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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
5
A fragment from a 1908 issue notes subscription terms, a playful quip about painting town red, and political commentary on Taft, Bryan, and Woodrow Wilson era figures. It cites Governor Hughes, Secretary Taft, Gov. Glenn, and M. L. Shipman, with remarks on North Carolina delegations to Denver and Bryan's possible nomination. The tone blends satire, campaign chatter, and historical references.
In Mecklenburgs primaries Horne won a majority over Craig and Kitchin with tallies of Horne ten, Kitchin six, and Craig five. The result signals growing support for Horne as observers note his quiet campaign and record speaks for him. The Charlotte Observer hints at limited space delaying fuller coverage.
G P Drum appeals to Democrats in Catawba county to vote next Saturday the 20th for county offices, urging early and late polling, and asking steady support for his candidacy as the County Treasurer citing his competence and hard work as a farmer and a cripple.
The Democrat urges a new city park on Tenth Ave to serve women, children, and the impaired who cannot reach the existing parks. It argues a small land parcel could be transformed into a beautifying public space, improving accessibility and city aesthetics. Rev Harte of the Baptist Church received a pound party with about a hundred members presenting goods. Rev Bradshaw spoke, the group sang Blest is the tie that binds, then departed. Republicanism spells prosperity notes a reform spelling after the panic. Sam Jett begins sheep raising on his Kentucky mountain farm alongside cane cultivation.
An editorial close to the Newton Enterprise endorses Mr. Kitchin while favoring Mr. Horne for the Democratic governor nomination. It defends Kitchin against attacks, likens him to Hoke Smith, notes opposition to corporations, and argues public sentiment shifts. The piece urges restraint and contemplates political redemption.
Catawba County News notes the view that political bosses influence voters and predicts a Democratic debate between Craig and Kitchin in Charlotte Monday night. The piece also announces an International Sunday School Convention in Louisville June 18 to 23 with delegates worldwide and speakers including Gov. Glenn of North Carolina addressing Bible study and Christian service themes.
Arrangements are nearly complete for the Fourth with focus on comfort for spectators and participants. Confederate veterans will be honored, the Lenoir base ball team will attend, two balloon ascensions are planned, and a grand firework display will conclude the day. Over one thousand dollars is being spent. lemonade and music will accompany the Democrat office as headquarters.
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