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Whiskey blamed in tragic court case the saddest scene of eyes
A young man pled guilty to murder while under whiskey influence and received seven and a half years in state prison. The report notes a tearful courtroom scene and reflects on community reactions and media praise for the newspaper's leadership.
River fishermen clash over nets reducing catch
Upset up the river fishers accuse bay and down river harvesters of depleting fish by vast nets blocking the mouth. Editorial notes in Mr Hurst's American on political corruption warn minor Independence League leaders not to expect a strong mood this year and hint Hurst may not run a candidate if he does not head the ticket.
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Hurst
Independence League
Community Journal seeks readers and correspondents
The Journal owner thanks supporters and promises improvements including a new up-to-date press. A large investment is needed, and a countywide network of correspondents is urged with requests for occasional newsletters to spread the news.
New York Voter Sentiment Ties Hughes to Plain People
A General Wooprorp of New York asserts that plain New Yorkers favor Hughes while Wall Street banks back Taft fearing a second term. He claims Republican leaders cannot separate from Wall Street interests.
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New York
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Foley's Kidney Remedy Promises Relief for Women
A testimonial from Miss Carrie Harden of Bowling Green Kentucky claims Foley's Kidney Remedy eased her kidney and bladder troubles after two bottles she reports first bottle brought relief and second bottle completed her cure. Sold by all druggists.
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Bowling Green
Foley
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States listed oppose Bryan in Democratic convention
The article details states where delegates, opposed to Bryan, are contesting for convention votes. It lists each state with its allotted votes, notes the total 1008 convention votes and the 672 needed to nominate, and explains the two thirds rule dating to Van Buren which allows a minority to block nomination.
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Eacents
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Virginia
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Democrats Oppose Primary Law in Nansemond County
In Suffolk Virginia on April 27 Democrats gathered in Nansemond county and passed resolutions denouncing the primary law and calling for its repeal. Delegates to the Roanoke Convention were instructed to vote to abolish the primary system. The measures were introduced by Dr. Thomas H. Barnes, former state senator.
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Nansemond County
Thomas H. Barnes
Sepa BP
Left Trail Of Death Tornado Toll Rises In Gulf States
About 350 people perished and over 1 20 were seriously injured as violent tornadoes swept Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia and Arkansas. Mississippi bore the worst toll with 159 dead and 650 injured. Louisiana 88 dead and 350 injured. Alabama 31 dead and 113 injured. Georgia 25 dead and 100 injured. Tennessee 15 dead and 4 injured. Arkansas 3 dead and 30 injured. Dozens of towns were wrecked, many Negro cabins collapsed, and hundreds of farmers lost livelihoods. In the storm’s wake, officials weighed rebuilding efforts and school site disputes in Virginia towns.
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Mississippi Valley
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Albertville
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Griffin
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Building High School IX Lancaster
C Stearnes secretary of the state board of education departed for Norfolk this morning to embark the steamer for unspecified destination.
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RK. C. Stearnes
State Board of Education
Norfolk
Death of Hon. Richard Elliott Boykin in Tidewater Virginia
The Twenty eighth Judicial Circuit judge Richard Elliott Boykin died at St Christopher's Hospital after a prolonged illness. Death followed pneumonia pleurisy and lung complications. Funeral held from Christ Church Smithfield with Interment in Ivy Hill Cemetery. Survived by wife Minnie Wilson daughter Minnie Peeram and Nathaniel Young Boykin two sisters and one brother. A respected jurist and Virginia gentleman with strong ideals and loyal friendships.
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North Carolina
Mary Boykin
Smithfield
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Virginia
Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted for Cough Cure
An old ad endorses Foley's Honey and Tar as the best remedy for a stubborn cough and cold. It claims the formula contains no harmful drugs and urges readers to insist on it at druggists.
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L. & M. Paint Agent Promotes Zinc Oxide Paint
The L. & M. Zinc Metal oxide paint mix uses White Lead and Linseed Oil in large grindings. It claims cost is only $1.20 per gallon after years of experience. Wm. H. C. Murray is the L. & M. Paint Agent at Williams Wharf, Virginia.
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