115 YEARS AGOThursday, May 13, 1909from the Mathews Journal
After a long but patiently-borne period of suffering with consumption, Mr. Ogle Pitcher departed this life on May 8, at the home of his wife’s parents near Diggs. He was a fine Christian character and was often heard to say, “I know my time is short but I am not afraid.” He leaves a wife and baby boy one year old. The remains were taken to Baltimore for interment.
110 YEARS AGOThursday, May 14, 1914from the Mathews Journal
Lost: Between Bethel Church and G.M. Hudgins store an Odd Fellows Pin (three links), on Easter Sunday night. Finder will please return to Mrs. Amanda Owens, Laban, Va.
For sale: A four year old Pulaski Prince colt, thoroughly broken and not afraid of automobiles. Price $150. W.H.Y. Hudgins, Blakes, Va.
Found: Black female Hound, full grown but young. Owner can get dog by calling at the home of S.O. Furnald near Ruff P.O.
For sale: At “Spring Dale,” 100 bushels Soja beans; three fresh cows.

100 YEARS AGOThur...