Harris Found Guilty on Manslaughter Charge in Warrenton
Four years in the state penitentiary for Prof J D Harris after a jury found him guilty of manslaughter in the shooting death of Thompson. The verdict was delivered on the first ballot amid self defense instructions from Judge Turner. Harris was released on bond and left for Norfolk as an appeal was granted.
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Thorson
Two Trainmen Fatally Hurt in Baltimore Junction Incident
A Baltimore work accident left Will Young aged 18 and Wingard Torchmind injured whenCaught between cars and crushed between a cart. Weimer and Foreman Rockwood survived, but Young died hours later at Western May Hospital. The incident occurred near Connelysyilte on the Baltimore and Ohio line Friday evening.
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Washington Post
Wmberland
Baltimore
Will Young
Weimer
Jemersdorse Wingard
Rockwood
Onley
Allegany Democrats Name Candidates for State Senate Vacancies
The Allegany Democratic committee selected Clayton Purnell of Frost and Herman D Bigmeyer of Cumberland for state senate vacancies. Otho Smith of Cumberland was chosen for county commissioner in place of William Yt Bruce, who declined. other selections and declines noted.
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Washington
Allegany Democratic
Clayton Purnell
Frost
Herman D Bigmeyer Cumberland
Otho Smith
Cunberland
William
Bruce Cumberl
Don’t Wear A Truss Promises Cure Appliance Promotion
Advertisement for a rupture treatment device by Brooks of Marmart Mey Troan. Claims 30 years’ experience and offers an illustrated booklet, free coupon, and testimonials. Includes appeals to men women and children and urges sending details to obtain prices and success stories.
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Brooks
Cradle tale at state Daughters of the Confederacy meeting
A report from Morgantown West Virginia notes a cradle discovery linked to Stonewall Jackson at Clarksburg and a photograph to be sent to the Confederate Museum. List of state officers elected includes Mrs Jonnie Price and Mary Scribbling with Morgan town Mary Worting as historian. The Martinsburg meeting next year is announced.
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Washington Post
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Clarksburg
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Daughters of the Confederacy
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Tichmond
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Jonnie Price
Riverside Club Coronation Ball and Tournament Honors
A Petersburg report describes a Riverside Club tournament with knights mounted for a coronation event. BH Mawn presided as charge to the knights, with several judges. R R Frreivall, HL Slanor, SBE Green Jr, Shomad Holders named among knights. Miss Roe Heath crowned queen of love and beauty. Miss Warfeld Crenshaw first maid of honor. Miss Emma Osborne Brand second maid. Miss Tula Motwaine named third maid of honor.
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Commonwealth
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J Meck Ruthn
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R. R Frreivall
Southskde
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Fitchmond
The
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Louisville
Misa
Tula Motiwaine
Lawyers Thoorse Boyd Appeal for Hunter Boyd Re Election
A special to The Washington Post from Cumberland France October 2 reports an appeal circulating to voters in the Fourth Judicial Circuit for the reelection of Chief Judge Hunter Boyd. Signers from Baltimore and surrounding counties include prominent Republicans and Democratic nominees. the list tallies dozens from Anne Arundel, Calvert, Cecil, Montgomery, Prince George, and others.
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Washington Post
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Baltigora Jetty
George R. Gaither
United States
George W Whitlock
Frederick T' Dorian
Bettsmore City
Hanover for 600d roads track farmers awake to necessity
A mammoth good roads meeting was held today in Hanover County with State Good Roads Association leaders and many enthusiasts. Hanover farmers, including a Richmond party, urged improved highways to cut transportation costs and aid marketing of produce. No action was set, but future meetings were planned to pursue results.
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Washington Post
Tehmond ‘Vard
Santoy
Hanover County
Good Roads Associat
Hhiding
Lassiter Wers Prevent
Hanover
Indiana Woman's Address Ties Clow to Frye Spemalut Relatives
William Cooper was found dead in the basement of the All Nation saloon. His mother slept in the same room and made the discovery. Alcoholism likely caused his death. Dr Cooper was an eye specialist who traveled fitting glasses. No known zebra relatives or friends. The only clue in his clothing was the address of Lena Gotate Rheperd RF D of Martent Ind.
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Washington Post
Clarksburg
William Cooper
All Nation
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Lena Gotate
Martent
Accused Slayer of Six Implicated in Flight Plan
Bluefield West Virginia October 2 The wife of Howard Little charged with murder of Aunt Betsey Justis and others testified that he murdered Meadows. She says he washed bloody clothes the night of the crime and threatened to kill her if she spoke. She aided a plan to flee with money and clothing preparations for a westward move. Requisition papers filed. Little to be moved to Lebanon for trial.
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Swamp-Root Kidney Remedy Promised Free Sample Bottle
Thousands of women suffer kidney trouble without knowing it, leading to back pain headaches and nervousness. Swamp Root, a kidney liver and bladder remedy, is claimed to restore strength and vitality. readers can request a free sample by mail and buy regular or larger bottles at drug stores.
Alexandria Brakeman Dies After Fall From Car
National Guard and local officials report a brakeman named E. W. Dent, age three, died after falling from a car in Potomac Yard north of Alexandria. He was taken to Alexandria Hospital where he died. Ambulance misdirection delayed care. Dent, unmarried, survived by his parents and sister. He worked as a brakeman in Potomac Yard.
