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Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Real Estate Transfers

The following deeds of bargain and
sale were entered Of record in the
Clerks office Of Rockbridge county
during the week ending March 3:
&. &. Tribbett to Jno. W. Robson
house and lot Of ! acre on Collier 5
Creek, Buffalo district, $l15.
Mrs. Harriet A. Ruffner's trustees
to Mrs. Anna II. r. Barclay, two
parcels OF land, 40 acres . roofs
and 81 poles adj. F. ID. Coe ana os
acres 9s poles on Brushy Hill.
T.Emmett Whitmore to Chesley Ii,
and Maggie X. Kinney, acre near
Raphine, adj. Paul A, Mays, 5000
G. p. Green to Chas, p. Lackey, =
sores near Timber Ridge station,
$40,
6. ID. Letcher, special comm'r, to
NJ. II. MoClintic, 81 acres and 81 acres
respectively, near Goshen, s75
j. A. Clemmer to trustees OF Oxford
church, $50 acres of land on Buffalo
creek, adj. grantor.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
CO1ierstOwn
Gd,etfe Corr eSbondencS

Gd,eHr Corr eSbondencS
March 8.-By permission of the
School Board, Miss Sallie Dixon closed
her school at Maple Grove two weeks
short of teaching out the term, on
account of fulfilling a previous en-
gagement with a millinery firm in
Raleigh, N. G.. Miss Sallie has made
many friends in this section. We
wish her safe journey and a pros
porous stay.
Rev. Erastus Root preached at the
Baptist church here Sunday After
the sermon the celebration of the
Lords supper was solemnized.
DR.. G. II. Rogers and wife, who
have been absent for several months
in Tennessee and other places. have
returned to their home at Marinion
Our mail system has nov been
changed as yet, as was reported two
weeks ago to take effect March TN.
Several bids are in for the new con-
tract. Mr.. James Alphin will con
tinue to carry the mail until the post
Office department is heard from.
Miss Eliza Entsminger has accepted
position in Mr.. NJ Steels store in
Covington, and will leave this week
for her new home.
We are glad to know that Mr.. A.
w. Morrison, one of our foremost
merchants, who has been very sick
with mumps, will soon be able to
resume business.
Mrs. Adessa Robson of Maple
Grove, had the misfortune yesterday
OF having one of her arms dislocated,
and is suffering great deal OF pain.
Flowing for corn and husking corn
was on boom last week. 1t don't
look like Jake Simms is going to
shuck his at all.
Y RAYS.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Copy of Lexington Paper Nearly
Century Old

We have recently come across
copy of "The Intelligencer," a
newspaper published in Lexington
early in the last century, and of
which The GAZETTE is the success
sor. We have but half Of the
sheet, the other half having been
torn away. The paper is neatly
printed, four columns, fifteen inch
es long, and bears the date Of
May 10, 1928. The paper belongs
to Mrs. Mamie Baier and for years
had been preserved by the family
of the late Miss Lucinda Hughes.
There is an almost entire absence
of local news. Two deaths are
reported, as follows: 'On Sunday
evening last, of a bilious cholick
which attacked him late on Satur-
day, Mr.. Sam'l Campbell, Of this
place-a native Of Ireland" The
other notice was, "On Wednesday
night last, of the consumption,
Mr.. Edward Sewel, also native
of Ireland"
The following advertisement
appears for the sale of church
pews: Gin building the late addi-
ton to the Presbyterian Meeting
House. there were Four Pews more
than was contemplated in the
original plan, which remain yet
unsold. The subscribers. will offer
the above Pews az Publick Sale on
Monday the second day of June
next, at the Meeting House, on Il
credit of six, twelve and eighteen
months. Purchasers giving bonds
for the payment. Jacob Fuller,
John Ruff, Matthew White, Com
mittee.
AS an evidence that public i'm
provements and social questions
occupied large place in the
thought Of that day, contribu-
ton appears on "The Natural Adj
vantages of Virginia" The article
opens with the following para
graph:
"The design of these essays is
to promote spirit of Improvement
among the citizens of Virginia.
The subjects of chief interest will
be Education and Internal I'm
provement; but perhaps variety
of o,her matters relative to popu-
lation, wealth, comfort, intelli-
gence q virtue Of society in our
State may he touched upon. Con-
ciseness of style will be aimed at
therefore the reader ought to be
attentive d follow up in his own
mind the train Of thoughts which
the writer may start: provided
always that the train be a good
one and worth pursuing"
Several short poems are print
ed; also letter from Europe,
besides selections on general
topics.
In the quotations We have fol-
lowed the spelling and punctua-
ton used in the paper, which
somewhat differ from that of the
present.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
8, :. Committee to Meet

