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Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Unclaimed Letters

Following is the list Of unclaimed
letters remaining In the Lexington post
office for the week ending July ~,
1909
Brook, Mrs. j. :.
DigPs, Mr.. L. A.
Fitz, M.
Greg, Joseph
Machen, Mrs. Sam
Murphy, Miss Matte (2)
PROMPT, Miss Lillian
Patterson, Mr.. j. Edward
Tievey, Hugh o>
Waugh, Mics Myrtled letter, 2 cards)
Persons calling for these letters
will please say they are advertised.
MCCLUHG PATTON. p. M.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Virginia Editors at kockbridRe
Alum Syringe

Alum Syringe
The Virginia Press Association
held it's twenty. frat annual meet
ing at Rcckbridge Alum Springs
last Tuesday and Wednesday. July
18th and 14th. In the absence OF
A. S. Gravely of the Martlnsville
Bulletin, president Of the associa'
tion, the meeting was called to
order by j. L. Hart of the Farm
vile Herald, secretary Of the asso'
citation, and John Stewart Bryan
of the Richmond Times-Dispatch
was made chairman. The initial
session was an informal meeting,
and about the only business trans
acted was the appointment OF COM
mittees.
At the meeting held Wednesday
noon, Mr., Alfred B. Williams of
the Richmond News. Leader, vice
president Of the association, pre-
sided. The various committees
made their reports. Miss Bertha
Robinson of the Orange Observer,
historian, reported the work OF
the State press for the past twelve
months.
On account of the small number
In attendance at this years meet
ing, a free discussion of future
meeting places was had, with the
conclusion reached that it would
be best for the association to
adopt the rotating plan Of holding
meetings, that ls, to hold the an
nual sessions in the important
cities OF the State rather than at
remote resorts.
The following officers were elect
ed for the ensuing year; Presinsnt,
Alfred B. Williams OF the Rich.
mond News. Leader vice president,
C. j. Campbell Of the Amherst
New Era; secretary, j. l.. Hart OF
the Farmville Herald; treasurer,
r. Hunter Beazley of the South
Boston News; historian. Miss
Bertha Robinson of the Orange
Observer. Among the six dele
gates to the National Editorial
Association in 1910 was William
R. Kennedy of the LEXINGTON
GAZETTE.
The Rock bridge Alum manage
ment provided amply and pleasant
ly for the comfort and pleasure OF
the members of the association. A
delightful lunch was spread
Wednesday night, and a pleasant
drive through picturesque Goshen
Pass was the program for Thurs
day.
The association was apprecia
tive of tho kindness shown them
and resolutions expressing the
same were adopted before adjourn
ment.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Trade Stifnu1ators.

July is usually counted dull month in business
To offset this duness and stimulate radewe propose to offer
some goods prices that ought to create lively buying
HAMBURG EMBROIDERIES always in fash
on and always less in demand We have except
onay fine lot ranging from to IL inches in width that
will sell at the uniform price of 10 cents yard We think
you have not lately such values.
PARASOL time is right We still have a
goody assortment of styles and colors We offer you the
choice of some 20 25 styles s0 each worth consdera.
bly, more
SILK PETTICOATs. We have gotten in a lot
of those handsome wemade black silk petcoa $3.50
and $500 respectively These the very best values
ever at those prices.
NEW WHITE WAISTS Just received lot of 9
dozen all new fresh goods in the latest styles From so
cents to 81. 90 each.
SKIRTS Have you the latest thing in White
Wash Skirts 1t made of fine imported repp, beautiful in
STYLE and quality and is with twenty cores to give the
desired slender hpess effect Price $3.50 We also show
some entirely new styles in Black Wolfe Skirts ranging in
price from sc 90 $1,000 The style Of these will impress
you at once.
aag@ Desiring to make store clean, comfort
able and attractive possible have screened complete
w. to keep flies and installing electric fans that will
keep the air in circulation, and insure more wholesome at
mosphere for ourselves we'll patrons These are
small items but they make for health and cleanliness and are
we think we'll worth while Is it worth nothing to YOU to
know that your goods-especiay your groceries-can be
bought at such place And the best part of it that you
paw no more than at stores infested with flies and
filled with an impure atmosphere Indeed often find our
prices less than others for goods of the quality We
cheerfully invite comparison
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
The Spout Spring Closed

