Book farming proves modern science boosts farmer incomes
The article argues that small, intensively tilled farms now yield $100 to $200 per acre annually, with exceptional cases exceeding $300, due to multiple crops and better climate. It credits government stations and agricultural colleges for advancing “book farming,” noting that scientifically guided practices distinguish successful farms from old methods and improve soil fertility, crops, and health. Burdock Blood Bitters is advertised as a health tonic.
Handling Poison and Liquor Laws Spotlighted
A Macon Georgia editorial links Sanford Walker's accidental bichloride poisoning to a pattern of similar cases from careless storage of poisons. It urges stricter safety at home and critiques the Webb Kenyon liquor bill, arguing it fails to curb lawless dens and exposes weaknesses among prohibition supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanford Walker
Atlanta
Macon
Nash
National Congress
Webb-Kenyon
Senate
New Life Pills For The Aged And Pain Free Relief
An advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as safe and effective for the elderly, priced at 25 cents and recommended by local druggists. The piece juxtaposes these claims with a narrative about two disabled men seeking alms and Confederate veterans to illustrate perseverance and dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
C. M. Shuford
Moser & Lutz
Grimes Drug Store
Enquirer
Loor
Monroe Enquirer
Little Sins and Quiet Loafers of the Parlor
The piece compares petty faults and small failings in Christian women and devoted yet human behavior to mosquitos in the night, noting that minor viper sins erode patience and faith more than blatant sins. It muses on human fragility, resignation, and the mysterious behavior of springs before rain.
cooperative dairy ideas shared with Davie farmers in Mocksville
W J Shaford promised to visit Co Jovie County to discuss the cooperative creamery at Hickory and its success. The trip aims to educate farmers as the State dairy and creamery expert demonstrates butter and cheese making with his apparatus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Shaford
Jevie County
Mocksville
Hickory
Davie Record
Bucklen’s Amica Salve Advertises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Bucklen’s Amica Salve for ulcers boils eczema and skin troubles. It cites Mrs Bunce Jones of Birmingham Alabama who says the salve healed an ugly ulcer in two weeks. The ad notes a price of 25 cents and endorsements from local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Bunce Jones
Birmingham
Ala
M. Shuford
Moser & Lutz and
Grimes Drug Store
Adv
Absolute Divorce Action in Catawba County Court
The defendant is notified that a divorce action has begun in the Superior Court of Catawba County. He must appear on the 7th day of July, 1913, to answer or demur to the complaint or risk the relief demanded. Clerk C M McCorkle issues the notice, with Youneill and Yount as attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Yount
Catawba
Superior Court
Said
Said County
New- 0C
N.C
M. McCorkle
Youneill & Yount
Fieree’s Favorite Fri. remedy for women’s weaknesses
An advertisement touts a non alcoholic non habit forming remedy for women’s ailments. It claims medicinal forest root ingredients and lists Dr. Pierce and other physicians endorsing the formula as among the best known cures for female weaknesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UF. Fieree
Outen
Pierce
Overland Car and its Value Proclaimed
The passage advocates choosing a car by judgment and pride, arguing Overland proves reliability and value. It asserts that supervised production yields good service, while a first-rate car delivers unfailing user satisfaction at a fair price.
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Hickory Democrat
E.y.morton
Edlitor
Ikntereg
Hicker
Tor Service
Drs. Ora J. Yount
Gexerrt E. Corry
Longstreet
Tata
Ciliara
Chattanooga
Shreveport
New Orleans
Texas
Southwest
Chicago
Indianapolis
Nat
Northwest
Maxers
Ces
Toledo
The
Overland Car Co
Hickory, N. C
Lydia E
Lydia E. Pinkham
Arenesrerestatick Women of the World
D.H. Brown
Ola
Kansas
Lydia Hpinkham
D-H
North Walna Street
Iota
Lydia F.pinkha
Lynn
Sterling Worth
Sim
Medicine CO
City Feed Company
Hickory Banking & Trust Co
C. H. Rowan Drug Co
Geo. E. Bisanar
Jeweler & Optometris. Watch Inspector
So. and
Scove
Ata
Childers
GROVE
Bromo
Jewes
Jorter
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