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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
7
Mr. Oswald shares a heartfelt tale of his life with his stepbrother Jack, his Paris study, and a Cherbourg meeting. He describes Jack’s care, the balcony days, a box of letters, and a final farewell with a sapphire ring before death.
In a shifting scene aboard a ship, Mic. de Peyster recalls a calm departure as a man vows to take a companion home on the Campania. The dream dissolves into a deck scene where a passenger remarks on the weather and a character named General Benjamin appears, adding a touch of intrigue.
Richmond special. Senator Howell C. Featherston of Campbell proposes a bill to require a separate plea of insanity in cases where insanity is relied on as a defense. The measure aims to prevent acquittals based on the insanity defense and to keep insane prisoners confined at Marion, with the accused presumed sane when tried under a not guilty plea.
In Richmond, Senator Bowers introduced a bill to repeal the six year old measure funding the teachers pension with a $5,000 annual state appropriation and a 1 percent salary deduction. The reform faces a public hearing after passing through the Committee on Schools and Colleges. A London anecdote from Success Magazine follows about generosity costing nothing.
Los Angeles special reports Earl Page and H. Kellar both students at the Great Marconi claim a wireless plant at 1621 Homeside Avenue. They say they received Key West signals from about 3,000 miles away and heard the Government wireless stations at Key West and Colon on the Isthmus of Panama talking.
A three story frame boarding house at 1919 Bronxdale Avenue burned early today. Mrs Johanna McDonough and an unidentified woman died in the blaze. Seven were reported missing but five were found safe. Fire consumed the building within twenty minutes as several women and children were rescued.
B V Sublett of 1011 Cabe St Lynchburg Va describes nearly two years of back ache and frequent urinary trouble. After using Doan’s Kidney Pills he was cured and remains free of symptoms for three years. He urges others with kidney or back issues to seek Dean’s Kidney Pills, 5 cents at all stores. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY Props When Your Back is Lame Remember the Name.
W. Morgan Shuster ex American Persian treasurer general leaves Teheran for home with his wife and family, guarded by Russian Cossacks amid Persian brigand fears. He departs after eight months in government, having paid debts and left surplus in treasury. Russian agent Pokhatonoff notes safety responsibility to the frontier.
In Washington DC special dispatches raise questions aboutLyman Abbott editor of the Outlook and his visit with his brother Lawrence Abbott. The pair renewed claims that Colonel Roosevelt would not seek a third term while progressive leaders speculate Abbott came as a messenger to Taft.
John Greer Hibben, professor of logic at Princeton, was today elected to succeed Governor Woodrow Wilson, former President of the university, in New Jersey.
American forces in Manila report that 26 Moros were killed during an ambush attempt on Jolo Island. Lieutenant McGee of the 2nd Cavalry was wounded twice and a private soldier wounded. Brigadier General Pershing in Mindanao declared the fight may signal the end of organized resistance to American rule on the island.
Mrs. W. M. Hody aged seventy five died yesterday at her Lynchburg home from whooping cough. A native of Wales she had lived there many years and was a member of the Methodist Protestant Church. The body was taken to Stapleton for burial.
Clifton Forge Va special report says Robert Cash colored man forty years old was struck by train 3% and fatally injured while walking the tracks. The journal box of the tender tore his head open and he was taken to Chesapeake and Ohio hospital within an hour.
Murine Eye Remedy Co Chicago promotes an eye drop product for red weak watery eyes and granulated lids. The package claims fast action without smarting and includes an illustrated book in each box. The ad asserts the remedy is produced for public use by physicians and sold nationwide.
William Twyman, a Black man, killed his father and Deputy Sheriff Simon Birmingham and wounded three deputies. Surrounded by about a hundred deputies,National Guardsmen and citizens, he surrendered at Monroe County Jail in this city. He admits the crime calmly, says the killing followed a quarrel over his marriage, and that he planned to be as deadly as possible. He fired only when approached.
Special from Boston reports Rev Clarence Richeson bought a December 1909 wedding ring at Mrs Josie Guyer’s Hyannis shop and gave it to Avis Linnell on her eighteenth birthday. Linnell wore it for nearly two years amid a murder case where a pastor faces the electric chair. The ring’s purchase and witness testimony were touted as potential government evidence.
Washington D C Special In a bid to obtain the steel corporation records House steel trust committee Chairman Stanley has issued subpoenas duces tecum directed at J J Farrell president of United States Steel Corporation. Returnable January 22 the corporation must furnish documents to Expert Accountant Mcftac. Stanley said he would not delay and will subpoena further witnesses and seize documentary evidence by Congressional authority as needed.
Practical notes on sewing methods for wool and velvet fabrics, belt construction, and garment finishing. Also includes kitchen hints such as onion prep and a Philadelphia hot pot recipe, with dessert and quick tea cakes described.
The Audubon Society of Virginia legislative committee meets at 5 PM in Room 704 Mutual Building to draft a bill banning robin killing in the state. The plan, endorsed by farmers, aims for action in the current legislative session and seeks farmers’ support for adoption.
A vintage note explains cleaning with gasoline for various items. It covers cleaning gas stoves by soaking jets, removing dirt and odors, scrubbing copper aluminum cooking utensils, and removing blackening from metal. It also advises using gasoline to clean woodwork grease, unclog drains by pouring line water, drying utensils in sun, and emphasizes keeping gasoline away from fire. It notes cleaning fabrics with gasoline and changing soiled rags, plus caution to work quickly and ventilate.
This ad claims Tetterine cures eczema piles tetter ring worm old sores and scalp disease with instant relief and permanent cure. A 50 cent box is sold by druggists. If unavailable, send 50e to The Shuptrine Co Savannah Ga for genuine ointment.
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