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The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
If They Only CouId.

''These miners said the clcok, 20, myi
L think they're merely Sinking,
Why can't they do the same as I
Just strike, and keep on working?
Philadelphia Press.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23

Constance EDO you think you can
get my husband acquitted?
Lawyer-Fm afraid not, madam.
Constance E.-Why, everybody knows
my husband!
Lawyer-That is just the trouble
Chicago Chronicle.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
How COnsiderate!

Maud-What an exquisitely dainty
little case you are embroidering! Is
it for jewels?
Isabel-Well, no. But you see, poor,
dear Harry has nothing to keep his
pawn tickets in!-N. Y. World.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
His Think.

He thought he thought great thoughts an
thought
No other thought a thought;
If others ever thought he thought,
They thought he thought he thought.
Chicago Times-Hera
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
An Exnlnnntion.

Hs-A woman's face shows her tai
ent.
Sha-How so?
He We'll, there's Miss Antiquate, for
exam pie. Her face tells me that she
is a great artist.-Chicago Daily News.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
Quite EasfIv ExpIained

willie she exclaimed, severely,
'why did you go to :he jam jar while
1 was out? q"
But Willie had tahen his lesson from
Mahomet and the mountain.
because the jam jar wouldn't come
to me-" he answered, promptly.-Chi-
cagO Post.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23

Clerk-I've been in your employ for
many years, sir, and as 1 was married
yesterday I'd like an increase in my
salary.
Moneybags-But, my dear sir, this
house is not responsible for accidents
happening to its employes.-Chicago
Inter Ocean.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
Not to BE Trueted.

Wife-Let me send for DR.. Killman.
You said some one recommended him
highly
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23
Art COmpuision.

First Artist see Dauber has taken
his wife as model for one of his an
gels.
Second Artist Yes; she'd snatch
him baldheaded if he didn't.--N. Y.
Weekly.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23

Sick Husband-I don't want him,
dearest. The man who recommended
aim is an dertaker.-Harlem Life.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23

"When you see the folks are restless,
OF course you stop" said 1,
ooh no, when 1 see they're restful."
Said the preacher, with sigh.
Detroit Journal.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-10-23

Mistress-Are you not rather small
for a nurse?
Nurse-No, indeed, madam. The chill
dren don't fall so far when 1 drop them.
-Jugend.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
4 Restored Homestead.

Editor Heraid:-Some five years ago
Mr. c. 5. Hamlet became the pur-
chaser Of a portion Of the old Walthall
tract, near Hampden-Sidney. When
he took possession ii was in state Of
"innocuous desuetude," with buildings
fast going to decay and fields in sad
state of neglect. This is all changed
now, as your correspondent learned on
a recent visit.
The old homestead stands out in new
dress and new beauty, while the fields
give evidence of thoughtful culture.
The land was originally good and had
only suffered in the hands of tenants,
whose maxim was get all and give
none.n | look upon it today as one Of
the best tobacco farms i'm this section.
After Mr.. Hamlet had become the
purchaser Of l25 acres Of the old tract,
he bought - acres adjoining, and from
one crop Of tobacco and corn actually
received in cash within few dollars Of
what he had paid out for the land.
This year he hopes confidently to dis
lance all former results, and from the
manner i'm which the canvass of 1900
opens | am assured that his highest
hopes will be realized.
Six plant beds have already been
prepared, as Mr.. Coley Hamlet, Jr.,
insists on planting 100000 during the
first season. 1t is good for dyspepsia
and dependency to watch these stall
wart young Virginians at work.
take of my hat to them, I'M
crowned kings Of the earth.
On THE Go.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
SnnerYisnrs, Meeting.

