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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1909
Page
3
Advertisement notes January sale on white goods at Weinbergs and mentions dividends and bank shareholders meeting. Includes thanks to customers for trade over the past year and references to W. Harry Aguor and J. McD. Adair in limited context.
An 1900s style ad copy touts Mother Gray Australian Leaf as a cure for female ailments and backache with a sample offer and price. It also promotes Allen’s Foot Ease powder to relieve tight shoes with a 25 cent price and broad distribution notes.
The clerk’s office lists marriages this week for Charles Lewher Grose and Nora Gaylor. Edward Lee Campbell and Wille Alice Watts. George William Sith and Nejile Frances Forbes. Janee Luther Birole and Fella Carl Copper. Owen Washington Deacon and Margaret Moffett Moorr.
Attractive women and those with poor health are urged to take Electric Bitters to cleanse the stomach liver and kidneys, purify the blood and improve complexion and nerves. The ad claims strong eyes bright breath and velvet skin, noting many owe their health and beauty to the remedy at B H Gorrell's.
Washington and Lee University sold the old Franklin Hall property on Franklin Street to James M. Withrow and Mason C. Deaver for 5000 dollars. The Lackey lands at Bolivar Mills advertised in The Gazette brought about 5900 dollars, with 226 acres sold in parcels to James R Tarcy Lacy Swink John O Tardy and Ira E Dixon.
Mr. Jordans Moncey Talked Expended 5.35 for L and M Paint to fix up his house. Painters noted 3 gallons of oil mixed with 4 gallons of L and M produced a bright lasting finish. The product claims no repainting for 12 to 15 years due to Zinc Oxide White Lead coverage. Sold by McCrum Drug Co Lexington H L Glikesop Bucova Vista.
Reports describe heavy suffering across multiple regions as snow covers the ground and a strong wind persists. Thermometer readings indicate a wide range from ten to two, highlighting severe conditions.
Bert R. Lean of Cheng Wasn tells how a desperate lung trouble nearly killed him. He paid for a Spokane doctor visit but found no help. After trying California and finally Dr Kings New Discovery he was cured. The medicine is sold 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free. Guaranteed by B. H. Gorrell.
Last Friday night a blaze engulfed a new barn owned by Mr. J. Harry Glasgow in South River. The fire destroyed 30 tons of hay and 3,000 pounds of tobacco, with rumors pointing to a tramp setting the fire. Glasgow carried small insurance on the structure.
The Baptist Sunday school in Natural Bridge held its Christmas tree and entertainment yesterday with a large crowd. The event was pleasant, children were made happy, and adults enjoyed the program.
Neehus Iowa night policeman J N Patterson testifies about a severe winter chest cold. He tried many medicines and two sham doctors before using Foley’s Honey and Tar, which he credits with curing most of his cough and judging it the greatest remedy.
A hog weighing 617 pounds, raised by Mr. Houston Crush of Craig's Creek, was killed and considered the blue ribbon winner. The hog was sold to E L Lemon near Fin Castle for 50 dollars. The Fincastle Herald notes local farming pride and livestock values.
Local notes report Mr. Hanger Smith visiting friends in Staunton and Mrs. C R Simpson also in Staunton. Many others visit relatives in Staunton Philadelphia Washington Newport News Lexington and Richmond as holiday guests.
Miss Elizabeth Harsen Turnbull of Lexington Virginia married Mr. David Meade Bernard of Lexington Missouri on December 29 1900 at the bride’s home on Jackson Avenue. The affair featured holly emilax and running cedar with a canopy altar and a quartet choir. The couple will reside in Lexington Missouri after January 10 and were greeted by guests from Petersburg Baltimore Bristol Durham and Lexington.
Mr J M c D Adair supervisor for the Tenth Virginia District received a circular from United States Census Director Durand announcing a test date of Saturday February 5 for applicants seeking census enumerator positions. The exam will be in Lexington with assistants to oversee other counties in the district. Durand notes that any person of sound judgment with ordinary schooling can pass by completing a population and resources schedule. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, district residents, 18 to 70 years old, trustworthy with good habits, and able to write clearly and rapidly.
A quiet marriage occurred Monday afternoon December 27 at the Presbyterian Range in Lexington. Roy Alexander Gibson of Hot Springs Arkansas wed Emma Louis Morter, youngest daughter of the late John L. Morter of Rockbridge Bath, with Rev. Dr. Alfred T. Graham officiating. Gibson is a son of Samuel P. Gibson of Buena Vista and has lived in Kansas for years. Emma Morter is noted as popular in Rockbridge Bath area. Henry Pennington was lynched in Buchanan County Virginia on Christmas Eve for the murder of Samuel Baker. the fires likely burning in Virginia for four years.
Sunday schools in Lexington hosted holiday programs with songs recitations and gifts. R E Lee Memorial Episcopal church gifted a decorated tree. Baptist Sunday school donors supported the Salem orphanage. Beechenbrook distributed candy and treats. Presbyterian and Woodside schools held programs with Santa Claus and gifts while raising funds for the Presbyterian Orphanage in Lynesburg.
A four inch snow greeted early risers in Lexington as streets stayed calm and few disturbances occurred. People gathered by firesides for family reunions while Washburn University students left town for holidays and Virginia Military Institute cadets observed a quiet Cririlinus Day.
Miss Hallie McCluny Stratton wed Lewis Edward Bowern at her Buena Vista home on December 28 1909 in a Methodist ceremony led by Rev Dr W H L Barper. Florence Raudenbush married Charles L Burke Sunday night December 26 at Sherwood with Rev J H Couch officiating at the Baptist church.
Following the custom of his late father Hon. John Radulph Tucker, H. St. Gorge Tucker entertained friends at Col Alto on Christmas Eve to honor his father’s birthday. A social hour featured music and witty verses with abundant festive refreshments.
Henry Taylor of East Lexington pardoned by Governor Swanson for a 1890 July conviction. The petition for signatures prompted the release, effective during good behavior. if violated the pardon becomes null and void.
The article reports the wedding of Mr E G Huffman and Miss Nellie Johnston in Greensboro N C after a trip from Lexington to Lynchburg and a Southern train ride. The ceremony followed by a Christmas day reception at the Huffman home drew about 40 guests amid a snow storm and home celebration details.
Washington dispatch reports Colonel W W Sale of Norfolk could be named Adjutant General of Virginia upon Ardereon’s retirement. Governor-elect Munn’s Washington allies expect Sale to be offered the post, with other candidates including Craighill and Granville Gainer gaining mention.
An appoin d dispatch from Appomattox reports a Staunton two day midwinter teachers conference set for February 11 and 12. Delegates from the Tenth Congressional district will attend with noted educators and officials from Richmond Carterville Stourton and other towns invited to address practical teaching methods. Also noted is Mike Maggie Humphries from Vesuvius visiting Lexington sister Nettie Thompson.
General Edward W. Nichole, superintendent of Virginia Military Institute, urged the Senate Finance Committee in Richmond to authorize an annual 210000 appropriation for improvements. Proposals include enlarging the parade ground by removing several buildings, upgrading driveways, and coordinating with Washington and Lee University to create better views and facilities for cadet evolutions.
The Buena Vista vote passed the local option election by a 71 to 258 tally with a 45 vote majority in favor in a quiet process. Temperance groups express gratification while surrounding towns show mixed reactions. Governor-elect Menn offers Adjutant General post to Col. W. W. Sule of Norfolk.
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