Stumph & Lyford furniture store to close in Washington
EF. B. Stumph announces the dissolution of the Stumph & Lyford furniture business in Washington. He will sell stock at reduced prices to secure quick purchases and asks customers to settle accounts before January first. He cites outside interests demanding his full time and cordial relations with Washington buyers.
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No Terror for McCue Son Visitor Among Admission Denied
Virginia reports detail J Samuel McCue’s return to jail after his wife murder verdict with no sign of agitation. His eldest son William was allowed to visit, while others were barred, as legal analysts debate a possible new trial and its chances. The piece notes juror discussions and a broader media frenzy surrounding the case.
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Western Union
Suspect Held After Perjury Charge in Prosecution
A man linked to the One Anti-Saloon League was jailed on a perjury charge following his Sunday arrest at a saloon. His testimony conflicted with the officers' account, and the judge ordered him committed for trial on perjury.
Carnegie Gift Aids Organ for Babcock Memorial Church
Rev Carl W Scovel reports Andrew Carnegie promised 1500 dollars for installing an organ in the new Babcock Memorial Presbyterian Church in Baltimore. The gift arrives on condition of a matching local fund and completes the organ project for the memorial to the late Rev Matthie D Babcock, who died during illness in Cairo. The church cost 55000 to build and was erected by Admiral Dr Babenck note.
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Carl W. Scovel
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Memorial Presbyterian Church
Andrew Carnegie
Matthie D. Babcock
New York
Cairo
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The Root of the Matter Dyspepsia Tablets Advert
An Eastern business man suffers chronic stomach trouble and kidney strain from overwork and poor habits. After trying various physicians, he uses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets, reporting better appetite, sleep, and digestion within a week. Proponent cites ingredients aseptic pepsin and malt diastase and notes broad availability in the US, Canada, and Britain.
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Canada
Great Britain
Shot by wronged husband in quarrel over wife in Clarksburg
Tar Allen returned home to find his wife with Marence Davis. He fired five shots, one hit Davis in the left side andHe died. Allen surrendered to police. Davis was taken to Harrison County Hospital and left between life and death. Both men are known in sporting circles.
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Clarksburg
W. Va
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Marence Davis
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Harrisom County
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Gayuarters
Two Killed in Wreck near Walton Roanoke
A wreck near Walton thirty five miles west of Roanoke on November 6 killed Engineer E B Lynch and Fireman J H Kipps. A brakeman was badly injured when the train ran into an open switch and the engine overturned. Lynch resided at Roanoke and leaves a young widow. Kipps lived in Christiansburg and was on his first trip having started work last night.
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Christiansburg
Dead Man Was His Brother In Washington Post Report
Newport News Virginia November 6 Special to The Washington Post H L Campbell connected with the Philadelphia Press arrives to probe the death of John Gardner found unconscious on the river shore near the Beach saloon Gardner lay in hospital asleep for 128 hours before death revealed a terrible blow to the head Campbell believes the murdered man was a brother and brought photographs easily identified by locals The body will not be disinterred. pedal to The Washington Fest Hagerstown Maryland Charles W Hoffman son of late Joseph Hoffman wealthy banker died this afternoon at his mother's home in Hagerstown aged forty four He suffered a stroke of apoplexy Friday afternoon He was a teller in the Hoffman and Havey Bank for many years He was brother of Justice Ernest Hoffman Edwards Hoffman Mrs Dr A P Stauffer Mrs Dr Edgar A Firey and Worthington Hoffman of Hagerstown Dr Clarence Hoffman and Miss Nettie Hoffman of Baltimore
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Hagerstown
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Joseph Hoffman
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Hoffman & Havey Bank
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Edwards Hoffman
A. P. Stauffer
Edgar A. Firey
Worthington Hoffman
Clarence Hoffman
Nettie Hoffman
Baltimore
Union Chapel rededicated in Corbett Addition, Hagerstown
The Union Chapel in Corbetts Addition Hagerstown was enlarged and rededicated with Rev J M Tombaugh of the First Brethren Church delivering the sermon. Local clergymen assisted and the chapel debt was wiped out. In Cumberland a one legged Black man named Green was shot and killed by Moses Hawkins who surrendered claiming self defense after Green allegedly attacked with a razor.
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Alexandria News Briefs Include Arrests and Local Campaigns
In Alexandria Virginia Robert Reeves, a colored man, is jailed on a charge from his wife alleging improper relations with her daughter Christine Reeves who is said to be twelve and in a delicate condition. Reeves claims the girl is fifteen and that she behaved with several boys. He is defended by Lewis H. Mucheni. Also reported are a raid on German Fried-Flore on King Street with two men, Henry Thomas and Siuey Despert, and arrests after a pursuit into Washington. Other items note political campaigning in Warrenton and Vienna with speeches by John F. Rixey and others, a funeral for Conductor Frank I. Harbaugh, a railroad accident in Hagerstown, and a man fatally injured by a falling skull from a thrown stone in Huntington. A Virginia couple from Pittsylvania eloped to Pelham, North Carolina, and wed.
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Siiney Despert
King Street
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John H. Gordon
Baltimore and Obio
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Mayhew
Gill
G. Carlin
Warrenton
Be Self Confident the Key to Career Success
The story shows James and Joseph Murphy from Ireland to Minnesota and beyond. It argues young workers fail from fear and lack of grit, while bold self reliance and steady effort advance careers, as Joseph rises from clerk to mail division superintendent and James loses his chance.
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James Murphy
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Autographs Bring High Prices at Philadelphia Auction
The Hampton Ltarson autograph collection sold on Wednesday with top sums for historic items. Notable pieces included Grorkee ington and Randolph letters, the proclamation by Samuel Gurtington and a Thomas Lys signer of the Declaration, with other autographs of presidents and notable figures fetching substantial bids.
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Lober
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Julia
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Arnold
Thomas Lyssigner
South Carolina
London
Andrew Jackson
Preside Taylor
Li Washingto
Port Dore'sin
France
Philadelphia
Barvatad Taslup
Hoangkore
John Freemeal Whittie
Ch. Jr. Neene
The Post's Election News Tuesday Night
Washingtonians are invited to a gathering in front of The Post to receive the latest election news. A huge stereophonic display will flash the returns and entertainment will be provided with specially prepared pictures for the occasion. The Post will publish bulletins from the Associated Press and other sources.
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