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The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
Gilbert News.

Not seeing anything In your paper
from our little town for some time
/ fear you have forgotten us.
The weather is fine waters low
and fishers plentiful here now, among
whom are C. F. Millender and fam
lily from Louisa, KY. We are glad to
see Frank shaking hands with SO
many of his old friends and acquaint-
ances whom he met while with the
]. H. Millender Lumber Company
We will endeavor to make his visit
as pleasant to him and family as
possible
The Hon. s. u G. Rhodes and son
together with Marion Canada has
been on Guyan fishing for several
days. Sug reports good time which
he always has when among his
friends here
Mr.. B. Randolph Bias of the law
firm Of Wiles and Bias, the Bull
Moose disciple, was the welcome
guest Of Mr.. and Mrs Hatcher
Grimett last week We were sorry
Mr., Bias didn't stay longer. We did
not learn whether he was looking
after Mr. Grimett's business or try
| ing to organize the Bull Moose party
or whether he was an agent for
| typewriters. He made several in
quiries about parties in our town
owning typewriters. Dick said our
town was more progressive than he
expected.
Our high school Is progressing fine
this year, We have three very able
teachers and hope the people will
help to make the school progress
whether they are progressive or not
| We were glad to hear of our friend
! Lee Ellis purchasing fine residence
in the city Of Williamson. We have
not learned yet whether he will move
there or mt. The people here would
miss Mr.. Ellis very much but wish
| him success in his new home
Don't forget when you come tc
| Gilbert we have a fine bridge across
lGuvan river connecting East and
/ West Gilbert. We feel very grateful
| tp the Hon. County Court for this
enterprise as it not only aecommo-
| dates the people of Gilbert, but all
along Guyan river.
| Mr.. H. G. Terrell is erecting nice
residence here
ToPsY.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22


There was great and gay kodak
ing expedition to Chatta.oy on Sun
day Our reporter saws they were
the elite and exclusive small bunch
OF our city and had a time that was
simply bewildering. The young la
dies of the party were the prime
movers in the exclusive excursion and
bossed things generally The party
consisted of the Misses Gal, Hutchi-
son Ruth Baker, Elizabeth Vinson
Catherine Hicks, and Stella Ball and
the gallant escorts We're Messrs. Mac
Copley, J. C. Dunkin. Louis Felknor
Clarence Hicks, Foote Walker, Car
lawson and j. A Straton. Chaper-
ones Mr.. and Mrs Carl X. Shumate,
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
THE RENEGADE SHEET
In Its Futile Attempt TO Create Dis
cord Among Democrats OF Mingo.

In Its Futile Attempt 70 Create Dis
cord Among Democrats Of Mingo.
1t is really laughable to note this
stand pat renegade sheet endeavor-
ing to. project dissension into the
Democratic party Of Mingo county.
Tottering on the verge of disruption
and annihflation in its own party, it
is simply ridiculous that it should
set itself up as Democratic critic,
when it knows that 1t is difhcule for
its own stand pat party to keep up
an organization in the county. This
exponent of Taft stand patism in this
city will have enough to do to attend
to it's own business without pretend
ing that there is trouble in the
Democratic party, for there is none
this year. az the sheet would just
preach something more about an
honest election in this county 1t
would be comforting greater favor
upon the people Help us to get
clear of these Illegal negro voters In
this county and there will be no
need for discussing dissentions in
any of the different parties.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
REGISTRATION m MINGO CoUN-
Try.
Democratic Registrars Are Warned
to Watch for Illegal Voters.

