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Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
DIED.

FUNKHoUsER. - Mrs. Nina Bacol
Funkhouser, wife of Mr.. Vernon Funk,
houser, died at her residence in this
place on Friday last. Mrs. Funkhousel
was the youngest daughter of the late
Mr.. A. S. Bacon. She was a woman
OF the most leveable character and as q
girl was the idol of her family and
friends. A few short months ago she
stood as beautiful bride, the picture
of health and loneliness, but God has
taken her to Himself, leaving desolate
husband and motherless babe, just a
few hours old. The funeral services
were held at the late residence of the
deceased on Sunday last at $50 p. m.
and were conducted by the r. j. Nc
Bryde, D. D., her pastor, assisted by
the Rev. DR.. Thornton Whaling, after
which the remains were laid to rest in
the family plat in the Lexington Gem
etery,
KIRKpATRICK.-Mr. Thomas Kirkpat-
lick, well known and highly esteemed
citizen OF this county, died at his home |
on Toad Run, Sunday morning, Ausust |
1900, aged 81 years. HIS remains were
brought to Lexington Monday evening |
and inferred in the cemetery here. |
Mr.. Kirkpatrick married Miss Taylor,
daughter of Rev. Stuart Taylor, and
sister OF Bishop William Taylor, the
greatest missionary of our age. She
lied in 1898. Their two surviving
IONS are John F. Kirkpatrick, of Rock.
bridge county, and William S. Kirk
of Missouri. Mr.. Kirkpatrick
vas born near Lexington, and when
Toung learned the carpenters trade
lnder William Letcher, father of the
ate Elk Governor John Letcher, the
war governor" of Virginia. and with
whom he worked at the same bench.
lie was volunteer in the Rockbridge
titles, known as Company H, Twenty.
eventh Virginia Infantry, Stonewall
Brigade. During the balcyon days of
'tate militia, Mr.. kirkpatrick was o
leu enant and la er captain. In re.
ent years he was a justice of the peace.
lie had been a staunch member of the |
lethodist chul ch since 1888. He was | {
man greatly respected by al.
LuDwIG.-Mr. George G. Ludwig
led at Collierstown, this county, FRI
ay morn'ng, August 18th, 1900. His
nd was peace, for he gave every evi. l
ence of faith In Christ, and reioiced
the thought Of soon departing to be
resent with his Lord in heaven. His I
:mains were taken to Fairfield for in
,rment.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

The repairs to the stoncwall around
the Court House Square have been
completed and the lawn terraced.
Workmon arc now engaged in laying
yitriiicd brick walks around and
through the sxuare. These improve
ment5 completed and public drinking
fountain placed in front Of the building
VIII add greatly to the appearance Of
the square, and the money expended
Tor this badly needed improvement has
been wisely spent.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

Dir. Jno. II. Hartman announces tc
the public Of Lexington and RockbridgC
County, that he has opened his Denta-
Office on Washington Street, in the
office of the late DR.. J. T. Wilson, and
respectfully tenders his professional
services. He was formerly Assistant
Demonstration of Prosthetic Dentistry.
University College Of Medicine. De.
monstrator Of Operative Dentistry,
Medical College Of Virginia, and Den
tai Surgeon to Virginia Home for In.
curables, Richmond, Va.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
FIREMAN'S STATE CONVENTION
AT RICHMOND, SEPT. 26.28
PROGRAMME OFFICIALLY ISSUED BY TuF
ARRANGEMENT COMMITTEE.

