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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1911
Page
4
Willard Thompson named General Manager with A RK Braven acting as agent for 5Salto. On 22 April, General Print Papers Agency announces leadership shifts as Braven assumes agent duties while Thompson oversees operations.
The notice outlines obituary spacing charges, article placement rules and deadlines. It states payment rates of three dollars yearly in advance and identifies staff including editor W. M. Minter and office manager Paul Titlow. Forms close Wednesday at 10 a.m.
A fragmentary dialogue shows a motorist and a gentleman in carriage debating leading horses and a wife, hinting at a staged confrontation or social scene from a historical newspaper page. The readable lines suggest a humorous or clipped exchange about control and guidance in a carriage setting.
A Virginia newspaper notes the Sept 14 1911 election results showing large majorities for Senators Martin and Swanson. It states Swanson deserved the honor while Martin’s prior record argues against his election, yet Virginia voters expressed their opinion and affirmed faithfulness and efficiency as atonement for past shortcomings.
Notice states that rent paid by December first will incur a penalty as provided by the last general assembly. Inspectors named are J. H. Gayle, J. T. Christian, and J. W. Minter.
A voting correction notes that last week the Journal erroneously credited two votes to Mr. Somers at Hookemfair. The correct tally assigns those two votes to Mr. Hicks, correcting the precinct totals.
A sprain typical recovery spans three to four weeks but with daily Chamberlain's Liniment and adherence to directions a cure may be achieved in two to four days. For sale by all dealers.
It is not the quantity of food taken but the amount digested and assimilated that gives strength. Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets invigorate the stomach and liver and enable them to perform their functions naturally.
Westville School District invites bids for supplying wood to various schools. Submit by October 1 with state price per cord, wood type, and the school to be served. Bids addressed to W. M. Minter, Clerk.
Notices from the Math ews Pair area call for teams desiring to contest the baseball championship to file with Percival Hicks of Norton on or before September 20. Entries close that day.
J. R. Rainier issues a challenge to S. K. Bedworth for a match race with Emma Bedworth. The event to occur during the Math ews Fair with the purse to be decided by the owners.
Miss Mary Respass died of old age at the home of Captain J C Hudgins in Milford Haven. She had resided at the home for thirty five years. The body was buried in the burying ground at Mr Samuel Diggs's home.
A humorous lament about endless bills from clothing grocers and everyday expenses. The verses describe rising costs, slow pay, and family strain caused by bills, capturing a wartime or nostalgic newspaper tone with vivid, singable imagery.
The Accomack News urges steadfast resolve against disappointment. It argues fortune opposes the unengaged and that risk is necessary to gain. By facing misfortune boldly and seeking remedies, one can turn temporary setback into future success.
A meeting of the Democratic voters of Mathes is called for Monday September 18 in the court house during recess to reorganize the party. Full attendance is desired. L. C. Garnett, Chairman.
At Newport News the Commission of Fisheries decided that numerous planters on the James River encroached on natural oyster rocks and must vacate them within a reasonable timeframe after a new survey order following last winter’s ranger uprising.
Returns show Thomas S. Martin with 57 120 votes and William A. Jones with 25 005, Martin leading by 32 0595. Swanson and Swanson lead elsewhere with 9 003 for Swanson. Carter Glass 22 800, Swanson's statewide majority 36 253. Gloucester totals list Jones 565, Martin 1852, Glass 434, Swanson 234, Table 376, Stubbs 355, Smith 253, Taliaferro 348.
The Southside Agricultural Association aims to stage the tenth annual fair September 26 to 28 with improved weather and a strong racing lineup including many locally owned horses. Three baseball games, one each morning, will determine the regional championship as a highlight of the event.
The Gloucester Mathews Bank Inc Mathews County Virginia shows total assets 388 092 385 with deposits 322 404 45 and cash and reserves including banking house and securities. F J Nottingham cashier swears to the accuracy of the financial condition as of September 1 1911 before Notary Sands Smith with director attestations by Pugh and Borker.
J Wesley Minter declares his bid for the Westville District Board of Supervisors in the general election on November 7 pledging to advance public schools roads and veterans interests and to serve the people of the district with his talents.
The County Democratic Committee met at Mathews C F on Tuesday and certified the primary returns. N E Miller signified intent to contest. a meeting to hear his contention is set for next Saturday at 11 a m. The certified totals list Jones 312, Martin 121, Glass 243, Swanson 180, Christian 220, Healy 64, Somers 71, Hicks 72, Burke 163, N E Miller 159, Smith 417, Davis 412, Garnett 360, Miller Jno E 278.
A vintage advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It names F J Cheney & Co Toledo as trusted sellers and cites endorsements from local wholesale druggists. The ad claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, with testimonials free and price set at 75 cents per bottle, plus a pill product for constipation.
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