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The Washington times., 1908-04-27
Mrs. Letters Tea.

Mrs. Letters beautiful garden back
OF her handsome home on Dupont circle
was the scene OF a delightful afternoon
tea yesterday, 10 which the guests we've
asked TO meet her future daughter-in-
law. Miss Juliette williams. whose en-
gagement 20 Joseph Letter was an
nounced last week.
Tea was served in a tent. after the
English custom, and Mrs. Letter was as
sisted in receiving the guests by Miss
Williams, who wore a becoming cow,
Of white chiffon. Mrs. Letter wore :
black lace gown trimmed with effec-
bodice.
MIS- Letter will entertain again this
afternoon IN the same manner
Mrs James Mcmillan entertained at
dinner last evening n honor OF Mr.. and
Mrs Philip McMiliaE. OF Detroit. who
are visiting Mrs N.cnOlas Anderson in
her home EfwfnGn~h
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The fnanciers of the railroads propose,
because the public hasn't enough money
10 pay present rates and keep revenues
up TO past records. TO penal!ze the com
mUnity for the offense by raising the
rates. Maybe it will work. but It seems
a bit illogical. Everybody else, when
business is bad and its volume short
tries to keep things going by reducing
rates a little.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

a fair MAXIMUM price for gas" is
what the House District Committees
report says about 80 cents per thousand.
The point is one worth keeping in mind.
The committee doesn't by any means
decide that It is low enough, but Is
right certain 81 is plenty high enough.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Friends Of the conservation of natural
resources might find some interest in
the fact that one OF the biggest anthra-
cite-Owning corporations in the world is
Just now busily breaking the record for
annual production; not because anybody
seems to need all the coal just at pres
ent. but because it will be fun to break
the record.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Rear admiral and Mrs. Rec enter
taired Informally at IuncheoI yester-
day in their home on Jefferson place.
Among the guests were Maj. Cen. and
Mrs john P. Story and their daughter.
the Countess de Buisseret. VIE OF the
Belgian minister 70 Tangier, who is
visiting her parents
General and Mrs Story and the
countess and her three children will
leave Washington early in June for the
Annapolis Junction. and the countess
viii remain with them there for 4
month before returning 70 Europe.
Mrs. r G Haynes, Of the Connecticut
has as her guest Miss Robinson. Of
California
Mrs John J. Duff left Washington
yesterday morning for a few days in
New York
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The musicale for the benefit OF thu
Working Boys Home. which was 20
have taken place Wednesday afternoon
in the tapestry hall in the home OF
Mrs Charles NJ FfouIke. on Nassachu-
sets avenue. has been postponed until
The afternoon or May 6. al O'Clock. on
account of conflicting charity entertain
ments for the former date.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
ALAS!

Two tendencies or womarksnd
Are prone to make men froWn;
One Is to run up bills and one
To run her neighbors down.
Boston Transcript.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The Vice President and Mrs. f-air-
banks we're the guests OF honor at a.
dinner given by the Speaker and Miss
Cannon last evening Their guests were
mostly out-of-town people.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
CoopeTs Entertain.

Representative and Mrs Henry A.
Cooper OF Wisconsin entertained Sena-
Tor Stephenson. Mrs. Hodgfns. Miss
Hodgins. and Representative Nelson az
dinner yesterday evening at the Rich
mOnd.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
Misses Meyer Give Luncheon.

The Misses Myer. daughters OF the
Postmaster General and Mrs. Meyer.
were hosts at young peoples luncheon
At the Chevy Chase Club yesterday
The British Amba SSad0T and Mrs.
Bryce viii have as their guest the Hon.
John Morley. ". T. who is expected 10
arrive IN Washington today
Lieut.. David FoOte Sellers and Mrs.
Sellers entertained party at luncheon,
and AR and Mrs Pierre LOrillarC also
entertained a large party ar brea kfast
at the Chevy Chase Club YESTERDAY
Mrs. Julia Bodfsh. who has been
spending some time in Atlantic CITY.
has returned 10 her home on Capitol
Hill.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Capt. john Guest. L. s A. retired.
and s-rs- Guest have closed their homs
on Hiuyer place. and viii sail for Eu-
rope shortly. 10 spend the summer
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Archie n. Engel, formerly of Wash
Tng-on- but now Of Philadelphia has
been spending a few DAYS here with his
parents. Mr. and MRS D. / EnGeL
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
AshevilIe Horse Show.

