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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary notice lists establishment 1820 and 1903 postal matter details. Includes rate mentions for advertising and publication. Partial text references Durham New York post office and old classification notes from March 1879.
Durham reports a smooth Republican convention electing delegates as election season nears and parallels to Democratic preparations. The column notes national campaign costs versus state office prospects and reflects on local political dynamics and recent deaths.
A Durham writer comments on local progress and life. The Corcoran Hotel annex nears completion, the Y M C A building shines, and South Mangum Street gains vitality. He praises brick sidewalks, questions cobblestones, and notes demand in tobacco season and a busy park.
The article notes a Charlotte meeting next week with both circus and Democratic primaries. It suggests interest despite expected contention over nominees. It also weighs talk of Republican gains possibly eroding Democratic majorities and boosting legislative representation in close counties.
Local report notes Dr. J E Bowling has resigned after moving out of the city limits and the board will act on it at the next regular meeting. The meeting covered routine matters and several veterans left for the State reunion in Winston Salem. A letter from A Mild Laborer rails against Mr Smith’s ties to mill owners and bankers, urging support for Mr Moore as the best candidate for representative.
The advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for periodical headaches backache eye trouble and pelvic discomfort. It promises to strengthen regulate and invigorate the female system and offers free confidential consultation by mail with Dr R V Pierce in Buffalo New York and a medical adviser offer for stamps.
In a Durham County primary statement Peel G. Markham declares candidacy for re election as register of deeds. He claims a proven record and promises continued prompt efficient service in the future.
Y. E. Smith declares his run for the House of Representatives in Durham County subject to the primary on the 22nd. He asks for Democratic support.
W. D. Turrentine announces his candidacy for the Democratic primary nomination for sheriff of Durham County asking for public support. He styles the bid as a formal political declaration and seeks voters backing in the upcoming primary.
Letter from L S Christian declares candidacy for County Treasurer in the Democratic Primary on August 22. He pledges to provide the best possible service to county residents if nominated and elected.
A statement from John F Harvard declares candidacy for Durham County Sheriff pending Democratic Primary. The letter expresses past service and future intent. A second note requests nomination for treasurer dated August 22, with similar pledge to serve. An ad offers sales positions for the Harvey Oil Co Cleveland Ohio.
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