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Newspaper
Salem Times Register
Location
Salem, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1901
Page
3
Advertisement proclaims Tutt's Liver Pills not only cure but prevent illnesses including sick headache dyspepsia biliousness malaria constipation jaundice and torpid liver. The pills are touted as an absolute cure for liver-related diseases.
Under executor C L Hatcher the estate of the late Geo W Lowry held a sale of personal effects on Tuesday and brought in over 8500.00 though four appraisers had estimated about 3500. The sale drew a large crowd and corrected his age to 63. A letter from Elk City Bank Kansas praised his honorable life and business methods.
Mrs Withers wife of ex Senator R E Withers of Wytheville Va died on Saturday in Evansville Ind while visiting her married daughter Major A G Pendleton formerly of Marion Va The deceased was a long illness sufferer from consumption The remains were taken to Marion for burial A Roanoke resident died Saturday morning He was a respected lawyer and former Confederate soldier Surviving family includes wife and four children The Norfolk revival in Radford ended with 234 conversions A letter from Hon John Goode signals willingness to represent Bedford county in the Constitutional convention If called upon It is noted Bedfor dites could not find a more fitting representative A tale about a rich lady donating 10000 to the Nicholson Institute for free artificial ear drums to deaf people past in New York.
Short items report church conferences and sermons, deaths, and local happenings. Messages note Mrs Stermons sickness, D G McClung death in Franklin, and Mrs McKinley’s inaugural bonnet prize. A Bonsack mill sale and Roanoke College rebuilding are mentioned along with postmaster prospects and Sam Hardy’s imprisonment.
The marriage of Mass Sallie Ward Rison and Mr Oakey was performed by Rev John Martin Oakey in the west parlor of Colonel Wm E Rison’s Holbrook avenue home. Only immediate family and a few neighbors attended as Rev C E Blankership officiated. The couple will reside with Colonel Rison and receive the best wishes of many friends.
A Saturday afternoon fire swept away the residence of Dr Paul Scherer immigration agent for Norfolk and Western railroad and his barn near Hollins. The blaze started in the barn from a kitchen spark. the house furniture was saved. Loss about 4000 dollars with 170 dollars insured. Scherer was in Roanoke and learned of the fire on his return. The destroyed property had belonged to Dr J B Baskerville, marking the second major fire in the area within ten days.
Roanoke County Teachers Association will meet in Salem on Saturday March Wth to discuss securing thoroughness in class work discipline and other practical topics. All assigned subjects have been notified and full attendance is urged for the final meeting of the school year. L Perens secretary.
Miss Roberta Martin of Pulaski visits relatives in town. Miss Emma Cabell of Nelson county stays with Mr Davis Ayers on Market. Mrs John Arnold has recovered from illness on Main Street. Mr Waller Hardy returns to Bluefield after visiting his mother Mrs K M Hardy here. Mr Joseph D Logan, practicing law in Atlanta, visits parents and friends. Rey W Y Cline visits relatives in Culpeper. his father W H Cline is seriously ill. Mr R E Magee and Chas Ch Magee witnessed McKinley’s second inauguration. Dr Collins Denny of Vanderbilt discussed for chancellorship at Peabody Normal College. Local ads readers urged to note Watt Retten & Clay, O M Nall is, E Wise, Whitescarver & Bro grocery ads. President Dreher learned Prince Kin Wha of Korea and companions would leave Washington for Salem to study at Roanoke College. Mrs F G Webber to markets for spring millinery. Rumor of Baron von Massow leaving fortune to ex-Confederates debunked as fake. Mr and Mrs E B Hover head to Winston, NY. Hewyer leaves Salem with past employer Mr Hannah’s barber shop partners.
About two weeks ago Jamen Boteler left Boume on a business trip and fell ill in Crewe Virginia with typhoid pneumonia. He was brought home delirious and died Wednesday morning at about 28 years old. He was the son of Mrs. A Boteler and nephew of Col. W H Selden of Washington. He leaves a ill wife and two small children. the wife is critically ill. Funeral at the Episcopal church with interment at East Hill cemetery.
Emanuel Smith of Page county dies at home aged about 74. He dictated his funeral arrangements before death. Mrs Nation embraces antismoking efforts and boxing for cigarette workers. A Paris man hid his wife’s advert for a wife. sister answered, photos exchanged, romance collapsed in minutes. Teanhoe Copple Creek extension trestle collapse claims W H Middlecliff and John Walker, injuring Thomas Spraker and John W Mallory. five dead in three days.
A reader argues that explaining the century boundary requires counting days within each year from 0 to 100, illustrating with dollar counts. The piece contends the 21st birthday rule is flawed by noting anniversaries align with calendar years, not fractional day counts.
James Neace died suddenly last Saturday amid great agony raising suspicions of poisoning. Neighbors reported fears that his wife and her male friend were involved. A coroner's inquest ordered an autopsy by Dr. R M Wiley, with the stomach sent to Prof Smith at Roanoke College. The jury will report after the examination results.
