Dem congressman, exchanges in south and national politics
A sprawling editorial mix discusses Hon. Arthur Sewall's death near Bath Maine lines about the 1906 vice presidential race and Republican criticisms. It cites Ex Speaker Reed on McKinley and Bryan support in Cumberland Maryland, roars about Parson Massey and Gen Rosser, and notes Roanoke and Salem Democratic clubs. It contrasts Democratic policies with Republican governance in Virginia and critiques press stances, concluding with reflections on war, prophecy, and open-door commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Sewall
Bath
Maine
Salem College opens with prayers and speeches in Roanoke City
Morning exercises for the IIth year at the Salem College will feature Chief Cyoble, Major Ali, and Rev. Chas. Bell, with the public addressing Salem churches and Dreher making remarks. Attendance is hoped to be large as carpenters and painters finish preparations while public schools also reopen locally. The piece references Secretary Alger and Theodore Roosevelt in a revived 1898 exchange praising the volunteer army and critiquing comparisons to regulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hine Weloek
She College
Otey
Zreeman
Maj. Ali
Chas. K. Bell
Churches of
Salem
Dreher
Everthing
Jmmer
Roanoke County
Roanoke College
Alger
Theodore Roosevelt
New York Journal
War Department
Santiago
Wheeler
Calvary
Rough Riders
Porto Rivo
Porto Rico
Theodore Roosev
Regular Army
Volunteer Army
Kh. A. Alger
P.roster
Sallie S. Webber
H. A. Webber
College
C.C. Murray
M. Snyder
James Snyder
Sallie
Webber
R. H. Logan
Deptide
Pleasant Sunday school picnic at Hannah grove
About 75 members of the Indiana Street Sunday school gathered at 8 AM for a ride to the Waverly home of J. L. Hannah. They enjoyed games, a bountiful meal, and lemonade by Brother John Stevens, then shared melons at 5:30 PM, thanking neighbors and melon-growers for their generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iodiana Street
Waverly
J. L. Hannah
John Stevens
Bro
John
Jef
Ballard
T.R
Ono
Local Residents Head Home and Site Upgrades Noted
Mrs J A Sumpter remains ill with fever and is not improving. Mrs fr Lacy Hoge leaves to visit relatives in Singer then Concord NC. Mrs 8 Alice Tabb Miss Alice Oust Tom T Oust Jr return to Portsmouth. Ad ClIy from Valtiamore visits Capt Sunpter's. Cross ponds and grade work proceed as Elliston plans depart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Sumpter
Fr. Lacy Hoge
Col
A.J. Deverle
Singer
Charles Chapman
Concord
N.C
Alice Tabb
Alice Oust
Tom T. Oust, Jr
Chas, Deverle
Portsmouth
Miss Oust
Onpoke Tee
Ad Cliy
Valtiamore
Manon
Capt. Sunpter
Cross Ponds
Elliston
Large stock to be sold by the pound at bargain prices
Large stock arrives and will be offered by the pound at bargain prices. Readers urged not to miss these deals. If unable to attend, write to Slot Roanoke Mercastine Co. for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roanoke Mercastine Co
Burke Poksimneees Ee Clothing Co
Bradfield Regulator Promoted for Women’s Health
An advertisement extols Bradfield’s Female Regulator as a safe quick remedy for ailing reproductive organs and related symptoms. It claims benefits for hysteria nervous headaches backache and general weakness, urging women to seek the medicine at drug stores for a dollar a bottle. The notice includes a free sample offer and a testimonial tone from The Bradfield Regulator Co of Atlanta Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradsfield
McKinley and Russia China policy amid campaign furor
In a heated political analysis, the piece accuses McKinley of using Russia and England to manage public opinion on China policy, mocks official denials about troop withdrawals, and notes Hay and Adee alignment. It also critiques Croker’s bets on Bryan, Hanna’s influence, and Washington banners versus national campaign banners. It mentions Manila, the Philippines war, and star route contracts in post office reform debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Russia
