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Hickory Democrat

Location

Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1907

Page

2

The Better Way Cough Remedies Note

The throat tissues are inflamed and irritated causing coughing. A cough mixture provides temporary relief from irritation.

Scott's Emulsion Promises Cold Cure and Throat Relief

An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as a cure for colds and sore throats. It claims to soothe irritation, drive out inflammation, and nourish weakened tissues to restore strength, addressing sore throat cough cold and bronchitis.

Scott

Oil discovery in Forsyth County in Mount Pleasant

Forsyth County reports a potential oil find in Mount Pleasant the Mount Amoena Seminary well filled with oil raising hopes of turning the educational center into an oil field. Report also covers fisher’s immigration drive to St Helena colony in Burgaw and broader eastern Carolina development prospects.

Concord N. C the Tribune Mount Pleasant Mount ‘Amoena Seminary

Wireless history traces light to Marconi era

A Mississippi era clipping traces wireless communication from Huygens to Marconi. It catalogs Faraday Maxwell Hertz Lodge and others, noting Hertzian waves and the first practical transmitter in 1896 and transatlantic links by 1902, leading to modern speed and accuracy. It also mentions Coffeyville officials voting on a commission government plan.

New York Times Christian Huygens A. Frederick Collins Huygens Michael Faraday Faraday James Clark Maxwell Hertz Collins Otore Hertzs Joseph Henry Washington, D. C Elba” ‘Thompson Gultard Varley Hughes Herta Lodge Marconi Pontecedo Staly

World Gold Supply Fears Grounded by Expert Call

London dispatches, citing a top South African mine expert, insist the Rand region holds vast gold reserves impossible to quantify. They predict rising annual US production, Alaska and Canada drives, and silver's decline as gold outlook remains strong despite lower silver prices.

Revival at Lenoir meets moved to courthouse

A two week revival at the Methodist church near Lenoir has been transferred to the courthouse. The garbled text mentions local actors and unclear references, with fragments about health and personal remedies, but the readable core notes the meeting relocation and ongoing revival efforts in October.

Lenoir Oet Court House

North and South Carolina League proposed for region

Asheville hears of a proposed North and South Carolina League to include Charlotte Greensboro Winston-Salem Asheville Salisbury Raleigh Durham Spartanburg Greenville and more. Mr E D evis of Roanoke Virginia advocates the league with territorial protections secured for Charlotte Asheville Winston-Salem and Greensboro while other towns await confirmation. Br Helns will represent Asheville at the Salisbury meeting on the 21st as enthusiasm grows after 13 years without professional baseball.

Asheville N. C E. Devis Roanoke Charlotte Greensboro Winson Salem Salisbury Raleigh Durham N.C Spartanurg Greenville Winston-Salem Greensoro Naonal Association Teague Elf Nut Heln Br. Helns

Riot in New Orleans Leaves Officer Dead

A violent clash in New Orleans during a gathering of a sect known as the Council of God led to one policeman slain, several wounded, and many injured. The meeting site, described as a house occupied by about half a dozen adherents, was attacked as police attempted entry amid disturbances from youths and threats with razors. The riot escalated after barricades, fires, and firearms were used by attendees and responding forces.

New Orleans Council of God Cambias

Glenwood and Sasley Mills Declare Semiannual Dividends

In Greenville South Carolina on October 18 the Glenwood Cotton Mill directors declared a 4 percent semiannual dividend payable January 1. The Sasley Mill board also met and announced a 5 percent semiannual dividend payable then. Mr Goor heads the Franklin Mill at Greer and the new mill at Douglasville Georgia.

Greenville S.C Basley Glenwood Sasley Goor Greer Douglasville

Foley's Honey and Tar Card for Cough Relief

Advertising card certifies druggists refund money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure a cough or cold. Claims it stops the cough heals the lungs and prevents pneumonia and consumption. States contains no opiates and genuine package is yellow. Refuse substitutes by W. S. Martin & Co.

