Admiration and Its Causes in the Corporation Commission
Speech by Henry Stuart criticizes Judge Rhea for not admiring his predecessor and notes mutual lack of admiration with other figures. Mention of Upshur’s dismissal for truth about Judge Crump and implications about official succession and opinion within the Commission.
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Hon
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Start
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Judge Rhea
Ge Rhea
Henry Stuart
Corporation Commisson
Rhea
John Upshur
Corporation Commission
Judge Crump
Voters Decide as Daniel Debate Sparks Convention Clash
Voters face a clash over Senator Daniel in the Virginia Democratic scene. Backers praise his power while critics say the convention should set its own path, recalling past attempts to make him president of the constitutional body. Daniel may travel to Denver to share his stance.
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Senator Daniel
Daniel
Rown
Eooliton
Katel
Denver
Virginia
Anarchist Bomb Kills Man in New York City Crowd
A bomb exploded during a march in New York City injuring several including a companion who died. Police and bystanders were mangled as the blast ripped through the crowd. President Roosevelt reportedly plans a special message to Congress urging measures to bar anarchists from entering American soil.
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Durling
Bluecoats
Roosevelt
Congress
Big Hats and Little Ladies at Main Street Shop
An illinery editor spots a dainty woman with a colossal hat causing a humorous scene on Main Street. The doorway proves too narrow for the oversized headpiece as bystanders laugh while a clerk helps her inside before she leaves.
Virginia Legislature Removes Judge Blackstone
The Virginia General Assembly adopted a resolution to remove Judge J. W. G. Blackstone of the Eleventh Judicial district. The action, rare and extraordinary, follows accusations of neglect and procedure, with dissenting votes in both chambers. The Baltimore News notes the courage of lawmakers in upholding judicial integrity.
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General Assembly of
Virginia
J. W. G. Blackstone
Eleventh Judicial District
Senate
House
Baltimore News
Fragmented political speech excerpt about Bryan
The text notes the audience struggled to hear Bryan yet paid close attention for two and a half hours. It claims Democratic crowds see Bryan as the living voice of militant democracy.
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Bryan
Gift Carnival at Rink Promises Grand Prizes on April 1
The rink hosts a Gift Carnival on Wednesday night to celebrate its resurfaced floor. A grand prize dining room furniture set will be awarded to the holder of the lucky number, with tickets granting chances for prizes such as roller skates, skating hats, slippers, and gloves. A second event is promised for the following Saturday night.
Darkey Carnival Prize Drawn For Best Blackface Makeup
A carnival event offers prizes to participants with the best darky or black face makeup. The contest emphasizes visual effect and is judged on creativity and presentation.
Leap Year Party Report From Brucetown Area
Brucetown Virginia notes report a Leap Year Party on April 7 with visits from Father John McVerry of the Winchester diocese and local congregants. Guests include Mrs Mary Jones of Jefferson County and Mrs Mary Jones Sr. in Brucetown while Miss M S Tanquary and Miss Nannie Jones attend a district education conference in Winchester.
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Brucetown
John McVerry
Diocese of
Winchester
M. M. Gleisner
Mary Jones
Jefferson County
Tanquary
Nannie Jones
Harry Myers
Port Republic
Grant
Roanoke
Carrie Frasher
William Filmore
Katie Shaul
Hessine
Flarry Parsons
Public Sale of Valuable Realty in Winchester and Frederick County
Public sale announced by executors John Randall and George L Streit of John H Fries deceased. Two tracts offered: a Winchester property with a seven room house and outbuildings, plus about fifty acres of timber. a 150 acre Frederick County Va tract four miles NW of Winchester near Round Hill with crops reserved and possession on November 1, 1908. Cash on sale day, balance in two annual installments at six percent with bonds, deed of trust, and fire insurance required. Attorneys and auctioneers listed.
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Frederick County
Winchester
Round ‘Hill
John Herries
James
Cather
James Isioner
Frederick ‘County
Train Schedule Fragments for Harrison and Nearby Routes
Fragmentary timetable lists departure and arrival times for multiple lines. References include Harrison, Frederick, Washington, Baltimore, Martinsburg, Columbus, Wheeling and Chicago routes with varied times such as 6.00, 9.28, 11.55, 7.00 and 5.55 A.M. to P.M. across several stations.
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Harrison
Frederick
Washington
Baltimore
Martinsburg
Depes Fa
Chesge
Columbus
Wheeling
Public Auction of Personal Property at Kate George Farm
Administrator offers a large mixed estate sale at the Kate George residence about one mile east of Jephenson in Frederick County Virginia. Items include mares, cattle, sheep, hogs, a 16 hp gasoline engine, grinder, saw, binder, mower, rakes, wagons, harrows, plows, corn gear, fodder shredder, seed, drill, fence machine and more. Terms require ten dollars down. balance on six months with note and security. property not moved until terms met.
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Public Action
Kate George der
Jephenson
Frederick County
Virginia
Nuto
Farnd
Mees Bank Bester
Trustee's Sale of City Houses and Lots in Winchester
Public auction to be held in front of the County Courthouse Winchester Virginia on April 4 1908 at 11 00 AM by Shirley Carter Trustee under three trust deeds from Charles R DeHaven and wife recorded in 1906 1907. The sale includes a large Highlane Avenue fronting lot and adjoining parcels with options to sell as a whole or in lots with terms: one third cash and two thirds secured by two bonds with interest.
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Charles R. DeHaven
Corporation Court
City of
Winchester
Virginia
Highlane Avenue
Kern St
North Kent Street
Shirley Carter
R. Grey Williams
For Sale Pure Bred Barred Plymouth Rock Eggs
Pure bred Barred Plymouth Rock eggs available from J. B. Beverley. White and brown Ler horn varieties offered. Pricing 6 for 13 dollars or 24 dollars for a larger lot. Contact J. B. Beverley for details.
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Plymouth Rock
J. B. Beverley
Executor Court Order in Fries Estate Proceeding
A 1908 Winchester Virginia Chancery order directs Master Commissioner to determine real estate, debts, heirs and distribution in the John H Fries estate. The order requires four weeks of newspaper publication and sets April 25, 1908, as the hearing date with all interested creditors and parties to attend.
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John. H. Fries
Mateherin
Corporation Court
City of
Winchester
Virginia
John H. Fries
Frederick County
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