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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
2
The Journal notes publication timing and deadlines for newsletters to reach the office by Wednesday. It urges subscribers to send items promptly to avoid carryover and delays in the state region.
The editor will receive acknowledge and forward to the Democratic National Committee any contributions to the campaign fund.
The piece surveys a contentious campaign marked by attacks and party upheaval. It argues Roosevelt harmed his party through unseemly conduct while Democrats gained solid benefits, urging voters to recognize the outcome and hope for continued Democratic laurels after November 3.
The piece attacks Taft for pursuing a break in the Solid South during the Richmond campaign period. It dismisses his prospects, blaming corporate influence and his backers Bossman Tedny for any White House chances, while asserting Democrats will stand firm until election night.
The ill formed note mentions Senator LonGworth backing a prominent Sinjan candidate for Teddy and suggests plans for an Annanias project and a personal hook with lying as president.
A cryptic note describes William Kayxporten Hearst as unusually quiet during tense days, mentioning water and a possible warfare context with new bombs on the horizon. The fragment hints at unrest without concrete events or dates.
A witty claim about a woman silencing rivals is used to illustrate statistics. The passage notes a temporary printing halt for a week due to business and promises a grace period for advertisers. It ends with a reassurance about Foley's Honey and Tar as a trusted cough remedy.
Washington letter analyzes Taft proposals for postal savings and government guarantees. It argues post office deposits should be guaranteed like banks and questions Republican and Democratic positions on safety of deposits and government backing.
A parent claims a three year old boy suffered severe constipation and fever until two doses of Poley’s Oring Laxative were given. The next morning the fever subsided and the child was reportedly well. Foley’s Orino Laxative is credited with saving his life. Wolkush Casuner Wis. Sold by all Druggists.
A political discussion at the Mathews Courthouse Saturday featured Republican speakers George N. Wise and Royall Cabell arguing their case, against Mathews figures L. C. Garnett and J. Boyd Sears for the Democrats. The event, held under the Bryan-Kern-Jones Club, emphasized courteous dialogue and broad public support.
Readers’ fund list shows acknowledgments totaling at least 1600 dollars. Donors include Dr A G Vadelfy and C Williams among others supporting an anticipated Democratic triumph this fall.
A multi class harness racing list from Cape Charles and Mathews Virginia includes horses like Cromarty Ed and Chicle in running races and trot classes. Entries name owners and sires such as Bedworth Sable Rock Cordova and St. Mark with locations Roanes North Mathews Newport News and Cape Gharles pointing to a regional meet schedule and results.
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