Richmond notes and Virginia valuation law debates
Richmond notes report on wartime costs and property taxes. sale of delinquent church properties. valuation commission readiness. fertilizers inspectors by March. political candidacies in Roanoke. suicide of a Baltimore businessman tied to Salem. Norfolk lawlessness fueling gun sales. Roanoke mayor not seeking re election. unseating of W A Young in Congress. Sheldon topeka paper boycott of ads. Shenandoah county tax debate and income disclosure gaps. Woodstock reaction to personal property tax bill.
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Shenandoah County
Washington Post
Woodstock
Legislature adjourns amid mixed praise and sharp critique
The Spirit of the Valley voices hearty congratulations to Virginians on the Virginia Legislature’s adjournment, labeling the body extremely weak yet noting a few clever members in each house. The riff on the so called "Spirit rapping" mocks opponents the sclons would not grasp.
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Virginia
Sclons
British take Bloemfontein in bold dispatch report
Lord Roberts reports occupation of Bloemfontein with the British flag raised over the Orange Free State. Officials greet the troops and present keys to the town as inhabitants extend cordial welcome amid quiet after withdrawal of nearby forces. The dispatch confirms victory and control.
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London
Lord Roberts
Bloemfontein
Capitol
War Office
Bloemontein
Bloemfontin
Orange Free State
Frazer
Landrost
Owi
War losses and Boer defenses as war ends shift
Reported British losses stand at 2,412 killed 8,747 wounded 1,020 died of disease 3,183 missing totaling 15,077. Boer prisoners, including General Cropje, to be sent to St Helena. Boers remain active south of Ladysmith with forces near Pomeroy. Kruger and Steyn offered terms rejected by cabinet, while 10,000 Boer women prepare to defend Pretoria.
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Cropje
St. Helena
Natal
Ladysmith
Helpmakaar
Pomeroy
Kruger
Steyn
Wedneday
Pretoria
Roanoke Aims to Extend Baltimore and Ohio Railroad to City
The Times reports Roanoke seeks an extension of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad from Lexington to Roanoke. Mayor James I Woods returned from Lexington after discussions with General Anderson of the B&O, who showed interest in building the line and potentially forming an agreement with Chesapeake and Ohio. Salem remains the J B and O charter terminus, and revival of interest could bring competing railroad facilities to Salem and Roanoke, brightening prospects.
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Rosnoke
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Lexington
Times
James I. Woods
General Anderson
Baltimore and Ohio Company
Roanoke
Chesapeake and Obi
Baltimore and Ohio
Woods
Salem
Hardy in the Toils Again Recaptured in Lynchburg
Samuel Hardy, once indicted for attempted robbery and who escaped from jail by hiding in a closet, has been re arrested in Lynchburg. He is now jailed in a steel cage under guard as part of a group of suspected robbers arrested by city police. Deputy J W Johnston escorted Hardy back to the county, marking a gratifying recapture.
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Samuel Hardy
Darky
Hardy
Lynchburg
J. W. Johnston
Reid
Eugene Withers
Www. P. See
Home Investment Company
Othera
Virginia M. Kasey
A. Kasey
M. Kasey
Virginia Mascy
Johnny Lee asOy
Ofirginia
Salem Times-Register
Chas. UD. Denit
Withers & Green
Kk. W. Kime
England Refuses U S Mediation Over South Africa Peace
London reports the United States offers to mediate peace in South Africa at the request of Kruger and Steyn. Lord Salisbury hints at decline with cordial politeness. Henry White, the U S charge d affaires, received a formal Brit ish rejection at the Foreign Office.
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London
United States
Kruger
Steyn
South Africa
Lord Salisbury
Associated Press
Henry White
Foreign Office
Damages Sought Over Pole Fall Death At Lake Spring
James E. Ligans as administrator of George Washington Ligans sues Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Co for 5000 dollars in the circuit court over injuries from a pole fall near Lake Spring that led to Ligans death. Case set for April term.
