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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1912
Page
4
The Journal outlines obituaries up to 100 words free for subscribers with beyond 100 words charged at five cents per line. Advertising job notices and news copy are prepared on request. Forms close Wednesday at 10 a.m. The paper operates Thursdays and costs $1.00 per year in advance. Editor and owner is WwW. M. Minter.
In a decisive majority the First District voters chose the experienced representative after twenty two years of service. The community lauds his proven record and believes his future efforts will further benefit the district and reflect credit upon himself.
The Journal commends the campaign between Jones and Suxton for high minded conduct. It condemns personal abuse and vilification, praising both candidates for a gentlemanly contest focused on issues.
The people of Newport News gave Mr. S. R. Buxton a large majority in Saturday’s election proving clean living and fair dealings win over locals. It notes that even a capable rival like Mr. Jones could not hinder Buxton’s esteem in his own town.
In a prior editorial we noted the need to contribute to the Democratic Campaign and that Governor Wilson has decided the money of interests shall not be received by campaign managers. The expenses will be borne by plain people supporting his candidate.
A group of prominent agriculturists will come by Old Dominion steamers to Math C H on September 6 at 10 a.m. to discuss soil improvement, crop yields, potato growing and hog raising. Speakers include Commissioner Geo W Koiner Jr Mayo Johnson and Sprowl. A similar meeting is planned for Gloucester C H on Thursday of the department.
Campaign contributions received and to be remitted to the Democratic Campaign Fund are listed. Amounts include Mathews Journal two dollars and fifty cents and Percival Hicks as part of the ongoing receipts.
The Interdenominational Association of Ty in Virginia will begin its annual camp meeting on Ist. Rev. E. T. Nowanivis and other leaders are expected to attend as part of the opening events at Mathews C. in the Rev. E. T. area.
Pure Wesleyan doctrine and strong gospel preaching offered daily for twelve or more days at 7 and 8 PM. Pastors singers and workers of all denominations are invited to participate in the glory of God and the salvation of souls. Communicated.
Notice announces the Lane- Diges Camp C V will meet on the first Saturday in September instead of the usual second Saturday to allow preparations for the September 11 unveiling event.
Mr Hugh Muire of Streets and Miss Belle Jones of Sames wed at the Baptist parsonage in Churchview on Saturday. The Nor thern Neck camp meeting at Kirkland Grove near Heathsville proceeds with strong attendance this week. State Fish Commissioner W McDonald Lee, recently in Europe, reports improved health after his trip and time in Switzerland. Major-General Smith Bolling of Petersburg, commanding the Virginia division United Confederate Veterans, schedules the next annual Virginia Division meeting in Pulaski City on Sept 25 26 and 27 with four brigades and 125 camps to mobilize their commanders.
Readers are offered a $100 reward if Hall's Catarrh Cure fails to cure catarrh. The preparation is described as constitutional, taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces, and claimed to build the constitution. Testimonials are requested, with address to F. J. Chenney & Co. in Toledo Ohio.
The public is invited to a revival at Westville Baptist Church starting Sunday September 1 at 1 am. Speaker Bro J S Jones of Gladys Virginia is described as a powerful gospel preacher who preaches the pure doctrine of God and the New Testament. Jones, a Virginia native and Richmond College BA graduate with Louisville Seminary study, is also noted as an excellent singer aiding the sermons.
M E Gebhardt of Oriole Pennsylvania reports that Chamberlins Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy cured diarrhea with a single dose. The ad claims there is nothing better and notes the product is for sale by all dealers.
The New Point Development Corp announces Old Dominion Steamship Co steamers depart Bay-Side wharf at 3 PM on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday each week. The service promises 45 minute travel to Old Point, inviting traveling public to patronize the line.
Testimonials from T. D. Peebles of Henry Tenn claim six bottles of Electric Bitters restored strength and appetite after stomach, liver, and kidney troubles. The ad asserts the remedy aids all and costs 50 cents at druggists.
William A. Jones defeats Hon. Samuel R. Buxton for the Democratic nomination in the First District by about 3009 votes in a light turnout. Buxton carried Newport News by 176, Warwick County by 70, while Jones swept remaining counties and cities including Gloucester 198 to 64, Middlesex 181 to 43, Mathews 218 to 71, Saxon 71. The district voting was generally light and Jones supporters expected victory.
Advertisement asserts ill health stems from impaired digestion. Chamberlin's Tablets strengthen digestion, invigorate the liver, and regulate bowels, ending the misery of faulty digestion. Claims permanent cures and urges readers to try the remedy from all dealers.
The funeral for Mrs. Marie Louise Parrott Rutherford, 40, wife of Rev William Rutherford, was conducted at the village Baptist church by Rev F A Folkes of Gloucester with five brothers presiding. Burial followed in Trinity cemetery. body later taken to Mathews Virginia for Rey A F Johnson funeral rites.
The Gloucester Mathews Bank Inc board on July 1 1912 resolved to amend its charter by changing the name to The Bank of Mathews Inc and to reduce issued capital from 50000 to 25000 dollars by retirement of up to 250 shares. A stockholder meeting on July 11 1912 approved the resolution unanimously. The document is witnessed and notary certified in Mathews Virginia with official signatures and seal.
Known as the Kreeling Evangelist, he will conduct a revival at Westville Baptist Church beginning Sunday September 1st and lasting for five weeks. The event aims to inspire faith and renewal in the community through nightly services and outreach activities led by the visiting minister.
J Henry Thompson Retz in Virginia announces a newly erected mill for grinding meat hominy graham flour and related goods. He solicits patronage and notes graham flour is recommended as a healthy food.
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