The spout spring on lower Main
street has been closed by order of
DR.. Robert Glasgow, health officer
of Lexington. This action was
taken by reason of a report from
DR., Meade Ferguson, State bac-
teriologist, who examined a sample
of the water from this spring,
which sample showed evidence of
serious pollution. The use Of this
water endangers to typhoid fever.
This spring was condemned and
ordered closed several years ago,
while DR.. A. D. Estill was health
officer Of Lexington.
The watering trough is supplied
now with hydrant water, so that
horses may be watered there with
out danger.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
President Helps Orphans

Hundreds of orphans Rave 6eeb
helped by the Presl lent VI the Indus
rial and Orphans Home at Macon, u a.
who writes 1--WE have used Electric
Bitters in this Institution for nint
years. 1t has proved most excellent
medicine for Stomach, Liver and KID,
new troubles. We regard it as one OF
the best family medicines on earth" 1t
invigorates the vital organs, purities the
blood. aids digestion, creates appetite
To strengthen and build up thin, pale,
weak children or rundown people 1t
has no equal. Best for female com
plants. Only 800. at B, II. GorrelPs
Drug Store,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Died in Washington State

Mrs. Virginia Hall Painter, wife
Of Mr.. Charles W. Painter, died at
her home at Rosalia, Washington,
last week, and was buried Sunday.
Mrs. Painter was a daughter of
Mrs. Susan Hall Ut Lexington.
She was married to Mr.. Painter in
Lexington Novem Der 25, 1907. and
has since lived in Washington.
Her mother made her home with
her. Mr.. Painters father, Mr.. o.
R. Painter, formerly lived In Rock
bridge,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
A Horrible H0ld.Up

about ten years ago nv brother
was held up in his works, health ana
happiness by what was believed 70 3e
hopeless Consumption" writes w. ~
Upscomb Of Washington, n. Q. HE
took all kinds Of remedies end treat,
ment from several doctors, but found
no help till he used DR.. Kings New
Discovery and was wholly cured by six
bottles. Heis we'll man today" It's
ouick to relieve and the surest cure Tor
weak or sole lungs, Hemorrhagss,
Coughs and Colds, Bronchitis, La
Crime, Asthma and all Bronchial al
fectiops. soc. and $1.00. Trial bottle
free. Guaranteed by B. H. Gorrell.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Delicious Banana Cream

This recipe is highly recommended
by one OF our correspondents; try it Tor
dessert tomorrow.
Peel five large bananas, rub smooth
With five teaspoonfule OF sugar. Add
one taacup sweet cream beaten TO a
,tiff froth, then add one 1Oc. package
~ lemon JELL-O dissolved in Il tea
cups boiling water. Pour into mold
aud when cold garDish with candied
.nerries. Serve with whipped cream,
or any good pudding sauce. JELLY
Is sold by all Grocers at lOc. per pack
M
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
The Rockbridgs Alum Springs

This beautiful and popular cum
mer resort recently came into the
possession of syndicate of gentle
men, composed largely of Licking
ton business men. Plans were at
once laid for extensive improve.
ments and in the execution Of this
design, the property has under
gone considerable renovation.
Some OF the older and more un-
slightly buildings have been torn
down, others have been repaired,
painted and papered, and otherwise
made attractive. The grounds
have been given thorough clean
ing up, and the sanitary condi-
tione looked after. Altogether,
this property now offers superior
attractions to seekers after either
health or pleasure.
Located in the midst Of wild
and rugged mountains where viSi
tors can revel in the attractions OF
primitive scenery and at the same
time enjoy the pleasures Of civiliza'
ton, the Rockbridge Alum has for
many years been an inviting resort,
and thither have cone visitors
from all parts of Dixie land for
the benefit of the health-giVing
waters that bubble up from the
foot Of the mountain.
Under the present management
the reputation of former years is
being sustained, and those who
once participate in the joys OF the
Mace always want to return.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Announcement

Quite a number of citizens from vars
ious carts Of the County as well at
Town have voluntarily suggested that
| could DO of soms service to the
State and District In the House O..
Delegates. After having considered
the matter carefully, and consult d
with O number OF friends. l have
agreed to stand for the nomination for
the House OF Delegates from the Coun-
ty OF Rock bridge and City OF Buens
Vista, subject to the Democratic pri'
mary and hereby apronnce that fact
NAV SOC HUGH A, WHITE.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Church Dedication August Int

Toe new Methodist church at
Rock bridge Baths will be dedicat-
ed Sunday morning, August let.
Rev. G. Dorsey White Of Staunton,
presiding elder of the Rockingham
district, will preach the dedicatory
sermon.
The new church 10 pretty
frame structure, and is located
near the bridge, above Foultz's
mill. The new church replaces
the old church, Ebenezer. which
was located on the opposite side OF
the river, and little lower down.
The congregation deserves much
credit for their enterprise in build
ing a new church.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
improvements at Institutions

