Notices and rates from the Journal press desk
The office requests correspondents mail news letters by Wednesday morning to avoid unpublished items carried over. Obituaries and resolutions of respect require paid insertion at five cents per line. Communications nominating candidates barred at regular line rates. Reading notices ten cents per line. Transient ads barred at 50 cents per inch for the first insertion and 25 cents per line for subsequent insertions with no change.
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Roanoke Democratic Convention Solidifies Virginia Unity
The Roanoke gathering affirms Wmn. Jennings Bryan as the Democratic presidential choice and declares Daniel still a Virginia favorite. The platform upholds true Democratic principles, with harmony achieved despite earlier opposition, urging Democrats to unite for the upcoming campaign. The Journal contends the convention did well and forecasts success with party unity.
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Jennings Uryan
Virginia
John Warwick Daniel
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Republican promises and the Taft machine’s opportunism
The piece argues the Republican platform is uncertain and prone to change, predicting the Taft era will deliver adaptable policies after elections. It claims Republicans are opportunists, guided by events andFOCALs of the Forties, warning voters against trusting future pledges.
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Taft
Chicago
Publican record: panic, extravagant spending, and postponed reform
The text rails at President Roosevelt era policies, arguing Republicans caused a panic and fiscal excess. It claims trust protection and currency reform are delayed for Wall Street benefit, calling last Congress do nothing on reform and praising no policies. It urges Wise voters to reject the Republican platform based on past failures.
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Wall Street
Hudgins Knight Wedding at Bethel Church
Miss Mary L Knight daughter of Wm S Knight married John S Hudgins of New Point Va in Bethel Church. Ceremony by Rev W L Ware followed by reception. After a steamer trip to Old Point and Washington they will honeymoon and return to Mathews, with an informal home reception planned.
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Wm. S. Knight
John S. Hudgins
New Point
W. L. Ware
Bethel Church
Clarence Knight
Claude Brooks
Harry Knight
George Burroughs
Vandy Diggs
Sam Hudgins
Old Point
Washington
Baltimore
Mathews
Montinental
RAG RAGS ARE BACK IN FASHION FOR HOME RUGS
The New Idea Woman's Magazine notes rag rugs can be made from torn strips of fabric from rips one half to one inch wide. Muslin undershirts and old curtains can be raveled for crocheted work. Dyed rags yield varied shades, enhancing the rug's appearance.
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New Idea Woman's Magazine
Democratic State Convention Endorses Bryan Delegation
The Roanoke convention voted 608 to 186 to instruct delegates for William Jennings Bryan at Denver. Disorder marked proceedings over proposed primary amendments and instructions, with speeches by Senators Daniel and Martin and Governor Swanson stirring the crowd.
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William J. Bryan
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Albemarle
Bryan
Duke
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Martin
Swanson
Flood
Carter Glass
Senator Daniel
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Jones
A. B. Williams
Richmond
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Williams
Thomas J. Downing
Lancaster
J. Bryan
United States
Ward of Dyersburg Endorses Daley’s Oring Laxative
W R Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee states he used Daley's Oring Laxative for chronic constipation and found it a thorough practical remedy. He offers a conscientious reference and notes it is sold by all druggists.
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Dyersburg
Tenn
Daley
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Foley & Company
Chicago
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Blackstone Institute Graduates Largest Class Amid Growth
The Blackstone Institute marked its fourteenth commencement with the largest class yet, 34 graduates, as enrollment reached 493. The school credits success to its motto: Thorough instruction under positively Christian influences at the lowest possible cost.
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Blackstone Institute
William and Mary College 215th session opens Sept 17 1908
Buildings renovated and equipped with electric light and artesian water. Two courses offered descriptive of degrees including BA MA BS and a normal course with free tuition and reduced board. Catalog available from Lyon G. Tytor MA LLD President.
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Lyon G. Tytor
Purity and Value in Rye and Whisky Offer
A bold advertisement promotes Tyson branded ryes and whiskeys with express prepaid shipping and sealed packaging. Four quart containers range from 2.30 to 4.00, including Albemarne Club Rye eight years and Exposition Kentucky Rye four years. Customer satisfaction guaranteed with money back.
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Norfolk
North Carolina
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