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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1906
Page
2
The notice lists advertising rates and submission rules for the Car Journal. It notes charges for ads at 5 per line for first insertion and 25 cts per line for subsequent insertions with no change, plus 5 cents for resolutions of respect and 10 cents per line for reading notices. It urges correspondents to mail items before Wednesday and states that all communications must be signed.
A 1906 Times Dispatch editorial critiques the Democratic Party’s direction arguing for or against centralizing government power. It weighs Roosevelt's policy toward railways and business regulation against Bryan style decentralization and Palmer Buckner era revival.
The author argues for federal and state governments to take ownership of public service corporations with just compensation, criticizing lawmakers influenced by corporate wealth. They claim current legislation is emasculated by lobbying and that only direct government ownership can truly regulate and serve the people.
On Sept 25 a quiet wedding was held at 9 South Calhoun Baltimore uniting Miss Maud Respess daughter of Wm H Respess Gwynns Va and Rev Frank B Raymond of Newport News in the home of Mr and Mrs M J Booze The Rev Curtis Lee Laws performed the ceremony The couple left for a honeymoon in Asheville North Carolina with a gray traveling gown and hat described for the bride
Advertises Foley’s Honey and Tar as a cure for obstinate coughs and related illnesses. Claims to prevent serious outcomes and urges buyers to demand the genuine product in a yellow package sold by Slathews Drug Libre.
Washington D C Oct 8 Secretary Wilson of the Department of Agriculture says he is well satisfied with reports on the meat inspection act. The law is a success though it already is producing results and will continue to improve.
Congress provides 3 million dollars for inspectors at 600 packing houses and rail depots to ensure interstate meat shipments carry government labels. Secretary Wilson says effects will take months to assess, with possible amendments and strict prosecutions for packers or railroads bypassing inspection. Local and state measures may follow to broaden nationwide uniform inspected meat standards.
A 50 cent bottle of Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup is advertised as curing constipation sick headache and stomach trouble for every family member. Sold by Mathews Drug Store.
New York on October 8 reports J. K. Hedges, a coachman linked to the Thomas Collier Plates household, has disappeared. Authorities seek information as the sought man remains at large and the case unsettled.
At Highland Mills the fate of Mrs. Platt remains unsettled whether she left at her own request or by the Senator’s command. Tioga Lodge hosts Mrs. Platt amid a guarded residence with dogs and male attendants. Lawyers for the Senator and wife seek a settlement of their differences.
An old drugstore advertisement certifies Foley's Honey and Tar as a cough cure that stops coughs heals lungs and prevents pneumonia from colds. It claims no opiates and notes the genuine product comes in a yellow package with a warning against substitutes. Sold by Mathews Drug Store.
Edward B. Eason, 51, died in the second precinct station after his arrest for drunkenness. Officials said death was due to alcoholism. He lived at 81 High Street with his wife and six children, and a two month spree preceded his collapse. Funeral held at Cedar Grove cemetery. originally from North Carolina, he had lived in Norfolk twenty two years.
In the 2:32 trot Nelly Arcmi stead was distanced in 2:32 driven by Pat Doherty with Bedworth Jr placing third were readied in the same race. In the 2:22 class S K Bedworth driven by Doherty won the race with Orient Bedworth taking fourth. Time unknown.
Professor A L G Stephenson arrived Saturday and now heads the C H school with four efficient teachers. Good work is expected. Parents should send their children daily. The school serves all county children eligible for high school.
The Holly Grove Christian Church young ladies discuss a bazar and oyster supper next month to raise funds for the parsonage. They previously netted $60 from a similar event and expect a good display of fancy work and crafts near Thanksgiving Day. Further details will follow in a future issue.
Henry E. Jones of Tampa Florida praises Foley's Kidney Cure after four bottles relieved back and shoulder pain. He claims to be 62 years old and now able to walk and enjoy life, recommending the product to others. For sale by the Mathews.
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