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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

The State Corporation Commission
Wednesday handed down a lengthy
opinion on the rules and regulations
governing storage and demurrage rates
to be charged by transportation COM
panies in this State. Judge Crump
prepared the opinion. Transportation
companies held that the commission
should make its rules apply only to
shipments commencing and ending in
Virginia ON the ground that the COM
mission had no power to regulate in
terstate shipments. The opinion de-
livered holds that the rules should be
made general in their application, and
the commission has jurisdiction over
common carriers in Virginia to that
extent.-Cor. Baltim0T Sphtg,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
AOCOMAO COURT HOUSE. va,
Entered at Il Postofice at Accomac G. II.
Va, as second-class matter.

The twenty-sixth annual fair Of the
Eastern Shore Agricultural Associa-
ton will open Tuesday, August 18th,
and with brighter prospects of success,
perhaps, than at any period of its long
existence. The exhibits, of course, will
be there-they always are-and in
abundance and quality second to none
at any fair held in Virginia this year
Amusements may be expected i'll
greater number than ever befOre-in
fact have been secured-and which
will not only please all in attendance
but be commended for their merit by
them. The speed trials will doubtless
be up to the standard of past years
not so fast perhaps as at some other
fair grounds-but interesting to you,
because you will feel personal inter
est in the horses and know that every
dollar paid to the winners will stay at
home and remain in circulation with
us. That good order will prevail and
no one will dare to so offend against
the proprieties as to make it disagreed
BILE to you-you not only have the
right to expect it but are assured that
such will be the case-and no other
guaranty need be given than its past
history in that respect.
In word, it is to be good fair this
year-"not the biggest show on earth"
but so pleasing to you in many res
poets that you will overlook its defects
amid its pleasant surroundings, as you
have done in the past, and be willing
to concede, that while others are ahead
of it along some lines, it has a place in
your heart which no other fills so well.
And in the name of the authorities, we
invite you to be present at the fair this
year and bring with you the exhibits
of your fields and gardens and barn
yards, of your workshops and homes, OF
your handiwork, &C., and while bene-
fitted by an interchange Of views along
these lines, help to perpetuate its social
features and the happy reunions Incl
dent to the same. .--'
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To NV yellow citizens of the County Of AcoO-

To my Fellow Citizens of the County OF Acco-
mae: A.,
represent the county of Accomac In the next
House of Delegates, subject to the rules ana
regulations of the Democratic party. N
making the above announcement, am MIMI
ful of the fact that Accomack's representa-
tives I'm the next Assembly of Virginia, owing
TO an unnecessary and deplorable agitation OF
measures and questions affecting the mateIiaI
interest and welfare of certain sections OF Tue
county, will be abnormaIly clothed with great
and grave responsibillties;yet, should my lel
low citizens honor me by elccting me aS tnelr
next representative, will strive, as far as IN
nv humble power, to measure up 10 those re-
uiirements; and IL will be my CONSTANT am,
ever hearkening to the voice OF people, 10 hu-
yocate legislation which will redound 10 the
moral and material interests OF this county.
Inasmuch as the paramount issue, at present
aRitating the minds of the people, Is the Oys-
ter question, L deem il but fair TO the people
whose support ask, TO say that am, anu al
WAYS have been unalterably opposed TO the
breaking of the Baylor Survey; ana am not
prompted to make the above statement Dy
any motive OF attempting to slip IN said once,
nor am driven to the above position by .the
cry of an outraged public. .
fnasmuch as intend TO discuss the para
mount issues of the campaign. at as many
points In the county as can reach DeIore
election, hereby extend to my opponent an an
invitation to meet me in Joint discussion ~
any or ali of said points. expect to prepare
and publish next week schedule Oh my APP
pointments and IL my opponent VIII com
municate with me- will be pleased 10 arrange
the places and time to suit his convenience.
Very truly,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
A. votors of Accomack County:

To the Voters of Accomack County:
/ desire to remind you of the fact, that am
still candidate for the Office otSheriff OF TINS
county. subject to the decision of the Demo
cratic party in making nominations. 1T IS use
less TO remind you also, that four years ago
spent both time and money in trying TO secure
The same place, but failed TO get there. Neither
did / get there when appointment was 70 oo 9S
made TO fill the vacancy caused by the dealn
80 Mr. Cunter. | therefore have no official
record. for which to justify myself in asking
your support, but should | be fortunate 1dhdt
enough 10 win in the coming election, when
tho voters of the whole county will have
voice. surely will try just as hard to please
YOU. and to do my duty as would, had com com
hination of circumstances placed me IN posi-
tinn 70 successfully swipe seldom slice OF
political pie, furnished by the solitary SOUND
of a single voice, shortly after the close Oh "a
three cornered campaign, in when ana not
care to enter. However, am now, as hereIo-
fore. willing to leave the matter with the
voters, and will bow submissiyely 10 thelr ue-
cision. -,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
m Tho voters of Accomack County:

