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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
3
The Che Gazette lists next week promotions by Graham Co offering school shoes for boys and girls and McD Adsir large stock at right prices. The Reily Taylor Co advertises Louzianne coffee as a fine quality blend. Lexington Millinery Parlor announces a fall opening of pattern hats today and tomorrow. Greenlee D Leteher and Wm Anderson offer Rockbridge Alum and Jordan Alum Springs properties for sale.
Mrs. R. Pierson of Auburn Centre Pa hails Dr King’s New Discovery for throat and lung trouble saying it cures where other treatments fail. The renowned cough and cold remedy is sold at B H Gorrell’s drug store for 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free available.
List of unclaimed mail includes Arnatrong Arnold Robi I Burke Lee Holmes Howard Lowry T M Reaphion Aviede Ranson Jennie Pinkerton H A Woodly Anthony MecCiuse Parron P lM Persons calling for these letters should say they are advertised.
The Silver City, North Carolina resident C. M. Harden praises Aad Electric Bitters as a superior remedy for stomach, liver and kidney troubles and general debility. He notes relief from weakness, backache, chills and malaria and says it is the best medicine he has tried, sold under a guarantee at B. H. Gorrell's drug store.
Visiting lawyers Charles Curry of Staunton and P H Cabell of Richmond argued during a case at the Rockbridge Circuit Court. The altercation led to a brief scrap and each man was fined $2.50 for contempt by Judge Letharp.
A correspondent recommends a dessert using five peeled bananas rubbed with sugar five teaspoonfuls. Beat one teacup of sweet cream to stiff froth, stir in a prepared Lemon JELL O with boiling water, pour into a mold, chill, then garnish with candied cherries and whipped cream. JELL O sells at 10 cents per package.
The article notes summer ends with the equinox bringing equal days and nights. It mentions the sun crossing the equator on its northward path toward Thanksgiving and the December solstice when nights are longest. Rain often accompanies the equinox, but this year the forecast appears dry.
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports severe kidney and diabetes problems improved after using Foley's Kidney Remedy. He says after two bottles he improved and five bottles cured him, noting a life insurance medical exam passed. Gorrell Drugs endorses the product.
E J Blankenship a Bedford County farmer bought a bundle from a Norfolk & Western sale in Roanoke for 6 50. He found ten $20 gold pieces and five diamond rings in pockets of the clothing items.
The remedy has been tried in thousands of homes across the country and earned a place in the family medicine closet. It provides immediate relief for head colds and sneezing and can prevent a cold from becoming chronic or developing into catarrh with a day or two of treatment.
The presentation last Friday night of The Thoroughbred Tramp at the Henry Street Opera House received a hearty reception. The tramp character was excellent and his timely appearances kept the audience in pleasurable excitement from start to finish. The play was a most excellent production overall.
An advertisement promoting L. and M. Pure Paint as the key to a harmonious home. It claims long wear, up to ten years or more, and thirty three years of continuous use. Priced at $1.20 per gallon ready for use. Sold by McCrum Drug Co. Lexington and H. L. Gilkerson Buena Vista.
An old advertisement claims Oley’s Kidney Remedy cures kidney and bladder diseases, strengthens kidneys, and restores proper function. It asserts relief from Brights disease and diabetes and promotes the product as a universal cure from H. Gorrel, a druggist.
Washington and Lee University began its term with a record student body. About 600 students filled Lee Memorial Chapel for opening exercises. President Denny urged freshmen to adopt disciplined study from day one and warned against easy shortcuts that fail under exam pressure.
Captain W C Grove from Col Lady’s 2nd Virginia staff reenters service as a private in the VMI corps of cadets. The old constitutional clause allowing officers military instruction free at VMI is invoked, and Grove is to pursue education while waiving his commission.
Rudolph Lawborn stands trial in the Rockbridge Circuit Court on a charge of rape against Mrs. Ollie J. Hickman of Midvale. The alleged crime occurred December 7, 1907, and Lawborn was captured August 3, 1908, by Constable J. J. Campbell at Fordwick and brought to Lexington jail. Mrs. Hickman testified as the first witness. several others are expected to testify. Lawborn previously appeared in court on a charge of killing his wife and was acquitted.
At VM I the session shows few desertions or resignations and minimal hazing. Superintendent Nichols reports no parental complaints, while fourth classmen express strong opposition to hazing in writing. A new Applied Science Hall contract was won by Hancock & Co of Lynchburg to be built north of the barracks, with completion by May 15, 1908.
The second instalment of The Prince of Peace appears on the fourth page this week. Delivered at numerous chau tauquas and Young Men's Christian Associations, the lecture has pleased audiences across the United States and in Tokyo Manila Bombay Cairo and Jerusalem. The publication began last week and will conclude next week.
Regular meeting notes pres Mayor Kennedy with Councilmen present. Frank Reed seeks permit to erect brick stable 4 by 100 feet 17 feet high on corner of Randolph and Lewis rear of McDowell property. Building Committee to act. Water pipeline on Diamond street approved. Several building permits referred, some granted, some denied. Health board reappointed. McClung elected town collector from October 1.
The Staunton Daily Dispatch reports the Sept 11 wedding of Miss Lessie May Myers to Walter Lee Foltz of Lexington at the Myers home in Weyers Cave Augusta. Foltz, son of D B Foltz of Fairfield, will reside in Lexington after Oct 15. The piece notes Lexington housing demand as boom continues and mentions an upcoming memorial service for Rev Dr George Boardman Taylor with a tablet unveiling.
The Y M C A of Washington and Lee hosted a successful welcome for new students on campus with lanterns, student speeches, and songs. The event featured remarks by faculty and student leaders, a prayer by Professor Addison Hogue, and a message from Y M C A president C S Carey, concluding with refreshments and the Univ Glee Club performances.
Mr Tavella Alexander died at his home on upper Kerrs Creek Monday night September 21 1908 from paralysis. He was a longtime resident and Confederate soldier with service in the Rockbridge Guards and battles listed. He survived by his wife Marie Vergie Montgomery. Funeral was held at Kerrs Creek Presbyterian church. Property sales nearby included a 163 acre Alphin heirs farm off Kerrs Creek selling for 25800 to Robert S Turk and two Lexington properties changing hands at 1800 and 1000 respectively.
Mr Frank Reed bought the old McDowell property at Main and Lewis streets Lexington for 2900 dollars. The sale was by William G McDowell. Reed plans a brick stable at the rear fronting Randolph street. Lexington grows as a horse market with traders visiting on sale days. Postmaster Patton was told by Washington that letter boxes and other free delivery equipment for Lexington had been, or Lexington.
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