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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1909
Page
6
The engagement ends in tragedy as Joseph Mueler shoots Regina Reed in Baltimore. Although exact circumstances are unclear, witnesses say the fatal act was accidental as Miss Reed lies in a bridal gown. A sorrowful, somber scene marks the burial. A Cuban professor praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a family testimonial.
Mrs. Millard Pittman and her two children perished in a house fire that destroyed their home near Huntersville Kentucky last week. Fire investigators are examining the blaze and cause remains under inquiry.
John C. Lumsden of this state was convicted of manslaughter in New York courts last week for the killing of a wealthy New York broker months ago. Prominent North Carolina men testified to his good reputation in court. The killing stemmed from a misunderstanding over business dealings.
A Hickory notice extols Dean's Kidney Pills as prompt kidney relief with testimonials from Mrs. C. L. Harvin of West Railroad Street praising its effectiveness after other remedies failed. The ad notes price of 50 cents and Foster Milburn Co as U S sale agents, urging readers to shop at Menzies Drug Co. and dealers everywhere. It also mentions DeWitt's Little Early Risers sold by C. M. Shoford and W. S. Martin as a preferred laxative option.
A jumble of old ads and clipped notes details claims about kidney health and tonics, with references to Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root, Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea, and various tonics. Sporadic remarks mention Taft and Roosevelt, railroad humor, and a parade mishap. The fragment blends health cures with political nods and light local humor.
A jumble of medical ads and brief items cites eczema cures with Electric Bitters, Dr King's New Discovery for lung and bronchial issues, and Foley's Honey and Tar. Edgy notes mention baby names, a near death in Big Poole, and comments on political strains and poultry profits.
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