To the Voters Of Accomack County:
The new Constitution Of the State OF Fir-
Rinia. adopted by the Convention OF l9Ol, z,
with the Schedule thereto annexed, provides,
that on the First day of February, a. D.; IVA,
the present judicial system of County courts
IN said State. shall cease, and the Judiclal sys-
tenn OF Circuit Courts created by said Consti-
tuition, shall go into operations; ana TURNER
provides, that in the County OF Accomack,
there shall be elected on Tuesday after inc
first Monday In November, A. D., l%3, WIN
other County officers, one County Clerk. VINO
shall be Clerk of the Circuit Court" for which
Office hereby announce myself candidate
at said November election, subject TO nomina-
ton at the Democratic Primary, Election 10
select candidates. for County offices.
Truly thankful to my fellow citizens ror
their support in the past, shall indeed DC
sincerely grateful for continuance Thereon;
and If elected, shall strive with utmost en-
deayor 10 discharge the duties of the ONCE
faithfully, promptly, efficiently and oDlglng-
ly: ever seeking Divine guidance.
In the event of my ele ;tion to said once, IL
is my purpose, on entering upon the duties
thereof to request the Court to appoint Mr..
Robert II. Oldham and Mr.. John IL. wise,
Deputy Clerks.
Very respectfully,
John ID. Grant.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

To NV Fellow Citizens of Acconac County;
II hereby announce myself candidate for
tho office of Commemorative Attorney Tor
the next term, subject to whatever plan re
Democratic party may adopt IN making ahl t nf
Ace I have no public record to vouch for the
fnSijment of any promises l may now make.
can only saw that if / am honored by: being
entrusted with the responsibilities Is, OF s g,
position, l shall endeayor 1altniuliy " uis-
Charge them to the best OF my aointy' -~-
'" Very respectfully. -.
G. Walter Mapp.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
G. 3. johnson.
To the Voters of Accomack County:

To the Voters of Accomack County:
hereby announce myself candidate
for the office of Commissioner OF Rev
enue for the lower parish of said coun-
ty. subject to the rules and regulations
Of the Democratic party.
| have been an earnest and faithful
worker for tn Democratic party for the
last twenty years and having canyassed
the county several times,at a very heavy
expense, / hope the Democratic voters OF
Accomac will show by their votes that
no one has stronger claim upon them
for this office than have. have no
public record to vouch for the fulflment
of any promises | might make. | can
only say that il l am entrusted with the
responsibilities of said office shall en-
deavor faithfully to discharge them to
the best of my ability. Thanking you
all for your past support again ask
your help in the coming contest.
Very respectfully,
J. d. Jacob,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
w. p. Goodwin.

1 hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of Constable In AT
lantic Magisterial District, subject to
the Democratic primary,of September
9TH, 1903. If nominated and elected L
promise to discharge the duties of the
office to the best of my ability.
Respectfully.
w. Finnie Hall.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

To the Voters of Pungoteague District:
L respectfully announce myself
candidate for reelection as Supervisor
of said district, subject to Democratic
primary. If 1t is your pleasure to again
entrust me with the duties of the Office
will endeavor In the future as | have
in the past to serve you faithfully and
efficiently.
Yours very truly,
~ Lucius j. Kellam.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
V cry truly,
s. James burlington.

I take this method Of announcing
that am candidate for reelection to
the office of Constable in Metompkin
District, subject to the Democratic
primary, September 5th, and respect
fully solicit your support. If nomina-
ted and elected will endeavor to dis
charge the duties of the Office faith
fully in the future as II have In the
past. c,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

This is to inform my friends and the
public generally that | am candi-
date for reelection to the Office of JUS
tice of the Peace for Pungoteague Dis
trict, subject to the primary election,
and to respectfully solicit their sup
mort for such office. If elected L will
endeavor to discharge the duties Of the
office in the future as | have in the
past to the best Of my ability.
e II. G.. Walker.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
Very truly,
1naliA.r Citirona.

