Funds Exhausted by Highway Bond Debate in Virginia
The Fredericksburg Star reprints a Bristol Herald editorial criticizing the Richmond State Highway Commission and the Valley Bankers Committee for misleading figures on highway funding. It cites Mr. Shirley of the commission disputing claims of exhausted maintenance funds and outlines planned maintenance cuts and remaining funds for road upkeep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fredericksburg
State Highway Commission
Richmond
Bristol Heraldee
Richmond Aber
Ittee
Coleman
Bankers
Virginia
Bankers’ Committee
Richmond Bankers Committee
Valley Turnpike
Shirley
Jeghateala
F. Byrd
State Highway Department
HH. G. Shirley
Rippling Rhymes of a Road-Running Grocer
A playful verse chronicles Grigsby the grocer nearing closure as a sheriff closes in with papers. The narrator riffs on driving, duty, and the lure of road trips while warning against neglecting work and responsibilities.
New Lamp Burns 94 Percent Air Promises Safe Light
An advertised oil lamp claims ultra bright soft white light superior to gas or electricity. It supposedly burns 94 percent air and 6 percent kerosene with no odor, soot, or noise. Free trial offered by The In O S Johnson of Philadelphia with a money making opportunity for local promoters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Broad St
Philadelphia
Gay
Fred
Why Coke Should Be Used For Domestic Heating
A historical government note promotes coke as a clean burning fuel for homes. It argues coke reduces soot and flue cleaning, stabilizes house temperatures, and supports by product recovery. Practical guidance covers lighting, fuel depth, draft control, grate shaking, and handling of clinkers for efficient daily use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Mines
Ty Krelsinger
Field
Woman Swallows Medicated Alcohol On Street
Bessie Johnson, white, was rushed to Memorial Hospital after reportedly swallowing contents of a bottle of medicated alcohol. Dr C R Anderson treated her. police found an empty bottle in the car at Main and Piccadilly. She recovered enough to leave after several hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Johnson
Memorial Hospital
C. R. Anderson
Armel
Main
Piccadilly Streets
Doan’s Kidney Pills End Kidney Ailment Claims
A. A. Ritter of 128 N Main St testifies Doan’s Kidney Pills cured his cold settling in the kidneys and backache. He says after using the product his back grew strong, energy returned, kidneys regulated, and he felt better overall. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY manufactures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Ritter
N. Main St
Doan
A&a
Mr. Ritter
Foster-Milburn Co., Mfrs
Buffalo,n. Y
Sulphur Cure Promises Relief for Eczema Sufferers
An old advertisement touts sulfur as a remedy for eczema. It claims the preparation calms itching, irritation, and germ-caused skin problems, promising quick relief and smoother skin with regular use. A small jar is sold underlining its suggested efficacy.
Coke Heating Guidance For Home Furnaces And Stoves
The article explains coke size for home heating, ash management, and fire banking. It covers open grate distinctions, air draft needs, and tapping the fuel bed to maintain burning efficiency, plus morning start procedures and damper adjustments for differing weather. It notes coke costs 35 cents per 1730 pounds and mentions a folding gas stove display at the gas office.
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Byrd
Bristol Herald-Courier
Walt Mason
Grigsby
Liz
York Imperial
Ben Davis
Massey Bros. Winchester
Fall
Ntever & Go
Ely
Drs
Adams
Adams Chiropractors
Hugh Clark
N. Braddock Street
North Braddock Street
Winchester
Cork Street
The
Standard’Gas & Oil Supply Co., Inc
L. E. Armel
Fred. L. Glaize
White Cross
Whitlock’s
Philip F. Havey
Vaa
Norwalk
Phens City
R.N. Stewart ‘ Son
Martinsburg
W.va
Adams & Adams
Chiropractors
Braddock St
Dr. Clacks
Qremnen
Magisteriad
Cpappannoe
Titan
Lre J
Cave
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