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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1904

Page

2

Dewey, Johnston and Farman Mentioned in Memorial Notes

A reader asks about the Dewey who wrecked the bank at New Bern and notes letters with post marks. The News at Chapel Hill lists Charles W. Johnston Allen J. Roffin and Ira E. Andrews as possible House candidates. Editor Robert M. Furman of The Daily Morning Post dies at Beaufort in his 57th year.

Chapel Robert M. Farman Daily Morning Post Beaufort N. C Mr. Furman Old Raleigh Sentinel

Dr King's New Discovery Promises Cure All Lung Ailments

A W Va reader testifies that Dr King's New Discovery cured her year long bronchitis. The ad claims it treats croup whooping cough grip pneumonia and consumption with trial bottles free and regular sizes priced at 50 cents and one dollar.

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

Woman's Edition of The Evening Chronicle Planned

The Evening Chronicle announces a May 20 edition produced by the Thompson Orphanage Guild. The charity issue will be entirely managed by Guild ladies and top contributors, with profits from sales across the state benefiting the orphanage. Advertising is set at one dollar per inch and contracts are requested promptly.

Chronicle of Charotte Thompson Orphanage Guild Guild Evening Chronicle Charlotte N. C

Orange County Democratic Convention and precinct meetings

A notice outlines the Orange County Democratic Convention to be held June 4 1904 at Hillsboro for electing delegates to state and congressional conventions. Precinct meetings to choose delegates are set for May 28 1904 at 3 PM with precedence for each precinct’s vote totals. The Democratic Executive Committee of Orange County endorses W W Kitchin for representative. A separate testimonial extols Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism. A Wake County judicial district proposal seeks a standing Raleigh judge to handle motions and civil business.

Orange County Court House Hillsboro N. C Previncia East Hillsboro West Hillsboro Cheek’s Crossing University Station Carr’s Toler’s Cedar Wake County Ate Raleigh

Whooping Cough Remedy Praised in Alabama Letter

Mrs. D. W. Caps of Capps Alabama reports spring 1901 whooping cough relief after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She says it loosens the cough and reduces severity and frequency, counteracting pneumonia risk. Available from druggist W. A. Hayes.

D. W. Caps

A Heartfelt Wish in a Humorous Exchange

A brief comic exchange shows a cow and a rooster joking about Wall Street and stocks. The cow longs to belong to a syndicate because they never forget to water their stock, causing a light pun on financial terms.

Wall Street Puck

Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted for Coughs and Lung Trouble

A. A. Herreu of Finch Arkansas writes Foley's Honey and Tar as the best remedy for coughs colds and lung trouble claiming it cured consumption in the first stage. D. Jones.

A. A. Herreu Finch Arkansas Foley D. Jones

Quote by Seneca on anger and wisdom

A concise reflection notes that folly lies in not feeling anger while wisdom resides in choosing restraint. It frames anger as a human fault and self mastery as a wiser path.

Forry's Kipnex Cure Examined By Physicians Partners

It is said to be made from a prescription of a leading Chicago physician and uses pure, scientifically blended ingredients to maximize atmospheric value. The note mentions C. J. Sores and cites a Raleigh clearing house in April with $1,111,712 in total monthly business. It also promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a reliable aid for bowel efficiency, sold by W. A. Hayes, and notes public American benefactions in 10 years totaling $610,410,000.

Forry Chicago C. J. Sores Chamberlain W. A. Hayes

Prominent Democrats Vie for Governor Nomination in Greensboro

County voters favor Glenn and Stedman for the nomination with Glenn leading Orange support. The speaker backs Stedman but pledges to support any of the four main candidates or another suitable Democrat at the State Convention in Greensboro on June 23.

Glenn Stedman Turner Pavidson Greensboro Gilenn Hillsboro Orange

Beetter to 8S P Hirkpat rick

Hillsboro North Carolina readers recall a letter describing how agents secured Devoe paint contracts in Delhi New York. The note accuses Gladstone Paine of selling adulterated paint and recounts a dispute over paint quantities and payment terms. It mentions Devoe lead and notes Parks Hedgpeth sell the product.

Delhi N.Y Gladstone & Paine Paine Devoe

State Normal College May Commencement Schedule 1904

The State Normal and Industrial College outlines its 1904 commencement plan for May 25 to 27. Activities include class day exercises, an Adelphian and Cornelian Society meeting, a commencement sermon by Rev. Robert Strange D D, a cornerstone laying by the Grand Lodge of Masons, class essays, and a commencement address by Governor Charles B Aycock.

