Mathews High School gains principal with school meeting urged
The Mathews County community is urged to attend a courthouse meeting on Friday September 25 at 8 oclock. Mr C B Ransome will serve as principal of Mathews High School this year following recommendations from Lynchburg and prior William and Mary teaching courses. The article stresses parental cooperation and aims to boost educational standards for a successful school year.
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Wright machine praised after propeller blade break
The New York World argues that breaking a propeller blade does not undermine the Wright machine, likening it to a broken piston rod and noting the accident’s potential damage could be greater. It suggests newspapers see air travel as imminent and liberating from current travel inconveniences.
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New York World
Obstacles for Airship Travel Slow Adoption and Safety Risks
The piece argues that while the machine's principles may be sound, its heavy mechanism needs constant high speed to stay aloft, making accidents lethal. It notes many lives lost while seeking manufacturing knowledge and fears more losses before safe airships are achieved.
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Thutt
Republican nominee backs out of Mathews event
A republican candidate for Congress from the 1st district canceled a scheduled appearance in Mathews, choosing Newport News instead. The switch followed a warning-like sentiment about risks and public reception, leaving local attendees disappointed about the change.
Uncle Joe Cannon and Mr. Bryan Missed By Modesty
The article contrasts Uncle Joe Cannon’s substantial wealth with Mr. Bryan’s admitted fortune of 150000, noting Cannon’s modesty and reluctance to publicize how he amassed his 5000000. It portrays Cannon as diligent and reticent about his sources of wealth.
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Graves Faces Quiet Retirement After Campaign
After the strenuous campaign ends John Temple Graves plans to retreat to Tomb County Georgia. The major concern for men there is the risk of being forced into marriage.
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John Temple Graves
Tomb County
Principal Ransome Praised by School Board Member
A school board member commends Principal Ransome at the High School, urging patrons to attend Friday night to support his efforts and boost student learning, stating children have one chance to learn and deserve the best. Walter R. Stokes.
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Ransome
Walter R. Stoakes
Speaking at Mathews Jones Addresses Voters in Court House
Hon William A Jones of War, Virginia, a House member from the first district, spoke to a large audience at the Court House at 2 p.m. He covered campaign issues at length. Voters noted that Republican nominee Wise did not attend for a joint discussion, and many thought it was better he stayed away.
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Warsaw
House of Representative
Court House
Jones
Wise
School Appointments for Chesapeake District
Public schools open Monday in October. Teachers sign contracts at the Courthouse on Saturday October 3 at 11 a m. Appointments list: No 1 Eva Armistead principal, Eloise Borumn 1st assistant, Peachy Brownley 2nd assistant. No 4 Ellen Williams, Raby H Miller assistant. No 6 Mattie W Hudgins. No 7 Sallie H Hill. No 8 Estelle Diggs, Ruth Pugh assistant. No 9 Daisy Diggs. No 11 Ruth Jones. No A Alex Lewis. No B Lavenia Bess Hadgins, Mary Jackson assistant. O C Lulu Raff, Andrew Miller.
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Eloise Borumn
Peachy Brownley
Ellen Williams
Raby H. Miller
Mattie W. Hudgins
Sallie H. Hill
Estelle Diggs
Ruth Pugh
Daisy Diggs
Ruth Jones
Alex Lewis
Lavenia Bess Hadgins
Mary Jackson
O. C
Lulu Raff
Andrew Miller
Notable early 20th century items and appointments
Major James N. Stubbs of Gloucester named a delegate to the International Fish Conference in Washington D C. A Bryan Kerns Club forms in Rochester reaching 3000 members. Cholera devastates St Petersburg as deaths rise. A Chesapeake and Ohio fast train derails near Lanexa injuring several. Senator Foraker cancels campaign speeches amid Standard Owl Trust exposure. Lieut Gov Chandler of New York chosen Democratic nominee for governor at Rochester convention. J A Dix named Lieut. Governor. Bryan arrested speeding through Rhode Island en route to River Point. Orville Wright and Lieut Selfridge crash during a flight injuring Wright and killing Selfridge. International Tubercular Congress opens in Washington with Lane and White of Mathews as delegates.
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James N. Stubbs
Gloucester
Guv. Swanson
Washington D. C
Washington, D. C
Kidney Remedy Claims Cure for Diabetes Backache
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports that after trying several kidney remedies and receiving treatment from top physicians for diabetes he improved after using Foley's Kidney Remedy. He says after the second bottle he improved and five bottles cured him completely and he passed a life insurance examination. Foley's Kidney Remedy is said to cure backache and all forms of kidney and bladder trouble sold by all druggists.
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James Donahue
New Britain, Conn
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Wise to Dream in September’s golden hush
The passage reflects on harvest time as a season of plenty before winter. It contrasts abundant September life with the coming cold, noting ripening grapes, buzzing bees, and a moment of rest from toil. It invites savoring the present and dreaming before renewal and struggle return.
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Fritage
Harvest Time Reflections in The September
A reflective passage from The September issue of New Idea Woman's Magazine considers clearing doubts of the year and turning to bigger, truer concepts. It speaks of mellow thoughts, earth’s harvest, and hope inspired by quiet pause and anticipation of tomorrow.
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New Idea Woman's Magazine
Quick Relief for Asthma Sufferers
Foley's Hovey and Tar offers immediate relief to asthma sufferers in the worst stages and if taken in it will effect a cure. Sold by all drug stores and physicians.
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More Horses In Training At Mathews Fair Track
Mr J H Seawell of Gloucester County trains a public stable of trotters and pacers at the Southside Agricultural Association track in Mathews Virginia. He brought five horses and the famed pacing Stallion S K Bedworth 19%. Ed Geers handles reins and Seawell has sold many race horses in Baltimore Philadelphia New York and other cities. The article recalls Rhonda a black Mare bought for 1000 after winning a Pimlico race and a 400 purse. Local trainer E M Blake has 10 horses including Blackbird 2 17% who raced Maryland Virginia circuits and Orient Bedworth Bryan W Edward F green trotter Jearo and several 2 and 3 year olds look promising. Outlook indicates strong entries at the Mathews Fair.
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Gloucester County
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Mathews
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Ed Geers
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4EN Trifles Become Troubles
If any person suspects their kidneys are deranged they should take Foley's Kidney Remedy at once to avoid Brights disease or diabetes. Do not delay. Sold by all druggists.
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William and Mary announces 215th session in 1908
The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg announces its 215th session opening September 17, 1908 with renovated buildings, electric lighting, artesian water and two courses. The Collegiate Course leads to BA MA and BS degrees while the Normal Course offers tuition free and reduced board. catalog available from Lyon G Tyler MA LLD, President.
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Lyon
G.Tyl_er
Virginia Polytechnic Institute Catalog 1908 Opening Session
Virginia Polytechnic Institute lists fifty six instructors, equipped shops, labs, infirmary, steam heating and electric dormitory lighting, a ten thousand volume library, and a 1100 acre farm. Degree programs cover Agriculture Horticulture Applied Chemistry Geology Civil Mining Mechanical Electrical Engineering Metallurgy and Metallography and Preparatory Veterinary Medicine. The Agricultural Apprenticeship program costs 276.60 for a nine month session with state students paying 226.60. The next session opens September 2 1908 with President Pavut B Barrincer.
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Studets
Pavut B. Barrincer
M. D
L. L. Ly
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