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The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
AMELIA COUNTY.
Farley.

Miss Mary Borum, Of Nottoway,
spent several days last week in the
home Of Mr.. J. W. Fretwell.
Mr.. Rod Garnett visited friends
near Burkeville, last week.
Sergeant Harvey Atkinson and par
ty, OF Philadelphia, who were down
on their annual cunning trip and were
the guests Of Mr.. \. T. Davis, return
ed to their homes last Friday taking
with them large number Of quail
and the best wishes Of their many
friends.
Mr.. John b. Erdrich and his party
Of five, are expected Sunday, and will
will be the guests Of Mr.. A. T.
Davis from Sunday until Friday.
These gentlemen have large host Of
friends who are anxious to greet their
smiling faces.
Mr.. Orman Gill, Of Farmyille, vis-
tied in the home Of Mr.. w. j. Farley
last Saturday and Sunday.
Messrs. James Fretwell, Willie Far
ley, w. r. Carter, Albert Hillsman,
Claude Farley, Rod Garrett, Irving
Kennedy, c. +. Kennedy and Peter
Parker were visitors in the home Of
Mr.. A. r. Davis Wednesday night Of
asst week.
Miss Edith Davis and Mr.. Edwin
Carter called on Miss Leila Farley last
Sunday.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
BUCKINGHAM COUNTY
Shsppards

Our county as usual, is patronized
by nonresident sportsmen, but the
dry weather and the scarcity Of part
ridges have cut dswn the quantity Of
game considerably. Messrs. Cassell
and Carson, Of Baltimore, Corning, of
New Jersey, and Armstrong, Of Phila-
delphia, spent week al Sheppards
but killed only few birds.
There have also been quite num-
Der Of sportsmen at New Store who
were more successful, As they got sew
eral deer and wild turkeys.
Our people are looking forward with
a great deal Of interest to the coming
Of the new preacher We Methodist
folks have the advantage Of other de
nominations In that respect. There il
always a lot Of curiosity and interest
in the coming man. We have been
blessed with good preachers for many
years and feel sure that we will be
pleased with Rev. 4. l.. Carson who
is sent to our circuit this year.
The many friends Of Mr. VIM. r.
Gannaway will be very glad to know
that he is much better.
Mr., Michael Rahertys family have
been sick. He lost one little girl with
diptheria, but DR.. Morriss used anti
toxine on the other children and they
are getting on very well.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01

Editor Horald.-As a result Of "a
conference between the heads Of the
land departments Of the Southern
Railway and the Norfolk and West
ern Railway last summer IL was de-
cided TO make line Of exhibits at the
different Northern fairs this fall. Ac-
cordmgly, representatives were sent
out by Mr.. Richards, Of the South
ern Railway, and Mr.. La Baume, of
the Norfolk and Western Railway,
equipped with full line Of attractive
crop samples, including wheat, oats
and other grains aud grasses, as well
as fruits aud vegetables. In addition
TO this an abundant supply Of liters-
ture was distributed. The exhibits
were installed in attractive tents, sur
rounded by large banners calling at
tention to the wonderful opportunl-
ties in the South.
The Southern Railway exhibited
with success at the Ohio Stale Fair,
at Columbus the New York State
Fair, at Syracuse; the Interstate Fair,
at Trenton, y. j., and the Bloomsbury
Fair, at bloomsbury, Pa. Their eX-
hibits attracted wide interest and
elected considerable surprise on the
part Of the Northern farmers, who had
no idea that such excellent products
could be produced in the Southern
territory. Their fruit exhibit particu-
larry was the recipient Of much flat
tering commentator, and they were
highly congratulated everywhere upon
their ability to come North and make
such an excellent showing right IN the
heart of the best fruit-growing section
Of New York and Pennsylvania.
The Norfolk and Western exhibit
was also very attractiyely arranged
in a new oblong tent Of considerable
dimensions. The grains and grasses
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Successful Musical Event.

