24 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1914
Page
1
Richmond reports statewide prohibition carried Virginia by a heavy majority of about 30,000 with midnight tally at 32,525. Scattering county returns indicate a strong dry vote across the state.
At the State Republican Executive Committee meeting in Greensboro last Thursday A A Whitener of this city was nominated to oppose Senator Lee Overman, the Democratic candidate, with Frank Linney presiding at the Republican headquarters.
The University of North Carolina Extension Service profiles Catawba County cooperatives led by R. H. Shuford. It notes loans totaling 1200 with 1400 extra sections, and a plan to distribute 20000 in ten months, while highlighting living changes from farm life to bank accounts, home conveniences, and schooling.
D L Martin returns to Asheville after attending the Annual Conference of Insurance Commissioners and Local Agents at Grove Park Inn. It ranks among the largest conventions ever held with attendees and representatives from twenty eight states visiting highlights including the Vanderbilt Estate.
Last Saturday night a wagon ridden by farmer Robert Yeman collided with an automobile driven by Newton resident Joe Carper. Bowman suffered severe head scratches and the horse died from injuries. The crash occurred as both parties faced each other on one side of the road and failed to avoid impact. Carper reportedly compensated Bowman for the loss.
A garbled 19th century style note from Tipton Town describes a failed cold remedy. It mentions E Dands, a product from Grimes Drag Co. and Lets Dre Store, with unclear claims about curing a cough after one bottle. The text is incomplete and hard to parse.
Miss Sallie Ballou Herndon daughter of Mr and Mrs John A Herndon of Ston and sister of Mrs E A Herman married George L Jordan at Queen Street Methodist Church Kinston The Embroidery Club met with Mrs Joe Abernethy nine members attended Mrs Stevenson read a story A luncheon followed Next meeting October 1 with Mrs D M Boyd Invitations sent for J Pansy Bowles to marry William McDuffie Oliver October 1 at Nine O'clock First Baptist Church Hickory NC
Announcement confirms Ringling Brothers will perform in Charlotte on Oct 6 with a grand spectacle Solo mon and the Queen of Sheba. Cast of 1,250, ballet of 300 dancers, 735 horses, 32 camels, 1,003 wild animals including 41 elephants and five giraffes. Railroads arranged social plans for crowds.
Sunday night near Charlotte two people died in a car crash. John M. Craig and Christine Maxwell, both of Charlotte, were killed almost instantly. David Craig of Statesville and W H McCabe Jr of Charlotte were injured while the driver suffered a leg fracture when the car overturned on a sharp curve.
Mrs. D M Hill of eighth Ave Hickory North Carolina reports years of kidney trouble with fatigue and vision issues. After using Dean's Kidney Pills she felt better quickly and has had no kidney problems since. The ad cites Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as the manufacturer and urges readers to ask for Dean's Kidney Pills.
Miss Willie Bertha Bradshaw became the bride of Mr Earle Nelson Carr in a September morning ceremony at the First Baptist church of Hickory. The event featured elaborate decorations, Mendelssohn wedding choruses, and a procession led by bridesmaids and the maid of honor. After the ceremony the couple departed for a honeymoon, with a reception for guests at Rev. Bradshaw's home. The article also notes the death of Inez Riser of Little Mountain at Oak View Home, and remarks on the college funeral services and a future note on Dean’s Regulates advertisement.
On September 16 a baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Dallas Whitener. He is said to have a phenomenal family record with six grandmothers and four grandfathers still living. The notice lists many relatives with ages and ties to Poovey Bolch Boleh and Whitener lines. The Democrat extends congratulations and notes other recent births and the mayor of Highlaws.
Peter Pender Pirkins writes as a playful New South resident, recalling schooling, spelling fame, and a plan to publish notes on education. He notes neighbor Sniff and a Hickory visit discussing school funding, aging readers, and brighter prospects, including a push to build a senior school and demand better schooling locally.
County farmer J L Ingold promotes seed wheat noted for prolific yields in The Democrat. He cites trials showing from 1 pound sown the first year yielding 11 pounds and subsequent sowings producing larger harvests, including 88 bushels from 212 bushels sown in later trials.
Official returns show Britain spent about 166.5 million dollars in the first forty three days of the war starting August 1, at a rate of 3.87 million dollars daily. If the war lasts a year at this rate, total expenses would reach about 1.41255 billion dollars. Farmers mechanics railroaders Borers rely on Dr Thomas Electri Oil for cuts burns and bruises. 25¢ mid 500.
Mr. Cleveland Witherspoon son of Mr and Mrs D H Witherspoon of this city now assisting in managing the New Briggs hotel at Wilson was married on September 9 to Miss Bertie Stack of Iredell county. The ceremony occurred in Wilson. An advertisement touts Dean's Kidney Pills and related products.
Those desiring to obtain seed of this prolific wheat can secure the white taste by calling or visiting J. al BS in Hickory North Carolina.
The French War Office reports the fight on the France front from Noyon to Verdun has grown less violent as both sides pause for a possible major offensive. British casualties rise with 797 officers killed wounded or missing. Montenegrin forces near Sarajevo and Austrian retreat noted. Beyers resigns amid South Africa policy dispute. Wilson signals peace efforts and no new mediation steps.
The city covers multiple new brick structures being completed on Tenth and Thirteenth Avenues. J D Elliott plans a brick building adjoining Coca Cola Bottling, to house Hickory Harness Co. H W Harris builds on Tenth Ave. Street improvements include Water line extension on 8th and sewer on Seventeenth. Doctors and residents prepare new homes while Judge Council updates cottages on Thirteenth Ave. Overall, Hickory reports extensive housing and infrastructure growth.
An advertisement discusses the misused term cheap in paint sales. It notes 1000 paints exist with a dozen very cheap options and warns that double meaning of cheap leads to wasted money. Ingold sells it via FB advertisement.
Geo H Mayr of Chicago promotes a health cab, claiming his book shows how he cured himself and helped thousands with constipation indigestion and intestinal troubles through French healing pills. One dose usually convinces. most chronic cases need under three. Copies available at a drug store free. Mayr's Wonderful Hotnach Remedy sold by GM Shuford and druggists.
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