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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1890
Page
5
Crop quality praised while Raleigh visitors, Roxboro town lot sale on August twenty, and an Asheville excursion for three fifty round trip. Notes on editors E S Sheppe and P W Vaughan art, plus humorous quips and tobacco industry shifts in Richmond and St Louis. Stated leaders Wake Sons and Blackwell Tobacco Co. cited among world giants.
The Lynchburg Advance notes the completion of the Lynchburg and Durham railroad, forming direct connections with major northern and southern markets. It calls Captain Peter J. Otey a tireless, capable railroad man whose energetic leadership made the project a success beyond expectations.
A lively ad promotes a round trip from Raleigh Durham and Hillsboro to Asheville, highlighting a limited time chance for travelers to join Mallorys trip. It emphasizes the opportunity as the best chance of a lifetime and frames the journey as an exciting mall or tour excursion.
The Republicans are indebted to Mr. McKinley for their hold on the sugar question but seek guidance on how to release it. Joseph Cole, a former Durham merchant and citizen of Code Fork township, was killed yesterday by a ladder accident while trimming trees. He died instantly from a fractured skull. His remains were to be laid to rest yesterday at the chapel in Chatham County.
Governor Joe Brown’s brother Judge Jim Brown ends his campaign as the Alliance gains strength for Thomas E Winn. Brown cites political entanglement and warns of Democratic party divisions possibly opening for a Republican or independent if the trend continues. Dewers generally indorse Brown despite the split.
In Southside Virginia many counties report two months without rain and crops suffering. Prince George area farmers warn only early showers can save corn tobacco and peanuts while creeks and woodlands dry and water storage drops press city officials to curb usage. Some regions still see rains and bountiful yields, with Greenville and Petersburg noting better conditions and prayers for rain at local churches.
The Princess of Wales reportedly taught her three daughters to ride at both left and right saddle and to bake bread and butter. An hour daily was devoted to housekeeping, with rumors of gowns and silver chain keys for the house. The text blends fragments about the West and South and voter turnout estimates.
Governor James E. Campbell of Cunio stops at the Ebbite on a Deer Park to New York swing. He asserts a vast Democratic win this fall, blasts the Republican Congress, predicts a 75 to 100 seat majority, and defends state sovereignty over congressional reapportionment and districting against federal intervention.
The piece argues humor boosts appeal and public morale, noting spontaneous wit can aid politicians and citizens alike. It cites rising demand for humor, warns against contrived jokes, and contrasts genuine humor with forced gags while discussing broader political finance concerns.
A Raleigh to Asheville round trip excursion is advertised with a 6 a.m. departure from Raleigh on Monday, arriving in Asheville at 5 p.m., returning Wednesday at 1 p.m., August 13, for 3.50. Special cars for ladies and escorts. reduced hotel rates offered. Mattony notes Hood's Sarsaparilla combats summer weariness.
The ad proclaims thousands relieved from indigestion and loss of appetite by one bottle. It asserts the medicine tones assimilative organs and cures chronic dyspepsia. Priced at $1, purportedly worth $5 a bottle.
The State Tobacco Association Morehead City announces rail tickets to the annual meeting with round trip rates from Charlotte to Raleigh and other points. Tickets on sale August 2 to 4 and good returning to August 12. Several city fares listed with modest intermediates rates. Ayrıca notice mentions G. J Spencer and Microbe Killer endorsements.
An 1889 Kansas newspaper ad notes Bucklen's Arnica Salve for sores and injuries with a money back guarantee. It promotes relief for ulcers corns and other conditions sold by R Biceale's Co in Durham Topeka Kansas and includes a testimonial from J J Suangeley of Topeka Kansas about dyspepsia and weight gain after using Micobe Killer.
An advertisement proclaims Dixie Horse Powders as the key to producing fine slick horses and notes a full supply is available locally. The snippet emphasizes the product as essential for horse grooming.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Fig as a universal laxative and cleanser of the system, claiming it cures headaches fevers indigestion piles and more, manufactured in California and sold by RK Blackwall & Son. Also touts English Spavin Liniment for horses claiming to remove blemishes, with savings and a North Carolina druggist retailer.
Haywood White Sulphur Springs advertises a mountain resort season with A J Rutjes as manager. It promises great fare under Rutjes, fine sulphur springs, cool water, bracing air, inviting nights, electric beds, moderate rates, and strong appeal to Eastern visitors. July season hint.
Executors announce all persons with claims against W A Barbee deceased must present their claims by 1891. Creditors should exhibit to W M G E and W A Banpas executors. Also, those indebted to the will are urged to pay promptly. July 14 1890 */}
Chester Female Institute in Chester Virginia announces its department 10 with an able faculty and a program offering fine educational advantages and physical culture at reasonable rates. Miss Shore and Miss Nellie Liedickinson are listed among the staff. July 16.
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