Swanson seeks Virginia governorship amid party rally
Washington Post Richmond dispatch reports Congressman Claude A Swanson solicits support for governor stating his aim to advance education and morality in Virginia. Gov Montague promotes direct secret ballot for U S Senator and pledges reform while Ellyson, current State Democratic chair, is expected to retain the post. Virginia sentiment favors dual primaries for state and municipal races to curb trading and boost turnout.
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Townley Allegedly Bribed Navy Officials to Secure Release
Complainant alleges Townley offered to arrange her husband Barry Halcott’s release from navy service for 700 dollars. Ruby Ford testified she paid Townley mid October in her room with witnesses present, Townley claiming payment would cover Father Doherty and other naval officers, and that the husband was with her by midnight. Other witnesses testified to the distribution of funds among clergy and officers, supporting the charge.
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Boy Lassoed Mule In Frolic Ends In Injury
Arthur Allen of Caroline County Virginia lassoed a two year old mule at a field near Fredericksburg imitating cowboys at an inaugural parade. The rope dragged him and the mule, the animal jumped a ditch, the boy was knocked unconscious for an hour and will take time to recover from his injuries.
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Arthur Allen
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Carolne County
South-bound Railway route to New South Line discussed
A Winston-Salem meeting on March 16 to build a railroad south from Winston-Salem to be called the South-bound Railway drew representatives from Winston-Salem High Point Lexington and other towns. After adjournment Davidson Richmond and other counties prepared funding estimates. Tonight reports say the road is practically assured with two likely routes via Lexington to Wadesboro or via High Point to Rockingham.
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Maryland School Tax Distributed to Counties
Annapels Md March 16 A distribution of the public school tax among Maryland counties for the quarter ended today has been announced. Amounts will be payable at the comptroller’s office on March 25. List shows Allegany 14873.76 Anne Arundel 29708.58 Baltimore City 120680.94 Baltimore County 22618.77 Calvert 8011.83 Caroline 4006.28 Carroll 38450.60 Charles 5177.57 Dorchester 7866.07 Frederick 318002.88 Garrett 5024.28 Harford 735.78 Howard 4280.80 Kent 4585.82 Montgomery 8100.?? Prince George 8125.27 Queen Anne 5196.41 Mary 35174.74 Somerset 7293.78 Talbot 5569.78 Washington 11933.75 Wicomico 6991.03 Worcester 5911.45 Total 200000
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Virginia Weddings Report From Farmville and Nearby Towns
Virginia weddings report several nuptials with local ties. Thomas V Edmunds wed Anna Hurd in Farmville at the bride’s home, previously residing in New York and Turkey Petersburg. Grace Darling Yerby and Frank Iyes married at St John’s rectory Leesburg with Evelyn Epes maid of honor and Richard Watts Marion best man. Charles W Stevans and Haile Waltera Wenner married at Lovetteville with plans to reside nearby. Mawels H Triplett and Wilburn Tid ter wed at Kernstown Methodist Church with a reception at the bride’s Kernstown home.
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Questionable Catarrh Remedy Claims Cure
Fragmented ad style text questions if a liquid catarrh remedy truly cures and warns against alcohol containing products. It attacks supposed cures like Smith's Triple in Cure and a catarrh cream, arguing they fail to cure, mislead buyers, and worsen symptoms.
Farm Fire Destroys Barn and Forage on Dorrance Property
A large barn on George M. Dorrance’s Brook Farm near Sandy Spring burned after 4 a.m. today, destroying hay, grain, tools, vehicles, and a sheep herd. Total loss about 4000 dollars, insured for 2400. A second fire at Dorrance’s barn earlier caused similar damage. an unknown male fled the scene and a possible arson motive is suspected.
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Bank to Reopen Doors After Examination Shows Strength
Fayetteville stockholders meet to reopen the Bank of Fayetteville around April 1 with capital at 100000 and a 40000 surplus. The bank reports a strong condition, surplus exceeding cashier and teller shortages, and directors approve resuming operations amid a cited local credit need.
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Alliance of Manufactures Meeting in Charlotte
The Alliance of Manufactures in Charlotte reports a large meeting of hardware and blind manufacturers from several Southern states aimed at mutual protection and closer contact. A banquet followed the session, with officials referring to broader Southern participation.
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Virginia Obituary Roundup From Roanoke to Warrenton
Virginia obituaries report Henry Swartzell of Bite Ridges Slotthes dying at home while feeding stock, Robert B. Hossy a seventy three year old prominent citizen, Joseph Blackwall in Warrenton area, Captain W. Hannah in Roanoke, and other local deaths including a Roanoke County game warden and a Bramsford County official. The notices note survivors and brief service details amid a span of dates in March.
