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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1912
Page
4
The Journal editorial celebrates a Democratic victory after years of defeat, likening the moment to a long-sought day and invoking Jeffersonian Democracy as the rallying principle. It urges the party and leaders to meet the responsibility placed on them by the people of the United States.
The Mathews Journal letter-writer condemns road neglect across Westville Chesapeake districts. He cites cost disparities, urges competent superintendents, calls for highway ties to Richmond and Washington offices, and proposes simple, effective fixes like split log drags and regular maintenance to end muddy, sandy roads. He references Farmers Bulletin 321 and suggests reading World's Works for road articles.
Approximate results from Tuesday's election show the Democrats won a great victory securing the Presidency and an increased House majority with a likely Senate majority. The solid South and several states gave Wilson and Marshall 395 electoral votes. Taft 8 and Roosevelt 112 for 4 states. Virginia shows a large Democratic margin while Slemp wins a congressional seat.
An Ohio man flagged a train and saved it from a wreck while another account recalls T. Atkinson of Raleigh crediting Electric Bitters for curing severe stomach and liver troubles after suffering a grave condition. Four bottles claimed to restore health. trial urged with price five cents at druggists.
Miss Christine Phaup and Miss Ritchie Hudgins hosted a Halloween party at Miss Phaup’s home in the Methodist Parsonage last Thursday. The home featured autumn leaves and red berries with a red and yellow color scheme, games were played, instrumental music by W D Cridlin and George G Fogle, and vocal numbers by Helen Marsden. Guests included Mr and Mrs 8P James, Mr and Mrs Wyatt Wolffe, Dr and Mrs A G Vaden, and many others, with Rev George Gowen in attendance.
A fire hero raises a small round box amid cheering crowds, proclaiming Budjlin’s Arnica Salve as best for burns boils ulcers and skin ailments. He touts its anti inflammatory, pain killing effects and sets a price of 25 cents at druggists.
A temperance meeting is planned at the Disciples church in Mathews County Health on Sunday night November 10. The program includes hymns prayers readings solos and an address on temperance by Rev Gowen. Participants include Mr Muse Foster Dr and Mrs Hoskins Mrs G S Griener Miss Lynda Douglas and others.
On the first sign of indigestion, Dr King’s New Life Pills should be taken to tone the stomach and regulate the liver kidneys and bowels. Pleasant easy safe and supply 35c at all druggists.
The Journal will accept and forward all contributions to the Democratic National Campaign Fund. Amount received and forwarded $17. A testimonial claims Chamberlin's Cough Remedy cured whooping cough in children, noting a high fever and coughing up blood, with the mother praising the product and urging dealers to carry it.
A large crowd attended the Matthews School Fair, with top exhibits and lively contests. Winners include Ruby Sibley, Elizabeth Pugh, Virginia Pugh, Mable Fox, and many others in basketry, drawn items, sewn outfits, and farm produce, as students from multiple schools showcased talent and skill across categories.
Holiday shoppers are urged to visit William J. Miller's Jewelry Store to see a curated set of watches silverware and jewelry. The shop touts seasonal woods and ready cooperation with customers offering competitive prices and a wide variety to compare with other stores.
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