The sixth annual Horse Show viii
take place tomorrow and Wednesday At
AsheviIle, y c., ard number OF So
cieJy folk from Baltimore ana Wash
ingtCn viii 20 down Tor the event
Among the boxholders and exhibitors
are -Ir. and Mrs. George W. Wander
bilt. ar and Mrs. r w w. Graham.
Mr. and Mrs Tench Coke, Mrs Con
nall%-CoXe, Mr. and Mrs. Philip :
Henry. Mr.. and Mrs Beeckmau Lori
lard. MIS- J. b A Bennett. Col and
Mrs. Robert Bingham. ali Of AshsVille
and vicinity. and Allan Potts. OF Rich
mOEd: A r. Gibbs. of savannah. and
Norman BeStcr. OF Washington.
Mrs. Donald Mclean was the guest
complimentary 10 whom Senator and
Mrs. Eikins entertained at luncheon
yesterday
Miss Elizabeth Woodland. or Norfolk
Va. became the bride of Lewis BRYANT
Perkins. OF Washington. Wednesday,
April - The marriage took place in
Mrs Clarence a Woodland. on Fairfax
avenue AT noon, the Rev. DR.. Howard
officiating.
Colonel Eddy. Of Connecticut. acted
a best man. Miss Woodland wore a
handsome white lace RODE over satin
and carried a shower bouquet Of white
roses. a wedding breakfast was served
after the ceremony. 10 which A number
OF guests from Washington were In
Mr.. and Mrs. Perkins viii reside in
Washington upon their return from q
wedding trip 10 New York and other
points OF interest in the North
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The lady whose picture Is on the coin
is now in the pOOrhouse. The motto
on the coin hasn't had much better
luck
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
Congress La die S
Meet Today At
BOardman Home.

Mrs. BOardman and Miss Boardman
have loaned their house to the members
Of the Congressional Club this after
noon for their meeting, at which Mrs
Margaret c. Aldrich Will speak on a
similar organization OF women IN New
York
The club is still in the early stages
Of its existence and has as yet no club
house OF It's own.
After the meeting the members OF
the club viii be the guests of Mrs.
Boardman and Miss Boardman at tea.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

AR and Mrs. Morris Cohen. Of BsIti-
more announce the engagement Of their
daughter sadie 20 Joseph n Meyers, OF
PittSburg. Pa
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel 2ensinEer, OF
AIassac hUseJJs avenue. are spending q
fortnight in Atlantl- City.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27
Rooms Entertain.

Mrs. z. l. KOon and Miss Koon, OF
the Highlands, will entertain this af-
ternOon at a musicale ia the ballroom of
the Highlands. the artist Of the occa-
sion being Mrs Walter Heustis OF Du-
buque. Iowa, accompanied by Harry
Howard on the piano.
Mrs Heustis was we'll known in nusi-
cal circles Of Washington several years
ago as Miss Bertha Lincoln.
The ballroom Will be effectively dec
GRATED, with quantities OF wild flowers,
dogwoOd. and honeysuckle. and Mrs.
Koon and Miss Koon viii be assisted
after the musicale IN serving tea By
Miss Winifred Davis. Miss Switzerland,
and the Misses Nee7ihan.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The regular weekly card party for the
ladies' Of the Mercantile Club viii take
place tomorrow evening IN the parlOrs
OF the clubhouse
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

The Metropolitan Club will be ~
scene Of the first OF the two afternoon
receptions. the members are giving as a
house-warming, and 70 which they have
each invited two OF their women friends
this afternoon from / TO Z o'clock.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Simon Lyon. who. with Mrs Lyon
and daughter. have been speudiTE some
time with relatives in IndianzpO is. has
returned 10 his home. al the Ontario,
while Mrs Lyon and daughter VIII con-
riuue their visit
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Among those sailing on the Kaiser
Wilhelm OF the North German Lloyd
line from New York 10 Bremen, via
Plymouth and Cherbourg, Tuesday, Will
be Mrs. Anna Chopper and Mrs. N.
Kindes, OF Washington.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27

Mrs. Donald Mclean was the guest
complimentary 10 whom Senator and
Mrs. EjNins entertained at luncheon
yesterday.
The Washington times., 1908-04-27


