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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1905
Page
2
The passage outlines rates for first and subsequent newspaper advertisements and notices. It notes that only signed communications will be published, with business managers and editors urging timely submissions before Wednesday morning to avoid being carried over to the next week.
An unsigned reminiscence argues for a Chesapeake Bay Railway tapping the Northern Neck from Richmond to Tidewater. It questions plans to run a line from Rich mond toward Fredericksburg, notes potential commerce gains, and warns the proposed route may favor a local business interest over broader regional benefit. The piece contends a more northern terminus could boost trade across the Rappahannock and York rivers while criticizing secrecy and influence in road proposals.
Plans are under way to revive the old State Fair at Richmond. Organizers invite all who recall past pleasures to join in the return as the venture aims to recreate the festive atmosphere with entertainment for families and visitors, including local exhibitors and activities.
The report notes that there is no ground for Mr. Smith's uneasiness about the election. It mentions the situation around his election and reassures observers that tensions are unfounded.
Travelogue recounts a Baltimore to St Louis rail journey October 2 to 10 via Norfolk Richmond Clifton Forge Greenbrier Kanawha and Blue Grass regions. The writer visits friends at missions and Kentucky University, notes scenic mountains rivers tunnels and bridges, and reflects on landscapes and hospitality before returning to St Louis.
Monday last an education meeting in Mathews Court House featured Dr E H Russell Examiner and Inspector for the First School District of Virginia. Thos B Lane opened the session and L C Garnett introduced Russell who delivered an hour and a half address urging expanded public schooling, longer terms, better buildings and higher teacher pay. Russell urged a 20 and 20 local tax increase, followed by Hon J Boyd Sears advocating greater educational interest. A resolution to raise the county levy to 20 cents and district levy to 20 cents on the $100 was unanimously adopted.
Sympathy extends to Andrew Davis as grandfather dies. An inferred Friday horse incident near the bogey caused two Misses to be jostled. no bones broken, they returned to school next morning. Yellow and black colors chosen for the committee. Arithmetic results list Fox, Foster, Miles. Dr. Russell delivered a District address urging better public school support and lifelong learning. Senator Sears followed with a practical educational address.
In a court house audience Monday, Hon J Boyd Sears out argued H K Wolcott in a joint discussion on Republicanism versus Democratic candidates for the Thirty ninth Senatorial District. The Gloucester crowd called the exchange satisfying to Sears supporters and critical of Wolcott, praising Sears as a formidable Democratic champion.
Hellam’s Sure Cure for indigestion claims repeated payment in Jolly Good Health. Advertises relief from nervousness heart burn sour stomach and nausea, labeled a great destroyer of health and happiness and a paying investment. Lists numerous local distributors and druggists including Hudgins Hudgins Susans W O Hudgins Co New Point and more.
Port Haywoon Mathews County Virginia November 16 1965 expresses deep gratitude to residents of Mathews and Middlesex counties for renewed support. The memo pledges faithful service in a non partisan, welfare driven manner and will not seek re election under any circumstance.
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