Rail fare debate sweeps West Virginia politics in 1907
In a burst of editorials from Surramamtown W V, August 6 1907 the Shyhersoon Big L criticizes federal judges for influence over rail policy while naming gubernatorial hopefuls such as Stuart W Walker of Martineburg. The piece notes Ontario fare reductions, praises Virginia and North Carolina governors, and reports the two cent passenger rate gaining ground as railroads concede under state pressure with Judge Landis verdict cited. It also mentions John Sharpe Williams victory in Mississippi and Standard Oil fine, urging accountability for monopolies.
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Virginia
Pritchard
State Corporation Commission
Swanson
Thep
N.& Wo
Southern
Hays
Tragic Death of Shepardstown Wife Sparks Wide Sympathy
West Virginia and neighboring editors publish condolence tributes for Mrs. H. L. Snyder of the Shepherdstown Register after a Sunday afternoon accident on the road to Sunday school. The bereaved husband and five children receive heartfelt support from the newspaper fraternity and community leaders across the state.
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Sweet
West Virginia
Harry L. Snyder
Shephardstown, Register
Snyder
Fairmont West
HL. Royster
Shepherdstown
H. L. Basie
Shepherdstown Register
Jefferson County
W. Va
Herreilot
Dad
Weeling
Harry J. Snyder
Grafton
Harry Snyder
Charleston
The
Journal Nates
H. L. Snyder
Prestow Journal
Catarrh Cure and Prohibition Law Headlines
Readers learn Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a cure in all stages of catarrh with a $100 reward offer if failing. Georgia legislature enacts a strict prohibition law to curb whiskey and beer, effective next January. Also notes Jefferson's health rule for hot weather and Kudol for indigestion, plus a graded marriage license bill with escalating fees by age.
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Georgia
J. W. Taylor
Hay Fever Remedies and Storm Toll Across States
Victims of hay fever may find relief with Foley's Honey and Tar promising immediate breathing aid. Reports say fierce storms hit Western states Tuesday night, causing fatalities in Iowa and Illinois as medical remedies like Bly's Cream Balm and Liquid Cream Balm are advertised.
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Foley
Hill
Towa
Illinois
Amazing English Clock Claims 2000-Year Run
An English inventor built a clock said to run 2000 years powered by a gold leaf piece and a small quantum of radium salt. It allegedly keeps correct time for about one thousand dollars to make. The ad praises Hoxtetter's Stomach Ditter as a universal remedy for headaches, indigestion, and related ailments, claiming a trial will prove its efficacy under the 1906 drug act. Judge John Jay Jackson celebrated his 881st birthday at his Parkersburg home last Saturday and remains in good health.
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H. I. Spyder
Shepherdstown
Bro. Snyder
Alaogous
Y.M. CA
Berkeley Springs
Ust
Hoxtetter
Com
John Jay Tackson
Parkersburg
George E. Repp
Dayton
Ohio
Eutie F. Garman
Shady Grove
Waynesboro
Dr. Repp
Clay Hill
Mica Garman
Greencastle
Miss Garman
Old Sweet Heart
Wald
CIA
Eame Place
Jefferson
Hida
County Court of
and Jefferies County
Charkie Town
W. Va
M. Ays
Remains of Civil War Soldiers Unearthed Near Sharpsburg
A local effort to identify six to seven soldiers buried on the David Laith farm near Sharpsburg continues. Names are being established, and a plan to reinter the remains is discussed with potential memorials and a Confederate cemetery option. The letter from J. W. Baunson, secretary of the Pee Dee Light Artillery, expresses gratitude for aid and asks guidance on reburial logistics and costs.
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M_ E
Sharpsburg
John Otto
David Laith
Suavely
Pronince
Mu. M. E
Dean Smm
Pee Dee Light Artillery
McIntosh
D.G. McIntosh
Baxter
Tom
Napoleon
Tam
J. W. Baunsox
Association
McIntosh Battery
Local notes and obituaries mark town life and reunions
Residents send best wishes to Snyder family and celebrate neighbors, with notes on a streetlight and street weeds, a battlefield visitor Captain Yeats, and ongoing travel. Reports cover a house fire insurance, farm repairs, harvest, and a funeral for Mr. Joseph Gross. Public events include a campfire and dance near Burnside Bridge.
Surplus in Federal Receipts and Debates on 1907 Funds
The article discusses a large surplus in federal receipts for the fiscal year 1907, with estimates indicating receipts exceed expenditures by tens of millions. It notes a cumulative surplus since 1900 of about $274 million, questions government handling of the surplus, and suggests funds are deposited in banks and loaned back at interest. It urges citizen concern over such management.
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Eearly
Shaw
Actus
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