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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
2
The Journal lists annual subscription at 1.00 in advance and charges for transient, obituaries, readings, and communications with set per-line or per-inch rates. It urges timely correspondence and requires signatures for publications, noting no anonymous notices will be printed.
The Journal reports a movement to construct a substantial East River draw bridge from Riverside Farm to Magnolia. It calls the project beneficial for travel, potential revenue for builders, and a future public asset uniting White's Neck with Mathews Court House, urging support to improve roads and social life.
In a dated exchange, editors argue Hon. W. A. Jones should not claim Congress as his due, praising Otho F. Mears for fitness and public service. They note Jones’ experience and knowledge of federal legislation as compelling, while opponents emphasize party needs and historical claims. The discourse reveals intra party rivalries and jurisdictional arguments within the Democratic slate.
The passage argues Mr. Jones lacks an important committee seat but emphasizes his long focus on government questions tariff finance commerce insular affairs and legislative experience. With Democrats in control of Congress his knowledge and record make him the most useful choice for the party and people in the next Congress.
Foley and Co Chicago originated Honey and Tar as a throat remedy and its popularity spawned many imitations with similar names. Warns buyers to avoid substitutes and seek the genuine in a yellow package. Sold by S. E. Richardson.
Mrs Marchant closes her school Friday May 11 after months of faithful labor and clear results. Miss James will finish Friday May 18 as pupils praise her meritorious work. Examinations begin next Monday and run two weeks. closing exercises are set for June 11 with prizes from citizens. Students are urged to join the collections program, cataloguing postals, stamps, and crests to boost intellectual profit.
Alvin H. Stimpson of Willimantic Conn. claims Foley's Kidney Cure saved him after many failed remedies. He says four bottles cured his acute kidney trouble and left him entirely well. Product sold by S. E. Richardson.
Miss Annie Richardson becomes the bride of Grover Cleveland Ashbury at Providence Church West Mathews Circuit. The Rev C H Williams united the couple on May 17. Congratulations and best wishes for a joyful life together.
The faculty and students invite the public to attend the closing exercises on Friday May 25 at 8 30 PM. An interesting program has been prepared by the students and the ladies of refreshment.
Poetic reminiscence of youth and love under moonlight. The speaker recalls sweet memories with a maiden, wandering lanes at eventide, listening to night birds, and telling the old story of love that endures. Memory and longing blend as time changes the maiden into a matron, yet the tale remains true.
It claims to relieve chronic indigestion and dyspepsia by digesting what you eat and strengthening digestive organs. The advertisement likens the stomach to a boiler and says Kodol digests food, improving vitality and performance, sold by S. K. Richardson.
The Old Baptist Church group staged dialogues recitations and songs at W EE Marchant's Cricket Hill factory Tuesday night. A large appreciative audience enjoyed lunch and ice cream. Thanks were given to the ladies of Brother Snyder's church for their energetic effort as the debt on the handsome Mathews church is hoped to be paid off.
An old advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as best for burns, sunburns, cuts, bruises and piles. It warns of imitators and urges customers to ask for Dewitt’s with the E C DeWitt & Co Chicago label on every box. sold by S Richardson.
Providence Baptist Church expresses gratitude to white supporters who aided its recent financial struggle. G T Gernet and S E Richardson spoke at 3 PM, donating $5 each, followed by Rev. Richard Ferguson’s 8 PM sermon described as grand and spirit filled as the congregation listened attentively.
The document lists multiple donors including Mrs. John A Fleet and Hon. L. C. Garnett with amounts from $1 to $5, totaling $156.82 in cash with about $30 more expected, bringing near $186.82. The note closes with a blessing for Zion's peace and prosperity.
Those who have not settled last year’s taxes are urged to pay now to avoid 6 percent interest added in June. The treasurer announces in-person hours on Thursdays and Saturdays, with deputy W F Jarvis available Saturdays, to prevent land returns delinquent.
Westville First and Third Sundays 11 A M, Holly Grove Second and Fourth Sundays 11 A M, Oak Grove First and Third Sundays 3 P M. Night services alternating at the three churches.
Sealed proposals invited by T. Christian for building a public school house near Baptist Church in Frankitank District Miakes Va. House 22 by 42 feet with specified timber sizes and framing 16 inch centers except rafters two feet. Details cover corners sills joists rafters doors and windows, flooring, ceilings, wainscoting, brick underpinning, shingles, and finish. Board may accept or reject bids.
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