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Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15
'Ote Letter to the
President DenouncinG
the OffiCeholders

who are thoroughly competent to car
ry out the policies OF President Roose-
welt ana of the Republican party, such
men as Taft, Fairbanks. Cannon,
Hughes and many others. The Demo-
Gratis have only one man, Mr.. Bryan.
and IL they can't elect him they can't
elect anybody.
In my opinion, Il would be great
thing IL the Republicans OF the state OF
New York would send Theodore Roose-
Welt to the United State senate from
that state. His influence there would
be felt for good, and he would be of
great aid TO the party in carrying out
It's policies.
Very truly yours,
w. e. WHITE.
In the campaign OF 1904, l. A. Mon
tague. Democrat, and United States
gauger at Martinsburg, visited some OF
the principal towns in West Virginia
advocating the interest OF the national
Republican ticket. and by an order of
the treasury department. and he has
been kept almost continuously on duty.
while old soldiers having the prefer
ence by law were laid of.
William r White was in the classi-
ned service when he wrote the above
letter; II. V. Daniels was i'm the classi-
ned service when he attended the
Wheeling convention as a delegate in
the interest of Governor Dawson: Jas
per Day was in the classified service
when he attended the convention at
Piedmont in the interest OF Mr.. Stur-
giss: II. +. Henshaw was in the CLASH
hed service when he served two years
or more as member OF the state ex-
ecutive committee associated with w
II. Glasscock, who was secretary OF
said committee; III. Il. Reeder was in
the classified service when he visited
Braxton county in Secretary Taft's in
terest and explaining Woodyard's posi-
ton; and this is only n portion of the
revenue forces in the state. Every de
partment has been busy as field agents
FOUNDERS and lobbyists. Collector
Glasscock. In his political pernicious
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15
HON. OSCAR JENKINS.
Candidate for State Auditor-A Young
Business Man of Sterling Qualities.

Candidate for State Auditor-A Young
Business Man of Sterling Qualities.
Typical OF the energetic and success
full young business man is Oscar Jenk-
ms. Democratic candidate for state au-
ditor. Mr.. jenkins is a native West
Virginian. He was born in Preston
county In 1851 where his parents then
resided. When the family removed 10
Wood county the present candidate for
auditor was but two years of lge. and
he has resided in Wood county ever
since. In 1878 Mr.. jenkins graduated
from the Parkersburg high school.
Immediately after his graduation Mr..
Jenkins entered the West Virginia uni
versity, which, after period OF earnest
and successful endeavor, he left 10 en-
ter commercial life. His first work
was that Of bookkeeping, a pursuit
which he followed with great credit for
a number OF years. In this work he
gained Invaluable knowledge regard
Ing the practical details Of keeping ac-
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15
meeting more fully the requirements
OF the ideal candidate.

Senator Elkins insists that he did
not peremptorily demand the nomina-
ton of Collector GIasscock. He de-
clares that he would have been salts
fed with Ira Robinson or Fred Blue.
And we believe it, Senator Blue is at
present one Of Elkins' attorneys. a
colleague Of Glasscock's in looking
after the legal affairs of the senator
Judge Robinson was, not so long ago,
In the same category. Doubtless any
one of his attorneys would have salts
fed Elkins. But for some reason sufi-
cient unto itself he preferred Glass
cock, and Glasscock was chosen.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15
HON. WALTER PENDLEToN.

