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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1909
Page
4
A July 1 1909 issue notes the 188th Independence Day anniversary and laments trusts growing stronger while urging Southern youth to stay faithful to regional growth. It cites W W Finley's UNC address and Richmond Times Dispatch praise, contrasting Horace Keely and Westward advice with contemporary Southern potential.
A fragmentary account recalls bones of men 100000 years old found in a Switzer cave, noting life at risk from predators. It quotes A W Brows of Alexander Me praising Dr Kings New Discovery for curing lung trouble and cough, with a guaranteed $100 claim and a free trial bottle offer.
A historical notice touts Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy first used in 1872. It claims long standing success, wide adoption in the United States and abroad, and endorsement by most druggists despite higher profit medicines. Also promotes DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills with a free trial offer.
Orange County Board of Commissioners convenes July 2 1909 to revise the tax lists and hear complaints about property valuations. Citizens with concerns must attend at Hillsboro court to present grievances. Also notice of land sale under judgment in Orange County court with two tracts described and sale set for July 5 1908 to be conducted at the Hillsboro courthouse.
Frank Maddry, esteemed editor of the Darham Sap, died at his Darham home on Friday June 25 at 2 15 PM after a two day illness. Born July 10, 1872 in Orange County, he was the son of Addison and Nannie Markham Maddry. Funeral services were held in Darham Sunday afternoon.
In the Parham Sun a discussion names General Julian S. Carr as a possible Minister to China. The note questions whether he seeks the post and expresses support for a Durham man, while or if Carr would leave Durham’s business activities. The writer adds that Carr would “dorn the Ambassadorship all right.”
An 1907 reader from Cat Island touts Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as life saving after severe attacks. The testimonial claims prompt relief and significant savings on doctors bills, with a note on the remedy’s value in illness history. The piece also mentions a man who carries a grudge harming himself with instruments.
Mrs W E Gilpatrick of Danforth Maine claims Elettio Bitters transformed her mother from decades of misery caused by dyspepsia. She says doctors failed, but the tonic renewed appetite, sleep, and strength. Price 50 cents at W A Hayes drug store. Two's company and three if your mother in law is slang, is apt to be a wob.
A report recalls a noble act where a group pledged funds to construct four cottages at the Jackson Training School. The gesture reflects community fellowship and the drive of enlightened citizens to aid the less fortunate and advance the state educational movement.
A vintage advertisement touts King’s New Life Pills as harmless and effective, claiming they cure colds headaches and malaria without distressing the user. It mentions a Hayes’ drug store at 250 av W.2A.
New gate at the Confederate Cemetery in Raleigh is nearly finished except for gannon balls to be set on a massive granite arch. An entrance arch will lead into the cemetery where about fifteen hundred soldiers are buried.
A Carbon Hill Alabama father touts Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as lifesaving for his four year old after two doctors gave up. He urges dosage with plain directions and cites local druggist W A Hayes. The piece also mentions DeWitt’s Little Early Risers and a bridal couple death in Pennsylvania from poison as reported by Wilmington Dispatch.
An advertisement-style reminiscence by L S Napier of Rugless Ky praises Erickson's Arnica Salve for piles burns boils and eczema after other remedies failed. It claims infallible relief and is guaranteed by W A Hayes a local druggist in 250.
KEEP COOL. Having made contract with one of the best Yve Factory's in the State, I am prepared to furnish Ice in any quantities at all times. Will ice to regular customers. Call up. No. 19. E. A. ROSEMOND. 1 THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL COLLEGE Maintained by the State for the Women of North Carolina. Four regular Courses leading to Degrees. Special Courses for Teachers. Fall Session began September 15, 1909. Those desiring to enter should apply as early as possible. For catalogs and other information address J. FOUST, President, Greensboro, N. C.
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