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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1903

Page

2

Daughters of the Confederacy to honor veterans at Hillsboro

Hon Alfred M. Waddell of Wilmington will be the orator for the presentation of crosses to Confederate Veterans in Hillsboro on June 3 1903. Hamlet Outlook supports its candidacy for public favor. North Carolina Farmer's Protective Association plans Raleigh convention July 29 30 31 with affordable college lodging and rail rates, inviting full farmer delegation from Orange County.

Daughters of the Confederacy Alfred M. Waddell Wilmington Hillsboro Hamlet Irvin Captal Printing Company Mesers W.5s G. V. Barnes North Carolina Farmer's Protective Association Raleigh North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts College Orange County

Sure Thing Cure Promises Dr Kings New Discovery

A marketing blurb touts Dr King s New Discovery for consumption and lung throat troubles. Testimony from Mrs C B VanMetre of Shepherdstown WV claims a yearlong bronchitis relief after one bottle. Claims cover croup whooping cough grip pneumonia consumption with a money back guarantee and trial bottles offered.

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

Farmers Thrive as Prices Rise Say Washington Gazette

The Washington Gazette argues farmers are prospering as markets high for cotton pork beef and poultry push up profits. It claims most farmers are embracing the boom, while those who don’t are to blame themselves.

Washington Gazette

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Advertises Quick Cure

An old newspaper ad touts DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a fast remedy from cat scratch to severe burns and boils. It claims healing without scarring and notes its use for blind, bleeding, itching, and protruding piles. Sold by W. A. Hayes, Druggist.

DeWitt de Witt W. A. Hayes Druggiat

Sober workforce urged against liquor fueled business pressure

In Monroe, the Enquirer argues cold blooded business demands sobriety from workers and managers alike. It states prohibition targets sober conduct across all lines of work as competition grows and liquor harms energy and nerves, costing jobs to those impaired by drink.

Monroe Enquirer

Cure for Consumption Publicity by Finch Resident

A. A Herren of Finch Arkansas praises Fuleys Hooey and Tar as a cure for coughs colds and early consumption stages based on personal experience with the preparation cited by W A Hayes.

A. A Herren Finch Arkansas Fuley W. A. Hayes

Postmaster General rules against man opening wife letters

The Postmaster General has decided that a man has no right to open letters addressed to his wife unless she consents. This stance protects both men and women and upholds legal rights, sparing them unwarranted intrusion.

Wilmington Star

Notice to Confederate Veterans at Hillsboro June 3 1908

Confederate Veterans with Southern Cross of Honor certificates before May 13 1903 are asked to assemble at Hillsboro courthouse on Wednesday June 3 1908 for an oration by Hon Alfred Moore Waddell to reserve crosses. 112 crosses were to be awarded January 19 and 124 more ordered, totaling 236 veterans invited to attend 11 a.m. ceremony then hosts by General George Burgwyn Anderson Chapter and Hillsboro ladies at Masonica Lodge.

Hillsboro N. C Alfred Moore Waddell George Burgwyn Anderson Masonica Lodge Resecca Cameron

Too Great A Risk Prompted Public Remedy Appeal

In neighborhoods deaths from colic or cholera morbus were common before doctors or medicine could be obtained. A reliable remedy should be kept on hand as Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy has saved many lives and eased pain. For sale by W A Hayes Druggist.

Chamberlain W. A. Hayes

Observation on women suing railroads after wrecks

A Georgia Dawson County Advertiser note observes that many wives may sue a railroad company for thousands of dollars if their husbands are killed in a wreck, even while deeming their marriages less valuable than the salt used in meals.

Durham Sun Georgia Dawson County

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Severe Piles in Verbena Man

JA Galledge of Verbena Alabama suffered a severe piles attack with 24 tumors. After doctors and remedies failed Bucklen’s Arnica Salve quickly halted inflammation and cured him. It conquers aches and relieves pain. 25c at W A Hayes Drug Store.

JA Galledge Verbena Ala Bucklen W. A. Hayes

Hearing Set in Haywood Killing Case Before Supreme Court

A habeas corpus hearing for Ernest Haywood in the Ludlow Skinner killing case is scheduled before Justice Douglas of the Supreme Court on Thursday May 28, following a postponement from May 2.

Raleigh Post Ernest Haywood Ludlow Skinner Douglas Supreme Court

You Know What You ARE TakING Grove's Tasteless Chill

A claim that Grove's Tasteless Chill Tomb lists iron and quinine plainly on every bottle as proof of its simple, tasteless formula. The note asserts no care, no pay and uses a slangy sales claim.

Grove

Woman of firm ideals rebukes gossip in exchange

In the Philadelphia Press dialogue, a woman urges against malicious gossip. Miss Cayenne replies that no one she knows gossips maliciously, claiming people do it only for fun. The exchange highlights themes of reputation and social restraint.

Philadelphia Press Miss Cayenne

A Revelation on Kidney Cures in Patient Care

A brief note asserts many succumb to kidney or bladder issues in various forms. It promises Foley's Kidney Cure as effective for patients still within medical aid, claiming it never disappoints.

Foley W. A. Hayes

Farmers Say May’s Weather Bodes Wheat Harvest

The Chatham Record notes a long standing belief that a cool dry May forecasts a strong wheat crop. Early month weather has been unusually cool and dry, leading to optimism for harvest prospects this year.