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Washington Post Bureau
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Hoanlcal
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Prohebitive Rates Alleged in Richmond Trade Fight
Old Dominion Steamship Company accused of monopolizing freight to Richmond by water and charging higher rates than rail. John Freeman of the Chamber urged a city wharf to handle all water shipments, with a meeting set for October 10 to discuss the resolution.
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Old Dominion
Richmond
Old Dominion Stesmelup Company
John © Freeman
Her of Commerce
James River Improvement Committee
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Parmonia Treaman
Maryland Weddings Rockville Oct 2 Miss Dil and George Nailet Wed
In Rockville this morning at the Southern Methodist Church parsonage Rev W D Keene married Miss Dil May Holts and George Henry Nailet both of Mar tusturs W Vs. The ceremony was at the minister’s home with Miss Mary Lee Bond of Laurel and Spencer T Windham of Burnt Mills present. Another couple tied the knot in the county during the week under Rev L La Roche.
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Dil May Holts
George Henry Nailet
Martusturs
W D Keene
Southern Methodist Church
Mary Lee Bond
Laurel
Spencer T Windham
Burnt Mills
L. la Roche
Wagerstown
Margaret E .Coderman
Thomas Widdows
St. Paul's
HT Mowbray
Maugansville
Frostburg
Edward Taylor
Corigs
Lulu Conrads
Midlothan
George E. Maydwell
Niscopal
May
Boy Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Knoxville Case
Carroll Peare a 10 year old boy was found guilty of manslaughter in the shooting of his stepfather Parks Witord in Knoxville. The jury recommended mercy and the court deferred final action. The incident followed Willard Willard allegedly kicking the boy at the supper table and the boy retreating to a chest before the weapons were seized.
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Maryland Obituary Fragments From Rockville and Montgomery County
Rochville October 2 Mrs Sarah Day wife of James Willson Day died yesterday at her Lewisdale home aged 70 after paralysis Surviving her are her husband and a daughter Mrs Dallas Wathing of Lawlydate land the following well known citizens of this county James H Day Charley F Day Titus W Day Franklin B Day and Dorsey W Das L Belk Ward a leading citizen of Montgomery county and for many years a merchant at Hunting Hill four miles from Rockville died suddenly at his home last evening of apoplexy aged 69 Surviving him are his wife and the following namely Frank Ward a merchant at Purcellville Va Porter Ward and Misses Myrtle Frances Mercy and Katie Ward Hagerstown October 2 Mrs Rebecca Witgert wife of the Reverend IT Wingert died at her home at Five Forks yesterday aged She was married six year ago and for years was a member of the Ryer Brethren Church of Which her husband is a minister She is mourned by her husband and five children
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James Willson Day
Lewisdale
Dallas Wathing
Lawlydate
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Titus
Cranklin
Dorsey
Das L. Belk Ward
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Rockville
Witeen Frank Ward
Purcellville
Porter Ward
Myrtle Frances
Mercy
Katie Ward
Hagerstown
Rebecca Witgert
Five Forks
Ahe Ryer Brethren Church
Headache From Indigestion Warned By Advertiser
An advertiser claims stomach trouble causes headaches and urges treatment by removing the stomach disorder rather than using headache powders. The piece critiques common remedies containing depressants, warns of heart risk, and promotes a trial package from A Mart Co at 15 Storrs Building, Marsh2 Mich.
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Sean Ak
Bmart Co
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Marsh2
Mich
Robbed During Parade in Salisbury Jewel Theft
Jewels valued at $1000 were stolen from the home of Mr Joe Gorman in Salisbury while the family watched a siren parade. Entry was gained by unlocking a door. Two other nearby dwellings were robbed in a similar manner. thieves escaped.
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Washington Post
Salisbury
Joe Gorman
Republicans Fail to Nominate in Virginia Campaign
In Nansemond and neighboring counties Republicans discussed a slate with George Llosa Barton from Maryland challenging Col J B West for the general assembly. Stafford and King George Republicans failed to nominate delegates, as Chesley declined, then J B H Jones declined, adjournment followed, while Democrats led by Moncure of Stafford plan campaigns at Spotsylvania Courthouse and Brodericksburg hosts and Caroline County’s Harris declined to accept the House seat challenge.
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Aea
George Llosa Barton
Ofastern Shore of
Maryland
Col J BW West
Democratis Nomiitee
General Assembly
Stafford
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House of Delegates
Wntion
HG Chesley
J BH Jones
ARC Ll. Moncure
House
WA Jones
Warsaw
Tf J Dorning
Lancaster County
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Bere
Beapt Kent
Apeak
Brodericksburg
CM Harris
Repiblicans
Caroline County
Accenty
Teaver
D B Rowers, Jr
Virginia obituary notes and political statement from Cabell
Obituary notices from Richmond Winchester and Harpers Ferry report deaths of John Williams Cringer, a retired merchant educated at VMI, and Mrs. Hilda Adams, widow of John Adams, both aged about the mid seventies to early seventies, with survivors including children. Royal E Cabell, Virginia revenue commissioner, declines Republican campaign speeches to focus on drafting tax collection regulations.
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Royal E. Cabell
Internal Revenue
Yeaterday
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