Democratic Registrars Are Warned
to Watch for Illegal Voters.
The registrars begin their work on
the first Mondey in September and
in their precincts are directed to
travel together and visit the usual
places of abode of the voters. At
the conclusion of this work they
must sit for two days for the cor
rection of their lists and turn them
over to the county court. They are
authorized to administer oaths to
doubtful voters.
The court then sits to hear COM
plants concerning the registration
and has power to add the names
of any legal voters left off by the
registrars. Five days notice must be
given voter before his name can
be stricken from the list
Following the the registrars, the
first named representing the Demo
Gratis and the second the Republi-
cans:
HARVEY DISTRICT.
Bailey School House Precinct Elem
s. Mead and Jno. I'll. McComas.
WAKEFIELD DISTRICT.
Vim. Brewer, ST., and VIM. Work
man.
HARDEE DISTRICT.
Naugatuck Precinct-Fred Elswick
and w. B. Maynard
Dempsey School House Precinct
Jacob Runyon and Henry Terrell.
LEE DISTRICT.
Rockhouse Precinct Twill Farley
and Valentine Hatfield.
Burnwell Precinct-Harry Station
and Noah Phillips.
Sycamore Precinct C. Silvers and
Warren Lambert.
Buffalo Precinct. M. Carter and
Elmer Snellenberger.
Nolan Precinct Floyd Murphy and
N. R. Hatfield.
WILLIAMSON DISTRICT.
East Williamson Precinct. s.
Spaulding and G. T. Dudgeon.
West Williamson Precinct-W. o.
Porter and A. w. Damron.
MAGNOLIA DISTRICT.
Varney Precinct-He Varney and
Andy Kell
Upper Red Jacket Precinct. H
Robertson and John Hoskins.
Lower Red Jacket Precinct. M
Ta1bert and r.. w. Buskirk.
Devon Richard Kennedy
and L. e. Staten
Thacker Precinct-E. T. Maddox
and john Hamilton.
Lick Fork Precinct-tJ. T. Rohr.
tbaugh and M. Pigman.
STAFFORD DISTRICT.
Gilbert Precinct-G. e. Justice and
H. T. Perry.
Glen Alum Precinct-W. H. Speed
and John G. Williams.
Star Branch School House Precinct
Burris Coe and r. L. Simpkins
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Origin of the Term "Bull Moose"
On May % Theodore Roosevelt at
the Outlook Office. in New York, was
asked how he felt.
Fine! Just like q bull moose
that's the way feel" he exclaimed
"But the bull moose belongs to
Speaker Edward Merritt, of the as
sembly,"' some one said.
II don't know how Merritt got
it." said the Colonel, "but ! know
they used to call me the bull
moose thirty years ago, and / surely
didn't borrow the title from him. /"
The "Bull Moose" title spread and
within twenty-four hours was a fix
ture, and now is generally used as
the third party designation.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Our Standpat misguided friend of
the Republican newspaper of this
city has purchased home for him
self and his print shop. We do not
know whether there was any graft in
the transaction, but any way he has
purchased the Hurst old residence
property on First Avenue and will
utilize the two buildings for office
and living purposes. While the rem
egade graft holds out, there is hope
for our easy living competitor.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
Entertain Dinner Party,

Mrs. DR. Rosenheim entertained at
dinner party Thursday, August
18th, at the home of her father, Mr..
w A. Harris, at Nolan, W. Va, some
of the ladies Of the Home Mission
Society of the Methodist Church.
Every one had a most enjoyable
time at this beautiful country hon
which is noted for its Kentucky
hospitality Fried chicken and every
thing that was good to eat was par
taken of by those who were favored
with an invitation.
The following persons were pres
ent:
Rev. and Mrs. Pierce and son,
Mrs. M. o. Randolph, Mrs. Fred
Hutchinson, Mrs. John L. Stafford,
Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. w. III. Burgess,
Mrs. Eblin, of Louisville KY, Mrs.
Roland, Mrs. DIR. Rosenheim, Miss
Groseclose, Miss Myrtle Harris.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
Items From Justice.