The March meeting Of the Prince
Edward Board of Supervisors was
probably of more general interest than
any held for many months. Before
the Board came a number of prominent
citizens from different parts Of the
county bearing largely signed petit
ton OF representative tax payers asking
the Board to reconsider its action rails
ing the salary Of the judge Of the court.
Major A. r.. Venable, .Jr., acted as
spokesman for the petitioners and adj
dressed the Board. He said they did
not come to unkindly or unjustly
criticize the Board or any one else.
He thought that the Board had acted,
On the Judges salary question, hastily
and without due consideration and
general representation Of the people.
Major Venable declared it to be mat
ter of principle and not the amount Of
salary, involved, as that no increase Of
expenditure should ever be made by
the Board of Supervisors which does
not guarantee corresponding better
ment Of public conditions.
Judge Watkins replied to Major Ven
able, and the Board deferred action
until after the routine work Of the
meeting, when on motion of Mr. Hub
bard, the question was continued until
the next regular meeting. 1t was
thought best that full Board should
be present when the question is finally
acted upon. There were only three
members present last Friday. They
were r. NJ. Burton, chairman w. II.
Hubbard and f. l.. Dupuy.
A number of lady members Of the
Prince Edward Memorial Association
appealed to the Board Of Supervisors
for an appropriation of $500 to be
applied to the fund for raising a monu-
ment to Prince Edwards Confederate
soldiers.
On motion Of Mr. Hubbard the
amount asked for was unanimously
given.
The Board allowed bills against the
county aggregating $500.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
For q Fair Next Fall.

The subject of holding Fair ia
Farmville next fall is being generally
discussed, and nobody opposes the
suggestion. But we need more than
discussion. A decision is better, "a to
plan and performance in all their de-
tails.
These things cannot be arranged by
street corner talk. We must meet, con-
fer, exchange views and come To some
definite arrangements as to name, time,
daily program, premiums, &c, dc.
Organization first, and then the detaiis.
Those citizens, then, who are utter
ested in the subject, and all citizens
who are interested in Farmville must
be, are earnestly requested to meet in
the courthouse next Monday evening
at o'clock, to talk oyer the whole sub
Ject, when, if it is thought best, an or
ganlzatiOn will at once be perfected.
We have the building for the indoor
exhibits, such as our ladies will furnish,
and our farmers will offer, and our
merchants and mechanics will wish to
display, and for a few hundred dollars
our race track can be put in perfect
order. We need not prolong this
which is simply intended as an invi-
tation to meet, organize and start the
ball in motion. Don't put this work
on your neighbor Come, touch ell
bows with him and let's move on to
industrial victory.
Paris has its Exposition, and Rich
mond its Street Fair, and the Farm
vile Fair Association must keep up
with the procession.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Sunday in Our Churches.

Sunday was pleasant day for March,
and our churches were well attended.
Rev. Mr.. Thompson made delightful
talk at the Y. NJ. G.. A. in the afternoon,
with the bible a. his theme.
Rev. Mr.. Hunter impressed his con-
gregation at the nights services with
the importance Of things unseen in
contrast with those which are seen.
At this service Miss Andrews sang a
most acceptable solo in truly artistic
style.
Rev. DR.. Harding, in the morning,
spoke of the high honor conferred on
man when he became co-worker with
the God who made him.
Rev. Mr.. Capers occupied the pulpit
Of a church in Winston, \. c., that
day
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Farming Items Caught on the Fly.

Editor Herdid:-Powhatan sends
greetings to Prince Edward, and calls
attention to the following statement Of
what one of her farmers is doing:
With the labor Of three men he rails
ed 1880 pounds Of tobacco, and sold at
an average Of SIPS.
Four tons Of guano were used. The
name of the farmer can be had at the
HERALD Office, and his postoffice adj
dress.
Mr.. c. r. Sanderson, of Ashby,
Cumberland county, Is an all-round
busy man, merchant, timber man, &c,
and vet he has time to do some sue
cessful farming. Here is a sample:
Planted 1000 hills of tobacco, sold
q. 800 pounds for $3.50 Cost Of produc-
ton 500. Profits per acre 1850. Isn't
such land valuable ? and isn't South
side Virginia made up Of such?
Your correspondent dined at historic
Frazier's Tavern, in Cumberland couu-
tv. on last Saturday. Mrs. Brazeal, de
scendant of those who gave to it its
ancient glory, is now in charge, and
the reputation Of the old hostelry is
being maintained. 1t is interesting to
listen to the traditions that hang
around this way side Inn, and which
have been handed down from sire to
son. The big men Of by-gone used to
stop there in the days Of stage coach
travelling and some Of their sayings
are still i'm the air.
Gen. Scott, of Mexican fame, was
there one day for dinner, and because
of his august presence, the good lady
of the house was about to remove from
the table some fried apples which had
been prepared for the meal, when her
husband persuaded her to let them re-
main. When the distinguished gentle
man entered the dining room and his
eyes rested on that prince of fall dish
es. they glistened with new delight,
and the housewife was showered with
compliments for the manner Of serving
them. The old hero knew good
thing when he saw IT,
The orchard Of chaplain Morrison,
lust this side Of Cumberland G. H., be-
gins To take on something Of the air OF
spring, and 10y the way | witnessed
some deep blowing going on at that
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
IITFI'IIIN0 '''E'17'
The following bills were read and al

