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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1903
Page
2
The Che Gazette of Lexinetox Virginia dated December 2 1903 announces weekly Wednesday publication, outlines subscription rates in advance including one year at 21.00 three months 0.25 six months 0.50 and single copies 0.08 Advertising rates available on application. Obituary and tribute notices incur per line charges.
Former President Grover Cleveland declares in a Brooklyn Eagle letter that he will not allow his name to be put forward again for the presidency. The piece notes his unique place in party history, his past stands on tariff reform, and the current talk between Parker and Gorman as possible Democratic nominees with Bryan and Cleveland effectively out of the race.
The Fourth Assistant Postminster-General Bristow’s report alleges press organized corruption across the Post Office Department since 1803, with an estimated near $400,000 loss. Republican Senators oppose congressional probes ahead of the presidential election. Justice Packham sides with Virginia on a bank tax challenge. Colombian envoy Reyes offers canal concessions free of cost, warning of quick return if Panama misses the prize.
Representative H D Flood introduces a bill to donate 300000 acres of public lands to Virginia for the Virginia Military Institute. Lands would fund repairs, library, and scientific apparatus. proceeds support endowment. Virginia to appoint land agents, with titling to Virginia and sale proceeds used for institute purposes only. Federal expenses limited to regulation and administration.
The Augusta Sirenit Court records a charter for the Manganese Corporation of Virginia with principal office near Vesuvius in Rockbridge county on Augusta side. Capital ranges from 10000 to 300000 dollars. Officers listed include RD Carey president Geo Wilcox director and W Fillmore secretary. Objects include manufacturing timber machinery and implements constructing purchasing real estate acquiring minerals and lending.
Washington reports indicate Lerobing Record honors George Tucker as a likely Democratic candidate for governor. Tucker, a magnetic Virginia public figure, would be a strong contender if he enters the race. The gold standard stance has shifted Virginia sentiment, increasing gold supporters.
Thanksgiving clash at Buena Vista drew cadets and Lexington students. The Jabberwocks edged the Black Cate 16 to 4 in a fast paced basket game, with costumes adding chromatic flair to the contest.
The Rev R Wicks and Prof Hicks promote their publications Word and Works and Hicks Almanac, available for one dollar yearly, with praise for their usefulness in studying weather and skies. Also advertised Dr Thomas Electric Oil promises instant relief from burns cuts sprains and accidents.
Buena Vista reports a death in Pla vana county Virginia, fire damage to Mr Stillwell's Factory street store, and insurance. Visitors include Mrs John Gott of Hinton and Mrs Burdick of Westfield. Dr Emmet McCorkle and Rev Thompson noted. Thanksgiving events raise funds for church. Riverside notes winter weather, local sermons, and a fire at Mr Blackwell's residence near Timber Ridge depot. Ely Cream Balm advertised for nasal catarrh.
A wartime style broadside denounces U S recognition of Panama's government as a betrayal of Colombia and warns of imperial overreach. The piece cites Roosevelt, Panama’s independence, and canal motives, arguing haste harms nations and treasury. It also touches on local notes including weather, farming, and community events.
Citizen George F Revelay, a Post Office clerk, testifies five years of kidney and back pain eased after using three boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills. He recalls trying many remedies before relief came, and urges others to buy from Foster Millburn Co Buffalo sole agency. Remember the name Doan's.
Public auction of delinquent 1904 Lexington Va taxes announced for Monday December 7 1903 from 10am to 4pm in front of the Court House. Properties include Alfred Adams Moore street Sam Edmondson heirs Colert In pess Nelson street Fannie Jones Freedmans Hill Jordan Powers Randolph Davidson streets with daily sale continuation until complete. Campbell Treasurer Commissioner’s Notice.
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