South Needs Labor Why Immigrants From Europe Avoid This Section
Washington correspondent Raymond notes under a new immigration law the bureau tracks origins of foreigners admitted from July 1 1908 to March 1 1909 totaling 28165. The piece argues southern states restrict immigrant labor to farmers and warns repeal of contract labor and peonage provisions is needed to draw alien workers.
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Dry South and foreign policy in Kentucky and beyond
A fragmentary item notes the South going dry, references Kentucky and Southern governors, and cites debates over medieval laws on immigration and Negro nation bondage. It mentions North Dakota and several Southern states, suggesting state legislators aim to wipe outdated statutes while reflecting broader tensions with foreign nations.
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Trouble Makers Ousted By New Life Pills
A sufferer with stomach trouble finds relief after using Dr. King’s New Life Pills. He reports fast improvements in dyspepsia indigestion appetite and vigor as stomach liver and kidneys begin functioning. Sold 25¢ at IC M Shufords WS Martin and Moser and Latx.
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New Road Plan From Lenoir Aimed At County Help
A private subscription scheme seeks 1000 to 2000 dollars to construct a road from Lavoie to the Catawba river on the Hickory and Lenoir line. Ten dollars per mile in new work is proposed with county residents expected to cooperate. Commissioner J M Allred pledges strong support and 5 pounds per person may be contributed.
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Lucas Jackson
Kelsey County
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J. M. Allred
Bucklen Arnica Salve Praised as Perfect Healer
An advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as superior to any salve or balm for cuts corns eczema salt rheum sore lips cold sores chapped hands and other skin ailments, claiming unmatched healing power.
Citizens Scrap Fourth Plans in Hickory Club Meeting
About 25 residents gathered at the Hickory club to discuss a July Fourth celebration. A committee reported $375 pledged of a $400 target, merchants opposed celebration but would contribute if held. An executive panel of 12 was appointed, but a Tuesday meeting drew few volunteers and the plan was abandoned. The rooster mascot died after the setback.
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C. Geitner
T. L. Hinkle
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R. D. Latta
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R. E. Martin
G. N. Hatten
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Mart W. E. Holbrook
Morganton Freight Depot Fight At Raleigh Hearing
At a Raleigh hearing the Southern Railway argued there is no room on the north side for a new Morganton freight depot and vowed to contest the project, even challenging the Corporation Commission’s authority. Julius H. Pearson for Morganton Retail Merchants Association said railroad conditions have changed, but the old station site remains inadequate for today’s Morganton. The commission asked for briefs and will issue a decision later.
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Col. Rodman
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