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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1909
Page
4
Publication details show the Orange County Observer in Tillsborough dated Thursday May 13, 190%. The item presents publisher and ownership by Joseph A Harris.
The Orange Superior Court spring term opens Monday May 17 with Judge B F Long presiding and twenty jurors named. Greensboro Female College Terrell Commencement runs May 16 19 with graduates Bessie Irene Clapp Mildred Williams Connally and others. County Commissioners meet May 3 Sheriff Andrews settles taxes for 1908 with $2 111 14 still uncollected of $46 310 14.
A morning prayer asks God to grant a clean heart and guidance to avoid sin and act kindly. It seeks strength in faith, calmness in hardship, and diligent fulfillment of duties while protecting loved ones and growing in grace through Jesus.
Mrs A J Alley of Beals Maine praises Dr Kings New Discovery after using ten bottles in her family and others. The medicine is advertised as best for coughs colds and lung trouble with instant relief for bronchitis asthma hemorrhage croup la grippe sore throat and chest pain. 50 cents and 1.00 trial bottle free guaranteed by W A Hayes druggist.
A lively auctioneer clears items with quick bids as paddles rise and fall. Bidders crowd the room, sparks of rivalry and humor echoing through the sale. The event showcases broad goods, steady momentum, and a crowd enjoying the brisk, spirited proceedings.
Rheumatism causes more pain and suffering than any other disease. Chamberlains Liniment offers relief that allows rest and sleep, sometimes permanently. In chronic cases relief from pain is worth the cost. 25 and 50 cent sizes sold by W A Hayes, Druggist.
A witty aphorism noting that while all people are born with liberty and equality, marriage is seen as the common factor that undermines that ideal through daily domestic life and social expectations.
Advertisement notes that original Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve must be DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve and claims it treats cuts burns and bruises, especially piles. Substitutes discouraged. Sold by W A Hayes Druggist.
Ready to refresh doors mantels chairs and benches with L and M Home Finish Domestic Paint in all colors A small can of L M Home Finish Carriage Varnish Paint revives an old carriage at little cost We supply all paints and save you money Sold by H W and J C Webb Hillsboro
The text notes there are about 240,000 different insect species on Earth. It adds that some insects are so tiny that 4,000 of them could fit the volume of a grain of sand.
An honored town citizen suffered a severe dysentery attack and credited Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with a swift cure after obtaining it from Walcott VI. Druggist M. J. Leach said he kept the product in stock and acted promptly. Sold by W. A. Hayes, Druggist.
A terse adage warns that persisting without listening risks being ignored. It emphasizes the value of attentive communication when opposing views or disagreements arise.
An 152 year old record cites Wm Parr England's oldest man marrying at 120 and living 20 years more after 132. James Wright of Spurlock Ky touts Electric Bitters as a fountain of youth, claiming a 16 year old feel after six bottles and kidney relief after thirty years of trouble. The ad urges readers to try it, 50c at W A Hayes drug store, with a jokey anecdote about a daughter learning from wearing a diamond ring on her right hand.
John Deye of Gladwin Michigan suffered a running ulcer for 12 years and spent over 400 dollars on doctors with no relief. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve healed the ulcer and cured him. The ad claims cures for fever sores boils felons eczema salt rheum and is infallible for piles burns and cuts. Available at W A Hayes drug store.
A Yonkers Statesman quotation depicts a wife asking for water and yeast while the husband jokes that he must run a marathon next week. The light exchange captures domestic humor and the era's social tone.
SCALESTOR Bears the The Kind You ie is S ignature . I Seize WEEKLY HILL8BORO Market Re PORT. Wheat, per bushel of 60 Ibs., $1.10. Corn per bushel of 56 Ibs., 85 cts. Oats, per bushel of 32 Ibs., 60 cts. Meal, per bushel of 46 Ibs. $1.00. Pork, 16 cts per pound. Bacon-hog round-12 1.2 cts. Flour, per barrel, $5.50 to $6.50. Tallow, per pound, 4 to 5 cts. Beeswax, per pound, 20 cts. Butter, per pound, 20 to 25 cts. Eggs, per dozen, 17 1 2 cts. Peas, per bushel, $2.00. Beans, per bushel, $200. Hides, dry, 6 to 8 cents per pound. Chickens, each, 25 to 40 cts. Feathers-Live Geese-50 cts. per pound. Wool-washed-20 to 25 cts. per pound. . Unwashed Wool, 10 to 20 cts per Coffee, 10 to 25 cts. per pound. Sugar, 5 to 6 ets. per pound. . All kinds of country produce in good demand.
The Ninety Third Annual Episcopal Convention of the Diocese of North Carolina convenes in Raleigh at Christ Church on May 12 for a three day session. Delegates from St Matthew's Hillsboro include Major John W. Graham and others. Rev. S Paxson Watters attends. Also ads for DeWitt Kidney and Bladder Pills and Dr King’s New Life Pills are interspersed with local notices and testimonials.
An advertisement from Roberts Sherlock of New York City promotes scholarships to college or school. It claims thousands have already benefited through their plan and invites readers to write for full information and a free scholarship offer.
The Observer, published daily with 10 to 12 pages and 20 to 32 pages on Sundays, claims broad coverage of local, state, national, and foreign news, highlighting its scope among North Carolina newspapers.
The Sunday Observer presents a varied mix of news and misc items. It showcases local happenings, editorials, and feature notes reflecting the period’s community interests and daily life.
The notice proclaims the Semi-Weekly Ob Server issued Tuesdays and Fridays at $1.00 per year as the largest paper for the money in the section. It states 8 to 10 pages and prints all the news of the week from local, state, national and foreign sources.
Address Charlotte North Carolina readers invited to furnish name lists. Readers sending fifty names and addresses of heads of families will receive a free framed pictorial edition postpaid. Requests should be sent to Witness and Sabbath Reading at 150 Nassau Street.
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