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Newspaper
Charlotte News
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
5
The Charlotte News is published daily and Sunday by The News Publishing Co with Ww Dowd as president and editor A W Waldwell city editor A W Burch advertising manager. It lists subscription rates including six months for 3.06 and one year for 12. Prices shown for various periods.
The notice invites obituary notices sketches and cards of thanks and communications in support of private enterprise or a political candidate to be charged at five cents a line. The policy shows no deviation from this rule. The note is dated Thursday June 29 1911.
A report on President Tillett’s open address to the Bar Association condemning legal delays. He cites jury selection flaws and the excessive rhetoric of some lawyers that lengthen trials. He urges reforms to protect witnesses and speed justice while preserving fair defense.
The article condemns insulting witnesses and bullying tactics by some lawyers. It argues the legal profession should self regulate to protect witnesses, with calls for reforms by the fraternity and legislative counsel to curb abuse and improve the system.
The New York World retorts to Senator LaFollette by noting his complaint that newspapers gave too little space to the farmers movement against Canadian reciprocity. It calls his humor evident, says coverage ended in a day, and suggests a humbug once exposed is not worth further attention.
The News congratulates Editor J. J. Ferriss of the High Point Enterprise on his selection as president of the North Carolina Press Association. The appointment is described as an honor well placed and Ferriss is praised as a capable editor and strong supporter of the association.
The Asheville case against George W. Vanderbilt over poultry profits proceeds as Lieut. R. O. Patterson sues for about 2000 to 2500 dollars and a 5000 dollar breach of contract claim. Mark W. Brown to hear final arguments and issue a ruling later this week. Witnesses value Biltmore chickens from 5 to 15 dollars each.
Joseph P. Sherer recounts an automobiling mishap that ends with a tirade from a grieving dog owner. He offers a humorous remark about replacing the dog, which the irate woman rebukes, illustrating sharp sarcasm women can show in moments of anger. The Milwaukee Sentinel notes the quip and ends with a wry closing line.
City executive board discussed two dangerous overhead bridges on East Morehead and South Church streets. A committee was named to inspect conditions. a decision on upgrades was postponed pending further study. Fire department personnel changes and hydrant box placements were reviewed. bids for sidewalk work to Seventh Street were to be sought.
The hydro graphic office of the navy department completes a comprehensive map of full powered steam vessel routes. It shows every known track with shortest port distances and serves as a navigator’s encyclopedia. A prior version appeared in 1907 and another update awaits the Panama Canal opening. The umbrella maker offers a proverb about not wasting sunny opportunities.
I McConnell of El mira New York reports two bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy effectively corrected his chronic kidney and bladder issues. He calls it the most reliable kidney medicine he has taken and pledges ongoing endorsement. Bowen Drug Store on North Square carries it.
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