Never have Farmville people wit
messed a more successful musical
event than that Of Tuesday night
when the beautiful comic Opers
Echoes, was given under the skill
full direction Of Mr. J. 5. Atkinson, Of
Raleigh, n. G.
The cast was composed Of one hun.
dred and fifty local people aud SO
thoroughly were they trained in their
singing aud acting that the whole az
fair passed without single hitch.
The opera was for the benefit Of the
Farmville Young Mems Christian AS
ISOLATION, and the house was crowded.
SO pleased were all who Witnessed the
performance Tuesday night that upon
request it was repeated the next night
at the popular price Of % cents.
The costumes were elaborate and
beautiful, the stage management well
nigh perfect, the acting as good as
amateurs ever did, the solos catchy
and the choruses unexcelled.
Little Lucille Baldwin and Margaret
Upton did beautifully with their solo
parts, and the work Of their chorus in
full action was marvel. In the
japanese fete Misses Cathleen Bald
win, Bessie Paulett, Miss Eva Minor,
Miss Daisy Minor, Mr.. J. G. NATION
and DR.. Chas. b. Crute, did work
worthy Of special mention. Mr.. Mat
tOon in Rosie" brought down the
house as did Mr.. Clyde Duvall in his
specially song by the Watermelon
Vine" Mr.. l.. +. Hubbard was good
in the English song, and Miss Eva
Minor in "The Little Men," simply
captiyated the audience. Miss Snow
aud DR.. ellis won the hearts Of the
audience from the start, and the COM
ic duet and dance by Drs. Beckham
and Gills convulsed the crowd with
laughter. Mrs. J. r. Spencer and
Mrs. w. +. Anderson were heard to
great advantage and they brought
forth rounds Of applause. Mr.. and
Mrs. J. l.. Jarman sang sweetly, the
harmony being particularly pleasing.
The double seXtette was a fetching
number and pleased every one inn
mensely.
Misses May Paulett and Robbie
Berkeley were the accom- anists
through the entire opera and it is
needless to say their tasks were well
performed.
That il was the most beautiful at
traction at the opera house for years
will be conceded by everyone who
witnessed it, and the praises Of Mr..
Atkinson and those who assisted in
the performances are being sounded
throughout the town.
The receipts from the two perform
ance aggregated $3.50.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Mercer.. Moving Pictures

AT the Opera House, Monday, Dec.
ith. Lawrence G.. MERGERS high class
Moving Pictures will be the attraction.
This show must not be COMPOUNDED
with the ordinary pictures usually
seen. Mercer carries nothing
but the best of machines and the new
est films and as consequence his
pictures are the acme Of life photogra-
phic art. 4 special feature will be the
famous Britt-Nelson fight from start
to finish. This picture seems so real
that when the knockout comes 1t al
WAYS brings cheers from the friends
Of the victor.
The entertainment, however, is not
confined to any one class Of pictures,
out there are scenes to suit every taste.
Every picture is presented with the
accompanying sounds. Two illustrat-
ed songs will be sung by a good tenor.
Some idea Of the completeness OF the
show can be judged by the fact that
{ takes five people back with il to put
{ on properly.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01

were displayed around the walls OF
the tent. and above them were hung
.arge pictures framed in glass and
representing familiar Virginia farm
and crop scenes. The fruit and veg
etable products were arranged on Ia
Dles in the center Of the tent and an
abundant supply Of literature was
within easy reach.
The Norfolk and Western exhibit
tarted at Tinin, Ohio; went from
here ~ Fort Wayne, Ind, and then
10 La Crosse, Wis, and at all points
created great deal Of favorable com
ment. and, in addition, aroused much
interest in Virginia and her agricultu-
al possibilities, as Is evidenced 10y
he large correspondence which con-
linue TO flow in from the sections in
which these exhibits were made. \
hearty welcome was manifested 10y
the fair officials st all points.
As the Northern farmer becomes
more thoroughly conversant with the
exceptional advantages offered 10y the
Southern States he is turning his at
tention more closely toward the South
and the increasing number coming ON
every excursion is ample testimony to
the fact that the South is at last COM
ing into her own, agriculturally -
we'll as industrially.
These exhibits are factors Of very
vital importance in the education OF
the Northern farmers with regard to
what the South has to offer him, and
it is sincerely hoped that large num-
Der Of other Southern roads Will join
this movement next year by making
four or five exhibits each, and thus
be able to cover the entire Northern
territory simultaneously during tie
fair season to excellent advantage.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Iife,s Panorama in New York

The whirligig Of life in Gotham is so
rapid thatit seems impossible to check
the pace. one must 20 with the crowd
or be trampeled on. To show just
how people and things keep on the go
the Tribune summarizes the daily
round i'm these short lines:
Every 40 seconds an immigrant ar
rives.
Every 3 minutes some one is arrest
ed.
Every o minutes a child is born.
Every minutes there is funeral.
Every l8 minute, a couple get mar
ried.
Every A minutes a new business
firm starts up.
Every IS minutes a building catches
fire.
Every Is minutes ship leaves the
harbor.
Every 81 minutes a building is er-
ected.
Every and 81 hours some one is
killed by accident.
Every hours some one fails in bust
ness.
Every S hours an attempt TO Kill
some one is made.
Every S III hours some couple Is di'
vorced.
Every days some one is murdered
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Rice

