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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
3
J W McClang accountant office and ads for Brothers 100 wheat fans for sale. William A Anderson residence for Dr H M Quisenberry professional card. Irwin & Company final clean up sale of summer goods. McD Adair another big sale August 14 and 15.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream for nasal catarrh with direct application to inflamed air passages and an atomizer option called squid Cream Balm. It claims no cocaine or mercury, lists prices 5 and 7 cents with spray tube, and directs readers to buy from all druggists or mail order Ely Bros, 66 Warren Street, New York.
Last Saturday James Perdue, a colored man with prior police court appearances, was arrested by Officer Lindsay for selling liquor. He fled from the Mayor's office by climbing a rear window, leaving behind a bottle of liquor, and disappeared before search could locate him.
Lester M. Nelson of Le Maine praises Dr Kings New Discovery in a letter claiming it saved his life and aided throat and lung complaints. The ad claims nearly forty years of leadership in throat and lung remedies, sold under guarantee at B H Gorrell’s drug store for 50e and 31 00 with a trial bottle free.
Unclaimed letters remaining in the Lexington post office for the week ending Aug 0 1908 include Jas H Bowen Richard B Carter and Patton McClnneé P M Persons calling for these letters should say they are advertised.
J Frank Conlan of 436 Houston Street New York extols Electric Bitters as a grand family medicine for dyspepsia and liver complaints. He says it benefits lame backs and weak kidneys, purifies the blood and renews vitality, with Sopfinder guarantee at B H Gorrell's Drug store for 500.
Mr Frank Reed sold his feed and exchange stable on Randolph Street Lexington to Messrs Benjamin Huger Charles W Charlton and Mrs Sallie Huger Jennings for 1800 dollars. Possession is given at once. New owners plan to run the stable with the Miller Transfer Company.
A. 8. Nusband of Batesville Indiana reports suffering through a three month summer cold that interfered with business. He refused fruitless prescriptions and found quick cure with Foley's Honey and Tar. His wife later used it with the same success. B. H. Gorrell, drug- notes follow-up endorsement.
A heavy Monday night downpour accompanied a severe thunderstorm causing telephone outages and a town power loss around 11 o'clock.
The notice describes L and M Paint covering defects, lasting 10 to 15 years with pure linseed oil binder and white lead. It claims mixing three quarts of linseed oil per gallon of paint and costs $120 per gallon from McCrum Drug Co Lex ington H L Gilkerson Buena Vista. It also notes the Frank Grgeby house on Washington Street removed to prepare opening the street from Henry to Washington Street.
Advertisment claims Foley's Honey and Tar delivers immediate relief to asthma sufferers and has cured many cases. It also promotes the remedy for coughs colds and throat and lung trouble while noting trips to Bridge and other resorts in the region.
An old advertisement touts Foley products by B. H. Gorrell druggist including Foley's Orivo Laxative for chronic constipation and Foley's Kidney Remedy for kidney and bladder trouble. It also promotes Dr Thomas Ecorestoll liniment and Deans Ointment for itching and piles.
Numerous Lexington figures travel to Atlantic City Boston and New York while others visit family in Greenville Roanoke and Lexington. Town Council discusses sidewalk bids school needs and concerns about local noise and telephone service. plans for new high school building and roadway deeds noted.
Information from Lexington reports a pair of safe-crackings Monday night at Spottswood and Midway, with nitro glycerine used. A Midway Milling Co office safe was blown open, $20 in checks and $80 in currency taken, then Spencer and McClure at Spottswood lost about $50 in currency and papers. At least three robbers fled. depot agent Mr. McClure tried to pursue them. Police suspect a coordinated group with a possible local informant or regional leader.
Four hundred maple pew recitation chairs with writing arms ordered by Mesara Koonen and Harrison will be installed in the Chemistry Economics Latin History and Mathematics rooms. Some chairs to be placed in the main building and part in Newcomb Hall.
The Virginia State Christian Endeavor Union plans its annual convention in the Buena Vista Presbyte rian church on September 9 10 and 11 with an instructive programme. Distinguished speaker Secretary Shaw of the United Society of Boston will attend. Rudolph Lawhorn jailed for assault on a young married woman near Midvale faces a preliminary hearing on August 31. Justice Paxton of South River attended but the hearing was postponed.
