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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
YOUNG MAN DROWNED
E. E. Default Jumped in River
Body Recovered.
COUONER'S Jury CONVENED FRIDAY

Mr.. Edgar t. DeYault, son OF Mrs. l.. A
Bear, was drowned Friday at pm. lie
was in company with Messrs. Hawkins
and Fairfax at the wharf and said he was
going to take "a bath and jumped Into
the river.
The last seen Of him he was swimming
across to the Stafford side
Mr.. DEFAULT was former student at
the College. He had for some time been
engaged with the Metropolitan Life In
surance Go. here.
He was % years old and had many
friends. His father died in Brazil, while
serving as Presbyterian missionary in
that country. He is survived by his
mother aud two step-brothers.
The work Of dragging the river for the
body commenced rs soon as the drown
ing became known. The body was found
at 2:3O off from the old Peoples Steam
boat wharf about midway Of the river.
Coroner 4. C. Doggett summoned a
Jury composed of Messrs j. j Berry, S.
W. Somerville, j. r. Lowery, Guy Cross
and 5. q. Daniel The remains were
viewed by the jury aud the body turned
over to Whitner i Sacrey, who took 1t
to their undertaking establishment to
prepare it for burial The jury met Friday
night at S O'Clock to hear the evidence
oil witnesses to the drowning.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
In Time Of Peace.

In the first months Of the Russa-Japan
war we had a striking example OF the
necessity for preparation and the early
advantage of those who, 30 to speak,
"have shingled their roofs in dry
weather" The virtue OF preparation
has made history and given to Us ouI
greatest men. The individualas well az
the nation should be prepared for any
emergency. Areyou prepared TO success
fully combat the first cold you take? A
cold can be- cured much more quickly
when treated ss soon as it has been con
tracted and before it has become settled
10 the system. Chamberlains Cough
Remedy Is famous for its cures OF colds
and it should he kept at hand ready for
instant use. For sale by M. NJ. Lewis
Drug Store.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

4 URGINIA. In the Circuit court Of
" Spotsylyania county. Massey x ais
v and Staughan. plaintiffs, V. Powell
and Straughan. defendants.
Extract from decree entered in said
cause on the 2nd OF April, 1900: THE
court doth further adiudge, order and
decree that this cause be referred to F.
W. Coleman, one OF the commissioners Of
this court, who shall take and settle the
following accounts:
/. An account OF all the taxes due by
the estate OF c. l.. Straughan, deceased.
,. All other debts due by said estate,
whether liens or not, with the order OF
their priorities ard To whom due and the
amount due each creditor, or II the es-
tate is not sufficient to pay all Outstand-
ing debts in full then the pro rata share
of each creditor.
3. On account Of Mrs. Lizzie b.
Straughan, as Administrative of {. l..
Straughan, deceased, all assets Of the
said decedent, real, personal or mixed,
whether personally has come into hands
OF Administrative or not.
4. Said commissioner shall make re-
port 20 court and shall also state and re-
port his conclusions on every other mat
ter which the commissioner may deem
pertinent and which may be necessary
TO settle fully the object Of this suit, and
shall also state and report every other
pertinent matter which may be requested
by any party.
,. The said commissioner shall return
TO court any evidence taken by virtue OF
this decree.
6. In taking, stating and settling the
accounts under this decree the commits
sioner shall give notice Of the time and
place OF so doing, which shall be publish
ed once a week for four successive weeks
in some convenient newspaper and each
publication shall be equivalent to per-
sonal service Of such notice on the parties
Commissioner Office,
Fredericks Va, April 18th, 1907
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
All parties interested in the foregoing
ehaucery cause are hereby given notice
that have fixed on Monday, May the
Goth. 1907, as the time, and SpOtsyl-
vania Court House, Virginia, as the place
for executing the directions and enquiries
in the foregoing decree directed.
Given under my hand as commissioner
in chancery for the Circuit court OF Spot
sylvania county, Virginia, this April
18th, 1907.
Frederick W. Coleman,
Commissioner.
Lee J. Graves, p. q.
Samuel p. Powell, D. d. a16w4w
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Sells More of chamberiaIn's Cough Remedy than
Of All Others Put Together.