To my Friends and Fellow Citizens: 90 tbo
oit,1ens Of KccomacK County to the fact that
fi am still a candidate for the office of Sheriff
nf at this county. subject to the rules and regu-
iatlons Of the Democrat party. 1t has been my
pleasure to discharge the duties Oh I'M ms once
o NJ term Of my predecessor. If this period
Of service has been satisfactory to the people
of the Commonwealth, then feel JUSTIFIED IN
asking the support of the voters or tne G ida
ment of the people, am.
Very sincerely, r
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

To the Democratic Voters of Accomack,
County.
/ hereby announce myself as a candi,
date for the office of Commissioner OF
the Revenue for the lower parish, sub
/ iect to the decision Of the primary cleo
ton to be held the LIST Saturday in Sep
TENDER 1908.
II elected l will do all in my power to
discharge the duties Of said office faith
fully and conscientiously:
FL. r. Boggs.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
I1IUJ U t. U " 1I-oIf'
Greenbackville, Va, August 8, 1903.

take this method of announcing
myself candidate for Commissioner
of Revenue for the upper Parish OF
Accomack County, subject to the
Democratic Primary to be held Septem-
Der 5th, 1908, and ask the support OF
nv fellow Democrats at the primary.
Very truly yours,
Samuel J. Revell,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To the voters of Metompkin District:

To the Voters of Metompkin District:
At the request Of many friends ! an
nounce myself candidate for Com
stable of Metompkin District, subject
to the Democratic primary and res
pectfully solicit their support. II nom
mated and elected will discharge the
duties of the office to the best OF my
ability without fear or favor OF anyone
| am too busily engaged In farming
to see everyone but l want their sup
port just the same.
Z. s. Hall.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To the Democratic Voters of Accomacl

To the DemOCratlC VOIeIs Oh ACCOHIaOh
County: -
hereby announce that shall be a
candidate for the office of the Common
wealth's Attorney of said county for the
term of Office beginning January LIST,
1908, subject to the method adopted by
the Democratic party for the selection
of its nominee. If chosen by the people
to fill an office of such importance and
responsibility, l pledge myself to put
forth my best efforts in discharge of its
duties-having always the interest OF
this county and the welfare and her citi-
zens at heart.
Very truly,
s. James burlington.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To NV Fellow Citizens:

To My Fellow Citizens: u,..s
Certain facts and circumstances well known
to most of you, and from the truth ana force
of which unfortunately, there Is no possible
relief. impel me to again come before you
asking earnestly your thoughtful considera-
ton and support for the nomination Tor the
office of Commissioners of the ReVepue LOT tne
upper Parish, at the primary, or whatever
other method the democratic party may adopt
for the selection of its candidates, Tor the
election in November next. II Is useless Tor
me TO say how thankful would be ior your
smnnort and will only say that If chosen by
Won | will discharge the duties OF the ofhce
CONSIDERABLY, faithfully and to the best oil
my ability. .,..u
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

John Stevenson, Norfolk, is victim
of the new and drastic Mann liquor
law. He paid fine of SOS Thursday
and is serving a sentence in jail fol
selling liquor on Sunday. Stevenson
was barkeeper for e. A. Perry, who
will forfeit the license for which he
paid $3.50 in May. The court has ruled
that any infraction of the Mann law
operates to revoke the license.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
Very respectfully,
To the Voters of Accomac:

To the DUCTS OF ACCOHdC.
thereby announce myself candidate
for Commissioner of the Revenue OF
District No. lower parish, subject to
the primary election to be held Septem-
Der 5th. BY appointment of the county
court, l have filled the unexpired term
of the late William d. Tunnel, and l
believe that my experience during that
time makes me more capable of filling
the office than an entirely new man., l
earnestly solicit the support of the PEG,
pie of the county, and promise if elected
to discharge the duties OF the office to
the best of my ability. .s'.D
VIM. s. Ayres.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To NV Friends and Fellow Citizens:

TO my FrIenus anu reIIV" OIsI"oHo' -
desire to again call the attention OF
the citizens of Accomack county to the
fact that am candidate for the office
of Commissioner of the Revenue in dis
trict No. of said county, subject to the
rules and regulations of the Democratic
party. Truly thankful to my fellow
citizens for their support in the Fast l
shall be sincerely grateful for a con;
tinuance thereof, and if elected shall
strive with utmost endeavOr to discharge
the duties of the office to the best Of my
ability.
Very respectfully,
II. c. Kelley
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To the Voters of Accomack County.

