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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
2
The text weighs the Strother verdict and Judge Loving amid intense emotion and rowdy public opinion. It argues the man’s response might reflect protective instinct for family honor over strict legal rule, and questions whether the unwritten code should guide penalties in such cases.
Miss Lena Diggs and Mr. Oliver Hudgins wed at Rev W L Wares home in an Evening ceremony. Attendants included Fannie Diggs Marion Hudgins Sadie Minter Vandye Diggs and many Hudgins relatives. A later supper at the groom's home featured cream cake candy and fruits with guests presenting gifts.
The Merchants and Miners Transportation Company faces mounting trouble as ships run with ad hoc pilots and two captains to meet Chesapeake Bay regulations. Rich investor Capt Billups aided the Juniata with a pilot license, while the Kershaw sailed with two captains and a lone mate. Company executives warn settlements are needed to avoid ship layoffs.
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