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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1900

Page

2

Call for Democratic State Convention and 1900 property values

The article notes Chairman Simmons calling the Democratic State Convention in Raleigh on April 11. It shows 1899 state property values at 252,891,827 with an 18 million increase from 1898, highlights counties with declines, and mentions Durham and Orange gains. It includes ads for Chamberlains Cough Remedy and Dr Kings New Life Pills and brief note on the Philippine Commission recommending home rule for natives.

Simmons Raleigh Thia

Electric Bitters Claims Cure for Malaria and More

Henriet ta Tex lawyer E I Munday recalls his brother’s illness and credits Electric Bitters with full recovery from malaria and jaundice. The tonic allegedly purges disease germs, purifies blood, aids digestion, and supports liver and kidney function. Sold for 50 cents at W A Hayes’ drug store.

E. I. Munday Henrietta Tex Sgc W. A. Hayes’ Drug Store

Expansion costs for Greater New York highlighted

The Wilmington Star notes that expansion is costly for Greater New York, with a yearly operating bill of 90 million dollars. It exceeds the cost of running separate systems by 17.4 million dollars, per the Herald.

Wilmington Star Greater New York the Herald

Editor's Life Saver: Chamberlains Come Remedy

In October 1896 I suffered a bad cold that settled on my lungs and worsened. I used Chamberlains Cough Remedy after trialing a local doctor and immediate improvement followed by full recovery after three bottles. B S Edwards Wyant Illinois publisher. Sold by W A Hayes druggist.

Chamberlain B. S. Edwards the Review Wyant, Ill W. A. Hayes Droggiet Sarah Pike Broadway South Poston J. W. Loving Colquitt

Youngest Durham County Bride Weds 26-Year-Old Groom

In Flat River the marriage bound Miss Mary Mangum and Percy Crabtree, making Mary the county’s youngest bride and Percy 26. Also included is a promotional testimonial for One Minute Cough Cure claiming swift relief from pneumonia related coughs and other respiratory ailments.

Durham County Mary Mangum Margaret Mangum Percy Crabtree Arthur Crabtree

Wheeler and Otis clash over Luzon reports

In Wilmington Star notes, friends of General Wheeler claim Otis kept his name out of Luzon reports despite Wheeler leading troops and rough marches. The piece suggests Otis roared and minimized Wheeler’s role, leaving his 18th in obscurity.

Wilmington Wheeler Luzon Geo. Otis Otis

Prominent Figures Highlight 19th Century Health Ads

A collage of medical claims and civic gifts appears. Dr King’s New Discovery cures for throat and lung diseases are endorsed by Mrs Lincoln and W A Hayes advertisements. Kedol Dyspepsia Cure earns praise from L H Warren and George Barbe. James Walker donates 25000 for a Wilmington hospital.

Barnham Machias Mre . H. Lincoln George Barbe Mendota W. A. Hayes

Estate administrator cleared in Orange County report

A committee investigated the W. Y. McBroom estate and found it settled in full. Maj. D H Hamilton will verify the will. local interested parties are referred to him. Also notes on local schooling, Wake Forest trips, De Witts Witch Hazel Salve ads, and North Carolina cotton mill labor data.

Orange County W. Y. Mc Broom W. D. Woods A. Toler John W. Wilkerson H L. Browning J. W. Woods N. V. Ray C.E. Wilson de Witt W .A. Hayes New York Burke J. K Miller Newton Hamilton W. A. Hayes Abe W. S. Philipot Albany North Carolina

Market Prices at Weakly Hillsboro for Farm Produce

A county listing shows current prices for Wheat Corn Oats Meal Pork Bacon Flour Tallow Beeswax Butter Eggs Peas Beans Hides Chickens Feathers Wool and more. Notes demand remains strong for all country produce with varied rates across grains meats and dairy.

Apply to Ticket Agents for Ti Tables and Rates

Apply to Ticket Agents for Ti Tables Rates and General Information or address R L Vexnon F R Daisy T PA CP TA Charlotte NC Asheville No Trouble to Answer Questions.

R. L. Vexnon F. R. Daisy T. PA CP &T.A

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