To the Voters OF AccOmdCk OOuHVy, -
hereby announce myself candidate for
the Office of commissioner Of the revenue LOT
the INNER parish of the said county, subject
70 the Democratic Primary. Being truly
thankful to my fellow citizens for their sup
port in the past. shall indeed be thankful for
your help and support In the coming eieeel on
duties of the Office to the best of my ability.
Yours truly
T.. w. Hutchinson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

We desire to express our gratitude
to the voters Of Accomack County for
intrusting to Dur care the high Office
of Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer
which has been so kindly bestowed
upon us In the past.
We now beg leave to ask once again
Of them their support fol. another term
for the same office at the September
Primary Election with the promise
that we will try to maintain the repu-
tation In the future that we have made
in the past.
Your obedient servants,
John H. Hopkins, Treas.
Edwin II. Powell, Deputy Treasurer
August 8, 1908.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

am again before you for the office of Sher.
with Won 10 say. whether shall be your can
didate, trusting will receive the nomina-
ton instead of being close second, as before
II elected, promise to honor the trust CON
ferred upon me. Thanking you an LOT your
past solicitations in my behalf, again ask
YOUR aid in the coming contest.
Yours earnestly,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

To the Voters of Accomac County:
1 respectfully announce myself a
candidate for the office Of Commits
sioner of the Revene of lower parish,
subject to the Democratic primary. II
nominated and elected will endeavor
to discharge the duties OF the office
faithfully and efficiently. o.
Yours very truly,
e. 4. Warren.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

10 tho voters of Pungoteaeue District:
take this method of Informing them that
nm a candidate for constable In Pungotea1ue
biz subject to any plan the Democratic
party may adopt n making nSaa1 mysef a to
dissharge the duties of the office to the best
of my ability. sovarr a Kel1am.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
T. T. Wescott.

Vo the Voters of Pungoteague District;
l. take this method of announcing my
self candidate for the office of Con
stable in Pungoteague District, subject
to the primary to be held September o.
If nominated and elected will endeayor
to discharge the duties of the office
faithfully and in the best interests OF the
people.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

The State Democratic Committee
has passed resolutions unfolding the
primary plan as previously promulga..
ted and favoring the viva-voce plan OF
voting.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
Candidates Cards.

To my friends and fellow citizens of
Accomack County:
At the solicitation of many friends l
announce myself candidate for the Of
fee of Commissioner of the Revenue for
District No. 2. My opponents are all
young men in the prime of life and can
afford to wait for another race. am
well on the shady side of 80 and If ever
needed the office need it now.
| have been an active worker in the
Democratic ranks for the past 30 years.
served an apprenticeship with John d:
Grant, Esq, and think am as well if
not better qualified to fill the office than
any candidate in the field. Every office
that has been placed in my hands have
tried to fill to the best of my ability, and
should the people of this unity see fit Of
entrust Inc with this Office, pledge my
self to faithful discharge of its duties
to the best of my ability. Thanking my
friends for their support in the past and
soliciting their support in the election
on the 9Th day of September l remain.
Yours truly,
E. s. Wise.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
Charlottesville, August 5, 1908.

1 hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the office of Constable Of Pun
colleague district in the primary to be
held the 9th day Of September. Feel
ing deeply grateful to the Democratic
voters for their support in the past and
pledging myselfto discharge the duties
of the office if elected to the best of my
ability, l am yours.
Very respectfully.
W. l.. Drummond.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

At the solicitation of many friends, I
announce myself a candidate for Super
visor from Pungoteague District, sub
ject however to the rules and regula-
lions governing the Democratic primary.
If elected promise faithful discharge
of its obligations. ~ ~ IT,.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
Mappsville, July p, 1908.


To the Democratic Voters OF Accomack:
Having again determined to become can
didate for re election to the House OF Dele
gates. j desire TO return my sincere thanks
for the honors you have conferred upon me
trust tnat my humble services as your repre-
sentasiye in the General Assembly of Nir-
ginia. have merited your further confidence
and support. Should 1t be the pleasure on dne
or otherwise, to again honor me with the
Nomination shall endeavor to serve them 10
the extent of my ability and with renewed
sense of my obligation to them and their III
terests.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
10 the Voters of Lee District.

TO the NOUtTb OF L6t DIotIIOV. -
l hereby announce myself candi-
date for reelection to the once OF
Supervisor, subject to the primary
election to be held September 9th.
Thanking my many friends for their
support in the past, solicitthe same
again. .,,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15

To the Voters of Atlantic District:
hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of Justice OF the
Peace for Atlantic District, subject to
the decision of the ensuing Democratic
Primary election. If nominated and
elected. 1 will, in the future as In the
past. perform the duties appertaining
to the Office to the best Of my ability.
Respectfully,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
To the Voters of Accomac County:

Your humble servant,
Alfred j. Lilliston.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-08-15
70 tho Voters of Accomac:

Very RESPECTFULLY.
S.Wilkins Matthews.
Assawaman, Va, July I'D, 1903.