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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1912
Page
2
The Democrat announces a superb photogravure of Woodrow Wilson issued by the New York World. Produced for the World by Van Dyck Gravure Co from a Pach Bros photograph, it is touted as the best ever image of Wilson. Subscriptions offer World and Democrat access at $1.65 yearly.
The Hickory Democrat proudly published an 18 page Trade Week Edition, the largest issue yet, thanks to local merchants' advertising patronage. Foreman S. J. Lawrence directed makeup while the press ran nonstop for days, even using Times-Mercury's press once.
A fragment recalls a line about keeping one’s nerve and the first trial of Simmons to Lorimer. The reader sees a rustic, homey voice contrasting with courtroom tension as a man reacts to news from home. The piece hints at character and setting without full context.
The piece defends Judge Clark’s bid for the United States Senate, argues it is honorable to campaign, and criticizes newspapers for not backing him. It cites examples of judges and governors elected or nominated while on the bench, discusses agricultural policy focus for the Southeast, and urges fair exhibit placards at county fairs to boost farm yields and educational value.
Finley of the Southern writes an appreciation of the county fair urging Hickery Fair promoters to raise educational value. He notes fairs reveal neighbor results, allow farm visits and learning from successful exhibitors, and suggest lectures by agricultural experts to help farmers solve practical problems.
A board of directors of the State Hospital Morganton adopted a memorial praising Abel A Shuford who served 11 years on the board and passed away May 4, 1912. It commends his high character, business acumen, faithful public service, cheerful cooperation, and devotion to the institution and its people. The memorial is to be recorded in minutes and copied to newspapers.
The U S Civil Service Commission will hold competitive examinations across the United States this fall. Demand is high for male stenographers and typewriters, especially in Washington. Young men ready to start at $840 to $900 yearly have strong advancement prospects. For details contact Local Secretary, U S Civil Service Commission, Hickory.
An old advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a cleansing blood tonic for skin eruptions and rashes. It claims many conditions stem from impure blood and promotes the product for a dollar at stores.
A random selection of testimonial style lines touts Dr Kroe's Favoric Prescription as strengthening for women of all ages facing headaches sleeplessness and nervous strain. The ad claims long use over forty years and asserts safety alcohol free and not habit forming as a curative composition and dietary aid.
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