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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
1
A fragment advertising various painting supplies urges buyers to investigate merits before purchase. It lists pine oil putty hard oil varnish Demar varnish rubbing varnish spar varnish coach varnish and other related items.
A coroner's jury in Richmond declares Baby Vaughan aged four months died from poison administered by an unknown person. The inquest reveals neglect by City Home officials and lax procedures, prompting police, council committees, and a grand jury to initiate sweeping investigations.
Joseph H. Savage owner of Kernstown Distillery near Winchester was severely burned when a gasoline tank exploded on his automobile as he drove home from Front Royal with his wife four children and his mother. Austrian Costa Ferdinando drowned in the Potomac at Shepherdstown after cramps struck while swimming. Hon. William Post of Buckhannon, newly elected to the West Virginia State Senate, will not seek reelection. In Richmond, Frank Smith, a well known man, was killed during a heavy storm while heading to his stable.
A compact display lists shellac varnish four stains enamels wood fillers and japan dryers among floor finishes and household coatings offered by the shop.
A poetic reflection argues that true worth lies in truth of heart and honest conduct, not in outward wealth or fashion. Riches and social status fail to measure value when decent minds and fair dealing prevail. simple quiet homes and honest people may reveal greater beauty and merit.
Dan Handy and Sam Kline labor deep on a river bluff when a crack opens and the shelf shifts. A ruptured steam hose and collapsing ledge force a dramatic ascent as a helper on top rigs a rescue line to pull Handy to safety.
President Taylor of Vassar questions whether a girl should attempt college without financial backing. He notes that borrowing four years creates a heavy debt and limits access to valuable college experiences. He suggests alternatives like extended, part time study if intellectual gains are the sole goal.
A drill hung over an abyss after a hose nipple broke and the machine toppled. Handy climbs the hot rope line inch by inch, while below sailors and crew root for his life as the avalanche crash fades and the top nears.
A collage of aphorisms and quips on civility cleanliness heaven youth old age conscience and love drawn from various authors including Freheh Newa Aristophanes Topeka Capital Gea man Persian Irish Luther and others. The collection humorously yokes moral virtue with human folly.
The Have ward Heath Horticultural Society offered a penny per Queen wasp brought to the show and flooded with wasps across England. Some senders request return post for their dues.
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