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Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Personal.

IeISO0dls
Postmaster McClung Patton was
in Staunton Monday.
Mr.. w. M. Hayworth Of Balti-
more, was the guest of Mr.. and
Mrs. w. F. Edwards last week.
Mr.. Howard G. Lacy spent
several days visiting friends in
Staunton last week.
Congressman H. D. Flood has
notified Assistant Postmaster E.
L. Conner that the rural mail
routes Nos. A and 5 will be started
April LIST.
Rev. VIM. j. Maybee, State
superintendent of the Children
Home Society of Virginia, left
here today with three children for
the home in Richmond.
Sundays Staunton News, Mr..
John +. Stoddard, an old Staunton
boy, who is now located in Lex
ington, arrived in the city yester-
day on a few days visit to his
parents.
Hon. Henry st. George Tucker
and bride arrived home Sunday
from their wedding tour, which in
cluded trip through the South.
They left Monday morning for
Winchester.
Mr.. James M. Davidson returned
home Saturday after an absence
of four months spent in travelling
through the west. His journeyings
of 100000 miles carried him
through twenty-five States and a
visit to Canada.
Buchanan Banner: Mr.. and Mrs.
G.. A. Johnston of Christiansburg,
and their daughter, Miss Helen,
who is a student at the Southern
Seminary, Buena Vista, spent sew
eral days this week visiting the
family of Mr.. John +. Martin. DR..
A. Nash Johnston joined them on
Sunday.
Clifton Forge Review: Colonel
Robert Catlett, of Lexington,
spent Wednesday light at Gladys
Inn. He is now attending to the
duties of Acknowledgement Ander-
son, whose illness with rheuma-
ism has already been noted.
Colonel Catlett is an able attorney
and a strong debater
Staunton Spectator: Rev. VIM.
L. Bailey has been engaged by
Olivet church to supply their pull
pit for several months. He is
his temporary home at the
Hamilton House on Lewis street,
near the Second Presbyterian
church. His friends Of that con-
gregation, which he served so ac-
two years ago, are glad to
havehim so near them again.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Florida Letter.
Gazette Correspondence.

! Od-thc 1WfcSPeft"e"te'
PENSACOLA, FLA, Feb. 81.
This locality was visited, on the
10th instant, by the hardest rain
storm remembered by the oldest
citizens the wind reaching a velocity
of AZ miles per hour for short while
and at the same time, rain fell in tor
rents, floc ding the streets and render
ing them almost impossible. The
storm continued for abou' All hour.
But little damage was done to
shipping interests or ships in port, as
due Lotice of the approaching stJrm
was given on the afternoon preceding
and preparation made for it accord
ingly.
The storm ended at half past II p.
m, and, at the ris; of incredulity on
the part of your readers. | will say
that at 10 n. III. on the next day the
street sprinkler was at work to guard
against dust.
The big, first class battleship,
Indiana, attached to the North
Atlantic Squadron, passed over the
Pensacola bar on the 10Th at II a. III.
and anchored about mile and half
off the wharf. Her coming had been
previously announced aud hundreds
of PEOPLE were OH the docks to watch
the great war monster rs she, in her
stateliness, came up the bay. Many
in small boats went close enough to
get good outside view of the boat,
but none were permitted to board
her. This privilege, however, is
pr promised us later on.
The Indiana has a displacement
Of 10, 9S8 tons and Obs horse power.
she is armed with four ID inch guns,
foui teen inch rapid fire guns, sixteen
6 Founders, six Founders, four Colts
rifles and two inch rapid fire guns.
She can move at the rate of 16 knots
per hour an carries 465 officers and
men. She is 36S feet long,69 feet wide
and draws % feet of water. Other
and larger vessels of the same squad
ron are expected here in the near
future.
There WAS u cold snap following
the storm alluded to above, which
made here, on the night of the six
teenth, considerable ice and, for several
DAYS. rendered good fires and heavy
clothing very necessary. Reports
from the fruit producing portions OF
this State are to the effect that the
crops are not injured. Extreme
changes in the temperature take
place here as well as in our NOUN
famous country. This is one of the
most serious objections to this south
land OF late. This will be Sc n by
comparison with my last, when we
were almost enjoying summer weather
THE GAZETTE of this week reached
me this morning and seems much
like letter from home. SENEx.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Marriage Licenses.Issued

