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The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1912-09-04
Senator Martin
Defends Vir-
gillial
Tells the Senate She. could
Have Better Rosds if She
Could Collect What
the Government
Owes Her.

Criticisms of Virginia roads,
especially those from Washing
ton to Arlington and Mount
Vernon, were voiced by Sena-
tor McCumber in the senate to.
day in speech in which he
was attacking proposed amend
ments to the postoiiice appro-
priation bin providing for fed
eral and financial aid for build.
ing roads. ~
Senator McCumber admitted
the bad condition OF the roads
in many states and expressed
the opinion that t h Q states
themselves ought to get busy
and make highway improve
ments. Senator Martin, o f
Virginia, asked if Mr.. McCnm-
Der had any states in particu-
lar in mind.
''I should like" replied Mr.
McCumber, "to be able TO ride
on good road from here to
Arlington national cemetery.
To this slap at Virginia, Mr..
Martin retorted that the United
States owed the Old Dominion
money that had been contribut-
ed to Uncle Sam to enable him
to establish the seat of govern.
ment in the "Village" ofWashL
ington.
"lf the United Statea owes
money to Virginia." Senator
McCumber recommended, 81
hope it will be paid and that
Virginia will be allowed to dc
with it what the State pleases,
But | am opposed to taxing the
people OF North Dakota fol-
building a road between Wash.
ington and Mount Vernon.
81 would like to be able some
time to drive to the. home OF
the Father ofgHis Countrys but
there is no road available,
meanino road fit to travel over
mostof the year"
I'VE dedicated TO tho purpose
the debt which TIL o United
States owes to the State offVir.
lginia," replied Senator Martin
There are many miles ofgood
macadam roads, continued Mr.
Martin, and much money is be-
ing spent annually by the State
for the Improvement of its roads
In one county, ne said, a bono
Issue of $2, 1000, 900 has been an
thorized to improve the. rOads
1--WE are simpiy asking. tbs
national government to help III
in the work which we ara now
doing" he concluded.-Wash
inRton Star.
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Young Mr.. Reeder Entersaiaa

On Friday night Andrew
Reeder entertained a number
of the younger set 'withsa dane
ing party at his beautiful home
on Poplar Hill.
Music was furnished by the
Taylor Orchestra and dancing
was enjoyed until late hour,
after which lunch, consisting
of salad, ice cream, cake and
candy was served.
Among those present were.
Misses Ruby Kemper, Anna
Agee, Ruth Prescott, HELEN
DAILY, of Terra Haute, Marga-
ret Pettitt. Carolyne Rhoads,
julie Rullitt, Lonise Goodioe
and Josephine Kelly. Measrs.
Vivion Mouser, Creed Kelly,
John A. Goodioe, George
Rhoads, Henry Mccormick,
Carlisle Skeen, Byron Rhoada
aud Rowland Kemper.
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children's Home Society
Agent Here.

Rev. f. II. Kahie, of Abing-
don, financial secretary of the
Children's Home Society of
Virginia, was in town last week
i'll the interest of the society,
which was organized for and is
conducting a work meritingl
high praise and the support OF
every true Virginian who feels
an interest in the unfortunate
outcast and orphaned children
of this state. The Society has
been in existence many years
and has placed many orphans
and children whose parent or
parents were conducting i'm
proper lives, into homes, where
they were adopted and brought
up under proper influences
into true manhood and woman
hood. Some are now holding on.
viable positions of trust, even
to that of a governor OF u
State.
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Campbell And Irvine To
Campaign For Ayers.

