Carolina and Northwestern Railroad’s Long History and Growth
A detailed account traces the C and N W R R from its 1858 origin as a narrow gauge King's Mountain line to its 1902 4 ft 8 1/2 in standard gauge expansion. It notes major upgrades, mileage, fleet purchases totaling 75000 dollars, 500 employees, Chester offices, and a major role in local industry and freight like lumber, cotton mills, and package cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
di. Ik Wood Brow
Carolina and Northwestern R. R
South
Chester
S. C
Yorkville
S.C
King’s Mountain
R. R
C.&n.w
Lenoir
Newton
Gastonia
Shester
Caldwell
Lenoir T Collettsville
Edgemont
Mortimer
Pryor
Chester Town Hall
England
Ohio River
King’s Mountain RR
Gutheries
Sherman
Morch
Georgia
Gaston
Hickory
D. L. Miler
C. Abernethy
A. Sigmon
Br'stapp
L. T. Nichol
Rietory
Burke County
Rhodhissickory
Southern
White Vandottes
John S. Martin
Canada
EF. Reid
Me. F. Wolfe
J. W. Fletcher
Fletcher
C. Een
W.R.R
Taxing the Luxuries In a 1913 Congress War on Tariffs
Washington dispatch reports Clyde Tavener notes Democratic push to raise revenue from luxuries while trimming taxes on essentials. Underwood and committee members favor duties on items like dressed lumber and shingles, with possibilities of free meats and related goods. Critics warn downward revision will harm exports, citing Britain’s booming trade and full employment as evidence of protectionist failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde H. Tavener
Congressar
Washington
The
Democrat
Caaimnan Underwood
Dem Geatis
Ways and Mans
Britain
New Hope for Consumptives Remedy Ad
An old advertisement extols King's Wild Cherry and Tar as a panacea for coughs colds and la grippe including early consumption. It promises quick relief from cold tightness in throat hoarseness and fear of bronchitis with a taste described as good and a money back guarantee. Price listed as 25 cents.
Hickory School System Shows Rapid Growth and Planned Build
Hickory schools including public and private institutions enroll over 1200 pupils with 16 teachers now, up from 8 in 1907. Primary and grammar classes total 680, high school 125, plus a 200 plus pupil negro school. A new south side school building is planned, land purchased on Eighth Avenue for playgrounds, and improvements funded without exceeding income.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eighth Avenue
Hickory
Nthe
Dr King’s New Life Pills Banquet Ad in New Orleans 1842
Promises pain relief from indigestion and stomach trouble with Dr King’s New Life Pills. Claims the remedy also treats liver and bowel disorders. Advertises availability for 25 cents at local stores C M Shulord Moser Lutz and Grimett Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Clay
New Orleans
Dr. King
C. M. Shulord
Moser & Lutz
Grimet Brog
Correction of Rhodhiss town miscue and state leadership notes
The piece corrects a headline error implying the Mouse-Matthews tragedy occurred outside Rhodhiss and praises North Carolina leaders Locke Craig and Gov. Unig. It highlights mountain politics, the governor’s inaugural stance, and historical support for the constitution, while mentioning a dissolution certificate for the Safety Fire Escape Company with state official confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
Rhodhils
Rhodhiss
Swain
Vance
Merriman
Clingman
Colemans
Locke Craig
Raleigh
North Carolina
Craig
Unig
Safety Fire Escape Company Corporation
Hickory
County of Catawba
State of North Carolina
C. T. Morrison
J. Bryan
Grimes
North Carolin
Dohersby
St Raleigh
A. D
J. Bryan Grimes
Oxford Ford Items from a Fragmented Post
Fragmentary notes mention Isenhour from Illinois visiting family, a pleasant birthday celebration for Calvin Lail at M. Lewis Pysr's home, a recent Stork visit, and references to Lookout and a bridge near the river ford. Names include Garland Reitzel and Starnes with sick list mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford Ford
Isenhour
Illinois
Starnes
Calvin Lail
M. Lewis Pysr
Garland Reitzel
Spring term enrollments and a Progressive Peanut Party
The article lists new spring term students Simon Wa Tick and Everet Mauney among others, notes a Progressive Peanut Party Saturday night with Sophomore hosts and Dr Ernest Derindinser as chaperoes, and mentions prizes including a beautful picture won by Nias Deaderck and a booby prize for De Deviedinger amid a spread of oranges, oysters, peaches and cream, and fur cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gracella