The Democrats of West Virginia
can point with pride and confidence to
the ability and standing of their NOM
inees for the supreme court OF appeals
This part OF the ticket is, without ex-
ception. made up OF men of profound
erudition and marked practical ability.
Few men measure more fully up to the
true judicial stature than Hon. Walter
Pendlcton, of Roane county, one of the
men chosen by the Democracy for this
exalted position. A virginian by birth.
Mr.. Pendleton came to this state and
located In Roane county twenty-six
years ago, and at once established
himself at the head OF his profession,
as an able lawyer and profound fur
list, which fact Is known TO some of the
ablest lawyers of this state who have
measured lances with him in many of
the circuit courts and the supreme
court OF appeals of this state. His
practice has not been confined to Roane
county alone, but for many years has
extended into the counties of Calhoun,
Gtlmer. Writ, Wood, Tyler, wetzel.
Jackson. Mason, Kanawha, Cabell. Lin
coin and Clay, the supreme court OF
appeals and the federal courts OF this
state. Mr.. Pendleton possesses all the
requisites and qualifications of n good
Judge. AS lawyer. he stands among
the very best I'm the state. and II elect
ed Will make an ideal Judge able. hon
eat, and bold enough to proclaim the
law as IL Is without favoritism or par
TALLY. Politically Mr. Pendleton is a
Democrat of the old school. and was a
Democratic nominee for congress I'm
the old Fourth district OF this state I'm
1896. running against that able Judge
and jurist. Warren Miller. reducing his
majority OF two years previous about
1860 votes
Judge Pendletons election means
dignity, honesty and ability i'm the
supreme court OF appeals. and would
materially aid i'm making our supreme
court or appeals one of recognized
ability throughout the country, and a
recognition, by the Democratic party
and the people of this state, OF ster-
ling worth and merit.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15

activities, has violated the spirit. as
well as the letter, OF the classified
service, and as well as his oath of Of
lice in neglecting his official duties,
and drawing pay for services not rem
dered. i make the assertion that any
man in the classified service I'm this
collectors district can attend political
conventions, serve on state commit
tees, contribute to campaign funds
make political speeches, absent him
self from the service with impunity so
long as he Is in accord with the views
and policies as laid down by the So
called leaders of the Republican party
of this state.
West Virginia is in the midst OF a
very important campaign; there are
grave and far-reaching interests AT
stake; a debt OF many millions is hang
ing over the state. A portion of the
certificates representing this indebted
ness Is thought to be held by promi-
nent politicians of the state, some of
whom would as certainly control Mr..
Glasscock, should he be elected cover
nor, as IL Is that they now control his
candidacy We believe that the good
OF the service, as well as the best in
terests Of the state demands that Col
lector Glasscock, Chief Deputy Will
liam 70. White, and all others who have
been perniciously active in violating
plain provision Of the law, should re-
tire from the service.
The strong grounds which you have
occupied as an advocate OF civil serv-
Ice reform would, I'm West Virginia
give you broad field for the exempli-
hcation Of the law. Recognizing the
great and honored position you occu-
Dy, 7 have presumed as a humble citi-
zen TO write you at length. and spe-
cihcally, and for the further reason
that, as common American citizens. we
stand upon an equality
Very truly yours,
JOHN d. SUTTON.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15

Who shall rule; Elkins or the
people?
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15

Who shall rule: Elkins or the
people2
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1908-10-15

II Glasscock IS elected governor, will
he continue TO draw his salary as
Elkins' paid attorney?
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16

Edwin Mark Webster was born at St.
Johnsbury, Feb. 8, 1914, and spent the
first Is years of his life in that town.
He moved here so years ago and has
always resided on the same farm. On
Oct. &c, 1876, he married at Lyndon,
Laura J. Kittredge of that town He
leaves beside a widow, two children.
Lila A., and Arthur H. Webster both
of whom live on the home place. The
funeral was held at his late home Sum
day afternoon. conducted by Rev. F. J..
Schneider. Music was furnished by a
male quartette, consisting of DR.. Libbey.
Charles Wilson, John Fisher. Lewis
Fisher. There was a large attendance
of friends and neighbors and profusion
of flowers
Mr.. Webster was a successful farmer
and commanded the respect of all by
his integrity and uprightness. He was a
devoted husband and father. kind
hearted and charitable, and a man that
will be sorely missed in the community.
Stephen Waterman and family left for
Boston, Friday, where they will spend
the winter. Owing to the drouth the
springs on his land dried up and Mr..
Waterman decided to close the house
and send his live stock elsewhere for the
winter
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
SOUTH RYEGATE.

