Misc. Items from the Manassas Gazette 1901 (Prince William Co., Virginia) ---------------------------------------------------------- November 22, 1901 William Dibble, the colored barber, has sold out his business and left town. Mrs. Lossie Glascock, living near Haymarket, this county, died on Sunday last at the age of 63. Miss Julia Lewis, daughter of Mrs. H. B. Lewis, who has been quite sick for several weeks past, is able to out. Mr. Ira E. Cannon, contractor, commenced work on Mr. CIras. Amos's residence, near the courthouse, last week. Mr. Jno. A. Cannon has closed a contract with Mr. E. B. White of Leesburg, Va., for a $25,000 residence in the suburbs of Leesburg. On Sunday, Nov. 10, the dwelling of Mr. Ellis R. Holsinger at Brentsville, together with its contents were burned. No insurance. Little Blache Ransdell, who has been at the hospital for several weeks, has been suffering from an attack of whooping cough, but is doing well. Mr. P. P. Chapman had a severe hemorrhage of the lungs on Wednesday last. Mr. Chapman is in the prime of life and will with care easily rally from the attack. The furniture of Mr. W. R. Myers arrived here this week, and Mr. Myers has been busy preparing his new house for occupancy. Mrs. Myers and children will arrive next week. The remains of Mr. Walter Driver the flagman who was burned to death in the wreck last Friday, were prepared for burial by Undertaker Baker and sent to the home of the deceased in the valley for interment. Mrs. Hart will give an entertainment in Nicol's Hall Nov. 28. Admission 15 and 10 cents. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., performances at 8. Come one, come all, and see the funny cake walk, the floral cantatas, Brownie school, and recitations and many funny songs. Mr. George C. Round has sold another small farm from his "Caneer" estate near Mitchell's ford. This time twenty-five acres to N. R. Randolph of Philadelphia for $15.00 per acre. Also a lot on Grant Avenue near the courthouse, 75x200, to Mr. J. B. T. Thornton. Price $400. At a meeting of the county electoral board, Saturday, Nov. 16, the following school trustees were reelected: James R. Hensey, Dumfries district; S. B. Stonnell, Occoquan; S. R. Lowe, Coles; W. T. Allen, Brentsville; Jno. L. Payne, Manassas, and Wm. H. Brown, Gainesville. Mr. Jno. H. Nelson of the district bar has moved to Manassas and opened a law office in the building now occupied by Messrs Cox & Meredith. Mr. Nelson is a good business man, who, besides being a graduate in law, has had several years experience with one of the best business lawyers in the state. Mr. Manton Meetze, who went to Garfield Hospital, Washington, D. C., some time ago, to undergo an operation, has about recovered, and has returned to his home near Brentsville. Mr. Meetze has been noted among the sick for several months and his many friends are glad to learn of the improvement in his condition. The pupils of Mrs. J. T. Hart, assisted by a few friends, gave an excellent recital in Nicol's hall on Friday evening last. The absence of several who were expected to take part necessarily caused the prgramme to shortened, but the performance of the pupils in attendance was very good. Among the performers were Miss Fanny Johnson, whose singing was much enjoyed by all present; Miss Marrie Larrick, who rendered several delightful instrumental numbers, and Miss Portia Moran, whose violin solo was well received. Mrs. Hart's junior pupils also helped to make the programme a success. Among them were Misses Louise Longwell, Virginia Iden and Stewart Hynson. The singing by Mrs. Hart added greatly to the programme. On Thursday of last week we understand a large section in lower Prince William, known as the "Neck" was burned over. A church, school house and fencing, large tracts of timber, ties and cordwood were burned. among the losers are Messrs W. A. Wimsatt, R. B. Moorman, Dennis Colbert and others. We learn that the loss is estimated to exceed $10,000. November 22, 1901 Mrs. Jas. R. Dorrell in on a visit to relatives and friends in Baltimore. Miss Magdalene Schweyer of Pennsylvania is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Morgan Morey on Centre street. Mrs. Yates Merchant paid a two day's visit to Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Free, Jr., of Nokesville, this week. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Spieden of Washington, were guests of Mrs. Spieden's parents, Capt. and Mrs. E. Nelson, this week. Miss Elenea P. Herrell has gone to Richmond for a few days. Her sister, Miss Janie, is filling her place at the Ruffner school. Mrs. Robt. Gibson of upper Prince William was a guest at the home of her brother, Mr. T. O. Taylor, during Saturday and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hutchison and children of Loudoun county were guests of Mrs. T. O. Taylor, on Sunday last. Miss Lottie Shirley, who for some months past has been visiting at the home of her uncle, Mr. Simonds, returned to her home in Warrenton on Sunday. Mr. Watson Krusen and Miss Katharine H. Cornell of near Philadelphia, Pa., have been visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. K. Mitchell, near town. Mr. James Bryant and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams of Alexandria, attended the funeral of there brother-in-law, Mr. John Colbert on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. I. N. H. Beahm of Pennsylvania, who formerly resided at Brentsville, is visiting the family of her brother-in-law, Prof. J. C. Beahm, at Brentsville. The condition of Prof. I. N. H. Beahm, who has been confined to his bed for several years is such that his friends feel much encouraged. NEWS FROM OCCOQUAN Fire broke out upon the farm of Mr. George Davis of Fairfax, Va., on the night of Monday last, completely destroying his barn, stock and feed—all save his residence. The loss is heavy. His daughter, Mrs. Calla Davis, bravely fought the flames, receiving injury thereby. Mr. Davis was ill at the time. Dr. C. Lee Starkweather has returned after a pleasant visit to New York and Pennsylvania. He attended the celebration of his father's 80th birthday anniversary, meeting about 80 of his father's venerable friends. he was again a boy among them, enjoying to its uttermost the happy reunion. Mrs. Coffer Ledman has opened a meat shop on Mill street, much to the satisfaction of our town people. Mr. Oliver Underwood is repairing his house on Commerce street. May our town grown in improvement. Dr. Bain's sermon on Sunday last was highly enjoyable. He preached from the book of Romans. Mr. Merton Sanborn has removed to his new residence adjoining "Lincoln," the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Z. Sanborn. Mr. Daniel Bryan of "Tansill Farm," has accepted a business position in the District of Columbia employment, where he will shortly remove his residence. Miss Cordelia Janney and Mr. Alwin Johnson witnessed the football game of Georgetown college on Saturday last. Prof. Plummer and Mr. J. A. Ayres visited Fairfax C. H. on Sunday last. Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Brashears spent several days in Washington last week. Mr. I. E. Youngblood and son of Sioux Falls, S. D., were here last week inspecting land, for the purpose of purchasing a farming location. They were guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Brashears. Prof. Plummer's throat trouble enables him to again enjoy life. He has returned from a flying visit to Washington. Mrs. Stewart Lambert spent several days in Washington last week. Mrs. John Dawson of Washington spent several days with her son, Mr. Lindsay Dawson. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Dawson has been very ill. Mr. and Mrs G. D. Selecman and family have returned to their home in Gordonsville, Va. Mrs. Belle Parkins, postmistress at Landsdown, Va., is the guest of Mr. And Mrs. B. H. Brashears. Misses Ethel Davis and Dot Brenner will visit Washington next week. Miss Maggie Milstead has returned from Baltimore, Md. 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