Foley Martin & Co

Officers to be tried for killing Blugkader officers

Greensboro Oct 13 Jona Brame died Wednesday after being shot by revenue officers in a distillery raid near White Oak Brame had been charged with operating the still two weeks earlier a man named Vicker was captured Brame near Summit avenue fired on officers later dying at St Leo's hospital The widow Brame swore murder warrants against the posse including United States Marshal James M Millikan Deputy Marshal Tally Deputy Collector Sheppard Revenue Agent Screven and Pension Agent Curry The warrants await service as Millikan is away at a religious convention Ex Congressmen Spencer Blackburn acts as chief counsel for Mrs Brame State Solicitor Brooks will represent the state If magistrate finds probable cause habeas corpus may move for transfer to Federal court The officers will be represented by United States District Attorney Holton and Coble George Vickers pleaded guilty for complicity and was sentenced to 12 months in Atlanta penitentiary and fined 100 dollars

Greensboro N. C Jona Brame Brame White Oak Vicker Summit Avenue Bramo St. Leo's Hospital John Brame United States James M. Millikan Tally Sheppard United States Revenue Screven United States Pension Curry Millan Indiana Spencer Blackburn Brooks Holton Coble George Vickers Yeas Atlanta

Staunton inquest holds husband on murder charge

Richmond dispatch says a second inquest in Augusta county death of Mrs. John E. Cra. The verdict blames the husband for murder based on testimony from his yearold daughter who testified she heard him say he intended to kill her mother while the children slept.

Richmond Staunton John E. Cra

Many More Defendants Named In Bill

In Philadelphia on October 18 the amended bill in the equity case against the alleged coal trust names 43 additional defendants. They are tied to already named coal roads and mining firms through financial deals and coal purchase contracts.

Philadelphia VAIN

Bees Help Build First Baptist Church in Burlington

Bees will contribute the nucleus for a 40000 dollar building fund for a new church. Honey stored high in the old church spire is gathered as part of fundraising efforts in Burlington New Jersey on October 18. The plan follows prior remodeling funds and trustees now seek a complete rebuild with bee stores cited as a goodly contribution. More notes include a Greenville South Carolina marriage and a quip about writers using simple words.

Burlington N. J First Baptist Churen Ben Itoo Hollie—Jennings Greenville S.C Mira Minnie Hollis Bear. Jennings Montgomery Ala

Stock Market Weekly Review Reflects Uncertain Tone

Review of the stock market for the week notes no forced liquidation but widespread anxiety and a weak close after a brief late rebound. Amalgamated Copper and Reading hit low points while bank cash hoarding and a cautious outlook weighed on sentiment. Also cited are rebating fears and a bank statement impact. Also included is a health note from Edison on digestion and a promotion for Koel digestant sold by Shuford and Martin.

New York United Copper i@ Merentile National bank Amalsamatet Amalgamated

Women Win Point Over Spartanburg Merchants

Spartanburg merchants agreed to early closing at 6 20 p m except Saturdays and December nights when stores stay open until 10 p m The movement started by Y M C A auxiliary aims to help clerks and salesladies in the city Vienna reports Emperor Francis Joseph’s condition worsened though not in immediate danger

Spartanburg Merchants Anburg S.C Spartanburg Vienna Francis Joseph

Digestive Aid Claims From Old Remedy Poster

An OCR fragment advertises a stomach health product named Thera or Sore et one, promoting relief from indigestion, sour stomach, constipation, bad breath, and mucus lining strengthening. It cites a Chicago company and figures like W. S. Martin, with vague claims of natural juices and restorative effects.

Oawitt Shuford W. S. Martin

Texas State Fair Opens in Dallas Amid Enthusiasm

The twenty seventh annual State Fair of Texas opened with bands, flags and a large crowd. Mayor Hay and Governor Campbell spoke at opening ceremonies in the florium as fairs show strong premiums, exhibits in horticulture, poultry and livestock, and machinery. Racing is expected to be a highlight with many fast horses on hand. Next Tuesday is a big day honoring Confederate veterans with Vice President Fairbanks delivering the principal address.

Dallas Texas Hay Campbell Fairbanks

Fatal Wreck at Chattanooga Delvers Four Dead in Streetcar Collision

A morning streetcar crash in Chattanooga claimed four lives and left about twenty injured. Both motormen died instantly as cars collided while descending a dip on signals, with the loaded inbound car bearing most of the victims. Hospitalized victims include a grocer among the seriously hurt. investigators cite signal failure as the crash cause.

Chattanooga Get Ity

Entertained Negro Bishop at Richmond Dinner

In Richmond Virginia on October nineteenth Bishop and Mrs Potter of New York hosted Bishop Ferguson of Africa at a dinner during the general convention of the American Episcopal church. The African Bishop was the sole black bishop seated among the house bishops, attracting notable comment in the South.

Richmond Potter New York American Episcopal Church Ferguson Africa South

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