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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
2
Local notice lists publication schedule for the Che Gazette in Lettreton Virginia with pricing for subscriptions in advance and advertising rates. It notes a 1908 date and contact details including office telephone and long distance connections.
The Christmas season inspires faithful reflections on peace on earth and good will toward men. It recalls the Christ child and the manger, urging believers to live nobly through deeds of kindness, sacrifice, and sympathy this holiday period.
The December 1908 issue marks the launch of the Virginia Magazine in Lynchburg. Editorial leaders Messie Eagar Sydenstrieke William Jett Vauck Edwin A Herndon and Ammon L Burger guide a publication aimed at current events in education industry politics and social issues within the state. It pledges fearless independent coverage and educational reading rooted in Virginia affairs.
A Sunday fire in Greenville destroyed the M. E. Church South and the home of Mrs. Phoebe Gentry, with another residence damaged. About 200 volunteers gathered quickly, aided by a village-wide alarm and the telephone. The church, insured, valued around 2000 to 8000, sustained total loss. Mrs. Gentry had no insurance. Rev. Robert L. Butler led the church.
The piece urges homeowners to leave small feeds for birds during deep snow and cold. Acknowledges birds’ need for sustenance and suggests gentle housekeeping and thoughtful actions to support avian life in harsh conditions.
Virginia press reports the Anti-Saloon League favors a state wide prohibition law with local option and penalties to prevent evasion. The chair of the league’s legislative committee states policy may shift if needed and that education campaigns will continue.
A lecture from Lexington argues libraries fuel progress by exposing pupils to great literature and virtuous ideas. It urges school boards to support libraries, raise funds through events, and involve families, warning against unsuitable books and stressing careful selection and teacher guidance.
Farmer on Rural Route 2 Empire Ga says Buck Lee’s Arica Salve cured two severe sores on his hand and leg, worth more than its weight in gold. It costs 25 cents at B H Gorrall’s drug store. Governor Swanson backs May 14 as a state holiday with celebrations in Richmond.
An executive committee of the Greater Highways Association of Virginia plans a February 10 11 convention in Richmond to discuss funding for public highways. L and M paints advertises long wear low cost per gallon with many endorsements while Virginia horticultural society organises its thirteenth annual convention in Lynchburg on January 6 8.
An 1908 notice warns of counterfeit money and dubious nostrums tied to Foley’s Honey and Dr Pabrney's Teething Syrup. It announces a 24 percent dividend to Bank of Lexington depositors with checks to be delivered by Robert Catlett and R R Witt, dated December 21, 1908.
Adaire offers a festive assortment for Christmas including Pevits for Cakes Nuts Florida Oranges and Candies. The ad promotes Bele Mead Sweets praised as finest and encourages trial to gain trade with prices from 1.00 to 4.00 and implied savings.
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