26 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Salem Times Register And Sentinel
Location
Salem, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1907
Page
1
A columnist reflects on a London couple who killed themselves over poverty and lack of congenial work. It argues most people work for money, not passion, and mocks the idea of living solely on personal happiness. It questions whether art alone justifies neglect of practical needs.
The phrase notes that achievement comes from practical effort rather than chasing illusory rewards. It emphasizes avoiding self delusion and daydreaming in pursuit of wealth or fortune.
Dr Henry B Treakle of White Stone Lancaster county fired on George Ward three miles from Ward's home after reporting a dream of Ward entering his house Mrs Treakle alleged abuse. Ward sustained wounds to arm side and face and lies in critical condition as Treakle is arrested after a preliminary examination begins.
Secretary Garfield has informed Congress that Virginia is entitled to about $30,000 under a federal land sale provision. The funds support agricultural and mechanical education, and Virginia will soon receive an additional $30,000.
The Rev Ir R Hicks 1908 Almanac announces delivery and surpasses prior editions in beauty and value. It features a colored cover full of engravings, year long forecasts, and astronomical illustrations. Price by mail 35 cents, on news stands 30 cents. Word and Worke monthly includes forecasts. subscription 1 year. Publishing Co 2201 Locust St St Louis Missouri seeks agents.
Seven month ago a Shenandoah boy swallowed a railroad nail length eight penny one and fifteen sixteenths inches. He nearly died and appeared strangled before improving. Weeks later he coughed up the nail, still intact, in a remarkable case with unknown lodging.
Portsmouth reports Alton Bernard son of Mrs. E L Bernard became blind after a grippe attack. Dr F S Hope believes the boy will regain his sight following a severe illness. The family was frightened Friday night when he asked for more light and the room was found darkened.
Richmond daily notes the First Auditor of Virginia reports a quirky tax inventory. Horses dominate the value, with 2,940 taxed in Richmond alone at $249,175, while only 84,932 watches versus 136,533 sewing machines across the state balance the totals. The piece humorously compares animal counts, clocks, and timepieces to illustrate taxation gaps and the state’s quirky appraisal.
A devotional verse by Malthio BD Babcock frames life as a school where tests must be faced with diligence. It seeks divine guidance to embrace duties, endure weariness, and learn to live by guiding lessons of work, prayer, and trust.
The Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke resumes completion of Virginian Railway bridge structures after a delay. Expect reemployment of workers previously laid off during the panic and a rapid return to full output.
A holiday message laments the passing of the old year and urges peace and charity. It celebrates Christmas as more than festivity, recalling the nativity in Judea and urging readers to seek the Saviour and spread love and good will.
A bill proposed in the U S House would authorize the secretary of agriculture to acquire lands for national forest purposes across several southern and northern states including Maryland Virginia West Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Alabama Kentucky Tennessee New Hampshire and Maine with a $5 million appropriation. A second, unrelated note describes a courtroom view on juror attitudes toward women, suggesting the unwritten law stems from primitive notions and not logic.
Toledo reports the deciphering of a two thousand year old marriage contract from a Cairo tomb. The papyrus places Pharaoh Khabbasha around 341 B C and shows women held joint and enhanced status, with provisions on dower and separation rights.
Judge Anderson of Clifton Forge signed an order in Campbell Circuit Court on Saturday granting Lynchburg the petition for annexation of several suburbs effective January 1. The county appealed and obtained a 30 day suspending order to perfect the appeal. The action will add about 1,500 residents and around 2 million dollars in property value to Lynchburg.
In Pineville Mississippi December 23 Dr W K Reid and Mr T Bailes debated which animal made the cleanest dish final choice rat. Mrs W M Garrison and Mrs A W Taylor agreed rat was cleanest then Bailes invited all four to his home for dinner featuring rat pie. Also two residences for rent near Salem listed by M G McLuna.
The Baltimore Sun reports Princess Wee, a barely 18 to 21 inch tall performer from Burn Maw, Pa., who hosts daily receptions on West Lexington Street. Her ornate black gown and trained look draw curiosity as she moves with a regal, folded-arm bearing.
A fragment from Youth's Companion recalls Rev. Caesar Malan guiding Miss Elliot of London to Christ. Her anonymous hymn began in The Yearly Remembrancer and later spread through religious circles, finally revealing her authorship at Torquay when a physician sent her own verses to her.
A Department of Agriculture scientist says U S beekeeping could produce 25 000 000 value in honey yearly via wholesale pricing and notes over 150 000 000 pounds are lost annually due to careless practices. The Farm Department trains over 700 000 beekeepers nationwide to improve yields and reduce waste.
Norfolk and Western westbound passenger No. 41 narrowly avoided a wreck last Saturday when an obstruction on the track halted the engine after it struck a mass of dirt and stone rolled onto the rails during the night. Passenger Leslie M. Shaw, former Secretary of the Treasury, was aboard as the tracks remained blocked for about eight hours.
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