Southern Railway schedule changes on Bluemont Branch
Effective October 9, 1905 the Southern Railway alters Bluemont Branch trains Nos. 125 126 229 130 127 119 and 124. Some services are removed or rerouted and the Bluemont 4 55 p m departure shifts to 5 25 p m with Washington arrival moved to 7 20 p m. Officials listed include H B Spencer S H Hardwick W H Taylor and L S Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Railway
Bluemont
Washington
H. B. Spencer
S. H. Hardwick
W. H. Taylor
L. S. Brown
Writ summons King Lumber Co in trespass case
The Commonwealth of Virginia commands King Lumber Co to appear before the Cornga Court in Winchester on January 1906 for a trespass in the case suit by Fred L. Gtatge trading as Glaz ro. The writ, dated December 15 1905, is signed by Clerk Richard L. Gray.
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Circuit Court
Freirick County
Virginia
Union Bank of Winchester
Veure Behn Et Als
Cook
J. Cook
D .c
Parti
Ioain
Laura E. Hahn
Winchester
Comasston
Wichester Va
Thomas Cook
Robert Wofsley
Chancery
R M. Ward
Herbert
Larrick
Attys
Ciy
Wincheste
King Lumher Co
Cornga
W Nchesonte
Ororation Court
Aras Fred L. Gtatge
Richard L. v
Richard L. Gray
Enigma of Paws and Pines: Fractured Political Snippet
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a political scene with figures titled president and general staff, mentioning envy and parity. The garbled lines obscure clear names, places, or dates, leaving an ambiguous report of a factional dispute or meeting.
Cultivating Celery On Various Soils And Fertility
Advice on growing celery notes it thrives on well drained fertile soil and warns clay soils need barnyard manure to prevent root injuries. Emphasizes selecting vigorous seed, timing with peak growth in September and October, and rotating crops to restore nitrogen with legumes or high nitrate manures.
Gowan’s Cures Croup and Colds, National Ad Claim
An old advertisement touts Gowan’s Croup and Cold Cure for chest pains cold and sore throats. It promises rapid relief from coughs and throat discomfort with a one dollar bottle and a twenty five cent size for children. Available at druggists or by mail from the Gowan Medical Co. Durham NC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cowan
Gowan
Gowan Medical Co
Durham
Building a Grain Crib with Log Foundations and Drainage
A foundation using logs is discouraged due to rat burrowing. Prefer blocks set below frost, elevating the crib floor at least eighteen inches to keep moisture out and aid rat control. Ensure high, well drained ground, level foundation, and use puncheons for the floor with slivers trimmed. Create a doorway by cutting lower poles and fastening a beard, with an exterior hinged door and interior boards added as corn is deposited.
Doan’s Kidney Pills Praised by Mahala F Grubb
Mahala F Grubb wife of W Grubb a B&O Railroad warehouse man reports long standing kidney pain backache and irregular secretions. She credits Dean’s Kidney Pills after trying various doctors and medicines and recommends to all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents price 50 cents. Remember the game Doan’s and take no other.
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Mahala F.grubb
W. 3. Grubb
Dean
Franck Baker & Son
Foster Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Berryville Church Services In City Schedule
Berryville churches list services for Presbyterian Baptist Methodist Episcopal and Episcopal congregations. Details include pastors D H Seanlong Julian Broaddus James H Smith Edward Wall J D Mays and times for morning and evening worship Sunday school and auxiliary meetings.
The Apple Maggot and Farm Notes
The Apple Maggot explains that from July to frost the adult fly infests apples, spreading slowly and entering a dormant pupal stage in the ground. spraying is ineffective, but hogs and sheep can help reduce maggot numbers by feeding on windfalls. Additional notes cover variations in cream richness from separators, repurposing old fly-protection wire for chicken coops, sowing in August, soil improvement for crop growth, and a tip from an Ohio buttermaker on sweetening butter flavor with sugar.
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Ohio
Sure Cure for Piles Ad from Miller's Drug Store
Advertisement for Bosanko's Pile remedy claiming relief from itching moisture and all forms of piles including blind and bleeding. Promises absorption of tumors and permanent cure. Sold at Miller's Drug Store with circulars available. Philadelphia advertisement.
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Bosanko
Uko
Philadelphia
Miller’s Drug
Front Royal Church Services and Schedules
A list of local church services in Front Royal includes Methodist First and Third Sundays at 7 30 p m and 11 a m Second and Fourth Sundays at 11 a m and 7 30 p m ipworth League Sundays at 6 30 p m. Presbyterian pastors Rev James McClure and Calvary Episcopal Rev Thomas C Page with Holy Communion on fourth Sunday at 11 a m and night services on first and third Sundays at 7 30 p m. Old School Baptist preaching fourth Saturday and Sunday at 11 a m Rev T S Dalton. New School Baptist preaching first and third Sundays morning and night 7 50. Catholic preaching second Sunday at 10 30 a m Rev Father John McVerry of Winchester.
