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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1910
Page
3
The Journal details rates for obituaries resolutions and readings notices and emphasizes paid placement. It notes five cent per line charges for obituaries and resolutions and regular line rates for candidate communications and reading notices with transient ads 50 cents per inch first insertion and 25 cents per inch for subsequent insertions.
In a 1910 reflection, the writer contrasts Puritan thanksgiving with modern progress driven by wealth and machinery. The piece urges a return to earnest gratitude toward the Almighty, noting the need for one day of humility and thanks amid turmoil and advancing technology. It also mentions amendments that were reported as passing but later found to be in error.
The wedding of Miss Helen to Mr. L E aps popal of Middlesex was held last Saturday at Capt and Mrs W H Vewick’s home Waterview. The bridal party, decorations of palms ferns chrysanthemums and autun leaves, and Arch ceremony with Rev J T Routten assisted by Rev K A Robinson marked the event.
The article notes a stark ultimatum from Col. T. R. Galivane and comments on Mexico's growing restiveness as a small state. It recalls the 1847 US intervention and implies the United States would again respond firmly when needed.
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A devotional meditation praising God as Creator and Sustainer. The speaker extols divine power in moonlit seas, thunder, sunlight, rain, wind, and the vast cosmos, affirming God as both matter and spirit. The piece celebrates life’s journey from hunger to humanity and the infinite reach of the divine.
Mrs Cordelia Miles Stuart 43 wife of J E Stuart of Hampton died at home November 1 after a year with tuberculosis. Funeral at Bethel Church November 17 conducted by Rev George W Wray, burial in Pear Tree Cemetery. She formerly lived in Mathews County and was daughter of the late Captain Miles Thomas and Mrs Mary Knight Thomas. She leaves a husband two children and one sister Mrs Filmore Hudgins.
Mrs Elizabeth K Hudgins died at her son in law Ezekiel Hudgins home in New Point on Monday at 9 PM aged 82. The funeral was held yesterday at 2 PM at the home by Rev George Thomas. She was highly esteemed and survived by two daughters Mrs E Hudgins and Mrs Jno Thomas and many grandchildren.
Wedding held at Bethel M E Church Tuesday morning November 22 at A M Rev J A Winn officiated Miss Hutson daughter of Mr and Mrs Geo L Hutson and groom son of Mr and Mrs J E Hudgins both families well known in New Point.
One of the prettiest autumn weddings took place Wednesday at 5 PM at 419 Reservoir Avenue. Ce lestia Virginia Armstrong daughter of Mrs J D Armstrong married John Dixon Marchant, both of this city.
A financial condition statement for Novroth located in Mathews County Virginia closes its business year 1910. The document was submitted to the State Corporation Commission.
The fragment lists Loans and Discounts 177255.19, Overdrafts unsecured 1805.10, Bonds and Securities 124500.00, Banking House and Lot 12114.04, from National Banks 11587.49, Due from State Banks Private Bankers and Trust Companies 18829.82, Paper currency 14200.00, Fractional currency 223.72, Gold coin 300.00, Silver coin 4500.00, totaling 365315.32.
Capital stock paid in 47200.00 Surplus fund 550.00 Undivided profits 2773.99 Individual deposits 295456.68 Certified checks 299.53 Cashier's checks outstanding 285.11 Due to state banks 18750.01 365315.32 I J P Nottingham cashier swears this is a true statement of financial condition for The Gloucester Mathews Bank Inc Mathews Virginia as of Nov 16 1910 Notary Sands Smith.
At the Fair Grounds on Thursday a notable match race between S. Bedworth and Emma Bedworth took place. Emma won heats one and three while heat two was a draw. S. K. Bedworth won the remaining heats. Times ranged from 2.20% to 2.26, highlighting a hard fought contest.
An old advertisement touts King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for liver and stomach troubles. It claims the pills expel toxins, restore health to the weak and nervous, and bring hope, with a price of 25 cents at all druggists.
A notice seeks a sober industrious partner for a dry goods business in Mathews Virginia with H Oldstand and a prime location. Address X Journal Office. Also a farm worker wanted with six room house firewood garden and good wages offered by S G Miller Mathews.
We have just arrived from Baltimore with up-to-date millinery. Mil liner Susy Spies will show you the line. A nice line of fine devis goods and silks. Shoes larger than ever with prices from 1 cent to 4 dollars. Extra fine line of mens suits overcoats and boys suits. Also stoves and mattresses double and single. No rent or clerk to pay, cash buys save money.
Ravena Tex resident Mrs Ellie Tiler reports blindness from cataracts cleared after using Sutherlands Eagle Eye Salve. She claims it removed the scum from her eyes and restored sight. Price listed as 2s 6d per tube.
The timetable lists Sunday Wednesday departures from Pier 9 Light of Wharf Baltimore to Freeport and intermediate landings with arrival times given at each stop. Return sailings run Tuesday and Friday. times indicate when steamers may depart or arrive but are not guaranteed and delays are not the company’s responsibility. Freight cut off is 5 P.M. on sailing days. signatures include W. P. M. Wiltaxrp Thompson and A. R. Beaven among officials.
Why pay high prices for off the rack suits when custom tailoring ensures better curves and lasting shape. KR Foster offers fitting services with proper linings and durable construction. Visit Mathews Joe in James' old store for a line of patterns and expert advice.
Quick Delivery Automobile offers transport to boats and other points on short notice. Services include engine work, dry batteries, details and supplies. Miller and Son and Mathews C H Va trade in grinding corn for feed and table use.
A New York City notice proclaims top market prices on all fish including shad and promises fair returns. It urges Mathews fishermen to ship to the author and mentions cooperation with Fulton National Bank and Peoples Trust Co of Brooklyn.
A Cood Position is available for ambitious young men and women in Wireless or Railway Telegraphy. Since the 8 hour law and wireless stations expanding nationwide, telegraphers are in short supply. Beginners earn 70 to 80 dollars monthly with room to advance. The National Telegraph Institute runs six official institutes under A A and Wireless supervision and places all graduates. Write for full details to Cincinnati Ohio or Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
A historical notice promotes Williams & Co at Williams Wharf Va offering galv iron hardware including rope anchors grapnels blocks screw buckles wheels screw eyes brass hinges and hasps and various mast hardware as a specialty for ships.
An advertisement describes Dr Bell's Anti Pain as acting like malt and providing almost instant relief for external ailments. It markets a general pain relief remedy with broad claims and usage.
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