Mr.. Thos. George, q merchant at NJ
Elgin, Ontario, says; Il have had the
local agency for Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy ever since it was introduced into
Canada, and sell a. much OF it as | do
OF all other lines have on my shelves
put together. OF the many dozens sold
under guarantee, have not had one
bottle returned lean personally recon-
mend this medicine as | have used it my
self and given it to my children and
always with the best results" For sale
by NJ. M. Lewis Drug Store.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30


To the Democratic Voters of the
Eighth Congressional District OF lir-
ginia:
In card addressed "To the People
Of the Eighth Congressional District OF
Virginia., and published in the press
Of the district and otherwise. have
heretofore announced my views on the
questions OF moment which now con
Germ the public.
Adopting that card as part OF this
announcement, now formally announce
myself candidate for Congress from the
Eighth Congressional District OF Virginia,
subject to the action of the Congressional
Primary to be held on Wednesday, June
10Th, 1907.
In the event that | shall be nominated
and elected, it will be my earnest desire
and ambition to be OF service To my
District. State and Country, and to
faithfully represent every interest and
to justify by every eKertion In my power
the confidence reposed in me and honor
conferred on me by my fellow Democrats.
Respectfully,
c. ENicol.
Manassas, Va, April 3, 1907.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

To the Voters OF the Sth Congressional
District:
Having determined to be candidate
for the Democratic nomination for Con
gress from the Sth Congressional Dis
trict-
respectfully solicit the support OF the
Democratic voters OF the District at the
Primary election to be held June the
18th, 1907. II the people OF the District
shall deem me worthy Of the high honor
of bearing the Democratic flag in the
contest for Congress, it shall be the
ambition of my life to prove worthy OF
their confidence and support.
Respectfully,
r. l.. Gordon, Jr.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
ASKS BIDS FOR ARMY HORSES

Quartermaster Gen. Humphrey has
called for bids for cavalry artillery draft
and riding horses and mules required foI
service in the United States, Porto Rico
and the Philippines. The total number
of animals consists OF 725 cavalry, pa
artillery, IA draft and riding horses, and
525 mules. Bids will be opened stimuli
taneously throughout the various horse
markets in the country on May IL, and
forwarded to the quartermaster general
for consideration and award.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Saturday. May 25,1

at 1890 o clock noon, that very de-ira-
ble property fronting thirty-three feet on
the east side OF Main or Caroline street,
fredericksburg, Virginia, and running
through tO Water street. being bounded
on the north by the Female Charity
school, and on the southby the Christian
church, being the same property convey
ed into the said s. T.. Peyton 10y Bette
/. Clark ty deed dated the 2lst day OF
June, 1893, and recorded in the Clerk :
Office OF the Corporation court Of Freder-
icksbdrg in Deed Book + +, page 322.
This property has omit desirable three
story and basement house, at present
well rented, and also stable and large
scales. the latter being for use in coal
yard formerly conducted by the said 5.
c. Peyton.
At the same time and place will be OF
iered for sale that certain tract Of land
in Stafford county containing sixty-three
acres, and adjoining the lands Of Price
Edwards and Others about four and one
half miles east OF fredericksburg.
Terms of Sale-One-third cash, the
balance In two equal instalments, bear
ing interest from date OF sale, payable
respectively in one and two years from
date oi the sale, the deferred payments
To be secured by deed OF trust, or title
reserved, or all cash at the option Of The
purchaser.
Sale in each case TO be subject to the
confirmation Of the court.
For further information apply 10
James Il. Rawlings, fredericksburg, Nir
ginia, or TO William r. Peyton. Stafford
county, Virginia.
James r. Rawlings, Executor.
Alvin T. Embrey, Atty. for Executor.
a13 wlwl al6w4w
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
A CARD.

To the Democratic Voters OF the 32nd
Senatorial District:
In response to the request OF numerous
friends hereby announce myself can.
didste for the State Senate from the 32d
district, comprising the counties of Caro-
line, Hanover and King William, subject
to the requirements OF the Democratic
organizations OF the several counties.
earnestly ask the support of all voters
who advocate the advancement Of agri-
culture and oppose corporation control
of legislation.
Respectfully,
If e. u. Gravatt.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
CANDIDATES. CARD

