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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
1
The piece extols Hickory as the best place on earth citing healthfulness with pure water mild climate and low disease, strong morality with churches sober streets and two colleges, and robust finance aided by railroads manufacturing and active citizens. It urges citizens and merchants to advertise and boost the town through the Chamber of Commerce.
A long reminiscence traces Lincoln and Catawba county politics from 1835 through the Civil War and beyond. It notes Federalist and Democratic roots, Whig rise, the rise of the Alliance and Republican shifts, and questions about current party leadership and loyalties. It includes a closing call from Independent Sons of Rest outlining their social aims and governance.
A local note highlights diverse political views and social notes among D C ministers and members, mentions an upcoming investigation of alleged theft by a member, and mocks various ideologies. It also promotes Kodol digestive aid and reminisces on cattle and horse histories with mentions of Smoky Mountains gold rumors and a tobacco meat anecdote.
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