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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
Jury TRIAL FOR CUTcHIN

Argument in the case OF Mayor
loci n Cutchin, of Roanoke, cited
To show cause why he should not De
removed from office for malIeas-
ance and gross neglect OF olneial
duty was begun Friday with Judge
Mullen of petersburg, presiding.
Marshall Mccormick, leading eoun-
seI for Mayor Cutchin, moved for a
trial by a jury. After argument
Judge Mullen ruled that the accu1 1
ed mayor is entitled to a jury Una. .
His counsel then moved TO quash Il
of the 10 charges against him on
the grounds that the alleged OF
lenses antedated his present Term
of office. and that the report OF me
grand jury did not include the
specific charges.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
NOTES FROM KING GEORGE
King George. Va. April 20

The ladies OF Potomac church
gave an enjoyable entertainment at
the church Monday. serving refresh
ments in abundance Rev. Mr..
Graves delivered an interesting lee
ture. after which the children in
dulg,d in merry egg hunt. Twen-
ty-thrce dollars was realized for
the good cause
Mrs J r. Mason spent Easter
with Mrs. B. T. Turner and family
at the rectory Her many friends
were glad 10 welcome her in King
George
Attorney Benz 5. Minor. OF Wash
ington. came down Thursday Of last
week and remained several days as
guest OF Mrs John T Minor at
COmorn.
Miss Ellen Lewis left Friday for
Washington. where she will visit
friends for several weeks
Miss Estolle Berry. who is at
tending Fredericksburg College.
spent Easter with her parents. Mr..
and Mrs n. T. Berry at Eden
Misses Gladys and Duke Hogan,
students al Blackstone College.
spent Easter with their mother. Mrs
b. d. Hogan. al ComOrn
Miss Margaret s Brown spent
Easter as guest OF friends IN
Philadelphia
Mrs. B d. Hogan has returned
from a visit Of two days in Freder-
icksburg
Misses Josie I. and Edith Brown
spent a day in Fredericksburg re-
Gently shopping
We regret TO hear that our hon
ored neighbors. DR.. and Mrs. T. 7.
Arnold. have been quite sick with
grip. but are better.
Messrs. J. Robert Baker and }.
Thomas Minor are in Baltimore on
business.
Mrs Harry Mills is spending a
few days in Washington
Miss Mamie Byrd Turner has re-
turned from a shopping trip in
Dr. 7. T. Arnold. who for many
years has filled the position OF coun-
" surveyor OF King George. has
resigned. and MrJohn T. Boggs has
been appointed in his stead. Mr..
Boggs is an excellent surveyor and
whatever he does he does well.
Mr. J. G. BOggs has purchased
from Mr.. Thornton Turner a fine
driving horse
Mr. and Mrs John Shadrack were
guests OF Mr. and Mrs. ]. T. Har-
gest AZ Bleak Hill this week.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
CARD.

To the citizens OF Spotsylyania
county:
hereby announce myself a can
didate for sheriff, and II it be your
pleasure to elect me to this impor-
tant position | promise to faithfully
and impartially discharge the duties
regardless OF fear or favor. | shall
be most grateful for your vote. This
announcement Is made subject TO
the Democratic primary, II any there
be. Yours truly,
r NJ Waller
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
NO REASON FOR DOUBT
A Statement of Facts Backed by a
Strong Guarantee

We guarantee complete relief to all
sufferers from constipation In every
case where we fail we will supply the
medicine free.
Rexall Orderlies are a gentle, etfec-
tive, dependable strengthened and tonic.
They re-establish natures functions in
a quiet, easy way. They do not cause
any inconvenience, gripping or nausea.
They are so pleasant to take and work
so easily that they may be taken by
anyone at any time. They thoroughly
tone ND the whole system to healthy
activity.
Rexall OrderIies are indispensable
and ideal for the use of children, old
folks and delicate persons. We cannot
too highly recommend them to all suf-
ferers from any form Of constipation
and its attendant evils. Two sizes, Toe
and 25c. Remember you can obtain
Rexall Remedies in this community only
at our store-The Rexall Store. M.
NJ. Lewis, fredericksburg. Va
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
TO AID DRY STATES
TO KEEP OUT LIQUOR

