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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1912
Page
5
Tho E Williams of Iddleboro Kentucky writes that after two years of illness a physician could do nothing for him, then two packages of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured him. For sale by all dealers.
Mathews C H of Virginia and J P World travel to distant locales to attend to business within their professional lines seeking available opportunities and warrants.
A building suitable for a Baptist Church with lot included near Bohan non is offered for sale. Suitable as a comfortable home and priced reasonably. Committee members R H Forrest J C Curfman and J W Shackleford announce the sale.
Mrs F Theo Millers reputation as a fitter is already well established. All those desiring a corset for style comfort and durability will do well to give her a call. See any else where.
CG Smith Jr of Gloucester Virginia will practice in Mathews and adjoining counties with office in Gloucester. plans indicate expanded legal services for local residents and nearby communities.
Overly stocked with pigs aged two to six months in prime fattening condition. Will sell cheap or exchange for corn. No disease history. Also 100 rods American and Pittsburg wire fencing unused. Contact C. Walcott, Gloucester County, Virginia.
The advertisement notes Setrella Corset has been assigned to Spirella Corset agency and will wait on the public. Corsets are made to measure and order with claims of unbreakable, flexible design that retains shape. A one year guarantee is offered with samples available for viewing by Mrs F Theo Miller.
H. Patteson Notary Public and Commissioner of Deeds for Mathews County, Virginia advertises bills of sale for vessels 50 tons and under. Patronage solicited. mail or visit Mobjack, Virginia for services.
Medical scientists announce startling asthma cure by Sennine from Tre Woodworth Company. Free trial packages mailed to New York City readers at Dept. G 1161 roadway. Promise to cure hay fever bronchitis and catarrh regardless of prior treatments or climate. Based on a compound from a Vienna University professor, endorsed by experts.
The Journal entered at the Post Office at Mathews H Va as second class matter. This issue notes the date Thursday January 11 1912 and reflects standard postal classification for a historical newspaper edition.
Locals note a flurry of visits and movements as residents travel to Norfolk Elizabeth City and beyond for work study and worship. Highlights include George A. Taylor J N Stubbs and E C Percifull in Norfolk and the county, Billy Kirkpatrick in the oyster trade, Rev L J Phaup preaching at Bethel and St Mathews, and Nellie Shackleford visiting Tarboro Elizabeth City Hertford and Plymouth. Also: J J Christian leaves for the Legislature lower house duties, Miss Pearl Smith to California, and weather records report a five degree low amid a snow event.
A reflective note contrasts past views of female timidity with a call to reject the idea that men should dictate women’s actions. It portrays progress by urging departures from the bygone era of obedience and urging autonomy.
Nice residence fronting Mobjack Bay near the planned wharf site at New Point. Described as a fine summer home owned by Willie J. White.
Port Haywood Lodge No 250 and Mobjack Lodge No 273 of the I C F announce Grand Master James Mitchel will speak at Grate M. E. Church Mobjack Tuesday January 16 at 7 30 p m. The meeting is public and open to all residents. G E T Lane D D G M Mojack Dist No 17.
The Grand Master of the O F of Virginia will visit Mathews Lodge at a called meeting Wednesday night. Members are urged to attend and brothers from sister lodges are invited.
Permanently located tarot consultant praised as unmatched for love marriage separation health business and luck. Offers instant relief and permanent help through correct advice. Visit 261 County St ext Portsmouth Va call 1058. Make an appointment by postal or send stamp for full tide creation.
An advertisement from the Underwood Typewriter Co highlights sweeping wins at the World’s Championship Contests held in Madison Square Garden, New York City. The ad notes Underwood won every contest across all classes with up to six machines entered, praising speed and accuracy and pointing readers to the featured items and personnel in the ad.
Miss Sadie Smith remains at home due to her mother’s illness. Gilbert Diggs endured a toothache and finally had a molar extracted. The Citizen's League meets next Wednesday January 17. No meeting last week. The schoolhouse was scrubbed and seats reset after holidays. Trustees meet January 6 to hire another teacher for February 1, preferably from one of the Normal Schools, due to large attendance.
A Teachers Association meeting held as scheduled on January 6 faced attendance issues due to severe weather. Mrs. E M Blake hosted the session at Hotel Mathews. Miss Eva Wright and Prof. George A Jordan presented papers. Next meeting set for the first Saturday in February.
Garclay and Sons offer repair and renewal of watches clocks jewelry and silver items. They claim to be the neighborhood's only manufacturing jewelers with a well equipped shop in the South and promise fast, accurate service. They stock silver and hand painted china suitable for gifts at 231 28th St Newport News.
Excerpt from Bessie Smith in Leader contemplates judging motives with patience. It asks if broader understanding could reveal good in others and reduce blame, urging help where we hinder and sympathy for others struggles.
An appeal requests payment of outstanding balances for lumber as the year ends. J. Bruce Bennett of Mathews Virginia asks all indebted parties to settle accounts promptly.
For fifteen years the user reports Bucklems Arnica Salve has cured sores boils ulcers and burns, saving many doctor bills. A. Hardy of East Wilton Maine states the salve never failed to heal. Available at all drug stores.
A Virginia farmer from Waverly, W. L. Hall, endorses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best cold treatment. He says it curbs colds quickly and that he has recommended it to friends and they all agree. Sold by all dealers.
W V Henry of Panma Mo touts seven years proof that Dr King’s New Discovery cures coughs colds and throat chest lung diseases. He claims thirty eight years of world proof and cites relief from com mie end colds crippe asthow hay fever and hemorrhage of the longs among others. The remedy is sold under guarantee at drug stores with a one dollar trial bottle offered.
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