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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1910
Page
6
A letter discusses how American women generally thank men who give up seats on streetcars and subways, noting two exceptions. The writer cites polite European influence and proposes men offer seats politely. A second piece critiques the practicality and symbolism of the black rose as a gift.
The Black Death began in China around 1233 and traveled via the caravan route to Tauris and Constantinople, reaching Europe in 1248. It raged for 26 years with a death toll estimated at least 25,000,000, often fatal within a day, featuring burning thirst and horrific symptoms.
Mrs. Sarah T. Nelson d Utassy of New York questions an annulment granted by Justice Blanchard for a marriage in August 1897 at the Little Church Around the Corner. The man claimed she was Sarah E. Nelson d Utassy. she says she never met nor married him and notes her late husband Gen. Charles P F d Utassy died in 1892.
A historical note discusses the invention of a natural black rose and its impact on floriculture. It highlights the novelty of a true black rose, its potential fragrance, and the value of horticultural hybrids like Burbanks. The piece defends scientific gardening as progress rather than defiance of nature.
A North Carolina senator introduces a joint resolution for a constitutional amendment to remove the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction over suits against states. The move aims to shield North Carolina from foreign and other states’ claims on repudiated securities, citing long standing state sovereignty and comity concerns.
The New York World notes a British and American suffrage campaigner planning to run as a candidate in Paris during the May elections. It portrays a nonviolent, stylish French campaign aimed at attracting attention without riots or jail threats, and asks what French manners will do for this spectacle and for campaign ethics worldwide.
A New York Times excerpt lauds twentieth century sanitarians in Panama noting the shift from chronic yellow fever to rare occurrences. The piece highlights living with the disease under mosquito bars and no drastic quarantines, with soldiers and doctors achieving progress post Spanish American War.
The Carl family of Reading reports seventeen of twenty children died, many from marasmus, with parents blaming witchcraft and powwow doctors. They cite a 28 year old daughter who died and others who worsened after treatments. Doctors dispute witchcraft claims and note tuberculosis in some cases.
An explanation of which U.S. money forms count as legal tender and in what amounts. It notes that gold certificates, silver certificates, and national bank notes are not legal tender between individuals, while silver dollars have no limit for payment, and greenbacks are accepted in practice. Treasury notes from 1890 are legal tender to face value, and foreign coins are prohibited as legal tender.
A legendary French general quipped that omelets cannot be made with the eggs of a defeated army when pressed about heavy losses in a battle. His remark framed a broader critique of flawed strategic thinking and resource expectations.
On the President Lincoln steamer the crew freed Gibby the elephant from a hesitant to move box. A Russian bearhound lured the beast into the lift as others strained on deck. Once aboard the pier the animals, including camels and others, were landed after a tense, comic effort.
Evening at Nearswelle apartments shows neighbors making music while a man, Mr. Tomlinson, declares a band issue in his head. His wife Maggie flees as he screams notes in key of A major and he is taken to Central Hospital for the Musical Insane, where he remains convinced he is an orchestra.
The new accounting system will provide accurate estimates reducing overcosts. It lowers clerical work and expenses while boosting economy through shop rivalry and thorough material accounting. Standard comparisons with private firms and external yards will be possible and depreciation assessment planned.
In Baltimore near Dauid Hill Park a man pushes a baby carriage reading a book. A woman calls Henry from a nearby home, then reveals Harriet's dad has been wheeled all afternoon and the baby should get a turn.
In a California town Sam Berger manager of James J. Jeffries questioned residents about holding a prize fight. A police officer warned that such an event is against the law and cannot be allowed, while Berger retorted that his public appearance might be a misdemeanor.
A reflection on the loneliness of high office and the difficulty of meeting the people on equal terms. The piece likens presidental presence to stilts, noting Taft as a near exception in reaching the public. It discusses public perception, accessibility, and the need for honest friendship toward the president.
The Salina Journal argues that Dr Cook rides a cycle of praise then resentment toward newspapers. When unpleasant truths emerge the so called Dr Cooks forget past favors and attack editors and reporters, or cancel subscriptions, ending with a harsh, public rejection.
The article notes Denmark as a compact Baltic country with soil and climate suited to agriculture. It describes how Danes established cooperative marketing for farm produce to curb living costs, with creameries, dairies, and packing houses run cooperatively. Danish food exports to England reach nearly 100 million dollars annually in butter, eggs, and bacon, despite high population density.
Francis C. Henry of Chicago argues absentee landlords harm rural education by leasing to former owners, depriving districts of taxes to hire qualified teachers. He cites examples of underpaid teachers and 500 underperforming schoolrooms, urging farmers to own farms and hire teachers locally.
The passage explains why we end letters with certain closings. It traces origins to Roman wax tablets and the term sinecera meaning without wax, then contrasts sincere faithful truly and various cultural equivalents in English French and Chinese letter closings.
A New York Sun opinion argues that sight and hearing have clear vocabularies while taste and smell lack standard terms. It urges chemists and related fields to develop a rough, scientific smell classification and a non profane descriptive vocabulary to enable precise communication in science and daily life.
Seaboard engineers call off meetings with railway officials after failing to reach a readjustment agreement. The executive committee of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers halted talks. F B Burgess, from Cleveland, is to confer with Seaboard General Manager Aix.
A short fragment notes a man who claims to have gone a year without drink, mentioning a noble man and a brewery wagon in a clipped, uncertain line. The readable text hints at a personal resilience anecdote without full context or clear outcome.
A discussion quotes a dramatist on evolution in gender roles and the imagined path of women becoming intellectually equal to men. It weighs nature’s limits, environment shaping types, and notes notable heroines and Portia as aspirational benchmarks for society and the press.
The New York World notes a Western city board of education selecting 40 poems for pupil memorization. New inclusions like Wynken Blynken and Nod and The Battle Hymn of the Republic appear alongside changes reflecting modern tastes, while many older favorites are omitted from the list.
The President sent to the Senate the names of Virginians appointed to the army and navy. Second lieutenants in the Coast Artillery are Cary Robinson Wil e son, Richard Stearnes, and Edward Stuart Harrison. Harry E. Jenkins is named as a naval assistant surgeon.
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