Possible Wilson nomination favored by major papers
In Hickory North Carolina on June 20 1912 discussion cites 349 to 86 35 39 14 30 10 with 142 uninstructed and 6 contested. The New York World Philadelphia Record Richmond Times Dispatch and the Charlotte Observer back Wilson and sentiment rises that he is the logical nomination. Betting odds tilt toward him though described as immoral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Underwood
Harmon
Foss
Baldwin
Marshall
Burke
The
New- York World
Philadelphia Record
Richmond Times Dispatch
Charlotte Observer
Wilson
Pioneer of the Air Wilbur Wright Dies in Ohio
Wilbur Wright, famed aviator and co inventor of the heavier than air flying machine with his brother Orville, died at his Dayton Ohio home of typhoid fever. He was honored by France and the Legion of Honor for his pioneering work in flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbur Wrigh
College of France
Wright
Daytor
Ohio
Orville
Charlotte Observer
J. P. Caldwell
Wright Boys
Kitty Hawk
North Carolina
Wilbur
A Farmer Named Lieutenant Governor Aboard the Slate
A North Carolina Democratic State Convention placed farmer Daughtridge of Edgecombe on the ticket for Lieutenant Governor. After shifting votes from Catawba and Burke counties, Daughtridge secured the nomination. He thanked supporters, noting a farmer can speak as well as plow, and he possesses a strong presence to influence the State Senate. He supports a large family on his Edgecomb plantation and will face quarreling lawyers in Raleigh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughtridge
Edgecombe
Catawba
Burke
W. J. Shuford
W. A. Self
W. C. Ervin
A.C. Avery, Jr
State Senate
Edgecomb Plantation
Wilson sentiment grows lead for presidential nomination
Governor Wilson earlier urged North Carolina support, and the state convention endorsed him. The Minnesota endorsement a day earlier solidifies his lead at Baltimore on the 25th with 366 votes anticipated on the first ballot. Clark:
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Wilson
North Carolina
Minnesota
Baltimore
Clark
Charlotte Moves to Tighten Liquor Licenses and Bonds
Charlotte's aldermen refused liquor licenses to any drug store after July 1 and required all clubs to post a $5,000 bond signed by three responsible parties. Firms may forfeit bonds if convicted of illegal sales. The plan mirrors Statesville and aims to end liquor as medicine and curb pest holes in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
Statesville
Harris and the Observer editorial byline change
The notice lauds Wade H. Harris as the new editor of the Observer, praising his North Carolina knowledge and traditions and predicting a return of the paper’s old flavor. It credits his plow point and anvil hammer mindset and anticipates sharper state weekly coverage.
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Observer
Wade H. Harris
J. P. Caldwell
Harris
North Carolina
Chronicle
Wade
Will They Take It A Governor Nominee Named For North Carolina
The piece contends for Craig as a strong agricultural governor candidate and notes Elisha Daughtridge as future Senate leader. It mocks a local farmer incident involving Mr. Joan Barringer and comments on death and politics with rural South Piedmont imagery.
The State Normal and Industrial College Ad
The State Normal and Industrial College shows steady growth in North Carolina women’s higher education. Last year total enrollment was 905, with representatives from 91 of 100 counties. Nine-tenths of graduates have taught or are teaching in NC schools. Dormitories funded by the State. board at actual cost. Two hundred free tuition appointments will be awarded mid July. Apply early as capacity fills.
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State Normal and Industrial College
North Carolina
Obituary for Marie Elizabeth Hawn 1911 1912
Marie Elizabeth Hawn child of Clarence L. and Mrs Hawn born January 20 1911 baptized September 17 1911 departed this life June 8 1912. Funeral from Holy Trinity Lutheran Church by Rev J H Wanamaker. Text Jeremiah 31 3 I have loved thee with an everlasting kindness laid to rest in the city cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Elizabeth Hawn
Clarence L. Hawn
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
J. H. Wanamaker
Home endorsement backs Deans Kidney Pills in Hickory notice
A Hickory resident Mrs. J. W. Neil proclaims the effectiveness of Deans Kidney Pills from Moser Lutz Drug Store. She reports relief from back aches and kidney trouble after using the tonic. The ad urges buyers to remember the name Deans and buy at 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. The piece also notes a Raleigh ceremony unveiling a monument to Henry L the first Confederate soldier.
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Dean
J. W. Neil
Tenth Ave
Hickory
N. C
Moser & Lutz
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Deans
Henry L
Capitol Square
Raleigh
Fannie Ransom Williams
Newton
Ends Hunt For Rich Woman Ends With Electric Bitters Promise
The ad proclaims Electric Bitters as a cure for nervous complaints and digestive issues, claiming it brightens the brain, steadies the temper, and enhances beauty through pure blood and restful sleep. It sells at 50 cents through local druggists. The Boone Training School opens with 148 students from Raleigh, Burnsville, and Tennessee, with Prof. and Mrs. Randolph present.
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Aiich
C. M. Shuford, Moser & Lutz
Grimes Drug Co
Boone Training School
Raleigh
Burnsville
Tennessee
Randolph
Due West
Three Children Saved by Dr King’s Cordial
Mr R Monroe of Marion South Carolina reports Dr King’s Diarrhoea and Dysentery Cordial saved three neighborhood children after doctors had given them up. He calls it the best medicine for bowel trouble and notes a 25 cent price. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Monroe
Marion
S. C
Special Trains to Baltimore June 24 1912 via Southern Railway
Southern Railway announces special trains from Charlotte to Baltimore for the National Democratic Convention period. Depart 8 p m June 24 from Charlotte, arrive Baltimore about 8:30 a m June 25. Round trip fares from various cities listed, with low return limits and Pullman cars. Contact agents RH Debuts Division Passenger Agent Charlotte for reservations.