PROGRAMME OFFICIALLY ISSUED BY Tn.
ARRANGEMENT COMMITTEE.
The Committee on Arrangements TO,
the Virginia State Firemaa's Agsocia.
ton to be held al Richmond on Sen.
toIber Goth, 9th and 2s.b, has com.
pleted the following program of events
and entertainment
Wednesday September 2G.-l9 o,o,ool,
M.-OpcRing session Of the Vireinis ST.
fireman's Association In the Hall Of tbe
House Of Delegates. Addresses bv Co..,
nor j. lloge Tyler ami Hon. Richard N
Taylor, mayor Of the city
3 O'Clock p, M.-Naudevillecnte entertainment
at the Casino.
8 O'Clock p M.-Eyeiling session Of tho
Association.
O'Clock p. M.-Band concert at public
park F'''''
Thursday, September Fill O'Clock 4
M.-Grand parade of visiting iremen
1 O'Clock +. NJ. Midday lunch 70 yisitiro
Gromen.
o'clock p. M.--Bond concert for nrizos
Friday, September 2S.-ll O'clock A
and contests for prizes
o'clock p M.-Annual inspection ~, tho
Richmond Fire Department
CONTESTS AND PRIZES.
l. Largest and best appearing uniformed
company in line, with apparatus. S1O0. Ncvf
largest and best appearing company in line
with apparatus, $40.
= Finest hose wagon $50.
b Finest hose carriage, $50
!. Finest hook and ladder truck. $40
.. Hose race, free for all contestants
irst prize, $3.50; second prize, 500
d, Hose race Sta,e companies only first |
'rize, custody of Association trumpet and
400 second prize, $50; third prize. $50
est, $50. ''''U
g. Company having thclargest percentage
Its members in attendance and in line
so. ''"0
.. Finest uniformed band attending any
ss0clatfOn company, 500 second best. So5 {
All contests TO be governed by the rerulo. i
Ols OF the Virginia State Firemen's Asso.
auon, Contestants TO be uniformed In tbo q
gulation uniform Of their resp, ctive com n
ines. There must be not less tbou two
tries for each contest. n
The officers Of the Association are, I II g,
edWood, Richmond, president, t. Z. Looka-
j, Roanoke, senior vice-presidcnt. Georco M
Cummings, Portsmouth. secretary. r !.
llllams, Charlottesville treasurer; Y. Z
Inhhouscr, Lexington. statistician
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

The next session of the Lexington
public school will begin Tuesday, Sep
tember 18th, or about three weeks from
today The vacation this year has
been Of nearly three months duration,
and consequently the pupils have had
ample opportunity to secure all the
recreation necessary, and they will
doubtless be ready to resume their
studies with will and also with de-
termination to make the session profit
able in every way.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

Mr.. Joseph Button, chairman of the
Tcnlh district, has a partial promise
from ex-senator David B. Hill, of New
York, to make a speech at Staunton,
The Senator has promised to speak in
Richmond, and may stop in this dis
trict when he comes to Virginia.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
Doctors Saw:

Billousan intermittent Fevers
which prevail in miasmatic dis
tricts are invariably accompan-
led by arrangements Of the
Stomach Liver and Bowels
The Secret Of Health.
The liver is the great driving
wheel" in the mechanism of
mar, and whenitis out oforder,
the whole system becomes dc
ranged and disease is thcrcsult.
TUFTS Liver Pills
Cure all Liver Troubles.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
JOTTINGS FROM "JAKEY."
Gilmore Mills, Va, August 20.


We are thinking about having "Dad
dy" James name changed to the "Blacl
River OF Virginia"
Dry up here' Goodness Dry is
not the name. The wind is even
thirsty and the frsh are turning to
the Prohibition party.
| Rev. Mr.. Ross, OF the Methodist
church, was visiting his parishioners
here during the past week.
Mrs. Emma Hensley and son, of Big
Island, are visiting Mrs. Hensley's
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. John Kidd.
Mr.. John Dooley spent Sunday with
his sister, near Indian Rock.
We regret to state the illness of Mrs.
o. b. Hatcher. Indications point to
an attack of typnoid fever, but the
doctor thinks he can break it up, and
at this writing she seems somewhat
better, we are glad to say.
Mrs. Mollie Roberts, of near Buena
Vista, is visiting her son, G. r. Roberts. |
Don't forget to ask our old friend, |
Mr.. Frank Lofts, about Mr.. Leech's |
wind stacker and hear him explain how |.
it works.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. B. McNair, of
Greenlee, are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. w.
R. Hatcher, the parents of Mrs. Nc
Nair,
We are sorry to state that the con-
lition of Mr.. Lewis Kidd is still
,ritical.
Miss Ruby Inge, a charming young
ady of Lynchburg, who has been Wis.
ting Miss Mabel Hatcher. returned Z
ONE Sunday, accompanied by Miss r
Hatcher, who will SPEND several days p
l Lynchburg, visiting friends and
elatlves. u
Miss Ludy Hall, Ct Ronceyerte, W. IG
a., is visiting Miss Ellen Dooley. F
According to newspaper reports,
ew York city and New Orleans have
warped regarding negro riots. 1t
ems the Southern feeling if in the
orthern heart too. OF
Why, of course, W. j. Bryan will be IN IN
No doubt about that be
no wants President who will pio- to
ct savage with dozen or so wives.
ooting freedom into people with N
ut gun and whiskey, and causing the of
ling of innocent women and children an
d call it Christian civilization 1 mi
Ow one thing-God don't know such of
only in way that causes SiH
JAKEY. ut
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
STATE OF Ono, CRY OF ToLIDo,D

