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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
3
E H Banday declares his bid for the Democratic nomination in the Tenth Congressional District and requests district and precinct support at upcoming meetings. The notice references Virginia and the Negro an analysis by a Northern visitor to Bristol columns.
The piece argues that a solar eclipse proves divine governance of the universe. It claims science cannot reach the First Cause and asserts creation and intelligent guidance come from a greater hand, identified as God. It critiques atheists and infidels for denying a Supreme Being.
The piece laments dog nuisance in Lexington and calls for enforcement actions such as a shotgun quarantine. It notes contradictory reporting on the Philippine war, criticizes Congress adjournment by Republicans, and references Cuban and Puerto Rican wartime finances. It ends mid-sentence about a newlywed Ohio bride.
The text notes a failed prank on an 86 year old lover and mentions a long romance. It also references American skin game workers at the Paris Exposition signaling a European gold bricks glut and Cuban suspicions about U S intentions toward Cuba. Brigadier General Otis is promoted to Major General amid claims the Philippine war ended a year ago.
The Outlook Recreation Number highlights European and American conventions including the Paris Exposition and Oberammergau. Scribner’s Magazine June issue opens with How a President is Elected by A Mamica Low, a Washington correspondent, offering behind the scenes of the presidential campaign with illustrations.
Governor Tyler of Virginia says the General Assembly will not be called in an extra session until after the presidential election. He favors settling one issue before the other and suggests mid November 1900 or January 1901 as a possible convening time to avoid holiday interruptions.
A Virginia author argues for a constitutional test to restrict black voting, citing Southern states where legal barriers and intimidation suppress African American political participation. He condemns ignorant white voters and praises educated Black citizens, urging intelligent, qualified suffrage across the nation.
Edward J. Doyle of Lynchburg, a UVA student, is bound over to the grand jury on a charge of attempted assault against Maggie Coomes, 16 year old daughter of Policeman Coomes. Bail set at 10000 with father M E Doyle as security, true bill returned, trial set for the 15th.
Dispatches from Vigan report the killing of a Filipino officer believed tied to Agui naldo, while a bench warrant is issued for Taylor the Republican claimant in Kentucky for complicity in the Goebel murder. A United Confederate Veterans reunion is set for Memphis Tennessee and a revolution in Cuba hints at Gomez’s presidential bid.
A suffering man recounts five weeks on cold water and poor digestion. The adclaims Dyapeplics fail to nourish and urges Shaker Digestive Cordial as a cure, selling at 10 cents to 1 dollar. It promises relief from indigestion, dizziness, fatigue, and related stomach, kidney, and liver troubles. Rocky Mountain Tea also advertised.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica for injuries and skin problems. It claims rapid pain relief and healing for fractures burns cuts and sores, marketing as the best worldwide. Sold for 25 cents a box by McCrum Drug Co.
The piece argues that advertising is essential for all merchants from small stores to large establishments. It contends that business favors those who advertise and that every merchant should advertise to maintain prestige and grow sales.
I awoke with severe stomach pains and felt weak at work. Miller & MecCurdy's drug store recommended Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy which fixed me with one dose. It is the finest stomach trouble remedy I have used and I will keep it at home. G. H. Wilson, liveryman, Burgettstown Pa. For sale by B. H. Gorrell, Druggist.
A wealthy woman cured of head noises by Dr Nichol son donated 10.00 to the Nicholson Institute at 1241 Eight Avenue New York so that deaf people without access to Far Drams may receive them free.
John Oliver of Philadelphia describes a severe illness with yellow skin and weakness. After three doctors gave up, Electric Bitters improved him in weeks, saving his life. a 50 cent bottle offered at McCram Drug Co. promising a guarantee.
Claims Ely's Cream Balm cleanses, soothes, and heals diseased membranes in Nass catarrh stages. It does not dry or irritate and does not cause sneezing. Priced at 60 cents in drug stores or mailed by Ely Brothers from New York. Applied to the nostril, it spreads and gives immediate relief.
A dwelling of six rooms in good condition adjoining the resident on Main Street. For terms apply to E. H. Barclay in Lexington, Virginia. May 2.
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