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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1913
Page
2
The Hickory Democrat notes it is published weekly on Thursdays with EV Morton as editor and proprietor. Subscription rates include one year cash in advance at $1.00, six months, and three months. Advertising rates available on application. Post office entry at Hackory as second class matter.
In Catawba County farmers meet at the Chamber of Commerce to discuss a cooperative marketing system for sweet potatoes. Emmert of the Southern Railway praises the group as highly progressive and intelligent, while Foster is hired as an expert to further advance modern farming methods and mental farm life.
The Missouri good roads drive led by Governor Major attracted about 250000 business and farmers who set aside two days to support road work. The project totaling over one and a half million dollars incurred no debt, with women aiding by serving meals and encouraging workers, showcasing public spirit and progress in road construction.
Many Hickory women report backache headaches dizziness and fatigue linked to weakened kidneys. Mrs. R. T. Amos of New i C says Doan's Kidney Pills helped her recover energy and rest. loan's Kidney Keepers not proper. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Raleigh hosts a conference to appoint ten business leaders as the Just Freight Rate Conference Committee. The group will represent state business interests at future carrier council conferences on freight rate adjustments and advise state officials on legislative policy if rates cannot be settled by other means. A. K. Joy of our city is named to represent the region most affected by rate discrimination, with Democrat praising Tate's selections for safeguarding local interests.
A Lexington Dispatch editorial notes Wake County voters defeated the million dollar good roads bond, blaming lack of organization and campaign. It contrasts Davidson County’s support and recalls a Varner speech roasting Catawba for stagnation, praising other counties for roadwork and asking who’s progressive now.
Mothers ask if their children suffer from worms with signs like feverishness nervousness tooth grinding and poor appetite. The ad claims Kickapoo Worm Killer will kill worms improve appetite regulate stomach liver and bowels and restore happiness and health. Sold by mail for 25 cents by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Company Philadelphia and St Louis.
William L. Dann alias Irish Jimmy was found guilty of cracking the Sutton Mills office years ago and sentenced to eight years hard labor in Abe State pen. His wife traveled from New York City to attend. The jury deliberated about an hour and a half. The case drew intense local attention.
The National Conservation Exposition will run in Knoxville from September 1 to November 1, claiming to be the year’s big event in the South. The plan emphasizes conservation of natural resources and showcases southern industry with a $2,000,000 expo plant, set in a scenic Smoky Mountains foothill park. The event promises the largest, most diverse exhibits yet seen in the region, with national scope and substantial educational value.
The article states that the National Conservation Exposition in Knoxville will be fully ready when gates open, with all exhibits in the numerous white buildings completed. It emphasizes that visitors, including many from the Southern states, will find a complete display from day one, unlike other expositions that open partially.
Railroads advertise exceptionally low fares for the National Conservation Exposition in Knoxville Tennessee. The reduced rates run from September through the exposition’s end, enabling thousands within a 300 mile radius to travel to Knoxville at much lower cost.
The Best Pain Killer Bucxien's Arica Salve claims quick relief for cuts bruises sprains burns and skin injuries. E E Chamberlain of Clinton Maine praises its healing power. Sold by Moser and Lutz for 25 cents.
An elderly woman from Avoyelles Parish Louisiana testifies she suffered twenty one years with side pain, endured morphine, and a surgical operation in New Orleans, then found relief after using Kilmer Swamp Root. She reports passing gravel and no pain since starting the remedy and urges others to try it, noting a notary public confirms her oath in July 1911. An advertisement invites readers to request a sample bottle and booklet from Kilmer & Co.
A legal property description outlines the boundary lines and corners involving Sledge and Jones properties in Hickory County. It notes measurements of 100 feet run, 6 inches, and 4 avenues crossing the area, with references to Ward, Thomas, and Berens as property owners and surveyors GAPElmater and M. HL Yount overseeing the proceedings.
In Catawba County Superior Court an execution directs the sale of real estate to satisfy the judgment. On Monday September 1, 1913 between 12 and 1 PM at the Newton courthouse door the first tract in West Richory and a second tract along Sakerum are offered to the highest cash bidder. Sheriff and deputy seal the notice.
Notices advertise enrollment for summer courses in double entry bookkeeping practical banking shorthand touch typewriting and penmanship at Asheville Business College Henry Shockley 3rd floor No 8 North Pack Square Asheville N C invites mail students who cannot attend in person to apply now.
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