Limiting Franchise Seeks Harmony Among Factions
A fragmented report notes Governor Smith leads with a 31 vote margin in Sinantal Caveus late, while Syew Revice of Republicnes pushes a compromise. The article mentions Gar Oiwns and Crothets’ majority at about 300, with Carver and George named in the power struggle.
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Syew
Republicnes
Askoi
Gov. Smith Sere
Sinantal Caveus
Ar. Thine Gar Oiwns Crothets
Taai Ier Carver Mrirge George
Plunged Over Embankment In Storm Tragedy Near West River
Specks Theasia Lee Aimapolis Md Rev T At a Dridge near West River that night carriage Peih Twenmren two children mud Upker dua Arown by two horses phinked over tennty-rene embankment In the alutkiveki and storm both Darpea wri Pkilled occupants of the vehicle pound wath brulee. The party, ten [oa and hose woes, were on way to the funeral of Grorga Hlnesamratitt At Davbivmevilie. They were waned upon leaving Anoepoils that the trip yaa hweuidous at uns time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theasia Lee
Aimapolis
West River
Peih
Rm Tennty-Rene Embankment
Grorga Hlnesamratitt
Davbivmevilie
Maids and Gems Vanish In Strang Theft Case
A young servant named Servane is said to have vanished after a jewelry theft at an isolated residence. A man named Lane is accused of breaking in and stealing $5 in jewelry while the woman disappeared, with authorities and witnesses noting a tense scene and a search underway.
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A. Blane
Mbt
Land
Lane Muredler
Germany
Bland Iki
Wei
Herrsif
Mae Sore
aLan
Death notices and court items from a late 19th century issue
Items report the death of Rev. G. A. Nisdorf after years of illness at Lutheran mine service. A grand jury returns a murder charge against Nan Hil Halon for killing a newborn infant. A rate hearing continuation is ordered for the Southern Railway. Norfolk’s Pine Association elects a new secretary as John Ve Welker resigns. A Norfolk liquor dealer bankruptcy petition is filed with details on unsecured claims.
School Board Considers Rationing School Hours
The Aterandria School Board met last night to discuss a proposal that would shorten the noon recess and set different school hours for white and colored children. President Hertart Bryant led the session as members debated the plan and voting lay ahead.
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Ey Ke Steck
Atheaniria
Aterandria School Board
Hertart Bryant
Anjhn
Caorten
Heceuz
P. M
Deranged by Overstudy and School Changes in Virginia
A district note reports scholars delayed by overwork at schools in Arlington Junction and Alexandria with schedules for colored and nonresident children from 9 to 12 30 and 1 30 to 3 40. It mentions a school policy change per a resolution and notes a suspect in custody after a theft trial, plus a sermon invitation from Rev. Fisher for Monroe Virginia. It also covers martial law tensions and a fire that destroyed several frame houses near Arlington Junction.
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Washington Son
Alexandria
Hehmond
C. BP. Piva
A. F. Fleet
Culver
Ind
Culver Institute
Witla Kuberts
Inet
Howe
Eversindy
Arlington Junction
Aleendrla Canty
Ara Yeaterdmy Caurn
Mail fraud guilty plea and local notices from Alexandria
CAPT POSLY fined for lying to mail authorities by flying the U S flag while not paying dues. Funeral for Benjamin Burgess noted with service details in Alexandria. Webster tract sale at auction near James Drummond property in Alexandria. Election canvass shows results for local congress and house delegates. Men's meeting at M E Church South to hear address by Rev Morton. American flag presentation to Bruntaville school by American Mechanics. Various hospital, funeral, and marriage notices from Alexandria and nearby areas.
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Benjamin Burgess
Benjamin
Saas Bureese
Washington
Burgess Mera
Ren Piere
Tormerly
Aleundrin
Ntra
Goenany
Vacarent
Webster
Bertlh
Yas
R. Knox
Wena
Torks Appellant
E. Church South
Janknon Morton
Chrisha Ghormh
M. E. Church South
Nate
Sutawa
Kentiat
Virginia Obituary Fragments From Ailing Valley Settlements
Fragmented obituary notes from Varina and surrounding counties record deaths and bereavements. Mentions include residents near Waterstr mer, Boroville, and Shun Gerte, with references to widows, widowers, and mourners. Names such as McCormirt, Bes, Hartisonborg, and McCaulley appear amid scattered dates and locations.
Centas Ale 9p Cougths And Colds Remedy Promoted
A dubious patent medicine claim describes Centas Ale for coughs and colds. The text credits a prominent doctor and outlines a toxic sounding concentrated oil formula mixed with whiskey. It warns of imitations and asserts the product is sold in half-ounce vials for medical use only.
ELECTED TO SENATE IN VIRGINIA DISTRICT RACE
Hartsville Virginia November 1 official returns show Democrats winning the senate seat in Alleghany and King district. Wilhelm Alien elected county attorney with a 46 vote lead over competing Republican. Democrats also win two of ten representational seats and substantial majorities across county offices.