To the Democratic voters ofthe Eighth
Congressional District of Virginia
hereby announce my candidacy Tor
the Democratic nomination for Congress
from the Eighth Congressional District,
and in so doing desire to say that II
chosen at the forthcoming Primary, II
shall be my constant aim and endeavor
to represent faithfully the interests of the
entire District.
In the course OF the campaign, ! shall
endeavor to address and meet as many
of the voters as possible in order that We
may get better acquainted with each 9th
er. earnestly solicit the support OF my
fellow Democrats.
Respectfully,
c. c. Carlin.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Fsrovsr Sixty Years.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup
has been used for over sixty years by
millions Of mothers for their children
while teething, with perfect success.
1t soothes the child, softens the gums,
allays all pains, cures wind collie, and
is the best remedy for Diarrhoea.
II will relieve the poor little sufferer
Immediately. Sold by Druggists In
every part OF the world. Twenty
i've cents q bottle. Be sure and ask
'or "Mrs. Winslow's Soothing
syrup" and take no other
Guaranteed under the Food aud Drugs
Act. June 30th, 1906. Serial Number
1898.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
DR.. RANDOLPH
Thomas Icffersons Great.Graudson Dead.

Dr. ". C. \ Randolph died Friday at
his Residence IN Charlottesville, aged 73
years lie WAS great-gTandsOn oi
Thomas Jeiiefs III. aud intcrmont will
probably b. at Monticello. tie served in
thr confederate Army ~ surgeon. HIS
frat wife was Miss Nlnrie Holladay.
aud their children wero: Mr. George ;.
Snachelior1, O-ang Mrs Nm. Porter
fl ld and ". G.. y. Randolph, Jr.. Lynch
burg His second iie WAS Miss Mary
Mcintyre, of Charlottesville, who. with
one child, survives him lie WAS mem
Der OF the b0ald oi visitors 4 the Uni
varsity of Virginia from 1876 TO 1NS2
and from lsSG TO 1891. FYr ,iglt years
he was rector.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
VIRGINIA NEWS

A successful canvass for funds for The
Y. NJ. c. A. at Newport News has beer
completed. The plan was To raise
$21 900 with which TO enlarge the pres
ent building and pay an indebtedness
Twenty liquor and brewery licenses
were granted in Danville by judge
Aiken. All of the old dealers applied
to do business another year. None o.
the applications were contested.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
TO ENJOY A GOOD DINNER

There is no need of any seli-denying
diet list, no call for nasty disagreeable
medicine, no list OF hard exercises; simply
Il Mona stomach tablet before each
meal, and one before going to bed, and
il will so strengthen the stomach that u
good dinner will give you pleasure and
comfort without the least fear ofdi-tress
The best proof of the value of our ad-
vice Is the fact that Goolrick = Pharmacy
give positive guarantee (applying To
two soc boxes OF M-o-na) that your
money will be refunded unless the remedy
cures A guarantee like this must give
you confidence in Mio-na stomach
tablets. tn sat tn
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
UP TO DATE IN ENGLAND

The possibilities Of advertising are not
az yet fully realized in this country. OuI
English cousins can still give Us pointers
This IL not a jest; in fact, 1t is very
grave matter. as the reader will shortly
see What American druggist evel
thought Of advertising himself In O
churchyard-on his wife's tombstone? A
tombstone in the churchyard at Green
wich bears the following inscription:
Here lies
OLARINDA,
Wife Of Joseph Grant
Who Keeps a Chemist Shop at
No. u Berkeley Road,
And Deals Only in the
Purest Drugs.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
WESTM0RELAND
AND RICHMOND
Called To Episcopal Churches The Confederate
Veterans They VIII Go In Body To the
Reunion.
Hague, Va, April %, 1907.

Hague, Va. April %, 1907.
The good peopl, Of Warsaw anticipate
with pleasure the early coming OF Rev.
Mr.. Lane, who has accepted call 10 the
Episcopal churches in Richmond county.
The Confederate veterans Of Westmore-
land have spent a day in a well attended
meeting compiling anew the company
rolls Oi 6l'6J, 10 order TO having them
recorded in ihs Clerks Office IL i
thought their work has been made very
complete
The Westmoreland Camp will attend
the reunion in Richmond in "A body.
10th, 4Ith and both Va. Infantry, the
9th and 10th Va Cavalry, as we'll ~ OF
one or two other organizations with
which scattering SURVIVORS Were con
nected.
ln this connection il may be proper To
note the recent death of DR.. William II.
Fairfax, who was so universally respect
ed and we'll known as surgeon OF the
10th Virginia Infantry.
la Northumberland, too. has but late
ly died at good old age Mr.. A. Il. Belts,
another Confederate veteran. He was
postmaster Tor the 9th Va Cavalry
known to all the regiment, handsome,
with long flowing beard, genial and
courteous in manner and very popular.
The WestmOneland Confederate Camp
met again in the Montross town hall on
court day, and arranged for trip in a
body To the reunion in Richmond. The
use OF one Of the State steamers OF the
oyster fleet having been offered To con-
yey them to Richmond and back, il was
agreed to 60 that way. The time Oi
leaving was set for 1 O'Clock a. m. on
May 29th, and the point of departure
Nomini wharf A the capacity of the
steamer il limited To- forty. those intend
ing to go. il is thought, will not exceed
that number A few, however, will go
by different route. An agreement has
been had that the steamer may lly over
for three days in Hampton Roads, thus
giving the old boysan opportunity with
out cost OF transportation To visit the
exposition on their way back from Rich
mond.
The furniture OF Mrs Z wards. widow
of Rev. Richard Edwards, has been ship
ped from Accomac 20 Farnham. lt will
soon be placed in her little home there,
and she with her four young daughters
will become residents OF the old commu-
nifty where they are well known and
highly esteemed Mrs Edwards speaks
in warmest terms OF theex treme kindness
and gentle care of the Modestown people
with whom her husband died
G. W. b.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
KILLS CATkRRH GERMS