Weakly Hillsboro Market Report

Market notes show varied prices for farm goods including wheat at 80 to 90 cents per bushel. corn 70 cents. oats 60 cents. meal 70 cents. pork 7.5 cents per pound. bacon 12.5 to 16 cents. flour 4 to 5.5 dollars per barrel. tallow 4 to 5 cents. beeswax 20 cents. butter 15 cents. eggs 15 cents per dozen. peas 1.25 to 1.75. beans 2.06 to 2.50. hides 4 to 10 cents. chickens 10 to 25 cents. geese 40 cents per pound. wool 25 to 35 cents washed, 15 to 20 cents unwashed. coffee 18 to 20 cents per pound. sugar 5 to 6 cents per pound. all country produce in good demand.

Devoe Lead and Zinc Ad Letter to R M Graham

A Devoe paint letter explains that pure Lead and Zinc paint reduces waste by avoiding adulteration. It cites a Girard Pennsylvania reader E R Bowman who, using half a gallon of Devoe, painted rooms previously done with one gallon of mixed paint. The note is signed by W Devoe & Co New York and mentions Parks Hedgpeth as a seller.

R. M. Graham Devoe E R. Bowman Girard Burt Young W. Devoe & Co New York P.S. Parks & Hedgpeth

Rowland Hill Responds To Anonymous Letter

The celebrated English preacher Rowland Hill retorted to a letter claiming Jesus did not write to the church by saying he would follow Christ’s example and ride an ass if the writer came next Sunday saddled and bridled.

Rowland Hill Hill

Cure for persistent cough from Chamberlains Remedy

A Greenville student at law Mr H P Burbage says Chamberlains Cough Remedy cured a four to five year cough after two bottles. The ad cites the salesman W A Hayes Druggist and mentions Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney disease and overall health.

Chamberlain H. P. Burbage Greenville S. C W. A. Hayes

Foury's Kipnzyx Curk Ingredient Claim

The note claims Fourys Kipnzyx Curk is from a leading Chicago physician, using the purest ingredients scientifically blended for maximum value. It mentions W. A Hayes and speculates Democrats might welcome Grover Cleveland as a ticket head despite harsh remarks from the past eight years.

Foury Chicago W. A Hayes Grover Cleveland

Forty Third Annual Southern Presbyterian Session Opens in Lexington

The General Assembly of the Southern Presbyterian Church meets in Lexington Virginia from May 21 with opening sermon by retiring Moderator Rev W T Hall. Also mentions Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets and a testimonial from Joseph Pominville of Stillwater Minnesota about relief after doctor visits. 25 cent sales via W A Hayes Druggist.

Foley W. A. Hayes General Assembly of The Southern Presbyterian Church Lexington W. T. Hall Columbian Seminary Joseph Pominville Stillwater Minn Alexander Richard Chamberlain

Yale of Land Sale In Chapel Hill County Orange 1903

By order of Orange County Superior Court in a special proceeding, S M Gattis administrator will offer for sale on June 6 1903 a 63 acre tract in Chapel Hill township bounded by Samuel Gattis John Weaver John R Smith D McCauley Ros Brockwell and Alex Meacham. Sale at noon with terms one third cash and balance in 6 and 12 monthly installments with interest. This 5th day of May 1903. B M Gattis administrator and commissioner.

Superior Court of Orange County S. M. Gattis John M. Gattis Thomas Strain Chapel Hill Township Samuel Gattis John T. Weaver John R. Smith D. McCauley Ros. Brockwell Alex. Meacham M. Gattis

How Can I Cure My Indigestion Kodol Cure Ad

X rays show that stomach catarrh comes from repeated indigestion. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claims to cure indigestion and dyspepsia and prevent stomach catarrh. It digests what you eat and makes the stomach sweet. Sold by W A Hayes Druggist.

W. A. Hayes Draggist D. Kauble Nevada C. Dewitt & CO Chicago

Summer Millinery Arrives With Latest Styles for Ladies and Children

Our new stock of spring and summer millinery is ready for trade featuring fashionable hats bonnets ribbons feathers and trimmings. A fall line includes notions dress trimmings jewelry tab belts and shirt waist sets. Public invited to inspect goods and mail orders receive immediate attention from Mrs. M. L. Taylor & Sister.

M. L. Taylor & Sister

Startling Test Proves Electric Bitters Cure

Dr. T. G. Merritt of No Meehoopany Pennsylvania treated a patient with violent stomach hemorrhages from ulceration. He prescribed Electric Bitters, noting rapid improvement and 14 months without another attack. The remedy is guaranteed for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles. Available for 50 cents at W A Hayes Drug Store.

T. G. Merritt No. Meehoopany, Pa W. A. Hayes

Guilford Votes Bond Issue for County Road Work

Guilford approved 300000 dollars in bonds to macadamize county roads. High Point backed the plan with 34 opposing votes out of 352, signaling strong local support for road improvements and an ambitious agenda for extending highway work from Greensboro to distant areas.

Charlotte

Foley's Kidney Cure Cited By Engine Worker

An engine driver from Lima Ohio reports constant engine vibration harmed his kidneys until Foley's Kidney Cure provided relief. The ad-style notice touts kidney health benefits and urges readers to try the remedy for kidney and bladder ailments.

Foley Geo KE. Hannaan Lima W. A. Hayes

Deed of Trust Sale at Hillsboro on 1903 date

Public notice announces sale of the H P Jones land tract of about 25 three quarters acres at the Hillsboro courthouse on Monday June 1 1903 for debt secured by a deed of trust dated May 1 1901 James H Andrews and Valeria D Andrews as grantors M D Eaton as beneficiary with terms of sale one third cash and balance in one and two years title retained until full payment executor John W Graham. Also executor’s notice and local merchant ad list.

Eno River Eno N. C

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