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Methodist Church
Ipworth League
James McClure
Calvary Protestant Episcopal Church
Thomas C. Page
Eaich
Old School Baptist
T. S. Dalton
New School Baptist
Father John McVerry
Winches
Draining of Roads and Drain Design Principles
The text explains drain sizing to balance water velocity and road wear. It notes drains should be large enough to lower flow speed, avoiding deep roadside drains. Macadam levels and possible use of covered drains are discussed, with water redirected to opposite ditches when only one side is used.
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Agricultural Bulletin
Apoula
Device for Diverting Water Dam Illustration
A metal dam for turning water from a ditch is shown. Heavy sheet iron is cut into a semicircular shape and the straight edge is fastened between two narrow wooden strips by bolts passing through the strips and the iron. It may also be made by welding the iron to one side of a single strip.
Metal Dams and Sliding Gates For Ditch Control
The article describes metal dams fashioned from thick wood strips to fit ditch sizes and edge into bank soil. They feature sliding gates to close openings or allow partial flow, balancing water and aiding drainage as needed at California Agricultural College.
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California Agricultural College
Road widths and refuges for two carts passage
Macadam argues roads near towns should be 30 to 40 feet wide, while country roads need widths about twice vehicle width. Surfaces must allow two carts to pass. refuges aid passing but are imperfect. Wider roads reduce future repairs and better serve traffic. Note reports cite 1884 to 1900 lynching totals in the United States by region.
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Macadam
Agricultural Bulletin
Stockholders Meeting Notice for Winchester Bank Directors
Stockholders of the National Bank Winchester Virginia are notified the annual election of directors will be held at the Banking House January 9, 1906 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Signed Jno. W. Rice cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surwanpoah
Vat
Nat. Banx
Winchester
Jno
W. Rice
Passenger Train Schedule for Bristol Roanoke and Hagerstown
Northbound and southbound trains list routes from Bristol Roanoke to Columbus Welch and Elkton with Pullman sleepers and parlor cars. Connects at Shenandoah Junction Hagerstown Harrisburg Philadelphia and New York. Bevil and Bragg sign as General Passenger Agent Travelling Passenger Agent Roanoke Va.
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Bristol
Pullman Buffet
Knoxville
Roanoke
Pullman
Columbus
Bluefield
Cincinnati
Blufield
Pocahontas
Norton
Welch
Pullman Sleper
Elkton
Hagerstown
Philadelphia
N. Y
Flagerstown
Harrisburg
Phila
W. V. Bevill
M. FE. Bragg
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North Main Street
Baker’s
Franck Baker & Son Pharmacists
S. Rosenmyer
Meerlanu Yaishak Kor
Daiy -Xcept Sanday
Kix
Martinsburg
Hagers
O Castle
Tercershare Shambershburg
Wayne Boro
Wevville
Warliste Ig
Meshanicnburg Ll
Baltore Huleburg R. Harrisburg
Philadelphis
Saltimore New York
Biedel Phie
Istrisbarg
Lechan Re Ag
Dulstenville
Hi Barge
Wy Waynesboro
Hambersbarg
Bil
Ferceraburg Steencastie
Tarti
Cou Rt. Winchester
DR. Gunn
Jay
Miller Supply Com
Bank
Wm. Keating
Winchester Gas & Elec. Light CO
Kremer's
J. A. Richard
University College of Medicine
Richmond, Va
North Wain Street
Berryville Church Services
Presbyterian Church
D. H. Seanlong
Ladies Aid Society
Isaac Bowman
Children’s Missionary Society
Church. Baptist
Julian Broaddus
Minnie Wood Chapel
South
Jas. H. Smith
Grace Episcopal
Edward Wall
J.D. Mays
Colutis
Front Royal Church Services
North
Stockholders’ Meeting
The
Star
Russell & Green
Norfolk & Western Ry
Berryvillie
R. Gray Williams
Rouss Ave
Wiscubsibu, Va
John H. Enders
East Matin St
Erryville, Va
Openiny and Aight Telaphone F
Desirable
Virginia Massey
Middle Stond Croud
Wie
Howe
Morprhy Tea
Gartwright
R.gray Williams
J. B. Russell
Art Viet
Funk &Son
Omen
Bellphone
Huyler
Fred. S. Boyd
Roth
Oor
Main & Water
Butcher Bee
Fiona
Edward
Conner
South Main St
the von Witt Optical Co
United Phone Building
North Market Street
South Washington Street
K. T. Barton
Geo. W. Grim
South Main Street
H. & W. Seabright
Harrisonburg
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