Surry County in Democratic Fallout Over Brooks Swap Talk
The piece asserts Surry County’s political loyalty is in question as rumors of trading Brooks in the upcoming election surface. It quotes a Democrat‑owned Leader alleging discontent with the party's congressional candidate and predicts a split vote as Stecke is expected to win but Democrats may back the opponent, risking long term stigma.
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Surry County
North Carolina
Brooks
Congress
Stecke
Brooks Holds Ground After Primary Nomination
The letter argues Democrats will back Mr. Brooks in the polls and condemns circulating reports that hundreds will vote against him. It recalls Brooks’ town speech defending himself and asserts loyal support from voters and party in the county.
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Crats
Brooks
Democratic clashes and tobacco market notes in Mount Airy
The piece laments party splits over Surry County joining the 5th District, noting candidates Brooks and Buxton, primaries, and anticipated defections. It highlights local tobacco warehouses Piedmont Christian Bros. Co central Planters and manager changes, plus merchants selling cheap goods to lure farmers. Community notices follow including sickness, fires, birthdays, births, and teaching appointments.
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Piedmont
Christian Bros. Co
J. L. Christian
Christian
Winston
Central
J. W. Lovill
John Banner
Thos, Haynes
Statement Demands Facts Over Brooks Charges
The speaker insists charges against Mr. Brooks are unproven and urges newspapers to avoid partisan circulation. He calls for truth and chastises Democrats for spreading claims, urging support for Brooks.
Doctor Smith Declines Legislature Nomination
The article notes Dr. T J Smith declines the Legislature nomination in the county citing his ministerial and medical work. It suggests the Democratic party needs men of real worth and says if an executive committee chose someone, the writer has not heard who it is.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Smith
Democratic Party
Dr. Smith
Mt Airy Tobacco Market Attracts Major Factory Interest
The Mt Airy tobacco district is praised for its waxy chewing tobacco soil and monopoly on superior grades. Leading buyers plan to secure every pound, with representatives from R J Reynolds Winston Salem, American Tobacco Durham, Imperial Tobacco London, and other firms negotiating local purchase.
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Mt. Airy
Cuba
T. N. Brock
R. J. Reynolds Tob. Co
Winston- Salem
N. W. Wright
American Tob.Co
Durham
R. W. Watson
Imperial Tob. Co
London
England
J. R. Paddison and, Co
B. F. Sparger
Z. T. Smith and
Banner and Lovill
Surry Politics in Flux as Campaigns Drive Majorities
The piece reports broad Democratic hopes in the state and a possible national landslide for Bryan. Locally Republicans claim a record county win under Davis, with Haynes seen as likely sheriff. Money and influence are said to be shaping the current contest as October approaches.
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Surry
Kitchin
Bryan
C. H. Haynes
Bash
Davis
Baptist Revival Sermon Puts Politics Aside
Rev D Vance Price urged his congregation to skip politics and attend a revival, calling both presidential candidates safe and governors candidates acceptable. He warned county ballots would split Baptists on rival tickets, leaving voters to choose. The crowd listened intently in the courtyard as the divine voice seemed to hear all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Vance Price
Notice of Seizure of Apple Brandy and Copper Equipment
Seizure filed for one copper still cap and worm and three packages of apple brandy totaling 108 gallons on Sept 12 190k about ten miles northwest of Dobson near Ladonia post office. Owner may claim or property will be sold according to United States law. Dated Sept 15 1908 Geo H Brown Collector J H C Norman Deputy Collector.
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Dobson
Ladonia
Sapenet of
Accouaing
United States
Notice to creditors in the Combs estate
Having qualified as Administrator of Eli W. Combs, deceased, late of Surry County, N. C., this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate to exhibit them on or before September 22, 1909, or they will be barred. All indebted persons should pay promptly. Sidney F. Campbell, Administrator. September 22, 1908.
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Eli W. Combs
Surry County
N. C
Sidney F. Campbell
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Wm. Cockerham
A. D. Lundy
Cyrus Wall
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Elkin
William Melton
Joseph Walters
Politics
Just Ail Baptist
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Yours Truly
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J. L. Harrison & Co
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