The Wednesday Club meets today with
Miss Hattie McAllister.
Mrs. l.. E. Whitehill spent Thursday
and Friday with friends in Montpelier.
J. F. Donahue was called home from
Pittstord by the serious illness of his
baby daughter with brain trouble. Mr..
Donahues friends are glad to know that
his health has much improved under the
treatment he has undergone at the SAM
tarium.
Edith. the two year old daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Steward, is serious
ly i'll with spinal trouble.
Mrs. R. N McNiece OF Bradford has
come to South kyegate and will board
this winter with Mrs. Emma Gibson
The entire community has been recent
ly shocked and saddened by news of the
sudden death in Olneyville, X. l., of Rev.
John !. Hall, a former well beloved pas
tor of the Presbyterian church here.
Appropriate resolutions have been
drawn up by the session and the c. E.
society and copies forwarded to the be-
reaved family, who have the sympathy
of all in their great affection.
Christmas exercises will be held in both
churches, Christmas eve.
Miss Marion Hall spent Friday in
Montpelier
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
Uncle Toms Cabin.

Last season the street parade of AL. w.
Martins Uncle Toms Cabin" was elm
mated Last seasons tour embraced a
period of over ten months. During that
time not a single parade was given, and
yet the business far exceeded that of any
of the preceding seasons. No other man
ager would have had the courage to at
tempt such departure from long es-
tablished custom. One we'll known
manager. when asked if he would imi-
tate the example of AL. W. Martin, said;
II would like to but | can't My show
doesn't consist of anything but the pa
rade." The AL. W. Martins attraction
is given on the stage of the theatre and
not on the streets, and the date at the
Stanley Opera House, will be Dec. 21st.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
D. A. R. Meeting.

A very interesting meeting of the St.
John de CrevecoeurChapter D. A. X. was
held with Mrs. Rebecca p Fairbanks
last Thursday afternoon. The subject Of
the meeting was the history of some OF
the older sites and buildings in town.
Mrs. E. H. Ross spoke of the cornersoccu-
pied now by the New Music Hall and the
North church, Mrs. W. S. Boynton of the
Union Block corner and Miss Woodruff
of the St. ohnsbury House. Many items
of interest were related and the meeting
ended in general "reminiscences.
Greeting was given four new members,
Mrs. ] c. Clark and Miss Margaret
Clark, Mrs. II. NJ Pearl and Mrs. II. F.
Balch. Miss Loveland of the Matthew
Thornton Chapter of Nashua and Mrs.
c. F. Palmer OF the John Adams Chapter,
Boston, were guests.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
Through the Seive.

The All Americans is the first team to
come out after that bonus. They will be
be here Saturday evening and ought to
put up good game. It's cinch they II
earn every cent they get and no one will
begrudge them the coin, Gf they get it) .
The lineup will be Grebenstein and Seq
rue, forwards; Vaughn, center; Bankart
and Russ, guards
Bert H. Alden has resigned from the
board of directors of the basket ball as
ISOLATION and Oscar Beck has been ap-
pointed to fill the vacancy.
The Boston Journal which places Jim
Crowley at the head of New England
centers must have been made up while
Skeets Wright was still in the land of
corporations and mosquitoes.
1t seems to us that St. ohnsbury is by
rights entitled to be called the Hub of
the basket ball universe il only on &C
count of last weeks work In addition
to the games already mentioned the Y.
NJ. c. A. team trounced a team from
Lyndonville Thursday evening, SO to IS
and team made up of St Johnsbury
players represented Littleton at that
place Friday in a game against Dart
mouth and easily won by the score 76 to
81
That last shot of Toby's was certainly
the neatest piece of work ever pulled off
on the local court, and il anyone will tell
us how he did it, we'll tell them the
age of. Ann" or "why hen crosses the
road.
Manager Gray saw his team work for
the first time this season and Judging
from the smile that overspread his coun-
tenance from start to finish he was not
altogether dispeased with the showing
Twenty-thrd street team from New
York city will be here for two games
Christmas day.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
NORTH DANVILLE.
Mr.. Webster Killed by a Bull.

