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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1911
Page
4
A fragment from Raven Mary in Mock Ark cites a local drug dealer who claims to have saved lives over 28 years. He promotes Dr King's Discovery as a remedy for cold sore throat hoarseness cough croup asthma and bronchial issues, urging neighbors to try it.
J Christian announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for the Virginia House of Delegates in Mathews and Middlesex. He seeks voter approval at the September 7 primary and expresses appreciation for support. The note is dated Blakes Va March 6 1911.
Walter Somers announces his candidacy for the Virginia House of Delegates as a Reform Democrat aligned with Bryan movement. He pledges Jeffersonian principles, direct democracy reforms, economy, and cooperation with voters to curb state corruption while supporting W. A. Jones.
A writer announces candidacy for the House of Delegates from Math ews and Middlesex counties. He pledges to serve faithfully, says he is in sympathy with the people, and will advocate measures that promote the public good. He identifies as a Democrat.
H D Ely of Bantam Ohio refused amputation for a four year ulcer and credits Ruckien's Armor Salve with complete cure. Ad claims it heals burns, sores, bruises, eczema and piles. 25 cents at all druggists.
The Lynchburg News praises Governor Swanson after leaving office, urging Virginia youth to stay rural. Prof Paul Barringer’s speech urges young men to build farm life and community service, arguing the farm sustains government, society, and moral standards.
The text argues that faith in young people and their capacity for good is greater than imagined. it urges directing energies of Local and State governments to persuade and mobilize youth for constructive work as the nation’s future.
Mrs. Columbia Hurst, 68, died February 1 at home of Loyd J. Dives after a heart attack. She leaves two children George W. Hurst and Mrs. Loyd J. Diggs, two grandchildren Lillian and Dana Diggs, and many relatives. Funeral at home conducted by Rev. L. J. Phaup and Rev. George Gowan. burial in the family cemetery.
Northern Neck leaders touring Norfolk to urge an independent steamboat line between the Rappahannock Valley and Norfolk. Norfolk already supports a York River steamship route and hopes to extend service to Mathews and Piankatank regions. Dr C M Rains of Mathews Board of Trade calls a Tuesday 3 PM meeting to consolidate interests and plan actions.
The Civic League women announce a trip from Hicks Williams Philpotts and Diges Wharpyes to Norfolk on an inexact June date to raise funds for Mathews High School. The outing promises eight hours in Norfolk with a fun filled, no worry experience for all participants.
Senator Swanson of Virginia files in the U.S. Senate a Good Roads bill seeking 100 million dollars for post roads and rural delivery routes. The plan would spend 20 million annually under USDA Public Roads supervision with state aid covering half of costs upon road completion. Accomack News.
The Woodworth Company of 1161 Broadway New York offers a free experimental package of Senpine advertised as a cure for asthma hay fever bronchitis and catarrh. It claims to heal long standing cases regardless of climate and urges readers who failed other remedies to request a trial.
Mr Russell Sage Foster and Miss Daisy Powell Wilson, both of Norfolk, were married in the Lynnhaven Hotel on Wednesday May 17. Foster is the son of Captain John B. Foster and is known locally for his many friends.
Mr B V Forest of Mathews C H wed Miss Lala B Callis daughter of Mr and Mrs A J Callis of Gwynns on Saturday night at the bride’s home. Rev George Gowen performed the ceremony. The couple will reside with the groom’s parents.
A good crowd gathered at Saluda on Tuesday the first day of May session of court. Middlesex county offices have several candidates with local politics at play. In the afternoon Hon. Carter Glass campaigned for the Senate, delivering a brilliant speech to a large attentive audience. He spoke again at West Point that night.
J M Howell a popular Greensburg Kentucky druggist says his family uses Cham berisin’s Cugs Remedy and finds it excellent. Local dealer ad copy notes sales and endorsements for the product.
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