Senator Curtis, OF Kansas, has re-
introduced his interstate liquor ship
mcnt bill. which has the support OF
the Anti-Saloon League OF America.
and has been Endorsed by hundreds
OF religious and temperance organiza
lions throughout the country.
The bill is intended TO stop the
shipment of liquor into dry territory
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
A CARD

To the voters of Rappahannock Mag
steral District in King George county.
| respectfully announce myself can
didate for the Office Of Supervisor in
Rappahannock District, subject to the
action of the Democratic Primary, and
respectfully solicit the support of the
voters of that district, with the assur-
ance that if elected | shall conduct the
Office in the best interest of the people
of the county.
Very respectfully,
I'd T. A. largest.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
WHATS IN A NAME

In the present United States
House OF Representatives the state
OF West Virginia furnishes the
only Brown among the 39l mem
bers And Virginia. not to be out
done by her daughter. comes bravell
to the front with the only Jones In
the whole blooming bunch OF states
men and near statesmen. or course
we are bound 10 inquire. what's in
a name2-Clarksburg Exponent.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
FOR DYSPEPSIA
You Risk Nothing by Trying This
Remedy.

We want every one troubled with
Indigestion and dyspepsia to come to
our store and obtain box Of Rexall
Dyspepsia tablets. They contain Bis
Understandable and Pepsin prepared
by a process which develops their great
est power to overcome digestive dis
turbance.
Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets are very
pleasant to take. They sOOthe the
irritable, weak stomach, strengthen
and invigorate the digestive organs, re-
lieve nausea and Indigestion, promote
nutrition and bring about feeling of
comfort.
If you give RexaIl Dyspepsia Tablets
a reasonable trial we will return your
money if you ore not satisfied with the
result. Three sizes, Is cents, 50 cents
and $l.00. Remember you can obtain
Rexall Remedies only at-The Rexall
Store. N. NJ. Lewis, Fredericksburg,
Va.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
8. NJ. A. COMMITTEE APPOINTED

President H. r Crismond. Of the
Business Mems Association, has APP
pointed the following committee on
the National Battlefields Park:
Messrs. G.. O'Conor Goolrick. A. =.
Rowe. W. W. Butzner, DR. J. G.
King. r. l.. Biscoe. Henry Dannehl
and c. W. Jones
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
MRS. SCOTT WINS

Reelected President Of the o. 4. r.
After Exciting Contest.
Washington, April p. - Mrs. Mat
thew L. Scott, of Illinois, has been re-
elected president general OF the
Daughters OF the American Revolution
by $40 out OF a total Of 1886 votes.
Mrs William C. Story. Of New York,
receiyed 456
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
VIRGINIA NEWS

A patent has been issued to VIM. l..
and J. A. Seldom, Of Portsmouth, cal
culator for tariffs.
Miss Edith Wadsworth Moran, Of
Manassas, and John R. B. Davis, Of
Bristow, were married in Rockville
Thursday by Rev. S. r. White.
Mrs. Thomas S. Martin, wife OF
Virginia's Senator. who has been an
invalid for years. is suffering from
a relapse
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
LYNCHBURG THEATRE BURNED

Fire Thursday destroyed the
Lynchburg Academy OF Music. with
a loss Of $4,000. Manager Shield
aud family. who lived in the build
ing made their escape through dense
smoke The theatre was leased by
the Wells Theatrical Syndicate. OF
Richmond
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
CONCRETE WORK ON FLUME

The Fredericksburg Power Co. began
putting in concrete in constructor the
large fume Friday morning. The con-
crete is mixed at the upper end OF the
excavation next TO the canal and Is be-
ing conveyed 10 the lower end by large
tubs on a cable.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
CARD

To the voters Of Rappahannoek dis
trict, King George county, Va Having
been requested by my friends hereby
announce myself a candidate for super
visor in Rappahannock district, subject
to the action Of the Democratic primary
on Sept z, 1911.
Should | be elected | promise salts
factory disposal Of the duties OF same,
considering the eounty's interest as my
own. Yours respectfully,
Jesse Newton.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
SUCCEEDS CUNNINGHAM

Herbert Hulce, chief deputy to
City Collector Cunningham, now
suspended for shortage in his ac-
counts. was elected Friday night 10
succeed Capt Cunningham as city
collector OF Richmond
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
SPEAKING DATES FOR
GLASS AND JONES

The Virginia Democratic League an
nounces that Representative Carter
Glass will speak at Mathews c. h.
April %, and the following Monday at
Gloucester C. II. Representative Jones
will address the people of Richmond
Friday evening, May 5. On April q
Mr.. Jones will speak at Fairfax {. h.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
A CAROLINE DANCE
chilesburg, Va, April IS.