stomach dosing cannot lill these
germs. direct local treatment is ah~O-
lntely necessary. nui tnr this purpose
nothing l-e equals H'omei.
Brrathed through the neat pocket IN
hnl-r that comes with every outfit HyO-
mel r,aches the most remote air cells in
the nose throat aud lungs giving imme-
diate relief and ,ii-cting permanent
cure ia the worst CASES OF cataTrh.
4 complete Hyomei outfit costs but
$lOO, aud Goorck'- Pharmacy gives a
guarantee with every outfit that the
treatment will cost nothing unless it
cures. tu,sat, ,tu
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
FROM ST. TO So PER DAY
To Jamestown Exposition Visitors.

Newport News is the nearest city to
the exposition grounds. - minutes by
palatial steamers. We are not charging
eXtortionate rates We have rooms fOl
5000 people in the best homes and
hotels in the city and vicinity at th'
above rates. II you wish to have room'
reserved, write at once.
Exposition Hotel aud Accommodation
Exchange II b. Ball. Manager, 25ll
Washington Ave, Newport News, Va.
aIGllm.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
UPPERvILLE COLT SHOW

The premium list OF the Upperville Colt
ami Horse Club has been issued. The
number OF classes il fOrty-four. and the
premiums aggrsg gats nearly 81 O00. The
exhibition Will be held June | | and l2at
Grafton Hall, near Upperville. All en-
tries close ON June l. This IL the Oldest
horse show in America, aud was organ
iz-i in lSJ3.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Importer and Tailor, SlS F St., \. W.,
Washington, ID. G. l4m3m

TO Susan Abel, her heirs, executors. or
administrators, or any one author
lied to charge her estate with debt:
You are hereby notified that a tract OF
land in Rock Hill district, Stafford coun-
ty. Virginia, described t.s follows, to-wit;
Twenty-nine (29) acres on Chappawam-
sic Run, in the county OF Stafford, Viz
ginia, was sold on the 2nd day OF jan,
1905, for delinquent taxes, levies, inter
est and cost TO the Commonwealth OF
Virginia, and application for thepurchase
thereof has been fled in this office. And
it appearing from the record you are in
terested in ths land you are further no.
tilted to appear in four months from the
date of this notice and do what is neces-
sary to protect your interest.
G. A. Bryan,
Clerk Circuit Court OF Stafford Co, Va.
April 18th, 1907. al6w4w
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
A CARD

To the Democratic Voters OF Orange
County:
Sensible of the confidence heretofore
imposed in me by the people OF Orange
county, with desire to use the ex-
perience gained in the House OF Delegates
for the benefit of my people, hereby an
nounce that am candidate for re-
election, subject to the ratification of a
Democratic primary or whatever means
the County Committee should decide upon
to select a candidate.
tp C. C. Taliaferro.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
JOB PRINTING

The Free Lance is prepared to do job
work OF all kinds in up-to-date style at
reasonable prices on short notice. The
work done IN our Office viii compare
fayorably with the best to be had any
where. The head of our job work de
partment, who has been working 10 this
Office for many years, is one OF the most
experienced men in the business.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Spring Stock

in few DAYS for your in
spection. Without any
blow or bluster, we an
nounce to you that the
stock is larger than last
year, as we expect to do
more business; that the
styles will please you
better, as we know what
you ike better than we
did a year ago; that the
prices are as low, as big
ger buying means better
buying. So we will be
pleased TO show all the
latest novelties in foot
wear to all who favor us
with their presence.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

Cut this out and take it to NJ. NJ
Lewis Drug Store aud get free sample
of Chamberlain Stomach and Liver
Tablets. For billousness and constipa
ton they are unequaled. They improve
the appetite, strengthen the digestion
aud regulate the liver and bowels.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

KODOL For Dyspepsia clears the
stomach and makes the breath as sweet
a. a rose. K0D0L is sold by druggists
on guarantee relief plan. 1t conform.
strictly to the National Pure Food and
Drugs Law. Sold by NJ NJ. Lewis.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Group.

