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Newspaper

Hickory Democrat

Location

Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1913

Page

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Press and Railways Unite for Community Development

Dr Finley of the Southern Railway spoke in Asheville on mutual interests with the press to aid community growth. He urged fair criticism, enlightened public opinion, and close cooperation between railways and newspapers to reflect economic realities and support productive enterprise.

Finley Asheville N. Cy North Carolin Press Tion Southern Railway Company Ther Unity Igto Ie Railways Telr Relto United States England Madoxe Hekelin Norwich

Southern Railway Advocate Praises Southeast Development Efforts

Mr Finley lauds press cooperation and expoits for regional growth. He highlights Western North Carolina as a model and urges newspapers to booster Southeast progress, urging responsible local organization under state auspices. He stresses strong state opportunities, rapid progress, and ongoing Southern Railway support.

Southern Railway Company Iou United States Elop Cooper North Carolina Greater Western North Carolina Association Southeast Pinley Finley

Flannigan Sentenced to a Year in County Jail

Abel Flannigan was arrested after driving drunk near Union Square, striking bystanders including Phillip Winfer and injuring him. Police officer Lentz was assaulted with a hickory stick. Judge Blackwelder sentenced him for drunk and disorderly conduct, hitting a officer, and the collision to twelve months in the county jail.

Abel Flannigan Flannigan Blac Welder Winer

Eight Seized After Express Office Break-In in Mebane

In Mebane on Tuesday night an express office was broken into. Eight gallons of whisky and two suits of clothes were stolen. Chief Long and deputies arrested eight Black men, locking them up by noon yesterday.

Mebane Express Long

Home and Parenthood in a Sacred Covenant

A sermon discusses natural rights of marriage and parenthood, the divine basis of the home, and the duty to raise children in faith. It emphasizes marriage as a sacred contract, parental responsibility, child training, and the goal of a godly family focused on salvation and religious instruction. Reverend messages urge families to dedicate children through infant baptism and to lead them toward God.

God God c Ormvinator Jesus Christ Ay Raul Marrind Hell Judgment Hall Hell Masi Aidan Ter Pang G. W. Fink

Crowley Assaulted After Romeenism Lecture in Oelwein

Jeremiah Crowley, lecturer on American public schools, was assaulted by a mob in Oelwein Iowa after a lecture denouncing Romanism. He was struck near the hotel door, sustaining a scalp wound and a bleeding head while patrons and bystanders witnessed the attack and threats against free speech.

Opers ‘Ett Otneln Jeremiah Crowley Rotary Rowan Stal Tad Veen Pat Pee Eve Eugene Jedge Ss Potion Court Te Senta Oelwe Guardians of Liberty Gabon Peta Wienar Jin Hanlon Srowley Rome Abe Oelwein New

Bucklen’s Amica Salve Advised For Wounds And Burns

In every home there should be Bucklen's Amica Salve to treat damns cuts wounds or scalds. J H Polanco of Texas reports it saved his daughter's cut foot and disbelief faded with cure. Marketed as the world's best salve at 25 cents and recommended by local druggists.

Bucklen J.H. Polanco Tex C. M. Shuford Moser F& Lutz Grimes Drug Store

EDITOR ACQUITTED IN LIBEL CASE AT EDENTON

Elizabeth City July 27 Special to The Observer W I Seessee editor of a weekly newspaper was acquitted of criminal libel charges after a long hearing before Magistrates M H Dixon Jr and R F Tattling Edenton The state lacked sufficient evidence and the case was dismissed after delays due to a missing witness and defense by McMullan and Cothoon with Bond Pruden and Vanner representing the state

Observer Elizabeth City W. i Seessee Init M. H. Dixon Jr R. F. Tattlet Edenton Saunders BF. Aydrett Aydiett Independent McMullan Hertford Cothoon Bond Pruden Vanner

Craig Responds To NC Rate Accord Reports

Asheville July 27 Governor Craig says he knows nothing of any settlement between the North Carolina Corporation Commission and railroad representatives. He will consider any basis of settlement submitted by Mr Travis after mature deliberation. He warns of possible legislative action if freight rate discrimination remains unresolved before the Legislature's special session.