George Harris left Fiday for Pine
Vile, where he will spend a few days
with his family before returning to
his work near Justice.
Miss Ida Stafford spent Saturday
calling on friends at Hanover.
The box supper at Justice Thurs
day night, was attended by a very
large crowd. Everybody had plenty
to eat and all enjoyed the fete inn
mensely.
Mr.. and Mr.. James Spratt and son
James. Jr. from Virginia, visited his
sisters, Mrs. ]. 8. p. Stafford, and
Mrs Emma Davis and brother A. d.
Spratt, last week.
Miss Susie Spratt made flying
trip to Buffalo ON Sunday last.
Oza Bailey was pleasant caller
at J. s. p Stafford's Sunday.
Mrs. W. e. Justice returned home
Thursday after visiting her daughter,
Mrs John Damron at Jaeger few
days.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Rush Elkins,
a fine baby girl on Wednesday last
Mrs. Nancy Wilson is real sick at
this writing, we regret to note.
Carl Hess visited friends at Han
over Saturday.
Uncle Johnny Buchanan has made
his return from Tazewell, Virginia.
where he visited relatives for some
time and has now gone to Logan,
where he will spend while with HIS
daughters. Mrs. Willard Mcdonald
and Mrs. Hugh Avis.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Miss May Wiles, after having spent
pleasant summer vacation at diff
ferent points of interest and attrac-
tion, has returned to her home pre-
paratory to assuming her duties in
our High School, this city. Miss
Wiles is one of our most enthusiastic
and accomplished teachers AMI takes
great pride in the advancement OF
our educational interests. Size is
foremost in all things which go to
make a higher education in orr COM
munity and takes great delight in
the individual attachments of her
students. She is prime mover in the
publication department and leads in
everything that goes to make orr
High School more attractive and
more beneficial We welcome her
home and wish for her this year new
laurels in her high and chosen pro-
fession of teaching and enlightening
the young.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
ESTIMATE.

Kermit, w. Va Aug. IS. 1912.
To the Tax Payers of the Town of
Kermit. w. Va
In compliance with the law. notice
is hereby given that at a special
meeting of the Common councilmen
on the 18th day OF Aug. 1912, it
was ordered that levy of 35 cents
for the year 1912 be made on every
One Hundred Dollars valuation on
both real estate and personal prop
erty in the Town of Kermit, it being
estimated that the receipts and ex-
penses for the year would be as fol-
lows:
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The young men of our social
young bloods had stag party the
other night and had the time of their
lives Foote Walker entertained
royalty and the entire party planned
a fishing outing on the placid Tug
River today. When these young
people return we shall expect to
hear some of the most narrowing
fish stories ever recorded.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
DEAD.

Mr.. R. 4. Ireson. of Tazewell, Va,
well known in this vicinity, died on
last Wednesday morning, August
18th, 1912. He was an old and re
Espected citizen, and was admired by
all who knew him for his honesty
and worth. He was married when
a young man and reared a large
family, many of whom are residing
in this city. He had been In i'll
health for quite while and was SO
ytars old when h died. There
was large attendance at his fune-
raj, of friends and relatives, nearly
all his family being present He was
a good man and had lived straight
forward life and it is with deepest
regret that we chronicle his demise.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Many of our business men are
earnestly working for better street
to East Williamson. They are out
spoken in their advocacy Of this i'm
provement, and for the good of tho
city, claim that the work should be-
gin at once We hope to see this
thoroughfare put through at once.
1t would add greatly to the conye-
nience OF all
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

A nice little evening party was
enjoyed at the Ligon home on last
Saturday evening by the following
guests: Mr. and Mrs. Foutz. Misses
Mary Smith, Of Winchester. KY, and
Alice Varney, Messrs. Stewart, Pete
and Joe Lyon, of Roanoke, Va, the
latter being visitor of Mr.. and Mrs.
J F. Lyon. The amusements We're
great, and the refreshments served
irresistably delicious. All concerned
had a good time.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
WilIing tn Work.

