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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1908
Page
2
By ZEB. P. COUNCIL. ESTABLISHED 1820. Entered as second class matter August 1903, at the post office at Durham, N. C. Subscription rates: One year one dollar, six months fifty cents, single copies a penny. Advertising rates available on request.
In Durham and Wayne County reports the prohibition issue is debated as candidates and editors clash over politics and influence. Ex Governor Aycock weakens locally as Craig supporters claim unfair tactics and papers tailor reports to suit their audience amid ongoing public discussions.
The piece condemns critics who use ministers actions to attack the church while urging readers not to let their faith in the church waver despite actions by individuals. It defends the church’s efforts to aid people amid prohibition debates.
A state seeks to send an uninstructed delegation to a national convention. Opponents of Bryan argue delegates should not be instructed and that elections reflect the principles of those who appoint them. The text suggests delegates are chosen to reflect the desires of the voters.
Governor Glenn’s Sunday address at the Academy of Music drew the largest audience yet, with a packed house and overflow. He defended prohibition, attacked liquor interests, and stressed driving whiskey from North Carolina as he defended his campaign and outlined state progress.
Ex Governor Daniel L Russell, 63, died this afternoon at his Brunswick county home after a weeks long illness linked to a four year old attack. He is survived only by his wife. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 PM at First Presbyterian Church Wilmington with interment at the family burying ground near Maysville Onslow county.
The invitation notes the sixteenth annual commencement from May 23 to 26, 1908. Principal events include Dr. John E. White of Atlanta delivering the sermon, the lay of the Melver Memorial Building corner stone by Grand Lodge Masons, an annual address by Hon. O. B. Martin of Columbia, and essays by the graduates.
An Eclectic Medical Review editorial cites Unicorn root and Golden Seal as key ingredients of Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. It claims the formula restores uterine motor activity and alleviates debilities in the reproductive system, with testimonials from noted physicians praising its use for menstrual and uterine conditions.
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