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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
3
Local blurbs note sales offers and residence details including a 20 acre home for sale near Norfolk with 4 rooms and outbuildings, kidney health ad, travelers in town, and a two week revival at Old Baptist Church. Also mentions rose potatoes, summer goods clearance, court day reminders, and employee moves in Mathews Virginia.
Carlisle Center New York resident G B Burhans testifies after four years that Foley's Kidney Cure cured his kidney trouble. He reports brick dust sediment and pains ceased, no relapse, and urges others with bladder or kidney issues to try the remedy sold by all druggists.
A concise remark on shoemaking skill emphasizing grace and aesthetic appeal. Practical experience is valuable, suggesting craftsmanship from hands-on work. GaCe appears as a referenced name or maker related to the craft. The line reads like a note on artisanal shoe design and practice.
County Correspondence describes a busy fourth at Sandy Beach with Capt. O A Winder Mr Morris Marchant and Mr Joan Hodges leading launches packed with visitors. Dinners under a tent, visits from Texas resident Edward Powell and locals like Della Powell Reede Traverse and Robert Wiley. A protracted meeting at Old Baptist Church July 14 and varied family movements plus plans for new construction near Queen's Creek.
The notice claims the “white plague” of consumption is battled by every nation and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe, certain cure for coughs and colds. It warns against unknown preparations and identifies the genuine product by a yellow package, sold by all druggists.
The death of Miss Carrie White on the 6th inst at Protestant Hospital Norfolk is reported. She was the daughter of the late Alonzo L. White and a respected Grace Church member. Expressions of sympathy are offered to her family. The item also mentions local personnel and events including Mrs. Fulton Minter’s improvement and the Rappahannock District Conference meeting at Mathews Chapel with Rev. Wm. R. Crowder and other church officials.
Ira W. Kelly of Mansfield Pennsylvania reports two years of kidney and bladder trouble and poor health. He spent much on doctors without relief, then credits Foley's Kidney Cure with restoring his health and urges others to try it. Sold by all druggists.
Local notes report Burleigh Sadler arriving at his parents’ home last week, accompanied by his niece. The brief item reflects slow news from the paper’s office during warm weather.
Foley's Honey and Tar promises immediate relief to asthma sufferers in severe stages and claims a cure if taken promptly. Sold by all drucyists.
Capt and Mrs M B Diggs returned home after a delightful Exposition visit. Capt Diggs will leave for North Carolina soon. Wray Morgan and his brother O F Morgan visited the Exposition and returned home Sunday. Funeral of Mrs J J Forrest in Norfolk on June 36th held July 2 at 3 PM at John H Forrest's home conducted by Rev Snyder. Mrs Forrest was Miss Moore formerly of York County. Survived by sister Mrs Ed Forrest and brother William Moore. The be reaved husband receives sympathy. Mae Morgan visiting Susie Morgan in Portsmouth. Tom Forrest and Capt J Nr Forrest left for Norfolk on Monday. Jessie Hudgins spent a few days with his parents. Guss Banks left for Norfolk after vacation. Capt Silas Dorrest home last week. Alma Brooks went to Norfolk for a week. Rev Mr Hunter of Richmond preached at Salem Sunday. Capt Jas L Hudgins visited his family Sunday.
An advertisement proclaims Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup cleanses and stimulates the bowels without irritation. Sold by all druggists.
After a long illness Mrs Susan D Marriner died June 26 at age 74. She had been frail for a year and recently returned from Baltimore where she lived five months. She resided with Mrs W B Dixon after March 30 and suffered a fatal pneumonia attack. She leaves a husband and many relatives. Capt J W Hudgins and T N Foster are listed as ill. Howard Marriner of Baltimore visited county. Miss Etta G Callis returned from Norfolk. Luther Foster visited his parents.
News notes show Mr and Mrs William V Diggs adjusting to a newborn girl born last Sunday and the Virginia pastor Rev J S Hunter delivering a strong sermon at St Pauls. Beulah Church hosted a July picnic raising over 75 for the new church. Local political notices include J Boyo Sears announcing a Senate renomination bid and W D Evans declaring candidacy for House of Delegates in Mathews and Middlesex counties.
A set of Democratic party notices from Mathews County announces candidacies for local offices in 1907. J J Burke seeks a second term as Treasurer, Jno R Saunpers runs for the Senate, J W Haynes aims for the House of Delegates, and R B Howerr announces candidacy for Sheriff with pledges of faithful service and support for fisheries, schools, roads, pensions, and local welfare.
The writer declares candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Supervisor in Westville Magisterial district, with the civic stabs held on July 20, 1997, marking a formal entry into the race.
Joseph R Willaims announces candidacy for Pianks Magisterial District Supervisor as a Democrat. He asks voters to support him at the July 20 1907 election, promising better roads and signing off respectfully.
L C Garnett declares his bid for the Democratic primary for Commonwealth's Attorney in Mathews County. The primary is set for Saturday July 20 1907, following his unopposed last election and urging voters' endorsement and support.
N E Miller a Democrat running for County Treasurer writes he will not win the primary and urges voters to support him in November He pledges honesty about officer pay and road and education funding while promising not to seek a second term and not to drink alcohol while in office.
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