Hon. Preston w. Campbell
of Abingdon, who was tempo
rary chairman of the conven
ton held in Bristol in March,
which nominated General r.
"A. Ayers.sof Big Stone Gap, IA
the democratic candidate for
Congress, swas a visitor in Bris-
Itol Thursday.
Mr.. Campbell stated that he
and Hon. X. Tate Irvine, of
Big Stone Gap, would take the
stump for Wilson and Ayers
next week.and that they would
open in Lee county.
"Ayers is o winner in my
Judgment" declared Mr.. Camp
bell. "There is great enthusi-
asm among the Democrats and
we will have the assistance Of
many W ho have heretofore
voted the Republican ticket,
but who are insurgents this
year. Asplendid organization
is being perfected and l believe
that General Ayers will be
elected to congress-"
Mr.. Campbell said that O
great crowd would he ut Alb.
ingdon, September 90 to greet
Henry q. Stuart, who speaks
there on that day IN behalf OF
General Ayers.-Bristol Herald
Courier.
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''Debauchins The Electorate.

One "A. P. Strother, of Pear.
isburgj ID o quoted in Sundays
Roanoke Times as saying be-
fore a Republican mass meet,
ing in Giles county that he
regretted that Virginia should
be dragged down in slime and
filth by a certain judge being
accused of contributing TO the
campaign fund to debauch the
manhood Of his district and
then afterwards prosecuting the
poor deyils.r
The reference ia evidently to
Judge Skeen, whom, we believe
has never been accused, but
has said openly and freely OF
his own accord that he has con.
tributed to the campaign funds
of his party, like hundreds OF
other honorable and respecta
Bile men have done and are do
ing to-day. Judge Skeen be.
lieves in Democratic principles
with an ardor that is almost
religious in its nature. So be-
lieying, we presume that he has
contributed of his means for
years to the end that Democrat.
&c principles might triumph.
To say or to hint that he has
ever, contributed to such funds
for the purpose of intimidating
or bribing voters 10 to utter a
monstrous falschood against q
sincere man and an able and
upright judge
According, to Mr.. Strother's
view of the matter, every man
who contributes 20 campaign
fund does 30 for the purpose OF
debauching tho electorate. Pro-
bnblyi that's Mr.. Strother's feel.
ings and experience so far ne
he is individually concerned
hut his accusation does not fl
Other men of moral discrimina
tion and whose activities are
not. devoted entirely to peanut
|politics.
MIR. Strother has q perfect
right to measure his own corr
by his'own, half.bushel, but h,
canuctsapply.the same measure
to other mems especially to mel
of Judge Skeen,s character ant
standing. Wise Virginian
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Beautiful Dance.

Mrs. c. F. Blanton gave a
very delightful dance on last
Wednesday night at Collier
Hall in honor of her cousin,
Miss Fern Minor, of Birminp.
ham, and Miss Ruth McCluen,
of Bristol.
Those dancing were: Misses
Margaret Bullitt, Carolyne
Rhoads, Ann Mccormick, OF
Etowah, Tenn, Lillian Lloyd,
Anna Agee, Fern Minor, Vir-
ginia Beverley, Josephine Kel-
ly, Emily Bullitt, of Louisville,
Sarah Cochran, jesse McCor.
kle, Ruth and Clara Rucker, of
Washington. Messrs. w. H.
Policy, j. A, Goodloe, j. w.
Gaus, Harry Price, DR.. Bowyef
and Mr.. Finney, of Stonega, Sam
McCiuen, r. r.. Casper, B. E.
Furgerson, Frank Gaut, ofBris.
toi, George Moore, B yro \
Rhoads, Curtis Campbell, @
Hollenbech, G.. @. McPheror
and Vivion Mousar.
Between dances deliciou,
sandwiches and punch wa
served.
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Relic from Pound Gap.

Mr. Albert Jenkins sends us
a piece of timber from the
Pound Gap breast works, built
by the Boys in Gray in 1861.
He directs us to deliver the relic
to Majors. P. Mcconnell. In
his letter he saysrhe thinks that
If! j. Mcdonnell and George
@. Peters helped build t h Q
breast works. The works are
on the Kentucky side some
thirty steps from the Virginia
iine.-Gate City Herald.
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Currier- Wears.

