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The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

This honored and venerable inst-
tuition Of learning enters on Wednes-
day. September 18th, upon the l34th
year of beneficial and fruitful work.
The opening exercises will be held
in the College Chapel at 4 O'Clock in
the afternoon Of next Wednesday, and
the college has been most fortunate
in securing Mr. Jno Bryan, editor
and owner Of the Richmond Times
Dispatch, Virginia's greatest daily to
make the opening address.
Cushing Hall, the main Dornitory,
is being made practically new Con-
uacto, Rice says ne will be ready for
the incoming students next week,
though some Of the work ON the eX-
terror viii not be fully completed. 4
large force is at contemporaries,
painters, paper-hangers and plumbers,
and rapid progress is being made
from day TO day.
The splendii new heating plant is
completed. the gasoline with its large
acetyline generation, is receiving the
finishing touches, and when all IS
ready, Hampden-Sidney will have a
dormitory equal to the best in the
Commonwealth.
A large number of new students
have signified their purpose Of enter
ing, and a ve.y large proportion OF
the old nen will be back, so that the
outlook for another session is peculiar
ly bright. We hope large number
of the friends Of the college, both in
town and county viii attend these
opening exercises.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
| FIVE THOUSAND ACRE FARM.
IN TIDE WATER VIRGINIA.
Owned and Worked BY Mr.. {. A.
SanndePS.

We read with great interest a re-
cent article which appeared in the
New York Tribune Farmer written
by Mr.. J. NJ. Bell, former editor of
Modern Farming, descriptive of the
5000 acre farm of Mr.. E. A. Saunders
on the lower James. 1t illustrates
strikingly what a man with capital and
capacity can accomplish on Virginia
lands, and yet we take a kind OF
malicious delight in comparing re-
suits which are being attained on
Southside Virginia farms with those Of
this well appointed river farm. Read
the figures as given by Mr.. Bell.
For this season | was told that
there were 500 acres in wheat, aver
age 20 to 25 bushels an acre; 500 acres
in corn, 80 bushels an acre; 300 acres
in timothy, IA tons an acre; POO acres
clover hay, at tons a cutting; 800
acres Of cowpeas for hay and soil inn
provement; about 100 acres OF SOFA
beans and cowpeas mixed, to be cut
for hay with binders and tied in sheav-
es by machines. This plan works
well and the hay is fine; 300 acres in
oats; 45 bushels to the acre; 800 acres
Of German clover for grazing, hay
and soil Improvement. -
Some of our farmers, not all OF
them we regret to say, are making 30
bushels of wheat to the acre, tons
Of hay, GO bushels OF oats, Is bushels
of corn, &c.
We congratulate Mr. Saunders ON
his splendid success, but beg to say
that Southside Virginia is in the race
and is not going to take the dust
from the heels of any competitor.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
mo Place Like Home.

One Of our lady friends who was
induced to leave her Farmville home
for short stay on the sea0'7e this sea-
son. ON her return was heard to say:
I visited no home so attractive as
mine, saw ro r1lls as brown and light.
no bed as tempting, no 5ath room so
inviting, no chairs so cosy, the gras-
of No yard SO green, no other shade
trees so graceful or grateful, and no
other flowers so fair and fragrant. -
And who viii dare say she made mis-
take? And these things being SO why
leave home in search of pleasure or
of health Cheer, you stay at homes
and laugh at the tired travellers who
come back longing for rest and some
thing good to eat.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Opening Of The COuDiy Schools.

On Monday, September 18th, the
high schools at Farmville, Rice, Green
Bay and Worsham will begin the ses-
sion of l909-'10. All the patrons Of
the above named schools viii please
bear this date in mind and see that
every child is in his or her place on
time so that they may suffer no handi-
cap whatever a the beginning OF the
term
TIE principals Of the afore-named
schools have been requested to meet
the division su- enntendent in Farm
vile at the non school. at , p. m, Of
Friday, September 10th, that together
they may draft a course Of study for
the graded schools of the county and
to make arrangements for an educa-
tional exhibit at the approaching
Fair. Plans will also be discussed for
the teachers meeting to be held in
the county some time during the fall.
The other schools of the division
will take up their work on Monday
Oc,ober 4th, and we repeat the re-
quest concerning attendaqce that was
made ABOVE. In order that any school
may achieve TIE greatest success 1t Is
absolutely necessary that the children
be on hand every day And Mr.. and
Mrs. Patron, when we say children
we refer to your boy and girl and not
your neighbors' alone This is mat
ter in which every patron may take a
hand, and the school authorities take
this opportunity to request you, one
ond all, to cooperate with them in
this and in every other way possible
to advance the interest Of education
in the county. Let us all pull togeth-
er bent on Cne obiect-the improve
ment of the youth of the land. This
cooperation OF patrons and teachers
assured the approaching term will
prove banner year in the annals OF
historic old Prince Edward.
p. Tulane Atkinson, Supt
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Sunday In Our Churches.

