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The Journal outlines obituary and resolutions printing as paid matter at five cents per line. Communications supporting candidates incur line-rate advertising charges. Reading notices cost ten cents per line, with transient ads at 50 cents for the first insertion and 25 cents for repeats with no changes. Submissions should reach the office by Wednesday morning to avoid delay.
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Wade
Canddia
Tar JourNat
Journal Urges Unity in Mathews House of Delegates Race
The Journal laments not supporting all three prospective candidates for the district and urges a friendly agreement to avoid a three cornered primary. It notes two Mathews candidates could split votes, harming both, and calls for a meeting to reach an understanding eliminating one from the campaign.
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House of Delegates
Mathews
Resolution of confederate veterans denouncing attack on Judge Mann
The Stuart-Pickett Camp of Confederate Veterans Nottoway County sends a resolution disapproving a Journal attack on Judge Mann. It notes confidence in Mann’s integrity, but the paper with limited space cannot publish the resolutions. It condemns the belligerent campaign as damaging to party strength.
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Stuart-Pickett
Nottoway County
Richmond Journal
Judge Mann
Space 18
Roosevelt Trudges Through Snow to Church on Sunday
A New York paper reports Mr Roosevelt walked six miles through snow to church last Sunday to show his simple life. The item argues this proves simplicity more than mere statements of lifestyle.
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New York
Roosevelt
Bland Corrects Washington Meeting Report
J T Bland disputes a Times-Diapatch item saying he attended a Washington Republican committee meeting. He states he was at home that day and remains a Democrat until Taft breaks the Solid South. He indicates he will vote for Bland in the next primary.
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the Times
Washington
Republican Committee
First Congressional District
Virginia
Taft
J. T. Bland
Mr. Bland
Damages Fixed After Storm Wrecks Telephone Lines
Manager Drake works with Goodson Spring Shackelford and Miller to repair damage from last Wednesday night storm. Main lines out of the Churthouse suffered broken poles and tangled wires. four men have labored since Friday to restore service.
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Drake
O. K
Tucker Confident On Election Prospects
Mr. Harry St. Tucker voices strong certainty about winning the governorship. He asserts victory in the First, Second, Seventh, and Ninth Congressional Districts and expresses hope for the Sixth and Eighth, citing farmer support as a key factor.
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Harry St. Tucker
Nationwide Anti Cigarette Law Enacted In State
The Kansas anti cigarette law took effect Friday with dealers clearing stock promptly. A naval milestone saw the keel laid for the battleship Florida at Brooklyn Navy Yard as the Band Marine played the Star Spangled Banner. Middlesex county board declines state aid for roads this year, planning next year instead. Ruth Bryan Leavitt, W L Bryan’s eldest daughter, obtains a divorce and custody. Former Senator Joseph B Foraker honored by Washington’s African American community for support of soldiers in Brownville riot. James I Bromley named Virginia delegate at large for Labor Convention in New Orleans March 29-30 to discuss child labor. Norfolk declares an ice war among six to eight plants. wholesale prices fall from 3 to 11, retail around 15 cents per pound, squeezing small firms. Summer Normal Institute planned at Fredericksburg in July with A B Chandler leading. State Vet J G Ferneyhough denies any contagious mouth disease in Virginia cattle. Potomac and Rappahannock Co to complete line to Montross and build through wire to Fredericksburg, boosting Northern Neck connectivity.
Obituary for a Beloved Mother and Saintly Wife
In memory of our mother who passed January 14 1909 after four days of illness. Born May 30 1852 she married Charles W Hudgins in 18. She gave her heart to God in youth and joined St Pauls M E Church South. Survived by her husband four children, one sister and four brothers. Funeral conducted at St Pauls Church and Cemetery by Rev Geo E Thomas and Rev Mr Laughton. Sleep on dear mother till we meet in the City of God.
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Jesus
Charles W. Hudgins
St. Paul's M. E. Church South
Geo. E. Thomas
Mr. Laughton
St.Paul's Church
Nettie
Norman
St. Paul's Cemetery
City of God
Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Quickly and Strengthens Lungs
Patent medicine claim from a historical ad noting Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy that strengthens lungs and expels colds. The product is advertised as genuine in a yellow package and sold by all druggists.
