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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1909
Page
2
Obituary Notice Billing Policy and Date
Obituaries and resolutions of respect are restricted to paid insertion at five cents per line. The entry notesThursday October 7, 1909 as the relevant date for display.
County Fair Exhibits Boost Agriculture Over Racing
The county fair should focus on strong farm displays alongside racing. Farmers are urged to show creditable agricultural products to improve county standing, spark healthy competition, and advance farming interests. Ladies are encouraged to contribute attractively crafted exhibits and appealing foods from Matthews.
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Mathews
Lord Norcrirfe Praises Roosevelt During New York Visit
English publisher Lord Norcrirfe arrives in New York and hails Theodore Roosevelt as a great man. He notes that a nation seldom produces such figures, but adds a cautious comment that the latter portion of his assertion may be fortunate for America.
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Lord Norcrirfe
New York
Roosevelt
America
No preacher can lead an honest life says Rev Carrick
The quotation questions holy leaders and wonders if laymen and sinners also stray. The minister Reverend D H Carrick criticizes public figures for hypocrisy and implies broader moral failings among believers.
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D.H. Carrick
Russell to speak on education at Gwynns Island and New Point
Dr. E H Russell, examiner for the district, will address Gwynns Island citizens on education this Wednesday October 20 at 7 30 p m at an as yet unnamed venue. He will then speak to New Point residents at J M Hutson's Store Thursday October 21 at 7 30 p m, both meetings advancing education in the county.
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Pr. Russel
Gwynns Island
New Point
E. H. Russell
J. M. Hutson
Brilliant Prospects for the Fair This Month
The eighth annual Fair of the Southside Agricultural Association promises strong racing. Trainer E M Hake brings Seacnia Boy Pilot Lady worth and Garon Bedworth, four year olds, plus other prospects. Sassafras Boy and Nat S are among likely entries, with several well regarded horses in form.
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Southside Agricultural Association
E. M. Hake
Seat
Seacnia Boy
Ladyworth
Garon Bedworth
Sassafras Boy
Bedworth Family Set for Fast Fair Races
Orian Bedworth in prime form will lead entries with S. K. Bedworth and Emma Bedworth also sparking competition. The county fair promises top class horse races and strong exhibits making it the best in the county’s history.
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Orian Bedworth
S. K. Bedworth
Emma Bedworth
Arnica Salve Cures Grasped Leg Ailment
A reader reports using Bucklen's Arnica Salve to cure a leg infection after doctors warned of gangrene. the product is praised for healing eczema fever sores boils burns and piles and is available for 25 cents at druggists.
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M. L. Bingham
Princeville
Acknowledgement Letter Praises Grand Olu Company
Mrs J C Hopeys of Mathews Virginia writes from Norfolk praising Grand Olu Company for settling her late husband’s $32000 policy claim promptly. She notes a post mortem dividend increased the payout by 6.96 and thanks Richmond state office for efficient handling. She also mentions loneliness and two young daughters.
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Grand Olu Company
Richmond
Dr King's New Discovery Cures Child's Lung Ailment
A Springfield North Carolina merchant recounts his son's recovery from consumption after three weeks using Dr King's New Discovery. He credits the medicine with restoring his son's health and endorses the cough remedy as the safest cure for lung diseases. The ad-style note touts a dollar price and a free bottle offer.
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Geo. FE. Blevens
Springfield
N.C
Dr. King
Mr. Blevens
Local News Briefs From Virginia Coast and State Capital
Gov Swansen appoints A Randolph Howard of Predricksburg as Farmers National Congress delegate for Raleigh North Carolina on November 3. John Short drowns after falling from oyster boat near Urbanna in the Rappahannock. John Purcell of Middlesex dies suddenly of heart disease at son in law F E Toppings home aged eight. Key Compton elected president of Chesapeake and Sulphur Co succeeding Reuben Foster. firm based Urbanna with leaders Richm ond and Richmond. Middlesex Manufacturing and Mercantile Corporation charter granted Urbanna with officers and capital up to 50000. Four years in state penitentiary for Pro Harris for killing W A Thompson Warrenton. defense appeals noted.
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A Randolph Howard
Predricksburg
Swansen
Farmers National Congress
Raleigh N. C
John Purcell
Middlesex
F. E. Topping
State Penitentiary
Pro. J. Harris
W. A. Thompson
Warrenton
Speaker Byrd
Turner
Byrd
Bids Sought for Dry Split Wood for Westville Schools
Notice bids to furnish dry split cord wood for Westville School District due by Oct 11 with delivery to school yards by Oct 26. Payment on receipt of this year’s levy. School Nos 1 A B C W M Minter N.
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Westville
Dr King’s New Life Pills Endorsed by Vermont Lawyer
N H Brown of Pittsfield Vermont writes that Dr King’s New Life Pills have been used for years as a reliable family medicine. He claims they relieve chills constipation biliousness and sick headache and notes they are available for 25 cents at all druggists.
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N.H. Brown
Attourney
Pittsfield
School Term Opens Under Favorable Auspices
County public schools opened Monday with full attendance at nearly all schools. Early signs indicate a prosperous and successful forthcoming school session.
Private sale of farming implements and household goods
A private sale will be held for six weeks at the home of Mr. it. A. Miller on North River. Items include farming implements bay fodder and household furniture as buyers are invited to examine and purchase.
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Soc
Electric Bitters Credited With Curing Kidney Ailments
An odd warning ad claims a boatman’s caution fails against river dangers and urges Electric Bitters for pain, kidney issues, backache and general malaise. A testimonial from J R Blankenship of Lelk Tennessee reports a 60 cent bottle cured him after long work-related kidney trouble.
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J.R Blankenship
Lelk
Tenn
Noahs Liniment Promises Rheumatic Relief
J E Emerson of Globe Stamp Works Boston testifies to seasonal sciatic rheumatism relief after using Noahs Liniment in 20 cent and 50 cent bottles. He claims no swelling or fever cases avoid internal remedies and urges buyers to look for the Noahs Ark trademark on the package.
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J. E. Emerson
Prop
Globe Stamp Works
Boston
Mass
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