Owing to the absence of DR.. Hatch
er there was no preaching at tn
Methodist Church on last Sunday.
Rev. Mr.. Boogher having returned
from his vacation occupied his pulpi
at the morning hour of worship, and
in the evening conducted the last of
the union services for this summer at
the same church He had as his
theme the folly and sin of Esau who
sold his birthright, and drew practi-
cal and useful lessons from the sub
ject.
Rev DR.. j. L. johnson, Of Mississ-
ippi, preached at the Baptist Church
in the morning
Rev. Dr. McFaden, pastor of the
First Presbyterian Church, Richmond,
preached at the Presbyterian Church
in the morning, and having as his
subject the offering made by Abel
ard that made by Cain in the early
history Of the world to Almighty God,
drew a striking, strong contrast be-
tween the two, emphasizing the truth
that without the shedding of blood
there is no remission of sins. The
sermon made profound impression
upon the large audience in attendance
and will live in their memories.
The Rev. W. E. Hill, pastor elect
Of this people, will preach his first
sermon before them on next Sunday
morning.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
A Spin on the New MaCadaIn.

We had our first spin on the new
macadam behind Sadly" the fleet
footed mare of Mr.. Chicks The old
time feeling Of delight took posses-
sion Of up as the noble animal split the
air and mnihilated distance. And
while swiftand strong, she is sensible,
obedient to commands spoken or the
touch of rens, and utterly indifferent
to passing automobile, and this fact
makes her doubly valuable, for the
auto is with us, and with us 10 stay
Miss Sadly will play conspicuous
part in the coming Fair and she has
about he the airs Of blue ribbon
winner Next to a good wife a good
horse comes next value of earthly pos
Sc s ons.
And IN this connection we say with
confidence that this stretch ofmacadam
is the best it has ever been our privi-
lege to ride over.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
WaieFmelOnS in Trade Circles.

Discussing trade conditions in town
with Mr.. Geo. Richardson, he said;
In my experience nothing so knocks
the retail mercantile business as does
the Watermelon When it enters the
ring as competitor the rest Of us have
to tip our caps and give it the right Of
way, Even in the days of bar-rooms,
when liquors were drank where sold,
the watermelon was formidable rival
and won out in every contest. -
This was news to us, and yet when
we remember the smile Of satisfaction
that takes possession of the counte-
nance of the man, or the boy or the
woman or the girl, the old and the
young in the possession Of this queen
of the vine we are persuaded that
the compliment paid the melon is not
misplaced. And the glory of it is
that while it charms it leaves no sting
behind it, a friend that rarely goes
back ON you, provided always and
ever that it is fresh and fine just
off de vine. Great is the water
melon
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
FARMVILLE'S WELCOME.
FOR TEACHERS and SCHOLARS.
The New Session Of the Normal Opens
Under Bright Auspices.

The doors of the State Normal were
opened on Wednesday, and teachers
and scholars were present in goodly
numbers to begin the work of the
26th session of the institution. The
promise is for a school-year marked
by larger numbers, and greater en-
thusiasm in work Unless the girls
brought two trunks each, their num-
Der would indicate the presence with
us Of az least 1000, even at this writ
ing. As we stood at the depot watch
ing the loading and unloading Of these
travelling wardrobes, we thought Of
the homes in which they were pack
ed, and from which they have come
and of the mothers care and fathers
sacrifice which stood behind them.
Think of these things, young wo-
men of Virginia, and then so address
yourselves to the duties in hand as to
make good and loving returns. There
must be a Bible in each of hese
trunks, mothers text book, and while
busy with other books, don't neglect
the daily, careful, prayerful study Of
the Book of books. 1t was the gift
ed Scott who said, There is but one
Book.
Again we sound out strong and full
Farmville's welcome. Welcome to
her churches, the homes and hearts Of
her npODlp
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Of Interest To Farmers.

