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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1910
Page
8
Richmond Virginia to hold an early election for consolidation. Judge G. Christian of Lynchburg plans to arrive to set or promote the consolidation date toward Manchester by Friday. Attorney Pollard moved a suit in the corporation court regarding the disbursement of funds tied to heirs of Justice Newt and related estates.
Washington reports no advice from Nicaragua regarding the execution of Georges Cannon, ringleader in a plot tied to President Zelaya’s government. Two American girls reportedly arrested amid the tension, with details still unclear as to official statements.
Grand Central bound express halted at 6 pm Tuesday with passengers scrambling to depart. Abraham Lincoln Merritt, subway superintendent, toured eight cars seeking the cause after signaling confusion. a tall Countryman from Higseed Corners stood mid-car gripping a high strap, prompting questions about the door operation and guard signals.
A Prui ndood farmer Philip Jones gave his prize bull a pint of whiskey to cure pneumonia. The animal attacked the barnyard, threatening workers until neighbors intervened. The tale also mentions Stephen Elkins denying a Platt promise related to Harrison, and a river journey planned from the fall to Lewiston over six miles in ten minutes.
Richmond Va Special Attorney Drysdale and Lowenstein for Angelo Hamilton Lynchburg man on death row for murder of Sallie Hicks. they asked for pardon or commutation after presenting eyewitness affidavit calling it a homicide by accident and juror affidavits from eight jurors saying verdict would differ. Governor to review papers and grant a temporary respite as time allows.
Governor Wann issues proclamation designating April 1 as Arbor Day in Richmond Virginia. The text urges population to honor tree planting and preservation efforts as part of public welfare.
A New York World column discusses the evolving use of the term cuss from frontier and wartime contexts to modern slang. It cites examples from Jim Bludso and others, notes the decline due to Bowery slang, and mentions a British officer proposing a society to revive old words as fashion in language shifts.
Patrick's Day parade scene in the Bronx ends in panic when Thomas Reddy slips on a worn rubber surface near a crowded platform. A police officer and guards pull Reddy from the live rail edge as a bystander rushes to help. Reddy, an insurance agent from Tremont Avenue, is hospitalized with a fractured skull but survived, doctors noting his life not in danger.
Bronx Zoo reptile curator Raymond Ditmare arrives in Elizabeth New Jersey with Charley Snyder to lecture. They cross a parade line in Manhattan crossing with two cases of snakes. A police officer demands the snakes be shown then the band plays The Wearing of the Green. Three snakes die and others near death as Ditmars opens the cases.
New York special report on Joseph H. Choate former ambassador to United Kingdom who criticized the Public Service Commission as vindictive and grasping. Commission chair William R. Wilcox rebutted, saying the body seeks lawful improvements, not more power, and noting Choate’s remarks reflect lawyer fees and actions over wheel guaranty orders and “impossible orders” cited by Choate.
Special Judge Charles P. Orr faced a risqué patent dispute in U S District Court Pittsburg Virginia as six young women were displayed by attorneys to illustrate the corset claim. One model was selected to demonstrate the garment’s fit, causing the judge to shift uncomfortably while the attorneys pressed their case.
A period piece on credit collection. The Credit Man learns human foibles, noting the need to start early and persistently pursue debtors. It emphasizes practical, sometimes blunt methods and the craft of obtaining payment, citing Edward C. Blemever’s Work of the Credit Man.
A passage from The Work of the Credit Man by Edward C. Blomeyer emphasizes tact and friendliness in collections. It argues the major work is managing accounts and maintaining customer relations, since harsh letters risk losing repeat business and can undo months or years of rapport. Leading customers to pay is preferable to driving them, with drive-coming only after polite attempts fail.
R R men and railroad officials ratified the State Board of Arbitration ruling granting switchmen a two cent hourly raise. The agreement raises annual wages from 330000 to 275000 dollars overall. Both sides voiced disappointment but pledged to honor the arbitration decision amid prior commitments to its outcome.
Louisville report states leather workers will announce a nationwide strike action on Monday, signaling a major labor conflict ahead of negotiations.
Richmond special notes Governor Mann nearing completion of reading and signing last General Assembly measures while delaying several likely for veto. Local nature bills predominate. 110th legislature passed about 378 bills, with 245 House and remainder Senate. likely variations remain pending.
In a domestic dispute the bride refuses to hand over her husband’s wages, arguing equal rights. the magistrate rules that a husband may keep some funds and orders no absolute wage control. The couple, described as Bookbinder and bride, depart the court dissatisfied.
Movil of William County Virginia faces a claim tied to a $9,500 horse wager from Los Angeles. Powell, a defendant, is cited in the chaotic testimony as detailing a deliberate harm. The witness recalls the grim scene and says he feared walking back to Virginia.
In North Carolina the first execution under a new criminal byelaw system was carried out at the State penitentiary. The condemned, Merri son, a Black man, was convicted of assault and rape of an Indigenous woman from the Croatam tribe in Robeson County. He had received several gubernatorial reprieves due to delays in obtaining the death shaft and apparatus. The initial date had been set for last September.
A Special to the Advance reports Dallas Wright was convicted in Lynchburg Virginia of murdering the Stuart brothers. He was sentenced to execution but the court suspended the appeal. The proceedings also involve Richard Perkins, charged in the same case and tried on the same day.
The book keeper tells the junior partner needs attention immediately. The office boy dismisses the urgency saying the partner only wants to learn which new Players have been signed.
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