Roanoke Seeks Big Democratic State Convention
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting the board endorsed Roanoke as the site for the next Democratic state convention to nominate presidential electors. Secretary Jacobs was instructed to contact convention officers and advocate Roanoke as a centrally located venue with proper travel expense distribution and adequate hotel and hall facilities.
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Chamber of Commerce
Roanoke
FB. Jacobs
Oask
Moanoke
Ois
Ora Uy
Tenelie Ernoawes
Local town meeting and show plans teased at Hall
A notice previews a town hall gathering tonight with entertainment acts and a fundraising show. Performances include local favorites and new acts with admission set around 25 cents, tickets on sale at the general store.
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Mario
One Hundredth Anniversary of Mrs Armstrong
Mrs Harriet Moomaw Armstrong of Cotawhba celebrated her one hundredth birthday on Ca tawhe Monday surrounded by many children and kin. She has spent all her life on Cotawba Hoge and was born 24 1808. Married to Armstrong Sordith IM with eight children from the marriage, three sons John Pranko and David and five daughters, all now dead. She has long been a steadfast parishioner and supporter of the local church and community.
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Cotawhba
Catawhe
Armstrong
Catawba
Heine Hoge
Armstrong Sordith
Sams
John Pranko
David
Vetter
Mins
Lessons on advertising strategy from political boost in Brockton
An advertising manager explains how inflation of ad spend in slow months January and February boosted shoe sales for the Douglas Shoe Company of Brockton Massachusetts. Governor Douglas approved the plan as a political endorsement, noting an immediate rise in business despite expectations of a downturn. The tactic influenced other shoe advertisers to increase their campaigns as customer patronage rose.
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Pbie
Brockton
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Vougins
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Dottins
Amman
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Vailpear
Eaitpadad Companion
Philadelphia
Postal Savings Banks bill advances in Senate
Senator Knox of Pennsylvania introduces a bill to establish postal savings banks with Postmaster General Meyer backing and President Roosevelt approval. The plan designates post offices as savings banks accepting deposits of one to five hundred dollars at two percent interest, treating deposits as public moneys with safeguards to prevent panics.
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Washington
Knox
Pennsylvanian
Senate
Meyer
Rosevelt
Hollantt Toweks
Good Roads Bill Becomes a Law in Virginia
The Virginia Senate approved a bill to spend 250000 annually on public roads, with convict labor on highways and state funds distributed to counties. The measure follows the governor’s recommendation and outlines bond-backed expenditures funded by the state and counties.
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Virginia
His Monument to be a Pile of Whiskey
James W. Turner a farmer from six miles from Columbia Missouri died last night He had long vowed a monument of whiskey on his farm An abandoned corn crib on his land held many empty bottles Turner 45 owned 80 acres and lived as a hermit with only a dog for company
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Columbia
James W. Turner
Turner
Agres
Perfectly Plain Politician Draws Warm Reception
The Youth's Companion reports Professor Mrice outline of tariff policy to a Woman's Current Event group. After his talk he is praised by attendees with playful comparisons to lovers, noting comprehension of tariff basics and free traders as other girls.
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Mrice
Wrice
Notable Authors and World News From 19th Century Letters
W. DD Howells sails for Italy after reading proofs of his Harper’s spring novel. Rex Beach finishes a second novel and plans a third. James Otis Kaler of South Portland is a prolific boys’ author with over 100 books. Mourad the Armenian leader visits Boston to rally Armenian freedom. Katherine Oars of London pioneers deep sea diving as a rare woman in Europe. Aysbonin, a hunter, advertises a continental land sale. royal crown and alledged riches feature in varied tales of power and wealth. Mrs. John Rylands leaves 2.3 million dollars to charity and to Manchester library. Lord Crawford collection purchases noted.