Concrete and brick silos will be
the silos of the future. The advano-
ed price and scarcity Of suitable lum-
Der almost prohibits the use Of lumber
for silo construction in many locali-
ties. " 4 solid-wall concrete silo, 16
feet in diameter, 30 feet high, having
a capacity Of $50 tons, can be built for
$244 With a bulletin in hand, any
farmer can build his own silo. 1t may
be secured free on application to the
Virginia Agricultural Experiment
Station, Blacksburg, Virginia.
With more COWS in this section the
demand VIII be for more silos,
and how to get them of satisfactory
kind and at cheapest rate, is ques-
ton of interest
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Content.

Il have no fault to find. the old man said.
'No fault ut an and shook his grizzled head
and /. who stood within the poor house hall
And questioned h'n. had youth and strength
and AN
That makes life sweet. yet his contentment led.
! thought how oft bis bruised hcait had bled
For dear ones lost. Of tears Of anguish shed.
Then lc9scl into that calm face by the WALL
Il have no faul, rs rind %
no fault to hnd tho' health and wealth have
fed
No fault TO find. Gao an his mates are dead
Oh. brave old hero, long shall recall
Your words. they hold a lesson for us ~..:-
q have no fault to find !"
HELEN HEWITT GREEN.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
HANPDEN-SIONEY
VENERABLE asG lfkfRilED,"
RiCa In Experience Sl1 Still Making
Others Rich. Her Children Rise
Up and Cali Her Blessed.

The l3ith session in the history of
Hampi ion-Sidney begins or next We'd
nesaav. and promise is for larger
number Of smdcn4. Under the di-
recton OF its new president with new
and improved dormitories, better
equipment and city conveniences and
even Injuries i'm Gods open country
place. it is ideal training ground FOR
young .men who are preparing for
useful and honorable living on life's
broader work field.
Never the pet of millionaires, she
has been the pride of the masses.
Never rich in this worlds goods she
has never been nursing mother OF
foolish lad or hurtful ISM
With such educational advantages
as are offered within its halls, no
young man of Prince Edward should
risk collegiate training elsewhere.
And what is true Of Prince Edward is
just as true Of Ter sister counties.
Let us Of this section of Virginia rally
to the support Of Hampden-Sidnoy
and unite in making the opening ses-
sion the best OF all lis brilliant his
tory.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Agitation VS.. StaqDaiiOO,

The people Of Farmville are evi-
IDENTITY aroused on the subject of the
public utilities, ard since ~~yiatou
means lie ard stagnatoa mears death
our hope is that the subject may moi
be allowed 20 rest until the town owns
the things I'm which her citizens have
abiding and commanding interest.
We take this position not that we
love the interest OF the private citi-
zen less. but that Of the general pub
lie more.
There is an old latin maxim which
put in.o English reads: Whatever
one does through another he does
himself " but it remains everlastingly
true that Il YOU want a thing well
done, do It yourself. This applies to
Farmville as well as TO the individual
citizen. Let the town own and man.
ace its water works. its sewer system.
its telephone as well as its electric
lights, and give to the taxpayers all
the profits that come out Of this cor
porate management, and at the same
time the very best SCI vice to It's cit-
zens that it is possible to give them
Grocer's branch should no longer
remain an open sewerage. It has
been and is a perpetual menace to
health, and as such is a nuisance'
which should be abated.
A itatc and live, avoid stagnation
which snnIls daatn.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
"Dfy Farming

This is the day of the 'drys" and
"dly farming" should come in for its
Ill share of the honors. And dry
forming is, as we understand it,
consists Of deep blowing and constant
cultivation, end so fight successfully
against the oft recurring drouths.
Real farmers are sure to make
crops rain or shine, wet or dry. They
can't just ward off the hail, but
should find some protection in a
strong. well managed hail insurance
company.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Testifies After -Four Years.

Carlisle Center, y. y, O. j Bur-
hans, writes. about four years ago /
wrote you that ! had been entirely
cured of kidney trouble by taking TWO
bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy,
and after four years ! am again pleas
cd To- state that ] have never had any
return of those symptoms, and ] am
evidently cured to stay cured. Foley 5
Kidney Remedy VIII do the same for
you. Sold by all druggists.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Holden KilkeFSOn.