MT- and Mrs Joseph Sommers were
at home last evening. in honor Of the
recently announced engagement Of thei-
daughter Irene 10 Sydney GUggenheiU,
also Of Washington
Assisting in receiving the guests were
AR. and Mrs GuEEenhaim, Miss Cora
SoumeTs. and Miss Lillian SouueTs
The young ladies presiding in the din
ing room were Miss Maude Baer. Hiss
Maud LichteEstein- Miss Leo1a Young,
and Miss Neryl Goldsmith.
One OF the interesting and enjoyable
affairs Of the past week was the pro-
EreSsive peanut party given by Miss
I.eoua Hechinser, in honor Of her house
guests. Miss Carrye : Bass. Of Balti-
more. and Harold Harvey. her brothers
roommate at LehiEh University.
Miss Florence Gusdorf and Milford
Stern won prizes
The other guests were Miss Fannie
Altsnul. Miss Nina Allshul. Miss Lii
Ian klawans. Miss Dorothy Garner. Of
Newport News. Va Miss Carrye Robin
son. Miss Helene Stern. Nj and Mrs
c. NJ SiEmund. Hyman Levy. Charles
AltshuL : l. HechinEer. s. -Altshui.
Stanley Fischer Lawrence GaSsenhefrn.
A MeifeId. T. waldorf, and G. Winters.
OF Baltimore
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
GOOD ATTRACTION
At OPERA HOUSE

The Latimore and Leigh Stock Co
appeared at the Elks Opera House
last night for the first time and ellie
tied liberal applause from a full
mouse. IL is company of decidedly
more merit than the average stock
company. The specialties were good
especially the musical novelties.
Tonight Mr.. Latimore will do his
famous box trick, the one that crea-
ted such a sensation a: Roanoke
last summer, and which came so
near costing Mr.. Latimore his life.
1t Is the famous torture box OF Rus
sia and Mr.. Latimore escapes from
1t In one minute, no matter who
locks 1t. The audience Is requested
30 furnish the locks SO that there
may be no question OF a trick lock.
The public is also requested to ex-
anime the box, which has been on
exhibition today.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
PLACE FOR SLEMF
RUMOR THAT HE WILL RECEIVE
BIG APPOINTMENT AGAIN
BOPS UP.

Richmond, Va. November 10
Indications are that c. Bascomb
5lemp, of Big Stone Gap. the only
Republican congressman from viz
ginia viii not serve his term, a ru-
NOR current in political circles of
The party being that he will be TAX
en- care of by President-elect Taft.
It is said that ne will either be Civ
en- a seat in the cabinet or a foreign
Enthusiastically.
State Senator Noel, who with his
bride at now at The Jefferson hotel.
and whose name IS prominently
mentioned as The next candidate for
governor on the Republican ticket.
said:
1T is pretty generally conceded
to be a fact that G. Bascomb Slemp
will retire from congress at the ex-
piration Of his next term: that is.
unless he leaves congress before the
expiration OF this term. am OF the
opinion that Taft will look out for
the Virginian and that he will be
given a fat job Should Mr. slemp
retire / sahll be a candidate for
congressional honors from the Ninth
district. About my candidacy for
governor, can say that / have been
frequently urged to run, but under
no circumstances would oppose
Henry G. Stuart. should he be The
nominee OF the Democrats. stuart
is my warm personal friend. a NJ
tive Of my district, and do not
think better man could be selected
as ch ef executive"
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Every man TO mis- trade" In an
old adage and Is familiar to nearly
all OF US. 1t Is brief In It's wording
but conveys q great deal In It's mean
Ing. 1t II merely a terse way of
'aying that man who makes a spe-
ialty OF any one thing knows more
about, and is more proficient In his
particular speciality than any one
else could be. 1t is for this reason
that we all seek a specialist when
~e have any serious physical all
nent. 1t Is for the same reason that
The Rydale Remedy Co. went TO one
II the best specialisto In the United
states on liver and intestinal trou-
oles, professor In a Columbus, O.,
Medical College, and secured from
him a prescription from which Ry-
dale's Liver Tablets are made.
This specialist knew more about liv.
er troubles than \ doctor who treats
all diseases, and that IL why Ry-
dale's Liver Tablets relieve and cure
more quickly all liver troubles than
he ordinary liver pills and pow.
lers.
DO tablets in metal box, rs
;ents. For sale by the White Phar-
macy.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
A NoTRE DAME LADY's APPEAL