Miss Ella Moore spent several days
last week with her home people al
Hampden-Sidney.
Misses Bessie and Ida Bondurant
and Messrs. Tucker Morrisette and
Jasper Wilson visited in the home OF
Mr.. J. A. BOndurant last Sunday.
Walter Young, aged 10 years and 8
months, only child Of Mr.. and Mrs
w. r. Harper, was kicked by horse
last Sunday afternoon, which resulted
in his death about 9 o'clock Monday
morning, Nov. 9th. Drs. Terry
Young and Ramsey were with him
and everything was done for him that
human skill could devise, but with
no avail. May God comfort the be
resved parents in their sad siiliction
"God moves in a mysterious way, His
wonders to perform" but how com
forting il should be to US all TO know
that some day, some time Wen un
deTstand.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Death on the Rail.

Some time during Saturday night
ln unknown young white man was
un over and killed by Norfolk and
Western train, near Prospect. His
,ody was fearfully mangled-both legs
evered and not the trace Of one foot
.ould be found. His clothing was
learly completely torn from his body,
Is if he had been dragged for some dis
auce.
In one of his pockets was a card
learing the name ofMiss Jennie Child
.ess. There was nothing about the
,oung man by which hecould be iden-
flied. lie was supposedly twenty
,ne or twenty-five years old, smoothly
haven and fairly well dressed.
DIR. Ksarney, the county coroner,
was summond, but after viewing the
remains deemed an inquest unnecess-
au
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
what to Teach a Girl.

Teach her that 100 cents make 81.
Teach her TO wear calico dress and
wear il like queen.
Teach her TO say "no' and stick to
il, or yes and mean it,
Teach her 10 arrange the bed room
As well a. the parlor or library.
Teach her TO dress for health and
comfort As well a, for appearance.
Teach her hoy 10 darn stockings,
sew ON buttons and mend glove.
Teach her 10 have nothing TO do
with incorporate or dissolute young
men.
Teach her to observe the morals and
and habits and not money in select
ing her associates.
The old rule Of "a place for every
thing and everything in its place
Teach her the more she lives within
her income the more she will save for
a rainy day.
Teach her 10 cultivate the talent she
has and not waste time andmoney on
the talent she does not possess.
Teach her to embrace every oppor-
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01

completed the formal transfer will be
made and the proceeds paid TO the
executive committee and 10y them
distributed to the thousands OF farm
ers over the entire district whose to-
bacco was included in the sale. Pre-
yious 10 this the association had sold
about 1000 hogsheads Of tobacco,
nearly all Of which was the lower
classes. The 1000 hogsheads which
yet remain on hand are OF the finest
types and the recognition thus given
the association by the Italian govern
ment so strongly fortiiies their posi-
ton that other countries will be forced
10 come TO them in order to get the
tobacco they must have.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY.
Action


We would like to add just little to
the news from Tuggles.
There was a special service at APP
pomattox church on Sunday, Nov.
10th, the occasion being the installa-
ton Of Rev. p. NJ. Bell as pastor Of
the church. There were three clergy
men present besides Mr.. Darrell. They
were Rev. Or. Murray, Of Hampden-
Sidney, Rev. Mr.. Graham, and Rev.
J. II. Davis, Of Farmville.
Mr.. Graham preached a beautiful
sermon on loving and faithful service
to the Divine Master. His text was
from the sixth chapter, eighth verse
Of Acts. He drew a striking compari-
son between the brief life Of Stephen
the Martyr and the long life Of Methu-
saleh, showing that it was as we lived
that made our lives worth living. The
people Of Appomattox rarely have the
pleasure oflistening to such a sermon,
and we think it was highly appreciat-
ed. Mr.. Davis charged the pastor
rather mildly and kindly as he should
have done, slightly sprinkling him
with bird shot as ii were, while Or.
Murray poured buckshot into the con
gregation as to their duty to the pas
tor.
Mr.. Aubrey Roberts has been visit
ing in the neighborhood, also his
brother, Cleveland.
Miss Maggie Addleman is visiting
relatives in Cumberland.
We hear there will be some prehy
brides in AppOmattoY church before
long.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Girl. Who Flirt Not Wanted