Marriage licenses have been issued
this week from the County Clerk S
office to the following persons:
Mr.. Henry Ellsworth Grosh and
Miss Lucretia Miller Chittum,
daughter of Mr.. w. II. Chittum.
Mr.. Louis WorthiDgton Davidson
and Miss Addie Belle Conner, daugh-
ter of Mr.. John +. Conner.
Mr.. Sidney Edward Fainter and
Miss Willie Anne Smi tn, daughter of
Mr.. Joseph Smith.
Today is Ash Wednesday. Ser
vices were held this morning at
II o'clock at Grace Memorial
church, conducted by the rector,
Rev. DR.. r. j. McBryde. During
Lent, services will be held Wednes-
day and Friday afternoons at
$3.50 O'Clock.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
A Startling Surprise.

Very few could believe in looking
at A. II. Hoadley, a healthy, robust
blacksmith of Tilden, Ind, that for
fen wears he suffered such tortures
from Rheumatism as few could en-,
dure and live. But wonderful
change followed his taking Electric
= Ritters. 1.-TWO bottles wholly cured
m,." he writes, land have not felt
a twinge in over a year" 1hey
regulate the Kidneys purify the
blood and cure Rheumatism, Neural
eia Nervousness, improve digestion
and give perfect health. Try them
Only 80 cts. at b. H. Gorrelrs drug
store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Dear Sir; The Longman q Marti-
nez Pure Paints are the highest grade
of paints in the world. McCrum Drug
Co, Lexington, HI. Gilkeson, Buena
Vista, will give you or any of your
fellow citizens our personal guarantee
to repaint residence if Ourpaint don't
prove eminently satisfactory thele con.
known to wear IS years. 2Sth year
of sale. Actual cost only $3.50 per
gallon.
LONGMAN & MATINEE,
New York
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Gi1nOre's Mill.
Gazette CoJreSbopdeHce.

Gazette C0JyeSbOpdeHce.
Feb. 23.-We wondered last week if
the North pole had been discovered
and il it had been transplanted from
the artic circle to Virginia.
On account of the freeze up Capt.
Chiles was unable to run his mill for
several days last week.
Our young people have been enjoy
ing the cold spell by skating and
several had the misfortune to get
doused in the icy waters.
Mr.. Will Hatcher had the misfortune
to mash his foot severely las. week by
letting an axe fall on it.
Messrs. X. McC. Paxton Il Bro.
have reopened the quarry at Natural
Bridge and are running in full blast
shipping the rock to the furnace at
Buena Vista. jim SWINGER.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
MIR. Shannon and Miss Charlton
Welded Monday Night.

A beautiful home marriage was
solemnized at O'Clock Monday
night, February 23rd, at the hos
pitable home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Samuel c.. Charlton on upper Main
street, when their eldest daughter,
Miss Katherine Landlord Charlton,
was welded to Mr.. James Boyd
Shannon, witnessed by the i'm
mediate friends of the contracting
parties. The officiating minister
was Rev. j.. H. Light, pastor of
Trinity Methodist church. Mrs.
Howard w. Amole presided at
the organ and played the wedding
march from Mendelssohn.
The bride is an attractive and
vivacious young lady and is very
popular with her friends. She
was becomingly attired in gown
of gray crepe, with silk and appli-
que trimmings, and carried a
bouquet of carnations. The bride
groom was attended by Mr.. j.
Edward Beaver and the bride
by Miss Katie Marshall of Staun-
ton. The parlors were tastefully
decorated with ferns, palms and
potted plants and presented a
pleasing effect.
Following the ceremony the
happy couple received the con-
CALCULATIONS of their friends, after
which a delightful and sumptuous
supper was served. The presents
were numerous and handsome.
Mr.. Shannon is engaged in
business in Lexington, member
of the grocery firm Of Wade Masters
d Co. Formerly for years he was
a resident of Lexington and later
lived at Gladstone and Richmond.
Among those from a distance
who attended the marriage were
Misses Katie and Lena Marshall
and brother, Mr.. William Marshall,
and Miss Katie Whitlock, all Of
StauntOn, Va.
Mr.. and Mrs. Shannon left Tues
day morning over the Baltimore
and Ohio railroad via Staunton and
the Chesapeake and Ohio for
Richmond and Newport News.
Their trip will include New York
and other cities.
At Newport News Wednesday
evening they will be present at
the marriage of Mrs. Shannon
brother, Mr.. j. Herbert Charlton,
and Miss Eva Smith, which will
take place in that city at the home
of the brides brother, Mr.. Warren
Smith.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Moore's SCHOOL, house.