In the home Of Mr.. ana Mrs.
Frank Dabney a delightful dance Was
given Monday night. April IL. III
honor of their daughter. Miss Maggie
Dabney. and her friend, Miss ora
Knibb. who accompanied her from
Richmond.
There we're many couples and
those who did not dance enjoyed the
music rendered by the Chilesourg
band. Dancing continued until a
late hour, when the guests left Tor
their homes after a delightful time
Mr.. and Mrs. Dabney's hospitality
was much appreciated by all present
B. E.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
GRIM SUCCEEDS EGGBORN

Governor Mann has appointed j.
J. Grim. OF Loudoun. as a member
Of the State Board Of Agriculture to
fill the place made vacant from the
Eighth District by the expiration OF
the term OF VIM. H. Eggborn, OF
Culpeper.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
MAJOR PICKETT DIES ON TRANSPORT

Major Geo. t. Pickett. son OF Gen.
Pickett. the famous Confederate
leader. died on the army transport
Logan while enrotute from Manila
70 San Francisco.
Major Pickett. who was a native
OF Virginia. was as years old. He
was attached to the paymaster's de
Dartment
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
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A CARD.

To the voters of SpotsyIvania county,
Va. / respectfully announce myself q
candidate for the Office of sheriff and
solicit the support of my fellow citi-
zens, promising if elected to faithfully
and impartially discharge the duties OF
the office to the best Of my ability.
Respectfully,
Carl A. Garner. Andrews, Va.
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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
FIRST SOFT CRABS

Three boxes OF soft crabs We're
shipped to Baltimore from Millen-
beck, Lancaster county, on April is.
Another box was shipped the same
day from Carriers Creek, in the
county, on the lower Rappahannock.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
CANDIDATES CARDS
TO THE VOTERS OF KING GEORGE
AND STAFFORD

! hereby announce myself as a
candidate for the House OF Dele
gates from the counties of Stafford
and King George, subject TO the
Democratic primary on Sept. eth,
1911. Soliciting your suffrage. l
am
Yours respectfully,
II. Thacker Berry.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
A CARD.

To the voters of Madison Magisterial
District in Caroline county: | re-
spectfully announce myself candidate
for the Office Of supervisor in Madison
District, subject to the action Of the
Democratic Primary, and respectfully
solicit the support of the voters OF that
district. Very respectfully,
Dana G. Smith.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

is the original-has been
the standard for thirty-fve
years.
There are thousands of
sO-called "just as good"
Emulsions, but they are
not-they are simply imi-
tations which are never
as good as the original.
They are like thin milk
SCOTS is thick like a
heavy cream.
If you want it thin, do
it yOurself-with water
but don't buy it thin.
FOR SALE By ALL DRUGGISTS
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
BUILDING ADDITION

Mr.. ]. w. Masters Is having an
addition built to his warehouse back
OF his store on Main street. The adj
dition is 15x22 feet and will con-
meet the store and warehouse
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
A GARD.

To the voters of Caroline county: |
hereby announce myself as a candidate
for the House of Delegates from the
county of Caroline, subject to the Dem
ocratlc primary, and respectfully soil 1T
your suffrage.
Yours respectfully,
tt S. II. Evans.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
A CARD

For Supervisor Aqua District. Stat
ford.
Having been requested by my
friends, | hereby announce myself a
candidate for Supervisor in Aqua
District. Should be elected |
promise a satisfactory disposal of
the duties Of same, considering the
county's interest as my own.
Respectfully yours,
Norman Raines.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
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A CARD

To the Voters of spotsylvania Coun-
ty:
hereby announce myself a candi-
date for treasurer of the county of
Spotsylvania at the election next
fall. subject to any action taken
by the Democratic party OF the
county. Respectfully.
]. w Massey
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
HEARD ARGUMENT

Judge X. II. l.. Chichester was In
Richmond Friday to hear argument
on a demurrer in case which Is
pending in Hanover county
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25
PRICE, 8 CENTS
THE SPIRIT THAT LEADS TO SUCCESS

