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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1907
Page
3
Bank of Rockbridge offers money to the bank while W L Wallace conducts a public sale of personal property. The Roanoke and Western Railway announces excursion rates to the State Farmers Institute at Roanoke.
Advertises L and M Paint as durable for 10 to 16 years and compares its speed to canal work and labor costs. Claims zinc hardening and iron-like wear, with low gallon requirements and a free repaint offer for defects. Sold by McCrumw Ding Co and H L Gilkerson in several towns.
The weekly Lexington post lists remaining letters: Conish Ernest Dale Mise Lillie M. Donald C. P. Dixeo Charlie Fox Clara L. Hanis Katherine H. Lyne Mary M. Mese Nellie eae Loulee Williams Bert Vauz Mrs Nellie. Notify if advertised. P. M. WeCLone Parrom.
Mrs Eva Uncapher of Grovertown Indiana credits Dr Kings New Discovery with curing a severe cough after four bottles at one dollar each. The testimonial notes the product heals coughs colds and lung troubles and is guaranteed by B H Gorrell Druggist with options of 50 cents one dollar or a triak bottle free.
A booklet announces Lexington High School opening September 17 at Ann Smith Academy. The High School offers strong advantages and graduates readily enter Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute. Attendance limited to 75 pupils. Principal Harrington Waddell leads with assistants Hattie Graves Anspach and Jesela Young.
Lucama North Carolina manufacturer Win A Fortsell recounts a remarkable cure claim after using Electric Bitters for Brights disease in the diabetes stage. He says the remedy stopped long standing liver and bladder issues and believes a permanent cure is near. Sold by B H Gorrell at ten cents.
Monday brought many horses to town for sale but no foreign buyers kept the market dull. Good stock held high with prices from 150 to 200 dollars and higher. A few traders attended and some horses changed hands.
Charles Walters of Alleghany Sierra County writes of twenty years in California hunting for trouble and praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for rapid cures of burns sores wounds and other injuries. Sold at KH H Gorrell's drug store with a guarantee.
Mr. Montgomery son of Robert Montgomery of near Denmark died Friday August 2 1907 aged about 36 after long illness. Funeral held Saturday at Kerrs Creek Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev D A Pennick with burial at New Monmouth Church.
John Pleasant of Magnolia Indiana recalls starting Dr Ring’s New Life Pills sixty years ago and finds they improve with continued use. The ad claims universal appeal and guarantees availability at B J Gorrill’s drugstore for 250.
My Jamesa M Withrow purchases the old Rhodes residence on Randolph Street Lexington from William A Rhodes for 1575 dollars. He also buys the Chapin lot on Randolph Street opposite H Thompson for 325 dollars.
A letter from RK. A. Gray of Oakville Indiana narrates a decade long kidney disease leaving him bedridden. After exhausting medical care Foley's Kidney Care was recommended and aided him. Sold by B. H. Gorrell, druggist.
Advert reads that victims of hay fever will find great benefit from Foley's Honey and Tar which stops difficult breathing and heals inflamed air passages. The genuine product comes in a yellow package and is sold by B H Gorrell, druggist.
Warning urges use of Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder troubles. Claims it positively cures all forms of kidney and bladder diseases and blames readers who ignore it.
M T Lynch editor of the Phillipsburg Daily Post praises Foley's Honey Tar for coughs and colds. The testimonial notes the medicine’s strong effectiveness and urges readers to try it, with dealer B H Gorghagist offering it for sale.
A roundup of residents and guests includes Postmaster EK Uonner in Baltimore on business. F H Campbell and wife from Lewisburg visiting Mrs A D Campbell. Charlie Simpson of Staunton guest of Mr and Mrs George Bare. Rev Harry W Pratt and wife from Washington DC visiting Mrs M W Pratt. E D Moore visiting family in Lexington. Hattye Alphin of Goshen visiting cousins Sadtye and Maude Goodbar. Attorney General William A Anderson from Richmond with family. Prof Brown Ayres and Mrs Ayres of the University of Tennessee guests of Mr and Mrs James S Smith. Mrs Lou Northern and daughter Mary from Richmond visiting. Miss Elizabeth Allan returns from Montreal editorial staff meeting. Mathew W Lady takes clerk job in Lexington post office. Mrs James Coe of Yakima visiting Mrs A L Koones. Harry M Loyall on vacation with mother near Wilgon's Springs. J H Jennings of Greenwood visiting Lexington. Bessie Wallace Landes hosts Kate Spencer of Lexington. Mrs Robert A Marr narrowly escapes drowning at Virginia Beach. W Stuart and daughter Hope Stuart return from Europe trip. church meeting calls Ray Alfred Tucker Graham to Lexington Presbyterian Church. Dr Graham potential new pastor discussed. death of Alexander Nelson Myers noted. many Lexington stores close for funeral. Myers family obituary details and funeral proceedings. Lexington Gazette notes and local omens.
