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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1910
Page
7
Katherine Millard and Robert Ashton sail in rough seas to confront a decision. After a dangerous rescue and near-drowning, Katherine declares she has changed her mind about marrying Senator Rathbone, choosing personal insight over social pressure. Capt. Davy notes calm skies ahead.
Mrs Jas M Long of 113 N Augusta Staunton Virginia says years of kidney and back pain nightly distress and urinary troubles left her weary and sick until Dean's Kidney Pills provided immediate relief and she was completely cured after four years with no further trouble. 50c a box or mailed from Foster Milburn Co New York.
Friends and relatives of John M. Sumrow, formerly of Richmond, now in Mexico City, report his disappearance after leaving New London, North Carolina, July 4. He planned to return to Mexico City by water but has not been seen. Police in several cities are investigating and foul play is suspected. Sumrow is brother of W J Sumrow of Richmond connected with Aragon Coffee in Washington Ward.
In New Castle England a Northeastern Railway strike has left 100000 workers affected as disaffection spreads. The possibility that Great Northern and North British Railways may join in sympathy raises fears of a nationwide railway tie-up. Calls grow for government takeover of the lines to safeguard trade while negotiations continue.
A raw Irishman in the crew jokes about his wheel time on a revenue cruiser. After an eccentric spell in the pilot-house he quips that he steered more in ten minutes than others did in their whole watch, signaling light humor on board.
A brief meditation asserts cheerfulness as a sign of the joy of the Lord and argues contentment is a lasting habit shaping response to all hardships. It frames disposition as a determining factor in attitude and conduct across trials.
Washington special reports Secretary Morrison of the Federation of Labor stating that the Bucks Store and Range Company labor pact will bring benefits. He cites collective bargaining as rising sentiment, peaceful labor relations, and better work. The note clarifies the decision does not affect Supreme Court cases on free speech.
Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, arrived in St Louis amid a Cincinnati settlement with Bucks Store and Range Co. He says his visit is to plan the November federation convention. He notes the Cincinnati agreement does not affect the charges against him and other AFL officials.
Ira G Rawn president of the Monon Railway was shot dead in his Winnetka home with three competing theories offered. Police rank the death as possibly self inflicted while relatives bar police from a full investigation. A coroner's autopsy and planned Wednesday inquest promise to clarify the motive tied to the Illinois Central graft scandal.
Prince George county Commonwealth’s Attorney Judge Timothy Rives proposes locating missing wartime records amid ongoing efforts. The appearance signals a drive to recover documents tied to historical investigations and legal proceedings from the conflict era.
Grace Margaret Gould notes trends in bathing costumes showing improving fashion with smart silhouettes and modish fabrics. She says shading choices favor dark foundations with bright trimming, while younger girls may use red or white only if well dressed, and grown women keep foundation tones dark.
After initial adoption of Walker Caesar for high schools, the State Board of Education revisited the Latin text choice at June’s meeting and split the award. Walker goes to counties while Gunnison & Harley goes to cities, with stamp required on purchase price.
Mrs. John T. Lebelt was found dead on her husband’s grave about two weeks ago. Sheriff Kemp, of Bicarlco County, states there is no foul play suspected and that heart disease was the cause. The body will not be exhumed and the case will rest with Mrs Lebelt buried in peace.
An Eastern mother begs a priest to revive her child. She must fetch flour from a sorrow-free home, but cannot find a threshold untouched by grief. The priest senses a completed miracle in her comfort given to others, not the return of life. The piece then offers Fourth of July recipes and domestic guidance on staying young and pet care.
An old ad claims Murine supports weak eyes and soothes eye pain for adults and babies. It touts a 60a price and promises guidance on eye trouble, with claims of strengthening and soothing effects for conditions like scaly eyelids and granulation.
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