England
Ruessia
China
Europe
Washington
United States
Pekin
Hay
Adee
Root
Chris
New York
House
Croker
Bryan
Stevenson
Col. Bryan
Gen. Olis
Joe Wheeler
Department of the Lakes
Manila
Philippines
Philips Pines
Hanna
Mr. McKinley
West Virginia
Steve Elkins
Elkins
Post Office Department
Peru City Council bans street courtship as misdemeanor
The Peru City Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting gatherings on city streets for courting or carrying on courtship. Offenders face a misdemeanor charge with a fine of 3 to 100 dollars per offense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Council of
Peru
TIL
Atrocities in China Spark Alarm Over Allied Troops
A dispatch from Taku Hives reports widespread looting, arson, and massacre as allied forces advance from Tientsin to Pekin. Russians framed as worst offenders with Cossacks brutalizing civilians. Washington debates withdrawal while some powers oppose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Taku
Tientsin
Pekin
Washington
Chaffee
Germany
Italy
Austria
England
Russia
United States
Notice of bankruptcy for I N Rick in Roanoke
In the matter of I N Rick bankrupt the creditors are notified that Rick was adjudicated bankrupt on August 28 in Roanoke. The first meeting of creditors will be held September 20 at the Terry Building Roanoke at 10 o clock for proving claims appointing a trustee examining the bankrupt and transacting other business. Referee in Bankruptcy G H Purny?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Tyrol
Austrian Alps
Frohman
White Horse Tavern
Roanoke Academy
Frederic Bond
I. N. Rick
Roanoke
Rec
Hoanoke
Terry Building
Roa- Hoke
G. H. Prn
District Court OF the United States
District of
Fennel
A. J
BR. BR. Fennel
Eall
Hollins
Salem
Roanoke City
John W. Day
Roanoke County
Preston
White Streets
L. Nininger
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Rene Aregaster
Reed
Committee On Ways and Means
Wellington
Maryland
Cumberland
Massey
T. L. Rosser
Charlottsville
Gen. Rosser
Gov. Pingree
Michigan
Republic
Demcracy
Bristol News
Virginia
Virginia Iron, Coal and Coke Company
Washington Post
Republic of the Scipios
Civsars
Augustus Cwsar
Pleasure Bent
Elliston Notes
Bradiels Regulator
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Laata, Ga
Wassington
Flair
Ayer
Matti Mow
Burlington, N.C
U.aver
Lowell, Mass
Allice
Burn
Ravish
Deso
General Chaffee
Tung Chow
Wt. Penn
Roterosky
Poland
Albert
Cave Spring, Va
M. F. Huff
Tom's Creek
Salem Steam Tannery
J. F. Youngman
W. 8. Agner Co
W. O. Johnston
Salem, VA
Fant Trem Ovens Avavet
Globe Telegraph College
Lexington
Irginia
Circuit Court
County of
Virginia M. Heslep
A. J. Meslep
John K. Heslep
Nannie J. Heslop
Plalotitts
Aquinst
J.P. Stanley
Bruce Loving
J. Flom Loving
Lillian L. Thomas
W. Thomas
Mra. Nettie Loving
Kent Loving
Saran, Lewis
Wiley Loving
W. W. Ballard
Jos. KE. Pepper
Jane DB. Kent
Dea
Jane I. Kent
J. Flem Loving
J. From Loving
Onokren
Denit
H. Loar
MO. M. Oakey
East Main Street
Killian & Kizer
Illian Ize Rew
Main St
Balem, Vas
Spa
Beller & Hart
Roanoke. VA
County of Hoanoke
Joseph W. Berry
Andrew MceGechan
Harriet McGechan
Harriet King
Margaret F. Atkina
Margaret F. Kin
James A. Atking
O. V. Well
G. V. King
Geo. W. Powell
v.Allett
Mary V. Kian
Stephen Willett
Sallie F. King
Joseph BR
King
Jordan Woodrum
Jos
Tae
Plaintie
Coats
Joseph J. King
Joseph
Maret FP. Atkine
James A. Adkins
Om Timeos Register
Ted
Shada Chas
D, Denit
W. W. Tiallard
Prustee
E. Wile
One-Price Clothier & Furnisher
N. E. Cor
Campbell Ave
Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA
Harrisburg Root & “Hun. Uv
Kimball & Baker and
Hathaway Soul & Harrington
W.S. Beal & CO
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