Asheville Associated Press Norfolk North Carolina Corporation Commission North Carolina Craig Old Point Corporation Commission Travis

Home for Confederate Widows Placed on Ramsaur Site

Secretary A Turner of the State Commission for erecting a home for wives and widows of Confederate veterans announced selection of the Ramsaur site, five acres near Haymount Fayetteville. A $12 000 one story fireproof building to start by September 1, supported by Daughters of the Confederacy and local benefactors, will house about 25 residents with $5 000 annual maintenance. Mrs Hunter G Smith of Fayetteville chairs the board aiding the project.

Keateign Suiy A. Turner State Commission Fayetteville Ashley Horne Col A. Bryan Newbern Ramsaur Haymount Daughters of the Confederacy Hunter G. Smith

Causes of Stomach Troubles and Cure Ad

Sedentary habits lack of outdoor exercise and poor chewing contribute to stomach woes. Constipation torpid liver worry and unsuitable diet worsen issues. Contract habits and take Chamberlains Tablets to recover. For sale by Moser Lutz and Grimes Drug Co. adv.

Moser & Lutz and Grimes Drug] Co. Adv

Big Revival at Dunn Sees 64 Baptists Joined

In Dunn on July 25 Rev. F B King of Raleigh aided Rev. James Long in a two week revival. At service close last night many joined the Baptist Church and others may join other churches. Notably many heads of families joined, including many older adults, as King’s method relied on intensive personal effort and systematic campaigning. Charlotte Observer report.

King Charlotte Observer

Armed With Repeater Calls on Ball Player

Winston-Salem July 25 A hastily summoned city meeting reviewed police conduct in the Charles Snipes incident. Snipes and his brother Frank arrived with a Winchester at Prince Albert Park and the Hotel Webster seeking Stuart, a ballplayer. Police authorities were urged to explain and face a sworn witness hearing tonight at 8. Harry Smith and Luther es were jailed on assault charges with bonds set at 500 dollars each amid high tension not seen since a riot two centuries ago.

Winston-Salem Board of Aldermen Charles Snipes Prince Albert Park Webster Snipes Frank Snipes Stuart P. A. Gorrell T. W. Watson Tom Wise Jim Wiggins Russell Taughn O. B. Eston J. A. Thomas W.F. Byrd Thomas Jastn Ball Park Superior Court Harry Smith Lutheres

The Auto Bug Bites Deliriously In Wartime Writings

A fragment from a period piece discusses the Auto Bug as a societal vice, comparing it to absinthe and alcohol. It describes buyers convinced of haste, mortgage risk to purchase cars, and workers urged by new machines. A July 24 Thursday Study Club meeting with Mrs. C. C. Bost is noted along with a Travels in Switzerland program and refreshments by Miss Margaret Bost.

Hursday Study, Club C. C. Bost Pestis Antes

Secretary Daniels Proposal On Teaching Trades To Navy Sailors

The Nevada State Journal lauds Secretary Daniels idea to teach useful trades to sailors during enlistment so they can gain promotions or succeed in civilian life after service. It argues the armed forces have often produced men who struggle to earn a living, and training could preserve individuality and purpose.

Daniels Navy Army Uncle Sam Secretary of the Navy Nevada State Journal

New Well In Hickory to Relieve City Water Shortage

A new well is being bored at the western filtration plant in Hickory to alleviate the town water supply. It currently reaches about 200 feet and may extend to 300 or 400 feet. The project aims to ease the strained system as repairs caused muddy conditions at the plant.

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First Baptist Church Builds New Sunday School Room

The First Baptist Church is adding a fifty by fifty foot Sunday School room in the building now used by the School. Dirt is being moved to create space and cement will form the floor with several windows to ensure light and air. A furnace room is planned for future installation due to growing attendance.

First Baptist Church

Lenoir Blowing Rock Telephone Line Promoters Advise Progress

Mr N S Vasner of Hickory and Mr John E Deal visited the line last week to secure rights of way and stake the route. Construction will be rushed with extra heavy wire and two stations planned at Gombegrogh with options for special connections under certain conditions.

N.S. Vasner Hickory Lenoir Blowing Rock John E. Deal Pee Gombegrogh Leaoir News

Interesting Meeting at West Hickory M E Church South

A Sunday night children day service at the West Hickory M E Church South featured an engaging program. The standout moment was a girl of nine reciting verses from the 14th Psalm, highlighting the event's focus on youth.

M. E. Church West Hickory Serticeast

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