The executive committee OF the
Rockbridge County Sunday School,
Association will hold n meeting
Monday, March 18th, at 10 O'Clock
in the Office of Mr.. Frank L. Glas-
gov, Lexington, for the purpose OF
arranging for the annual conven-
ton to be held in the Lexington
Presbyterian church on Wednes,
day and Thursday, May 10Th and
Goth. Steps will be taken for pre-
pairing the program to be used on
that occasion.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
w. & l.. u. improvements

Work has been let to contract
for the improvement of the rear OF
the main building at Washington
and Lee University. Changes will
be instituted so as to make the rear
conform in general app earance to
the front. The plans call for an
extended cornice and four piastcrs
extending the height Of the build
ing, looking out Over he mall.
Work on Engineering Hall is
progressing and the building is be-
ginning to assume II somewhat
finished appe' rance.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
More Riots

Disturbances of strikers ale not nearly
as grave as an individual disorder CT the
system. OverwO k. loss of sleep, ner-
vous tension will be followed By uttel
collapse, unless reliable RENE iy IS I'M
mediately employed. There S nothing
so efficient to cure disorders OF the Liver
or Kidneys as Electric Bitters. It's
wonderful tonic and effective nervlne
aud the greatest all round medicine fol
run down syst,m ms 1t dispels Nervous,
ness. Rheumatism and Neuralgia ano
expels Malaria germs. Only DUc, ana
satisfaction guaranteed by Il. II Gorrell'
Druggist.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
MIR. Iofn NJ. Wilson Dead

Mr.. John McCorkle Wilson died
last Wednesday, March 2nd, in
the Western State Hospital at
Staunton, aged II years. He was
a son of Mr.. James Wilsol and was
born near Oxford Presbyterian
church on Buffalo, Rockbridge
county, August 10, 1898. The re-
mains were brought to Rockbridge
last Thursday and i..terred at Ok
ford church. Rev. Thomas Now
BRAY oficiated at the services.
Wilson married Miss Matilda
Johnston, daughter of Mr.. James
Johnston Of Buffalo. She survives
her husband with four children, as
follows: Messrs, j. Finley Wilson,
Robert Wilson. Walter Wilson and
Mrs. William n. Bell, all Of Rock
bridge.
Mr.. Wilson served with gallantry
as a Confederate soldier. He has
a wide connection in the county
and was man universally esteem
ed as citizen, neighbor and friend
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Tragedy Averted

Just in the nick of time our little
boy was saved" writes Mrs. w. Watkins
of Pleasant City Ohio. pneumonia
had played sad havoc with him and a
terrible cough set in besides. Doctors
treated him, but ne grew worse every
day. At length we tried DR.. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, and
our darling was saved. He's now sound
and WE'LL Everybody ought to know,
it's the only sure cure for Coughs, Colds
and al Lung diseases. Guaranteed by
b. H. Gorren, Druggist. Price SOC
and 81 90. Trial bottles free.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
sUAKEINTo YOUR SHOES
Indian Mock Marriage

An interesting entertainment was
held last Thursday night at the First
Baptist church (cOloredD, the occasion
being an Indian mock-marriage. All
the participants were dressed In APP
propriate costumes and the ceremony
was an impressive and spectacular
affair. The church was packed, many
white persons being present Nearly
$500 was realized. The entertain
nent will be repeated tonight.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Died.

MARTIN.-Mr. Ellis Martin died
Sunday, March 9th, 1904, at his home
near Brushy Hills, at an advanced
age, being upwards of 90 years of age
The cause of his death was extreme
old age, together with complications.
He was born in Amherst county, but
spent many years in Rockbridge. lie
was buried Monday at Oxford church
yard on Buffalo. He leaves family
of children and numerous grand
children and great grandchildren.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Raphine News
Gazcfi< CoJJeStondencC.