TO begin with, girls don't ilirt.
Don't try 10 flag down the first good
looking stranger that gets Off the train
ln your town. If he's got any sense
he'll despise you for it. a man never
want, TO marry a girl that will flirt
with him. s man that is worth hay
ing won't marry a girl that he has
caught at the end of handkerchief
or other kind of a filtration, it's dol
Jar, 90 dougnut- that his head is the
shape ola quarter ola pie with the
point up. and the girls father will
have both Of them 20 support Any
girl can catch q fool, but it takes a
wise. sweet girl 90 catch man.
When good looking, well dressed
man gets or the train or drives into
a town there are always some girls
who think they will die if they don't
get acquainted with him quick, and
are not willing To wait for the proper
kind OF am acquaintance, and begin TO
flag him down, and girl who attracts
the attention or stranger by any
kind Of signs lowers herself ma his
estimation, and she viii never live
long enough 20 I've il down.
When a young man begins looking
for a wife DC is not the iirt or fresh
girl that he wants, for he is sure 10
find out an the good qualities OF the
g.rl That i, worth marrying. BE quiet
aud ladylihe, don't fear, you won't
bee overlooked iu the grand roundup
by the man thst d., worthy Of q good
pure GIRL Fathers and mothers, if
you don't want your gIl let on your
hands. "a bunch of excess baggage
look 90 DC chat sine makes the right
kind OF acquaintance 100 The right
way Exchange.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Railroad Meeting.

There was another interesting ail-
road meeting on last Friday night at
the Courthouse. There were about
one hundred and twenty-five present,
among whom were most Of the lead
ing business men OF Farmyille.
Mayor Blsnton presided aud called
the meeting TO orderat o'clock.
Col. Hubbard was the first speaker
and in lucid and forcible way sci
forth the importance Of the road and
the basis on which it is hoped to put
il through lie appealed strongly 10
The citizens 10 take an active interest
Ia the matter His idea was, he said,
for all to come in OH the same footing
with mo- priorities in favor Of the pro
moters OF any one else. That each
contributors interest would be his
own. and give hin a direct voice in the
road.
Judge Watkins followed in vigo-
rOus speech in which he endorsed
what Col. IIubsrd had said. He said
he felt the importance Of the enter
prise in every fibre Of his body aud
thought it an opportunity As rare As IT
was important. He stated that no
town was ever developed 10y outside
capital which had no personal inter
est in the place except when the citi-
Dens themselves made the first move
and showed themselves willing TO do
their part.
1t was resolved that the committee
OF citizens now existing be empowered
to enlarge it and try to formulate some
plan by which the necessary money
could he raised to get to work.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Our Rural Friends

The American hens laid twenty
billions of eggs last wear
The Kansas corn crop is valued at
SD, 100000 this lyear. Greatest crop
i'm value ever raised i'm the state.
A farm journal says that an inch Of
rain fall means approximately ll2
tons Of water TO each acre Of land.
Sound, large to It's.
Every Gne-looking farm not only
adds to its own value, but also adds
to the value Of all farms in the inn
mediate neighborhood.
Veterans who have spent a quarter
of = century closely identified with
poultry interests, admit that they still
have lessons TO learn.
Would you he very, very good
Eat an apple
You might he an angel if you could
Eat a million apples.
Do YOU feel inclined TO smoke
Now this isn't any joke
Don't; just eat an apple.
The value Of last years egg crop
was three millions Of dollars. All the
gold mines in the world yield little
over half as much. The South is the
best place i'm the United States for
poultry raising. The long summers
and mild winters made it an easy mat
ter to keep chickens in good condition.
Ii is known that dairy COW with
poor stabling and unsanitary sur
roundings is not only poor producer
but a menace to the health Of those
who use the product. Lack Of light
aud ventilation, filth and foul odos
too frequently characterize the barns
i'm which dairy herds are kept. The
milk cannot fail to become tainted un-
der such conditions.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Death OF Respected Citizen.

