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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1909
Page
4
Our Merchants Press For Local Advertising
The piece urges local merchants to advertise to keep trade within town. It notes many out-of-town readers and potential buyers, argues there is no law compelling ads, and cautions against blaming others for sourcing from Baltimore and New York. It stresses informing customers about available goods and prices locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
New York
So Say Our People east week on immigration fears
The article argues against inviting foreign consumptives to the city citing health concerns. It claims most residents share this view, fearing existing troubles would worsen if outsiders arrive. The piece emphasizes protecting children’s health and assigns duty to citizens who believe the disease is contagious.
Not The Only Thing Fox Hunt Curiosity Among Citizens
A recount of neighbors gathering after an opening night to discuss fox hunting and dog supremacy rather than the expected supper and dancing. The scene shifts from social chatter to surprisingly earnest debate about which dogs excel at fox hunting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen's
Why So Long Bond Money Delayed by Administrative Steps
Taxpayers question aldermen over bond fund delays. The paper outlines steps for selling, printing, signing, and correcting bonds under law. It cites advertising, negotiating, printing, and a printer error as causes, then adds a generic remedy slogan about Dr Thomas Electric Oil for emergencies.
Corinth Reformed Church Weekly Services and Meetings
The regular services will be held next Sunday by the pastor. The meeting of the children for Biblical instruction will be held on Saturday at 4 o'clock. The pastor will preach at 1 Brookford on Friday and Saturday nights and hold Communion services on Sunday at 3 o'clock. The Ladies changed their Missionary meeting from Friday to Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biblical Instruction
Brookford
A Fine Lecture at the Reformed Church by Dr. Lampe
Dr. William Lampe delivered a highly instructive and entertaining lecture on world evangelization at the Reformed church last Friday night. The returned missionary to Japan explained past and ongoing efforts, aided by his maps and figures to illustrate the global mission and the roles men have undertaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Reformed Church
William Lampe
Japan
Riddle and Sledge Married in Janville Va
Mr J L Riddle received a telegram from Janville Virginia stating that Mr Jas D Riddle of this city and Miss Jennie Sledge near Danville were married there that evening They will pass Hickory Monday night for a months visit in Arkansas before returning to make our city their home The Congratulations note adds Mrs Riddle visited our city and is well known here
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Riddle
Janville
Jas. D. Riddle
Jennie Sledge
Danville
Hickory
Arkansas
Riddle
Presbyterian Church Notes
Weaver of Lenoir will fill the pulpit next Sunday during the pastor's absence at Poplar ent. A young men's class will be organized next Sunday under Mr. Alex Tall. A special offering will be taken next Sunday for the pipe organ. Boys Brigade will be led by Adrian Shuford at 3 p.m. Men's class will be led by Dr. Kasay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New. Uas
Weaver
Lenoir
Poplarent
Alex Tall
Adrian Shuford
Kasay
Church Notes at Church of the Ascension
Services Sunday morning and evening. Bible study Wednesday with the rector in charge using St Luke. A men's Parish Guild aims to include all male adults with monthly meetings. First meeting Wednesday Oct 27 features a talk by Col. John S. Henderson of Salisbury, then a smoker and discussion, then a rectory reception. Jolly Halloween Party planned for Nov 1 at Mrs Royster’s residence by the Ladies Guild.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the Ascension
John $. Henderson
Salisbury
Feeding Farm Mantle and Quaker Oats Advice
The article extols feeding farm hands with Quaker Oats porridge served richly with sugar and cream or milk. It claims oats provide vigor and sustained energy for long days, noting oats’ sustaining quality and economic value, with packaging offered in regular sizes for varied climates.
