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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1903
Page
2
An early 20th century item notes that the Orange County Observer in Hillsborough North Carolina is published weekly on Tuesdays, with Joseph A Harris listed as publisher and owner on the March 26 1903 issue.
The Senate ratified the Panama Canal Treaty and the Reciprocity Treaty with Cubs, then adjourned sine die until March 19. The Raleigh Times notes North Carolina’s 1902 homicide rate at 285 of 11,000 nationwide, citing rural life and lack of a foreign element as factors in a tearful yet cautious assessment of local violence.
Mrs W Watkins of Pleasant City Ohio reports her child nearly died from pneumonia and a severe cough. After using Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption the child recovered fully. The medicine is touted as the only sure cure for coughs colds and lung diseases with trial bottles free.
A Greensboro Telegram report notes North Carolina holds twelve electoral votes, outranking most Southern states except Georgia and Kentucky with thirteen each. The piece asserts the Old North State is rising in influence and predicts the Solid South will increasingly benefit the Democratic party.
A Batesville Indiana man reports three months of severe cold. After trying a druggist remedy and a physician with no relief, he used Foley's Honey and Tar and was cured after eight doses. Refuse substitutes, W. A. Hayes.
A long running feud between Dr. H. T. Bass and Dr. J. M. Baker of Tarboro led to a Monday morning personal encounter in which Bass was attacked and Baker shot him. Bass died that night from the wounds. Both men were armed and the region calls for stronger law enforcement to curb such violence.
An old advertisement claims Witeh Hazel Salve by E. C. DeWitt & Co of Chicago cures piles and skin diseases including bleeding itching and prolonged suffering. It warns of counterfeit copies and urges asking for the genuine De Witt’s product, endorsed by W. A. Hayes.
On the legislature's final day a bill to amend Handleman's charter was tabled after officials found it would tax dogs as well as geese and chickens in the town. The dog tax proved to be the sticking point despite geese and poultry provisions.
Col J S Coningham of the Farmers Protective Association says a large April rally will convene in High Point with planters from surrounding counties to discuss diversifying crops and other topics. The meeting will urge farmers to adopt labor saving machinery due to labor shortages from Northward migration to public works.
Frank W. Perry editor of the Enterprise Shortaville New York declares Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy cured his second grip attack. He reports a teaspoonful at night stopped coughing quickly and relieved pains, noting that the second bout was shorter and less severe. Sold by W A Hayes druggist.
The Knights of Pythias of Raleigh push forward a week of May 25 with a citywide festival of pleasure and gaiety. The News and Observer predicts a red star week as Raleigh hosts events and entertainment.
LaGrange resident Danforth reports a severe running leg wound healed in five days by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. The ad extols the salve for ulcers wounds and piles with a 25 cent price through W A Hayes Druggist. A separate town note shows a judge ordering jail time divorce and punishment in a local case.
An old ad notes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine. It mentions Gov. Aysock appointing State Auditor Dixon to gather soldiers roster data for Secretary Root. A girl’s cough finds relief with Foley's Honey and Tar. The elephant Jingo dies at sea en route to New York, valued at $50,000.
Market report lists wheat 80-85c per bushel, corn 65c, oats 60c, meal 80c. Pork 7 1/2c per lb, bacon 12 1/2-15c, flour 4.00-5.50 per barrel. Egg 12 1/2c per doz, sugar 5-6c per lb. Geese feathers 40c per lb, wool 25-85c, coffee 13-20c, beans 2.00-2.50 per bushel, peas 1.25-1.75 per bushel, hides 4-10c per lb. Country produce in good demand.
A letter from F. W. Devoe & Co discusses how Devoe Lead and Zinc paint saves money on paint and labor, lasts longer than lead and oil, reduces painting nuisances, and benefits the town’s prosperity. Parks Hedgpeth are noted as local sellers in Hillboro.
A catamount was shot by Wilkerson Jennings after it fled into a tree when a broom sedge field burned near Jennings post office in north Iredell. The animal measured three feet long and weighed 25 pounds. A second catamount is reportedly in the area.
Notes warn that odids and grip can lead to pneumonia but Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, if used with care, prevents danger. The remedy, praised by many users, claims to cure cold or grip quickly and is offered by W. A. Hayes. State reports show vegetation unusually advanced, with frost threats possible to fruit and track in eastern counties.
A 19th century snippet labels pneumonia as fatal if neglected and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar to stop coughs and strengthen lungs. It notes Jersey City bartenders forming a Tee-total Club to curb drinking and protect their trade. The piece also touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a reliable laxative tonic.
A reflective column notes how one man’s achievements often rest on the missteps of others. It argues that progress can hinge on collective efforts and the lessons learned from failures across communities.
An old patent medicine claim lists Fouzy’s Honor and Tak as cures for coughs colds bronchitis asthma croup whooping cough hoarseness and throat troubles pneumonia and la grippe attributed to W A Hayes.
The new residence for the Presiding Elder of the district, located beside Watts Hospital, is advancing quickly. The frame is nearly finished and occupancy is expected soon.
An odd clipping notes eight hour laws ignored by tireless workers in a Dr King New Life Pills ad. It touts cures for indigestion biliousness constipation and related ailments, with a 25 cent price at W A Hayes' drug store and ends with a cautionary marriage quip about a hastily wed girl walking home.
In a witty dialogue from the Detroit Free Press, Clara questions what makes Alice so airy as Daura explains she knows a girl who knows a girl who knows a girl who married an English lord, illustrating social connections and aspiration through a playful chain of acquaintances.
Mrs. Gertrude K Fenner of Marion Indiana suffered severe coughing and weight loss before using One Minute Cough Cure. After four bottles she regained health and normal weight. The article also notes the board of revenue census showing China’s population at 421447000.
Disturbances of strikers and overwork tensions are warned of. Electric Bitters is promoted as the reliable remedy for disorders of the liver and kidneys, nervousness, rheumatism, neuralgia and malaria germs. Sold by W A Hayes Druggist for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.
An advertisement claims most heart disease cases are indirect results of indigestion. It cites a Nevada Ohio man praising Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for stomach relief and heart pressure. The note lists product pricing and directs readers to subscribe for newspaper content.
Nalvin R Parish buys half interest in H L Parish stock and continues at King Street. H L Parish advertises dry goods hats caps gents furnishings, shoes, cigars, coffee, molasses, fancy groceries, cheese, hardware, and school books. Claims best flour Ballard’s Obelisk and New York State Salt, high prices for country produce, and general merchandise with full service.
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