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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
2
The Orage County Observer from Hillsborough North Carolina dated May 16 1907 Thursday features publisher Joseph A Harris as owner and notes the Postshop Eveay Taorepay designation.
A woman seeks a divorce on grounds that her husband habitually chewed tobacco in bed. She hopes the court grants the application promptly and allows liberal alimony. She also asks if he smoked his pipe in bed. A separate London church event saw bridesmaids barred for bareheaded dress, resolved by head coverings. In North Carolina politics, North Carolina observers sense the Senator Overman vs Governor Gleoo race intensifying, with both men strong and the Governor considered a serious contender.
Alexander Berton of Fort Edward New York praises Dr King's New Discovery for curing his asthma and aiding his daughter in law's incipient consumption. He notes the remedy's power over coughs and colds and mentions pricing and a free trial bottle.
An old advertisement warns that a cold can lead to pneumonia and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for prompt, pleasant cures. It also touts Dr Shoop's Health Coffee imitation and encourages free samples at W A Hayes, Druggist, noting coffee alternatives for stomach or kidney sensitivity.
Notice to our customers states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs and is recommended as a remedy for children and adults by W. A. Hayes.
A concise Observer note quotes B. Newman on self knowledge and danger to others. It discusses how true religious love requires denying self for honor, obedience to God, and service to humanity, framing personal restraint as essential to faith.
An elderly resident of Falsomia Miss. Mrs Sue Martin suffered stomach trouble for over six months. Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets cured her. She can now eat anything and proclaims the medicine wonderful. For sale by W A Hayes Druggist with free samples.
The Goldsboro Argus notes a tariff tax on Bibles could influence upcoming political strategy. It suggests free trade and free salvation as a catchy slogan amid public debate.
A collage of old advertisements and notices outlines doctors promoting Dr Shoop’s Restorative for stomach and kidney woes, a campaign style tease about a Florida gubernatorial candidate, a call for Foley’s Honey and Tar, and town financial receipts for Hillsboro ending May 1 1907. It mixes personal health products with civic budget data and curious editorial asides.
Dear Sir Why do people send us each state as this D G Saith Madison Fla had his mother's house painted Devoe 11 years ago and the house looks better today than other houses painted with other paint 8 or 4 years ago They are full of goodwill for De Vo Fon are DEV O E Co 27 P S Or B Forrest sell our paint News comes from all over the State that the school year just closing has been a most profitable vote all the colleges and schools being highly gratified with both the work and attendance
A cure may be effected by applying Chamberlains Salve as soon as the child is done nursing. Wipe it off with a soft cloth before allowing the child to nurse. Many trained nurses use this salve with the best results. Price two cents per box. Sold by W A Hayes Drugt.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger notes that streetcars initially excluded black riders who were later allowed to ride on the platform. It was not until Black citizens gained the vote that they were given the right to a seat in Philadelphia streetcars.
Doubt is cast on Foley's Kidney Cure after Alvin H. Stimpson of Willimantic Connecticut reports near recovery and credits four bottles with curing his acute kidney trouble. W. A. Hayes confirms the testimonial and calls the remedy "just the thing." Wilson New York reports cotton receipts up from last year to 15,322 bales and tobacco sales totaling around 15 million pounds at about 11 cents per pound. Also promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a tonic at 85 cents, available as tea or tablets.
In Tar Heal Republica a political flourish grows with Republicans staking claims for National Convention delegates and Democrats aiming to secure a Governor nomination. Dr Shoop of Ravine Wisconsin offers free samples of Preventice a candy cold care tablet available by mail to prove its merit. Sold by W A Hayes druggist.
A Greenville Reflector item notes late arrivals in the country hinting immigration may rapidly depopulate European nations, suggesting mounting concern over demographic shifts and policy implications.
A reader from Henrietta Pa recounts using Elgoiris Bitters after two doctors failed to help their sick child. After trying several bottles, the boy reportedly recovered. The ad also notes Foley’s Kidney Care and a local mayoral vote tally in Durham with names and vote counts.
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