Gazenr CoyyeSb ondenee.
Feb. 23.-Mr. and Mrs. Charles f.
Mccormick have returned from a
visit to their friends near Raphine.
Mr.. G. ID. Palmer will move soon to
his farm he lately bought from Mr..
]. &. Wills, and Mr.. Charles f. Nc
Cormick will take possession OF the
place he vacates, known as the VIM.
II. McCorkle farm.
Mr.. Joseph s. Pultz and family
have moved from South River, near
Riverside, to the Wesley Chapel
neighborhood, and taken possession
of the farm lately bought by Mr..
Henry NJ. Smith from Mr.. II. Frank
Amole. Mr.. Pultz is a go-a-head far
mer.
There has been as yet but little
blowing done in this neighborhood.
The continuous rains and SHOWS have
kept farming operations back. The
roads are in u terrible condition, as
the constant hauling Of heavy loads
over AiEem mas rendered them we'll
ieh mpassable. b. b,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Wilson Memorial Donation

OF the twenty publishing firms
who have promised about fifty
volumes each to the Wilson Memorial
library at Washington and Lee
University, seven firms have already
contributed 300 volumes, which have
been received, and others are looked
for at any time.
1t will be recalled that these gifts
were made in recognition of Mr..
Wilson's service in Congress in the
cause of the international copyrigh
law.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Unclaimed Letters.

Following is the list of unclaimed
letters remaining in the Lexington
postoffice for the week ending Feb
ruary 90.
Bane, Mary.
Foishields, Miss Agnes.
Green, f. NJ.
Holden, A. C.
Heicks, Robert j.
Jones, Lon.
Munrow, Mat.
Peasants, H. o.
SwartZ, Mr. Eliza.
Toler, Miss Eathel.
Persons calling for these letters
will please say they are advertised.
M'CLUNG PATTON, p. Nj.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Asleep Amid Flames.

Breaking into blazing home, some
firemen lately dragged the sleeping
inmates from death. Fancied security,
and death near. It's that way when
YOU neglect coughs and colds. Don t
do it. DIR. Kings New Discovery for
Consumption gives perfect protection
against all Throat, Chest and Lung
Troubles. Keep it near, and avoid
suffering, death, and doctors bills.
A teaspoonful stops late cough,
persistent use the most stubborn.
Harmless and nice tasting, it's guar
anteed to satisfy by b. H. Gorrell,
Druggist. Price SOC and $1.OO. Trial
bottles free.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
To Our Correspondents.

We frequently have to omit letters from our
esteemed correspondents because they reach us
too late. We would greatly appreciate getting
these communications as early in the week as
practicable certainly not later than Tuesday, and
Monday if al all possible. We can rarely use
letters received on Wedn esday, which is our da
OF publication.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
EVERY CHURCH or institu

supported by voluntary contribution
will be given liberal quantity of the
Longman e. Martinez Pure Paints
whenever they paint.
NOTE: Have done SO for twenty
seven years. Sales; Tens Of millions
of gallons painted nearly two million
houses under guarantee to repaint il
not satisfactory; The paint wears
for periods up to eighteen years.
Linseed Oil must be added to the
paint, (done in two minutes). Actual
cost then about $1.25 gallon.
Samples free. Sold by our Agents,
McCrum Drug Co. Lexington; and
H. L. Gilkeson, Buena Vista.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Circuit Court Jurors.

The following jurors have been
drawn by Judge S. H. Letcher for the
March term of the Circuit Court OF
Rockbridge, beginning Tuesday,
March 3rd;
Albert s, Brown, J. Wilson Miller,
M, L. Donald, Albert S. Stoner, j. NJ.
Cummins, R. A. BrOwnlee, Edgar ID.
Moore, Frank Camden, James w.
Bare. d. B. McClelland,J. H. Parsons,
John Strain.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Rural Delivery Notice.

All subscribers to THE GAZETTE who desire
their papers changed from theirpresent postofices
and sent by the rural delivery routes requested
to notify US at once. This is the only way We
have ofhnding.out who prefer to have their papers
sent by these routes. The postofhce regulations
are that mail can only be served TO such patrons
as provide themselves with regulation boxes
Therefore, 1t is important that these boxes be put
up at once and notification be sent to us in order
to be served promptly with THE GAZETTE.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Sale of Land.