Noah H. Blue, highly respected
coiored citizen Of Famville, died last
sunday after a protracted and painful
illness from heart disease. No man
Of his race ever bore better reputation
or stood higher in the esteem Of all
classes than Noah Blue, and those
who knew him will learn Of his death
with sincere sorrow. His funeral took
place Tuesday afternoon from the
First Baptist Church, colored, con-
lucted 10y his pastor, Rev. T.. \. =.
heck
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01

Collier and Howell, spent last Satur-
day IN the neighborhood hunting, but
finding game exceedingly scarce, sue
ceeded in bagging only three birds and
one rabbit.
Mr. NJ. l.. Coyington and family
moved TO the neighborhood last week
and will work the farm Of Rev. w. +.
Grant.
Mrs. G.. w. Redd, herdaughter, Miss
Emily, and Master Willie Adams,
were guests Of Mrs. W. f. Chappell,
on Thursday afternoon.
Mr.. w. d. Redd and wife, Of Farm
vile, were with friends and relatives
Of this section on last sunday.
Miss Mary Lizzie Anderson and
Master Charlie Henderson spent Fri.
day night and Saturday as guests Of
Miss Lizzie Chappell.
Mr. +. o. Priddy and family, from
near Farmville, are expected TO move
this week to the home Of his brother,
Mr.. X. W. Priddy, who lives about
two miles from this place.
Mr.. +. G. Wilson spent a few days
last week with relatives at Waldo and
Green Bay.
Mr.. q. w. Redd, Jr., attended the
Shackleton-Fowlkes marriage at Lu-
nenburg G. II. on the 2lst.
Miss Lizzie Chappsll visited her
brother Of this place for several days
last week.
Mr. Nat Morton was up 10 see Mr..
Ben Womack this week. Weare glad
10 know Mr.. Womack is improving
after his recent illness.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Torture Preacher.

The story Of the torture Of Rev. o. ID
Moore. pastor Of The Baptist church, Of
Harpersville, ~ T., viii interest you.
He saws "l suffered ag0nies, because
Of "a persistent cough, resulting from
the grip. had 90 sleep sitting up in
bed. j tried many remedies, without
relief until took Dr. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption Coughs and
Colds. which entirely cured my cough,
and saved me from consumption" A
grand cure for diseased conditions Of
Throat and Lungs. AT White * Co.'S
druggists price soc and flOO, guarsn
teed. Trial bottle free.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Roll of Honor.

Hampden-Sidney. Room No. !.
Matte Lee Chernault, Lillian Miller,
Dora Hunger, Obey Kernodle, Fred
<rieg. Bernard Oliver, Charlie Butch
En- Frank Chernault, Joe Rodgers, An
nie Spencer, Sam Bedinger, Henry
Butcher, Julia Spencer. Room No. ,.
Tom Scott, Bessie Duncan, Ruth Mil
er, Ada Oliver, Virginia Spencer
Principal, Miss Sally b. Dickinson
Miss l.. Darlington, assistant.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
BrlsrY

Rev. +. II. Powell delivered an ex-
cellent sermon at Mount Pleasant
church last Sunday to large congre-
CATION, who were glad to welcome him
back for another year
Mr.. John G. Carson and three friends
from New Jersey, Messrs. Wisharti
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
How to Treat Your Town.

Praise it.
Improve il.
Talk about il.
Write about it,
Trade at hoIEe.
BE public spirited.
Take a home pride in ii.
Tell of It's business resources.
" Tell Of lis natural advantages.
Vrade and induce others 10 trade
here.
When strangers come 10 town use
them well.
Don't call your best friends frauds
and imposters.
Support the local institutions that
benefit your town.
Look ahead Of yourself when all
the town is to be considered.
Don't forget you live off the people
here and you should help Others a
they help you.
Don't advertise in the local paper
TO help the proprietor but TO help
Yourself
Let's get together and keep things
moving. hustling all the time; cheer
July keeping stiff upper lip waiting
for the good time coming for the old
.own. Let's try it. DO it now.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
KnrInns FiehtIng.

"For seven years. writes Geo. W.
Hsfiman, Of Harper, Wash, d" had a
bitter battle, with chronic stomach and
liver trouble, but at last / won, and
cured my diseases, by the use Of Flee
tic Bitters. / unhesiiatingly recon-
mend them 10 all. and don't intend in
The future To be without them IN the
house. They are certainly a wonder
FOL medicine, 10 have cured such bad
case as mine" Sold, under guarantee
10 do the same for you, by White & Co,
druggists. at SOC. a bottle. Try them
odRy.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1905-12-01
Died

Departed this life on Friday morn
ing. November 18th, 1905, Mrs. How
ard l.. Armistead. She had been i'll
for a long time and her death was not
unexpected. Mn. Armistead was be-
fore marriage Miss Laura Williamson,
Of Lunenburg county, and sister OF
Mrs. J. II. Garland, Of this county.
Her funeral was conducted Saturday
morning the 18th, from the home, by
her pastor, Rev. Mr.. Graham, Of the
Presbyterian church.
She leaves husband and infant
boy-in his second year.