LUCAS COUNTY. w.
FRANK j. CHENEY makes oath that h,
is the senior partner Of the frm of f
j. CHENEY & Co., doing business in the
City of Toledo, County and State afore.
SAID, and that said Grm will paw the
sum OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS
for each and every case of Catarrh that
cannot be cured by the use of HALLS
CATARRH CURE.
FRANK J. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed
in my presenre, this 9th day of Deem
Der, A. d., 1886.
SEAL A w. GLEASON!
Notary Public.
Halls Caterrh Cure is taken inter
nally and &C directly on the blood
and mucuous surfaces of the system.
Send for testimonials, free.
L. J. CHENEY & CO.,
Toledo, o.
Sold BY Druggists, rs,
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
VIRGINIA NEWS.

Jacob I. Parent died Thursday Al
niS residence at Stanton, aged rs
years He was born Abingdon and
went to StaunIon when quit, young
For many years he was chief of police
Tor Stanton and was a most faithful
and acceptable officer. He is survived
by his wife and three children. He
also leaves one brother, William Par
rent, OF Lexington.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
Personal

Miss Lula Charlton has returne
from visit to Newport News.
Rev. T. A. Hall has returned frol
bis summer vocation.
Miss Clara Sheridan has returne
from visit to friends in Roanoke.
Mr.. W. R. Kennedy is visiting rela
tives at Gilmore Mills.
Mr.. Lloyd Teaford. of Columbus, o.
is visiting j. V. Grinstead
Mrs. Sebert Charlton, of Newport
News, is visiting Miss Messy Charlton
Rev. Howard Jones, of New York
preached at the Baptist church Sun
day morning.
Miss lone Crutcbfsld, of Richmond,
is the guest of Misses Maggie and
Lizzie Graham.
MIR. George Witt, who has been at
rome for several weeks with the fever,
is able TO be out again.
Miss Pearl Boude has returned from
visit to friends in Staunton and
Augusta county.
Miss Fairy MCLEAN, of Harrison
burg, is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. S.
Hileman.
Colonel Robert Catlett and children |
ale visiting relatives in Charlotte |
county.
Miss Leila Smith, of New Castle, Ind,
is the guest Of her auut, Mrs. Gordon
Smith.
Mr.. John Illig has gone to Clifton
Forge where he has accepted a position
IN the Chesapeake & Ohio shops.
Mrs. William Crawford, of Newport
Ne"', is the guest of Mrs. Daniel
CigIer.
Miss Elizabeth Hope Camden, of
Salem, Va, is the guest of Mrs. Jay.
hugh Wills.
MIR, George Wade and wife, OF Ra-
phme. were the guests of Captain W. t
F. Pierson, Tuesday. '
Mr.. j. McD. Adair and wife are the t
guests of MIR. James Mccormick and e
wife, near Fairfield.
Miss Callie II. Berry, of Augusta j
county, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. .
j. W. McClung. O.
Mr.. M. l.. Hildebrand left this after b.
noon to visit familiar scenes at Prairie .,
Grove; Ark, and expects 10 be absent \,
about month. :,
Among those spoken of 10 fill the 81
vacancy on the bench of the Court OF q
Appeals caused by the death of Judge di
Riely is Judge s. II. Letcher. so
Mr.. Harvey G, Wise, teller in the VI
First National Bank. is visiting his pa
father. Mr.. M. A Wise, near Stephens w
City, Va. yo
The marriage of Mr.. Charles Ailor la
to Miss Salle Beeton is announced to "y
take place at the home of Mr.. John wi
ID. Beeton, On Thursday afternoon, Fl,
August 23rd, at 2:3O o'clock. HI
Rev. f. j. Prettyman, of Staunton, Sc
was the guest of Mr.. s. o. Campbell BIZ
for several days this week. Mr.. Pref St
lyman preached to his old congregation lie
1T Trinity Methodist church Sunday Gel
HI
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

/ hear your daughter has broken
her engagement with the Duke. Fact,
shefound she could get Rocky Noun
tain Tea at the same price and took
the Tea. Sensible girl Ask your
druggist
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

