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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
2
The paper urges readers behind nine months on subscriptions to pay promptly by March to avoid removal from the list. It notes road work on Roxboro road, discusses political candidates for governor and Washington’s birthday, and praises Durham lodge plans for an orphanage and an old people's home as worthy community efforts.
The Charlotte Observer and Statesville Landmark comment on Joseph Roebling leaving Asheville after the town voted for prohibition. They condemn his threat to depart if liquor sales continued, urging community independence and welcoming his exit as a stand against device of wealth dictating local policy.
The Cor nelius News Reporter recounts subscriber backlash after publishing dance attendees names near Huntersville. It notes two subscribers severed ties for religious scruples, another two were omitted unintentionally. The piece argues for independence, integrity, and resilience amid complaints.
The Charlotte Observer defends John A. Roebling the millionaire who left Asheville after the pro prohibition vote. It argues his move is his right and calls for all citizens, including wealthy ones, to be able to depart without ridicule.
An editorial critiques Black leaders for siding with soldiers involved in the Brownsville incident. It argues upriver sympathy harms Taft and the Republican ticket, noting the Army dismissal was based on evidence of guilt and Senate testimony supporting the decision.
In March two district elections will decide local tax questions in Proctor and Willardville school districts. Voters will choose sides for or against taxation. L. E. Pickard, newly appointed West Durham postmaster, is confirmed and will assume duties. The post office matter has seen much effort from both sides and a final settlement should bring relief.
The East Durham Lodge of Pythians passes resolutions favoring establishing an orphanage in their midst and works toward offering a suitable site, hoping the location will be secured. The London Opinion quotes banter in the column.
The notice invites any young woman eager for education but lacking funds to write to J. M. Rhodes in Littleton North Carolina for assistance. The item emphasizes access to educational help for those with no means.
Notice that attorneys Winston & Bryant will apply for a pardon on behalf of Bessie Freeland who is serving a term for larceny. The filing date is February 11, 1908.
The advertisement touts LL M Pure paint as best for keeping a home in harmony, preserving the structure and preventing decay. Priced at $1.20 per gallon ready to use, it claims ten year wear and over three decades of continuous use, from Jackney Bros J and M Paint Agents.
A discussion on how marriage and motherhood alter women's appearance and vigor, highlighting neglect of pelvic health and offering Favorite Prescription as a non-alcoholic tonic. The ad touts Dr. Hares in Buffalo and promotes a medical remedy for women’s ailments and vitality.
The Recorder offers a premium knife to every subscriber who pays for one year in advance. Old subscribers know the knife, new readers can see it at the office or at Taylor & Phipps Co's store.
The notice explains that any person who pays for The Recorder one year in advance and brings in one new subscriber for a year earns premium No 2. It promises a superior knife compared to premium No 1.
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