Catawba Hen Tale Tells of Eggs and Faith
A rural anecdote from Hickory dated January 13 recounts a Methodists’ tale about a Catawba hen that miraculously laid eggs to feed guests after a dinner mishap. The editor is teased over the speaker’s identity and references a visitor named Brother Bain. Subscriptions to the Democrat are urged.
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Henry Ward ‘Beecher
Laidanez
Beecher
Hickory
Clorinda
Brother Bain
Demorat
Catawba County War History Prompts Local Rally and Book Plan
Professor George W. Hawn of Hickory works to collect Catawba County Civil War history, urging soldiers and families to send photos and notes for a planned book. The appeal stresses the county's brave past, with mentions of local towns and ongoing efforts to finalize the project amid delays and indifference.
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Catawba
George W. Hawn
Hickey
Catawba County
Eickory
Newton
North
Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets Promise Quick Indigestion Relief
A vintage Rexall advertisement touts Dyspepsia Tablets as balancing a missing gastric element to aid digestion and blood formation. It urges carrying the remedy, taking one after heavy meals, and offers a money back guarantee. Three sizes priced 25 cents, 50 cents, and $1.00 with Rexall Remedies sold at The Rexall Store.
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Rexall
Gatawba College Notes Lecture Tickets and Contributions
Gatawba College notes a Bible illustrated lecture by Rev. Carney on December 2 in the college chapel. Rev. G A Wagner of Lant esburg Pa sends ten dollars to President Buchheit for college debt. Manager Anderson says baseball players are performing well with many new men. Robert Wilson of Startown and Evans frost from near Newton have joined as students.
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McAure
Burton J. Hendrick
Salt Lake City
Forestdale
Bountiful
Salt Lake
Jones
Helen Cannon
Mrs Jones
George M. Cannon
Cannon
Bueme
E. New
Carney
G.A. Wagner
Lantesburg
Buchheit
Anderson
Ropert Wilson
Startown
Aft
Rvans Frost
Newon
Constipation remedy claims bold Rexall Ordelies candy
An old advertisement touts Rexall Ordelies as a tasteless, gentle bowel regulator that overcomes habitual constipation without unpleasant effects. It promises a full refund if not effective, notes two sizes and sale through The Rexall Store Grimes Drug Co.
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Rexall
Grimes Drog Co
Burke Marriages in Seard Township Burk County
Marriage notice from Burke County records states Jane Beach wed Miss Johnsie Honk at Squire Adams residence in Seard Township Caldwell County on January 19. Squire Adams conducted the ceremony in a traditional ceremony with expected happiness.
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Burke
Squire Adams
Seard Township
Burke County
Jane Beach
Johnsie Honk
Caldwell County
Remedy for whooping cough advertised by Champerlains
An early 20th century ad promotes Champerlains Doug Remedy promising to ward off whooping cough and prevent danger and anxiety. It claims thousands of mothers use it successfully and that it is sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Ail Deargy
Champerlains
Local Doctor Offers Treatment and Cure of Chronic Disease
A devoted physician highlights his work in curing men women and children long deemed hopeless. He charges modestly under 4 dollars per month with no extra fees and medicines provided by him. Patients may consult free. if treated costs are small and often lead to cure in four to six months with early visits encouraged.
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Greensboro
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First National Bank
Hickory, N. C
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Deitz Block
General Assembly
Highland Gracea School
J. H. Botex
M. W. Clark
Riday
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Smyrna
China Department
Globe Wernicke
Statesville House Furnishing Company
Statesville, N.C
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