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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1907
Page
2
A garbled notice discusses mail in letters and placing items before a Wednesday deadline. It mentions reading notices at 40 cents per line, transient ads at 50 cents for the first insertion, and 25 cents for each subsequent insertion with no content change.
The Mathews County Journal urges private support to hire an assistant principal for the High School as only two teachers will run the Mathews Court House school due to funding limits. The paper notes room shortages and congestion in the primary grades and compares nearby counties investing in new schools. It launches a $1200 subscription drive, starting with $10 from eleven supporters.
The notice urges prompt payment of subscription money to enable entering proper contracts. It explains the long recovery period and expresses hope that funds will be paid in advance to stabilize operations and commitments.
The South Side Sentinel appeals to readers in good weather to pay overdue subscriptions. It hints twins as a chance for substantial congratulations and urges rusty dollars to settle accounts and support the paper amid financial pressures.
Mr E W Browne of Norfolk known as the Paris of America has for days tended oyster interests in the Klondike. He brings a sample of the strike on his latest planting of 65 000 bushels of shells. The shells host tiny bivalves including embryo raw box Lynn Havens Horn Harbors Milford Havens. Browne is to be congratulated on his lucky strike.
A company advertised for an office boy and shortlisted ten for personal interviews. The final candidate, praised for appearance, was asked to bring a character reference. The boy returned later that afternoon saying he had the financier’s character instead and would not come back.
A. J. Nusbaum of Batesville Indiana reports lasting three month summer cold relief after using Foley's Honey and Tar in the yellow package. He says a doctor’s prescription failed to help and other medicines worsened symptoms. He and his wife both found quick cure, with Foley's Honey and Tar sold by all druggists.
Committees of the Virginia State Fair Association renew preparations for the October 7 to 12 event. An Advertising Committee has contracted for full publicity across Virginia and adjacent districts with newspapers billboards hangers and dodgers. Ten thousand dollars are being spent on grounds and buildings as improvements continue to promise an event with amusements instruction and profitable visiting opportunities.
Health note claiming most cases arise from chronic constipation. Advocates Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a mild remedy that stimulates liver and bowels, restores natural action, and avoids nauseating effects. Warns against substitutes and states product is sold by all druggists.
The American Anti-Saloon League schedules a Norfolk Armory gathering from September 16 to 19, 1907. The Virginia State League plans about one hundred speeches across Tidewater the Sunday before. Matthews appointments include Bethel Church 11 AM and St Pauls 3 PM led by Rev James Cool D D of the New York U S League. Central Church 11 AM Gwynns Island Shiloh 9 339 PM and Old Baptist Church PM led by Richard Ferguson.
Instruction available at a private residence using current teaching methods. References may be made to parents of former pupils. Terms are reasonable and details by inquiry.
The privilege of serving dinner on the Fair Grounds will be let to the highest responsible sealed bidder received by the Secretary of the Southside Agricultural Association on or before Sept 23 at 6 P M. Bids to whitewash buildings and fences are also invited for each structure, with bids closing on the same date and contracts awarded the following day. Percival Hicks, Sec.
A Norfolk Virginia firm advertises discounted whiskey and brandy samples with express prepaid shipping. Four full quarts selections include Tyson's Best Rye 10 years and Albemarle Club Rye 8 years, plus North Carolina Corn Whiskey and Mountain Apple Brandy.
Judge W. B. Simmons of Fincastle Virginia recounts using L. & M. Paint on his 1882 residence and praises its durability. He regrets switching to another brand three years ago and says he will always use L. & M. because any defect would warrant a free repaint.
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