Several days boy received gift Of Two Dollars and
Fifty Cents Had the person known that by his he fan
flame the ambition that boys breast he would
doubt have made Twenty-Five Dollars Upon receiving this gift the boy
direct the SAVINGS DEPARTMENT this Bank deposited
Two Dollars able open his
something realizing independence
and prosperity only be accomplished by thrift and
Many the monaes today began life poor boysbut realizing
the Importance of ready cash. saved Systematically something Of their
salary how small This young though
he realizes the saving that with ready cash he
the opportunity that will possibly for him great future
Recently published of how College education OBJ
tanned by saving small Over 81 coo saved in less than two
The above experiences dpostor Begin saving
day. This bank will help you and
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

TO THE VOTERS OF KING GEORGE
| hereby announce myself a can
didate for sheriff subject to the
Democratic primary on Sept. 7. 1911
Soliciting your votes, / am
Yours respectfully,
c. w. Purks.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

Send i0c.. name of paper aud this al. for our
beautiful Savings Bank and Chlld's Sketch. Book.
Zach bank contains Good Luck Penny.
SCOTT 6 BOVINE. 400 Pearl ST.. New York
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

TO THE VOTERS OF KING GEORGE
COUNTY.
Having announced myself a candi-
date for the office of sheriff, subject to
the action of the Democratic primary,
| respectfully solicit your suffrage and
pledge myself, if elected. to conduct
the office to the best Of my ability.
Very respectfully,
I'd Roger W. Boggs.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

Talk is cheap, but it takes a poll-tax
receipt to make you a voter.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-04-25

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The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
MINNESOTA LAWMAKERS MEET

st. Paul, Mimi, Jan. 3-The thirty
seventh Minnesota legislature conyen-
ed today. Three months of lively
work are before the lawmakers, if
all the proposed measures are given
attention. The main contest of the
session is expected to be legislature
reapportionthent. The new senators
have just been elected for four years,
and if they pass an apportiolment bill.
to take immediate effect. it will cut
their terms short two years.
Senator Moses e. Clapp's term is
about to expire, and his reelection is
assured. County option as to license
of saloons. will be an issue. The coun-
ty optionists failed to get control Of
the senate. They will attempt to have
the question submitted to popular vote
in 1912. Various reform organizations
will work for, an. initiative and refer
endum amendment to the Constitution
and for extension of the direct prim-
airy law to State officers. Advocates
of woman suffrage will also make a
demonstration. An attempt will be
made to pass a distance tariff measure
like the one under which Iowa works.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
WOOL GROWERS IN SESSION

Portland, Ore, Jan. 3-Fortland is
entertaining this week what is believ-
ed to be the largest gathering of
wool growers in the history of the in
dustry in America. The occasion is
the annual convention of the Oregon
Wool Growers Association, which met
today, and the annual meeting of the
National Wool Growers Association,
which will hold its opening session
tomorrow morning. The joint gather
ing has attracted thousands of prom
inent wool growers from Idaho. wy
oming, Montana and other sttaes.
The meeting of the national associa-
ton is not only the largest ever held
by that organization, but 1t also bids
fair to be the most important. The
tariff, forest reserves, quarantine and
speed limit laws, predatory animals,
wool sales, appointment of advisory
boards and other subjects important
and vital to the industry will be dis
cussed. The most important expert
men in America on these subjects
have places on the program.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
THE VALUE OF PoLlrgMEss

A Chicago firm, styling ltAelf En-
gineers and Managers OF Public Utlli-
ues," has issued novel circular To
It's employees. Part OF II reads:
"As members OF the Byllesby organ
ization you are public servants In the
true meaning OF the term. 1t is par
ticularly important that every OIL
Ger, every head OF department. and
every employe, of whatever capacity,
should realize this fact and regulate
his conduct accordingly. Each one OF
us owes his employment to the public.
"In all municipalities where we
manage electric, gas and street rail-
way utilities, tie people have selected
our organization to perform essential
service, or have consented TO such an
agreepent.
The employc VINO serves our COM
pany hest,is tie employe who serves
the public best. To great extent our
organization is judged by the manners
OF its employees. Therefore. you must
cultivate genuine courtesy and exer-
Ci4e patience and forbearance on all
OCCASIONS. Those details OF the SER
vice which the public have a right to
know while perfectly familiar 10 your
self, are often not understood by the
men AMI women with whom you come
In contact. Part OF your duty is to
reply to inquiries for information po-
litely md comprehensively.
"The standardFof the service should
be guarded as scrupulously as the
standard of the food supplied on your
table. Interruptions to the service
should be made matter akin to the
honor of every man upon whom the
service depends.
''In all departments, promises to
patrons and public should be carefully
considered before they are made, in
the light Of the fact that dlsappoint-
ment and dissatisfaction go hand in
hand."-Chicago Post
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
How's This7

