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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1907
Page
3
A South Carolina tale reports Tom Harris, called a murderer, executed by hanging after a brutal crime against Mrs. Morgan and a neighbor’s account. Police traced him from Gaffney to Atlanta as details of the robbery and the fatal act emerged amid community fear and courtroom commentary.
Fragmentary notes from March 20 discuss the Grand Juliana Railroad and a Boston American star linked to personal crisis. The text hints at a chain of events fueled by a suspect impulse, with unclear names and roles.
Va March 20 Rev Dr of the First Baptist city and two others were bitten by a rabid dog days ago, leaving the minister shaken and under treatment while The Times reports on the incident and ongoing medical concern.
Rare Bulloch Roosevelt relics from Georgia arrive in Norfolk for display at Jamestown Exposition. Two silver cups, a Bulloch miniature, and a Georgia governor portrait placed in a safety vault pending History Building completion. Plus scattered chaos from unrelated rail notes and opinion snippets.
A medical note from Edward S Wood M D professor cites harmful effects of alum and alumina salts in food warning against their routine use. He argues alum compounds irritate internal organs after absorption and urge total prohibition. The statement reflects early 20th century concerns about food additives and public health.
Victoria Texas March 20 final chapter in one of Texas most noted murder cases will be written Tuesday when Felix Powell is hanged for the murder of Mrs A J Conditt and her four children. The crime occurred near Edna in September 1905. The tale recounts a brutal family killing and the subsequent capture and execution of co-conspirator Hank Gibson before Powell connection emerged. Also notes D and D school affairs hearing set for April 15 by Governor Glenn and a kidney remedy advertisement.
Fragmented report from Raleigh March 22 notes a proposed Railway Party measure to empower warrants against women under a Long Act. It cites the Central Railway project from Hamlett to Wilmington and a deadline for monthly progress reports starting May 10.
New Orleans March 29 immigration commissioner Sargent outlined a southern drawback arguing the region must raise wages to attract and retain workers. He noted the South needs agriculturists but cannot compete with North wages of two dollars while offering only 90 cents to a dollar. The remark ends with a wry line about an umbrella dealer spotting a silver lining.
States may advertise resources and living prospects to attract settlers and even pay immigrant passage with state funds, as long as no work contract is made in advance. The Attorney General’s reading of the latest immigration act restricts private help but allows state action, prompting calls for public funding to recruit immigrants while guarding against private contracts.
In Orleans April 1 a juror who could not read or write English led to a ruling in Congressman Favrot’s murder case. The district court sustained a demurrer to the indictment and the supreme court affirmed. A related note mentions an armless couple marrying in Ohio, illustrating contrasting life circumstances.
An advertisement touts Kilmer and Co. Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney, bladder, and uric acid troubles. It claims successful hospital and private practice use, offers free sample by mail, and urges readers to mention the paper. Includes address in Binghamton New York and multiple sales details.
Governor elect Hoke Smith of Georgia accepts War Department invitation for Georgia militia to join seacoast artillery. Savannah Volunteer Guards to form four heavy batteries, Fourth Infantry to serve as supports, other units preparing for Jamestown camp during the fair, aligning with the national militia act.
Raleigh April 1 The State Council will meet tonight to decide pardons for the White brothers of Concord serving six years for killing Russell Sherrill of Rowan. Decision rests with Secretary of State Grimes Auditor Dixon and State Superintendent Joyner. Bishop John C Inberry of the Methodist Episcopal South died suddenly in Ashland at 76.
Exercises and calisthenics fill the Carlisle Indian School schedule in Carlisle Pa with features including a Puritan opera priscilla by Robert Surrette. Graduation exercises are planned for Thursday afternoon as visitors attend the week’s program and related notices. Local vendors promote De Wites Little Early Risers pills sold by C M Shuford and W S Martin.
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