Mountain People of Blue Ridge Told by a Traveler
The writer describes mountaineers of the Blue Ridge as rugged, illiterate in secular learning yet deeply versed in scripture, and fiercely independent. It details their poverty, hospitality, language, and moral code, and notes Presbyterian mission schools such as Dorland Institute in Hot Springs and similar programs in Asheville and Denmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasiatron
Blue Ridge
Great Commonwealth
Nater
Brimstone
Andone Wasxess
Charles Eghart Craddock
Benevolent People of
North
Bacds
Mindy
North Osrolins
Dartmouth College
Luke Dorland
Dorathors Aiany
Women's Home Missionary Society
The
Presbyterian Church
Asheville
Denmark
Dorland Institute
Hot Springs
Women’s
Kone Mission Board
Tha Presbyterian Church
William Ht. Reid
Chicago
Grace Reid Nash
Lake Forest
Misa Laville Hitt
Campbell Park
M. 8. Lesbeur
DeDanville
V. 0. Harbert
Jerseyville
Minerva G. Titterington
Rock Island
Jessie Fisher
Peoria
Illinois
Governor Taylor Quote Sparks Train Station Joke
In a cloakroom tale attributed to ex Governor Robert L. Taylor, a witty anecdote unfolds on a passenger train. A nervous woman asks the conductor about arrival times at a station the train won’t stop at, prompting a humorous backup to the platform and a punchline about seeking a pill at the moment of stopping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert L. Taylor
Mighap
Blood Balm advert promises cures for skin and blood disorders
An old time sale pitch for Botanic Blood Balm claiming to drain impurities and cure numerous ailments from skin eruptions to ulcers. It advertises a free trial by mail and lists drug company endorsements and testimonials to bolster credibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Navér
Feile
Toni
B.B.B
Hill-Orr Drug Co
Wilhite & Wilhite
Evans Pharmacy
Malaria Claim Promoted By Tasteless Tonic
An ad touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a cure for malaria fever and child fever. The text emphasizes simplicity and iron content, urging men to join their family and Society for finatence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove
Fell in a Welt: Saved by a Snake in Wareness Ga
Willie Bleden, about 12, fell into a 40 foot well while drawing water with a rope and bucket. Companion Charles Hart pulled the bucket down and Willie climbed to the surface aided by a fallen saddle block that buoyed him. A large moccasin in the well frightened him but prompted the boy to call for help and he was rescued, though badly injured and disoriented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wareness
Willie, Bleden
William “Ladon
Willie
Charlie Hart
Will
Charles
Major George W Littlefield Owns Huge Texas and New Mexico Ranches
Major George W Littlefield of Austin is described as the largest single landowner in the United States with holdings totaling about 1 260 000 acres across Texas and New Mexico. The report notes 284 000 acres bought from the State Capitol syndicate, 70 000 to 80 000 cattle, 5 000 Hereford cows, and 5 000 Hereford calves, plus extensive ranch and irrigation operations. His 1 200 acre Spring River Valley farm in New Mexico and other properties near Austin are highlighted, with an estimated fortune of 5 to 7 million dollars. The piece profiles his Civil War service and rise from nothing to great wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Littlefield
United States
Texan
New Mexico
State Capitol Syndicate
Texas
Tittlefela
Major Littlefield
Austin
Macon County
Spring River Valley
Rangers Regiment
Texas Feontieromen
New York Sun
You Know What You Are Taking By Grove’s Tasteless Tonic
The text notes Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic lists iron and quinine as ingredients and warns there is no cure. It implies skepticism about claims and observes that individuals may blame others or circumstances rather than themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove
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the Record-Herald
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Ber Station
Chamberlain
York County
Michael Andrew Jackson Johnson
Donelson Fillmore Deckman
South Africa
Curtis Baker
Ohio
DUE West Female College
Orvers A. B
B.S
Mouie
Mietensbey
Acme
Acwie Paint & Cement CO
F. B. Grayton & Co
Anderson
5. C
D. Andiiver
J. J. Major
E. FP
Vandiver Brothers & Major
Ivans
Phirmaccy
C. A. Reed
China Wire Department
Tony
Yours Truly
G. F. Tolly & Son
Old Reliable Furniture Dealers
Depot Bt
Ubcaine
Jook
Cbs
Osborne & Osborne
A. Lal
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