The tract of 81 acres of land, three
miles from the Natural Bridge, and
which has been advertised for the
past month in THE GAZETTE, was
sold on Saturday in front ofthe Court
House, to James A. Wilson for $3l6.
The special commissioners OF sale
were w. s. Hopkins, DE. Moore and
w. T. Shields.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Many will Remember the Beautifn1
Line of White Goods | had on
Sale last Spring.

can hardly hope to that exhibit but am sure have
eouaed this Springs selection The manufacture of White
Goods and Coored Wash Goods growing and progressive indus
try Some of the products simply beautiful They will
certainly hurt sale of Silk and Wooden fabrics They just
pretty wear better comfortable and cost
less Come these goods early You do not have to spend
penny unless You and feel t securing something III
advance you will not be able to get later
this early date have sold out whole bolts of the
best things have of 1000 yards f Corded Madras that
will not stay the long bought last fall and got the
best bargain owned in wash goods Beautiful patterns
fast color 3 inches wd and only 10 cents yard Another very
popular goods Mecerxed Oxford Cloth This made with large
pearl buttons makes beautiful 50 cents have of
the prettest goods You They merced and look
lust like silk and will wear better 81
Many ladies may think it too early buy u if hey ut it
off late they certainly will not find the most attractive things
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Startling, But True.

IF every one knew what a grand
medicine DIR. Kings New Life Pills
Is" writes ID. II. Turner, Dempsey
town. Pa, you'd sell all you have In
a day. Two weeks use has made q
new man of me-" Infallible for con-
stipation, stomach and liver troubles
csc at B. H. Gorrell's drug store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Hamburg and
White Goods Sale.

am now showing of the largest and most original and
attractive stocks Hamburg Edngs you IN Lexington
patterns new and not the old designs You have seen
and used for wears well have the incest and newest things
while buynghey One of the secrets constant
growing business that sell out all old designs and old stock o
every kind constantly watch fonew productions You will have
see to see this Hamburs and Iaces before buy and
ard see it early
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

In the list of cadets OF the Virginia
Polytechnic Institute at Blacksburg'
giving the standing fer the first term
. as published in the Richmond Times
dispatch. the following names from
Rockbridge appear;
Proficient SOPHOMORE. Alexander
Wilson; distinguished freshmen
W.K. Irvine, w. NJ. Paxton, James
Sanborn; special proficient X. Knick
and ]. w. McClelland.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Mr.. :. :. lie ,rh died III his home in
Clifton Forge last Thursday morning
after n long and painful illness due
to complication OF diseases, aged
about GJ years He was buried FIJI
day from the Fresbyteran church,
of which he was a member, Rev. DR..
f.. w. McCorkle, the PASTOR con
Quoting the services
Mr.. I.eech is survived by his wife
and seven children-four sons ana
three daughters. He was held in
high esteem in his adopted home and
for two wears had served as con-
stable.
Mr.. Leech formerly lived in
Collierstown and about four years
ago he removed to Clifton Forge.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
State Y. nj. G, A,Convention.

The State Y. M. C. A. Conven-
ton will be held at Newport News
beginning tomorrow and closing
Sunday. 80,
The following delegates will
represent the Y. M. G. A. of the
Virginia Military Institute: Ca
diets f. S. Shields, w. W. LaPrade,
J. f. Biscoe, P. Tabb and w. r..
Nichols.
The Y. NJ. c.. A. of Washington
and Lee will be represented by the
following: Students j. W Addison,
+. f. Mann. r. A. Lapsley, Jr.,
P. Z. Irons, NJ, Turnbull and II.
L. Handley.
The delegates from both in
situations will leave tomorrow
morning for Newport News.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

the amount paid for tan-bark bought
of wagons, nor the large salaries
which are paid in checks from a
distance. These included would
push the aggregate far beyond the
1925, 900 per annum mark. These
constitute a considerable feature q
the enterprises of Rockbridge county.
SY KLoNE.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

The birthday of Washington fall
ing this year on Sunday the dav was
observed here by the closing OF the
banks and postoffice and suspension
of all academic duties at the Viz"
ginia Military Institute and Wash
ineton and Lee University.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Mr.. r. II. Gillock, agent for the
United States Express Co., has
shipped from Lexington within the
past two days, l, 400 dozen eggs.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Dyspepsia-bane of human existence
Burdock Blood Bitters cures it.,
promptly, permanently. Regulates
and tones the stomach.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Wash day. Mother scads her
hands. Baby plays with fire and gets
burned. What a time. There Is
where Victor Liniment is needed.
Excellent for Scalds and Burns.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

sNS 60 Those rho yeceiVe sample
&&Y 10y copies of THE GAZETTE
49, s Ms rex s<x4; ssC ,aS SS.,f& to-
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
Mother dray's Powders for Children,