On motion Of Mr.. Gillian the Opera
House Committee was instructed to
have new floor put in the HERALD
office.
Mr.. Davidson reported the inefli-
cheney Of the towns fire hose. be said
the leaks at the joints in the hose were
so great that not one half the water
force can be had as was demonstrated
at the last fire.
The matter was referred to the Fire
Committee to instruct the chief to have
the defective hose repaired, and also
to have report at the next meeting as
to the amount Of available hose on
hand.
A set of ordinances offered by Mr.. =.
p. Vandersice governing the sale OF
products, fresh meats, &c, ordinarily
sold by green groceries, was laid on the
table until the next meeting.
The Ordinance Committee, having
the matter of granting franchise for
putting in and maintaining sewerage,
declined to recommend the petition.
The committee was continued, how
ever. to confer with Messrs. }. w.
Otey and J. II. Martin, the petitioners,
and make report at the next regular
monthly meeting.
Capt Martin presented a petition
asking for stepping stones across Main
street leading from the depot to the
Windsor House. The council granted
the request,
A bill of W. T. Doyne's amounting
to $3.50 for laying pavement before
his Main street store was laid on tie
table.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Farmers ORGANIZATION.

FARMvlILE, VA, March 18th, 1900.
Mr.. kdtor In the last issue of the
HERALD saw AN article from Mr..
/ East in regard % "a farmers OrganiZa-
ton, and as 1t is on the same line that
/ have been working for the last six
months, / will make a proposition
that if Mr.. East will get as many Of his
farmer friends ~ he can to come with
him To Farmvile next Monday, court
day we will form an organization up
Oh the lines he has indicated. The
way 10 do "A thing is 10 do il. The trOu-
bic has always been with the farmers
too mu b talk, too many resolves and
too little action. Trusts are here to
stay, and the time is past to talk about
legslating to break them up, a. the
father Of all the trusts is the OtlicehOld-
ers' trust, and every other business and
calling is controlled 10y a trust except
the farmers business, and the great
necessity of forming themselves into
trust is now agitating the mind Of
every intelligent farmer We have to
get in the procession if we would see
the show.
| was glad to see in Mr.. East's article
the same principle advocated that
have always held to viz: that the farm
ers ought not to organize to break any
business or any one down, but to build
themselves up. 1t is as necessary for
the farmers success that there shall be
class of non producers with money to
buy our produce, as it is for us to pro-
duce il To sell. The only reason that
we producers should organize is to pre-
vent the other fellow that is organized
getting more than his share of what
We produce. A fair division is all that
we ask Now, Mr.. East and others in
terested IN farming, who have not got
too much prosperity and too great a
share of what they produce, come along
and join Us and let us try to get divi-
sion Of the profits from our work.
Mr. Editor, did it ever occur to you
that any enterprise could be broken up
with prosperity? / have faint recol-
lection Of one being broken up by pros
perity, not in the very distant past,
and the only fear that | entertain Of
organization being broken up
is by the same sort Of prosperity.
Come on brother farmers, and let us
try il anyhow. w. b.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
An Enterprising Firm.

There are few men more wide awake
and enterprising than White d Co.,
who spare no pains to secure the best
of everything in their line for their
many customers. They now have the
valuable agency for DIR. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption, Coughs
and Colds. This is the wonderful
remedy that is producing such Juror
all over the country by its many start
ling cures. absolutely cures Asthma,
Bronchitis, Hoarseness and all affec-
tons of the Throat, Chest and Lungs.
Call at above drug store and get trial
bottle free or regular size for 80 cents
and Sl00. Guaranteed to cure or price
refunded.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.

