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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
2
A fragment notes the Mount Dairy North Carolina post office handling mail as second class matter and a one dollar rate or fee mentioned.
Captain W. A. Jackson will inspect the local military company at eight o'clock next Saturday. He has drilled the unit and invites the general public, especially the ladies, to attend.
Prominent city residents met twice this week to discuss methods to suppress liquor traffic. They note a lack of lawyers willing to take on a general investigation and express indecision about the proper course of action.
Plainly urging residents to act, the notice calls all supporters of home protection and moral improvement to assemble at Dobson on the upcoming Last Monday in April. It prompts readers to begin preparations now.
Indications show more Republicans than Democrats in Surry favor prohibition as the issue gains traction among local party groups.
A reflective note on the Leader’s controversial action, described as shocking and impactful, prompting mixed reactions from relatives including Uncle Joe Cannon who would react strongly if aware. The piece hints at personal disappointment and public consequences.
B S Royster writes to Granville and neighboring counties pledging loyalty to the Democratic Party. He cites long service, devotion to North Carolina governance, and a platform based on party principles, calling for support in primaries and county and district conventions.
The Mount Airy News announces its office relocation to the Allred building on Ry Sin Street, about fifty yards south of the old office. Readers are guided from the lobby to the new location, cited as more desirable with more space.
A large Methodist Layman's Pent conference is planned in Chattanooga next month from April 21 to 23, 1908. The roster includes Hon. S. B. Capen of Boston, Rev. D L Anderson of Soochow University, Rev. J L Gernine, Mr. J R Pepper of Memphis, Mr. J Campbell White of New York, and bishops A W Wilson B R Hendrix and W A Candler. Also listed are Dr T F Staley, Mr T B King, Rev S H Wainright, Rev W G Fletcher, Mr L M Pennington, and Mr W T Ellis among others with addresses and participation planned.
A Mt Airy citizen explains kidney troubles mimic muscular weakness and warns of progression to diabetes or Brights disease. Testimonial from Miss Tennie Culler credits two boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills from Ashcraft Drug Co. with curing severe kidney pain backache headaches dizziness and fatigue. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Louisville Courier-Journal argues Roosevelt would not accept a nomination over Taft and warns a Roosevelt Taft ticket could split the Republican Party. It predicts a bad year for Republicans and favors sticking to traditional Republicanism over Rooseveltism amid looming hard times.
The mother of Mr. J. M. Mc Cann of Dobson died last Thursday after a short illness with paralysis at age 87. A longtime neighbor and mother to many, she was deeply beloved and will be greatly missed across the county.
A letter from DEVOE & Co signed by W E Merritt promotes Devoe paint. It claims Devoe uses fewer gallons per job and lasts longer than competitors. The note is addressed to Carter Machune in Mt Airy and emphasizes efficiency and durability.
A short newspaper ad prompts readers to visit a local merchant, urging action for a sale or special offer. The message emphasizes immediacy and a limited window, enticing customers to stop by the store soon.
The Asbury School closed last Wednesday the 18th after a crowded program in Western Stokes attended by 500 to 600 people. Atte Folger of Mt. Airy spoke on honesty and education as remedies, followed by a string band concert and a lengthy prohibition address by Dr. J Thomas Smith. Prizes from Miss Marshall honored students Lillian Simmons Stella Nunza and Frank Collins. The event concluded with a reception of Home Sweet Home and praise for Miss Francis Marshall and her school.
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive remedy for catarrh, a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and offers a $100 reward for any unsolved case, with testimonials available from I. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo, Ohio. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Notice to customers proclaims Foley's Honey and Tar is not affected by the Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as safe for children and adults and sold by J. H. Gwynn.
The notice touts Rocky Mountain Tea as a superior spring tonic for the whole family, with prices listed from 35 cents. It includes entries from North Carolina Surry County referencing land claims and entry takers D C Oneal and M C Anthony, with locations in Rockford and Siloam Township on Double Creek and Hogans Creek.
The administrator G M Spager calls all debtors to pay promptly and all creditors to present claims within legal time. The notice, dated March 6 1908, appoints Spager as administrator and mentions H. W. Smith, DeWitt's Little Ear Risers liver pills sold by J H Gwynn.
Notice by virtue of a deed of trust to James R Lewellyn Deceased executed by W A Morton recorded in Surry county Book 26 Page 133 will sell at public auction for cash at the Court House door Dobson on April 11 1908 at 1 PM to satisfy the deed of trust. Adjoining lands include D H Whittington Preston Simmons Mott Marshall and others. Admr of James R Lewellyn Deeds March 10 1908
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