Now we have on hand quite a lot Of hand
made OXFORD TIES-a little out of date
a5 to shape-made by j. II. Richardson &
Co., Elmira, n. Y, and Pcnnent stribling
Shoe Co., of st. Louis Mo. These ties cost
us at the factory $3.50, SLIGO and S1.7j
You may have your choice at
% cents.
Then we have by actual count fifty pairs Of
No. p, many OF them SO 90 and 81 90 shoes.
including some Of Magruder and Eagle Shoe
Co.'S best goods also eighty-five pairs Of
No. shoes of like kind, and one hundred
and thirty-two pairs CT No. As of same
shoes. Now, if you can wear q, or
shoe, you may take your choice of these,
not excepting the $500 and $500 shoes, at
$3.50 pair.
Sample pairs are now on the counter for
your inspection Our stock Of new. fresh
slippers and shoes is wonderfully cheap and
for sizes and ages of men. women
and children, Should you want a real good
pure calf skin shoe, sizes q to II for men,
try our Golden Calf line at
$500.
We have them made on seven different toes. |
They are as handsome rs $500 and $500 |
shoes, and wear almost as well. Our com
ry friends will nearly always end what they
want in shoes with us. We have been
altering to their wants for so many years
hat we know exactly what to buy for them,
md our town lady friends always want the
)uttenhoffer or Magruder line, and oul town
Gentlemen flienos want as a rule The Hey
wood, Walker or Crawford line.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

yatd
India Linons at 8, 10, l9i, IS. 20. %. 30,
30 and 40 cents yard ''' 'O'
Barred Muslins and Piqucs from to 40
cents yard
Beautiful and dainty white Dimitios and
Nainsooks from 10 to % cents a ward.
Persian Lawns from 10 to % cents ward
Mouseine de-Suisse from 10 to 40 cents n
yard.
French Organdies, two yards wide, up t.
20 cents yard.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

The Governor has granted pardon
to J. I. Todd, Of Staunton, who was
serving term Of two years in the peni-
tertiary for abduction. Todd was q
merchant in Stanton. He was accus.
ed Of enticing young girl from her
home for immoral purposes. The trial
judge, jury and the Commonwealth
attorney recommended executive Glenn
encY. They claimed that there were
mitigating circumstances. Todd has
served half his term and has made O
model prisoner.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

Our grocery department
is In splendid shape and
we are we'll fixed for the
housekeepers.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
Becoming a
Mother

cy of all pain danger and nsures WH
safety mother and child This scientific linment Is UWM
godsend TO all the time Of their most critical
ordeal Not only does carry woman safely
through the pers of chdb BIRTH but its gently prepares the
system for the coming event prevents morning sickness"
other dscomorts of this period Sold by all druggists o
bottle Send for free booklet to THE BRADFIELD Regulator Co.
Atlanta, Georgia
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
w. +. PERSON.
HOW to Make MOnev
and
EAOw to Lose Monev.

The latter simple rolling off log the tough spots
When you know you have through with and
then a
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
2lLFI

aSg0'ngon now. Everything
In our house is reduced, ex-
cepf contract goods. $ OF,
HAT and SElhEeT BUYERS
Will save money, For cast
""'y' No goods charged ex-
cept at regular prices.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22

White Goods and EmbrOide,jeS
4O-inch White Lawns at and 10 cents
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
COrSetS! C0rsets y CorSetsN!

By actual count to-day we have 3S1 pairs
OF corsets in the store and every corset / 9
warranted, even our 90 cent ones are war.
ranted. French shapes are very popuIor
now; also the open-work summer eorsets
Our regular staple Nos, have many unebano.
able friends in Lexington. All you have 10
90 Is to get a new pair for any that break or
give way prematurely.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
COuRtejpdReS

white Counterpanes, bought when cotton
was half the price it is now, so we can fun
nish you the Sl.OO coUnterpanes at 70 cents.
the Sl.20 grade at Sl.0O; the $3.50 grade at
81 20; and beautiful Marseilles counterpanes
at Ss.OO and $500. Now that the town is
10 De full OF strangers through the month of
july nice clean white counterpanes will be
In order for every housekoeper.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1900-08-22
j. Med. ADAIR

Is an ordeal which all approach with Undesirable
rear lot nothing compare with the horrors of childbirth
me thought OF the suffering and danger in for her
Inc eXpecan mother OF all pleasant anticipation Of the coming
event and casts her shadow gloom that cannot be
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-06-30
Taylor BROKEN IN HEALTH.
Starts for Niagara Falls With Fou'
Detectives Trailing Him

