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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1906
Page
3
A garbled report outlines a political shift affecting church-state relations. It mentions a new leadership, measures restricting religious passions, and the potential expulsion of clergy from the episcopal mansion. The piece references pensions and rights tied to service, with mentions of authorities and legal sections.
Dec 14 report notes a quietus on spelling reform in Congress. The House and Senate discussed continuing the debate since convening, ending with a resolution to revert to the former orthography in a unanimous action aligned with the President’s stance.
Washington and New Orleans dispatches reveal debates over leasing a site for a sub-treasury and a drive to attract white immigrants to the South. Illinois Central advances an immigrant scheme linking New Orleans with European ports as a new station nears completion. Legislative approvals advance pay raises for Speaker and cabinet officers amid broader fiscal adjustments.
Washington December 14 The House struck out the simplified spelling provision in a legislative bill. The action followed the president’s promise to revoke the order to the public printer and a subsequent resolution. The deceased’s friends and relatives incurred about $8000. The Italian government did not cooperate beyond an adjusted stance, while witnesses testified before the grand jury. The Carolina Company, allied with the South and Western, faced peonage indictments with defense by Judge Phlegar and J Crawford Biggs.
Missouri cities executives gather in Jefferson City for the second annual Immigration Association convention. Governor Folk and national immigration officials speak as plans form to secure legislative funding to revive the state immigration law and to promote Missouri’s resources to attract desirable immigrants.
An advertisement touts Tyner's Dyspepsia Remedy as a cure for indigestion and related symptoms. It claims the product removes stomach acids strengthens weak stomachs and promises refunds if it fails to cure. The fragment also covers a Philadelphia philanthropic effort to send Santa Claus letters via the Post Office, noting legal restrictions and the dead letter office as the outcome.
Mrs B Carr of Vineland Ontario describes years of catarrh life burden and coughing. After vain professional treatments she tried Peruna on a recommendation from her sister in Hamilton. Four bottles brought steady improvement and restored health, she would not trade the medicine. The note claims many women owe their lives to Peruna and that many in Canada use it as a preventive.
The North Carolina general assembly will convene in Raleigh on January 8, following the rule of meeting on the Wednesday after the first Monday in January. It is expected there will be strong efforts to move the session to spring due to weather conditions hindering the January February period.
Pan1 Redmond administrator of the deceased 10 year old boy sues Southern Railway Co Richard Hanley and Kelsey Hughes for 10000 damages in superior court. It is the third suit over the death of the child run over by an engine in front of the passenger depot as he bent to pick up an object on the track. He suffered severe injuries and died several hours later.
Norfolk reports a contract for a Jamestown building by the Daughters of the Confederacy. The $5,000 project reproduces Beauvoir, Jefferson Davis's Gulfport home. Also notes proprietors tout Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and Electric Bitters, with local endorsements from Can ton Center and Tennettssville merchants.
A new one million beet sugar plant in Garden City Kansas opened promising large scale sugar production. The facility with capacity around 600 tons of beets daily is expected to produce about ninety tons of refined sugar per day and employ 500 to 600 workers. Beets are grown near the Kansas River area and previously marketed in Colorado. The plant’s opening signals significant local economic impact.
The body of Lawrence Nelson of Lenoir, who vanished about two weeks ago, was found two miles northeast of Lenoir by a hunter. Autopsy verdict: murder by a person unknown, though foul play is not definitively ruled out. Hamp Kendall and John Vickers jailed in Lenoir awaiting preliminary hearing. Evidence gathering and incriminating testimony planned with private counsel aiding Solicitor Linney.
The military board in Raleigh has proposed raising captain pay to 200 a year and allowing compensation for captains duties. The signal corps should include representatives from each town, and the adjutant general's salary should rise with a requirement to reside in Raleigh. Legislative action is needed for final approval. The report also notes Prince Albert memorial services held in London with royal attendance and tributes.
Secretary Silasiteh told the Senate committee that the Interior Department is the sole agency to protect Indian rights from predatory real estate agents in Indian Territory and Oklahoma. The statement echoed the ongoing federal effort to shield Native communities from land grab schemes.
San Francisco December 15 The board of education stated that Japanese children who have passed grammar school grades will not be barred from high schools. The remark clarifies access for Japanese students seeking secondary education.
Kansas City reports reveal a systematic inspection of terminal yards shows 3,000 empty freight cars idled due to insufficient motive power. Officials note the shortage hampers cargo moves across the region, highlighting broader rail capacity constraints.
Attorney General Gilmer reports for two years ending July 1 show 10,117 criminal cases in state courts, 6,715 completed, 1,215 acquitted, 2,125 pressed. Convictions and race breakdowns cited. crimes include assault, concealed weapons, terminal assault, murder, whiskey retailing, and cruelty to animals. Crown Prince Gustaf arrives in Stockholm amid regency. King Oscar shows improvement in Stockholm. Oklahoma rate regulation debated by Colquitt. Von Buelow’s political fate discussed in Berlin.
Notices posted in all cotton mills of the city announce a five percent wage rise effective Monday next. About 17 000 operatives are affected, a move described as cold cash warming political hearts.
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