Fisheries report prompts oyster and survey stance in 1909 review
The Ube Journal reviews the 1908 09 Fisheries Commission report highlighting proposed legislation on oysters and river surveys. It notes no new law immediately, urges fishermen to stay alert, and mentions a Newport News convention petition to keep the Baylor Survey lines intact and fish laws unchanged.
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Commission ‘of Fisheries
Wiathews
Gloucester
Medjack Bay
Baylor Survey
James River
Newport News
Baylor
The Mathews Journal Wishes Long Life and Prosperity
The Virginia Citizen extends New Year greetings to the Mathews Journal and Editor Minter, hoping the paper grows in size influence and success. The Mathews Journal responds with reciprocal wishes for long life and prosperity to the Citizen.
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Mathews Journal
Minter
Virginia Citizen
Mathews Journal Grows to Eight Pages in Seven Columns
An editor thanks readers for best wishes as the Mathews Journal enlarges its format to eight pages and seven columns. The note jokes about growth and cautions that swelling can have fatal results, reflecting a light editorial voice from the Southside Sentinel.
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Mathews Journal
Southside
Unable to Publish Last Week Due to Accident
The paper reports an accident prevented publication last week and asks patrons to understand their position in the matter.
Letter from Mr. W. McD. Lee Received Before Press
The newspaper notes a late letter from Mr. W. McD. Lee arriving just before going to press with no time for comment or further discussion.
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W. McD. Lee
Mrs Thomas B Miller Dies Near North Virginia
The death of Mrs. Thomas B. Miller occurred at Dome near North Virginia on Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Miller and was noted for her charity and Christian character.
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Thomas B. Miller
Dome
North
Is. Miller
S. F. Miller
Anality
Chris
Untimely death mourned by family and church
The deceased left a husband and two young children to mourn her loss. Many relatives and friends gather as funeral services were held yesterday at Holly Grove Church conducted by Rev. W. L. Jones, with interment at Trinity Church cemetery. The NAL extended its sympathy to the bereaved.
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Holly Grove Church
W. L. Jones
Trinity Church
Death of Mr John A Enos at Mathews
Mr John A Enos dies after long illness. Funeral held at St Pauls M E Church with Rev J Arthur Winn officiating. Burial in local cemetery. Survived by wife, two children, a brother and two sisters. Journal extends sympathy.
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John A. Enos
St. Pauls M. E. Church
J. Arthur Winn
Enos
William Enos
Mathews
Dr Bell’s antiseptic salve advertised for skin cures
An old advertisement touts Dr Bell’s Anti septic Salve as a quick cure for tetter ringworm and various skin conditions. The creamy snow white ointment is sold for 25 cents a box at all dealers.
Fishermen’s fears unfounded say Mr Lee in Virginia letter
Irvington Va January 17 1910 Commissioner of Fisheries W McDonacl Lee writes to reassure readers about a draft fish bill. He calls meetings misinformation and explains proposed open seasons and net rules as a compromise to protect the fish industry. He defends the Commission and urges cooperation of oystermen and fishermen with western legislators.
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Irvington
Commission of Fisheries
Norfolk Board of Trade
James River
W. McDonacl Lee
Veterans Have Big Day Here
The Veterans had a big day with fine speaking a splendid dinner and good music. A detailed account of the program will be provided next week.
Antiseptic Salve Promoted for Wide Range of Skin Ailments
Dr Bell's Antiseptic Salve touted as good for pimples, blackheads, sores, chaps, ulcers, sunburn and all skin affections. Priced at 75 cents at all dealers.
Fishermen's Association Plans to Oppose Legislation
The Mathews Fishermen's Association met at Mathews Court House on Saturday January 8 chaired by Isaac H. Diggs of Gwynns Virginia to discuss resisting injurious legislation in the upcoming legislative session. They hired Hon. J Boyd Sears to represent the group before the Board of Fisheries January 11 and potential future hearings. A second meeting was set for Saturday January 29 at 10 am in the Mathews Court House.
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Mathews Fishermen’s Association
Mathews C. H
Isaac H. Diggs
Gwynns
J. Boyd Sears
Fishman’s Association
Board of Fisheries
Mathews
Fire destroys home near Mathews C H by Luke Peterson
A house on Main Road near Mathews C H owned by Luke Peterson, an elderly Black man, burned and was beyond saving when discovered about 8 o'clock in the evening.
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Mathews C. H
Luke Peterson
Pine-Tar-Honey Medicine Advertised By Beil
A medicine called Pine-Tar-Honey by Dr Beil has run for sixteen years with growing sales and is guaranteed to be effective. It is sold at all druggists.
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Br. Bell
Stereet
Binghamton, N
Bucklen
A. F. Aardy
East Wilton
Maine
Dr. King
W. L. Henry
Panama
Automobile Line to Essex Proposed Mail and Passenger Route
Dr W B Robinson arouses Essex Richmond city and Richm ond citizens with a plan for a Milford R R Milfor Milford to Tappahannock mail and passenger line. Two touring cars would run daily one from each end carrying mail and passengers, cutting Milford to Tappahannock 49 miles in about three hours and handling 1400 pounds of baggage or freight.
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W. B. Robinson
Essex
Richmond City
Milfor
Mid-winter Session of Virginia State Farmers Institute Set
The first Mid-winter Session will meet in Richmond on February 1 to 3. The February 3 program, led by the Virginia Corn Growers Association, features corn exhibits with prizes and a Boys Corn Judging Contest. Interested farmers should contact Prof. Lyman Carrier or Secretary B. Morgan Shephard for details.
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Virginia State Farmers’ Institute
Richmond
Virginia Corn Growers’ Association
Lyman Carrier
Blacksburg
B. Morgan Shepherd
Notice to Call My Home Phone for Business
After installing a telephone at my residence I request that all business calls be placed there rather than to Mr. A. G. Dillehay’s phone. Signature: J. Brece Bennet.
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A. G. Dillehay
J. Brece Bennet
Meeting of Westville teachers on Friday January 28
Notice calls all Westville District teachers to a 2 p.m. meeting at the High School to discuss the Teacher's Reading Course work on classroom management and to attend League meetings since the course affects certificate extension and professional growth.
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Westville
League
Sutherland's Eagle Eye Salve Promises Painless Sight
A brief ad proclaims Sutherlands Eagle Eye Salve cured his eyes with painless harness, claiming money not returned and offering the product for 25 cents.
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Sutherland
The Richmond Virginian Announces New State Daily
The New State Daily will begin publication in Richmond around the 20th with state wide news coverage. It aims to be democratic in politics, deeply resourced with correspondents state wide, and led by S B Woodfin and Sam W Meek in editorial and business roles.
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Richmond Virginian
Richmond
Virginia
S. B. Woodfin
Times-Dispatch
Sam’. W. Meek
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Claim
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes endorsements from Warpine Kinnan Marvin and mentions internal use, a 75 cent price, and free testimonials.
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Hull
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Warpine
Kinnan & Marvin
Young Men Learn Telegraphy Opportunity at Southern School
Life Scholarship in Telegraphy Typewriting and Railroad Agency reduced to 45 dollars and 2 50 of students railroads paid. Newnan climate 8600 inhabitants moral surroundings. Students qualify in 4 to 6 months. Graduates guaranteed positions paying 45 to 65 dollars per month to start. Free 64 page illustrated catalog. Box 272.
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Newnan
Southern School OF Telegraphy
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