Gazcf< CoJ eStondencT.
March Here is another
gloomy wet day, that makes it very
hard on the sick and i" shut-ins. "
There has been more sickness for
the last month than | ever remem-
Der before. Every physician has
been going night and day. c. j..
Bell had violent attack of in
digestion last week lasting three
or four day, which has thrown his
recovery back. The principal
complaint in The community is
grippe though the old "stork "had
lively time one night recently
visiting six families in Raphine,
Midway and surrounding houses
the same night. The physicians
from Fairfield to Greenville were
al! on the hustle. Have not leain-
ed whether the outcome was in
dicatiye e war or not.
Mr.. Frank Foster, quite an old
man who lives on the outskirts Of
our village, and who has cancer
on his lip, has been great SUI
ferer lately and from information
| gather, cannot last much longer.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
A Missionary Service

An interesting missionary SER
vice was held at Trinity Methodist
church Sunday evening under the
auspices of the Sunday school;
The program used had special
reference tc the bi-centenary OF the
birth of John Wesley, and was
prepared under the direction of
the Board of Missions Of the Metho-
dist Episcopal Church, South, for
the purpose of stimulating interest
in foreign missions.
The exercises consisted OF songs
and recitations by the children and
an address by the pastor, Rev. D.
II. Light.
The report from the Sunday
school showed that over $500 mad
been raised through the school for
foreign missions.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Russo-Japanese War

A dispatch from Toxic, Japan,
dated March 18th, says; at is re-
ported that the japanese fleet
engaged the Russian Vladivostock
squadron at sea yesterdy. The
result of the engagement is not an
nounced, but it is believed that the
Russian ships were destroyed or
captured"
The Russian report from St.
Petersburg, March Sth, differs
somewhat from this, and says
"The enemy's squadron APP
preached V!adivostock towards II
o'clock in the morning, having
passed near Askold Island. After
several maneuvers, which involved
changes in the squadron's order OF
battle, the ships opened fire.
Gin all the enemy fired about
two hundred shells with no effect
No damage was done to the fortress
or the entertainments, and in tie
town and at other parts OF the
Notifications the damage was IN
significant.
..The enemy finally turned of
when opposite Pallas Bay, ane
departed in IA southerly direction.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Rev, &. /. WithrOw

The Staunton Spectator says; Rev;
G. |. Withrow, pastor OF the coloreed
Methodist-Augusta street-church,
this city, has during the last month
completed a ministerial itinerary
among the colleges and schools OF his
race through the State, lecturing on
the Past Achievements, Present At
tainments ana Future Prospect OF the
Negro" These lectures have attract
ed much attention, were largely at
tended and are thought to be product
i've of much good to the youth of his
race, since they were characterized oy
moderation, good judgment ana
sound advice.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
News and Personal Items from
Buena Vista
Gazette C1,tssbon9enee.

Gazette C1,tesbonGence.
BUENA VISTA, March, THE
dispensary question is a ''live-
wire" among us just now. The
"pros' have come into the open,
and in full-length column article
confessed like the "bad kids" on
funny page of the Sunday papers,
saying: ave done it, The econ
fession" was ink wasted. So was
much of the statements made.
One wonders at the active in
terest taken in these liquor in
terests The temperance men have
only the good of the community
at heart. They do not make a
cent by all their efforts. But is
not the whole secret of this eager-
ness for II whiskey house tangled
up in these: SIS t$Y Somebody
wants i job, while the tiplers are
like the infdels Of Milwaukee.
Ingersoll was lecturing on "no
hell. " The buns crowded the
platform end reeled up to Bob and
said: "Make it sure, Colonel. We
are depending on you!
On the 4th inst. Mr.. L. b. Par
ker was called to Monroe county,
w. Va, by telegram announc-
ing the illness of his brothe:,
james, who has been smitten by
paralysis.
Rev. W. L. Wayts has sufficient
" recovered as to be able to drive
out when the weather is fair. He
was on our streets, looking well
for one Just out from an attack of
pneumonia. He wishes to thank
the people of the city for their
great kindness to him during his
illness.
DR.. j. K. Armstrong failed to be
present at his quarterly meeting
yesterday because of the illness of
his wife. Information has been re-
ceived of the recovery of Mrs.
Armstrong and DR.. Armstrong will
hold quarterly conference Friday
afternoon, March 18th.
DR.. Richard Booth, after a few
DAYS confinement to his room, is
back at his practice again, some
what reduced by illness, but ready
for his work of mercy.
Mrs. Parker, widO v, has been in
frail health all winter. Pulminory
trouble is feared. She is one OF
our very best women, II member OF
the Baptist church.
Samuel Stuart's many friends
rejoice with him in his steady i'm
provement in health since his re-
cent light stroke of paralysis. His
presence on the streets show sub
stantial Improvement in health
He is useful man and greatly be-
loved among us.
Mrs. NJ. l.. Mann of Salem, Va.
is visiting her daughter here, Mre
NJ. A. Peak. Mrs. Mann formerly
lived here.
The enforced meditation OF oul
iail-bird seems to have had salu-
tarv effect. One of our pastors
yesterday received note from
him, in which he declares his con
version and states that he is a
thoroughly changed man. He
ascribes the happy change to the
reading of a good book left with
him by Mr.. f. Z. McCurdy on
February 18th, just a few hours
before his death.
A fine audience was present Ias'
night at the Methodist church,
attending the century celebration
Of the British and Foreign Bible
Society. A good collection was
taken. b. V. Cox.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Unclaimed Letters

