Cousin Feud Turns Violent at Graham Ice Plant
Rev Bey Sarver attacked his cousin John Sarver near the Mitchell ice plant, slashing him with a knife and firing twice with a .388 revolver. John was wounded in the right arm and shoulder but survived as onlookers restrained further harm. authorities sought Rev Sarver, while both men are described as hard workers with volatile drinking temperaments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sarver
Norfolk and Western
Rev. Sarver
Shell
John
Crock Sarver
Sarvers
Rev
Bev
Sarver
C. M. Hogan
Rey
Bey
Hogan
Furnace Hill
Rev. Farver
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON SERVICES LISTED IN GRAHAM GA
J C Nelson of Graham is described as a physician and surgeon with an office opposite the First National Bank and residence at Hotel Sutphin. A public accountant and systematizer operates from an office over the Bank of Graham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank
Sutphin
J C. Nelson
Graham
A. Public Accountant ND Systematizer
Bank of Graham
Joining the Army: Pay and Prospects for Enlistees
The article outlines enlisted men salary paths from private to noncommissioned officer, noting starting pay of 15 dollars monthly, potential up to 35 with advancement, and benefits like uniforms, housing, food, schooling, and retirement. It contrasts life as enlisted with West Point careers, highlighting education opportunities and independence from political influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Army
Uncle Sam
Columbian Magazine
Edward Marshall
Samuel
Signal Corps
Hospital Corps
Engineers’ Corps
United States
Islands
West Pointer
Lim
W. I. Short Sells Highland Residence to J. W. Wade
W. I. Short sold his Highland avenue house to J. W. Wade. Short plans to build a new dwelling soon in Graham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. I. Short
Highland Avenue
J. W. Wade
Mr. Short
Graham
Residence on Main Street Undergoes Overhaul
The residence of A. Penn on Main Street is being generally overhauled and beautified. Contractor T. E. Baker is carrying out the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Penn
Main Street
T. E. Baker
Back On The Job In Graham For Macadam Survey
Engineers resume street surveying in Graham to finalize grades for a uniform macadam road to the state line. County supervisor acts to set grades on this side of the line despite possible actions by Mercer and Bluefield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Tazewell County
Mercer County
Bluefield
Graham Street
State Line
Tazewell
Russell
Rainy Day Rounds Up Local Travel and Visits
Another sod soaking rain fell Monday evening. L. J. Barbee traveled to Clinch Valley on business. Mrs. George Briggs of Norton visits her parents in Graham. Mrs. J W Jacoby and son Harry of Whitehaven Pa visit Mr and Mrs C W Pierce, Jacoby aunt to Mrs Pierce. Miss Mattie Sue Stevens returns from Blacksburg with cousin Winnie Linkous. Rose Stevens heads to Johnson City to visit Mrs Robert Brown. Postmaster J H Gadd of Princeton reviews fixtures to modernize Princeton office. C H Witten visits coalfield for business. Reese Anderson visits from Gary to see his parents. Mary and Bessie Ritter leave for Roanoke and Lynchburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. J. Barbee
Clinch Valley
George Briggs
Norton
5. M. Graham
J. W. Jacoby
Harry
Whitehaven
C. W. Pierce
West Graham
Jacoby
Pierce
Mattie Sue Stevens
Winnie Linkous
Blacksburg
Miss Rose Stevens
Johnson City
Robert Brown
J. H. Gadd
Princeton
Graham
Cc. H. Witten
Reese Anderson
Dandruff Germ and Guinea Pig Then Newbro's Herpicide
Historical note describes Lasser and Bishop testing dandruff scales on a guinea pig leading to the idea of Newbro's Herpicide. It claims the product kills the dandruff germ, prevents hair loss, and stops scalp itching as the original remedy. Sold by The Kelly Jackson Drug Co with sample offers and barber shop availability. Also a $3.50 wash dress deal at The Fashion Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lasser
Bishop
Newbro
Gale
Kelly- Jackson Drug Co
Herpicide Co
Dept. R
Detroit
Mich
Tested and Proven Doans Kidney Pills Endorsed Again
Bluefield reader J C Barrow testifies Doans Kidney Pills relieved years of kidney trouble after exposure and heavy lifting. He first endorsed them in 1907 and now re endorses the remedy, noting back and kidney relief and continuing trust in Doans. Sold by local druggists for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
Dean
J. C. Barrow
Bluefield Avenue
W. Va
Kelly- Jackson Drug Co
Doan
Barrow
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Want Column Habit Promises Quick Desirable Returns
An advertisement extols the want column as a quick affordable channel for obtaining nearly anything. It claims modest cost and prompt results, urging readers to try it and noting extensive usage of the column.
Coal dealer promotes cheap fall deliveries at Roanoke street
Coal dealer C A Mitchell advertises office at No 10 Roanoke Street near the fire station corner of Noke and Mercer streets. Raven Red Ash and Poca Lump coal offered at 3 50 per ton cash on delivery. Fall orders of five tons and up feature reduced prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roanoke Street
Noke
Mércer Streets
C. A. Mitchell
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Persia
Ferrell Mercantilé
Princeton Avenue
West Va
Cincinnati Dental CO
Gingcinnati
DR. Compton
GRAND
G. M. McCulloch
Pres
Arra
C. A. Bradshaw
Sec’y & Treas
John M. Wirgman
Philadelphia, Pa
WM. McCarthy
East End Drug Company
The
American Tailors
Telegraph
Graham Daily News
Cousin
Lavenia
Riverside Inn
Widemouth
L. S. Perdue
Waycross
Ena Cruikshank
J. L. McKinney
Mulling Chapel
Mr. Sneed
Guy Wingo
Roanoke Business College
Miss Mullin
C. H. Hogan
Jay Gould
J. Gould
Mr. Gould
Gould
Lavenia Craft
J. M. Beavers
H. O. Spangler
Roanoke
Pocahontas
Cardus
Bec
Wm. Hilliard
Mountainburg
Ark
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Chattenooga
Randolph
Dolle
Walnut Street
Cincinnati
Cincin
Neg Ei
Stuart McGuire
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