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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1903

Page

2

Memorial Day observance planned by U D C in Hillsborough

The Memorial Day service urged by the General George Burgwyn Anderson Chapter U D C calls for school children to join. Observance moves to Monday May 11 at 5 PM meeting at the Episcopal churchyard with flowers to decorate Confederate graves. Procession proceeds to Presbyterian and then new pecanes for final ceremonies.

George Burgwyn Anderson United Daughters of the Confederacy Episcopal Churchyard Episcopal Church Presbyterian Rebecca Cameron G. B. Anderson

Dr Kings New Discovery touted as sure cure for lung troubles

Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption is praised as a sure cure for lung and throat troubles with testimonials from Mrs. C B VanMetre of Shepherdstown West Virginia. The ad claims it cures Bronchitis croup whooping cough grip pneumonia and consumption and offers a free bottle and guaranteed satisfaction through W A Hayes the local druggist. Prices listed are 50 cents and one dollar.

Dr. King C. B. VanMetre Shepherdtown W. Va W. A. Hayes

Mountain apple trade viewed after cold spell

The Mount Airy News notes a cold spell injured fruit and wheat but hopes damage is not serious. The Ed wardsville area escaped significant harm and frost two weeks ago slimmed in places. Anticipation grows for a strong apple trade from the mountain region next fall.

Edwardsville

Cure for Consumption Praised by Arkansas Man

A. A. Herren of Finch Arkansas writes Foley's Honey and Tar is the best for coughs colds and lung trouble and that it has cured consumption in the first stages. W. A. Hayes.

Raleigh Welcomes Visitors With Great May Carnival

Raleigh shines with decorations on Fayetteville Street and surrounding avenues as banners flags and decorations adorn the city for a festive carnival week. Visitors are promised a lively slate of events and pageantry throughout the coming days.

Raleigh News and Observer Raleigh Fayetteville

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve advertised for skin and piles

An old advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a quick cure for skin sores and boils from a cat scratch on the arm to the worst birn. It claims healing without scarring and advertises use for blind, bleeding, itching and protruding piles. Sold by W A Hayes, Druggist.

DeWitt de Witt W.A. Hayes

Law warns against robbing birds nests in spring

The last Legislature forbids theft from bird nests with penalties of five to thirty days' imprisonment. The note warns boys that nest robbing, common in spring, is illegal and punishable.

Durham Sun

Too Great A Risk and The Race Question Address

In many neighborhoods colic and cholera morbus cause deaths before aid can arrive, underscoring the need for a reliable remedy. Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is praised as lifesaving and dependable, sold by W A Hayes. Senator Simmons will speak in New York on May 20 to the North Carolina Society on The Race Question.

Chamberlain W. A. Hayes Simmons North Carolina Society New York

Arrest Report Highlights Gulledge Battle With Piles

J A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama endured a severe case of piles with 24 tumors requiring hospital care. Backlen's Arica Salve reportedly halted inflammation and cured him after other remedies failed. The ad claims the product relieves pain and sells for 25 cents at W A Hayes Drug Store.

J. A Ala W. A. Hayes’ Drug Store

You Know What You ARE Taking You Know What You ARE Taking

An old joke references Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic sold as iron and quinine with the claim No Cure, No Pay. A minister chides a groom about unpaid marriage fees, and the groom boasts of not suing for damages.

Grove

Revelation on Kidney Trouble and Foley’s Cure Advert

A brief medical note praises Fo ley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder troubles and claims it never disappoints. A satirical quip about a married talking machine appears after the medical reference.

Foley W. A. Hayes

North Carolina Bond Issue Bid Awarded to Baltimore Firms

The 860,600 state bond issue to cover the state's indebtedness was awarded to Townsend, Scott & Son and Wilson, Colston & Co. of Baltimore. The joint bid totaled 103,592 for the entire issue. Bonds run ten years with denominations of 500 and 1,000 dollars. Coupons are receivable for public dues and taxes.

N. C North Carolina Townsend, Scott & Son and Wilson, Colston & Co Baltimore

Devoe Paint Claims Longer Life Than Lead and Oil

A Cooperstown resident compares two home paints, noting Devoe with white lead and zinc lasts around ten years versus a neighbor’s lead and oil that required repainting multiple times in eight to nine years. The letter argues zinc hardens the lead and prevents chalking, giving greater durability. Parks and Hedgpeth are named as sellers.

D. T. McGown Cooperstown Devoe McGown F. W. Devoe & CO New York P.S. Parks & Hedgpeth

Wise on Negro Suffrage Seen as Hopeless, Says Interview

In a published interview John 8 Wise concedes the fight for negro suffrage in the South is hopeless, remarks the only sensible comment he has offered on the topic. The Georgia political scene and civil rights debate are affected by his cautious stance.

Atlanta Constitution John 8. Wise South

Cough Remedy Cures Law Student After Years of Cough

H P Burbage a Greerville law student suffered a four to five year cough alarmed by fears of consumption. After trying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy he reports a remarkable change and says two bottles cured him permanently. Sold by W A Hayes Druggist. The world wealth totals 400 billion, US share about 94.3 billion in 1902.

