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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
2
A blend of promotional and public interest text touts Electric Bitters as a tonic improving strength and appetite, claiming benefits for an elderly mother including weight gain and better sleep. The notice also references political endorsements for Bryan and a Democratic Congress, and includes short testimonials and mothering tips alongside generic product pitches.
In Granite Falls the community heard a high order educational address by Prof. C E Woltz praised as the finest on education, with Rev Wolfe welcoming and Y D Moore of Lenoir speaking in the afternoon. The day included music by Granite band, dinner on the grounds, and recitations by Miss Corpening of North Catawba. A home wedding joined W G Whisnant and Princess Mackey, with reception by the M E church Philathea and Baraca class. Other items note Prof Hunter’s delayed school start, Miss Shuford Abred’s return, the Old Plantation carnival returning for three nights, and several local travel and marriage tidbits including Luther Sherrill’s move to Washington and a corrected marriage report for Boyce Martin and Maud Whitlow.
Winston-Salem plans a $50,000 fairgrounds complex in the northwestern suburbs with electric rail access. Buildings rise including the largest state grand stand, barns, stables, and lighting. The Piedmont Fair runs Oct 6 7 8 9 with bands, exhibitions, airship dog show, Wild West acts, free midway and an acclaimed orator. Railroads offer reduced rates. catalogs available from F Webb.
The article urges forest preservation as essential for water supplies and warns against rapid deforestation due to wood pulp paper growth. Massachusetts leads first with a September conference in Boston, six New England governors to coordinate policy, and a push for uniform state legislation. It also notes early potato history in England and potatoes’ spread from Virginia, plus advice on planting sunflowers to deter pests and a reference to The Democrat price.
A call for radical changes in grading packing and marketing to compete with California fruit. Growers should collaborate to create uniform, attractive packaging and select only top varieties, ensuring all packages are weight accurate. Emphasizes eye appeal, careful handling, and proper storage before shipment to improve prices and preserve quality. Subscribe for the Democrat.
A visitor asks a youth about reaching adulthood and the youth replies with twenty one as the expected age. The exchange highlights themes of maturity and legal age in a concise dialogue.
The item touts Foley's Honey and Tar as immediate relief for severe asthma and claims timely use will cure the condition, presenting a bold health remedy claim aimed at sufferers in worst stages.
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