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Bryant Hiv Hepublican
Hemocrati
Alleghany Ad. Craig
Sgers
Offon
Republi
Sane
Nantucket Storm Strikes New England Coast
Storm center moved over Block Island Nantucket felt a severe gale. Four schooners driven ashore as cables to Martha's Vineyard failed delaying land communication. Cape Cod and Block Island reported winds up to seventy two miles an hour. Chatham and Hyannis reported high tides. Nantucket's storm damaged the State built harbor breakwater, causing substantial destruction.
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New England
Nantucket
Muse
Block Island
Martha's ‘Vineyard
Wat
Saland
Boston
Boutherm
Cape Cod
Walt
Chatham
Pande Hole
Chathary
Bros
Stage Harbor
Thatnam
Hashor
Election night violence claims two police victims in Kentucky
In Lexington Kentucky Patrolman Michael Murphy died from a gunshot wound sustained during an election night clash. The earlier victim Clyde Campbell also died after being shot. Patrolman Smith is expected to recover as W R Sample, Clyde Campbell’s father, remains seriously wounded. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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Laxington
Mechael Murphy
Snl
Murphy
Clrteampbell
Campbell
Partrotinka Smith
W. R. Sampyel
Clyde
Election clash ends in shooting at polling place
A tense contest over Hopkins at the Tuedaye polls in Southwest Virginia led to a quarrel among workers. Ekesh, returning with a double barreled shotgun, shot Hopkins in the breast as Hopkins readied his pistol. Hopkins died. Skeen fled with help from Trend a. Authorities offer a reward for Bkest.
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Byatol
Hopkin
Wis
Hopkins
Hopking
Siem Clay
Skeen
Trenda
Virginia
Wire County
Ettora
Gay
Awasuon
Bkest
Thie Witte
Sheen
Texas Bank Suspends After Directors Action
A Texas bank suspended operations after a board meeting to protect depositors. W W Collier, a director, stated deposits would be paid in full as soon as assets allowed. The bank’s August 22 1907 report, audited by cashier W F Wood, showed resources of nearly 1 million dollars and deposits near 1.4 million.
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Woots National Bank
W. W. Collier
Ben
Aid
W. F. Wood
United States
Ixtures
Veteran Printer Leysoe Dies After Long Illness
Mr Leysoe, longtime engraver for Moreau of Engraving and Printing, is near death from heart disease at age 69. A New York City native, he lived at 2203 M Street NW and leaves a wife and ten children, plus extensive family members in the printing trade.
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Leysoe
Moreau
Laamen
M Street
Ilnesa
Ceriolus
Vanman
New York City
Then
Then, Fraterns
Dawelitera
Lantran
Lantean Enegraving Company
William H. Frank E. As Lap
Snl
Maurice H. Tanman Ma A
May Ei
Garran
Lulu L Laxman
Mire
J.P. Wsrd
Championship Billiards Crown Decides Close Race
St Lawra Nov 7 Lloyd Jevne won the championship billiards title with 40 points to 6 by Joseph Capron. Jevne led with a 46 point run and Capron had a 48 point best, the event continuing through the week for the $500 almond medal prize and other emblems.
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St. Lawra
Mora Shampionshipa
Lloyd Jevne
Wit
Joseph Capron
Levne
Avwrge
Caprea
Avehiec
Sxparta
Alemond
Onarea
Joréon W. Lauber
One Killed in 048 Wreck and Jail Sentences
Indianapolis dispatch reports one person killed and 34 injured when a Tinline Traction Line car wrecked near West Serva Terms for Asante Ypolirisci. The incident occurred after a sharp curve, with derailment and overturned cars. In other reports from Butte and Anacond, court actions include arraignments and pending sentences for labor and telecommunication offenses.
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Indianapolis, Inc
Dawid Bidor
Vortville
Ind
Indianapolis Tinlone Traction
West Serva
Asante Ypolirisci
Butte
Mont
United States
Une Seley
Matthew ‘T. Plunkett
Poet to sail from Quebec for England on Friday morning
Marcesi departs from Quebec bound for England aboard the Victorian Friday morning voyage. The exact date is November 1 and departure details are uncertain. Tickets were reserved at the last moment by wire, signaling a hurried travel plan.
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Marcesi
England
Montreal
Quates
Williamt Blar
Quebec
Burial customs in Manila described in vivid detail
The piece profiles Manila funeral practices under American rule, contrasting common and rich funeral customs. It recounts a mother with a pasteboard coffin carried by boys, a child’s death toll, and the ornate rites of wealthier families with bands and black carriages. It also notes the old wall vault cemeteries and the decline after typhoons, with rotation rents funding chaplains and cemetery upkeep.
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Flint
Tyne Pier Ham
Higwatha
Manila
Tiwag Gov. Tattelmeek
New Orleans
Old City
Galles
Alec
Jueke Scom
Great public singers and the legend of Michael Maybrick Adams
A glowing account of Michael Maybrick known as Adams in the world of song, celebrated for his bass baritone, stage history, and lasting impact. Recounts his early rise, roles, and a humorous onstage mishap with a pianist, noting his collaboration with conductor and pianist and his status among the era’s finest vocalists.
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New York
Ube
Michael Maybrick
Agrepnen Adams
Mave Prick Bas
Mapor
Ryle
Wight
Maybrick
Engiiehman
Nancy
Geing
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Remington Typewriter Company
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Washington, D, C
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