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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
2
The Che Journal explains submission deadlines for correspondents and declares rates for obituaries reservations and resolutions, paid notices and campaign communications. It notes five cents per line for obituaries and resolutions and ten cents per line for reading notices with contract rates on application.
The annual fair of the South Agricultural Association shifts to October 21 and 22 after board discussion. The move aims to accommodate farmers harvesting oats and hay and oyster industry activity, with racing features tailored to expected entries. Prominent speakers Harry S. Tucker Henry C. Stuart and Wm Hodges Mann are featured as gubernatorial hopefuls. The notice urges every county resident to attend for the largest fair yet.
The State press shows little regard for Meredith backing Taft in the upcoming election. Meredith has not supported Bryan in prior campaigns, and no one should assume his current stance signals a party realignment.
The annual regatta in Northver will be held on August ized. Events include water sports and sailing races with two classes open to all boats under 42 feet. Prizes include a captain’s prize and other awards for top finishers.
A regatta with power boat and swimming events is scheduled at Dixon Dale wharf starting at noon with contestants arriving by 10 a.m. The first prize is a silver cup, second prize a dory compass, and a silver cap for power boats. Ice cream sales aid the Kings Daughters charity.
Batesville Indiana resident A S Nashum recounts a three month summer cold that hurt his business. He tried several medicines with little relief until Foley's Honey and Tar cured him quickly. His wife has also used it successfully. Sold by all druggists.
At a Monday board meeting the South Side Agricultural Association moved the fair from September 7 to October 6 21 22. Educational day opens with orator Harry Tucker, farmer’s day features Henry Stuart, and veterans day honors Judge Wm Hodges Mann. The group plans a full program with Dr Thomas Lane and urges teachers, scholars, farmers, and Confederate camps to attend the event.
An advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar provides immediate relief for asthma and lung troubles, curing many cases that resisted other treatments. It asserts the product contains no harmful drugs and is sold by all druggists.
The Tabernacle meeting begun August 3 concluded Monday amid strong revival. At least seventy five conversions and reconciliations occurred despite heavy rain. Rev Walter S Parker of Park View Church Portsmouth VA led services with strong sermons and warmth. Rev E J Moffitt of East Middlesex contributed songs and exhortation. Mathews and East WS circuits pastors aided throughout.
Editor and readers urged consolidation to improve county education in Mathews. Gen A. Jordan of Cardinal, VA, praises Supt Kern’s book Among Country Schools and outlines steps: centralized schools, better paid teachers, longer terms, and broader funding. He highlights outdoor art, school gardens, libraries, consolidation, and training as keys to rural progress.
Charles W. Porter a leading King and Queen county figure dies at his son in laws home near Stevensville on August 1. He served as sheriff for four years and treasurer for thirty two years plus two years as deputy before resigning. Funeral at Providence M E church with Masonic honors. The Journal extends sympathy to his relatives.
Advice claims most appendicitis victims are constipated and promotes Poley's Ovino Laxative to cure chronic constipation by stimulating liver and bowels. It states Foley's Ovino Laxative is mild and pleasant with no nausea or griping and urges to refuse substitutes, sold by all druggists.
The Washington Herald calls for a Poe monument in Richmond to honor his literary genius and centenary, dismissing objections tied to his morality. The piece argues memory will fade his flaws while his writing stature endures.
Gloucester notes list residents and guests visiting area households. Names include Mrs W R Rock Miss Gertrude Camm Mrs Holt Pages and many others visiting at Summerville Eagle Point Sherwood and Mount Pleasant with travels to Halifax Great Barrington and New York.
An advertisement urges readers that Foley's Kidney Remedy can stop irregularities and cure kidney or bladder troubles within reach of medicine. Sold by all Drs.
The Thrice-A-Week World promises impartial, fearless political news as it anticipates a U S presidential election this year. Subscriptions offer daily-approx coverage at $1 per year for 156 pages, with a combined offer of The Matthews Journal for $1.65 per year.
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