Extensive improvements are mr.
der way at the two educational
institutions here, preparatory tc
the opening in September.
At the Virginia Military Insti'
tute the barracks and other build
ings are being renovated and other
wise improved. Fresh paint, Kew
color wash and in some instances
new flooring are the improvements
now in progress.
Preparation is being made at
Washington and Lee for the foun-
dation to new front to Newcomb
Hall. A handsome porch with
white columns is to be built, 90
that the building will conform 10
appearance to the main building
and library.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Moving Pictures Again

Mr.. H. c. Shoenak has leased the
Henry street Opera House and opened
a moving picture show. His first en-
tertainment was given Monday night,
and was witnessed by good crowd OF
spectators. Moving pictures ara at
tractive to many people, and the coet
is nominal. Mr.. shoemaker proposes
to conduct only a first class entertain
ment.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Harvest of Accidents

Alexandra Gazette: The death roll
of the Fourth Of July now amounts to
ia. a large proportion being from one
of the most agonlzing maladies known
TO man. 1t is we'll to consider from
now 60 the Fourth Of July Of next year
n II was worth while to have such tor
ture and destruction OF life just for the
sake of indulgil & stupid and brutal
taste,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
The Mighty Haag Shows

The Mighty Haag Railroad Shows
exhibited in Lexington last Thursday
AFTERNOON and night. A large crowd
attended II e afternoon exhibition, aud
a yery good entertainment was present.
nd AT night the crowd was small.
The street parade was not very extern
siye. One OF the attractions at night
was the exhibition of Indian club stunts
BY a local artist.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Brave Fire LaddIes

often receive severe burns. putting
ont fires, then use Bucklen's Arnica
Salye and forget them. 1t soon drives
ont pain. For B-sds, Scalds. Wounds,
Cuts and Bruises its earth's greatest
healer. Quickly cures Skin Eruptions,
Old sores, Boils, Ulcers, Felons best
Pile cure made. Relief Is instant 25c,
at B III, Gorrelps Drug Store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
nonIt Get a Divorce

A western judge granted a divorce
on account of iIl-temper and bad
breath. DR.. Kings New Life Pills
would have prevented 1t. They cure
Constipation, causing bad breath and
Liver Trouble the ill-temper, dispel
colds, Danish headaches, conquer chills
CSC. at b. II. Gorrell's Drug store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Daughter of President Davis

Mre. Margr ret Howell Jefferson
Davis Hays. daughter CT President
Jefferson Davis, died al her home
at Colorado Springs, Colo, sun
day. The body was cremated Mon
day. and the ashes will be brought
to Richmond.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21

A chemical process ls being used
by Stanton and some other towrs
to rid the streets and sidewalks OF
weeds and grass. The use o. the
chemical prevents future growth.
The cost is about eighteen cents
for an ordinary city block.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21

Many people with chronic throat and
luno trouble have found comfort and
relief in Foley's Honey and Tar as it
cnres stubborn coughs after other
treatment has failed. j., M. Ruggles,
Reasnor, Iowa, writes; "Ihe doctors
laid had consumption, and I got no
better until / took Foiey's Honey and
Tar. 1t stopped the hemorrhages and
rain IN nv lungs and they are now az
so,,nd as . bullet b, n, Gorrell,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
A catalogue of the $500 piano

A catalogue OF the s8UU plano
which 10 being offered for slS5,
about factory cost, to introduce IT,,
will be mailed free by The Hobbie
Co.. , Factory Distributors, Roam
oke. 1t illustrates and describe
this marvellous bargain, and will
give ali particulars as to easy terms
(of payment.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Almost Centennarian

Mrs. Anne Elizabeth Aff1eck died
yesteI day in Winchester, aged No
years. Her husband was a cousin
of William E. Gladstone, prime
minister of England.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
BueDa Viata's Budget of News
and Personals
Gazette Co,vssbosfssce