The HERALD does not solicit adver-
tisements to be inserted among its To-
cal news matter, and would prefer that
advertisers use the other columns OF
the paper. The rates for advertise
ments are low-especially on six
months and yearly contracts. The
rates for advertising among the locals
which have obtained with this paper
since its foundation, will be rigidly adj
hered to, viz: TEN CENTS per line
for the first insertion and five cents per
line for each subsequent insertion OF
the same matter. Those who have
contracts with the HERALD for regu-
lar advertising, will be, as heretofore,
allowed uniform rate of FIVE CENTS
per line for each and every insertion OF
advertising matter among the local
reading.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
RICHARD EPPEs,
Secretary.
JOHN J. COOKE,
Chairman.

We don't just understand how it is
more "inquisitorial" to inquire into
"stocksD than into stock, into the
holdings Of a bond holder than into
holdings Of landowner.
Whatever the law protects, whether
coupons or calves, buildings or building
fund script, incomes or inheritances,
merchandise or minerals "credit SUBJ
stitu;esu or the cash, all should be will
ling to bear a just and full portion OF
the public burden, and every attempt
to dodge it ought to be defeated.
Property secrets should have no ex-
istence. The commonwealth has moth
ing to do with the family closet but
has a perfect right to ransack the fam
ily chest.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Now Enternrise.

Mr.. s. p. Vandersice, attorney and
one of Farmville's most enterprisng
young citizens, informs us that already
there has been subscribed the full
amount necessary to the establishing
Of knitting factory here. The amount
of capital which was necessary was
$4,000, and Mr.. Vanderslice energet-
cally set to work getting the re-
quired sum. His efforts were reward
ed and the knitting factory is assured,
if the town authorities will donate its
site. This the council will in all likli-
hood do, since it was at recent meet
ing of that body it was announced that
any and every encouragement within
the bounds of law would be given to
promoters of such enterprises as manu-
foctories, &c.
The proposed knitting mill, we are
told, will give employment to about 100
people, and its capacity is placed at 100
dozen pairs Of hose per day.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Free of Charge.

ANY adult suffering from a cold
settled on the breast, bronchitis, throat
or lung troubles of any nature, who
will call at II. G. Crute's, will be pre-
sented with a sample bottle of Boschee's
German Syrup. free Of charge. Only
one bottle given to one person, and
none to children without order from
parents. -,
No throat or lung remedy ever had
such sale as Boschee's German syrup
in all parts Of the civilized world.
Twenty years ago millions of bottles
we're given away, and your druggists
will tell you its success was marvellous
III really the only Throat and Lung
Remedy generally endorsed 10y physI-
clans. One ~ cent b 0ttle will cure oil
prove its value. Sold by dealers IN al
civilized countries.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
August Flower.

at is surprising fact" says Prof.
Houton, that in my travels in all
parts of the world, for the last ten
years, have met more people having
used Green's August Flower than any
other remedy, for dyspepsia, deranged
liver and stomach, and for constipa-
ton. | find for tourists and statesmen,
or for persons filling Office positions,
where headaches and general bad feel
ings from irregular habits exist, that
Green's August Flower is a grand
remedy. 1t does not injure the system
by frequent use, and is excellent for
sour stomachs and Indigestion" Sam
pie bottles free at II. g. Crute's.
Sold by dealers in all civilized coun-
tries.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
Spain's Greatest Need.

Mr.. r. p. Olivia, of Barcelona, spends
his winters at Aiken. S. c. Weak nerves
had caused severe pains In the back Of
his head On using Electric Bitters,
Americas greatest Blood and Nerve
Remedy, all pain soon left him. He says
this grand medicine is what his country
needs. All America knows that it cures
liver and kidney trouble, purifes the
blood, tones up the stomach, strengthens
the nerves, puts vim, vigor and new life
intoevery muscle, nerve and organ of
the body. If weak, tired or ailing you
need it. Every bottle guaranteed, only
90 cents. Sold by White & Co., Drug
gists.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16

place. Three fat mules Ia pillow, and
running beam deep. II i~a little won
derfu that this mau Of the sea should
know SD we'll how 10 conduct the work
OF mother earth. lie is giving us good
example, however
met last week number of P0wha-
tan farmers who were well pleased
with their sales Of tobacco made in the
Farmvile market.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
The best foot mat is the genuine
Huffman, for sale by W.T.. Doyne.
HumiIiating Blood Diseases,

