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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1906
Page
3
In town this week H. H. Hale visits. Brief notes record return of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Nelson from a bridal trip, and other local movements. Also promotes Foley's Kidney Cure via S. E. Richardson and local trades in clothing, shoes, and millinery with ads for tax collection and spring remedies.
Public notice states we are not responsible for non genuine Poley's Honey and Tar substitutes. It cautions imitation products may contain opiates while Foley's Honey and Tar in the yellow package is claimed safe with no opiates. Sold by S. E. Richardson.
Mr Roland Callis and Miss Ollie Forrest were married at Salem Church on Wednesday night last. The entry notes updates on local residents with illnesses and social events, including a quilting party hosted by Mrs W W Morgan and concerns about fruit damage from recent cool weather.
Mr. Claude Brooks of Newport News spent Easter with his sister Mrs. Hubert in Baltimore. Her mother Mrs. Brooks of Mathews joined, staying weeks. A large supper hosted by Mrs Mason honored Brooks drawing many young locals. Brooks enjoyed sightseeing and evenings of amusement. he made friends, though his stay was brief. Mrs. Hubert's popularity in Baltimore grew from the visit.
Mrs McCrum of Brooklyn New York visiting Mrs J D White fell while exiting a store and broke both tibia and fibula. Doctor C M Rains attended. Rains had just returned from Norfolk aiding Hawkins' son an appendectomy. Mrs Walter Gayle traveled to Cumberland to see her ill father. Rev Remagen to preach at Oak Grove Church on the 26th for Mob jack. Ledge No 2731 C O F Anniversary Day. Vet.
Susans reports the death of Captain C Diggs after a lengthy illness. He is remembered as a kind husband and father, a good neighbor, and a devoted church member. The funeral is scheduled for Thursday the 26th at 2 30 PM at the Friends Church conducted by Rev. Frank Hall and Rev. W L Ware. May blessings rest upon the bereaved.
Notice to taxpayers. Saturday May 5 is the last day to pay poll tax to qualify for the November election. Please be prompt and settle before that time. J. J. Beurxe, Treasurer.
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