Two wayside pilgrims were talk
ing over things. when one of them
asked:
"Dick, you amt a-hankerin' after
no Government place. are ye?
81 don't mind sayin' I'd take one
OF 'em eff could git it."fresponded
the other, but don't want no job
that's all fat. I'm wfllin' to earn
my wages"
''An' what sort o. job would be
about your size?"
well. I'D like to I'LL fountain pens
for some assistant Secretary Of the
Treasury. Judge.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr.. j. C. P. Cantrell, of Pinson
Fork, KY. became new patron of
this journal on Saturday last. He is
one of the young Democracy OF Ken
lucky and will help to swell the
Wilson majority in November He is
one of the coming progressive citi-
zens of Pike county. Br. Cantrell
is one of the educators of his section
and is a teacher in his community
He not only takes the West Virgin
ian for himself, but sends it to his
father in Missouri.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

We have the most prolific town
for young and good looking girls in
America and the quantity seems to
be increasing rapidly. The atmos-
phere hereabbouts is full of the be
witching dearies and it keeps our
admiring eyes busy watching their
sweet appearance as they float about
our streets in large numbers.& OF
course We love them all
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr.. D. f. Walker, of this city, who
found it necessary to have slight
operation performed ON himself for
the more perfect condition of his
health, has gone through the opera
tom in Huntington hospital, and
has returned to his home as, sound
as a dollar and in the best Of spirits,
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Full Moosers Are Organizing and
DiscussinQ Situation

OhscuSsiug DituhIOh.
In response to the resolutions
passed by an impromptu mass-meet-
ing of local Progressiyes on the 10Th
of August, e. r.. Juhlfng, tina mem
Der of the State Committee for Min
GO county, has appointed a provis-
ional county committee composed OF
w. r. Baldridge, for Stafford Dis
trice, Elihu Boggs for Magnolia Dis
trict, u M Connolly for Lee Dis
trict, J. Levine for Williamson Dis
trict, r. B. Clark for Hardee Dis
trict, Lindsay Baker for Warfie1d
District, and J. H. Vance for Harvey
District.
1t Is understood that this provis-
ional committee will meet at once
and effect permanent organization
ut Is said this action Is being taken
all over the State
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Senator Watson ought to feel COM
plimented by having the Parkers-
burg Dispatch-News throw bouquets
at him If this newspaper keeps up
its advertising stunts of the Senator
we shall soon begin to think that
Watson is really a great leader and
true Democrat
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr.. Ed. Allen, Superintendent of
the water works, this city, has an
Office on Second Avenue in Herrick's
Electric Supply store, where he will
be found at all times ready to serve
the people and receive their water
rent with all the courtesy and pleas
ure imaginable.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The Wilson enthusiasm continues
to grow all over the couustry and
his election grows more certain ev-
cry day The voter will give the
Democrats a show this time aud he
sure that we have a purer and better
government for all the people.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

We regret to record the burning
Of DIR. G.. r. Whites residence on
Fourth Avenue, this city We are
pleased to know that the loss was
partially covered by insurance. The
Doctors family Is now visiting in
Logan until he can arrange for their
return to this city
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Natural gas piping is being done
all over our city with rush. Quite
a number of our citizens are having
fixtures put into their residences for
lighting. and cooking purposes.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Democratic headquarters, this city
is being prepared for visitors and is
now in readiness for business. Mr.
Cole. the chairman is working hard
to get everything in shape for the
campaign.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
still They Come.

A new bargain house has opened
up in the F. P. jennings stand on
Third Avenue. this city, and is SOL
Letting the patronage OF the public.
Mr.. NJ L. Gaskel is the proprietor
and manager of the concern.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

DR.. w. S. Rosenhheim and S. j.
Dickinson h. We purchased valuable
land on lower Fourth Avenue, of the
B. B. Goings Real Estate Agency, Of
this city, and will erect nice resi-
dences on them right away. See rs
grow.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

We boost and sell Varno-Lac for
finishing old or new floors furniture,
or woodwork i'm perfect limitations OF
expensive woods, such as Oak, Ma
hogany, Walnut Cherry, etc.
The A. H. BEALL HARDWARE co.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

LOCAL politics is little quiet just
at this time. but the forces of the
different parties are mashaling and
are preparing their ammunition that
they may be ready to go ON the pc.
litica war path.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Miss Sudie Greer, of barbourVille,
this State, is visiting Mrs. Thomas
West, of this, city. She IS bright
and handsome little lady and we are
pleased to welcome her as a visitor
to our city.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