DhSbh WYNN . Euukcs VI Nv"
and Personals
Gazette Coyyssbon6snce
July 20.-The Monday morning
session of the mayors court still
continues to be good source OF
revenue to the city and il the re-
ceipts are as good in the future as
they have been In the past our lit
tie city will soon be able to put in
good sidewalks all over. On last
Monday the fines collected were
over $50.
Rev. Mr.. Kirkpatrick OF the
Union Theological Seminary Of
Richmond has been the guest Of
Rev. A. c. Hopkins, Jr., for sever
al days. He held services in the
Presbyterian church Sunday morn
ing, at Ben Salem in the afternoon
and Sunday night preached at the
union services III the Baptist
church.
The nineteen. month's-old child
of Mr.. and Mrs, Madison Kenney
died at The home of Mrs. j. w.
Orndorf Saturday afternoon and
the funeral services was conducted
Sunday afternoon by DR.. W. H. d.
Harper, with burial at Green Hill
cemetery.
The members of the Epworth
League of the Methodist church
will serve Ice cream and cake on
the lawn at the home Of Mr.. j. 81.
Krebs Friday evening.
On last Friday evening the
Buera Vista German Club gave a
very enjoyable hop at the Mari
brook in honor of several visiting
young ladies who ere the guests Of
the Misses Boone and Robey. Sun
day a party of eighteen spent the
day at the Natural Bridge, which
included these young ladies'.
Arrangements have about been
completed for q tourDement and
field day to be hold some time in
August. About twenty knights
will ride and none but aueteurs
will be allowed to enter. The af-
fair will close with big corona
ton ball in the evening at the
opera house. A definite day has
not been decided on yet, but 1t
will be sor etime the latter part Of
next month.
Miss Shelly Of Richmond is the
guest OF Miss Audrey Robey.
Miss Ada White of Greensboro.
N. c., is the guest of Miss George
Boone.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. G. Wrenn of
Washington, D. c.. are the guests
of Mrs. j T. Wrenn.
Mrs. w. L. Paxton who spent
couple of weeks in Admission,
Ala, has returned home.
Mrs. A. M. Rucber who spent
three weeks at Bon Air, Va, re-
turned to the city this week.
DR.. C. O. Coleman is spending a
couple OF weeks at his old home in
Eastern Virginia.
Miss Miriam Umholtz will leave
Saturday for two months trip
through Pennsylvania and New
jersey.
Miss Margie Jones of Richmond
and Miss Julian Fultz of Fairfield
are at the Heights.
Mr.. E. W. Bart'ette Of Carey
W. Va, is spending several days
with bis brother, Mr.. c. W. Bart
lette.
Mr.. Samuel Drummer, superin'
tendent Of the Bristol MIL Of the
Columbian Paper Co., is visitor
in the city. II. K. M.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Burglar in Mr.. Joyce's Church

Burglar in MIR. JOyce's Church
Thursdays Roanoke World: Rev.
W. H. II. Joyce, castor of Trinity
Methodist church, had despt rate
struggle with a burglar this morn
ing in the church. The burglar
first went to the parsonage and,
telling Mr.. Joyce's son that he
wanted to make some repairs in
the church, got the keys from him.
Later Mr.. Joyce had occasion to
20 to the study Of the church and
was unable to get in. His son
climbed into a window and open
ed the door for his father. When
Mr.. Joyce got in he foupd the
burglar had overhauled the papers
in his desk. He had a scrffie with
the man, who, getting the worst
of it, raised a Ratchet to strike the
pref cher. Mr.. Joyce, .wno IL a
very large and strong man, caught
the arm of the burglar. They
scuffled for come tina, when finally
the burglar broke and ran for the
door. As he went out he locked
the door after him. Mr.. Joyce
followed aud pursued the man
down an alley, but he esca ped
While Mr.. Joyce was running az
ter him the man shook knife
which he had taken at MIR. Joyce.
The burglar was about % years
of age and looked like young
working man.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21

The ladies of Elliott's Hill church
will hold an all day festival at the
church on Saturday, July 81. Dinner
at pm, Ice cream and cake served
In afternoon,
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21

At the earnest solicitations OF many
voters OF the District, announce my
self a candidate FIR the House OF Dele
gates Of Virginia for the district COM
posed of the Counties Of Bath, High
land and Rockbridge and the City Of
Buena Vista.
Subject to the Democratic Primary.
JOHN W. STEPHENSON.
Tune ie 90 tdn
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Chr 6a=Rttf
LEXINGTON, Va. July 81, 1909
New Advertisements

Weinberes-mid.sum sale.
Miller Transfer Go. announcement
Of change In managers.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1909-07-21
Announcement

To the Voters of Bath, Highland and
Rockbridge Counties aud the City
of Buena Vista
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-10-27
PERRIN INVITES
 M0NSGR. IUCEY
Although Pine Bluff Priest Ignores Challenge an Official Communication
 is Sent Him by Anxious Socialists.

