William R Kennedy eBusiness notices and Thanksgiving tribute
Obituary notes for Joseph Bryan of Richmond and long Thanksgiving reflection recount the nation’s blessings and history. Mentions era figures, railroads in the south, and Bryan’s leadership at the Times Dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Bryan
Richmond Timee-Dispatch
South
Lichmond
Mr. Bryan
Eagle Point
Gloucester County
John Randolph Bryan
John Randolph
Roanoke
Elizabeth ‘Tucker Coalter
John Coalter
Supreme Court of Appeale of
Virginia
University of Virginia
Col
John &. Mosby
Richmond Locomotive Works
American Company
Jefferson Hotel
Times-Dispatch
Catlett Denies Racing for Attorney General Post
Colonel Robert Catlett of Rockbridge says he is in the race for attorney general and has begun assembling support although a report of his retirement from the race is unfounded. He notes growing encouragement and asserts his campaign will start at the proper time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond News
Evho
Robert Catlett
Rockbridge Way
Catlett
Mti
V M I Alumni Plan Epitomised Cadet History Project
Virginia Military Institute aims to publish an Epitomised History of all cadets from 1889 onward. Joseph R. Anderson calls on living ex cadets and families to submit five hundred word records detailing names, births, cadet periods, marriages, war service, occupations, honors, and death. Proceeds would help fund an Alumni Hall at VMI. Also notes the death of Anna Lilian Deaver, ten, in New York, with local Lexington connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph R. Anderson
Goochland County
Virginia
V. M. I. Alumni Association
Virginia Military Institute
Josefh R
Anderson
Anna Lilian
William T. Deaver
New York City
Cedar Grove Cemetery
New York
Lilian
Lexington
Fannie Boley
Thomas H. Deaver
Irving Fisher
Yate
United States
Ocean
Henry B. Platt
Cliff St
Christman Woman's Home Companion Feature Highlights
The December issue showcases a full page color Madonna and Child by James Montgomery Flagg, two double pages of Christmas carols with Earnest Haskell decorations, and Edwin Markham's poem Before the Gospels Were. It includes works by Josephine Dasham Bacon and others, plus extensive practical gift and craft ideas for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Home Companion
James Montgomery Flagg
Earnest Haskell
Christmas Woman's Home Companion
Edwin Markham
Josephine Dasham Bacon
Anna Katharine Green
Mary Wilking Freeman
Florence Morse Kingsley
Juliet Wilbur Tomkins
Here Magazine of
Plan for Joint Lee Grant Monument at Bloody Angle
Richmond dispatch reports a Spottsylvania movement to erect a monument at Bloody Angle honoring both General Robert E. Lee and General U.S. Grant. Funds are being raised privately with veterans from both sides showing support and no opposition seen. Judge George L. Christian supports a joint memory of the opposing Civil War leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Spottsylvania County
Bloody Angle
Robert E. Lee
U.S. Grant
South
George L. Christian
Lee
Grant
Unfermented juice and railcar mischief in local notices
The piece discusses temperance views on Communion wine, endorsing unfermented juice to avoid temptation, then shifts to a Virginia train scene about a conductor and drinking on board, followed by a theatre notice for My Dixie Girl at Henry St Opera House and an ad segment for paint, drugs, and teething syrup with scattered product names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Henry St.Opera House
Opera House
Commission meeting on Washington and Lee statues in Richmond
Governor Swansen Senator Hal sey and Judge George L. Christian chaired the commission on Washington and Lee statues. The Washington statue was ready while General Lee’s statue was being cast and due about February 1. Placement date will be set for mid year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swansen
Halsey
George L. Christian
Washington and Lee
National Hall of Fame
Washington
Richmond
General Lee
Disposition of Staunton Dispatch Ownership Change
Mr C R Caldwell sells controlling interest in the Staunton Dispatch and News to Mesere Herbert Wyle and Stuart Olivier. Wyle will head the new ownership group while C Haislip remains editor. Olivier is currently with Munsey papers in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Caldwell
Staunton Dispatch and News
Mesere