Hotel Huffry Opens Amid Jubilation in Jickory
For months residents of Jickory awaited the Hotel Huffry opening a modern southern showplace. The building is praised for its design, furniture, lighting, and ventilation with safe fire escapes. The Oct. 7 dinner and dance drew about 300 guests, while the main event attracted around 1,500 in attendance. Propriety partners Dr. and Mrs. Fry and Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Huffman are praised for a timely, generous project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Huffman
J.C. Martin
Huffry
Fry
The Reformed Church In North Carolina Declares Its Mission
In Forsyth Guilford and the Piedmont the Reformed church asserts a noble, growing role within the state. It emphasizes education, revival meetings, liturgies without coercion, and independence from bishops while pledging unity with fellow saints and broader Christian outreach. The address calls members to courage and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reformed Ennren
North Carolina
Waymen’s
Moray’ Ans
Forsyth
Friends
Guilford
Reformed
Piedmont
Benjain
Israel
Reformed Church
Farmers Voice On Wet Season And Prices Of Crops
The letter discusses two weeks of rain ending a dry period, with crops damaged in low lands and uplands flooded, except hay. It notes late fall sowings due to wet weather, while cotton is being ginned and sold or held. It critiques price pressures, farming influence on markets, and calls for farmer-led price control and resistance to manufacturing curtailment. It mentions church meetings and Pentecostal Holiness influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Extract from Dr Murphy Address at Salisbury Laymen’s Conv
A fragment notes Dr Murphy’s Laymen’s Convention address in Salisbury. It cites a prayerful pledge to go where God desires and to be what He asks. The brief item preserves a religious exhortation without details of the event or date.
Farmers voice on prices and roads in editor's pages
A farmer writes about price pressures for flour and bacon, urging united action to protect earnings and resist below-cost production. He criticizes attempts to manipulate markets, calls for self-reliant farming, and notes ongoing rain and the desire for better roads. He ends with support for the editor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I .T
Pulliam Newsom Wedding at Leasburg Methodist Church
Mr and Mrs William Joseph Pulliam invite to witness the marriage of their daughter Cora to Mr Arthur Marvin Newsom at Leasburg Methodist Episcopal Church Leasburg North Carolina on Tuesday October nineteenth nineteen hundred and nine at high noon. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised for health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Joseph Pulliam
Leasburg Methodist Episcopal C Church
Leasburg
North Carolina
Cora
Arthur Marvin Newsom
Notice to creditors of Sarah Ann L Huffman estate
NULICE. Qualified as administrator of Sarah Ann L Huffman, all debtors must pay promptly. Creditors have twelve months to present claims from this date, or be barred from recovery. This 2nd day of October, 1909. A. W. Shook, Administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Ann L. Huffman
A. W. Shook
Hollister Tea Promises Natural Bowels Restoration
Sickening headaches and indigestion are claimed to be cured by Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. The ad asserts the product helps the bowels work naturally and restores health and strength. Beginnings at Moser and Lutz tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Moser & Lutz
Trusted Croup Pneumonia Remedy Advertisement
An old advertisement touts a remedy named Pneum Salve for croup pneumonia and colds. It claims broad usefulness with price points of 25, 50, and 1 dollar, urging all druggists to stock the jar as essential for every household.
Society News From a Sept meeting in Mrs Abernethy’s home
The Sept 29 social featured four tables of six hundred guests, a luncheon, and prizes for Essie Shuford and H D Abernethy. Upcoming Oct 7 Travellers Club met with Shakespearean program, photos of Stratford, and papers by Roysver and Cline. Other club meetings and book discussions followed with refreshments and joyful notes on the year’s start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Abernethy
Saratoga
Essie Shuford
H. D. Abernethy
Zays
Travellers’ Club
E. B. Cline
Stratford-on-Avon
J.G. Garth
A. Martin
Shakespeare
Shakescare
Person
Wm. S. Bernard
The
State University
Greece
Embroidery Club Meeting Noted in Wa ter Avenue Plans
The passage notes refreshments in two courses and gift boxes of candy as souvenirs. It mentions the Embroidery Club meeting with Mrs. E. E. Hendley on Water Avenue this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Embroidery Club
E. E. Hendley
Water Avenue
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