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George Washington Ligans
Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company
Lake Spring
James BE. Ligans
R. C. Brearnes
Telephone Company
Tragic Starvation Case Ends With Aid For Widow
Chicago March 13 Mrs Mary Lynch died from starvation as a policeman brought food when it was too late. Inside the room the seven year old son knelt by his mother pleading with God to feed her so she could live with him.
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Chicago
Mary Lynch
Willow
Dr Cady's Condition Powders for Horses Sale Ad
An advertisement touts Dr Cady's Condition Powders as tonic blood purifier and vermifuge for horses in bad condition. It claims the powder is medicine not food and offers it at 25 cents per package sold by W T Younger. Also notes cakes available at FP D Hurts.
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W. T. Younger
Washington Letter on Nicaragua Canal Treaty Debates and US Policy
The column analyzes Senate moves on the Nicaragua Canal treaty, noting Democratic endorsement of the amended pact, questions about US sympathy for England, and the potential impact on ratification. It covers McKinley’s tariff maneuvers for Porto Rico, debates over reciprocity with France, possible scapegoating of Secretary Hay, and related political jockeying. It cites Gen. Wheeler’s resignation, a Miles promotion bill, and House-Senate seat shifts amid partisan tensions.
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Nicaragua Canal
Davis
Senate
England
Mason
American Senate
Joe Wheeler
McKinley
Gen. Wheeler
Philippines
Congress
House
United States
Porto Rico
France
Committee On Finance
Mr. McKinley
Hay
Gen
Miles
Senator Lodge
Representative Moody
Massachusetts
Curuun
Hawaii
Pitiable Case of Destitution Found in Straw Stack
Berryville Virginia March 13 a striking case of destitution was uncovered when Jacquline Ware discovered a straw stack hole containing Miss Marshie Dove nearly dead from cold and hunger. She had lived there for about three weeks with only snow for nourishment and falling frost on one arm and leg, unable to walk without help.
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Berryville
Jacquline 8
Ware
Marshie Dove
Messrs
Albin
William
Jack Dove
Clarke County
Mr. Tysons Freak Calf From Hamper Notes No Eyes Tail
Mr Grafton Tyson of Hickory Avenue Hamper reports a calf born Sunday morning that has no eyes and no tail yet moves freely in the stable. The animal is ordinary in size and otherwise appears healthy with a perfectly formed head and belly.
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Grafton Tyson
Hickory Avenue
Hamper
Baltimore Sun
Hartberger Bargain House Furnisher Announces Move Delay
Hartberger urges customers to visit the old store at 32 Salem avenue for bargains due to delays at the new store room 157 Salem avenue. The notice highlights new baby carriages and a large stock of druggers offered at surprising prices as the delay extends to about April 1.
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Salem Avenue
Luxurious bureaucracy in Cuba noted by Havana paper
A Havana newspaper contends that Americans have merely established a luxurious bureaucracy in Cuba, suggesting limited progress and warning that the situation is far from over.
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Havana
Cuba
Frankfort notes bransfield bertram death plot and Beckham guard
A March 13 letter to State's Attorney Robert B. Franklin reports Breckenridge County Sheriff Bransfield Bertram died of pneumonia and allegedly knew of a murder plot against William Goebel. Twenty five men drew beans to choose the killer. Warnings were ignored. Detectives pursue the clue. J C W Beckham supporters form a state guard with city clerk Ben Marshall enlisting men as special police amid reports of orders to arrest Beckham and other Democratic leaders, with armed soldiers at the Capitol.
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Frankfort
Robert B. Franklin
Bransfield Bertram
Breckenridge County
William Goebel
Goebel
J. C. W. Beckham
Ben Marshall
Taylor
Beckham
Captain Marshall
Advertising Drives Epring Goods Market Interest
With new spring goods arriving buyers face indecision and advertising becomes essential. Attractively displayed items still need promotion to resolve doubts and steer purchasers toward making a final choice, per the Philadelphia Record.
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Philadelphia Record
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Lowell, Mass
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