Misa Cora Lee Brown daughter of William A. Brown of near Lexington married Stuart Mackey Anderson of Glenick Wyoming on Monday morning August 5 1907 at 11 o'clock in Hotel Meyer Norfolk Virginia Rev Dr Joseph Rennie officiated The bride wore a blue traveling dress with hat and gloves Only close relatives attended The groom son of the late William Anderson of Rockbridge born and reared there He has lived in Wyoming for years The couple will move to Wyoming for their future home in a few weeks.
The third annual convention of the South River District Sunday School Association will meet at Spring Valley Lutheran church near Fairfield on Saturday August 31 1907. Sunday schools from the district are expected to attend with two sessions planned morning and afternoon. Speakers include Rev J M Bhreckbise Rev J Spencer Smith Rev Leon T Pressly Rev J L Henderson Rev J A Troetle Meesra A E Fultz S W Wilson J A Parker and T J Huffman.
Mr J P Tribbett of Riverside sent a note about thirteen tomatoes growing on a single branch with the same stem all perfectly formed and ripe. The tomatoes are said to have excellent flavor and fullness of size, inviting others to beat the record if possible.
Democratic primaries in Rockbridge County declare nominees for county and district offices where no opposition exists. S. R. Moore for treasurer and R. L. Morrison for sheriff are unopposed. Commonwealth's Attorney contenders are Capt. D. K. Moore and E. K. Pendleton. Numerous district offices show no opposition, with several incumbents listed and others facing no challengers.
The will of A Nelson Moore deceased is probated with Frank Moore named executor. The Virginia estate valued at 36000 includes other property in West Virginia. Appraisers appointed are Paul M Penick W P Irwin J McD Adair W P Houston and W C Stuart. The estates of John Robinson and Fannie Robinson were committed to Sheriff R L Morrison for administration.
Sunday schools of Walker's Creek district hold an all day meeting at McElwee chapel near Cedar Grove on Friday August 30 1907. Delegates and visitors are asked to bring provisions for a basket picnic during the intermission.
Overstocks offered at prime cost for cash. In stock items available from Anderton. No payment terms beyond cash.
The Gazette urges every Democrat to vote in the near primary and avoid complaint over results. Dr. Mebane and G R Tribbett travel to Dublin Va for barns and a farmer convention in Roanoke. Collierstown Singing Convention set for August 16 17 at the Presbyterian church with high expectations. Residents travel to All Healing Springs for health and James town Exposition attendance noted. Elders elected at Collierstown Presbyterian Church. Dr. O T Rogers and wife from Taft Indian Territory arrive and may sell property in Marion. Wheat crop lagging oats ripening slowly fruit crop shortened leading to widespread huckleberrying activity.
An advertisement roundup touts Dr. Shoop’s Restorative and Health Caffes Coffee Imitation to treat internal nerves and stomach issues. It promotes sample mailings, free books, and mentions Gorrell’s Drug Store in Racine Wisconsin plus various tonics, pills, and tonics for headaches digestion and blood purification.
The Natural Bridge District School Board announced appointments for most schools, naming principals and teachers in Glasgow Salem Mountain Branch Lindeay Grim upper Arnold’s Valley and others, with several positions left open including Glasgow School principal and teachers for Salem Mountain Branch Lindeay Grim and upper Arnold’s Valley. The report also lists staff at Buffalo Forge Gilmore’s Mill Broad Creek Rural Valley Fancy Hill and Sulphur Springs along with notes on visits and travel for staff and residents during Jamestown Expedition events.
Shenandoah Junction resident Carrie Murray and her sister Mita Elsie Murray from Greerville spent several days here in the company of Mrs M. W. Harger Dr A D Estill and Capt W F Pierson of Lexington. They enjoyed fishing with channel catfish rising in popularity alongside bass. Mrs Dayve Campbell of Colorado arrived in Virginia to visit sisters Betric Burks and Starke Braturi and brothers Albert and Joba H Stoner.
Mr Gabrielle Bengist Shistole a grandson of Hon J Randolph Tucker died at his home in Natolie Mississippi on Tuesday July 30 1907 after years of failing health He was educated at Washington and Lee University and was a prominent young lawyer of Natchez His interment was in Natchez and will be brought to Winchester Virginia for burial beside his mother Evelinn Tucker General Shippen moved into a new residence Preston Place on Jackson Avenue named for Col J T L Preston The Lexington School Board elected Miss Loia Gorrell as vocal music instructor at the graded schools A Presbyterian church ladies society held a reception for pastor A B Venable and wife with light refreshments
William C. Charston of Lexington Cemetery testifies to the effectiveness of Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney weakness. He describes relief from colored secretions and sediment, improved energy, and return to normal function after using the remedy bought at B. H. Gorrell's drug store. Sold for 60 cents by FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo NY. Remember the name Doan's.
An OCR fragment lists assorted foods at Lexington Produce Market including flour, corn meal, batter, chickens, bacon ham and shoulders with prices and partial item names. The text is garbled and incomplete, showing quantities and numbers interspersed with stray characters.
J H Whitmore declares candidacy for reelection as Lexington district supervisor subject to Democratic voters at the upcoming primary. He notes he has never held the office before but has been elected to other positions and yields to friends’ solicitation.
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