State Normal College State Normal and Industrial College Robert Strange Grand Lodge of Masons Charles B. Aycock

Fo ley's Kidney Cure Praised By Engineer

An endorsement from George E. Hansan of Lima Ohio cites constant engine vibration as causing kidney trouble and claims relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. The ad notes kidney and bladder diseases and targets travelers and workers like trainmen and locomotive engineers.

Foley George E. Hansan Lima, O C. D. Jones

Promised Not to Be Contaminated and Other Vignettes

Frances, raised in a strict Presbyterian home, asks to attend a Piscopal church while away from home, promising not to believe the minister. An open letter from Chapin, S. C., notes a family cured by Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after relief arrived from a trusted friend. Duncan Cameron, son of Gen. F. H. Cameron, becomes Standard Oil manager for Canton, China.

Lippincott’s Magazine Frances Mamma Piscopal Church Gertie Chapin, S. C H. C. Bailey W. A. Hayes Raleigh Newe and Observer Duncan Cameron F. H. Cameron Raleigh Standard Oil Company Hong Kong Canton China

Revelation on kidney cure claim by Fo ley’s Kidney Cure

A testimonial claims many suffer kidney or bladder troubles and that Fo ley’s Kidney Cure can cure if medical aid remains possible. It asserts the remedy never disappoints and is endorsed by D. Jones.

Foleys D. Jones

Durham Man Denies Candidacy Amid Redrawn County Lines

A single Durham County man denies he is a candidate as boundary changes leave the implication that all candidates were moved to Orange County after the split. The remark underscores political realignment and candidate status questions in the redefined region.

Durham County Orange

Becklen's Arnica Salve Claims Cure for Severe Piles

J A Gurledge of Verbena Alabama suffered a severe case of piles with 24 tumors and hospital treatment failed. Becklen's Arnica Salve allegedly arrested inflammation and cured him. Sold by W A Hayes, Druggist, for 260?

J. A. Gurledge Verbena Als Becklen W. A. Hayes

Lindsay Announces Candidacy for Orange County Treasurer

CQ L Lindsay announces自 candidacy for Treasurer of Orange County subject to action by the Democratic County Convention. He seeks the party nomination and urges support from local voters and delegates.

Orange County L. Lindsay

Candidate pledges for Sheriff and Treasurer posts in Orange County

Two applicants, John L. Efland and Calvin R. Parish, announce candidacies for Orange County offices. Both pledge faithful public service if nominated and elected, with Efland seeking Sheriff and Parish aiming for Sheriff then Treasurer nominations.

Webb seeks Orange County Register of Deeds seat

James O Webb asks voters in Orange County to support his nomination and election to the office of Register of Deeds. He pledges to serve the public faithfully and acceptably if chosen.

Orange County Register of Deeds James O. Webb

Hillsboro Sheriff Candidate Seeks Democratic Support

A candidate for sheriff in Orange County announces his bid at the Democratic County Convention. He pledges to make Hillsboro his home and to give personal attention to duties if nominated and elected. The document also includes a town treasurer’s 1904 receipts and disbursements report for Hillsboro with no outstanding claims.

Orange County Hillsboro R. L. Smith Hileboro Yowo J. T. Stone J.T. Stone Hille ~Boro

Unclaimed Letters at Hillaboro Post Office May 1904

Notice lists unclaimed mail including Allsbrooks Prof R G Bek W H G Brandon Miss Ethel D Fearington Will Freeman Joel Harris Mrs Lary Hah RW Lane W R McNeely T J Norfleet Jinnie Readers urged to respond with advertised. Postmaster Charles G Rosexonn directs letters be claimed or reissued.

Hillaboro Allsbrooks R. G. Bek W. H. G. Brandon Ethel D. Fearington Will. Freeman Joel. Harris

Good Roads Bill Could Bring Funds to North Carolina

The good roads bill to be favorably reported to the United States Senate would provide an $8,000,000 annual appropriation divided by population with a $100,000 minimum to every state. North Carolina should pursue a share and monitor any southern allocations. A health note praises Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder issues after stressing kidney function.

Durham Sun United States Senate North Carolina

Oxford Seminary Construction Progress Noted

Four large Oxford Seminary buildings rise quickly with 40 carpenters at work. Prof. Hobgood expresses happiness as framing is supplied by Granville County Mills at a cost of several thousand dollars.

Oxford Ledger Oxford Seminary Hobgood Granville County Mills

Startime Test Highlights Electric Bitters Cure

Dr. T. G. Merritt reports a stomach ulcer case treated with Electric Bitters. The patient improved immediately and remained free of attacks for 14 months. The tonic is recommended for dyspepsia digestion constipation and kidney troubles. Sold for 50 cents at W A Hayes' Drug Store.

T. G. Merritt No. Mehoopany, Pa Ibad W. A. Hayes’ Drag Store

Also Mentioned on This Page

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