Illuminating blood diseases can De cured.
This is nota theory, IL is a fact. Cures are
being made every day, though they are not
made In day. The reason why SO many
suffer without hope is because they have
been so often induced TO try impossible rem.
edies. The man who says that a blood dis
ease can be cured by local application or
operation is a fraud. There is but one way:
the blood must be purified. When that is
done the disease disappears. The best puri-
fer is Davld's Sasaparilla. Ii does the work
when others fail. For sale by Winston q
Gray.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
That ThrObbing EEeada che

Would quickly leave you, if you used
DR.. Kings New Life Pills. Thousand:
of sufferers have proved their matches:
merit for Sick and Nervous Headaches.
They make pure blood and strong nerves
and build up your health. Easy to take.
Try them. Only % cents. Money back
If not cured Sold by White 81 Co., Drug
gists
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16

We have for sale one Of the most
desirable farms in the tarmville Dis
trict. 1t contains more than 800 acres,
but can be divided into four farms,
with dwelling, barns, &c., on each.
Here is an opportunity for young men
VINO are renting. Apply to
THE FARMvILLE FARM AGENCY.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
List Your Lands.

Persons having lands for sale would
do well to list them with the Farmville
Farm Agency which will do the adj
vertising free Of cost to owners. For
further information address the agency
by letter or apply in person at HERALD
office.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16
THE COUNCILS PATRIOTISM.
! Substantial Appropriation In Re-
>ponSe to Ladies Appeal Minor
Municipal Matters.

Municipal Matters.
The town council received number
Of ladies at its meeting held Tuesday
night. They were present to ask foi
an appropriation to the Prince Edward
Memorial Association, whose object il
To erect a shaft to the memory of Con-
federates who went out from this
county.
Rules were suspended and the ladies
allowed to make their appeal before
the routine was begun. On behalf Of
the ladies Capt ). w Paulett address
ed the council. He first gave state
ment Of the Memorial Associations
present resources. 1t was as follows:
In Planters Bank ...................S $50 90
cash IN hand. ................ 500 90
Uncollected contributions. 100 90
81, $50 90
In addition to the above Capt Drum
eller has list of contributors whose
aggregate amounts to $3.50, making in
all 81 900 that can be counted ON.
Capt. Paulett allowed the ladies to set
the amount the council should give,
aud Mrs Edmunds stated that they
hoped to receive $500 from the town.
She said the Association even with
this contribution would continue I'M
ceasingly to work and to labor until at
least 3, 800 has been secured for the
accomplishment of their purpose. In
making the appropriation asked for
the council would not only honor the
Confederate dead, she said, but the
Association, and themselves as well.
Capt. Drumeller was present and
briefly addressed the council after
which Mr. Erambert moved to make
the appropriation.
Mr.. Gillian, though not opposing
the motion, asked if the council had
the legal right to make such an appro-
priation, and Capt. Paulett replied that
it had the same right to do so as it had
to appropriate 500 to defray the ex-
penses Of a Summer Normal.
Mr.. Wall said the council should give
as much a. possible to the monument
fund for the completion Of work
which will show to posterity what
their forefathers have done. Several
other members of the council spoke
approvingly, aud the mayor in few
feeling remarks heartily acquesced and
endorsed what afterwards proved to be
the unanimous sentiment of the body
viz: to make the appropriation Of $500
to be paid out Of the town treasury
some time next fall.
dob" Miller, in ringing tones and
with eyes sufiused with tears, thanked |
the council for their action, assuring |
them that the people whom they served /
would with one voice say "well done, /
good and faithful servants"
The members present were Mayor |
Blanton presiding; Messrs Chas. Bugg,
w. p. Gillian, r. l.. Erambert, A. +. |
Crale, +. l.. Morris, J b. Farrar, II.
+. Wall and Dr. w. +. Anderson.
The sergeant's report was read As fol-
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1900-03-16

We wish for you a prosperous year,
and for ourselves a share Of your pat
rOnage.
Prompt attention and safe insurance
guaranteed.
PAULETI d PAULETT.