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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1910
Page
7
Jim Browning arrives with his wife at the Nelson farm to claim respect and safety. Seth Nelson confronts the couple with a shotgun but Jim disarms him and declares they will not be bullied. Nelson finally agrees they may stay and work on the farm, ending with a cautious welcome.
Walter Gilbert, a colored man previously jailed for larceny and confined at Williamsburg lunatic asylum, was recaptured in Richmond after a wild chase through the city and into corn fields. He fought officers Captain Wright and Policeman Waymack, injuring Wright before surrender.
Baltimore Chief of Police Farnan warned Umpire Byron after a Rochester Baltimore game sparked a near riot. Farnan informed Byron that any future decisions provoking disturbance would bar him from umpiring in the city. Byron planned to inform President Powers, but Farnan insisted on orderly conduct and double umpires today.
Mrs W A King of 815 West Clay Avenue Richmond Virginia says she suffered chronic loins pain and back twinges until Doan's Kidney Pills cured her. The advertisement claims the pills relieve backache kidney troubles and urinary disorders by acting directly on the kidneys. Available from dealers or by mail 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A Virginia farmer and resident says he plans to vote for Judson Harmon in Ohio, praising Harmon as a decisive, fair leader. He notes Virginia farmland selling at about $50 an acre, good crops, and his satisfaction with Virginia while predicting a Democratic win in Ohio.
Report notes that no official figures are released yet by the Census Bureau but suggests Fairfax County shows notable growth from the recent census. The brief indicates anticipation of population data and regional impact on services and planning.
Fairfax County is predicted to rival the largest counties in the Eighth District and is praised for progress. A Loudoun Mirror report condemns Rev. William Wasson of New York for advocating saloon licenses at a Winchester event, noting a vestry demand for his resignation from Riv erhead.
The Ports mouth Star notes Virginia exceeded prior history in tuberculosis control, as stated by the State Anti Tuberculosis Association, showing decisive yearly progress when there is will. The Washington County Journal urges voters to support Henry Stuart, criticizing Slemp for broken promises and opposition to the people.
Chief Judge William H. Thomas in Circuit Court ordered Anne Arundel County to appoint three women among the six Annapolis school trustees. The decision upholds the action of Robert Moss John R. Stranze and Louis B. Henkel who sued the commissioners after they renamed only three male senior trustees this year.
AYork Woman’s Department shares a method to broil fresh tomato slices with skin on. Slices are seasoned with pepper and salt, dipped in butter or oil then crumbs, broiled until just softened, and kept intact. Also includes notes on mourning colors and a scene of a wife awaiting news, plus a recipe for sweetbreads with mushrooms in a rich cream sauce.
Harper's Bazar recipe for a rich butter sugar cake with almonds and optional icing. Also notes on sewing bag embroidery and simple home crafts like book cover repurposing, stenciling lampshades, and repurposing muslin curtains. Includes a domestic anecdote about Mrs Ackroyd halted by whooping cough detaining travel plans.
Notes on infant development from birth to walking with cautions on forcing walking. Tips on cleaning nickel, proper shoe fit for children, heel height guidance, gooseberry relish recipe, cold clam broth serving with whipped cream, and salted crackers.
Nine year old Henry Rucker Jr son of Mr and Mrs Henry Rucker of 606 Beverly Street Richmond was drowned in the canal between Sixth and Seventh Streets after 6 pm while playing under a trestle of the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad A train overhead may have frightened him Several bystanders tried to rescue him but he was swept under the trestle and drowned His funeral is set for tomorrow afternoon at St Andrews Episcopal Church.
In Wilkes Barre Pa special report claims Floyd Kroh of the Chicago Nationals pitched for Danville in a Susquehanna League game against Bloomburg last Saturday under the alias McHale. Danville officials ordered proof within 24 hours that Kroh was not the pitcher. Spectators wagered heavily on the outcome.
The Esperanto Congress in Washington awarded top honors to W. A. Vogler of Hamburg with a ten dollar dek dolaros check. Medals and books went to W. L. Church Boston Margaret Maisch Philadelphia Elwood Clark Worcester and E Senor Hall Cleveland. Miss Henkel Dresden pinned the prizes and winners shouted Parolu. The meeting then discussed creating an international governing body.
Washington reports two new outfielders ahead of season end Warren Miller who showed strong progress with Scranton in the New York State League and Ralston the Akron star purchased by Washington for 3500 dollars. Scout Mike Kahoe praises Miller’s 25 percent improvement and Padden and others rave about Ralston’s talent. A fan calls Ralston a potential second Ty Cobb.
Judge Haas of Page Circuit Court ruled in 1920s era dispute over Broad Street Church property. The orthodox wing received possession after years of division over missionary work and church activities. the dedication of the Regular Baptist Church followed.
East Twenty second Street Station faces a case of a forty horse power touring car involved in a Sunday chase. Po Heeman Napier found the vehicle abandoned near the Hebrew Organization Aid Society on East Thirty first Street and Second Avenue. A chase earlier that day crossed several avenues, with officers trying to stop reckless driving. The car bears license 34 993 N Y, unrecorded by police, and a Panama hat was found in a rear seat.
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