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Baltimore, Md
Southern Railway
Baltimore
Charlotte
N.C
Washington
Penn RR
Concord
Salisbury
Lexington
High Point
Greensboro
Winston-Salem
Gastonia
Rock Hill
Statesville
Wilksboro
Mt. Airy
Albermarle
Moorsville
Hickory
Shelby
Marion
Reidsville
Sunday School Lesson on Luke 7 38 50 in the Bible text
The article outlines a Sunday School lesson centered on Luke chapters detailing the anointing by a penitent woman and the hospitality clash with Simon the Pharisee. It contrasts Jesus’s condemnation of self righteous bias with compassionate acts of forgiveness and devotion. The piece notes how the event relates to sin, repentance, and the washing of Jesus’s feet as a symbol of salvation. It ends with a brief personal testimonial from John W. Moore about recovering from dysentery after using a specific remedy and his role as a Presbyterian commissioner.
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Sue Mere
Matthewe Dare
Job
Babhany
Mary
Martha
Burke
Simon
God
Tara
Suibang
Tus
Parise
Themelven
Dartnese
Angels
Toman
Sisdnau
Zactieon
Simons
Tess
Sinan
Edly
Samaras
General Assembly
The
Presbyterian Church
Nashville
Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Amid Broad Health Claims
The notice promotes Dr Kilmer and Co Swamp Root as a cure for weak kidneys and bladder trouble. It urges readers to buy only the advertised product, warns against fake substitutes, and notes Capt W R Lovill was chosen elector for the 8th district at a Salisbury convention.
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Sy Omar Icko
Beg Tabigy
Sweimp
Kilmer & Co
Binghanton
N.Y
W. R. Lovill
Salisbury
Notice of Sale Under Execution in Catawba County
Notice of Sale Under Execution. In Superior Court E D Ekard v Oris Vanderburg. On Saturday July 6 1912 at 12 noon at the Court House door Hickory to sold to satisfy execution the real estate of Otis Vanderburg a brick dwelling in Hickory town ship adjoining Highland Avenue. Property 1 to 2 acres described as residence on north side of Highland Avenue Sheriff R L Hewitt Deputy J P Burns Attorney D L Russell.
Notice of Sale in Hickory under Hale heirs case
Under an order of the Superior court of Catawba County in the Dora Hale administratrix case the commissioner will on Monday July 22 1912 at 2 o'clock PM at the First National Bank Hickory NC offer for sale to the highest cash bidder a tract of land in Hickory adjoining J N Patton and others Beginning at a stake on Patton line East 40 feet to Murphy corner then North 60 feet West 40 feet to Patton line South 60 feet to beginning containing a small building to pay debts. Dora Hale Com W B Gaither Atty June 10 1912
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Superior Court
Catawba County
Dora Hale
Miriam Daley
W. R. Hale
Wm. Hale
Henrietta Hale
Hampton Hale
Starn
First National Bank
Hickory
North Carolina
J. N Patton
J. N. Patton
Murphy
Notice of Sale Under Execution in North Carolina
In Catawba County North Carolina Superior Court J P McGuire sues Otis Vanderburg and, by execution, Will sell at the court house door in Hickory on Saturday July 6 1912 at 1230 PM to satisfy the execution the defendant Otis Vanderburg s interest in a brick dwelling on Highlands Avenue in Hickory Township Catawba County containing one to two acres joining James H Sigman Walter Hahn Mrs A Y Sigmon and others very desirably located the 4th day of June 1912 KL Rewite Sheriff J B Burns Deputy Sheriff D L Russell Attorney.
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North Carolina
Catawba County
E. D. Ekard
Oris Vanderburg
Court House
Cath
Otis Vanderding
Otis Vanderburg
Hickory
Hickory Township
N. C
James Sigman
Walter Hahn
Highland Avenue
R. L. Hewitt
J.P. Burns
D.L. Russell
J.P. McGuire
Superior Court
Swill
Otis
Vanderburg
Highlands Avenue
Tien
Hickry Township
N.C
James H. Sigman
A. Y. Sigmond
KL Rewite Sheri
Per
J. B. Burns
L. Russell
Executor's Notice for J M Shuford Estate in North Carolina
The notice proclaims GM Shuford as executor of the estate of J M Shuford, deceased, of Catawba County NC. Creditors must exhibit claims by June 6 1913 at Hickory NC or be barred. Debts owed should be paid promptly.
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My Yn
J. Mi. Shuford
Catawba County
North Carolina
Hickory N.C
GM. Shuford
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Howard A. Banks
Chicago
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the Observer
Joan Barringer
Craig
Elisha
Shaphat
Stat Senate
Denmark
Hamburg
Watt Shuford
Daughtridg
W. B. Gaither
Ving
Burton North Girolina
Davenport College
Lenoir
North Cao
James Braxton Craven
Parr Tenn
Peace Institute For Young Women
Snd
Mse
Tsa
North Carolina State Normal and Industrial College
Julian J. Foust
Pres
Statesville Female College
J. A. Scott
D.D. Statesville
Hutton & Bourbonnais Co
Setzer & Russell
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