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Cerpumtaie Battery
Fatal Duel on Highway Describes Tragic Collision
Fragments report a fatal duel on a highway leading to a deadly encounter. The text mentions cloaked phrases and uncertain names, with readers left to infer the outcome and involved parties from partial OCR remnants.
Mrs Cameron's Confederate Kin Ties and Foreign Royal Escort
The article recounts Mrs Cameron connected to Gen Francia H. Cameron of Richmond and Confederate officer history. It notes relationships to Canton China born relatives and U S Legation ties, with mentions of Fort Allen and Cavalry, maneuvers, and a bride preparing a trip.
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Death by Own Action Shocks Hagerstown City
Ames Davis a Civil War veteran aged sixty died this morning at his son in law Charles R Henson s home in Hagerstown by inhaling illuminating gas. Found lying across the bed with a hose in his mouth and another end attached to a gas jet. He discussed the death of James D Blair who killed himself yesterday and said gas would be an easier death. Davis was a former hotel keeper and was born in Hagerstown. His wife is listed as living.
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Alexandria Briefs Hurt, Train Collision Report Centered
Washington and Alexandria area notes recount a March 1906 railroad collision near Spring Park with multiple injuries and a death. Testimony covers southbound readopting conductor oversight, extra trains, and police figures. Funeral details for Archdrew Sullivan Rice provided.
Youthful Lovers Elope to Hagerstown
Special to The Washington Post from Batro nsburs Virginia reports William H. Gardner Jr and Lucy Williams of Batronsburs eloped with necessary papers and got married in Hagerstown on March 16. They fled due to their youthfulness and returned home soon after.
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Poole and Robbin noted in Maryland obituaries
In Maryland obituaries from March 15 and 18 at Sykesville Hyndman and nearby, Mrs Ages Poolle widow of W. Wi. Poole a leading county citizen dies at fifty six after long illness. Samuel Robbin aged sixty nine, a Civil War veteran and descendant of Gen Arthur St Glatt, noted for family ties and service.
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Fatal altercation over lump of coal in Charlotte
A reported fatal confrontation in Charlotte involving two men ends with one man killed after an altercation over a lump of coal. Authorities say the incident occurred this afternoon, with one suspect in custody.
Detectives Probe Flames Concealed Robbery Details
A Washington Post report from Norfolk and Cumberland describes secret anti vice men aiding a federal probe into a concealed robbery. The entry mentions a mail matter burn and gold bullion, plus arrests of Drewry and Whitehead on perjury warrants in Norfolk County Circuit Court.
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Controversy Over Legal Fees Intertwined With Alleged Rights
Roanoke and surrounding regions report a dispute between a city alderman and Beret Tiere over his right to collect Tata beoh fees. Tiuele claims title to the fees as owed, while the contended insists only an attorney’s fees are due. Washington Post item notes Hyattaville marriage and local banking role. Cumberland Maryland reports death of nonunion miner Wittard Sumen from a shooting on the way to work. Willan Kemp and other parties wounded. arrest of Gersmal Ticker in Cox Run.
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Pardon Board Grants Stay In Death Penalty Cases
Harrisburg March 1 The Pennsylvania Supreme Court sent the case of Samuel Greason colored under sentence of death in Reading for John Edwards murder back to Berks County Court. The Board of Pardons granted clemency in Greason’s case and also in that of Mrs Kate Awards white condemned to death for the same crime. The board’s decision grants acts on a stay pending the disposition by the Berks County court.
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Wife Pleads Guilty After Poison Attempt Trial Reading
Mrs Strickfaden pleaded guilty to attempting to poison her husband as letters to the jury influenced the case. The record notes a March date and references Vikky Otto related to the proceedings.
Conspired Corruption and Deaths Reported in Pittburgh Area
A chaotic scramble of criminal cases from Allegheny and Cleveland describes police superintendent accused of grafting and bribery, and a string of violent deaths and alleged suicides. The report lists names, places, and alleged acts across cities including Saginaw and Milwaukee, with multiple investigations and arrests.
Trial next day for Charles McCauley on complicity charges
Seven letters to Charles McCauley found tied to the af fair case were dated and carried love passages and urgent requests to disclose what had been told. McCauley faces trial tomorrow as the jury is reformed.
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Man Slaughter Verdict In Bridgeport Trial
Paul Herbert Schmidt was found guilty of manslaughter in Bridgeport, Illinois, after a trial for the murder of William Taylor on the Crittenton farm. The jury deliberated about an hour and a half before returning a nine to verdict, Schmidt had fled to Paducah, Kentucky after the crime and was captured there.
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Fragmented note on preuntonta weather remedies and care
The text discusses an unclear weather event and mentions crude remedies and a booklet on self care. It references a general cure for a sore and notes a medical booklet offered free or at low cost. Names and exact details are obscured in the fragment.
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