Peruna touted as remedy for systemic catarrh and nervous debility
An advertisement quotes letters praising Peruna for curing systemic catarrh and nervous prostration. It claims rapid, lasting relief, weight gain, restored sleep, and renewed vigor after months of illness. Endorsers include C and H heads, Judge Zenor, Mrs Amanda Morrill, and Dr Hartman of Columbus.
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Wm. T. Zenor
Washington, D. C
N. Capital Street
Amanda Morrill
Reid Street
Elisabeth, N.J
Porris
Amandse Morrill
Hartman
Hartman Sealtarium
Columbus
Vhlo
Logan the Train Robber and the Great Northern Heist
The article recounts Logan and accomplices hijacking a Great Northern Express three hours late and stealing $40,000. Logan displays cold discipline, coolly bags the loot, discards watch cases, and even shoots unused revolvers rather than leave them aboard. He taunts the crew and escapes, later captured in Knoxville in 1901.
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Black
Koox
Logan
Smith
United States
Knoxville
Express
Poli'express
Smith & Wesson
A Negro's Brave Deed at Birds Shoal
A Beaufort dispatch recounts a rescue at Birds Shoal near Beaufort where Joseph and family from Kinston nearly drowned while bathing. Boatman Palmer Davis swam to assist as the family struggled in deep water, with Mr Jenens overcome before being cared for at the hotel. All are reported safe.
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Beaufort
Joseph
Kinston
Manson House
Birds’ Shoal
Palmer Davis
Jenens
Josep
Chamberlains Tomach and Liver Tablets Ad Teaser
For a lazy liver try Chamberlains Tomach and Liver Tablets. They invigorate the liver aid the digestion regulate the bowels and prevent attacks. For sale by C. E. Gallaway and J. W. McPherson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Gallaway
J. W. McPherson & Co
Cotton Scarcity and Mill Closures Rise in England
The Winston Sentinel reports cotton shortages strain English mills, but notes the main cause is a rapid increase in mill numbers in recent years, a trend contrasted with the South where growth has been less urgent.
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Winston Sentinel
Electric Bitters praised as cure for rheumatism and more
A testimonial from Joe Borodek of QGolusa California claims fifteen years of rheumatism relief only after using Electric Bitters. He says few bottles cured him and also notes benefits for liver kidneys and debility. Widespread sale by C E Gallaway Druggist.
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Joe Borodek
Qgolusa
Cal
C. E. Gallaway
North Carolina plans bold World’s Fair exhibit effort
North Carolina leaders rally funds to match a state appropriation for a St Louis World’s Fair exhibit. Bankers manufacturers and railroad men are urged to subscribe generously as Hugh Chat ham and F B Arendell tour towns to solicit support. A $50000 goal could yield an exhibit rivaling other states and showcase North Carolina’s resources. News and Observer urges unified public spirit for 1904 effort.
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North Carolina
St. Louie
Hugh G. Chatham
Elkin
F. B. Arendell
Raleigh
News and Observer
A Strange Case in Lower Steel Creek
Mr Sam Molwee, an 18 year old from Lower Steel Creek, lies near death after a small glass cut from a broken window pane caused a bleeding wound. A report from Loogs store says he is in extremis and life is despaired of.
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Sam Molwee
Lower
Steel Creek
Loog
Maulwee
John Malwee
Infant Kidnapping Report Near Robinson Church
At Robinson church in Mecklenburg County Mrs John Wilson and her three children were terrorized when two black men forced entry last Tuesday night around 11. One seized the twelve or thirteen month old infant and fled toward the woods while the other fled in a different direction. Mrs Wilson could not catch him and her cries brought no assistance. The baby was recovered next morning asleep in a hollow a short distance from the home, unharmed aside from exhaustion.
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Robinson Church
Mecklenburg County
John Wilson
Wilson
Je. Wilson
Dyspepsia Cure Ad From Coppell Texas
An old medical class advertisement describes stomach overloading causing inflammation and mucus discharge. The notice cites J. R. Rhea of Coppell Texas and claims a Dyspepsia Cure sold by A L W West, Mt Airy.
Value of Expert Treatment Highlighting a Specialist
The text claims chronic diseases require expert care and praises Dr. J. Newton Hathaway of Atlanta Georgia as the nation’s most skilled specialist. It encourages writing to him for his expertise and treatment.
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J. Newton Hathaway
Atlanta
United States
Lis Exerin Zur
Dignify the Farm and North Carolina Life
A reflection on farming dignity contrasts English estates with North Carolina farms. It argues for pride in rural setting, dignity of place, and plan to keep youths from town. Obituary notes: Felix Leonard, 60, near Midway, Davidson County, sudden death. Also mentions Morrison Johnson, 22, of Davie County, typhoid fever, Mooresville.
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Harikari
North Carolina
Morrison Johnson
Davie County
Mooresville
Electric Railways Promise Greater Reach and Earnings
The Street Railway Journal notes a sharp rise in electric rail mileage and profits with 38 systems earning 90 million dollars, up from 108 million prior year. Trolley lines are seen expanding into farming goods transport and passenger service due to convenience and speed.
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Street Railway Journal
Asheville
Jury fails to reach verdict in Percy Jones murder case
Judge Shaw reports a hung jury in the case of the murder of Percy Jones at Wilmington North Carolina. An election is set for Salisbury on August 4 to decide on issuing 90 thousand dollars in bonds for street improvements.
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Percy Jones
Wi N. C
Salisbury
Rowland, Wilcox Row Between Wheat and Whiskey
At Pine Grove church last Sunday J O Wilcox and his brother Henry clashed with Dave and Jesse Rowland. Jesse Rowland was seriously cut. Henry Wilcox allegedly aided by an officer fled. Officer John Miller was arrested for aiding the escape. Alex Woodard killed by wife during a confrontation after he tried to whip her. she was jailed after taking him to Mountain City.
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Charlotte
Warrensville
Pine Grove Church
J.O. Wilcox
Henry
Dave
Jesse Rowland
Henry Wilcox
J. O. Wilcox
John Miller
Alex. Woodard
Mountain City
Bridge collapse in Spain kills hundreds on Sunday
A Spanish bridge fell Sunday night causing the deaths or drownings of about 100 people. Two engines and sixteen cars plunged 50 feet with 400 passengers aboard. At least half of the survivors are injured, many fatally.
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Spain
No Pity Shown Pile Case Healed by Arnica Salve
F A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama recalls a long battle with a terrible pile condition. He suffered many tumors before Bucklen's Arnica Salve relieved the pain and cured him. The ad promotes the salve for burns aches and pains and advertises 26 cents at C E Galiaway's drug store.
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F. A. Gulledge
Verbena
Ala
Bucklen
C. E. Galiaway
Swainsboro Man Fatally Shoots Mother in Tragic Accident
Robert Rich of Swainsboro Georgia shot and instantly killed his mother while fooling with a pistol. He was deeply attached to her and his grief is described as overwhelming.
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Robert Rich
Swainsboro, Ga
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promoted By Local Druggist
The advertisement proclaims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a foundational health medicine. It claims to aid digestion, assimilation, and transformation of food into nourishing blood and tissues. W. West, a Mt. Airy druggist, endorses the remedy.
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W. West
Mt. Airy
August Flower cure ad promises quick relief and health
The ad extols August Flower as the largest sale medicine, claiming it cures indigestion biliousness and supports liver function. It asserts few doctors existed and that the remedy alleviates dullness headaches and other pains with a few doses. The notice directs readers to buy Green's and Flower at a listed outlet with price.
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Price
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