The town was shocked and saddened
Thursday by the startling news of the
death of Edwin M. Webster, who was
found dead in the barn about noon,
having been killed by bull Mr.. Web
ster went out to the barn in the morn
ing to do his chores. Not returning to
the house his wife went to the barn
Just before II and found he had been
killed by the bull, his body having been
horribly mutiIated. The physician who
was called thought the fatality had
occurred about two hours before. His
son was in the woods at the time and
did not return until later in the day. The
family are Frustrated by their sudden
loss and they have the heartfelt sympa.
thy of the entire community.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
An Item of Interest.

The directors of the Company D bas-
ket ball association realize that the fans
want to See games that are contests all
the way. The patrons OF the game
must bear in mind that every team has
the advantage on its own floor. Like
the teams that come here, we shall be at
disadvantage when we play away
from home The best teams available
will be brought here-were afraid of
none-and, if there is team in the
United States that can beat us right
here in our own bailiwick, that's the
team we want to see come and the one
we are willing to pay most to see,
In view of this and to induce the best
teams to come we are making the follow
ing unusual offer to all teams wherever
located:
A bonus of $50 will be paid to the
team defeating Company D on its own
floor with the understanding that the
victor will play us second game here.
This bonus is in addition to the guar
antee agreed upon.
The visiting team will be allowed to
pick one of the three following indie
pendent professional referees: Thomas
Riley of Webster, Mass, Michael Cooley
of Fitchburp or Joseph Killourouhy of
Laconia, n. H providing the competing
team will pay half the travelling expense
OF such referee.
ANY team, throughout the season,
scoring within ten points of the local
team will be paid $40 in excess of the
guarantee, and within six points $15
extra, without regard to a return game.
This is probably the most unusual
offer ever made by basket ball team,
and should help get here teams of the
highest class. and make them play the
game of their lives.
Lacasse has been signed by the locals.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
AT Summerville.

Frank L. Rice is slowly gaining, but
still confined to his bed
Mrs. l.. p. Leach is improving slowly,
but is still at the hospital.
Mrs. Albert Harris who had rrelapse
last week is again gaining.
Mrs. S. D. Astle of Monroe is visiting
her son, w. S. Astle.
Mrs. Mary Paddleford has returned
from visit in Barre.
Mrs. Anthony McGinnis OF Johnson is
visiting at Ernest Butterfeld's.
Robert Wakefield spent Sunday with
George Williams at Danville
Mrs. Mary Brigham of Concord Wis
tied friends in Summerville, Friday.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
LYNDON.

Henry Peck moved his family to st.
Iohnsbury Center last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. S c. Trefren entertained
a family party Saturday to celebrate
Mr.. Trefren's birthday.
Miss Allie Warner entertained party
of IS young people Thursday evening in
honor of her 18th birthday.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16

Mrs. Twombly of Boston is visiting
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Archelaus
Drown.
The sale OF useful and fancy articles
last week Tuesday and Wednesday at
the Methodist church added quite sum
of money to the treasury of the Ladies'
Aid society.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16

and put the Orange boys to route
to the tune of Fl to 16. According to
reliable reports from the seat of war it
was an exciting contest. although at
times bit rough. Gibson was admit
tedly the star performer although his
team mates were there with whatever
was needed Robinson and Cowdry
were good on free trys.
Robinson, IF Id. Pierce
FISK If RIB. Wright
Gibson, c, Cowdry
Chappell, Id rf Shumway
Carr, RIO If. Tarbox
Goalrfrom floor, Gibson 5, Robinson 2
Tarbox !. Pierce Goals from fouls. Robin
son 7, Cowdry 6. Referee, Morris. Umpire
Alden. Time. three 8 min. periods.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
The Mission

on those corpuscIes In your blood
that have been called Little
Soldiers" Is to fight for you
against the disease germs tnat
constantly endanger your heaItn.
These corpu scles are MADE
healthy and strong by the use OF
Hoods SarsaparlIla.
This medicine is combination OF
more than 20 different remedial agents
IL proportions and by process known
oaly to ourselves and it has for thirty
years been constantly proving its worth:
No substitute, none "just-as-good. :"
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
N, E. O. P. Anniversary.