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Italy
Harper's
Harpers
Rex Beach
James Otis Kaler
South Portland
M. Mourad
Boston
Ile
Katherine Oars
London
Europe
Africa
John Rylands
John
Manchester
RTO
Jay
Byrd Liquor Bill Reported by Senate Committee
In Hiehimond Virginia on February 24 the Senate Committee on counties cities and towns reported Speaker Byrds Lie Nor Dat to the last work of the legislature. The bill would raise license taxes on bars and ban sales to certain private clubs after nine at night and on Sundays. It would prohibit liquor sales in towns under 500 population and in summer months. Judge Mann to lead the push in the House.
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Senate Committee On
Weston
Mons
Mann
Heise
Country life offers advantages despite its drawbacks
The piece argues farm living shapes youths for life’s paths by instilling discipline and values from nature. It notes rural youth excel in practical skills and social manners, preparing them for the sterner walks of life without shaming country upbringing.
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Rabes
de Maysenis
Civil War Captain Given Laid to Rest at Haymarket
Captain Given, a Southern gentleman and Confederate veteran, is buried at Haymarket after dying February 12 at his Virginia farm. He organized the second company of Confederate troops from his county and served in the 60th Virginia Regiment, later captured at the war’s end and held at Fort Delaware. His widow Mrs. Given expresses deep thanks for community sympathy as a large funeral tribute honors his life. Eddie Pay plans a villa in the Pocamico Hills near John D. Rockefeller J.
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Oste
Cecil Lynch
Salem
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Fort Delaware
Lee
Appomattos
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John D. Rockefeller
Ferris Extradited to Face Murder Charge in Roanoke
The Roanoke case details Moses Ferris’s capture after fleeing to Brazil and France then extradition to New York for the murder of Frank Assaid. Investigators, including Baldwin family associates, traced connections through Abdoo Abdalla and others to secure Ferris.
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Brazil
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Capitel Ie
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Tee
Urom
Assaid
Gael
Te Novar Hannah
Mandoss
Phimnih
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O Hoonoke
Eri
Perris Perris
Notable Virginia Case Heads To Trial Amid Strong Legal Battle
Ferris remains in Roanoke jail as the case heads for trial shortly. Both sides have engaged able counsel, signaling a highly fought proceedings in Virginia.
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Ferris
Roanoke
Virginia
Abnormal and a menace in Washington politics
Washington on February 22 saw Senator Ankenny of Washington stunned by sharp attacks from Speaker How and Senator Fulton. The exchange centered on the President Roosevelt administration with Fulton urging party unity to prevent Ankenny’s reelection bid, while How condemned former leaders as similar to past mistakes.
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Washington
Ureause
Stuml
Ankennay
Dane How
Senter Foulton
Oregon
Brahe
Republican Party
An- Kenny
Ark NH
Warctinus Ier
Mmenacek
Dietatine
Railroads plan wage cuts and layoffs amid retrenchment policy
Washington reports that major railroads led by the New York New Haven and Hartford plan to dismiss workers after a presidential letter to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Officials warn unions that wage reductions and general economies will be pursued, reducing the payroll across about fifteen systems.
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Washington
Uo Co
Gm Effec’ Savinies Toy
Mellen
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
Wes
Shift of World Scene From Atlantic to Pacific
Wheeler president of the University of California envisions a rapid shift of global focus from the Atlantic to the Pacific. He says the weight of the fleet will influence world affairs and that Pacific dominance will grow, while warning of future tensions with Japan. He remains hopeful that U S Japan will avoid conflict through cooperation of the best people in Japan.
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Chitupo
Beyoe
Henjomin Dade Wheeler
University of California
Atlentic
Pacific
Eee Ite
Lanport
Ipo
United States
Japan
Wage Movements and Delayed Rail Wage Rises
A Philadelphia Record summary notes wage movements since 1895 with delayed rail wage raises. It observes gradual revival after the Wilson tariff, slow wage increases by railroads, and caution about precipitous cuts. It suggests carriers may hold payrolls amid uncertain markets while economies improve.
The Troubles of Negroes in the North
In New York Willian de Buckley hears from a colored pupil at school No 80 about barriers to employment and education for Black youths. A story notes limited chances for advancement. many aspire to business but face systemic discrimination and low paying, precarious work.
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Willian de Buckley
Aml
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