MisslHazel Currier. daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. w. M. Ourrier,
of Ashville, N. O., and Mr.. Ed
ward Wears, of Wise, sprang u
huge surprise on their many
friends in this section last week
whenlit became known they
We're quietly married at the
brides rome the previous week.
The young lady's father was
formerly located at Glamorgani
whore he was interested in a
big lumber corporation, and the
groom is a son of Mr.. and Mrs.
o. M. Wears, of Wise.
The Post joins a host of
friends in wishing them "bonI
voyage
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1912-09-04

Isaac Whitaker, @ bad char
acter in the Eastern Kentucky
Mountains was shot through
the leg while trying to evade
arrest at the hands of deputy
sheriff Ingram, near Whites
burg, KY, last week. Whitta-
ker had broken away from his
guard some time ago, and off.
Ger Ingram came upon him and
ne ran q short distance, turned
and cornmsnced to throw rocks
when the officer fred several
shots. one taking effect in the
leg.
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Owing to q slight delay in
getting in bridge steelthe track
laying gang did not cross the
bridge at Lewis Rocks until
last Monday. The steel. will
easily reach Mouth of Rock,
house and maybe cross the
bridge above that place this
week. Hurry up and get to
town. We need Whites.
burg Eagle.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1912-09-04

Miss jamie Slesnp. slater of
Congressman Siemp, was via
tor in Bristol Wednesday en-
route from Chilhowie, Va,
where she has been visiting
Miss Virginia Greeyer, to heS
home at Big Stone Gap, Va
Bristol Herald Courier.
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At Roaring Fork, Va, the
Blackwood Coal and Coke Com.
pany is mining the celebrated
Red Bird steam coal, average
ANALYSIS shows.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1912-09-04

This mine is also electrically
operated, and the coal is under
cut with jeffrey 90 A Shortwall
Machines. Knoxville Trade
Journal.
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Mr.. Slernp.
Nominated at Bristol for
Congress. Over His
Protest.

Bristol, Tenn. Aug. 2s.-A,
the conclusion Of the stormIest
convention in the Ninth dis.
trict IN recent years, hsld here
today, the Republicans tonight
renominated G. Bascomb Slemp.
The excitement and wranpia.
lasting for nearly two hours,
was due to an effort to have the
name of Slemp withdrawn from
the convention, due to the fact
that three kilograms were re.
cetved from him during the day
IN which he stated that he did
not feel physically equal 20 the
task, owing to his strenuous
duties OF the past two or three
years, which had threatened
his health.
During the prolonged discus
sion, which continued until
1890 O'Clock tonight, the Bull
Mooses made efforts to bring
about the nomination of DIR. J..
Nj. Dougherty, of Scott county
His nomination was seconded
by several counties and efforts
were made to stampede the
convention in his behalf. But
for the fact that the Slemp men
would not withdraw the name
OF the congressman, Dougherty
might have won.
1t had been plain throughout
the day that the hope of the ad-
ministration men lay in Slemp,
that he could combine their
votes with enough of the Moos.
es to win. When, at HOO
O'Clock tonight it seemed to be
the fact that Slemp's name was
to remain before the conyen.
ton, there was no further
doubt what the result was to
be and only one ballot was ne
cessary. Slemp received on
this ballot, 40S of total of 674
votes, while Dougherty received
SO . votes. Slemp's nomina.
ton was then, upon motion of
Robert A. Anderson, of Smyti,
county, made unanimous.
DIR. Dougherty was called
upon for speech and he re.
sponded promptly, pledging his
nearly support, personally, to
Slemp, butlat the same time
saying that he will cast hisvote
for Roosevelt in November
His speeoh was received with
deafening cheers when he an.
nounced that he will suppor!
Slemp and with even more
noisy demonstration when be
declared for Roosevelt.
The following names were
placed before the convention nc
candidates of counties, follow,
ing the wrangle over whether
Slemp's name ehould be with
drawn: @. B. Slemp, of Wise
county, DR.. 5. M. Dougherty
of Scott county. Charles s. Pen.
dleton, of Scott county; George
w. Litz, of Wise county: j
Williamson McGavock, OF
Wythe county, and former
State Senator Roland Il. Chase,
of Dickinson county. Mr.. Nc.
Gavock's name was not voted
upon after he made his state.
mant on the floor: 81 would
rather see Slemp nominated
and reelected than to go my
self to the United States senate
or be elected president 4
thousand times"
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j. c. Bowen, of Tazewell,
was in town one day last week.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29

