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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1914
Page
1
Men of military age in occupied territory and German and Austrian reservists will be arrested on neutral ships. It is declared that the ships will be subjected to as little inconvenience as possible.
An official Turkish report notes Russia opened hostilities October 28 by firing on Turkish fleet elements in the Black Sea. It says the Turkish fleet sank the mine layer Prat and the torpedo destroyer Kubanet, captured a collier, and damaged a coast defense ship while Russia threatens Bulgaria to draw it into war.
Rev. J. L. Murphy delivered a powerful sermon on character at Camp No WU. The sermon based on John 2:25 drew over a hundred men who marched in procession to the church. Woodmen of the World express sincere appreciation for the eloquent tribute to manhood.
A Chicago Record-Herald quip notes Mrs Going tried to curb her husband smoking by hanging portraits of her three former husbands in the parlor. The lighthearted jab reflects domestic humor of the era.
Large crowd attended the Reformed church last Sunday marking Dr. Murphy’s twenty fourth anniversary as pastor. Only twenty three members remain from the original group and two are officers, one ahea. The Woodmen lodge attended in a body and a special sermon was preached. Twelve were received into the Brookford church Sunday afternoon. Next Sunday is Home Mission Sunday with all offerings for the cause. A large catechism and Bible class meets each Saturday. Dr. Murtty plans to attend the Marshall Berderson wedding in Ratlege Tennessee this week but will return for Sunday services. The organ prelude by Mrs. Bisaner was enjoyed.
Mrs. M. H. Coné is building a about mile long railroad on her Blowing Rock estate to haul apples from the orchards to packing houses. A stationary engine will power a steel cable to draw loaded cars up the mountain. Rails were removed from Lenoir to reuse, and the windlass now sits at the station. The line avoids a wagon road down into the gulch where the orchards lie.
Miss Virna LeVert Whisenhunt became the bride of Cullen Little in a small Newton ceremony at the bride’s parents home. Rev. W W J Rowe officiated in the Reform church setting. The bride, a Newton graded school faculty member, and the groom, son of Cephas Little, will reside in Globe Arizona after a bridal trip to Washington and New York.
Ralph Dellinger 18 died in bed at four o'clock last Thursday morning at Piney Woods lumber camp Mountain Creek township. He was up at three and appeared well. later the room was entered to find him dead. He was the son of Daniel Dellinger. The Democrat extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
Mt Olive Evangelical Lutheran Church invites attendance with Rev E J Sox as pastor. Sunday School at 10 00 a m Reg 11 00 a m sermon titled The Goodness and Severity of God inviting all to study the Divine Word that saves the soul amid perilous times divine service to follow.
Lola Maude Yoder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W B Yoder born November 27 1894 died October 30 1914 after paralysis left her unable to walk since January 18 1911 She endured her affliction with patience and resignation A home service was conducted by Rev J L Murphy a Lutheran church service followed and she was laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery Survived by her father mother one sister and one brother The Democrat extends sincere condolences to the family
A tall, well built Scandinavian youth applied as a life saver at the municipal baths in Minneapolis. The chief asked if he could swim, then quipped about behavior while noting the job required cooperation with others. The applicant replied he could only wade like blazes. Chamberlain’s Tablets are recommended for biliousness and constipation tonight.
The most common sleep disturbance arises from stomach disorders and constipation. Chamberlain's tablets claim to correct these issues and help the user sleep. Available from Grimes' Drug Co. and Mozer & Luts.
Washington reports American Consul Sprague at Gibraltar says prize court proceedings have begun for the Ameri steamship Kroonland detained by Petish authorities. No London reply yet to the protest through Ambassador Page. Kroonland discharging cargo of copper and lubricating oil while awaiting formal reply.
In Donnedorg Nebraska a northeast editor mishandled a wedding write up. The article listed bride Smith and bridegroom Gunn instead of Gunn Smith. The error swapped mulls for miles and called the bride a dress of white mile and a large nose. The misprint ruined relations with the Gunn and Smith families, and they quit the paper.
In a clipped exchange a reporter shows a badge and is told by St Peter that the badge does not grant entry to the fire lines and must use another entrance or location. The dialogue implies a gatekeeping moment at a restricted area.
The Presbyterian Synod of North Carolina lauds Hickory for hospitality during its annual session. Officials note strong finances with 2690 sermons and 1440 professions of faith while reporting 49,401 communicants and 774,887 funds raised across missions, education, and outreach.
El Paso dispatch notes Eulalio Gutierrez, named temporary president by the convention, prepared to surrender executive power once the convention defines the government and Zapata and Villa relinquish command. Carranza demands explanations and troop movements hint at a possible Carranza Villa clash.
Washington reports that European governments are buying many U S horses for war. President Harrison of Southern Railway says the matter directly concerns Southern farmers. He warns that war demand could raise prices and urges farmers to raise their own draft animals rather than import from the West.
We express gratitude for kindness and assistance during illness and death of our daughter and sister Lola Yoder. Many beautiful flowers and tributes honored her memory and the Holy Trinity choir. We thank those who shared in the funeral music. May God bless and protect you all. He apes WB Yee Mrs Pinkie Yoder Mr Glenn Yoder.
Last Sunday evening in Seard township Burke county H A the officiating magistrate Floyd Johnson united Miss Annie Wilson of West Hickory. Also the same afternoon magistrate Boyd Locke of Longview married Miss Ola Elmore of Granite Falls. Both weddings were well attended by friends.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church invites attendance with Rev J H Wennemasher presiding for Sunday School at 9 45 a m and morning service at 11 a m plus an evening service at 7 pm Dr R S Patterson of Char Ion will address the Ladies group.
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