Controversy over Sheridan arrival time renews Cedar Creek debate
Hoboken lette r by civil engineer Thomas H McCann claims Sheridan arrived about 3 p m at Cedar Creek on Oct 19 1864 after a ride from Winchester changing debates on whether he reached the front by 10:30 a m. The letter disputes James Felster’s account and challenges Read’s Sheridan’s Ride.
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Associated Press
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Phil Sheridan
Battle of
Cedar Creek
Winchester
Sheridan
Thomas H. McCann
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Torbett
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McCann
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New York
Bayly
Thomas Buchanan Read
Gasoline Tax to be Reimposed in Special Session
Representative Burns of Tennessee said the one cent a gallon gasoline tax would be reenacted at a special session. The tax, part of last year's billion dollar package, expires July 1. He noted repeal of the bank check tax and postage cuts must wait on action and budget balance plans.
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Washington
Burns
Tennessee
House
Congress
Ways and Means
Roosevelt
Churches To Share Largely In Wray Estate Lynchburg
The will of Alonzo M. Wray, a former tobacconist who died March 13, is probated in the circuit court. The estate valued at 137909.19 with 7750 in realty names Randolph Macon Woman's College and others as beneficiaries. The Lynchburg National Bank and Trust Company is executor with distribution to multiple churches and colleges including Randolph Macon College Ashland Centenary Methodist Church and Virginia Conference institutions. The residuary is to be divided into four shares.
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Lynchburg
Alonzo M. Wray
Lynchburg National Bank and Trust Company
Randolph-Macon Women's College
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland
Virginia Matron Rebounds After Natex Treatment
Mrs A F Andrew of Roanoke reports dramatic relief after Natex therapy. She describes prior severe indigestion headaches and constipation, credits cleansing and strengthened nerves with renewed appetite and normal stomach function. Natex sales and demonstrations continue at People's Service Drug Store daily.
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Roanoke
First ‘Ave
N.W
People’s Service Drug Store
Natex
Farm price policy and deflation risks analyzed
Walter Lippman reviews the President's farm bill, arguing a bounty to reduce production could raise farm prices only if general price levels rise. He warns the plan may fail if consumer demand remains weak and emphasizes broader monetary and tariff policies as decisive.
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Mr. Hoover
Fragmentary text mentions church and orphanage funding
Incomplete OCR fragment lists allocations equal parts to the Centenary church, the rannuated fund, the Ferrard training school and the Virginia Conference Orphanage, indicating a distribution of funds or duties among these institutions.
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T Centenary Church
Rannuated Fund
Ferrard Training School
Virginia Conference Orphanage
Three Fight Their Way To Safety In Chesapeake Drift Incident
Three men escaped a deadly plunge when their car skidded on Queen Sound Bridge along Chinague Island causeway. The vehicle tore away bridge railing and plummeted ten feet into water. Lester Hickman and Roland Clarke of Chincoteague and Howard Birch, once of Chincoteague now with the U S One Guard on Long Island, managed to break windows, crawl ashore, and swim to safety.
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Queen Sound Bridge
Chinague Island
Lester Hickman
Roland Clarke
Howard Birch
United States
One Guard
Long Island
New Or
Postal Savings Deposits Decline Reported
Richmond state post master Berkeley Williams said today that deposits in Postal Savings showed a decline, with figures described as record breaking by some observers.
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Richmond
Berkeley Williams
Virginia bank deposits rise in late winter period
Virginians made savings deposits from February 27 through March 16 with three bank markets noting a drop in deposits but stating confidence in institutions. The report highlights ongoing public confidence in local banking during late winter.
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Thrae
First Settlement Introduces Private Property in America
The Jamestown settlement began with communistic land and property like cattle and tools held communally. Upon Sir Thomas Dale's arrival as governor with more settlers a property division was made, marking the start of private property in America.
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America
Jamestown
Thomas Dale
Elevating the Feet Eases Blood Flow and Comfort
A note describes feet elevation as soothing the mind, reducing head blood rush, easing leg muscles, and applying gentle abdominal pressure, contributing to overall physical well being.
Apartment for Rent at Rob Apts
One 9-17 rental at Rob Apartments offered furnished or unfurnished. Contact phone 562 10-28-1.
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Rob Apts
Former Berryville Woman Describes California Earthquake Night
A Berryville couple recieves a letter from their daughter Mrs George Ashe wife of Commander Ashe U S N describing the Long Beach quake of March 10. She recounts the sudden shaking, chimney collapse, fires and gas leaks, crowds in cars for shelter, the tidal wave warning, and the relief of reaching a ship offshore.
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Yville
Goodwin H. Williams
Berryville
George E
Ashe
U.S. N
Long Beach
Calif
Family Menaced By Letters Forces Porter Family to Flee
In Prederickaburg on March 21 authorities report threats received by the Porter family after notes were sent to Caroline Musante 14 about an abduction. The notes, signed by United Mates kidnaping gang, prompted police guard of the Porter home while Wallace said the father, a construction time keeper, fled with his family and may return soon.
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Prederickaburg
H. P. Porter Fi
Poultry Named Top Profitable Farm Unit by Virginia Note
The Virginia State Department of Agriculture says poultry remains a highly profitable farm unit despite lower prices for meat and eggs. It urges buyers to select chicks only from certified hatcheries with licensed poultry inspectors and rigorous testing and supervision to ensure uniform, healthy stock.
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State’ Department of Agriculture
Virginia
Ture
Disguised Man Attends Women Only Film In Danville
A man disguised as a woman attended a women only film in Danville Virginia on March 21. He purchased a ticket and watched undetected until leaving the theater when he was identified. Police have not taken action and his name is not released.
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Danville
Felice
Top Fave-oe Ome Makers Spark Regionwide Buzz
Local markets report rising interest in popular ome makers as shoppers seek quick meals. Vendors note steady demand amid varied options while consumers compare prices and quality across multiple brands.
Morgenthau outlines Farm Board stabilization plan and losses
Secretary Morgenthau briefs on Stabilization 7 Farm Board costs reaching 350 million with a 600 million fund under review. He cites a cotton loss of 159 million and promises thorough reviews of wheat and timber deductions while preserving revolving fund loan policy for cooperatives. He will approve no high salaries and will judge applications on their merits.
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Hoover
Morgenthau
Mongenthau
Visitors Need Not Call at White House to See Roosevelt
Visitors to Washington need not call at the White House to personally see President Roosevelt. The President will not deny a moment to those who come and offer their gentle society, but attendance is not strictly required for those seeking an audience.
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Washington
White House
Roosevelt
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