hands on himi I'll send him either up or down the river and place him in safe keeping where you can get him at any time you want"
 This must be done without vio- lence, John," stipulated Fentress-
 Certainly. I understand. Which shall 1t be-up or down rfver?"
 "CouId you take care of him for me below. at Natchez?" inquired Fentress-
 "As well there as anywhere.
 "Good!" said Fentress, and took his leave.
 Three-quarters of an hour slipped by, then, piercing the silence. Murreii heard a shrill whistle; 1t was twice repeated; he saw Bess go down to the landing again. A haif-hour elapsed and a man issued from the scattering growth of bushes that screened the shore. The newcomer crossed the clearing and entered the cabin. He was a young fellow or twenty-four or five, whose bronzed face wore a reckless expression
 Well, captain. what's doing? he asked.
 If anything's to be done, now IS the time. Hues. What have you 10
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29
POMFRET Tax Notice

A warrant having been issued to me for the collection of taxes levied ion hhe Grand List of the Town of Pom. Bret for the year 1911, and which are due on or before April l, 1912, aceor- din, to "ote of said town, Notice Is hert yg yen that for the purpose of coll. ting laid tax, will meet all per sons l. ~.e to pay property and per. sonal taxes at the following time and places:
 Elliott, April l, at store of T. S. Clapp, 30 a. m., to l.30 a. m.
 Abingdon, April2, at store of Andrew Sharpe, S.30 a. m., 10 1l.30 a. m, .,'and l D. m., to 2.30 D. m.
 Pomfret Landing, April 3rd. at store of H. Covell, 9 a. m 10 l2 m. Pomfrei Center, April I, at store of Averell & Aldrich, 9 a. m., to F m. Pomfret Street, April 5, at house of Andrew G. Williams, S.30 q m., to l2 m.
 Da ed at Pomfret, March $, 1912.
 N. 0. BALLARD,
 Tax Collector for Town of Pomfret. On all taxes remaining unpaid after April 30th, the legal fees and interest will be char sed. ta ss5.l
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29
CHAPTER XVII.
Tn. Juds. exs.nds HI. crsdss.

The Judge Extends He Credit.
 That afternoon Judge Price walked out to Belle Plain. Solomon Mahaffy had known that this was . civility Betty Malroy could by no means es- cape. He had been conscious of the judges purpose from the moment it existed in the germ state, and he had striven to divert him. but his striving had been in vain, for though the judge valued MT. Mahaiy because of certain sterling qualities which he professed to discern beneath the hard crust that made up the external man, he was not disposed to accept him as his mentor in nice matters of taste and gentlemanly feeling. He owed 1t to himself personally to tender his sympathy. Miss Mairoy must have heard something of the honorable part he had played; surely she could not be in ignorance of the fact that the lawless element, dreaGing his fur ther activities, had threatened him. She must know, too, about that re- ward of five thousand dollars. Ger 
 to the fact that he had met the sitn- ation with largeness of public spirit that was an impressive lesson to the entire community.
 These were all points over which he and Mahafy had wrangled, and he felt that his friend, in seeking to keep him away from Belle Plain, was standing squareiy in his light. He really could not understand Solomon or his objections. He pointed out that Norton had probably left will no one knew yet-probably his es- tate would go to his intended wife what more likely? He understood Norton had cousir0 somewhere in middle Tennessee-there was the at tractive possibility of extended iitigar ton. Miss Malroy needed . strong. clear brain to guide her past those dificulties his agile fancy assembled in her path. He beamed on his friend with . wide sunny smile.
 You mean she needs . lawyer, Price?" insinuated Mahaffy.
 That slap at me, Solomon. is un- worthy of you. Just name some one. will you, who has shown an interest comparable to mine? l may say have devoted my entire energy to her affairs, and with disinterestedness. have made myself felt. Will you men, tion who else these cutthroats have tried to browbeat and frighten? They know that my theories and concIu- sions are a menace to them, 1 got 'em in panic, sir-presentiy some
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29

