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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1908
Page
2
A Smithfield Herald piece critiques Prohibition era attitudes by tracing a young man’s search for work. Signs at workplaces bar drinkers from jobs, illustrating social pressure against alcohol and urging readers to face moral questions on May 26. The essay connects labor, religion, and civic life to temperance debates.
Leslie Overman Earnest Wig and Julian Williams were arrested for suspected burglary at the Red Brick company. A preliminary hearing before Mr Cox found insufficient evidence linking them to the break in and safe tampering. The case was kept quiet to watch for the real culprits but ended with their discharge.
John Dezern a West Durham boy of uncertain age faced theft charges for allegedly taking $40 from J C Dailey’s store with elder accomplice John Hart. Dezern was released after his father repaid the missing money. Hart fled, and Dezern may testify if Hart is caught.
Durham & Southern railway alters train No 41 to depart 3 95 p m on Monday April 13 and No 38 arrival to 12 m. No 41 connects at Apex with Seaboard No 41 toward Charlotte Columbia Savannah and points south. at Varina with Raleigh & Southport for Fayetteville. No 38 meets Seaboard No 38 from the south and Raleigh & Southport from Fayetteville. Public notice from S H Reays General Freight and Passenger Agent.
The Buster Brown theatrical company halted in Spartanpoisoned, S C after members drank milk and fell ill. The group arrived in Asheville on a special train and were sent to Biltmore hospital. Most recovered, but several chorus girls remain seriously ill and unavailable for tonight's performance.
A historical notice describes multiple inter-state rail pass options including 1000 mile, 2000 mile, and 500 mile family books with prices from 11.25 to 40.00. Rates cover major lines in the South and East such as Southern Railway and Atlantic Coast Line, with usage limits by person or firm and timetables or reservations through F. W. Woodward Agent.
A light exchange notes that a good listener is highly valued. The humorous remark adds that Henpeck's wife spends her time seeking him, implying social interest and domestic intrigue in casual chat.
An item extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe non secret remedy for expectant mothers. It emphasizes the product's full ingredient list printed on the bottle and asserts the remedy prepares the system for childbirth, aiming for safer, easier delivery without pain.
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