To all moving sufferers OF rheu-
matism, wether muscular or OF the
joints. sciatica, lumbagos, backache.
pains In the kidneys or neuralgia
pains, to write to her for q home
treatment which has repeatedly
cured all OF these tortures. She
feels 1t her duty to send II TO all
sufferers Free. You cure yourself
at home az thousands will testify
change of climate being necessary.
The simple discovery banishes uric
acid from the blood, loosena che
siiffened Joints. purifes the blood
and brightens the eyes, giving elias
hcity and tone to the whole system.
II the above interests you, for proof
address Mrs. NJ. Summers, Box r,
Notre Dame, Ind.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
NOTICE TO TAX PAYERS.

l will be at the following places
on he date opposite. for the pur-
lose OF collecting taxes for the year
1908 which are now due. All par
ties paying their taxes on these
dates will be given discount OF
l-2 per cent:
Princeton. November IL, 0S.
Belcher School House, November
IL. OS.
Littlesburg, November 10, O8.
Ada, November IA. OS.
Brush Fork. November 16, 0S.
Blueneld. November II to 80 in
elusive.
Don't fail to take your discount
on the day specified.
Yours very truly.
w. +. HAWLEY,
Deputy Sheriff.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
SACHEM'S LONG TALK

Navajo Tribe, No. 1912, Improved
Order of Red Men will open their
wickets to entertain the public on
Thursday. November IL, at 1880 D.
m. in their hall on Bland street,
known as the old Masonic Hall. The
Deputy Great Sachem and the Great
Junior Sycamore of the Reserya-
ton of West Virginia, will pay them
an Official visit at this time. Also
other speakers will be present. All
Red Men and the public are cordi-
ally invited.
e. p. GODBEY,
j. T. NUNLEY,
S. r. LINKENHOKER.
Committee.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
MURDERS
IN GILES
TWO ITALIANS COME TO THEIR
DEATH AT THE HANDS OF UN
KNOWN PARTIES.

Roanoke. Va. Nov. 10.-Two
Italians, Joe Chirice and Frank Olio
were found murdered near Ripple
mead, in Giles county. Va. Sheriff
Durham OF Giles county, went 20
the scene of the murders. but found
no trace OF the 1nurderers
A coroner's inquest was held and
n verdict returned that Charice
came 20 his death from stab wounds
in the neck and Olio from gun
shot wound in the head. the wounds
being inflicted by some unknown
person or persons.
The men were employed on rail-
road construction.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
DR.. THORNH|LL' s
GOOD RACE

Although Wyoming county gave
a majority of 423 for Taft, DIR. G.. I.
Thornhi!l, formerly OF this city, was
defeated for the house of delegates
by only 223. The Republicans lost
the sheriff, circuit clerk, two county
commissioners and assessor. John
Ball, Democrat, defeated Jasper n.
Cook for sheriff by 362; +. NJ. Sen
ter was reelected circuit clerk by
1913 and George w. Goode and Jas.
X. Bailey were elected county COM
missioners in opposition to the wet
candidates, Lewis b. Morgan and 7.
S. Mckinney.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
REWARD
FOR BR|TTS
GOVERNOR OFFERS $50 FOR
CAPTURE OF CRAIG COUNTY
MURDERER.

Richmond, Va, Nov. 10.-Gover-
nor Swanson has offered a reward
of $50 for the apprehension of Sid
ney Britts, wanted in Craig county
for the assassination OF G.. A. Cor
man ten days ago.
German was shot from ambush
and Rev Br.tts, brother Of the man
Tor whom the reward is offered is
already under arrest and confined
in the county jail at Newcastle.
Mr.. German was twice shot, the
last shot being fired at him while
his wife was helping him into the
door OF his home. 1t was this shot
that proved fatal, the man dying in
his wife's arms.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
Attention of the morbid will

Attention OF the morbid will re-
turn now to the so-called death
farm" OF Mrs. Belle Guinness, just
outside OF Laporte, Ind, where up
ward of a dozen persons met mys-
ferrous deaths. supposedly at the
hands of Mrs. Guinness. The grew
some place passes again into The
field of public notice by reason of
the trial, beginning yesterday of
Ray Lamphere, Mrs. Guinness farm
hand accused of having set fire to
the house and thereby having caus-
ed the death of Mrs. Guinness and
her children.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
DIR. w. Il. MORAY