Although MonsGr. J. NJ I.ucey. vical genral of the Catholic Church in Arkansi, has declineeotdnter etao etaoinhriiuIiui,t has declined to entertain an invitation tt discuss the Ferrer killing in Spain vt, the socialist leaders at Little Rock. de claring that Spain needs no defense for it ; legal execution of Fnrrer.
 F.. w. Perrin. secretary nf the I.ittlr Rock socialist local. has sent 1o Mon>i@n.,r Lucey. the following invitation 10 il ,l, bate:
 ''I am instructed by Little Rock snr''l ist local to send you a copy of resolutions passed at q meeting in Jcnncns Wonder. land Theater on Sunday night. the lo'~ port of which is self-eXplanatory from tho resolutions herewith enclosed.
 And further to extend to you eos,lial invitation to attend the meeting on tht date indicated. when we hope you will dr fend statements appearing over your nam
 eve canot understand your attempt defend the Spanish government in com. hitting official murder unless YOU are '1 possession of some facts hearing np the case of which are ignorant: therefor We invite you to q debate. for m inf rm discussion of the points at iSSne
 You say the public should know tn facts before it passes judgment. Precise iy so, and this is why we hope will attend and help us discover these facts
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-10-27

 V WHOLESALERS GV|N BIG SUIT " T..,
 0 Arkansas Broker 7 age Suit is Reversed by
 Court of Appeals HAD BIG JUDGMENT.
Violation of the Sherman eIt;.Trust
 Law Charged by Dunn and Powell.

Inc famous Arkansas Brokerage Company's antitrust suit, which orig mated in this city and was originally hied Tn the federal court at Little ROCK and appealed to the United states court of appeals at St. Louis, mas been reversed by three learned ]urlsts, sitting in the latter court. The reversal is great victory for sey- 'Iefai Pine Bluff wholesale houses ami Especially the law firms of Bridges.
 rPirldse and Gaunt, of this city, and
 rfphy, Coleman and Lewis. of Little { Rock, who represented the defeud- ~ats
 The suit was filed at Little Ro:k
 >9me months ago by Dunn and Powell Pine Bluff concern, against the Ar kansas Brokerage company. E. D. Rms sell, manager; Southern Grocery com pany, Hammett Grocery company. Gil lespie and Brother company, ]. F. Hutt and Sons and the J. B. Speers com pany, all wholesale grocery concerns of this city, and stockholders in the Arkansas Brokerage company.
 The plaintiffs charged that the Pine Bluff wholesale houses had combined against them and practically formed a trust, which had tendency to ruin their business and practically make their undertaking in the local business held a complete failure. The plaintiffs sued for mases, aggregating s30,- QUO TeA thousand dollars was asked for as dJmages,. which if judgment was given for that amount meant a sfotai judgment of S30,00O under the penalties of the Sherman law. The plaintiffs secured judgment for s2,,nG m the federal court at Little Rock, sWhich aggregated a judgment under 'the sherman law of $7,50O. Judement TOT $500 as attorneys fees were also recorded at the first hearing of the suit. The local and Little Rock IL torneys, who represented the whole sale houses and the brokerage com pany took the case to the court of aD- peals at St. Louis and the announce ment was made yesterday thar the case had been reversed. Joe W. House and M. House of Little Rock, repre- Sented the plaintiffs,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-10-27
CANDIDATES AT
 SULPHUR SPRINGS
Speaking There Toni ght Will be At. tended by all the Office Seekers and Some Sensational Oratory is Ex- ptcted.

The candidates for various county and state offices in this county will go to Sulphur Springs tonight to at tend box supper and grand rally
 which has been advertised for sev- eral weeks All the candidates have male preparations to go out in bug gles, on horses, in automobiles and in other vehicles. Speeches will be made by all the candidates and it is eX- pected that one or two of them will engage in hot debates" over county affairs. The next public meeting in which the candidates will take part will be held at the county court house here Saturday night at 7:30 o clock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-10-27
SENATOR TONEY
 IN LITTLE ROCK

Senator H. K. Toney, of Pine Bluff. generally understood to be candidate for president of the senate of the next legislature. was in Little Rock yester- day calling on his close political friends. Acting Governor James Rob ertson, and also attending to legal business. Senator Toney has been a member of both the house and senate and was recognized as probably the best parliamentarian and one of the leaders in the last senate-Litte Rock Gazette. :, j W