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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1896
Page
2
The Millsborough post office entry indicates a local publication in Millsborough New York. Publisher and owner Joseph A Harris oversees the Orange County Observer edition in Hillsborough with years of operation noted in July 1896.
Congress Fifth District reports President George T. Winston of the State University resigning to become President of the University of Texas. A local testimonial praises his work and notes success with Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as cures for two diarrheal cases in Sid ney Michigan, sold by W A Hayes, Druggist.
Republicans and Populists in the state push for a union seen as increasingly likely. Also notes advertising cures for skin ailments and kidney diseases, with local druggists promoting New Great South American Kidney Cure. George Vanderbilt plans a memorial church opening at Biltmore on July 11 with northern choir singers recruited.
Admiral William A. Kirkland mourns the sudden death of his son in law Captain Stephen Quackenbush USMC on June 13 at the New York Navy Yard. Quackenbush recently married Isabel Kirkland and had been slated for an independent command at Washington Navy Yard. He was the son of the late Commodore Quackenbush, and Mrs. Quackenbush will stay with his mother in Washington City. Admiral Kirkland now commands Mare Island Navy Yard in California.
A Burlington Evening News correspondent receives a question about the phrase sixteen to one and provides a plain explanation. The reply defines sixteen to one as sixteen parts of silver to one part of gold, noting weight and purchasing power equivalence and current minting practices.
The ad claims Electric Bitters relieve loss of appetite constipation headaches fainting spells nervous sleeplessness melancholy and dizziness giving strength and tone to female organs. Sold by W A Hayes Drug Store with a 50 cent to 1 dollar price. A free 64 page medical reference book is offered to those with chronic or delicate diseases.
W N Crewe, a delegate to the National Republican Convention at St Louis, reports colored people see strong prejudice in North Carolina but less than Missouri. Mrs E G Gregory testifies Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy helped a sick grandchild and praises its use for dysentery and summer ailments. The Populists announce their State Convention in Raleigh on August 13.
The National Democratic Convention met in Chicago on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Senator Daniel of Virginia was elected temporary chairman over Senator Hill of New York by 508 to 349. The vote marked a free silver victory as the convention adjourned to 10 a.m. Wednesday.
The Baltimore Sun piece defends Robert E. Lee and condemns anti Union rhetoric. It praises Yale students for honoring Lee and resisting secessionist talk, urging reconciliation and respect for those who fought for what they believed right.
In Asheville last week Republican leader Charles Price praised Democratic candidate Cy Watson noting no flaw in his public or private life. Rep Linney also lauded Watson warmly. Democrats Republicans and Populists united to support Watson for Governor and urge all to rally for four years of able government.
Community notes report Mr W R Murray at home briefly last week and threshing machines beginning operation. Miss Estelle Patton and Miss Florence Roberts return from a Mortavian visit to Greensboro. Infant son of Mr and Mrs R H Hughes dies after illness. burial at New Hope church. A crowd from Cedar Grove Prospect Hill Carr and nearby areas plans a Carrs Farm picnic with hopes for good weather and loaded baskets. FREE SILVER.
From every portion of the State comes cheering news over the Democratic nominees ticket. It appears to have harmonized differences and created enthusiasm. The party is bound together by common ties and calls for work for the State’s best interests.
Mr. S S Webb attended the Commissioners meeting. Miss Viola Wain returned to Hillsboro after a week's Oaks We are glad the measles departed without grief. Miss Satie Oldham of Goldhoo returned home. Car people attended the fourth at Burlington. Our baseball friends extend sympathy on a 7 to 9 score. Farmers report favorable rains and good crops with grain ready for threshing. Death of Mr. Alexander Thompson noted and his county loss described.
Investors in the Dean Safe System of speculation receive semi monthly dividends in gold. Over 300 percent per annum claimed on investments by E. S. Dean & Co. Bankers, 35 Broadway, New York. Investors spread across the United States and Canada.
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