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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1912
Page
5
Notary Public and J P would attend to any business in his line countywide or elsewhere. The notice indicates readiness to travel for authentication duties and related tasks.
W V Henry of Poma Mo and the world tout Dr Kings New Discovery as the best medicine for coughs colds throat chest and lung diseases. The ad claims decades of proof and lists uses from hay fever to bronchitis with each bottle sold under guarantee and trial bottles offered.
Mrs Mary Dowling of 228 8th Ave San Francisco testifies to Electric Bitters curing stomach trouble and liver issues. She praises the tonic as invigorating purifying blood and aiding female weakness. Available at all drug stores 50 cents.
Notary Public and Commissioner of Leeds for Mathews County Virginia advertises bills of sale for vessels from 50 tons downward. Patronage is respectfully solicited with address in Mobjack Virginia.
Notice warns shareholders to hire a surveyor or inspector to supervise replacing stakes on oyster planting grounds. New statutes with penalties for unmarked grounds and for placing stakes in wrong positions.
Thousands take advantage of a Woodworth Company offer to mail a free Seapine trial pack to treat asthma catarrh hay fever bronchitis and related ailments. The letter claims Seapine is a Vienna University professor’s scientific compound with universal cure potential regardless of duration or climate. It invites readers to request the trial pack by writing to Dept G1161 Broadway New York City.
An 19th century style ad offers one hundred dollars reward for catarrh cure and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy. Endorsers Walding Kinnan Marvin Wholesale Druggists Toledo testify to F J Cheney's integrity. Pills recommended for constipation.
The Mathews Journal notes its post office entry as second class matter for Thursday February 22 1912. Local publication context and archival details mark the issue date and distribution status.
Local items report visits by Harry Loyd of Blakes and Major J N Stubbs, trips to Baltimore by Captain J R Winder and R W Foster, a Civic League meeting in Mathews, and arts events at Cobbs Creek and North Hall. Also noted are real estate trades, a new parsonage project, New Point Pier purchase, and Mathews Teachers Association gathering.
Mrs. F. M. Hulbert dies at her daughter’s home in Norfolk on Sunday night January 28 from lung hemorrhage. Survived by three daughters four sons and several grandchildren. Funeral held at Mathews County home of daughter Mrs Henry Thompson with pastor Rev J C Walker delivering comfort. Friends and family recall her as sincere Christian and devoted mother, a true and faithful friend.
A Denver Republication quoting a meditation on conscience as an inner councilor. The piece urges careful self consultation before action to avoid missteps and grim failure, claiming fortune favors prudent, voice-tested decisions.
A sensational blurb promises readers the brutal truth of the East in Lifes Wild issue. The teaser taunts with blood curdling tales and ferocity, urging eager buyers to order quickly as stock is limited.
An entertainment at Milford Haven School is planned for Thursday February 22 at 7 30 p m with refreshments. The message urges a return to the code of Capt. John Smith and advocates that those who will not work shall not eat, tying the event to shared civic responsibility.
A Danville reader writes that he blamed a troubled heart for distress but found relief with King's New Life Pills. He says the remedy cured stomach waves, kidney issues, constipation, headache, and debility, noting it cost 25 cents at druggists.
A reader advises using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy when cold to relieve symptoms and prevent pneumonia. The writer notes it contains no opium or narcotics and can be given to babies as well as adults, sold by cycle dealers.
Mr V V Shipley hosted an Oyster Roast for friends last Monday night. Dr Grover Miller and a Charlotteville guest visited Cobbs Creek last week. Miss Lillie Williams weekend with Miss Hyacinth Shipley. Modiscredit praised the Bazaar in Cobbs Creek Auditorium recently. A MH Bazaar and Supper with free lecture is planned for March 1 at the High School Auditorium. Ednabrooks from Halliefor3 stayed with sister Mrs H L Mathews. Billy Williams of Portsmouth, formerly of Cobbs Creek, is visiting his parents. Edna Hudson spent the past week with Miss Charlotte Christian.
Miss Sadie Brownley spent several days with her sister in Norfolk. Miss Ollie White and Sadie Hughes of West Mathews visited here. Mr J T Owens has suffered with heart trouble for weeks. Mrs Oliver Hudgins entertained friends at home. Mrs Stewart hosted a pleasant party for friends. The Willing Workers society of Bethel Church met at the church on the evening of the 14th and submitted a good finances report.
A baby girl was born Saturday the 6th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Shinault. Miss Lettie Hunley hosted a Monday night birthday party for friends, with many handsome presents and a royal good time.
Fragmentary notice notes a limited run of fewer than one hundred items rapidly selling, referencing LIFE at Title and a Journal Office. The quirky item name suggests a magazine or feature in a period publication. No clear dates or locations are provided.
Teachers welcome Ruth Jones to third grade and other classes while John Jordan joins the High School Department. February spelling results list top students in Grades 1 to 3. The Citizen's League discusses how parents can assist teachers, with future topics planned. Citizens urged to attend meetings and support school efforts.
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