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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1905
Page
2
The Journal Publishing Co announces advertising rates including 9 percent for transient ads, first insertion at 0.5 cents per line, 25 cents per inch thereafter, obituaries at five cents per line, and political communications at regular rates. pending notices 10 cents per line. Signed submissions required. Published Thursday July 27 1905.
The Mathews Democrats rally to Hon J Boyd Sears for the Virginia Senate praising his character integrity and legal ability. They note broad local support despite some opposition from critics tied to moral questions and past tax battles. Sears is credited with cutting pound net taxes from $5 and $30 to $3 per net and opposing the Jordan Oyster Bill.
Obituary and memorial tribute describe the life of Mr. Brooks of Caldwell and Matthews County. Praise highlights honesty, generosity, neighborly spirit, and steadfast friendship. The piece notes his strength of character, religious faith, and the community’s loss, while urging support for the Fitzhugh Lee Monument fund.
The Educational Association held Tuesday afternoon at the president's home and appointed a Board of Managers of five men E. Richardson G. S. Marchant J. F. Marchant J. J. Burke and Alex James. A Board of Trustees was also appointed. A full report will appear in the next issue. The Board of Managers will meet Thursday afternoon at the Journal office after the speaking. Sec. of Ed. Board.
J D Brooks died July 1 at his home in Sutherland Springs after a brief illness. Born in 1822 in Mathews County Virginia he moved to Texas in 1855 settling on the Cibolo. He married in 1870 to Mrs Henderson sister of Gen J B Polley and is survived by his wife and two grown children. The text notes his daughter Mrs Wm Craighead among survivors with further details limited by fragment.
The community mourns Willard Blassingham who died Sunday at 1 PM. Despite lifelong troubles, he faced hardship with cheerfulness and courtesy, earning wide esteem and sympathy for his family in a sorrowful time.
Names of children contributing to the Fitzhugh Lee monument fund since our last issue include Ronie Morris Jessie Bassett Beatrice Selma Dutton Soles Lois Cornelius William Blake Preston Edward Armiger Ethrans Frances Ethel Diggs Lozzie Katharine and James Jackson Moore.
G E T Lane of Woods Roads Virginia announces candidacy for the Virginia Senate in the 39th district to be decided by the Democratic primary. J N Stubbs of Mathews Virginia formally seeks renomination for the 39th district seat, pledging faithful service if returned.
Geo. Y. Hunley replies on July 19 1905 to Mr R L McCready stating his card was a public notice he is not a candidate and that he did not intend to offend. He defends McCready as a true Democrat and notes the primary will reveal the size of McCready’s following.
Advertisement for Suffolk College Suffolk describing a select girls school with healthy location electric lights baths pure water and moral influences. Terms moderate. 37th year begins Sept 14 1905. Address Sally A Finney principal for terms and details.
A collage of lighthearted snippets from various papers shows humorous exchanges among children and adults. Lines reference Johnny Jenks Tom Traddlesley and a pharmacist scene with a medicine penny, reflecting playful dialogue and social tone of era newspapers.
A resident announces self as a Democratic primary candidate to represent Mathews and Middlesex counties in the Virginia House of Delegates in the upcoming election.
Classified notice seeking a classical mathematical teacher with many years of successful experience and no family to take a tutoring position in a private family near salt water. Address Prof. E A Tomkies Ashland Hanover Co Virginia.
Mrs Nuwed notes she sought the fancy teacups but the vendor refused to break the set. Mr Nuwed quips asking why not buy the set and let the cook break it, reflecting a New York World style exchange.
Community social in East River at Stephen's Place on Thursday August 16 1905 featuring refreshments of all kinds. Shackleford and Miller invite every body to attend.
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