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Chronic diseases successfully treat
ed. Special reduction until Novem-
Der 1st. Consultation free. Room
No. 5, Bluefeld Telephone Building.
Office hours to II; 2 to 6; z to 8
Bland Street.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

In every CLINE its tame is heard,
Its name has spread from sea to
sea,
Be not surprised IL In the other
world
You're made to take Rocky Noun
tain Tea. (Begin now.)
For sale by the White Pharmacy.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Your stomach churns and digests
the food you eat; II found torpid, or
out OF order, your whole system suf-
fers from blood poison. HOLSTERS
Rocky Mountain Tea keeps the
stomach in perfect condition, max
Ing you we'll and happy. 35 cents,
Tea or Tablets. For sale by the
White Pharmacy.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
10 NOT CRY HARD
TIMES LONGER.

j. l.. Horton will save you % per
chase of goods in the various de-
partments-Clothing, Shoes, Hats,
Gents Furnishings, Ladies Skirts
and waists. Misses and children
scnool shoes below cost, to close at
once. Stock must be reduced.
j. l.. HORTON,
20 Bland Street
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

On the face OF the official returns
in Indiana, the Republicans will all
the state offices below governor. ex-
cept two, Democrats claim they have
evidence to show where grave frauds
have been committed.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
PLENTY OF COAL.

We beg to notify our customers
that we are well supplied with coal,
bJth lump and nut, and can fill all
orders promptly. Phones: Office
140; residence, 237. G.. r. Rees
& Co. 11-s2t
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10
SHOOTING AT WEIGH.

Rumor says that Bowling Early.
young man from Salem, Va, was
shot at Welch Sunday. Inquiry
there fails to verify the report and
it is likely that the shooting oc-
CURED at some other point, If at
all.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Nat c. Goodwin, the comedian,
and Miss Edna Goodrich, the we'll
known actress, were married Sun
day afternoon in Boston at the
nome of Mrs. Goodwin. the comedi-
ans mother.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Wise housekeepers use Wilson
Brand EvapOrated Milk all the time
its better quality-hence econom-
zeal. AT all grOcers.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Don't wait '.ntil you have q deep
seated cough. IAN ounce OF proven
tion In worth a pound OF cure" With
the frst tickling OF the bronchial
tubes get bottle OF Rydale's Cough
Elixir. Safest for parent or child.
Contains no opiates. The White
Pharmacy.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Supervisor Showers and his broth
er. Stewart f. Showers left last
night for Gallioplis. OHIO. where
;hey were called by the critical III
ness OF their aunt. Chrlstiana Lam
bert. aged SO yedrs.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

WEST VIRGINA-AT rules held
In the clerks office OF the circuit
court OF the county Of Mercer on the
9Th day OF October, 1908.
Paul Jones G. Company.
We.
George w Whitwor[h.
In Chancery. scire Facias.
The object OF this proceeding is
20 have this suit revived in the
name Of the personal representa-
tive and the heirs az law OF George
w Whltworth, deceased, and that
they may show cause. II any they
can, why said suit should no. be
revived and proceeded In TO a nnal
judgment, and for general relief
And It appearing from an afhda-
VT made and fled with the papers
IN this cause, that the defendant.
Lula Gillespie Ia non-residen OF
the state OF West Virginia. Il Ia
therefore, on motion OF the plain
tin, By counsel, ordered that sali
defendant do appear at the clerks
office OF the circuit court OF Mercer
county within one month after thu
date Of the first publication OF this
order and do what may be necessary
20 protect her interest IN this suit
Attest:
w. b. HONAKER.
Clerk.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Postmaster w. w. Hamilton, of
Bramwell, was in the city this morn
ing en- route home from Abingdon.
where he had been to visit his
daughter who is at Martha Wash
ington College. Mr.. Hamilton re-
ports all the g'r's from this section
as in good health and well please 4.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

A small fire occurred in one OF
the houses OF Hamilton II. Hale on
Third street last night about $3.50.
The house is occupied by the fami-
lies of w. Il. Meador and G.. l..
Boone. 1t was confined to the base
ment. where it originated, and for
awhile it created a dense smoke.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Forest fires raging everywhere
give the atmosphere a smoky op-
pearance which many mistake for
indian Summer. Much damage has
been done to the timber interes
throughout the STATE.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-11-10

Wilson MIX - richer quality than
any other brand--yet same price.
Compare IL. AZ ali grOcers.