Starts Niagara Falls With Four
Detectives Trailing Him.
Philadelphia, June p. = Broken in
health and spirits, ex-Gov. William 8.
Taylor of Kentucky started for Mag
ara Falls last night. He was accom-
panied by Mrs. Taylor and four detec-
tives followed close at his heels. Two
Of the officers represent. the State Of
Kentucky and bear warrants for the
arrest Of Taylor upon charges grow
ing out of the assassination of Gov.
Goebel. The other two L employed
by Mr.. Taylor to guard his person.
His stay in this city vas devoid Of per-
sonal pleasure. He accepted but n
invitation, and denied himself to ev-
erybody who called upon him at the
hotel where he made his headquarters.
He came here to attend the Republican
national convention as a delegate at
large only after being assured that no
reQuisition for his enforced return to
kentucky would be honored. The
strain is telling upon both Gov. and
Mrs. Taylor. All the time rney We're
in the city their rooms We're closely
guarded, and Mrs. Taylor personally
answered every rap upon the door.
She herself received all callers. 1t is
understood he will be immune from
arrest until he shall return to Indiana,
where he is making his home.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-06-30
WILL FORM NEW PARTY.
Antl-Imperialists VIII Vote nde
p~endently, of Republicans and
Democrats. j.

Anti-Imperfalists VIII Vote Inde-
pendently of Republicans and
Democrats. T.
New York, June 27.-Anti-imperial-
lists to the number of thirty-five. repre-
senting anti-imperialistic bodies all
over the country, was held yesterday
at the Fifth Avenue hotel. The con-
ference was to determine what action
should be taken on this line in the ma
tional campaign, and it vas resolved
that a new party should be formed,
the members of which will vote indie
perGcntly Of both the Republican and
Democratic parties. A resolution was
unanimously passed directing the ex-
ecutive committee of the American
Anti-Imperialists leagues under the
auspices of which yesterdays meeting
was held. to call a general conference
or convention Of anti-imperialists for
the purpose of considering a plan of
campaign. This call will lnot be is
sued until after the national Demo-
cratic convention at Kansas City, and
when issued will probably be for a
date early in August. The resolution
states that the call is to be issued to
the effect that 1--WE may carry into eff
feet II condemnation Of the imperial
istic policy Of the present administra-
tiOn,"
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-06-30
SIX PERSONS Z l.
Serious Railroad Collision Nea
Green Bay, evils.

Serious Railroad Collision Near
Green Bay. evils.
Green Bay, Wis, June 26.-A north
bound passenger train OF the Chicago
& Northwestern road, loaded with ex-
c%ursionists bound for the Saengerfest
N this city, collided at 1915 O'clock
yesterday morning with a freight train
at ,Depere, five miles south of here.
Six persons were KILLED, one is miss
ing and thirty-four We're injured. The
accident happened just as the passen-
ger train was pulling into the station.
"A double-heade- freight was backing
into a side track to let the passenger
by, but had not cleared the main track.
Those injured were nearly all in the
second coach. When the two trains.
came together the FIRST coach, which
was a combination smoker. and jag,
gage car, was driven through the sec
ond coach. where the loss of life Oc-
CURED. The dead were taken out Of.
the wreck and to an undertaking es-
adjustment at Depere. The injured
we're first taken to the Depere high
school, which was converted into a
temporary hospital, and later were
brought to st. Vincent's hospital in
this city. None Of the train men were
injured, the engine crews jumping In
time to save themselves. Both engines
were badly damaged ard two coaches
were broken into kindlilg wood.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-06-30
REMOVED.
Postmaster General Appoints An
other Director of Posts.

Postmaster General Appoints An
other Of Posts.
Washington. June 27.-The postmas-
ter general has issued al order remOv-
ing from Office Estes G. Rathbone, who
has been suspended by a former order
from the position of director general of
posts of Cuba. and detailing Martin G.
Fosrer. an Inspector in the postal
service, to perform the duties of direc-
tor general of posts until further or
ders. Fourth Assistant Postmaster
General Bristow has been. relieved
from further work in Cuba and has
sailed for home.
Yesterdays action in removing Rath-
bone. Postmaster General Emory
Smith said was not taken because o
any fresh developments in the Cuban
postal frauds affecting the deposed d.
rector. When Mr.. Bristow, who has
beer conducting the investigation. left
the island he designated Mr.. Fosner as
acting director. and to simplify the
matter and avoid a makeshift ar.
rangement Mr.. Smith decided to ap-
point. Mi. I'osner as director, his ten
ure to be until otherwise ordered"