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Newspaper

Lexington Gazette

Location

Lexington, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1908

Page

4

Kidneys Filter Blood and Guard Against Uric Acid

The article explains kidneys purify blood by removing waste and impurities. When kidney function declines, pain and rheumatism can arise from excess uric acid in the bloodstream due to neglect.

Notice to Tax Payers on County Levies Collection Routes

The Rockbridge County Treasurer will visit multiple stores from Oct 20 to Oct 24 to collect state and county levies. Offices stay open 9 am to 9 pm from Nov 5 to 30 1908 with a 5 percent penalty after Dec 1 for late payments.

A. W. Morrison Collierstown J. W. Morrison & Co Oak Dale H.L. Morrison & Co Marmion Huffman Alphin Anderson Bros Rockbridge Baths Harper & Co’s Kerr's Creek Thompson & Hart's Denmark J. T. Montgomery Raphine Bosworth & Patterson’s Brownsburg A. K. Whitmore Walker's Creek McClinne & Snider Goshen CB. &S. D. Mangus Vesuvius E. R. Fuppo Pairfield Josiah Wilmer Cornwall J.P. Leekey Oak Bank Joan W. Burger & Co Natural Bridge Baldwin, Echols & Ou’s Glasgow Teasurer Nawe Rh. Moore Rockbridge County

Order of reference issued in Chancery Met. 21-09

The record notes Thursday November 12 1908 as the time and Lexington Wyoming as the place for executing the order of reference. Frank Moore Commissioner Paul M Penick signs in chancellery matter Met. 21-09.

Paul M. Peujok Lexington Frank Moore Paul M. Penick

Guardian seeks transfer of ward’s funds from Virginia to DC

Howard U. Fisher guardian of H. Cochran Fisher announces a petition before the Rockbridge County Virginia Circuit Court on November 4 1908 seeking an order directing him to move all monies and investments belonging to the ward from Virginia to the District of Columbia where the guardian and infant reside.

Supreme Court of District of Columbia H. Cochran Fisher Circuit Court Rockbridge County Virginia Said Cochran Fisher Rockbridge Howard U. Fisher Moore & Moore, Attys

David’s Army Wins but Absalom Falls in Battle

A Sunday school lesson portraits David’s forces under Joab defeating Absalom’s men as Absalom dies in the clash. It explores divine providence in Abithophel’s foolish advice, faith in the Lord’s protection, and the cost of pride, urging obedience and faithful witness.

Aspciation David Absalom Abbithophel God Hushai Rom Abraham Jas. iv Ahithophel Mabanaim Shobl Machir Barziliai Jacob Joab Abishai Ittai Samaria Israel Isael Abimaaz Zadok

A Woman's Appearance and the Value of Dress

Margaret Ordway argues that a woman's appearance is her foremost asset and urges practical grooming. She lists essentials from hair and hands to shoes and hats, condemns slovenliness and overemphasis on frivolous dress, and advocates balanced, tasteful attire as part of female progress.

Margaret Ordway

Brown and Yellow Rooms in Interior Decoration

Interior trends shift from glaring tones to soft browns and muted yellows. A sample room features golden brown walls with dark brown paneling, chocolate brown velvet draperies, yellow furniture, Santo Domingo mahogany, and a yellow buff rug with brown prints harmonizing with the walls.

Santo Domingo R. DB LA Baume

Exquisite Harmony and Morbid Humor in Wartime Parlor

A wartime note contrasts practical coping with morbid self analysis and recalls Piper Jamie Maclauchlan as a lively session among fifteen pipers. The vivid image frames a humorous reflection on music and mood amid hardship.

Jamie Maclauchlan

Magnum Bonum potato yields and tests at New York station

Dr W H Jordan notes Magnum Bonum trials at the New York station in 1895 and 1907 catalogue claims. The variety, imported from England, yielded 150 160 bushels per acre versus 300 400 for other varieties, with English lines lagging behind American types in performance. Home Garden Hints covers strawberry growth, rhubarb fertilization, currant propagation, and pear harvest timing.

American Institute New York W. H. Jordan New

Spectacles Seller Recounts Humiliating Beachside Pitch

A Las Angeles Times fragment recounts a millionaire loathing his failed spectacle selling days. He recalls pitching to couples and flirtations on the seashore boardwalk while facing scornful reactions and mocking bystanders.

Misa Billy ePhat Gobsa Golde Brite Los Angeles Times

A Curious Army Toast At Welsh Fusileers Dinner

The Welsh fusileers keep an odd St David’s day ritual at their grand dinner. The drum major with the goat mascot leads a leeks plate around, guests eat while standing on chairs, pipes parade, and all toasts honor St David. A witty aside notes a woman’s age can be learned from a sister-in-law.

St. David's Day St. David

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