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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1912
Page
2
The Democrat recounts Mr W A Self's Caroleen speech in support of Judge Clark. Self is praised for sincerity and sacrifice to party, urging Clark as best for North Carolina in the Senate.
Mr W J Shuford urges action citing Denmark as model where 36 of 72 districts levy special school taxes for six month terms and 22 such districts succeeded in five years. He notes Denmark sustains butter egg exports of 80 million dollars yearly, wealth per capita 1500, attributing it to education while warning half of Catawba lacks six month terms.
Colin M. Yoder, a politics scholar likened to Woodrow Wilson on a smaller scale, urges North Carolina to balance pensions for veterans with robust public school funding. He notes $500,000 for pensions and $275,000 for schools, arguing for parity between past and future generations. Yoder is described as seasoned legislative timber.
A humorous local reminiscence details a poor newspaper man trading favors for goods at a Hickory store. It notes family ties from slavery days, mentions Aunt Nancy and kin of Woodrow Wilson, then invites journalists Rafe Clark, Wade Harris, Bob Phillips, and Earle Goodbey to Sunday dinner, highlighting local humor and connections.
Judge Corneill laments that North Carolina contributes six million dollars yearly to protective duties, with every dollar feeding special interests. He argues that democracy’s revenue tariff stance could drive the nation into bankruptcy.
John W. Robinson produced 45 loads of pea vine hay from 18 acres worth 15 dollars per load totaling 675 dollars. He fed the hay to 36 head of cattle and cited a farmers institute claim that a ton of pea vine hay turned under equals a ton of 8x2x2 fertilizer priced at 20 dollars per ton.
A letter from Democratic national chairman Me Combs counters Republican attacks, arguing that Wilson and Marshall will not harm business. The piece notes widespread business activity, with railroads placing orders, rising earnings, and strong wholesale demand, asserting voters expect Wilson to keep tariffs stable to protect commerce and manufacturing.
A painter notes that cheap or poor quality paint drives up the number of gallons needed and raises labor costs. He estimates about five dollars per gallon, with many options available but few reliable names in town. De Woe, one of the dozen noted brands, represents a common low-quality choice.
Norman Hapwood, editor of Collier's Magazine, resigns after nine years, alleging orders to run editorial content from the business office and to back Roosevelt. He pledges neutrality, leans toward Wilson, and is described as a formidable muck raker who cleaned up corruption in high places. The piece notes critics labeling Collier's muckraking and questions whether Sullivan will bow to higher orders.
Police Lieutenant Charles Becker faces an electric sentence as a dramatic mob courtroom scene highlights that all key witnesses, save one, are Becker’s accomplices in a Gambrl Rosenthal case. The judge questions the fairness of the charge, while prosecutors press for justice against a corrupt police officer.
Urgent ad-style notice touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a universal kidney remedy. Claims it relieves back pain, improves urinary issues, and reduces liquor-related discomfort. Includes offer for a free sample bottle and requests paper mention. Also includes a brief Card of Thanks for a baby’s death with thanks to those who helped.
Mrs J R Hosley endorses Deans Kidney Pills for nervousness dizziness and back pain. The letter from Hickory North Carolina notes relief after using the pills which Regulate kidney action and improve sleep. Sold by Moser Lutz Drug Store and Foster Milburn Co New York sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan.
A historical appeal argues that tariffs and trusts have harmed Americans since 1876. It condemns Wall Street monopoly, warns that reform must break up monopolies, and urges voters to support Democrats under Wilson to end privilege and achieve true economic justice.
In Raleigh Ost, a Democratic committee voted 31 to 20 to constrain the meaning of Democratic ticket in senatorial primary rules. The panel rejected a Webb proposal and adopted a definition allowing Democrats to scratch Democrats but not support opposing tickets, clarifying required votes across state and local tickets.
We offer two number five one number ten and one number twelve De Laval Separators slightly used but nearly new. If interested call and see us. We buy all kinds of country produce and pay the highest market prices.
A Tennessee voter argues in support of Simmons for public office, expressing strong approval of his work for North Carolina and noting Democrats in Washington back his position. The letter ends with a light aside from a promotional insert about Dean's Regulats for bilious attacks.
At the state fair Caldwell farmers won two corn prizes with G. Kirby taking first and John E. Deal second. All corn prizes went to western state farmers. Nine of ten cash prizes were won on demonstration farms. Also advertised Joan's Ointment for skin itchiness and rashes at 50 cents.
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