Mr.. Geo. w. Holden and Miss Tassie
L. Wilkerson were united in the holy
bonds Of matrimonv, on Wednesday
morning, at the home OF Mr. j. F.
Walton, Rev. Frederick A. Hodge
performing the ceremony.
The marriage had not been an
nounced in the usual and formal man
ner but on the short notice a number
of the neighbors and friends Of Mr..
Walton's family were present to wit
ness the happy event and to offer
their concentrations.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Personals.

Mr.. A. Y. Wade, of Farmville,
spent several days in town this week,
arriving Tuesday and leaving Thurs
day. We are always glad to see our
Farmyille friends in town.
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar West, of Farm
vile. and Mrs. j. E. Wes. of Gravel
Hill. were visitors at the Arvonia
Inn last week. They were here on a
sigh seeing tour around the quar-
ries. James River Clarion
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
A Narrow Escape.

Edgar y. Bayliss, merchant Of
Robinsville, Del, wrote about two
yeals ago ! was thin and sick, and
cOughed all the time, and if ! did not
have consumption, it vas near 90 il. /
CONNIE ced usinh FOley's Honey and
Ter, and it stopped my cough, and /
am now entirely well, and have gain
ed twenty-eight pounds, all due TO the
good results from taking Foley s
Honey and Tar" Sold 10y all drug
0ists.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Letter to W. Il. Hubbard & Son.
EnruriHc. In.

Dear Sirs: We make Devoe. and of
course know what there is in il, but
YOU don't, your neighbOrs don't, and
the people don't. 80 we get the of
fetal chemist of every State in the
Union to analyzc it and tell what he
finds: of course, they find what we put
iu: lead, zinc and OIL, little turpen-
tine dryer. and color for tints. And
that's paint. Every agent has the
analysis Of Devoe by his state chemist.
We also analyze all other paints, and
what do we find
We find eight made of the same ma
teral- as Devoe. all paint. pure paint
But we find no one of the same pro-
portions as Dev0e' no one so strong.
And people are trying Devoe along
side of these other paints, and how
they wear alongside and comparative
ly.
There's no guess-wOrk i'm any Of
these results. a gallon DeyOe goes
further than any other gallon in all
uaint: il therefore saves both parts OF
first cost of a job, Of paint and labor
III makes the best job of the lot, be-
sides. 1t takes years and experience
5y the thousand to find tha. out.
Yours truly
SS +. W. DENOE * co
p. S.-J.F. Walton x Co., sell our
pairt-
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
6. S. RInq-Ca CandIdsie FOR The Senate.

After a careful and painstaking con-
sideration OF the matter, / have dec'd-
ed upOn the advice and council Of my
friends, to be a candidate for the Vir-
ginia Senate from the District c0mplis-
ing the counties of Prince Edward,
Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway,
and Amelia, and herebyann0uace my
candidacy for the Democratic Nomi-
nation.
confidently expect the earnest sup
port of my friends, whose kindly i'm
ierest has brought me TO this decision,
and should [ be the choice OF my par
ty, shall be most grateful for the
honor, and pledge my best efforts IN
iuslifying their selection.
Respectfully,
g.. =. WING.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Announcement.

Having served the people Of the
county of Prince Edward for ten years
in the General Assembly, and having
been assured of the undivided support
Of the voteri of my own district, and "a
large majority Of the voters Of my
county, | have decided to be a candi-
date for the Senate from the 18th Sena-
torial district, comprising the coun-
ties of Prince Edward, Cumberland,
Lunenburg, NottOway and Amelia.
Nv rccO.d as a Democrat. and as a
member Of the Legislature il a. an OPP
en- book before the people, aud upon
this record / solicit your support for
the Senate.
Respectfully,
!. J. OWEN.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

Many people deiude themselves by
saying "1t will wear away when they
notice symptoms Of kidney aud blad-
der trouble. This is a mistake. Take
Foley's Kidney Remedy. and stop the
drain on the vitality 10 craes back
ache. rheumatism. kidney and blad-
der trouble, and makes every trace OF
pain, weakness and urinary trouble
disappear.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
4E OLD TIME FARMERS.
nr ,aBlFST ROMANS OF THEM ilL. ="
TAO. l,id lhe Foundations Broad and
grana Upon Which We Have Been
Building.