Martha Throneberg
Jno. Pcupenter
AL J. Tosh
J McNatty
J.C. Beeler
Howard Buchel
Grace Galther
Holmes M. Wagoner
George and
Edgar Feairhelter
Philp F. Smith
Ewell Wright
Franklin Buchbelt
Bessie McGinnis
Artur Zug
Keth Fleming
E. Forleman
Herbert Ingle
Studens
Simon Wa Tick
Newton Oto le Hord
King’s Mountain
Everet Mauney
Newto Seruday
Sophmore
Ernest Derindinser
Miss Filinggim
Prises Beautfl
Nias Deaderck
de Deviedinger
Compulsory Education Bill Introduced in House
Representative J Frank Ray of Macon introduced a compulsory school attendance bill setting age limits at eight to fourteen. It requires school attendance records and reports to County Boards of Education, with prosecutions for noncompliance and detailed dissolution provisions for corporations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rueigh Dispatch
General Assembly
J. Frank Ray
Macon
County Boards of Education
Superior Court
Hickory
Jatawba
Heme
North Carolina
C. Z. Morrison
J. Bryan Oni
Sonia Aaron de Acorn
Earl Ny Steene
Acade
A. D
Bryan Grimes
Praise for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from Milwaukee mother
Mrs. Lida Dewey of Milwaukee writes that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has long relieved and cured coughs and colds for herself and her children. She notes its safety and pleasant taste, essential for medicating the young, and mentions it helps with croup cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Lida Dewey
Milwaukee
Wis
Wilson speech stirs Wall Street critics in Chicago
President elect Wilson faces fierce criticism from Wall Street magnates after his Chicago speech to the Commercial Club. The report notes his pledge to keep business free from restraint while demanding sharp competition, stronger antimonopoly measures, and fair credit terms, with applause muted by the wealthy audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Chicago
Wall
Harvester-Trust
Marae Oui
United States
Texas Woman Credits Swamp Root Aid for Son's Kidney Recovery
A Texas mother recalls her thirteen year old son suffering recurring swamp fever with kidney hemorrhage. After doctors failed to help, she used Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root and reports her son improved to adulthood. The letter asserts the remedy cured kidney trouble and endorses the product, with notarized testimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richie Batperson
Paris
2Rd Street
Texas
Nis
Justice of the Peace
Solary Publ
Lemar Co
Livingstone Pathfinders Journey and Tribal Encounters
Fragmentary notes recount Livingstone's voyage and lands, asking where he landed, who lived there, and his purpose. It mentions tribe names and chiefs, the role of women, remedies, and events along a 400 mile journey, with hints of changes at home and a jovial pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Livingstone
Capa
Rowlon
Cama
Pace
Thornton Light and Power Company Sale Report
The Thornton Light and Power Company sale involves K C Menzies as purchaser but not for himself, with price possibly reaching sixty thousand dollars. The matter notes franchise renewal issues, superintendent disputes, and halted actions by city officials. Col Thornton recently secured two patents for economical production of a warmseta and steel materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isr
K.C. Menzies
Col
Tome
Kidney Pills Endorsement From Hickory Resident
W L Lalone of 1413 Eight Ave Hickory NC testifies to the satisfactory results of Dean's Kidney Pills in his own use and within his family. He recalls purchasing at Moser Lutz Drug Store and endorses the remedy for kidney sufferers. He reaffirmed his recommendation in 1912 after initial statements in 1911.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Lalone
Ave
Hickory
N. C
Dean
Moser & Lutz
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Carolina and
Northwestern
R.R
Chester Lenoir-Edgemont
Underwood
School News of
Venoir College
Claremont College
Corildren
Dr. Kilmer &Co
Bingham
Gly
Bieta
Mimrenare
Ee Eceaweses
Castoria
Thornton Light and Power CD
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