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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1908
Page
2
The note from Lzxingtown Virginia dated September 9 1908 announces subscription rates in advance for local readers. It outlines pricing steps and payment methods with emphasis on early payment benefits.
Traveler recounts arriving in Cairo by rail from Alexandria and viewing the Sphinx and pyramids at Ghizeh. He details the Sphinx’s features, temple ruins, Khufu Cheops’s Great Pyramid with its original height and materials, and notes on Chephren and Mykerinos pyramids, plus nearby sites Abusir and Abu Roush.
An East Wheeling political clash between Senators Scott and Smith tests WV Republican unity. National figures including Taft and Judge Nathan Goff figure in the fallout as the GOP eyes a candidate shift while health concerns surface and Democrat Louis Bennett presses ahead.
Mr. Bryan argues for federal and state safeguards on bank deposits in Topeka Kansas. He contends depositors lack protection while governments and banks hold preferred claims and calls for legislation to ensure deposits are available when needed. He frames the issue as a broad benefit to farmers workers business professionals and bankers alike.
Kerr's Creek reader questions extra bridge proposed by the Board of Supervisors criticizing a new 200 foot bridge at Alone Mills. He argues trains and heavy loads stress bridges and urges repairs over further construction to ease tax burdens on farmers and travelers. J O Gikevirn signs.
Dissolve one package of Jell O in one pint of boiling water. When partly congealed beat until light add one cup whipped cream and six crushed macaroon cookies. Whip thoroughly and pour into a bowl to set. Serve with whipped cream or pudding sauce. Jell O costs 25 cents per package and is sold at pool hall or grocer.
The grand jury, J. M. Johnston foreman, returned indictments including Tou Tow for larceny and Moor Connor for deserting his wife and failing to support her. The panel adjourned to meet again on Tuesday the 15th.
An old advertisement claims Polay's Kidney Remedy prevents Bright's disease and diabetes by strengthening kidneys and bladder. A Lynchburg court record notes a statement against Patrick Henry's estate for materials supplied by Adohe M. Jordan in Burtieh currency. the writing is described as bold and well preserved.
A collage of testimonials and promotions for salves, pills, paints, and tonics. Each item touts cures for burns, constipation, coughs, and skin ailments with names like Busklen Arnica Salve Foley's Honey and Tar and L. M. Paints. Included are endorsements from J W Jenkins, Pam, A Kelton, Gorrell and Mrs Nancy Hanson, with druggists cited as sellers.
Land sale by Mra P H Alphin estate with dwelling in good condition and outbuildings. Possession first day of sale and full possession December 1, 2008. Terms: one third cash, balance in three equal installments with interest notes. Attorney in fact WT Satelds handles details for the Alphin estate and heirs.
The advertisement promotes Lipton's Jelly Valders prep week and Jelly Tablets, claiming a world wide reputation. It offers Lipton's Jelly at 40 cents for half a pound plus a one week free Jelly Valders package and 10 cents per package with fruit and wine flavors including Lemon Orange Strawberry Champagne Port and Sherry.
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