lars for any information that will lead to his Identification
 Tom Ware was seated alone over his breakfast. He had left his bed as the pale morning light crept across the great fields that were alike his pride and his despair-what was the use of trying to sleep when sleep was an impossibility, lie was about to quit the table when big Steve en- tered the room to say there was a white fellow at the door,
 Fetch him along in here," said Ware
 ciled note from Murrell. When he was gone, the planter ordered his horse.
 AS Ware rode away from Belle Plain he cursed Murrell under his breath. His own inclination toward evil was never robust; he could have conniyed over long period of years to despoil Betty of her property, but murder and abduction was quite an- other thing
 Three miles from Belle Plain he en- tered bridle path that led toward the river. A growth of small timber was standing along the waters edge, but as he drew nearer, those better ments which the resident of that lonely spot had seen fit to make for his own convenience, came under his scrutiny; these consisted of log cabin and several lesser sheds.
 Landing, he advanced toward the cabin. As he did so he saw two wom- en at work heckling flax under an open shed They were the wife and daughter of George Hicks, his over seer's brother.
 Morning, Mrs. Hicks" he said, ad- dressing himself to the mother, hulking ruffian of a woman. Any body with the captain?"
 Colonel Fentress is.'
 "Humph!" muttered Ware. He moved to the door of the cabin and entered the room where Murreil and Fentress were seated facing each other across the breakfast table.
 Well. what the devil do you want of me, anyhowf" demanded the planter.
 ''How's your sister, Tom?" inquired Murren.
 'I reckon she's the way you'd ex- pect her to be-" Ware dropped his voice to a whisper.
 John, you'll ruin yourself with your damned crazy infatuation!" 1t was Fentress who spoke
 No, I won't, colonel, but Pm not going to discuss that. All l want is for Tom to go to Memphis and stay there for couple of days. When he comes back Belle Plain and it's nig- gers will be as good as his. l am go- ing to take the girl away from there tonight. How soon can you get away from here, Tom?" he asked abruptly.
 By God, can't go too soon!" cried the planter, staggering to his feet. He gave Fentress hopeless beaten look. You're my witness that first and last I've no part in thisl'
 The colonel shrugged his shoulders. Murrell reached out hand and rest ed it on Wares arm.
 Keep your wits, Tom, and within a week people will have forgotten all about Norton and your sister. l am going to give them something else to worry over"
 Ware went from the cabin.
 h1,. hou are you ready for him If can get my
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29
Something New

The people have found out thaa 1 have sold few fine farms in Windham County, lot of handy wagons and also deliver Chase Bros Go. nursery stock, which l personally guarantee. Thanking you for youk kindness and hoping to do more satis- factory business. Yours truly, A. E. RANDALL, Putnam. Tel. 10 ring { Office over Keith's Express Office.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29

port of rife. The shock of the bull let sent the young fellow staggering back among the messy and myrtle covered graves.
 For a moment no one grasped what had happened, only there was Norton who seemed to grope strangely among the graves. He had fallen now. Even as the shadows deepened he was aware that Betty was coming swiftly toward him.
 I'm shot" he said, speaking with diff ficulty
 "Charley-Charley- she moaned, slipping her arms about him and gathering him to her breast.
 He looked up into her face.
 Its all over" he said, but as much in wonder as in fear. But knew you could come to me-dear-" he added in a whisper.
 She felt a shudder pass through him. He did not speak again.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29
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Putnam patriot., 1912-03-29
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