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Newspaper
Salem Times Register
Location
Salem, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
2
The notice reports the death of Col. Wm. R. Aytlett of King William County, Virginia, described as one of the state's leading lawyers, who died Monday evening. The item sits amid varied notes on politics, weather, and local developments.
An old newspaper ad promotes a three month subscription to the Times-Register for ten cents, offering delivery until after the presidential election. The message urges readers to send names and cash to secure the promotion and have the paper mailed to their address.
Adlai E Stevenson loyalists claim strong support in his hometown after a Saturday rally. A Republican speaker led the tribute and Stevenson responded by warning that future danger lies in wealth disparity and erosion of law and institutions, urging virtues of patriotism and respect for government.
Colonel John Hampton Hoge of Roanoke has been invited by the national Republican campaign committee to promote McKinley and Roosevelt. He will report to duty in Maine on August 27 for ten days of speeches in major cities, then move to New York, Indiana and West Virginia, with possible visits to the Pacific Coast. The push suggests concern over anti imperialism sentiments and a bid to counter Ex Speaker Reed. The Roanoke Times notes Hoge’s reputed oratorical ability and the party’s strategy to influence public opinion.
Norfolk last Friday witnessed a shocking double act of violence as Police Captain M. H. Prince shot and killed oyster inspector Charles J. Cannon then shot himself after returning to the scene. They were prominent locals with known liquor business ties. Cannon left a wife and six children. The motive appears tied to a suspected affair revealed by an intercepted letter. The city awaits further details.
Contractor E A Mahoney unearthed a full grown human foot in a post hole at the City Cemetery. Digging deeper revealed a complete skeleton with only a pin and ribbon fragment and preserved shoes. The bones show death over a year ago with rapid decomposition.
A letter from Elliston reports Floyd Barnett and others noting a man found hiding in Salt Letter Cave near Elliston. The identity is unknown, but his sudden disappearances suggest he may be a crime participant, prompting local concern.
A claim that the South American Nervino tonic permanently cures stomach weakness and indigestion. The advertisement asserts relief from the first dose and promises universal efficacy, with safe, pleasant use. Sold by Mihod & Persinger, druggists in Salem.
On Sunday night July 24 a mare about twelve years old weighing around 1000 pounds disappeared. The animal has a small scar on the right hip and a small knot on the back from a saddle. A liberal reward is offered by J. J. Haman for information leading to recovery.
Prince Eui Wha second son of the Korean emperor arrived in San Francisco on Saturday aboard the City of Pekin en route to Salem to enter Roanoke college. He is accompanied by Sin Feh Moo a member of the Korean legation in Washington.
Mrs Bettie Mauck widow of Peter D Mauck died at Roanoke Hospital at 11 o clock Wednesday night aged 57 after a recent bout with appendicitis and an operation yesterday proved futile. Survived by five children.
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