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Mathews Journal

Location

Mathews, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1908

Page

2

Ube Journal Advertisements and Rates Notice

Public notice of newspaper advertising rates and policies for obituaries, resolutions, reading notices and transient ads. Includes charges for paid obituaries five cents per line, five cent line for obits, ten cents per line for reading notices, and 50 cents per inch for first insertion with 25 cents per inch for subsequent insertions if unchanged. Correspondents urged to mail items by Wednesday morning.

Cme Il Communications SAUER C. F. Sauer CO ALL Pay CO United States WPCC Bauer Sauver

Roosevelt under fire over Panama deal and panicky Congress

The piece argues the president unfairly attacks editors and questions public suspicions of the Panama affair. It laments broad censure of Congress while noting pressure for an investigation and ongoing tensions as Roosevelt’s term nears end. It cites Foraker, Sherman class, and Brownsville as headlines fueling a lively political climate.

Ess Secret Service Foraker Sherman United States White House Roosevelt the Sun Panama Senator Foraker Brownsville Congress

Debate Over Poll Tax Prerequisites For Voting

The article discusses the polarizing debate on poll tax prerequisites for voting. It notes that some prominent papers support the measure while many doubt its wisdom, arguing the system was designed to disenfranchise voters and questioning its effectiveness to prevent fraud.

Arguments Against Poll Tax Echo Historic Debate

The article argues poll taxes invite corruption and punish citizen participation. It contends the bribe to vote exists regardless of payment and that voting is a citizen privilege tied to tax compliance. It concludes retention of the current system favors stability by balancing Black voter return with white voter neglect.

Government bond plan to improve harbors faces opposition

Congress and President Roosevelt back bond issues to fund harbor and inland waterway improvements while President-elect Taft and, notably, Uncle Joe Cannon oppose the plan, signaling likely heated debate ahead.

ConGrEss Roosevelt Taft Joe Cannon

Roosevelt's Dual Roles Highlight Presidential Demands

Readers debate how President Roosevelt manages hunting time and editing Outlook, noting the strenuous nature of his tasks. The discussion reflects public interest in leadership workload and media influence during his era.

Mr. Roosevelt

Relative of Standard Oil founder named in rumor

A reader notes that Joan D may not be the father of Standard Oil, but remains described as a near and dear relative in local chatter.

Joan D Standard Oil Company

Census bill passage names Civil War survivors in stats

In the House on Thursday Mr Lamb of Virginia secured an amendment requiring population statistics to designate survivors of the Union and Confederate forces. Mr Sheppard of Texas introduced a bill for a ten thousand dollar appropriation to test making paper from cotton stalks.

House of Representatives Lamb Virginia Sheppard Texas

Vaden and Wray wed at private Gloucester ceremony

On short notice in Gloucester C. H. Virginia Rev. W C Vaden of Danville married Mrs. Noah Wray widow of T J Wray and daughter of the late Alexander E Shackleford yesterday at sister M V Kerns residence with Rev George Wray of Hampton officiating.

Gloucester C. H W. C. Vaden Danville Norah Wray T. J. Wray Alex. E. Shackleford M. V. Kerns George Wray Hampton

New Society Formed by Times Dispatch Representatives

Representatives from the Times Dispatch organized the first newspaper association of its kind in the U S with members from Virginia North Carolina and other states. Gov Swanson Mayor Richardson and Jno M Miller gave welcome addresses. Dr Luceus Lofton of Emporia Va was elected president and 106 persons enrolled.

Times Dispatch Richmond Virginia North Carolina Swanson Richardson Jno. M. Miller Luceus Lofton Emporia

Total popular vote in last national election by candidate

Official form shows Michigan totals for Test 7,637,676 Bryan 6,393,182 Debs 447,651 Chafin 241,252 Hisgen 83,186 Watson 33,871 Gilhaus 15,421. Total 14,852,239. Bryan leads a 1,315,211 increase over Parker in 1904.

New York Michigan Test Bryan Debs Chafin Hisgen Watson Gilhaus Soc Labor Alton B. Parker

District Steward Meeting in Urbanna Methodist Church

The Rappahannock district district steward meeting met at Urbanna's Methodist church with Rev R F Gayle presiding. J W C Davis was elected secretary as about a dozen stewards attended and salary figures and district assessments for 1908 9 were presented and approved with a hopeful outlook.

Rappahannock Urbanna R.f.gayle J. W. C. Davis Norfolk R. M. College Southside Sentinel

Personal Appeal for Foley's Honey and Tar Remedy

An advertisement argues the merit of Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble claiming forty years of cures with no higher cost than other remedies. It urges consumers to avoid unknown preparations and buy Foley's from all druggists.

Foley Sian

District Tax Dissent Over School Funding Explained

A reader responds with figures on state and local funding for Plankstank District schools. The auditor reports 1908 state apportionment totaling 1 725 92 for teachers pay, plus a possible 600 00 later, with local district funds adding 233 62. The note decries tax limits and urges higher levies to sustain longer terms.

Plankstank Piankitank Mathews Miller

Public School District Proposes Private Subscription for New House

A letter from T. Christian, Clerk of Piankitank District, urges discussion of funding a school building via private subscription. He cites a $237.39 shortfall after fees and proposes combining contributions from community members, including a $100 starter from him and a matching gift from a local lady, to reach a $3,000 goal and upgrade desks, boards, and grounds.

Miller

Electric Bitters Restore Civil War Vet After Illness

Fayette resident David Parker, a Civil War veteran who lost a foot at Gettysburg, praises Electric Bitters for curing his stomach trouble and serving as a tonic that keeps him strong and well. Sold by druggists.

David Parker Fayette, N Gettysburg Draggista

Four true bills against ex Senator Butler and brother

Guilford Superior Court Grand Jury indicted ex Senator Marion Butler and his brother Lester on criminal libel charges against Judge Spencer Adams. Trial set for January. Also notice of contest filed in Lynchburg over prohibition election citing Ward Act issues and new annexed voters. Virginia stands to receive 35000 for land grant agricultural and mechanical schools from 1862 act as part of a 1.75 million national fund for next year.

Guilford Superior Court Marion Butler Lester Spencer Adams Lynchburg Fredericksburg Secretary of the Interior Virginia

Welcome From New Pastor Leroy Puaup Arrives in County

The new Mathews Circuit pastor Leroy J. Puaup writes of warm welcomes from the county. Parsonage friends hosted a Thanksgiving dinner and three churches offered cordial hospitality. Parsonage Society met to aid the pastor's setup, signaling a hopeful outlook for their work.

Colums Parsonage Society Leroy J. Puaup Mathews Circuit

Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Colds Overnight

Hoarse coughs and stiff colds may develop into pneumonia overnight but Foley's Honey and Tar soothes inflamed membranes heals the lungs and expels the cold from the system. Sold by druggists.

Foley

Foley's Kidney Remedy Promises Vitality and Wellness

More people are taking Foley's Kidney Remedy every year. It is considered the most effective remedy for kidney trouble that medical science can devise. Foley's Kidney Remedy corrects irregularities, builds up worn out tissues, and restores lost vitality. It will make you feel and look well. Sold by all druggists.

Emgie Swamoot Kilmer Bright Dr. Kilmer — & Co Binghamton, N. Y

Mrs Ada L Croom Credits New Discovery Cure

Ada L Croom owner of the Croom Hotel Vaughn Mississippi reports a severe cough and signs of consumption. After using Dr King s New Discovery she says three bottles cured her. The remedy is widely praised and sold by druggists at 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free.

Ada L. Croom Croom Hotel Vaughn, Miss Dr. King

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