DR. L. e. Lawson has returned
from trip to the West Virginia Den.
tai Society at Webster Springs. He
reports pleasant and profitable time
attending the meeting as we'll as 8
delightful outing from the duties Of
his office,
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
New Wholesale Grocery

1t is common rumor in the city
that we are soon to have another
wholesale grocery establishment
here. 1t is said that ground has
been broken for the building and
other arrangements made
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Last week we advertised q splen-
did Sewing Machine for only $14.5O.
The ad sold one. Now let us sell you
the next one.
The A. H. BEALlt HARDWARE co.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
Next to Natural Gas

Is Buffalo Coal. We are still sole
agents. So why not buy a coal that
ignites quickly, heats quick, burns
to fine ash, does not clinker. Your
cook will also stay longer II you
give her this coal for the cook stove.
MARK RUSSELL & CO.
tArC 20.dt
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Wherever you cast your eye it is
improvement and DEVELOPMENT A
steady onward progress Of no uncer-
tain stability one continuous onward
and inward movement to greater
prosperity
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The announcement that the steel
business is booming must make the
Bull Moosers more confident than
ever that their campaign will be "am-
ply financed. indianapolis News
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The business men demand new
and better street to East Williamson.
1t Is better for the city better for the
people and better for all who have
an interest in the future Of our
trade and business volume.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Miss Maurice Rasmussen, Califor-
MAS prize beauty, says that the
plaster-faced New York women never
smile. Well they , will when they
read this. Washington Post.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr.. j. f. Ryan has leased the ell
egant Sheppard Ellis residence prop
erty on Second Avenue and has
hoved his family therein. It is 9
splendid homel
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Don't forget we have nice line of
Chinaware, Glassware Silverware
Nickel Plated Ware, Aluminium Ware
that will last sfor years.
The A. H. BEAII HARDWARE co.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22
ToPsY.

Ask for a sample of The Home
Decorator, giving practical sugges-
tons for Home Decorations. Costs
you nothing.
The A. H. BEAI1L HARDWARE co.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Come and look at our assortment
of Pump Guns, Single barrel Gums,
Rifles, Revolvers Ammunition, etc.
The A. II. BEAIJL HARDW ARE CO.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The inconsistency of the Stand
Pat Republican party is. simply
amazing. We still s tick to the pre-
diction that Taft will not carry a
single state i'm the Union.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mrs Willard this city, has re-
turned from an extended trip to Lake
Side Ohio. where she has been recre-
ating with her children. j
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

We carry nice assortment of
Harness. Saddlery Strap Goods. Sad
die Bags, Whips. Leather. etc.
The A. H. BEALL HARDWARE CO.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr. G. Whittier, of Keystone, is
making arrangements to start in the
plumbing business in this city. Ev-
erybody is coming to Williamson
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Mr.. A. d. Dickey is erecting an
elegant home on Fourth Avenue and
will have it ready for occupancy at
an early day.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Vote for Thompson for Governor,
and he will make for the people an
honest servant and brighten the
name of West Virginia abroad.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

democratic Candidate for Judge
Visits Wyoming County.

Visits Wyoming County.
As preliminary to opening the
Judicial compaign, prospective Judge
Jones made a visit to Wyoming re-
Gently. He reports that everything
looks lovely in that county. He ia
very enthusiastic as to the outlook
and feels confident Of the result. OF
course he will make thorough can
vass and see all the people before
the election. He has splendid
record to start with and a fiattering
prospect of election, for the people
are with him and against boss rule
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

The Misses Deaton of Pocahontas
who have been on a two weeks visit
with w T. Poole and family, return
ed to their home Monday
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Let us draw East Williamson clos
er to the center of our city by build
ing a street in that direction that
will please everybody.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Miss Cynthia Kirk, of Prestons,
burg, KY, is visiting Miss Sallie
Hunt, OF this city, and will remain
here for several days.
The Progressive West Virginian. [volume] (Williamson, W. Va.) 1911-1913, 1912-08-22

Miss Helen Mccoy, of Portsmouth
Ohio, is visiting Miss Florence Poole
Of this city We wish her pleasant
stay in our midst.