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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1900

Page

2

Populist Convention Nominates Bryan and Barker

The Populist gathering at Sioux Falls nominated William Jennings Bryan for President and Arthur Towne for Vice President. The Middle of the Road Populists in Cincinnati chose Wharton Barker of Pennsylvania for President and Ignatius Donnelly for Vice President.

Sioux Falls S. C Bryan Towne Cincinnati Wharton Barker Pennsylvania Ignatius Donnelly

Kitchener Sees Boer Resistance Endurance

Lord Kitchener notes the Boers could sustain resistance for two years given the country’s nature. Filipinos might be able to maintain resistance indefinitely.

Lord Kitchener

Witness T L Martin Endures Torture Before Testimony

The Dixie Kentucky resident T L Martin recalls nightly throat abuse before testifying and praising Dr King s New Discovery for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. Mentions Raleigh federal court term May 28 and local doctor W A Hayes. Also notes One Minute Cough Care claims and Postmaster General William L Wilson’s 1896 election prediction.

T. L. Martin Dixie Q. Hood Justice of the Peace Crosby Mias W. A. Hayes

Our Lary and Well Selected Stock of Spring Goods

Examine our stock of spring and summer goods bought from factories for cash. We offer clothing, shoes, hats, notions, hardware, tinware, crockery, fertilizers, buggies, wagons, furniture and cook stoves. We guarantee everything, with low prices and friendly service in North Carolina.

North Carolina

State University presidency urged by Greensboro educator

Dr. Melver of the State Normal at Greensboro is proposed as a worthy successor to Dr Alderman as President of our State University. The Democrats have an excellent State ticket, and counties are urged to emulate by nominating trustworthy men for leadership positions.

Melver State Normal At Greensboro Alderman Our State University

Epidemic Remedies and Public Health Voices

An historical note describes whooping cough rampant during winter with families seeking relief. It cites Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for croup and cough relief and includes endorsements from John E. Clifford and W. A. Hayes. It also references a call for a four month school term and a parent crediting One Minute Cough Care for a child's life.

John E. Clifford Norwood House Norwood N. Y W. A. Blayes

Legislature Adjourning After Second Monday in June

The Wilmington session will adjourn on the second Monday in June the 12th. It is described as an important meeting and all Democrats are urged to respond to roll call. The item includes readers’ testimonials for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure noting relief from long-standing digestive issues.

Taovsaday Wheeler & Wilson Ju Hayes Eve J. M. Hayes Grstim N. C Frank S Gannon J.M Culp Man Wature Washington B. Cc E.C. Dewitt &Co Chicago W. A. Hayes

Railway Map of North Carolina Shows 3627 Miles

Clerk Brown of the Corporation Commission issues a railway map listing 3627 miles in the state. The Southern leads with 1223 miles followed by Atlantic Coast Line 940 Seaboard Air Line 619 and miscellaneous lines 842. New county Scotland is shown along with new lines and extensions including East Carolina Carolina Northern Lawndale Raleigh Cape Fear Cape Fear and North Carolina Carthage extension Durham and Charlotte extension Mu Airy and Eastern Winston and Mooresville Aberdeen and Axheboro extension Brevard and Tosway Aberdeen and Rockfish extension Roanoke Junction branch Brod and Hub branch Ridgeway and Petersburg Hamlet and Flamois.

North Carolina Clerk Brown Corporation Commission Scotland East Carolina Carolina Lawndale Raleigh Cape Fear Carthage Durham Charlotte Mu. Airy Eastern Winston Mooresville Aberdeen Axheboro Brevard Toxaway Rockfish Roanoke Junction Brod Hub Ridgeway Petersburg Hamlet Flamois

Eclipse Visible at Fulbury Monday Morning May 28

Notices report a total solar event expected to be visible at Fulbury on the morning of May 28. An editor advertises DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve, claiming cures from piles to ulcers and warning against counterfeit products. Vendors cite North Brook and Roanoke as origins.

Fulsbury W. Ol. Baxter North Brook N.C W. A Hayes J. C. Kennedy Roanoke Tenn W. A. Hayes

Obituary: Mrs Henry Murdock Passes After Long Illness

On April 6 death relieved Mrs Henry Murdock after five years of pain. She leaves husband James Mardek two daughters and two sons. The family endured much and her memory is praised as a noble comforting presence. may her rest be sweet as they await reunion in the hereafter.

Apri Henry Murdock James Mardeck Murdock Raven James Mardek Hell

Bucklen's Arnica Salve Promises Quick Healing

An old advertisement claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve relieves pain from sprains bruises and injuries after accidents. It lists uses for chapped hands sore lips burns ulcers and piles and promises guaranteed cures. Sold by W. A. Hayes, Druggist, at 25 cents.

W. A. Hayes

The Standard Railway of the South

The Direct Route to All Points are stated for Texas California Florida Cuba and Porto Rico. The notice outlines service reach and connections across these destinations, signaling a broad rail network expansion.

All Pointe Texas California Florida Cuba Porto Rico

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