A Republican rally is planned in Hot Springs Virginia on Friday August 21 to hear Judge Taft the presidential nominee. Virginia excursions will run from Rockbridge area with round trip fares from Lexington 175 Buena Vista 175 Balcony Falls 150. The Lexington train departs 6 am arrives Hot Springs 12 noon and returns 6 pm. The event is billed as a major campaign demonstration likely to draw Democrats as well.
Rockbridge County Musical Association announces a two day convention at Elliott's Hill Methodist church five miles south of Lexington on Thursday and Friday August 20 and 21. Attendees from prior years will return and first timers will be treated to a special program.
The Richmond Journal reports chatter that the Democratic machine may withdraw backing from Judge William Hodges Mann of Nottoway and back Harry St. George Tucker for Virginia governor next year. Observers note Mann’s Senate record and probe his legislative support, while predicting a heated post election campaign with headquarters in Richmond by all three candidates Stuart Tucker and Mann.
A civil service examination for clerk and carrier posts will be held in Lexington on Friday August 28 1908 starting at 9 am. Applicants should contact Postmaster Patton or the Board secretary in Lexington Virginia for details on qualifications duties salaries and vacations.
The Bryan and Kern Democratic Club at Goshen gathers Republicans and Democrats to spread educational and entertaining literature. National Democratic Committee bureaus will supply material, led by Colonel Henry Watterson. Officers include Meters A B Harman president and S M Davis secretary treasurer. Notables invited include Governor Swanson and Senators Daniel and Martin. A silk flag souvenir is planned with a ladies committee handling arrangements.
Mrs. E Lee died suddenly at 78 from heart trouble after a day of health. She was born Miss Day of Staunton and oldest of ten sisters. survived by husband two gone and four daughters. Funeral Monday from her home, burial Green Hill cemetery. Mrs J Huffman died after long illness at Seminary Hill. survived by husband six children and three stepchildren. Funeral Sunday, burial Green Hill cemetery. Sneak thieves stole forty five dollars from D B Parsons store. police on case. Buena Vista summer visitors abound. Marlbrook hosts dances and guests from Rocky Mount Richmond and beyond. Various locals and visitors listed with brief notes. Rev Willie Wayte preached to large congregation. Miss Mabel Hurt visiting. Mr EK Embree in Bristol. F H Steele guest of Mrs Shirey in Jacksonville. Hon H St George Tucker and Mrs Paxton noted. H R M
At a South River school board meeting in Fairfield on Aug 8 1908 officials appointed teachers for the 1908 09 session. Fairfield High opens Sept 14 with Hollehon as principal and Rhodes as assistant principal. Other schools begin Oct 5 for a six month term with contracts to follow.
Captains Ragland and Pongue lead sessions with Captains LaPrade and Campbell assisting at the Virginia Military Institute. About twenty cadets attend the program aimed at helping those who did not pass certain subjects.
At a Saturday meeting of Central district school trustees chaired by W. R. Humpfrie, the following teachers were reelected for the next session: Levesia Misa Tolley principal. Miss Kate Wills assistant at Mesere. West Lexington Mica Irene Morrison. Borden's Run Misa Kate Hamilton. Moore's Misa Bettie Brooks. Ruffner's Misa Ella Moore. Colored Liverpool Misa Kissie Pryor.
Mr James J Lucas of Fairfield and Mrs Dora M Shaw wed Sunday morning at the bride’s home six miles northeast of Lexington on the Brownsburg road. Rev J M Schreckhise of Spring Valley Lutheran church officiated. A government inspector is expected in Lexington soon to select the site for the post office building. vacation days likely delayed him.
J D Connorhers of First Baptist Church defends his ministry in Lexington against rumors of race bias. He cites 14 years in the ministry and praise for white leaders, insisting he preaches harmony and industry for both races. Tom Moore of Rural Route 1, Gohrau Ga. praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for healing a sore on his foot.
Ganette correspondence notes Mr. John Flaherty and family have left for Blockton Town to establish a home. Also reported, the Elliott's Hill Ladies Aid met last Thursday at Mrs. Kate Wilmore's home. William Bell shows improvement with sisters Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Gold nearby.
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