Herbert Wyle
Stuart Olivier
Munsey
Philadelphia
Wyle
8. D. Haislip
Monument to Gen Fitzhugh Lee in Richmond
A plum stone shaft rises in Hollywood Cemetery Richmond erected by friends of Gen Fitzhugh Lee. The monument lists his offices including Major General C S A 1862 65 Governor of Virginia 1886 90 Consul General to Cuba 1896 98 and Major General Seventh Army Corps 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood Cemetery
Richmond
Fitzhugh Lee
Stanhope Bolling
George W. Stevena
General Lee
Lee
C. S.A
Cavalry
Army of Northern
Virginia
Cubs
Seventh Army Corps of the United States
United States
Deeds Recorded in Rockbridge County Week Ending November 24 2008
Record of bargain and sale deeds filed in Rockbridge County Clerk's Office for the week ending Nov 24 2008. Listings include J Houston Leech W F Harrah across 418 acres called Sandford tract Buffalo district for 4500 dollars and transfers to J P Cleveland and Patty Sorrell to Janes H Broughman with acres on North Buffalo for 150 dollars. Also G W Womeldorf to J M Dale land near Lexington adj Misses Davidson for 100 dollars. Leech heirs to Charles B Leech 1924 acres in the home place. Paul M Penlek commissioner to George R Smith four acres and 80 poles on Logan's Draft north side and 803 acres on Collier's Creek adj Cynthia A Sandford's heirs for 1125 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockbridge County
J. Houston Leech
W. F. Harrah
Sandford Tract
Buffalo
A. T. Shields
J. P. Cleveland
Glasgow
Patty Sorrell
Janes H. Broughman
North
G. W. Womeldorf
J. M. Dale
Lexington
Adj
Notable Political Voice Shapes Reform Even in Defeat
The piece lauds a leading American political figure as a forceful influencer whose principles influenced Roosevelt and Taft. Though defeated, the figure is praised for gubernatorial and national impact, described as the voice crying in the wilderness and shaping policy beyond his party. It notes enduring respect for his high principles despite rejection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Roosevelt
Taft
Cleveland (Ohio
Foley's Kidney Remedy Claim from B H Gorrell
An advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy cures kidney and bladder disorders for middle aged people. It promises to restore vitality and strength and urges starting use immediately citing B H Gorrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
B. H. Gorrell
Foley's Honey and Tar and Orino Laxative Advertisements
A collage of medical ad blurbs touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for coughs pneumonia and consumption with a yellow package claim and Foley's Orino Laxative as a permanent solution for constipation and liver trouble. Also promoted are Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil Burdock Blood Bitters Dr Fahrenys Teething Syrup and Get It Anywhere sample offers for various remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorrell
Foley
A. Gorreil
Ladies' footwear and clothing items featured in sale
The advertisement highlights bargains on women shoes, including Red Cross styles, and shirt waist boxes with prices around 4.50 to 6.00, indicating a department store sale with marked reductions on ladies apparel and accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
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Mr. Joseph Bryan
Col. Catlett
V. M. I. Cadeta
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the Woman's Home Companion
Christman
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C. W. Scott
Fitchburg
Mass
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Norfolk Virginia Pilot
Dixie Girl
Bold
McCrom Drug Co
H H. Gilkerson
Buenos ‘Vista
Dr. Fabrney
D Ton Avery
Gen. “Fitz” Lee
William J. Hryno
Dr. King
N. H. Brown
Pittsfield
Oures
Willie
Mama
Grandma
Dr. Thomas
Hayfever
Ly'e
Ely
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
Hutter
Lynchburg
Morgan & Wright
C. H. Chittum
W. Malo
Howse and Lot For Sale
Ecco
W. V. Wilkerson
Charleston, W. Va
Graham
Heba
Pat Colt
Tan
Russia
Fea
Graham and Company
Weinbergs
Santa Claus Headquarters
Japan
Toyland
China
R. S. Anderson
Warner, Polo & Company
Bruce
Reuben Vesta
Bureau
N. Main St
Lexington, Va
Beulah, Hutton
Wnte
Cam
Marl
Mr. Hutcheson
J. ED
Deaver
Main Street
Court House
Eer
Sele
Piaity Coache
Eacr
J. McD
Adair
James E. Heck
OPP
Baptist Church
King’s Windsor
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