Our Formidable Rival and Local Dairy News
The letter page mocks rival papers and prices, notes Southern Railway dairy lectures in Hickory, and reports editorial changes at Albermarle Chronicle. It commends Congressman Webb on liquor shipment bill, invites temperance supporters to a Raleigh convention, and previews speakers Hobson Baker and Wooley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Y. Webb
North Carolina
Fort
Raleigh
R. P. Hobson
P. A. Baker
Jnc. G. Wooley
Friends of Temperance
Catawba County
Two Newton Men Praised For Keeping Newton Hickory Friendly
A letter lauds W. Feimster and Geo W. Cochran of Newton for fostering cordial ties between Newton and Hickory. The writers commend their polite, pro–union chatter at a Hickory Chamber event and in the newspapers, urging goodwill and mutual aid between the towns and their people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feimster
Geo W. Cochran
Newton
Hickory
Newton Hickrowth
Cochran
Madame Catawba
Rankin Promotes Health with Stark Preventable Deaths Figures
Dr. W. B. Rankin of Raleigh, secretary of the State Board of Health, addressed Hickory warning that one and a half million U.S. deaths yearly are preventable and conflict at 5,000 murders annually while 25,000 die from lack of quarantining. He cites Hickory’s death rate as suspiciously low and vows a personal check, urging cleaner air and climate adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rankin
Raleigh
State Board of Health
United States
Hickory
Reverend J S Moody Leaves for Arizona Mission
The Democrat notes the Moody family will relocate to Arizona because Mr Moody’s son needs a dry climate for health. Moody has been central to the community’s religious and intellectual life and built up the Epis coval parish despite difficulties. The piece praises his energy and zeal and laments his departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
J. S. Moody
Arizona
Banquet Praise for Hickory Rail Service Highlighted
Mr J D Elliot lauded Hickory’s passenger service at the banquet noting 12 trains daily on the Southern and Carolina and Northwestern Railways as a great service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Elliot
Hickory
Southern
Carolina & Northwestern Railways
Royster Guano Plant at Tarboro Destroyed by Fire
The F. 3. Royster Guano Co plant at Tarboro burned, causing a loss of 100100 dollars. The Democrat notes the disaster and promotes the Royster guano fertilizer as a valued product in the region. Try it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royster Guano Co
Tarboro
The
Democrat
Royster Guano
Gladden Acquitted in Cleveland County Murder Case
The jury rejected John Ross's testimony accusing Frank Gladden, a white painter, of forcing him to aid in the Dixon family killings. Ross was convicted and faces electrocution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ross
Frank Gladden
Dixon
Cleveland County
Gladden
Ross
Dr Kings Sarsaparilia for Rheumatism Health Aid
A historic note extols Dr Kings Sarsaparilia as a proper internal treatment for rheumatism and uric acid deposits in the blood. It warns of danger when heart involvement occurs and highlights nerve and bone joint tissues as affected areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Kings
A Tribute to Mrs Teague of Caldwell County
An obituary memorial details the death of Mrs Teague on January 5 1912 at age 88 years 4 months in Caldwell County. Born September 5 1825 she joined the Baptist church in youth and remained faithful. The tribute recalls her Confederate service and her ready departure, ending with lines of solace and remembrance and a final note that she rests with Christ.
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Caldwell County
Shayer
Teague
Sne
The
Baptist Church
Satan
Christ
Rattler
Notice of Estate Administration for Sarah L Bumgardner
The undersigned administrator of the estate of Sarah L Bumgardner, deceased, of Catawba County North Carolina, notifies all creditors to exhibit claims by December 11, 1912, or be barred from recovery. All owing estates must settle promptly. Dated December 11 1911. Robert A Bumgardner Administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah L. Bumgardner
Catawba County
N.C
Robert A. Bumgardner
Adi
Henkel-Craig Live Stock directors reelected at Statesville meeting
The old board of Henkel-Craig Live Stock Company was voted in for another term at a stockholders meeting on North Senter Street. Directors include W A Thomas C Fomin C V Henkel D J Staig Gwin Har ter Robt S Reinhardt J D Heilig T S Coffey L P Henkel L T Henkel D M Boyd Harvey and Chas Geitner. L P Henkel is president and T L Henkel H J Dunavant are vice presidents with D J Craiz as secretary and treasurer. The firm reported a prosperous year and paid an 8 percent dividend. South Fork river froze over last week for the first time in twelve years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statesville
Henkel-Craig Live Stock Company
North Senter Street
Wessrs
W. A. Thomas
C. Fom
C.V. Henkel
D. J. Staig
Gwin Harter
Wilkesboro
Robt. S. Reinhardt
Lincolnton
J.D. Heilig
Salisbury
King's Wild Chevy and Tar Remedy Ad
An early 20th century advert promotes King's Wild Chevy and Tar for coughs colds and la grippe claiming relief even in early consumption stages. It touts rapid action with phrases like stop it now and get relief easily. Guaranteed to cure or money back at 25 cents, sold by medicine dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King’s
