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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1910
Page
4
The Journal lists pricing for obituaries resolutions and reading notices with a five cent per line charge for paid resolutions and 40 cents per line for reading notices. Transient ads are 50 cents per inch for the first insertion and 35 cents per inch for repeats. contract rates on application. Correspondents urged to mail news before Wednesday morning.
The Journal notes Fair week events and urges readers to assist in producing the next issue. It highlights a forthcoming ninth annual fair with varied attractions and strong horse entries. It urges farmers to exhibit top quality products and livestock to boost county appeal. It also supports Governor Mann’s railroad project and praises public interest in regional development.
Death news arrives late Wednesday night reporting the passing of Mr T B Lane after an operation at a Norfolk hospital. Details of funeral arrangements are unavailable at this time. The memorial note expresses deep sorrow for a good man and friend.
Miss Carrie Brooks Hudgins and Mr John W Jenkins quietly wed at 5:30 PM Wednesday at 412 Claiborne Ave Norfolk. Hudgins parents Claud L Hudgins and wife reside in Mathews. Couple plans to reside in Smithfield, groom's home.
Oriental Lodge No 20 A F A M to lay cornerstone of New Baptist Church on Thursday November 16 at 1 7 o clock. Members urged to attend. Meeting at Maspic Hall Mathews C Brien of the Worshipful R Winder Secretary.
Communication editor Perciful Hicks argues voter apathy harms public debate and warns elections are influenced by political solicitation. He opposes reelecting county treasurers, cites Underwood-era costs, and asserts current laws protect treasurers and their bondsmen while keeping finances stable.
Short notice transport to boats or points. Mobile engine parts and supplies. Dry batteries derails. Grinds corn for meals.
W. J. Grimstead Soles announces an up-to-date stock from Baltimore featuring millinery, silk and dress goods, an extensive shoe line from 15 cents to 4 dollars, mens and boys suits, overcoats, stoves, and mattresses. The seller notes cash purchases save money due to no rent or clerks. Susy Lines will assist customers.
E W Brown has completed his new oyster saloon on the first floor of the Monticello Arcade and it is proving popular. He has fifteen years in the bivalve business with a Milford Haven plant supplying seed stock to Lynn Haven and Horn Harbor customers. He serves Lynnhaven oysters and Lite Neck clams at low prices.
A great feature of the coming fair will be the daily horse sale. The Association is issuing a catalogue of horses listed for sale. Many valuable horses will be offered. The same number will be put up each day after the races are over and a large number of sales are expected.
A field opening for young men and women in Wireless or Railway Telegraphy promises steady work since hour law and expansion of wireless stations. Beginners earn 70 to 90 dollars monthly with promotion prospects. The National Telegraph Institute runs six official institutes under industry officials and places all graduates. Write for full details to Cincinnati or Philadelphia.
Historical horse entries list for October 26 27 28 shows Class 1 1300 trot with Saybrook Star Pointer Undora Pottsville Baron Bedford Trixie May Cuyler Prince and Clinton Scott among Cape Charles and Mathews VA entrants. Class 2 2.25 trot and pace features Lady Bedworth Red Bee Emma Bedworth John E Page Oliver Wakefeld Lucky Prince and others. Class 3 2.45 trot and pace includes Sunwood Pine Wood Virginia Russell Trixy May Page Oliver Lads Marion Bedworth. Class 4 free-for-all lists Lady Piloter Emma Bedworth John E S.K. Bedworth Page Oliver Frank S. Class 6 3.00 pace features Lady Bedworth Red Bee Qrelia Page Oliver Wakefield Lucky Prince and more with Capeville and Mathews owners.
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