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Foley
Mathews and Middlesex Democrats Nominate Candidate for House
A Virginia candidate announces intent to seek the Democratic nomination for the House of Delegates from the Mathews Middlesex district. He pledges to discuss issues with voters, lead the party to victory, and devote his time and abilities to public service if nominated and elected.
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Mathews
Middlesex
House of Delegates
Virginia
Foley's Honey and Tar for La Grippe Coughs
An old medical ad notes la grippe coughs can develop into pneumonia and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe remedy. It claims the product stops the cough, heals and strengthens lungs, and prevents serious results. Emphasizes that the genuine version has no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package, urging readers to refuse substitutes and buy from druggists.
Religious Author Reports Kidney Recovery with Remedy
Rev Joseph H Fesperman of SalisburyNC describes years of kidney trouble and a severe winter attack confining him to bed eight days. He says his urine contained a thick white sediment and he passed it frequently. After starting Foley's Kidney Remedy the pain abated and urine normalized enabling him to fully recommend the remedy sold by all druggists.
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Joseph H. Fesperman
Salisbury
N.C
Foley
Kidmey
Dr. Kilner
Kidimey
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N.Y
Dr. Kilmer
Binghamton, N. Y
Tornado Ravages Brinkley Area Kills Over Thirty
Reports speak of a devastating twister Tuesday night across parts of three states. In Brinkley Arkansas more than thirty dead and about a million dollars in property loss in minutes. Hundreds left homeless wander the area seeking shelter.
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Brinkley
Ark
Cyclone devastates Cuthbert Georgia amid blackout
Three special trains carried relief workers to the region after a cyclone struck the northwestern section of Cuthbert at 8 30 pm Tuesday leaving most of the area in darkness. Seventy five to one hundred dwellings and business houses were demolished many in the negro settlements. Hospitals opened in Helena and churches converted to care for the injured while Memphis and Little Rock call for funds and supplies.
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Helena
Memphis
Little Rock
Cuthbert
Death of Confederate veteran Thomas H. Williams at Diggs Virginia
Thomas H. Williams, respected Mathews resident and former Portsmouth educator and lawyer, died Saturday night March 6 near Diggs. Funeral services were held at his home March 8 with Reverends Cook and Phaup officiating. he leaves a widow Lilly and four children, two of whom died in infancy. A devout Christian and longtime teacher, his loss is mourned as a community asset.
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Thomas H. Williams
Mathews
Diggs
G. B. Cook
L.j.phaup
Williams
Portsmouth
Lilly
Stephen B Hughes Richmond business leader dies at 82
Stephen B Hughes 82, longtime Richmond businessman and former Richmond Howitzers Association president, died at his home 1002 Floyd Avenue. Death resulted from a grip attack after more than a week of illness. he had been with Drewry Hughes & Co since 1856 after starting with Thomas Hughes and Caldwell.
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Richmond
Richmond Howitzers Association
Stephen B. Hughes
Drewry Hughes & Co
Floyd Avenue
Hughes
Thomas, Hughes and Caldwell
Dr Gatewood Dies. West Point Native Was Marion Resident
Dr. Gatewood formerly of West Point Virginia died last Sunday at his daughter Mrs Moore’s home in Marion South Carolina. The body was taken to West Point Virginia for interment. He was the father of Mrs O Emmerson formerly of Norfolk now in Essex County.
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Gatewood
West Point
Moore
Marion
S. C
Dr. Gatewood
O. Emmerson
Norfolk
Essex County
Night on Bald Mountain Cures and Cure Claims
Fort Edward resident Alex Benton climbs Bald Mountain to help a neighbor with asthma using Dr. King's New Discovery. The medicine allegedly cures the neighbor and later his son's wife. The ad extols it as a top throat and lung remedy for coughs colds croup hemorrhages and hay fever among other ailments.
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Bald Mountain
Alex. Benton
Fort Edward
N.C
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