Lee sword left under apple tree after surrender story told
A 106 year old Rockbridge County slave recounts the 1865 surrender scene at Appomattox. He says General Lee stuck his sword in the ground under an apple tree after offering it to General Grant, who set it there, while troops mingled amicably nearby.
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Lee
Appomattox
David Blair
Rockbridge County
Grant
Cave
Virginia
Dave
General Lee
Washington College
Washington and Lee University
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Natural Bridge
Virginia Electric Output Surges in 1927 Census
The Department of Commerce reports Virginia’s total electric current output for 1927 rose significantly, based on the 1928 quinquennial census of electrical industries. The returns show a notable gain in statewide electricity production.
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The
Star
Washington
Department of Commerce
Jury Disagreement in Thaw Case Over Miss Estardus Suit
A sealed verdict opened in New York shows jury disagreement in the case of Marcia Estardus who accused Harry K. Thaw of beating her at a New Year party. Estardus sought 100000 dollars. The trial adjourned with a retrial planned for May term.
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Associated Press
New York
Marcia Estardus
Harry K. Thaw
Miss Estardus
Supreme Court
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