Green Mountain Lodge, No. 40, N. E.
0. P, observed the 21st anniversary OF
the establishment of the order Saturday
night. Odd Fellows Hall was well hlled
with members of the order and their
friends and the following program was
given and well received:
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
WEST nANVIIIE.

Fifty bushels good winter Onions, 65c
bushel, Girls Winter Dresses, Boys Over.
coats and two Mems Fur Coats at less
than cost at Wells store. See his adver-
tsement in this paper.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
WALDEN.

Fifty bushels good winter Onions, Csc.
bushel, Girls Winter Dresses, Boys Over
coats and two Mems Fur Coats at less
than cost at Wells store, West Danville.
See his advertisement in this paper.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
School Notes.

Miss Julia A. Scott has resigned her
position as teacher of the fourth grade,
Union school, and has gone to her home
in Underhill.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
GLOUCESTER.


81. !. a, %, NEW POkl >.
seldom has a school game attracted
50 much attention and produced SO much
Ia .le way Of classy basket ball as did
the event at the Armory Friday evening.
lle academy team was opposed by
picked team from Newport and Barton
aud won by the wide margin of SO to 9.
The score is a very good indication of the
qualities of the two teams. st. !. A. has
ast and aggressive team who play the
game scientifically. They are great floor
workers and good shots and are win
Mug on their merits. Gibson and Fisk
gotin some fine passing and the latter
had nine baskets to his credit The
game was put on ice in the first two
periods and the third was devoted to
team work and passing, which work
called forth an abundance OF cheering
from the galleries and the two pens,
which were occupied on the one side by
tile stalwart sons of old St. J. A. and on
tie other by the fair goods. (Harry
Hough) Borland and Chapel were called
m,u the fray in the last period and were
accorded a generous round of "Rahs.
They responded with several neat shots
before Captain Robinson ordered a halt
900 the bombardment of the defenceless
MEETINGS. The lineup:
SrTA NEWPORT
Robinson. Borland, r, f. |. b. Jewell
Fish, J. f. +. b. Wilcox
Gibson c c. Reed
5Ieu, l. b. rf Flint
Carr Chapel, r. b. l. f. Leslie
Score, st. J. A. 60, Newport 9. Goals from
floor Fisk g. Robinson T. Gibson g, Alden 4,
l'.land 3, Carr g. Flint 3, Chapel 2. Reed.
Points on fouls, st. J. A., Newport. Referee,
H.et Time 8 Is min. periods.
ST. I. A. 81, BRADFORD ACADEMY 16.
We predicted last week that before
tle end Of the season St. Johnsbury
Academy would be near the top of the
ladder in basket ball, and we have as
ye, seen no reason for retracting that
SaDement On the contrary the team
Seem to be doing their test to show that
we guessed Just about right. After put
un. the Newport team away Friday
night in three fast and furious rounds
they went to Bradford Saturday night
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
Basket Ball.

The Indians We're on the War Path
and Gloucester Fishermen Take
the Count. St. j. A. also in
Right-NewpOrt and Bradford
Academy are Their Victims.
RESULT OF GAMES.
Co. D, 61-Gloucester, 25.
ST. !. A., 69-Newport, 8.
St. !. A., 21-Bradford Academy, 16.
Y. II. c. A., 69-Lyndonville 2nd, IS.
Littleton, 76-Dartmouth 81.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1908-12-16
HandkerchiefS.

We have the best all round line we have
ever put on sale. Special value at &c ca,
6 for 25c. Special values at 10c, 2 for
25c, 19c, and 25c Hand made handker-
chiefs 95c and $3.50.