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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1914
Page
3
Annie Flanigan and others in Charlotte visit relatives in Hickory while many plan travel for fall stock purchases. Locals note trips to Montreat Union City and Blowing Rock, a street fair set for Oct 14–16, and a land sale in Asheville.
The Victory Society reports Miss Ertha Bradshaw, soon to wed Mr Earl Carr, was honored Friday Aug 14 with a handkerchief shower by the W W W W Club. Guests enjoyed punch, rock, and a handpainted fan, while pink roses and ferns lit the home.
The Church of the Ascension reports Holy Communion at 7:30, Sunday School at 10, Morning Service, and Evening Service. Activities include Girls Friend on Monday at 8, Litany and Address on Wednesday at 8, plus Choir Rehearsal, Women’s Auxiliary on first Monday at 4, and Guild meeting on second Monday at 4.
An ad describes a cure for fatigue with a seven day regimen linking to a church group. It claims a money back guarantee after three doses and includes a walk to a church, vocal exercise, Bible study, and a heart-warming gong as part of the routine.
Hendersonville August 19 James J Britt of Asheville was nominated to run for congress on the Progressive Republican ticket opposing J M Gudger Jr from the Tenth District in the contest.
A report states a great battle is in progress this morning near Diest in Belgium. Notice announces grading and top oiling of 11th Avenue from 10th to 13th Streets, 12th Avenue from 10th to 13th Streets, and 12th Street from 10th Ave to 13th Ave. Assessments at 33¢ per front foot, charged to abutting property owners, to be discussed at City Council on September 1 1914 at 8 p.m. in City Manager’s office.
Sealed bids will be received by the City of Hickory for terra cotta pipe and related work until 12 noon on Tuesday September 1 1914. The city reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Notices refer to sidewalk construction on Sur Aven and assessments charged to abutting property owners. John Mitchell City Manager announces bid terms and schedule. ba0-2t
North Carolina firemen calling for strong ordinances to regulate transport and storage of explosives. The resolution asks city authorities to enact rules, urges business leaders to avoid premises with dynamite, and requires fire chiefs to ensure enforcement. Also notes funeral notice for Mrs. Turner and an old advertisement for Dean's Ointment.
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