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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1912
Page
4
The Journal notes weekly Thursday publication and lists pricing and editor owner details. It mentions obituaries, word limits, and rates for longer notices, along with advertising and copy services and a Wednesday 10 am forms deadline. The editorial notes heavy news content and a decision to consign editorial copy to the waste basket for the week.
The County School Board met at Mathews C. H. on Tuesday to settle with the treasurer and review district accounts. They pledged support to the school fair, authorize uniform grading across all county schools, require teachers to mark pupils in figures on all reports, and designate two school fair days as the holidays. Disinfection of schools before opening was urged and start dates left to each district board.
Delegates from adjoining counties attended the Rappahannock Association last week with many visitors enjoying the reception and entertainment. Key sessions featured reports on foreign missions and home missions, sermons, and discussions on Sunday schools. Obituaries for Judge A B Evans and others were read, and temperance talks drew emphasis during Thursday discussions.
A National Progressive convention unfolds with delegates gathering amid ongoing political activity. The event marks the first National Convention of the party commonly known as Hail Moose, as supporters advance their platform across multiple states.
Ex-Senator Albert Beveridge was elected temporary chairman and likely to be permanent chairman. Colonel Roosevelt addressed the convention on Tuesday and was enthusiastically received. It is conceded that Roosevelt will head the ticket with Governor Hiram Johnson of California likely in second place.
An advertising line touts Buckten's Arnica salve as a remedy for piles It also claims to ease itching irritation inflammation and swelling and offers comfort. The copy further promotes it as a healer for burns boils ulcers cuts bruises eczema scalds pimples and skin eruptions available for 3 cents at all druggists.
Robert D. Smith aged 23 of Richmond Virginia accidentally shot himself while cleaning a pistol at his residence Thursday and died the same evening. A house party guest at Mrs Zimmerman’s near Bohannon, he recently married Lillian E. West of Richmond in Elizabeth City North Carolina. Mrs Smith was visiting friends in Stamton at the time.
An old advertisement touts Chamber lin's Linament to treat lame backs. It recommends applying twice daily and massaging the affected areas fully for quick relief, noting it is available from all dealers.
The New Point Development Corp announces Old Dominion S S Co steamers depart Day-Life wharf at 3 pm on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday each week. Travelers are urged to use this service which reaches Old Point about forty minutes after leaving Day-Side.
Local note quotes M E Gebhardt of Oriole Pa praising Chamberlin's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy in a testimonial. Ad copy states the product is for sale by all dealers and claims it is superior.
A communication to Sheriff Jno. E. Miller from Hon. B O. James Secretary of the Commonwealth states that the congressional primary for the First District will be held on August 24 and authorizes preparations.
The Gloucester county tournament drew a large crowd with L C Catlett delivering the charge to knights. Winners include Henry Sinclair Hampton J S Cooke J C Phillips and Jeff Sinclair Gloucester. The high jump was won by Turner Welcher on Height of jump five ft two inches with Dabney second and Sinclair third. A Gloucester versus Mobjack baseball game ended 6 6 after a foul ball dispute halted play in the sixth.
Miss Ella Miller, a popular young woman, was assaulted while riding home when a man hid in a corn field dragged her into a shed and threatened her with a pistol. The assailant fled as bloodhounds searched, with authorities offering rewards totaling at least 2000 dollars.
A testimonial from T. D. Peebles of Henry Tenn. claims six bottles of Electric Bitters restored his strength and appetite after stomach, liver, and kidney troubles, along with nerve and fatigue symptoms. The ad urges readers to try the remedy at their local druggist.
The Congressman spoke to a large enthusiastic crowd in Gloucester on Monday and received a warm reception in Norfolk News where he spoke last week.
Ernest Hurst of Tabernacle and Lillian Forrest of Diggs were married Thursday morning at Central M E church parsonage by Rev. L J Phaup. The couple left by Norfolk steamer for Hampton to begin married life.
Locals are urged to visit the Journal Office news stand for a closing season sale starting the 26th inst. All goods not keepable are sacrificed including low shoes laces embroideries lawns fans parasols ladies umbrellas dusters blue serge suits summer silks linens straw hats millinery thin coats and summer underwear. Millinery as low as 25 cents on the dollar. Men’s low shoes selling out quickly. G. S. Marchant urges prompt purchase. Rub-My-Tism advertised as a cure.
ELE Youngs of E Berkshire Vermont writes of chronic constipation and indigestion being relieved by Dr King s New Life Pills described as an excellent remedy for stomach liver or kidney troubles. Price is 25 cents at all druggists.
By virtue of executions in my hands in favor of WP. Graves Alexandria Virginia versus Amos Renier will on Saturday August 16 offer for sale at public auction Crickett Hill Virginia at 11 a m the schooner Nettie Sheriff Joux E Milver.
Notice states J Henry Thompson Retz in Va offers grinding and selling meat hominy and other related items. He also grinds graham flour, advertised as a healthy food, and solicits patronage.
A formal letter from the Commission of Fisheries warns delinquent tenants to pay oyster ground rents immediately or face stakes being pulled and shad thrown out. If stakes are not removed by August 15, 1912, a police boat will be sent to enforce removal.
Hon William A Jones speaks to Mathews voters on Saturday August 16 at 2 p m in support of his Congressional nomination. He is described as a forceful speaker and well informed on major issues, urging all voters to attend.
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