We offer one hunured dollars reward
for any case of catarrh that cannot
be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. l.. Cheney G. Co., Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, have known
F. ]. Cheney for the last Is years and
believe him perfectly honorable In all
business tranactions and financially
able to carry out any obligations made
by his firm.
Walding, Klnnan & Marvin,
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo,O
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken
internally, acting Directly upon
the blood and mucous surfaces Of the
system. Testimonials sent free. Price
rs cents per bottle. Sold by all drug
gists.
Take Halls Family Pills for con.
stipation.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
LEGISLATIVE sRlsERY CASES

Springfield, Ill., Jan. 3-Preparar
tions ire being made to bring to trial
within the next few days the case Of
the people of illinois against Stanton
C. Pemberton, member of the State
senate. and Joseph S. Clark, member
of the State house OF representatives,
indicted in this county on charges Of
conspiracy, to secure bribes in the
awarding of the contract for new fur
niture for the State legislature. This
will be the. second trial of the case.
The first trial was held last October,
and resulted in disagreement of the
jury.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
TO ELECT TWO SENATORS

Bismarck, I'D, Jan. 3-Two Unit
ed States, senators are to be elected
at the session Of the North Dakota
legislature now convened. Senator
McCumber win be his own successor
and Congressman A. ]. Gronna will be
chosen to fill the unexpired term of
Senator NJ. N. Johnson, deceased.
Railroad legislation, including the an
ti-pass and full crew measures, and
to the primary election
law of the state will receive most at
tention at the session.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
PAST HELP

The man with the old clock under
his arm laid it on the jewelers. show
case. Il wish you'd see what is the
matter with this" he said.
The jeweler removed the dial,
screwed his eyeglass into place, and
inspected the works of the ancient
imepiece.
Nothing Is the matter with it.
now; it sufferings are over"
We'll, how much. do l owe you'll"
asked the man.
Nothing" answered the jeweler.
This isn't professional treatment.
This Is a coroner's inquest" YOUTHS
Companion
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03
. PROGRAM |
For Meeting Of The State
Board Of Agriculture

The following is the program for
the annual meeting Of the Ohio State
Board of Agriculture to be held on
Thursday, January 12, at the Cham
ber of Commerce Auditorium, Colum.
bus:
Program 10 O'clock a. m.
Roll call of counties.
Address-Governor Judson Harmon.
Address-President c. w. McFar-
land.
appointment of Committees.
Report of Treasurer, L. w. Kilgore.
National Corn Shove. II. Steven
son.
Discussion-County VS.. Township
Supervision of Country Schools.
Twenty minutes each side.
1880 o'clock p. m.
Address-Dr. G. o. Probst, Secre-
tary State Board of Health.
Address, Agricultural Promotion
Work by County Fairs"-Hon. T. G.
Maher, Greenville.
Report of Committees.
Announcement of winners State
Acre CT Corn Contest.
Issuance of per capita Certificates.
Adjournment.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1911-01-03

McNabb, Clarence Lauderbaugh and
Henry and Ned Henderson. Delicious
refreshments we're served.
Homestead Club
Entertains
The annual reception and ball was
given by the Homestead Club in their
rooms on North Main street on Mon
day afternoon and evening. During
the afternoon about $50 guests were
present to enjoy the music and dane
ing. The rooms and dance hall were
beautifully decorated with Christmas
bells, holly, American flags, carna-
tons and ferns. The Misses Winni-
fred Platt and Marie Skireman pre-
sided at the punch bowl.
In the evening, the club members
entertained their wives and ladies
with dance given in their hall. All
of the members were present. Music
during the afternoon and evening was
furnished by the Scribner Trio.