Successfully used by Mother Gray, nurse
In the Chlldren's Home Ia New York,
Cure Feverishness, Bad Stomach. Teeth
ing Disorders, move and regulate the
Bowels and ID ,stroy Worms. Over
30. 900 testimonials. They never fail,
AT all druggists, 25c, Sample Free,
Address Allen :. DIN sted, LIE Roy, MY.
1T KEEPS THR FRET WARM AND DRY.
Ask today for Aliens Foot Ease, pow
der. II cures Chilblains, Swollen, Sweat
ing, Sore, Aching, Damp feet. AT all
druggists and shoe stores. Zoe.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Only one remedy in the world that
will at once stop itchiness of the SKIN
in any part of the body; Doan s
Ointment. AT any drug store, 5Oc.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25

Is it burnt Use DIR. Thomas
Electric Oil. A cut9 Use DR.. Thomas
Electric Oil. At your druggists.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1903-02-25
To Cure a Cold in One Day.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
let's. All druggists refund the money
if it fails to cure. E. W. Groves
signature is on each box 25c.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-03-16

London, March 16.-Coionial secy.
Chamberlains fe-entry into the house
OF commons today was signallzed by an
unusually cordial reception from the
Conservatives and Unionists. while the
Liberals and Nationalist maintained
a significant silence. Yolleys OF cheer
Ing from the government supporters
greeted the secretary as he entered the
house and lasted several minutes. Mir
Chamberlain looked much worn. but
was obviously In the best Of spirits as
he rose to Inform a questioner that he
was afraid II would be difficult 10 col
leci and publish all his South African
speeches. He was ashamed 10 say he
had made about 20 and he had had no
time 10 read them, much less collect
them.
There was verocl1ous Liberal coun-
INSTRUMENTATION when Mr.. Crooks the
new Liberal member for Woolwlch. who
recently won that district for the Op-
position, took HIS seat
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-03-16

BILLS THAT ARE UNSIGNED.
Governor Has Ten Days In which 10
Pass Upon Them After the Leg.
islature Adjourns

The following is list Of the mea-
sures that are now in the hands Of
the governor, Under the constitution
he has 10 days after the adjournment
Of the Legislature In which to pass
upon the bills that are left on his
hands at the time Of adjournment This
morning he approved of s. -, 70, the
measure to establish klndergartens
four years hence and also the appro
priation bill. The other measures are:
s. b. Providing for the selection
of two reservoir sites and an approprla.
ton for the furtherlng Of reservoir
projects.
S. ]. II, Regarding the rejection Of
claims 20 gllsonlte lands on the I'm
compahgre indian reservation.
Ii. h. lSS--Relatlng to the bee indus
try
H. p. officiating to the power OF
the state board Of education to grant
diplomas and certificates,
IL. b. lGO-Relating to the sale Of de-
linquent real estate.
Sd, II, S-proylding for the appoint
ment of a tax commission by the gov
ernor
H. y. l56-Relatlng to the payment OF
salaries Of county officers.
H. b. 1885, relating TO the assessing
and collecting of taxes,
5. h. li2, establishing the standard
of oil used for Illuminating purposes.
$. b. So, relating to child depend
ency.
II, b. a. relating to wrappers on
packages containing high explosives.
II. b. l93 relating TO the powers Of
city councils
s. b. 80, making county sheriffs live
stock inspectors.
S. 3. 1888, relating to the election Of
precinct officers and the municipal
boundaries IN cities Of the first ana
second class.
$, b. 49, relating to the powers OF
the boards Of education In cities Of
the first and second class
II. b, 1872 relating to the transmits
sion Of original papers to the supreme
court.
s. y. 1893 relating to changes OF
venue in civil and criminal actions In
municipal courts,
S, b. 1877, providing that taxes on
personal property shall be a lien upon
the realty Of the owner.
II. b. IS, relating to the practise OF
barbering
S b 6S, relating to the injury or OBJ
struction OF telephone and telegraph
lines or any line used for the trans
mission Of electrical currents.