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Newspaper
Salem Times Register
Location
Salem, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1900
Page
2
Trustees of the Salem Graded and High School are urged to add a book keeping department to the curriculum. The letter argues business training foundations benefit many pupils who must leave school for trades and cannot pay for higher education. The suggestion targets helping public school students with limited resources, calling on authorities to consider the idea.
The Norfolk Virginian Pilot published a sixty four page illustrated edition filled with historical and business facts about the city and its fast growth as a business and seaport center. The Times Register commends the edition and its contribution to the city.
The New York World labels the Administration’s record as its campaign platform, praising the currency law while criticizing trusts, the Dingley tariff, Monroe doctrine, Porto Rico tariff, and the war in the Philippines. It cites government spending, taxes, civil service reform, and warns the nation may face a warlike China.
The Richmond Times says Bryan likely to be nominated for first place. It argues a 1880s style Democratic platform with John W. James could win northern states and some Populist west states. The author urges backing Bryan and Daniel for second place and notes Roanoke Carnival events in July.
The Republican National Convention in Philadelphia chose McKinley and Roosevelt amid a rough rider mood. Hanna opposed Roosevelt, but delegates backed him, projecting a Bryan victory in November against the pairing.
The Boston Post notes shifting Republican views as colored delegates from the South face obstacles in the Philadelphia convention. Resignations by local receptors spark tensions with McKinley supporters. hotels discriminate against southern black delegates. The national committee debates seats for colored contestants, jeopardizing Southern representation while Hanna appears poised to win without Southern support.
Chicago July wheat rose sharply as opening quotes 75 5 8 to 75 7 8 climbed to 79 3 8 amid reports of crop failure in the Dakotas and Minnesota. A local drought expert warned the states may harvest about 100 million bushels, down 45 million from last season, and some traders cashed in modest profits.
The Salem Times Register marks its thirty fifth year with praise from peers noting its status as a leading Virginia weekly. Open letters from Rockingham and Norfolk papers celebrate the paper’s longevity and connection to its patrons and community.
Dr T M Baird once of Christiansburg Va but jailed in Charlestown W Va on insanity charges was released and sent home after a physician exam showed no mental illness He had been on a prolonged spree and was found doing amusing acts at a Paint Creek railroad camp provoking the mistaken commitment The doctor formerly lived in Salem and friends are relieved the condition is not serious
The forty seventh year at Roanoke College shows solid finances and broad access. Students hail from ten Northern states seven Southern states the District of Columbia Porto Rico Cuba Japan and Korea with one Oneida Indian from Wisconsin. Salem’s college town appeal and a 22 000 volume library accompany comprehensive courses and an up to date 63 page catalogue.
A dispatch from Keenville Mississippi reports the death of Perry Nugent former president of the New Orleans Cotton Exchange and noted merchant. Ashton Phelps writes a tribute praising his integrity piety and gentlemanly character despite later losses. Attending the Roanoke Carnival is urged for July 2 to 7.
Two prominent young women Misses Bessie Linkenhaker and Nellie Keister were found unconscious near Cloverdale in Botetourt county after an incident that involved a black man and implied assault. Detective Baldwin believes it may have been accidental but a farm worker Paul Wallace is jailed for safekeeping amid ongoing questions and rumors.
All persons indebted to J. P. Doss are urged to settle immediately or face advertisement of accounts and sale at public auction. This formal notice seeks prompt payment from all debtors identified by the creditor.
Norfolk and Western and Pennsylvania lines offer seaside trips from Roanoke via Hagerstown Harrisburg to Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City Sea Isle City Avalon Anglesea Wildwood and Holly Beach New Jersey Tickets go on sale July 5 August 2 and 16 valid seventeen days with a ten day stopover in Philadelphia on arrival if deposited with Broad Street Station Agent. Through Sleeper from Knoxville Roanoke Roanoke via Roanoke to Philadelphia and New York Daylight Shenandoah Valley ride for rates contact nearest agent or W B Bevin G P A Roanoke Va.
A Roanoke Times letter argues Salem should purchase the Cumpston Building on College Avenue for 1300 dollars to create a new public hall. The writer says the town hall is inadequate, capable of seating about 1500 with renovations at roughly 1200, and urges Council to investigate.
At a regular communication of Taylor lodge A F and A M held at their ball on Monday night the officers for the ensuing term were elected. W P Norris Worshipful Master K E Shank Senior Warden E R Moore Junior Warden J B Camden secretary J H Duncan treasurer Ivan V Vance Senior Deacon H J Pallard Junior Deacon. They will be installed next Monday night with refreshments and a full attendance requested. Resolutions on the death of the late Bro D C Shanks were adopted but crowded out.
Frank Eaton aged nineteen and Miss Lillian Peters aged eighteen eloped from Roanoke to Bristol on Monday afternoon. Eaton is a Roanoke figure, while Peters is the daughter of Mrs. Betty Peters of Pearlsburg visiting nearby friends. Pain Killer ad urges Perry Davis remedy for colic and related ailments with prices 25 and 50 cents.
A new threshing machine and engine owner advertises quick wheat threshing. Salem Virginia resident Jack Johnston offers prompt service for local farmers seeking efficient threshing.
The District Court of the Western District announces J. W. Trent of Roanoke is adjudicated bankrupt. A creditors meeting will be held July 7 at 2 PM in Roanoke to prove claims, appoint a trustee, and examine the bankrupt under Ga. AL. Referee in Bankruptcy.
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