Chestol
King’s W. Cherry
Edgar Yoder’s White Orpingtons Dominate Guilford Poultry Show
Edgar D. Yoder won multiple awards at the Guilford Poultry Show in Greensboro, taking 2nd cock 2nd hen 3rd pallet and 1st pen plus a silver cup for best pen White Orpington. His birds drew strong attention for color and type, and he plans a trip from England with Miss Carey Farm stock to introduce new blood and stay ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar D. Yoders
Greensboro
Mr. Yoder
England
Miss Carey
Blood Balm ad promises cure for skin and blood diseases
An old advertisement claims Botan ic Blood Balm cures impure blood and chronic skin ailments like eczema, boils, scrofula, and rheumatism. It states relief from sores and pains, with a large bottle priced at one dollar and a free sample by mail from Blood Balm Co. in Atlanta, distributed locally by Moser & Lutz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
Blood Balm Co
Atlanta
Moser & Lutz
Church Services and Meetings Schedule
At the Methodist Church preaching every Sunday at 11 00 a m and 7 00 p m Sunday school at 945 a m Epworth League meeting every Tuesday 730 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 730 Mission Study Class meets Monday evening at 8 00 lock at all of the members
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Epworth League
Mission Study Glass
Millionaire backs stomach cure Rexall dyspepsia tabs
An old news note discusses a rich man offering a million dollars for a perfect stomach and promotes Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets as a dependable remedy. It claims the product restores digestion and offers a money back guarantee at 25, 50, and 1.00 dollars with local Rexall availability at The Rexall to Grimes Drag Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rexall
Grimes Drag Co
West life drives man back home from Montana
Mr J A Hildebrand returns to Pencope after trying Taft and Missoula in the west. He notes 28 barrooms at one place and recalls about 27 dead men found around the bars after a thaw. He says the west is too rough and decides to stay home.
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West
J.A. Hildebrani
Montana
Pencope
Taft
Missoula
Red Buck Bryant
Hildebrand
Record of a Great Medicine from Hooper Nebraska
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helped Mrs Susie Templeton of Hooper Nebraska after five years of female troubles. She credits seven bottles with restoring health and the ability to do washing and care for boarders, urging others to try it. Also notes J W Bowles bought J E Abee's house for 2500 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hooper
Nebraska
Lydia E. Pinkham
Suse Templeton
Pinkham
Lydia E
Doan's Kidney Pills Offered as Relief for Kidney Ailments
Appalling death rate from kidney disease traced to neglected early symptoms. Backache headaches and irregular kidney secretions signal trouble. Doan's Kidney Pills, praised by Mrs. WM Deal of Hickory NC, advertised as reliable and promptly effective. Sold by Moose y Lotz's Drug Store and all dealers for 50c. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
WM Deal
Hickory
Moosey& Lotz
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Severe winter grips Davidson county and nearby areas
Residents report the coldest spell since the 1890s with Fayetteville recording five inches of snow and 10 degrees while Burke Mountain area reports eight below zero. Mitchell and Avery counties also show frigid conditions as subscription notices push a local youth publication.
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Davidson County
Fayettville
Brurky
Mitchell
Avery
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad Praises F. J. Cheney Co
An 1880s advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an uncured catarrh case, claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures via blood and mucous surfaces, and lists endorsements from Walding Kinnan & Marvin and Toledo druggists with price seventy five cents per bottle. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
O. Hall
Thrice-a-Week World Offers Value to Readers
The World boasts a long record of impartial coverage and prompt news. It advertises its Thrice-a-Week edition published every other day except Sunday with serials humor and extensive content for an annual price of 1.65 dollars.
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York World
The World Almanac 1912 Edition Preview
A compact rome of alah and innovations appears in the 1912 World Almanac edition. The catalog highlights rate basics, figures up to date and a service line for buyers seeking a copy, plus notes on farmers and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the World Almanac
Rome
Uae
Dover
Mernant
Farmer
Lsbeer
Otis
Foe
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hickory Democrat
TE General
Chicago
Kansas City Star
Kansas City
John Brown
Dred
Scott
Peifer
Hickory Township
Mebane
Frank William
Jesse Click
Southern Railway
Finley
C. M. Morgan
Washington
Albermarle Chronicle
R. G. Mace
Times-Mercury
Chronicle
Mace
Tfe
Hickory and Health
Click
the Mercury
Hannah Selenia Teague
Lan
Henkel-Craig Live Stock Co
Chamberlain
All Deal
South Fork
Orphingtons
J. W. Bowles
J. E. Abee
Drusest
Dr. Pierce
Rodin
Berkeley
New York World
Royster Fertilizer
Royster Fertilizers
F.s.royster Guano CO
Norfolk Va
Tarboro NC
Cobbin S.C
Baltimore
Montgomiery
Spartanburg
Cor Ga
Columbus Ga
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