Chamberlain H. P. Burbage Greerville D. C Jane W. A. Hayes Draggist

A Lesson In Heatra and Philanthropy at The Hague

A health advertisement extols kidneys filtering impurities as key to health and promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a cure for kidney and bladder diseases. The piece notes Andrew Carnegie’s donation of 1.5 million dollars for a temple of peace to house the permanent court of arbitration at The Hague.

Foley W. A. Hayes Andrew Carnegie Permanent Court of Arbitration the Hague

Weekly Hillsboro Market Report

Hillsboro market report lists prices for wheat corn oats meal pork bacon flour tallow beeswax butter eggs peas beans hides chickens feathers wool coffee and sugar with per unit ranges and notes all country produce in good demand.

Administrator's Notice for John M. Gattis Estate

Having qualified as Administrator upon the estate of John M. Gattis dec d I notify all persons with claims against the estate to exhibit them by April 3 1904 or be barred and all indebted to the estate should pay promptly This 3rd day of April 1903 5 M Gattis Administrator

John M. Gattis M. Gattis Henry M. O’daniel G. W. P. Cates

Foley and Conference Notes in 19th Century Text

Foley and Tar statement on safety of a remedy for children. The Southern Baptist Convention session set for Savannah from May 8. General Julian S Carr expected to deliver Memorial Exercises speech May 11. Joseph Pominville of Stillwater Minnesota advised by pharmacist to try Chamberlain Stomach and Liver Tablets after costly treatment. Tablets sold at 25 cents by W A Hayes, Druggist.

Foley W. A. Hayes Southern Baptist Convention Savannah Julian S. Carr James K. Polk United Daughters of the Confederacy Chapel Hill Joseph Pominville Stillwater Mion Alexander Richard Chamberlain

Sale of Land in Hillsboro May 19 1903

On Tuesday the 19th day of May 1903 at the courthouse door in Hillsboro the undersigned will offer for sale to the highest bidder part of the Henry M O Daniel tract in Bingham Township Orange County adjoining Ed Snipes W J Snipes and Manuel Garrett So much of said tract not exceeding 75 acres as is necessary to pay debts and costs of administration of the estate of H M O Daniel will be sold off the western portion of the land but the dwelling house and lot will not be included Sale made by order of the Superior Court Terms: one third cash balance in equal installments of 6 and 12 months with interest at 6 percent from date of sale This 18th day of April 1903.

Court House Hillsboro Henry M. O’daniel Bingham Township Orange County Ed. Snipes W. J. Snipes Manuel Garrett H. M. O’daniel Superior Court Eno River Eno N. C John W. Graham

Fotey's Kinney Cure from a Chicago physician

It is made from a prescription of a leading Chicago physician and one of the most eminent in the country. The ingredients are the purest money can buy and are scientifically combined to get their utmost value. W. A. Hayes.

Fotey Kinney Chicago W.A Hayes

Wheat crop outlook mixed as Statesville farmers weigh prospects

Farmers in Statesville report divergent views on the harvest. Some forecast a good crop despite widespread gloomy reports, while others anticipate trouble with yields. The scene reflects cautious optimism amid uncertain weather and market conditions.

Statesville

Kodol Digestive Cure Promoted for Indigestion and Catarrh

Recent tests with X rays show catarrh of the stomach stems from repeated indigestion attacks. The ad claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat, cures indigestion and dyspepsia, and prevents or cures stomach catarrh, sold by W A Hayes, Druggist.

W. A. Hayes

New Spring and Summer Millinery Arrives

Mrs M L Taylor and sister announce a fresh stock of fashionable hats bonnets ribbons feathers and trimmings for ladies and children. Notions dress trimmings jewelry belt tab belts and shirt waist sets are available with mail orders receiving immediate attention. Public invited to inspect new stock.

Fourth successive peach crop noted in Aberdeen area

The Aberdeen Telegram reports a fourth straight peach crop, an unusual event for the region. A Startime Test notes a Dr T G Merritt from Meehoopany Pa claims Electric Bitters cured a stomach ulcer bleeding case, with 14 months free of recurrence. The Wilcox case hearing is set for May 26 in the Supreme Court after prior trials and appeals ending in hanging and a 30 year sentence.

Aberdeen Telegram T. G. Merritt Meehoopany Hayes’ Drug Wilcox Supreme Court Elzabeth City Mies Nellie Gropssey

Traveling is Dangerous to the Kidneys Says Engineer

A locomotive engineer from Lima Ohio reports constant engine vibration harmed his kidneys and Foley's Kidney Cure relieved his kidney and bladder issues. The testimonial urges travelers and workers who ride and drive to consider Foley's remedy.

Foley Geo. E. Hansan Lima W. A. Hayes

Deed of Trust Sale and Local Business Ad Notice

The notice declares a June 1, 1903 sale of the H. P. Jones land near Hillsboro under a May 1 1901 deed to James H Andrews and Valeria D Andrews. It lists the land bounds, 25 3 4 acres, and sale terms one third cash, balance in one and two years with interest. It also includes a general business ad for H L Parish on King Street detailing dry goods, hardware and groceries offerings including Basin flour brands and school book contracts.

Alvin R. Parish H. L. Parish King Street H.L. Parish Kentucky New York State Sporting Club Virginia

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