Following is the list of unclaimed
letters remaining in the Lexington
postoffice for the week ending March
2:
Andrew, DR.. +,
McFeditle, Thomas.
Moss, Miss Eva.
Montague, Mrs. r. II.
Smith, B. NJ.
Walker, H. W.
Persons calling for these letters
will please say they are advertised:
MCCLUNG PATTON, p. Nj.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
A Puzzle Worth Having

DIR. q. Ct. Green, of Woodbury., New
Jersey, whose advertisement appears
in our paper regularly. will mail to
any one sending a twO-cent stamp to
pay postage, one of his new German
Syrup and August Flower Puzzles,
made of wood and glass. 1t amuses
and perplexes young and old. AL
though very difficult, it can be mas
tered. Mention this paper.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Working Overtime

Eight hour laws ar ignored by those
tireless, little workers DR.. Kings New
Life Pills. Mill, ms are always at work
night and day, curing Indigestion, Bill
iou.ness, Constipation. Sick Headache
and all Stomach, Liver and Bowe
troubles. Easy, pleasant, safe sure
Only 25c at b. II. GOrrell's drug store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
1t Saved Ills Leg

p. A. Danforth of LaGrange, Ga,
suffered for six months with frightfll
running sore on his leg; but writes tuat
Bucklen's Arn;ca Salve wholly cureh it
in five lays. For Ulcers, Wounds, Pldes'
it's the best salve i'm the world. Cure
guaranteed. Only IS cts. Sold by b.
Ii. Gorrell, druggist
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Rates to " Or1d'S Fair

Agents of the Chesapeake and
Ohio railroad have Eeen notified of
reduced rates to the Words Fair at
st. Louis. Fare from Lexington will
be: Season tickets. S3l 20; sixty day
tickets, $4,000; fifteen-day tickets,
S21. so. Tickets will be on sale April
25th to November 30th inclusive.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Prizes Awarded for Fine Corn

The Virginia Commission to the
St. Louis Exposition recently offer
ed prizes for the best collection OF
corn from any county in the state,
and the best one hundred ears pro-
duced by any one grower in the
State. The prizes have been
awarded by Messrs. w. p. Wood
and Howard Swineford of Rich
mond. and Hon. ID. A. Slaughter
of Culpeper. The first prize for
the best collection was won by
Rockbridge county, and the corn
was collected by Mr., j. II. Leech,
who submitted thirty-five or forty
varieties. The second prize was
won by Mr.. f. NJ. Minnick of
Rockingham, who had about thirty
varieties.
Out of over hundred contest
ants fer the best one hundred ears,
two Of the prizes were won by two
ladies. The first prize was for
cred WARRIOR" and was won by
Mr.. Wilson Whitmore of Red Mills.
The first prize in the latter contest
was 800.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
UThe Private Secretary"

A crowded house greeted "The
Private Secretary Friday night
in the University gymnasium, and
the entertainment was decided
success. Interest in the play never
Jagged from beginning to close.
The stage effects were delightful
and all the appointments were
admirable.
The entertainment opened with
a monologue by Miss Mary {. Moore
and this was followed by negro
recitations and songs by Student
Riley Wilson. The curtain was
then rung up on 1.-The Private
Secretary" which proved to be IA
very enjoyable comedy in three
acts. The acting was good, but
Mr.. Stokes especially drought
down the house" as Mr.. Cater
mole and was the recipient of fire.
quent and hearty applause. Mr.
Lee also sustained his part in an
admirable manner, the role OF a
country English curate. Miss
Jo5epha Allan and Miss Elizabeth
Barclay as the spiritual fpinster
and the London landlady, respect
lively, were well adapted to their
parts. >,
The music furnished by the V
NJ. i. Mandolin Club was charm
ingly rendered and greatly alpre'
ciated.
The play was repeated Saturday
night.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
ReadV=TO=Wear Shirt Waists