Building.
ro when science is invading
of faith as well as Of farm
are many who sneer at
time religion and tie old
farmer That the world is
and that the children of
earning new things no thirk-
sid deny, but that we have
the teachings Of the Bible
He farmers Of bygone were all
s,outy deny. We know
0hseryation of the farmers
sections Of a common country
day. but we have not for
those of Southside Virginia who
h of glory to farm lie
ne, lived and labored and
Gods open country.
u machinery they master
and forest tickled the soil
er laugh with abundant har-
da. the same time dispensed
uv as gracious as 1t was
And while growing crops
N men and women, men who
aNs and led our armies;
.r. r.'ed as queens in home
and Nho gave to the church
LOYALTY and devotion which
Goa and helped Gods child
Without the aid Of chemistry
cred the mysteries OF ma
trusting to their own strong
arrn to science fed and
ura With no binder
le nch ripe grain and
.y icr market
they saved food for
With no steam
turned over the soil and
h havests. With no
fey saved the hay and
rfec, stacks With no
so their barns they
cattle and furnished the
m5 butter of golden hue
90 the taste. With no
80 the spring fresh
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
A Hurry Up Call.

Quick Mr.. Druggist-Quick.-A
box Of Bucklen' Arnica Salye-Here :
Quarter-For the love Of Moses, hur-
~ Baby's burned himself, terribly
Johnnie cut his foot with the axe
Mamie's scalded can't walk from
pies-Billie has boils-and my corns
ache. She got it soon and cured all
the family. It's the greatest healer on
earth. Sold 10y all druggists. ...-
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Senal0PlaI Election.

Sheriff Dickinson has received Of
ficial notification from Governor
Swanson ordering an election on the
2nd Of November, the regular election
day. to fiji the vacancy caused by the
resignation of Judge Mann from his
seat in the Senate o. Virginia
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
A Challenge

] am ready to tackle any old-young
brother man for two-mile dash on
foot around the race track during
Fair week. AID fun and no fee.
Sixty Eight.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
MANY VOTES ADDED
MISS BADGETT REMAINS At THE HEAD.
The Piano contest Grows in Interest.

There was but little Of cutting down
IN the voting contest this week, Miss
Badgett remaining at the head, Miss
Rice next and Miss Baldwin third.
Miss Selden nearly doubled her votes
during the week and yet lacked thir-
teen Of taking third place. Just how
the vote stands will be found below
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

"I have been somewhat costive, but
Doan', Regulets gave just the results
desired. They act mildly and regulate
the bowels perfectly. '-George B.
krause. 306 Walnut Ave, Altoona,
Pa.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

Dr. Abernethy, the great English
physician, said, "Natch your kidneys.
When they are affected. life Is in dan
GER Foley's Kidney Remedy makes
healthy kidneys, corrects urinary IT.
regGlaritie-. and tones up the whole
system. Sold by all druggists.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

A new and fresh line Of mems negli
gee shirts now on sale.
Fleming d Clark.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Sale

auction, Saturday, September u,
O'Clock p. M, at Planters Warehouse.
Household Furn iture and Farming
implements. j. ID. Watkins, Auc't.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

Cut prices for cash on ladies and
children's low shoes, at
Fleming d Clark's.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

If you want mating ior art-iquares
be sure and see DOyne.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
Warning

DO not be persuaded into taking any
thing Out Foley's Honey and Tar for
chronic coughs. bronchitis, hay fever,
asthma, aid lung trouble, as it stops
the cough and heals the lungs. Sold
bV an druggists.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

For full particulars Of the contest
please read the advertisement to be
found on page six of the Herald
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
The zig Event

EhNiiNt
as
money now
ow a single cent
play go out.
.r tie big event.
al blowout.
le fine
weeks as q millionaire
rake the ladies stare
real ole sport
COWS down O. TWO dollar bill
or "a soda
the change in his 1nitt
counting it2
sHcen YOU and me,
wing in advance,
Ing the song and dance
on bread and butter
Link of wasting money On
ecess.ties Of life
butcher
grocer.
sir"
no politely,
or man.
lightly
It's true
DO 30 20 90.
t4aes money
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10

$ r. " DIV UI q II
p. S.-J. +. Walton * Co., sell oul
pairt.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1909-09-10
HaRrdeu.Sldley College Opening.

HELEN HEWITT GREEN.