03 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
1
Throughout December the state faced a heated statewide vote on a railroad measure. The bill, opposed by farmers and backed by business leaders, sought direct state action. Voters rejected the plan by a substantial margin, signaling strong resistance to subsidized rail costs and freight increases.
A damaged fragment notes a Monday event involving Mrs. W and others including Dr. Marpby Rev. A dard and Mrs. Poovey. Additional names such as Mr. and Mrs. Jali and Mrs. Hutton appear in the unreadable text.
R W Robinson has relocated back to Hickory choosing residence on Riteenth Street.
E B Menzies, new manager at Grimes Drug Company, takes charge of all stock fixtures and debts. He has about 20 years in Hickory as a trusted druggist and will remain in the town, with many friends and a good standing in the community.
Shakespeare’s greatest play Hamlet will be presented by a strong cast of Lenoir College students on Monday night December 2 1914 at 8 o’clock in Hickory. The production features extensive coaching scenery and costuming with new elements. Reserved seats are at Latz’s Drug Store with prices 25 35 and 50 cents.
Savannah Georgia November 25 An annual 300 mile motorcycle race ended in tragedy with Gray Sloop of Mooresville North Carolina killed after losing control and crashing into a tree. Z D Kelly of Savannah was seriously injured, as was K H Verrill of Chicago. Race winner was Lee Taylor of Middletown Ohio finishing 27 laps in 2002.32 seconds.
Notice to piano owners about a visit starting December and lasting until January. The speaker will travel to and spend time visiting piano factories in Cincinnati and Nome, inviting owners to contact via phone 324 L Tem.
A French stretcherbearer reports from a farmhouse between French and German lines used as a wounded refuge. The translated Paris Temps account details terrified shells, muddy scramble through a yard, scenes of wounded soldiers, and a farmer’s wife sobbing amid destruction as both sides suffer.
Berlin Count Matthias Brudzewo Mielzynski once of the reichstag was awarded the Iron Cross first class for valor in Augustowo. He had shot his wife and nephew at his castle near Gradz in February. The tragedy, linked to a love affair, caused a sensation, and he was later acquitted of manslaughter.
Report from London states the British Admiralty faces a 690 day buildup to complete a warship. The hull is armored and launching plans are delayed. Trials will test speed and torpedo stability. Officials confirm readiness but note prolonged timelines affect deployment.
A fragmented OCR narrative follows an artist painting by a stream as a mysterious woman and a young man interact. The scene shifts between painting, conversation, and speculative tension amid a rainy day and a hillside setting.
Pas Scott Mowrer reports in the News the dramatic Royal Frontier coast guard vigil at sea during a torpedo boat encounter. A vivid, wartime scene unfolds with searchlights, guns, and the officer of the watch as the ship battles night, wind, and spray while a torpedo boat fights for survival amid deadly sea. Local industry notes detail Le Noir’s new furniture factory in Caldwell, with timing and leadership. Civil court gains progress as Mrs Ella Montgomery sues rails, and Caldwell’s corn yield shows strong results amid broader regional activity.
Vienna reports show courts strained by cases against 80 accused for violating government orders amid alarming news. Judges are stern and punishments seen as inevitable, with few acquittals. the Cracow military authorities block refugee entries as Russians approach.
The board of stewards of the Hickory Circuit is asked to meet at the Methodist Church in Hickory at 11 o'clock December 9, 1914. A full attendance is desired. B. A. Yorke, Pastor.
New York reports that wireless railway signaling and control may replace telegraph systems on Lackawanna routes. Government inspectors tested the Hoboken station, ensuring no interference with navy yard wireless gear. Officials say wireless reduces maintenance costs and improves year round service. Lackawanna's L B Foley leads telegraph operations. towers are built to withstand storms. A prior running test indicates installation issues resolved, signaling broader adoption amid war tied travel shifts.
Fragmented text mentions third largest city and several place names. Contains garbled references to New York and Chicago with scattered numbers and terms. No coherent event or clear facts to summarize beyond a list of cities and approximate mentions.
A deputy sheriff urges payment before December 1 to avoid a 12 percent penalty. He states office hours at City Manager's Office and Southern Express Building daily 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. except Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. until January 1. Brookford December 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. West Hickory Norris & Margns Store December 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendance requested to collect receipts.
Far across the Catawba River in Lovelady township Caldwell County a man about 75 years old died Sunday night from blood poison. The funeral at Rocky Mount Methodist Church Tuesday at 2 pm was conducted by Rev. B A Yorke. Survived by several children his wife died years ago.
Washington November 29. The abolition of all but two naval prisons in the continental United States was recommended by Jant. Ridley McLean, judge advocate general. Prisons would be replaced by shipboard detention aboard the gunboat Topaz and the cruiser Philadelphia at Mare Island. The plan would substitute loss of pay or discharge for many cases, allowing minor offenders to be transferred from shore prisons for reform and rehabilitation.
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