Obituary notices and readings policy explained
The Journal outlines advertising and reading notice rates and deadlines. Obstacles and resolutions limited to paid matter with five cent per line, communications for office candidates charged at regular rates, reading notices ten cents per reading, transient ads fifty cents per insertion plus twenty five cents per inch if unchanged. Correspondents urged to mail news letters by Wednesday morning to avoid carryover delays.
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Editorial Letter Supports Christian in House Race
The Journal agrees with Southside Sentinel on Mr Evans but argues others may aspire to the Virginia House of Delegates. It defends Mr Christian’s right to run, praises his abilities, and urges supporters to keep him in the race for the forthcoming campaign.
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House of Delegates
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Mathews
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the Sentinel
High School Hope in Editor Letter Reply
Mr J D Eggle ston Jr replies to the editor’s 18th letter seeking a favorable resolution. The missive, dated March 20, 1909, indicates travel in Southwest Virginia and an intention to return to the city, with hopes for a satisfactory adjustment through the superintendent’s response.
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J. D. Eggleston, Jr
Letter from Supt Lane about school inspector report
A morning note to Superintendent Lane questions the scope of a report. School Examiner Willis A. Jenkins reportedly did not examine the school, according to Lane’s reply back to the writer.
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A Lees
Lane
Willis A. Jenkins
Jenkins
J. D. Eggleston Jr
Public Instruction
Uncle Cannon Holds Power in House Again
The writer argues that Cannon retains control, surpassing reform promises of the past. Despite slight rule changes, Cannon’s influence remains dominant and his critics doubt opposition within the Democrats will remove him. The piece laments missed chances to oust the wily foe.
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Cannon
Republican Party
Cannons
Bin
Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted as Safe Cough Remedy
The ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe, drug free cure for stubborn coughs and colds. It warns against unknown remedies and urges insistence on the genuine product, sold by all druggists.
U D C Gloucester Protest Prize Essay Award
The Sallie Tompkins Chapter of the U D C in Gloucester County met March 13 at the Gloucester Rectory and passed resolutions protesting the $100 prize for a Gen General Lee essay to Miss Boysen of Columbia University. Virginia chapters increasingly joined in protest.
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Sallie Tompkins
Gloucester County
Gloucester
Gen. Lee
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promised Quick Family Heal
A caller urges a druggist to hurry with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claiming it cured a burned baby a cut foot a pile ache and burned corns for the whole family. The announcer insists ita the greatest healer on earth and notes it is sold by all druggists.
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Moses
Baby
Johnnie
Mamie
Billie
Store Destroyed by Fire in Middlesex County
A two story department store, a grocery, and a large barn with corn and grain burned between Locust Hill and Harmony Village. Owned by J. William Daniel, the loss is about 15000 dollars with 6500 dollars insured. The fire occurred Sunday afternoon and is believed caused by mice.
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J. William Daniel
Locust Hill
Harmony Village
Middlesex County
Democratic Nomination Bid for Mathews Middlesex Delegates
A Virginia candidate announces intent to seek the Democratic nomination for the House of Delegates representing Mathews and Middlesex. He pledges to engage voters, discuss issues, lead the party to victory, and devote his time and abilities to public service if chosen.
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Mathews
Middlesex
Miyself
House of Delegates
Virginia
Reverend Fesperman Narrates Kidney Remedy Cure
Salis bury NC author Reverend Joseph H Fesperman describes years of kidney trouble culminating in a severe winter attack. He details bed confinement and discolored urine before using Foley s Kidney Remedy which reduced pain and restored normal urine. He endorses the product. Distributed by all druggists.
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Joseph H. Fesperman
Salisbury
N. C
Foley
Oystermen End Season Amid Low Demand and Losses
Commander Howard of the State police reports oyster fishermen faced the most unprofitable season in years as demand and prices stayed low despite ample supply. Some lost tens of thousands while dredging ended with few boats active and packing houses holding leftovers from last season. He notes the season’s end reduced law violations and suggests the industry may see better compliance next year.
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Commander Howard
Howard
Dr Kings New Life Pills Claim Quick Liver Cure
Ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a fast remedy for sour stomach constipation indigestion biliousness jaundice sickness headaches chills and malaria. Drugstores report unprecedented sales and claim a complete cure for common digestive ailments at 25 cents.
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King
Ita
Miller Leaves Monday to Carry Out Errand
The passage notes the school’s demand for a full term and criticizes the weak pretext on which the appropriation was withdrawn. Mr Miller departed Monday to execute his errand.
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Miller
Simple Remedy for Lagrippe Coughs
Lagrippe coughs can develop into pneumonia. Foley's Honey and Tar stops the cough and aids healing, strengthening the lungs to prevent serious results. Genuine product contains no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes, sold by all druggists.
Evans Announces Candidacy for House of Delegates
W D Evans declares his bid for the Democratic nomination and election to the House of Delegates representing Mathews and Middlesex counties. He highlights his previous legislative service and pledges to protect constituents’ interests if reelected.
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House of Delegates
Mathews
Middlesex
W D. Evans
Night on Bald Mountain Cures Asthma Believed Miracle Medicine
On a lonely night Alex Benton of Fort Edward climbed Bald Mountain to the neighbor's home to treat asthma with Dr King’s New Discovery. The medicine allegedly cured the neighbor and later his son's wife of serious lung troubles. It is advertised as a universal lung remedy, with a 1 cent to $1 price and a free trial bottle.
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Alex. Benton
Fort Edward
N.C
Bald Mountain
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Hinghamton
Court notes: multiple Commonwealth cases and verdicts
The record shows Randolph Hudgins found guilty of a felony and sentenced to one year in the penitentiary. Beverly Epps case continued. Hudgins, Grover Hudgins, and John Pugh faced abusive language charges with a sustained verdict. Hudgins and Pugh unlawful assembly verdict sustained without jail sentence. All civil matters continued.
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Commonwealth
Randolph Hudgins
Beverly Epps
Randolph Hodgins
Grover Hudgins
John Pugh
Notice of Store Reopening by S P James
S P James announces the storehouse repair will soon finish and a reopening with up-to-date stock of fancy and heavy groceries. He thanks patrons for prior patronage and asks continued support, promising top focus on flour tea and coffee.
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S. P. James
Thrice-Week World offers full political coverage deal
The Thrice-a-Week World promises detailed reporting on the upcoming presidential election and the race between candidates. It emphasizes impartial, fearless news and offers a yearly subscription of $1 for 156 pages, with a combined offer including Tue Mararns Journal for $1.65 per year.
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What Wife Says Goes In Property Painters Tale
A fragmented column discusses property owners who demand control over painting projects. It contrasts skilled painters with incompetent workers, noting owners often rush materials and timing, interrupt work, and misinterpret delays as neglect. The piece argues owners harm quality and waste resources through meddling.
School Board Delegates to Richmond Over High School Funds
The County School Board met at the Courthouse on Saturday and after a vigorous discussion of withdrawing the High School appropriation they decided to send a delegate to Richmond to present the matter to the State Board. S. F. Miller was chosen to represent the Mathews board and urged an extension of term.
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Richmond
S. F. Miller
Mathews
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