Areliable medicine and one that should
always be kept in the home for immedi-
ate use is Chamberlain Cough Remedy.
1t will prevent the attack ii given as
soon as the child becomes hOGrse, or even
after the croupy cough appears. For
sale by NJ. N. Lewis Drug Store.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE,

IexIngton, Va. The Board OF Visitors. at
their Annual Meeting on the 18th oinext
June. will appoint STATE CADETS TO
fill vacancies in the Sth, llth, 18th, ] 9th,
18th. 2lst, 2lth. 2Sth, 33rd, 39th Sen
atOriaI Districts, and two (2) AT LARGE.
These appointments carry free board and
tuition. Applications should be ad-
dressed to the undersigned on or before
June 10th, on forms that will be sent
upon request. SCOTT SHIPP, Supt.
a4l6w
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
Chanped Hands.

Wash your hands with warm water, dry
with "A towel and apply Chamberlain :
Salve just before going to bed, and a
speedy cure is certain. This salye is also
Invaluable for sore nipples, itching piles
and skin diseases For sale by NJ. NJ
Lewis drug store.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

KODOL is a thorough stomach relief
1t digests what you eat and gives the
stomach rest aud assists in restoring 1t
to its normal activity aud usefulness
KOpOL is sold on q guarantee relief plan
by NJ. NJ. Lewis.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

Use Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup.
Children like its pleasant taste. Contains
no opiates, but drives the cold out
through the bowels. Made conformity
to Pure Food and Drugs Laws. Recon-
mended and sold by n. NJ. Lewis.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
CARD.

hereby announce myself candidate
for the sheriffalty of Stafford county,
subject to the action Of the Democratic
County Committee, or the vote OF the
Democrats OF the county at primary
election, should such election lie neces-
sary to choose a candidate.
asset X. G. l.. Moncure.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
TO THE VOTERS OF STAFFORD
COUNTY.

desire to announce my candidacy for
the position of treasurer OF Staffordcoun.
ty in the election in November | solicit
your support and promise il elected to
faithfully perform the duties OF the office.
s1-ltd w. ID. Reamy.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

What most prize in woman
Is her affections, not her intellect
The intellect is infinite, but the affee
tiOns
Are infinite, and cannot be exhausted
-Longfellow
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
THE WINDY MONTH

OF March is here. This is
the month OF all months
when the antiquated
merchant OF city, town
or hamlet blows about
the greatest stock and
the lowest prices on
earth. when the papers
are full OF heart-rending
tales OF buyers securing
markets OF the earth
without Pearline or
Sapolio" for unheard OF
bargains, when stories
OF great depression in
financial circles have en-
abled some merchants to
rush to the rescue OF
some great wholesale
house and by using q
few dollars OF instant
cash saved the whole
saIer from going to the
wall. Truly, March is a
month OF wind. We
don't use any in our
business. We will open
Our new
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
SHE JUST HAS TO HAVE IT

*. may live without lobster la
poneie,
We m4y live without balls, festivities
gay,
..e may 1--we without ocean. mountain
or ridge,
But the new woman never can i've
without bridge.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

A woman hates TO tell her husband
how much her dress costs, and bel
friends how little.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30

KenIcly's Laxative Cough Syrup.
The pl ,asant cold remedy thatexpels the
cold through its action on the bowels.
Sold by NJ. NJ. Lewis.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1907-04-30
EXECUTORS SALE
OF
Desirable City Property,
CENTRALLY LOCATED. AND
Stafford County Property.

Pursuant 20 decree Of the Circuit
court OF stafford county. Virginia en-
tered On tie 18th day Of February, 1907,
in the ohancsry cause therein pending
under the style Of Peyton's executor "
Peyton and Others. the undersigned ex.
ecutor Of the last will OF ; C. Peyton, de-
ceased, will offer for sale at public anc-
ton. before the premises. on