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Mathews Journal

Location

Mathews, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1912

Page

4

Obituaries and Election Returns in Local Ledger

Obituaries and funeral pallbearer note for W A Jones alongside election totals from every precinct with Wilson leading Taft Roosevelt Chafin Debs and Reimer. Reedville fish factory men mull sale option with a prospective purchaser higher premium and possible plant consolidation per Northumberland Echo.

Wilson Taft Roosevelt Chafin Debs Reimer Reedville Payne Northumberland Echo

Democratic Support for Tariff Call by President

The article praises Mr. Wilson’s pledge to call an extra session after inauguration to revise the tariff. It argues that Democrats and liberal Republicans will welcome the move as proof of his sincerity and determination to fulfill promises. It extols him as a clean capable statesman reflecting credit on the Democratic Party.

Wilson Congress Democratic Party

Court News Roundup Long Docket At Session

An average crowd attended court on Monday with few cases on the docket though several were lengthy. Court likely to sit all week as rulings emerge. Cases include revenue matters from Commonwealth v W L James and others withdrawn with costs. judgments in A Brinkley & Co vs Hunley. Haynes versus Postles reversed on appeal. Richardson vs Hoskins Lumber demurrer sustained. Piankitank fishermen versus B C A Co ongoing.

Commonwealth Va W. L Jefferson James Commonwealth V. H. Machen Carrol Oliver Atwell White Walter Carter Justice's Court Circuit Court A. Brinkley & Co, Inc C. V. Hunley Action T. H. Richardson J. S. Hoskins Lumber Co Piankitank Fishermen

Hung Jury in Smith Case Leaves Defendant Free on Bail

Joseph Smith was tried at the Gloucester term for the murder of his young wife in Guinea last summer. The jury failed to reach a verdict, and he is now out on 7500 dollars bail.

Joseph Smith Gloucester Guinea

Gratitude for Rev L J Phaup from Mathews Circuit Stewards

The Mathews Circuit stewards express sincere gratitude to Rev L J Phaup for four years of pastoral service. They praise his tireless, principled leadership, resilience in afflictions, and unwavering integrity. They extend blessing, best wishes, and prosperity for his future endeavors. Signed by numerous stewards and community members.

Mathews Circuit L. J. Phaup Walter R. Stoakes Herbert L. Morgan Frank P. Callia James P. Diggs Robi. J. Campbell Wim. E. Diggs Geo L. Diggs Wilbur C. Diggs R. C. Brooks L. M. Travers Laban Hudgion Chi'm Ed. Stewards Mathews Clio Walter F .Judgins J. L. Ward Rich T. Trusch John L. Callis A. J. Digus A. C. Hudgins

New Discovery Cures Coughs and Colds Across Porto Rico

From Porto Rico reports praise for Dr Kings New Discovery with cures for coughs colds and chest troubles. Ramon T Marchan of Barceloneta says it helped five of his family and more than twenty others. Trial bottle free 50c to 1 guaranteed by druggists.

Porto Rico Ramon T. Marchan Barceloneta Dr. King

Marriages in Middlesex and Nearby Virginia Weddings

Multiple unions reported across Virginia and Maryland areas. Gloucester groom William of Gloucester wed Florence Fitchett of Middlesex on a Tuesday morning. Claire Beecher Williams married Louis Taliaferro Headly at Lauda Baptist parsonage. William D. Hudgins wed Katie Collier on November 9 at Saluda. Birdie Lee Smither and M B Evans married November 12 near Churchview. 官方: Southside Sentinel notes couple's departure for trips after ceremonies.

Williama Gloucester Florence Fitchett Middlesex Haislip Baptist Parsonage Laluda Claire Beecher Williams E. L. Hardcastle Louis Taliaferro Headly Village Edmund L. Hardcastle William D. Hudgins Katie Collier Saluda Birdie Lee Smither T. S. Smither M. B. Evans Churchview J. W. Hart

Electric Bitters Featured In Ailing Health Claim

A serial advertisement recounts an Ohio man flagging a train to avert disaster and credits H. T. Atkinson of Raleigh with preventing a wreck using Electric Bitters. The testimonial claims four bottles cured stomach, liver and kidney issues, urging a trial at 50 cents.

Ohio H. T. Atkinson Raleigh N. C

Body of Elmar Shackleford Found After Norfolk Harbor Drowning

The body of Elmar Shackleford of Foster, who drowned from the tug Lynbaren in Norfolk Harbor last week, was found near the St Helena training station on Monday and brought to Mathews on Tuesday. Funeral services were held at Macedonia Church on Wednesday at 1 PM by Rev. J. C. Walker and burial was in Trinity cemetery.

Elmar Shackleford Foster

Bucklin Arnica Salve Praised at Market Stands

A vendor holds a small round box and proclaims Bucklin's Arnica Salve superior for burns boils ulcers sores eczema cuts sprains and bruises. The crowd cheers as he touts it as a sure pile cure and notes a price of 25 cents at all druggists.

Resolutions of Sympathy for Miss Etta Williams

The Central M. E. Sunday school at Mathews Virginia expresses deep sympathy for the bereaved family of Miss Etta Williams. They note Williams was a faithful co laborer in the Masters vineyard and hope she continues in the Lord's work in a new field. Resolutions include sending a copy to Miss Williams minutes and publication in the county paper. Oct 30, 1912.

Etta Williams M. E. Sunday School Mathews

Is Your Husband Cross

An irritable disposition is often due to a disordered stomach. A man with good digestion is usually good natured. Many have been permanently cured of stomach trouble by taking Chamberlin's Tablets. For sale by all dealers.

Chamberlin

Tax collection schedule before penalty in Mathews county

County treasurer announces tax collection at multiple locations and dates from Nov 23 to Dec 7. Locations include Mathews C H Port Haywood New Point P O Susan P O Gwynns P O Cobbs Creek Mobjack and more with specified morning to afternoon hours. Penalty of five percent applies after these dates.

Mathews C. H Port Haywood

Conference Appointments in Virginia Society

The 130th session of the Virginia Conference M E Church South adjourned in Lynchburg after harmony and improved reports. The Rappahannock District lists appointments from Bethany to York with supply roles and new postings, including Montross and West Point. Members L J. Phaup East Dinwiddie J.A. Winn Barton Heights D G C. Butts Princess Anne W L Ware South Hill among others.

Virginia M. E. Church South Lynchburg Rappahannock W. G. Dogws P. E King & Queen J. C. Degges King William W. P Lancaster J. C. Harry Mathews N. B. Foushee Middlesex C. E. Hobday Montross Richmond C. H. Kidd Shacklefords S. E. Lucas Urbanna O. M. Clarke West Lancaster A. M

Chamberlin's Cough Kemedy Praised by Lavonia Resident

Mrs Hugh Campbell of Lavonia Ga writes that Chamberlin's Cough Kemedy is the best couch medicine she has used. She reports it satisfactory for her children and notes it is for sale by all dealers.

Chamberlin Hugh Campell Lavonia

October Farmers Bulletin on seed corn lime fertilizers and hog disease

Commissioner George Koiner announces the October Farmers Bulletin is ready for farmers who request it. It covers seed corn choices, a picture of the pur which took the El See paige at the National Corr show, lime and fertilizers, and an article on the Silo. It discusses hog cholera serum value to prevent the disease. Send name and address for free mailing.

George Koiner el See Paige Aleo

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