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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1912
Page
2
A fragment discusses historical treatment of Jews by nations, citing Egypt Persia Spain and Russia. It asserts the Zionist movement is gaining attention and predicts future Jewish power and national reoccupation of the land, framed as a historical prophecy.
Hickory urged broad reform in 1912 including a statewide primary law Torrens land registry and better roads. Catawba County seeks bonds for roads chain gang longer school terms salary-based county offices and improved agricultural conditions. Proposals cover municipal finance new depot market house fairgrounds building loan extension and local industry boosts like a chicken fattening plant fireless brooders stave silos and oxalic acid from sawdust.
The piece notes the United States ending the 1832 treaty with Russia after pressure and Taft's action, with Rep Salter introducing abrogation. It recalls Russia's long refusal to allow naturalized Jews to reenter its borders and includes reverent remarks about Jews as a chosen people amid persecution.
A Christmas note praises Rev. M. A. Abernethy for spiritual and material aid to the Catawba County Home in Conover. Donations from Emily Wheeler, F. B. Gwin, D. H. Russell, J. Ho Shuford, B. F. Seagle, and Miss Josie Person are acknowledged, urging prayer for the poor and reflection on true riches beyond wealth.
The Baltimore Manufacturers Record quotes Thomas A. Edison on vast future potential for motor trucks. He notes 75 percent of railroad freight uses horse drawn carts to depots and says battery powered trucks would save space, double load capacity, and double speed, with a Piedmont Wagon plant in Hickory possibly manufacturing them.
A testimonial states chronic coughs failed many remedies but improved after Vinol. The writer credits Vinol for restoring health, claims Vinol’s medicinal elements and tonics aid blood and strength, and offers a money back guarantee if it does not help.
Edison argues storage batteries will enable city hauling and spread to power plants nationwide. He notes motor trucks carry double load at twice the speed, occupying half the space of horse drawn vehicles, cutting trips and reducing costs, and claims 75 percent of railroad freight is moved by vehicles.
A December 20 curfew in Granite Falls makes it illegal for anyone under 18 to be on streets after 7 PM. The measure, backed by some parents, aims to curb youthful loafing amid concerns over wider youth lawlessness.
President Taft urged Congress to move federal offices from the Senate and President confirmation to a classified service. He argued this would cut government costs and curb patronage used for political ends in positions like internal revenue collectors, customs collectors, postmasters, immigration commissioners, and marshals.
Annual meeting of the First Building and Loan Association stockholders in Hickory North Carolina set for Tuesday January 16 1912 at 8 p m at City Hall. Purpose is to elect officers and directors and to transact any other business that may come before the meeting. G H Geitner president G R Wooten secretary treasurer.
Fragment from an old testimonial notes two years of female disorders and persistent backache. The writer claims health improved after using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and invites further information from Mrs Pinkham.
On Wednesday morning December 21 nine o'clock, Lester L. Suther of Statesville and Curlee Wagner of Hickory united in marriage at St. Andrew's Evangelical Lutheran church East Hickory. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Wagner. Attendants included Miriam Deaton at organ and couples George Sawyer Lizzie Witherspoon Julius Waugh and Bessie Luther. After the Lutheran ceremony the couple left for a weeklong trip to Concord Salisbury and Greensboro before settling in Statesville.
Professor Anna of Hamburg and Dr. Sabourand claim a scalp microbe causes baldness by lodging in sebum and closing pores. Rexall 93 Hair Tonic promises to eradicate the microbe, revitalize roots, restore color, and stop baldness with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The Grimes Drug Co. offers two sizes 50 cents and 1.00 only at Hickory Rexall Store.
Mr E and Chapman of Bandy's brought holiday news of Price Huffman and Miss Sue Friddle marrying on the December Mth at the bride’s sister Mrs Wm Cook with Squire C L Blackwood officiating. Mail carrier W C Johnson on Henry Route 2 wrecked his buggy on the Mth, finishing the route on horseback. A box supper occurred at Flint Hill School House on the 19th, with girls supplying boxes and all enjoying the evening as roads remained nearly impassable from recent work. Mr E E Chapman teaches Flint Hill No 1 in Bandy township.
Advice on avoiding consumption by maintaining a healthy body through fresh air, sleep, and hygiene. Warns against overwork, poor ventilation, and intemperance. Emphasizes sunlight, moderate eating, regular habits, and avoidance of worry to prevent the disease. Recommends open windows for air and screens against flies.
Mrs. Sarah Bungardner's funeral sermon will be preached on the second Sunday in January at 1 a m at Fair Grove church by Rev. O P Routh. She died November 24 at age 78 years 5 months and 7 days. Five children survive: Robi A near Conover Nancy Bumgardner Reese of Hickory C F Bumgardner Newton Charles E Hickory F Alonzo Hickory. She was a life long member of the Methodist church and widow of D A Bungardner.
You risk no money as Rexall Orderlies are offered with full payment by the seller if the remedy fails to relieve constipation. The ad claims the candy like treats are gentle, safe, and non diarrheal, suitable for children and delicate persons, available in 10c 25c and 50 sizes at The Rexall Store Grimes Drug Co.
20 percent Democrat South Fork reports P R Yoder has gone to Charlotte with a load of sweet potatoes. Cephas Anthony, who had his leg broken moving the dredge from Clark's Creek to Potts Creek, had it amputated and is recovering well. Potts Creek farmers move dredge boat materials to John Fulbrights. work to dredge the creel begins. Mr Sain from Lincoln County moved into Jesse Hahn’s old farm. Will Fulbright bought a farm near Baker’s Mountain and moved there.
Mrs Mary Burnside and N T Sandefer were married at Dr D L Fry's residence on Thursday December 28 by Rev J G Garth. The bride, a refined young woman, has lived with her cousin Mrs Fry for years. Sandefer, a traveling salesman for the Oliver Typewriter Co, is seen as having strong business prospects. The couple departed for Fort Worth, Texas, after the ceremony.
A single dose of Deans Requiets is enough for mild easy action of the bowel. It treats habitual constipation and costs 25 cents a box. Ask your druggist for them.
Mr L S Sherrill and family from Hickory attended the wedding of Sherrill brothers Charlie and Henry Sherrill. Estelle Sherrill is home for holidays after study at Granite Falls. Rev A L Bolick preached at Sherrill schoolhouse. Lutherans plan a church near Mr D M Parker. Henry Sherrill and bride depart Monday for Charlotte for their honeymoon and to visit relatives in Union and Cabarrus counties.
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