William Smith Dies in Texas Civil War Veteran
William T. Smith, about 78, of Capon Bridge, Hampshire County, a Confederate Army veteran, dies in Texas. His body to arrive in Winchester tomorrow at 12 10 noon and be taken to Mount Hebron Cemetery for 2 pm Sunday services led by Rev. Dr. W. H. Woods. He is survived by a widow and several other connections. his eldest son Albert Smith also died in Texas and was interred in Winchester.
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William T. Smith
Hampshire
Capon Bridgeing
W. H. Woods
Presbyterian Church
Taterment
Mount Hebron
Escheated funds pass to state in Virginia action
The state has recovered more than $28,500 from unclaimed funds escheated under a law. State Auditor C. Lee Moore announced the act, with Senators Byrd Winchester and Robertson noted as patrons. The Second Auditor handles claims each month. if no claims are approved after legal advertising, the money goes to support education in public schools.
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Richmond
Commonwealth
C. Lee Moore
Byrd
Cott Winchester
Robertson
Lexington
Grapes Demand Dwarfs Supply at Fredericksburg Farm
L petraves of Vinaysle farm near Fredericksburg faced a flood of orders from many counties cities and states after an ad offering grapes for sale. He could not accept new orders and would fill received requests in order to the extent of his supply. The grape boom hints at rising interest in home wine making this year.
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L. Petraves
Fredericksburg
Barrel incident injures man leaving eye blinded
Bernard Barry, three miles south of Charles Town West Virginia, was spraying a barrel when rust pierced his eye. He was treated by Dr. Mel Guire in Winchester and recommended transportation to Philadelphia for eye surgery. The note closes with condolences from friends. A monument is planned by Lawson Botts Chapter Dawc. Confederate event.
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Charles Town
W. Va
Bernard
Barry
Abe
Lawson-Botts Chapter
Daughters of the Confederacy
Hayward Sheppard
Johnon
Sheppard
Unted Brethren Church Services and Obituary
Sunday school at 9 45 a m and preaching at 11 a m at the Boy Scout Hall North Main Street. Young people meeting at 7 15 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 o'clock led by Lesley Fries. Obituary for Mahlon Garvin of High View notes his community leadership, religious and educational interests, and his influence on family and church life.
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Lin
Lesley Fries
Boy Scout
North Main Street
Ser Cchae O
Mahlon ‘Garvin
Mahlon Garvin
Hevenfly
High View
Wre-Garvin
Flood Wants Americans Set Free in France
Representative Hal Flood introduced a joint resolution urging the U S government to inform Congress about actions toward freeing about 200 World War I American soldiers held in France. The measure asks the Secretary of State for status, negotiations, or any steps toward transfer or improvement of their condition.
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Washington
Atte
Hal D. Piood
Vier
Dea
Congress
France
Bifest
H. Cleveland Cate
Onsul
Paris
Tn S
Prante
Coun
Russia
Alee Eugene
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claims Cure
Catarrh described as a local disease influenced by constitution. Hall's Catarrh Medicine billed as a tonic blood purifier that cleanses blood, builds up the system, restores normal condition, and lets Nature do its work. Sold by druggists. circulars free from J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
Nature
All
J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Local Mention at De White Post Virginia Campers Enjoy Shenandoah Fishing
Aug. 20 Shenandoah river fishing dominates a busy weekend as Mr. and Mrs. Reo Bryarly and Mrs. Palmer entertain guests at Betty’s Ferry. Philadelphia visitor Hillyard stops by. Residents travel to Orkney Springs and Harrisonburg while Miss Denny attends a summer normal school. Various locals visit Washington Cedarville Union and Berryville with friends and relatives.
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TE Va
Re O Bryarly
Palper
Betty’s Ferry
Shenandoah River
Hillyard
Philadelphia
E. F. Meade
W. L. Green
Orkney Springs
Lillie Magsey
Natural, Bridge
C. C. Dearmont
Washington
M. M. Kennerly
New York
University of Chicago
Carter
Shear. Stephens City
Arthur Chrisman
Kate »Denny
Harrisonburg
W. M. Snell
Cedarville
Turner Hughes
Buena Vista
Mollie
Mattie Hughes
P. W.boyd
Winchester
Cartrell
William Sommerville
Memphis
Tenn
Mrs. McClarity
Union
Ruth McClarity
Mrs. Lee
Margaret, Boger
State Supreme Court of Appeals opens fall term at Staunton
The regular fall term will open at Staunton on September 13, announced by the clerk yesterday. The session is expected to run about three weeks.
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State Supreme Court of Appeals
Staunton
Wesleyan Bible Class Sunday Services Promoted
Sunday at 9 45 AM a Bible class offers well explained scripture and singing, with a hearty welcome. The discussion continues on the life and letters of the Apostle Paul as part of the church’s Sunday worship and study schedule.
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Apostle Paul
Ambiguous dialogue on relationships and misunderstandings
Fragmented text recalls a man asking for a pay raise before marriage and a wife questioning a kiss with Charlotte at a ball. The passage references absentminded behavior and Stockholm, suggesting a literary or diary fragment about romance and miscommunication.
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Charlotte
Stockholm
A Clear Distinction Between The Blanks And The Browns
A dialogue notes a class divide between two families The Blanks and the Browns The Browns earned money in eggs while The Blanks are described as read rich but aloof with tension about social status
Discreet Statesman and Abstract Exchange
Fragmentary dialogue shows a political figure and a companion arguing about gifts and obligations. The text hints at loyalty tests, protest, and emotional tension without clear context or full names. The exchange ends with a pledge of perseverance despite difficulty.
The Vamp and a Night of Satire
A fragmented, satirical dialogue touches on taxation vanity and reader habits. Characters debate spending on a vampire game, Dickens illustrations, servant status, and public perception. A nurse, publisher, and couple provide quips on art and marriage.
Dialect Writer Declares Misspellings in Class
A teacher rebukes Johnny for mis spelling most words in his composition. He replies he will become a dialect writer indicating pride in nonstandard spelling. The exchange captures schoolroom humor and language attitudes.
Laying of Corner Stone Invites Millville Church Event
Announcement invites all residents to the corner stone laying of a new church in Millville on August 31 at the Key Stone Play Grounds. Br. Harris of Baltimore will speak at 2 PM, Rev. Jacobs of Martinsburg at 3 PM, followed by a picnic. Pastor A B Brandt urges attendance to support the institution for better boys and girls.
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Millville
Dr Harris
Baltimore
K R. Sacobs
Martinsburs
Pthe
Akey
Stone
Bay Fort
Ilvidle
A.B. Brandt
Methodist "Episcopal Church
South
Public Sale of Valuab le Farm in Winchester Area
Pursuant to a 1921 decree in the Circuit Court of Frederick County Virginia the Special Commissioners will sell at public auction a 226 3 4 acre farm near Front Royal Pike southeast of Winchester with a improved dwelling and farm improvements. One third cash day of sale balance in two installments secured by bonds and a mortgage and a life insurance policy on buildings. Auctioneer Roy P Duvall clerk Brannon. Bond posted as directed in decree. August 12 4w.
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Grim
Bents
County Court
Monac Tn
Winchester
Virginia
Sdea
Bess
Lynch
Agray John My
STE
C. C
Brannon
Gircult
Frederick County
T. Russell
Cather
Frederick Go
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