Blockade liquor probes fuel state debate in Hickory
The Hickory Democrat reports on a big crackdown on illicit alcohol in Catawba and notes strong opinions in the State press. Posse man Jones of Catawba is praised for sniffing moonshine. debates on primary vs conventions continue as parties ease toward a legalized statewide primary. In the eventh district race, Cline is nominated for judge and Ragland for solicitor, with unanimous support after a strenuous contest.
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Catawba
Man Jones
Sharlotte Chronicle
Hlickory
C. B. Cline
G. W. Rasland
Cline
Hickory Bar
Ragland
Mitchell County
Baffling remarks on judge nomination stir local debate
In a public speech W A Self questions Kinley’s nomination and possible move to Newton or Hickory. He riffs on Wilkes delegates seeking to expatriate a citizen while noting Hickory would welcome Finley as a resident, even if not a judge.
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E. B. Cline
W. A. Self
T. B. Kinley
Newton
Hickory
Wilkes
Mr. Finley
Poe's European trip promises insight for Southern farmers
Clarence Poe sets out for Europe as a special ambassador for Southern farmers. He vows to report useful findings from abroad, noting Chinese farming, forest destruction, and rural livelihoods. He promotes a 1 year Democrat and Progressive Farmer subscription for 1.25, with a limited, withdrawable offer.
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Clarence Poe
Tol
Isaiah
Legalized primary debate and state reform opinions
At a State Executive meeting Alex J Feild proposed endorsing a legalized primary. The Raleigh News and Observer backs the reform, noting past support and opposition, Mecklenberg’s with a enactment, and counties reporting outcomes. Also cited are revenue officers in Catawba county, a Confederate reunion turnout, and endorsements for salary-based offices.
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State Executive Committee
Alex. J’ Feild
Democratic Party
Raleigh News and Observer
4 News and Observer
North Carolina
Cameron Martisson
News and Observer
Morrison
Mecklenburg
Heriot Clarkson
Change in Loyalty from Webb to McNinch
Eight-year candidate claims shift in political support. Samuel Seejaw McNineh argues Congressman Webb’s policies remain, basing his critique on Webb’s prior alignment and McNineh’s long influence. McNineh portrays himself as the rightful leader to guide the nation from darkness to light.
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Jacison
Meineh
Webb
Samuel See- Jaw McNineh
McNinch
North Carolina Pennsylvanian Dutch heritage noted
Rev J A Baldwin notes many North Carolinians in Rowan Catawba Lincoln and nearby counties descend from Pennsylvania Dutch German settlers. He recalls hearing familiar names among German ancestry circles and praises NC cousins as intelligent and strong compared to the original Pennsylvanian stock.
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North Carolina
Rowan
Catawba
Lincoln
Pennsylvania
Chure
Death of Martha Whitener Widow of Henry Whitener
Martha Whitener born 1896 and widow of Henry Whitener died Aug 28. She is buried at Bethel church. Daughter of John Mull and Sallie, granddaughter of Henry Sigman and Barbara, and of Henry Weidner lineage. Mull was brother in law of Henry Weidner, came from Pennsylvania to North Carolina.
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South Fork
Martha Whitener
Mull
Henry Whitener
Bethel Church
John Mull
Sallie
Henry Sigman
Barbara
John Dellinger
Henry Weidner
John
Catherine
Miss Anthey
Pennsylvania
North Carolina
State committee cites irregular nominations in 6th district
The State committee notes neither Clark nor Godwin are regularly nominated in the 6th district. New primaries must be held no later than September 11. A medical ad promotes Dean's Regulats for constipation. Emanuel Sachs of Baltimore, once with the Undersellin Store, has returned to be with Mr Zerden this winter.
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Godwin
Dean
Pak
Emanuel Sachs
Baltimore
Zerden
Eclectic Oil Featured By Local News Editor
A local note praises Dr. Thomas' Eclectic Oil as a remedy for pain and injuries. The Democrat editor C H Mcbane of the Catawba County News received a pleasant call during the convention, and the paper lauds Mr Cline's loyal support for the News and its editor.
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Dr. Thomas
Eclectic Oil
Democrat
C. H. Mcb‘ane
Catawba ‘County
Cline
News
Kidney trouble remedy claim in dated ad
An old newspaper advertisement touts Dr Killmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney and bladder disorders. It promises relief from back pain and urinary issues, claims wide effectiveness, and offers free sample via mail with address details for distribution.
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Killmer
Elmer de Co
Bing
Tinton
de Ierase Cot
Binghamton Noy
Kings Lived in Sight of Each Other in Wake Farm Spotlight
In Raleigh news a visit highlights Mr Simpkins the Cotton King and Mr Batts the Corn King of America. Their acre yields drew thousands to Wake county, with Batts producing 226 bushels of corn on one acre. The feature links Emersons prophecy to real farmers and notes national reach with visitors from Washington to Texas. The column also promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, a local sales position, and Johnson Bailey shoes arrivals.
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Josephus Daniels
Raleigh
Simpkins
America
W. A. Myatt
Col
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J. F. Batts
Mr. Batts
Wake
Acre
Batts
Emerson
Washington
Texas
Wake County
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