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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
3
Local mentions note residents visiting relatives in Bath county Norfolk Westville Baptist revival plans and posts in Mathews. People travel from Newport News Chicago Richmond Baltimore and New York while others plan vacations and schooling in Norfolk and Richmond. A farm for sale and tenant housing offered with terms.
Roanoke visitors Mr and Mrs Rowbotham stay with Mrs C C White while returning from Europe bridal trip. N E Miller of Hudgens returns from Dixie Hospital and hopes to recover soon. Marchant Edwards Manufacturing adds furniture line to stock. Piano Fund Committee plans Sept 9 lawn party hosted by Mrs Douglas with music and sale of ice cream and cake.
An advertisement states millions have used Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble with beneficial results. It warns that the genuine yellow package contains no opiates or harmful drugs and urges guarding health by refusing imitations sold by all druggists.
The Westville School Board will hold a special meeting at Mathews C. H. on Friday September 18 at 11 o clock. Applicants for district schools should bring certificates. Others may communicate with the Board. Water R. Stoakis Clerk Sept 2, 1908.
The county notes the island’s summer warmth fading as many residents depart. Rev. Suddith preached to a large audience Sunday night. Alice Edwards of New York visited relatives here last week. Mr and Mrs Rufus Lilly and Henry Armistea of Mathews County were visitors on Saturday. Capt J Callis remains on the sick list. Mrs Cora Owens and Miss Goldie Callis returned home Sunday after a trip to Irvington.
Mrs. E R Pierson of Auburn Centre Pa endorses Dr King’s New Discovery as a remedy that heals where others fail. She reports lasting relief from long standing throat and lung issues and expects full recovery with continued use. Sold at all druggists 50c and 1.00 trial bottle offered.
Redart notes Rev Richard Ferguson delivered a fine sermon to a very attentive congregation at Asbury Church Sunday afternoon. Miss Selina and Roberta Dix from Salisbury Maryland visited Alex Hudgins and left for Baltimore then Salisbury. Weather caused delays in fodder saving. revival meetings closed with expected good. Mrs Florence White and Miss Lola Foster headed to Norfolk for a stay. James Burns from Norfolk visited with family.
C M Harden of Silver City North Carolina declares Electric Bitters treat stomach liver and kidney ailments and weakness. He says it cures chills malaria and general run down conditions. Sold under guarantee by all druggists at 50 cents.
Mrs. W. B. Diggs was taken suddenly Monday afternoon with doctor fearing appendicitis. Mrs. Silas Forrest and daughter visit friends on the Eastern Shore in Virginia. A large number of young people enjoyed music at Capt. J. L. Hudgins home with Miss Susie Morgan of Portsmouth and Miss Mabel Smith of South Norfolk. Floyd Hyslop returns home to Portsmouth Tuesday.
An old advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy cures kidney and bladder diseases, strengthens kidneys, and prevents Bright's disease or diabetes if taken in time. It promotes purchase at all druggists.
North Miss Isiah Hughes returns home after visiting relatives in Cape Charles Virginia Master Harry Mason spent two weeks at Old Point visiting friends Mrs Harry Miller staying several weeks at Cape Charles Master Tom Jones of Norfolk, a guest of his aunt Miss Lizzie Mason at Mobile is home Miss Ella Miller also back home at ga
Mr and Mrs Samuel Parker and daughter recently stayed a week at Islehom and returned to New York. Mr Lackey of Norfolk visited Mr and Mrs Geo Mason. The scribe notes a shift from rain to fair September days bringing invigorating breezes and a benevolent mood. Marst Chan.
J W Jenkins of Chapel Hill North Carolina lauds Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best salve, noting it cured a felon on his thumb and heals all sores, burns or wounds. Available for 25 cents at druggists.
Mrs Fanny Thompson returned home from Washington accompanied by Mildred and Lola Gaines Everett Flyn and Lorena Flyn. Misses Francis Soles Mollie Blanche Fitchett visited Countess Haynes Cobbs Creek. Dr Grover Miller of Baltimore visited his mother near Cobbs Creek. Protracted meeting continues at old Mt Zion church. Harry Sadler of Blakes visited friends here. Eva Lewis spent Sunday in Ware Neck.
If any person suspects kidney trouble they are urged to take Foley's Kidney Remedy at once to prevent Bright's disease or diabetes. The ad warns that delay allows the disease to gain strength and promotes immediate use. Sold by all druggists.
The Rev George Watkins preached a grand sermon at Leth el Sunday morning to a large audience. Mr and Mrs Raymond Ripley visited the latter's mother last Sunday. Miss Esther White returned from New Point after a delightful visit. Miss Lessie Atkins stays with relatives in Scottsville. Mrs B H Hurst spent Monday with her mother near Diggs. Rainy weather harms fodder stocks and dampens spirits as September opens.
A. A. Felton of Harrisville says Dr. King's New Life pills are just exactly right after years of use. The pills relieve without discomfort and are advertised as best for constipation biliousness and malaria at 25 cents at all druggists.
The annual regatta of the Mob jack Bay Yacht Club will be held at Mobjack on September 16. Races begin at 12 m p m members meet at 10 a m The program from last week's issue will be carried out.
Lawyer J B Gleason sues Harry Thaw for 69000 claiming due fees and alleges fraud. William Jennings Bryan plans two Sundays of campaign speaking in New York and Washington with a midwest to Atlantic Seaboard schedule. Taft delivers more animated speeches across Ohio during a country trip. A Richmond City Hall archive lists white residents from 150 years ago, totaling 500. The 42nd Grand Army reunion gathers in Toledo with blue veterans seeking a new Commander in Chief. Atlantic City saloon owners close under martial law, Fifth District Republicans nominate J M Parson to challenge Saunders, may widen fence war after Vermont vote shows Prouty wins by 28,000 with GOP decline. Southern flood damage runs to millions with 79 feet flood height in Macon Georgia. Confederate Lt Gen A P Stewart dies in Biloxi after Civil War service in education. Kentucky veteran Gen Simon B Buckner remains sole living in rank.
Bids to serve dinner at the Fair Grounds on Oct 20 21 22 of 1938 close Sept 20 1938. Four oyster stands outside the building priced at 10 dollars each on a first come basis. Privilege bids cover all cooked foods oysters and ice cream. Confectionery stand includes bananas soda water cigars peanuts lemonade popcorn and candy not including a candy wheel. For details contact Percival Hicks secretary 8 20 St Norra Va IRS
Taylor and Co of Newport News Virginia report broad praise for Davis Yellow Metal Copper Paint. They claim it covers more surface and keeps bottoms clean longer than any other copper paint on the market. The H. B. Davis Company Baltimore distributes it.
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