We have just received lot of Ready owear Shirt Waists
mostly in white and backandwhte ranging IN price from
so cents to $3.50 each Three styles Of White China Silk
Waists at SO 90 to $500 each.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
New Advertisements.

r. s. Anderson-ranges and cook
stoves.
b. & O. acknowledgements rates
to the West.
w. NJ. Menefee-two carloads OF
horses wanted.
Mrs. NJ. s. Moffett Spring term OF
Rockbridge Normal School,
Lyons Clothing Co.-Sprlng cloth
ing, their own made garments.
Irwin & Co.-Spring silks, ladies'
shirt waists. skirts and Toe. candies.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
MIR. Flood FavOrs Judge Park


In an interview relative to the
prospective Democratic romlnee
for the presidency, Congressman
II. -. Flood of this district, says:
ola my opinion, Senator "A. I.
German will not head the national
ticket next fail, and in the event
that Senator German does not re
ccive the nomination, | think that
Judge Alton b. Parker of New
York, will be the choice If the
Democrats. Judge Parker possesses
the highest qualifications for the
place, and, if nominated at the
convention in st. Louis, ], among
others, shall lend him my support.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
This Will Interest Mothers

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for
Children, Cures Feverishness, Bad
Stomach, Teething Disorders, Break up
Colds. move and regulate the Bowels and
Destroy Worms. They never fail Over
80. 600 testimonials. AT all druggists, 25c.
Samples mailed FREE, Address, Allen
s. Olmsted. Leroy, y. \.
SHAKE INTO YOUR SHOES
Aliens Foot Ease. Ii rests the feet.
Cures Corns, Bunions, Ingrowing Nails
Swollen and Sweating feet At all drug
gists and shoe stores, 25s. Ask today.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Ladies' Skirts

number of Ladies' Skirts in black and coloed nclud-
ing some Black Mohar Skirts very light III weight pretty IN
design, and seryiceabe in
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Fairfield
X RAYS

March 7.-Mr. James A. Wilson,
has raised about eighty lambs from
his flock of sheep this season. a great
many of them are large early lambs
and will be ready for the first market.
Mr.. Wilson has given much attention
to sheep raising in the past few years
and has been very successful.
Mrs. ]. Spencer Smith had as her
guests several days since, Miss Louise
Wheeler OF Nelson county, and Mr.
Edward Brooking of Richmond.
Va. o.,
Miss .Jen d. Wheat Of Buena Vista,
spent Sunday last with her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. Wheat.
A meeting of the phone holders OF
the Spottswood Mutual Telephone
Co. took place here Saturday after
noon, asking the company to reduce
the present rates to the old assess
ment. There is strong talk OF organ
izing all independent company III
case their demands are not met salts
factorly.
! The school here closes "Wednesday.
The two weeks of extra session was
not given them as reported. Nj.
Gilmore Mills
G6rfns Ce,,rSterderee.
March Miss Bessie Barger ~
visiting her grandmother. Mrs.Joseph
Kennedy,of Lexington.
Mr.. f. ID. Ogden spent several days
visiting friends in Greenlee. return
ing Monday OH 33.
Mr.. F. p. Kidd Of Buchanan, was
here Sunday visiting his mother.
Miss Maggie Murray. who has been
teaching the district school here re-
turued to her home at Greenville,
Va. last Wednesday.
jim SwINGER.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09

To Cure a Colo IN One Day.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
tets. All druggists refund the money
4 it fails to cure. E. w. Groves
signature is on each box 25c.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
State EntOmOlOgist Here

Mr.. j. l.. Phillips of Blacks
burg, State entomologist, was in
Lexington last week and met here
Messrs. G.. ID. Clemmer Of Rock
bridge Baths, and G. +. Fultz OF
Lexington, local inspectors. Mr..
Phillips spent several days in
Rock bridge looking alter the San
Jose scale. Several orchards were
found in which the pests were at
work.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Our Ten Cent Candies

Have lost none of their popularity Many people express sur
prise that such candy be sold at such price and some say
1T can't pure The manufacturer 1--WE will welcome
the srctes investigation of Pure Food Commission IN the
country Every piece candy that leaves our factory backed
bv our guarantee it's absolute purity Is that convincing
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09

A household neoessity-Dr. Thomas
Electric Oil. Heals burns, cuts, wounds
of any sort; cures sore throat, Group,
catarrh, asthma; never falls,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1904-03-09
Stops the Cough, Works off the Cold

Laxative Bromo Qulnine Tablets
cure cold in one day. No Cure, No
Pay. Price, % cents.