Democratic nominating habits and potential dark horse candidates
William Allen White argues that a Democratic presidential nominee is usually a second choice or dark horse. He assesses Carter Glass John W Davis and Underwood as strong second-choice contenders while others like Smith McAdoo and Ralston are weaker prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
McAdoo
William Allen White
Bell
White
Carter Glass
Virginia
Emporia
Kansas
Gazette
Brier Fox
Jon
Indiana
John W. Davis
West Virginia
Underwood
Glass
Ralston
Underwood Woul
Davis Boom Faces Backlash Over Rapid Growth
The Davis boom has been exposed too soon and is drawing opposition due to its sudden prominence. Local observers warn that rapid development fuels resentment among residents and potentially complicates planning efforts.
Many Virginia Farms Found Untenanted
A survey by East Rockingham and Farmers Insurance in Luray shows more farm dwellings and tenant houses vacant in Page and East Rockingham counties than in 49 years of company operation. In southern Page county alone there are more vacant houses and abandoned farms than ever recorded, with three farms in the county’s southern part unoccupied.
Mrs C Frank Grim Attends Niece's Washington Wedding
Mrs. C Frank Grim traveled from Washington after attending the marriage of her niece Lelia A Staubly of Martinsburg Virginia to George R Eberly of Washington. The ceremony occurred at Luther Place Memorial Church with Rev George M Diffenderfer presiding. The couple plans a trip to New England and will reside in Washington after July 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Frank Grim
Washington
Lelia A. Staubly
Martinsburgh
George R. Eberly
Luther Place Memorial Church
George M. Diffenderfer
Henry R. Eberly
North Capitol Street
Anthony M. ‘Staubly
Ifred A. Staubly
Raymond Eberly
Harold Patschke
LeRoy Miller
Conveyances of County Realty in Frederick County
A record of ad muddied deeds filed in the Frederick County Circuit Clerk's office listing transfers by James P. Reardon to John W. Rosenberger for six acres at Babb's Run for $2000. A V Kern to E V Ogden for property in Middletown for $2269.55. W B Cooley et al to John H Cooley for a ninth interest in eight acres near Marlboro for $153.75. Joel DeHaven to William DeHaven for 93 and 71 acres in Gainesboro district. Manuel et al to Jas B Smith for 65 acres on Cedar Creek for $2000. M Rudolph et ux to Ruth Crisman for 30 acres in Shawnee for $3500. Rev W H Balledgee et ux to Chas B Riley for two lots and a house on ? street in Winchester.
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Frederick County
James P. Reardon
John W. Rosenberger
Babb’s Run
A. V. Kern
E. V. Ogden
Middletown
W. B. Cooley
Als
John .H. Cooley
Marlboro
Joel DeHaven
Wiliam DeHaven Et Ax
Gainesboro
A. Manuel Et Als
Jas. B. Smith
Cedar Creek
Ee M. Rudolph Et Ux
Ruth Crisman
Shawnee Susan
Rev. W. H. Balledgee Et Ux
Chas. B. Riley
Eee Street
Winchester
Cooper Family Enjoys Atlantic Voyage to Glasgow
Thomas J. Cooper and his daughter Grace traveled in June to Glasgow for the World's Sunday School Convention. A letter to Clark M. Smith says the Atlantic crossing was pleasant with no incidents. They attended all convention sessions and plan travel through Europe and a trip to Egypt before returning to America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas J. Cooper
Grace Cooper
Glasgow
Scotland
Atlantic
Cooper
Clark M. Smith
Mr. Cooper
Miss Cooper
Europe
Wilh
Egypt
America
Missionary to Deliver Address at Stephens City Church
The Bible class of Trinity Lutheran Church and the Golden Rule class of the Methodist Episcopal Church South will hold a joint meeting at the Stephens City Methodist Church at 2 30 Sunday afternoon June 29. Rev Ernest Watson of the Christian Church will give the address after four years of mission work in Japan. C C Watson is musical director and prepared a special program. Everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Lutheran Church
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Stephens City
Methodist Church
Ernest Watson
Christian Church
Japan
C. C. Watson
Watson
Rat Snap Guarantee Claims Big Rat Control
A customer testifies that Rat-Snap use reduced rat numbers, noting rapid breeding and property damage. The ad promotes 35c, 65c, and $1.25 sizes with a sale claim and guarantee by the seller.
Birth of a fine boy for Mr and Mrs Arthur Seabright
Mr and Mrs Arthur Seabright announce the birth of a fine boy. The couple gratefully receives congratulations from family and friends.
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Arthur Seabright
Eight Per Cent and Safety Too in Bank Investment
The report notes bonds at eight per cent and six per cent tied to Shenandoah Valley National Bank. It states that room capacity and debt service were considered, with 69 percent of the rooms deemed usable if maintained.
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Molly Pitcher Voile
Moling & Seal
W.C. Plundeke Co
Irvin Nerhood
Tobluster
Emmert
East
Leicester Street
Seabright
Winchester Gun Club
George Washington Hotel Corporation
American Trust Company
Richmond
the American Hotels, Inc., of
New
York
George Washington
the Farmers and Merchants’ National Bank and
The
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
H. D. Fuller
Lewis F. Cooper
W. A. Baker
Robert T. Barton
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