A Washington letter says Major Otey will replace ex representative Allen of Mississippi. Otey is described as the wit of the House with original stories and a serious side. Also advertises Dine Nerve and Bone Liniment from Owens and Mixon of Richmond, priced 25 cents, with customer testimonial from Frederick’sburg Virginia.
Mrs Shelor wife of George W Shelor of Bent Mountain was taken to Marion asylum for treatment after months of impaired mind from illness and suffering. John P Barbee of Roanoke was sent to Western State Hospital by physicians as his mind grows seriously impaired. Barbee is a known Roanoke traveling man and son in law of Dr Charles L Cocke of Hollins.
A Porto Rico Regiment battalion from the island possessions took a prominent role in the Washington inaugural parade. First Lieutenant W. W. Ballard Jr. of this place, then stationed in Porto Rico, served as adjutant and led his unit with evident pride amid warm public interest.
The Grace Lutheran congregation in Altoona Pennsylvania dedicated a new and handsome church edifice on Sunday February 24 The illustrated pamphlet shows the church building the young pastor Rev Ernest R Metwnley and others with a history of the church The church organized January 5 1896 and under the pastorate of McCauley now numbers 170 members.
Francis of New Salem Nurseries in Salem Virginia urges readers to prune both old and young trees this good month. He promotes planting fruit trees including apple peach pear cherry quince at reasonable prices and invites contact by rock, postal card, or visit. Certificate of Freedom.
The Norfolk and Western Railway states unlimited free storage of freight of all kinds will end after March 190L. Freight stored at base of business locations will be subject to the storage regulations adopted by the railway and in effect from March List. Signed by R A Taylor on behalf of the Car Service Agency.
The Health Board of this county has approved a tax order authorized by the Board of Supervisors on Saturday to employ physicians to vaccinate all persons in any section or neighborhood needing vaccination. A fee of twenty five cents is charged per person vaccinated, except for paupers.
Singer J A Moses attended a conference in Dark Run Saturday. The health of the community is good this winter except Mrs J Eeslop and Miss Mary Greene who recovered after illness. Northern Methodists hold a conference at Ronceverte WV. Pastor Davenport and Presiding Elder Porter may not return. Porter may preach at Cedar Grove and Stehigut. Calls for a new courthouse and better roads, plus river ford and road issues. Critique of liquor enforcement and railway Sundays. public sentiment blames locals, not officials, for law enforcement. Ex-Supervisor Wm Barnett gains support as a strong officer candidate. he may run.
Employment notice seeks a reliable man to work as a gardener and livestock caregiver. Apply by day to Mrs Janes Chalmers on High Street. Mentions a bridle path and church aisle as nearby landmarks.
A Creston resident, son of Mr HH FR Johnston, fell ill and was pronounced varioloid by Dre Wiley. The family was quarantined, a yellow flag raised, and a guard posted near the home to prevent spread.
The ad markets Venetian Suits in multiple styles including double breasted Eton and bell sleeves in navy gray and blue, Homespun Suits with velvet collar and belted Eton, and Black Serge Suits. Regular prices listed at 12.50 dollars with some selections at 10 dollars, promising proper fit for every buyer.
We offer five to ten cent savings per yard on mattings now in stock and arriving. Place orders for delivery when convenient and secure the best value with our own importation. Orders placed earlier this year have been distributed to maximize savings for customers.
A limited run of rich Japanese and China mattings offered at 25 and 20 cents per foot with patterns in red green and blue. About 48 rolls at 25 cents and 23 rolls at 20 cents remain, with many pieces valued higher elsewhere and reserved by request.
Our sale offers 110-pound matting at 30 and 38 cents with no goods below 40 cents. All matting priced from 25 cents upward, laid free. Best wearing quality and service promised.
New shipment arrives and offers a wide range of trunks and steamers at reduced prices. Heavy brass hardware leather straps and cloth lining highlight the steamers with prices from 4.32 to 5.54. Leather strapped variants and fancy trunks priced down to 2.03 to 3.11, with men trunks from 9.45 to 16.20 and several styles under 25 dollars. Also available are Roller Tray Trunks and Lacies Tronka lines with custom name initials.
A newspaper brief lists silk petticoats in several price tiers. Five dollar items offer $36.50 value with taffeta options in heliotrope blue and other shades. Eight dollar pieces feature deep accordion ruffle and silk drop details in assorted colors. A 1.98 dollar special presents black mercerized silk with rose plaiting, compared to a 3 dollar expected value.
Promotion of silk waists highlights made to measure options and ready to wear lines. Prices range from 5 to 10 dollars with taffeta fabrics, gold trimming, Arabian lace, and decorative appliques.
A local sale offers men’s shirts priced at one third below their regular value. Shoppers are urged to take advantage of the deal.
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