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Newspaper
Orange County Observer
Location
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1904
Page
2
Thursday issue details the publication schedule and credits Joseph A Harris as publisher and owner. The brief notes emphasize weekly Thursday distribution and the ownership lineage of the newspaper.
Washington’s Wa. Jennings Bryan informed the Democratic National Committee that he will be at the disposal of the Committee during October. Democratic State Chairman Simmons appointed an advisory committee for the campaign including Lee S. Overman Locke Craig L Banks Holt W I Everett and P M Pearsall.
In Leesville Indiana W H Brown endures asthma agony while his family fears death as he rides 18 miles to obtain Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. He claims instant relief and cure writing I now sleep soundly every night. The medicine treats throat lung troubles including Consumption Pneumonia Bronchitis Coughs Colds and Grip. Guaranteed bottles 5c and 1.00 trial bottles free at W A Hayes drugstore.
In Durham readers note many Democrats oppose temperance measures, but a large majority support the Watts law, and that stance remains until a better policy is proposed.
When food quantity is large or rich, sour stomach may follow especially if digestion is weakened by constipation. Eat slowly, chew thoroughly, and space meals by about five hours. If fullness or weight remains after meals, take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by W A Hayes Druggist.
A Wilmington Star note describes a man who contemplated ending his life but changed course by taking a wife. The report hints the decision may avert tragedy and expresses cautious hope for his future.
M T Lynch editor of the Phil ipsburg Daily Post declares he has tried many medicines for coughs and colds in his family but none as good as Foley's Honey and Tar. He praises it highly and vouches for its effectiveness.
The Episcopal Church convention in Boston this September will mark the first visit of an Archbishop of Canterbury to the United States in its history.
Secretary Joseph E Pogue of the North Carolina Agricultural Society forwards the 44th State Fair premium list for Raleigh October 17 to 22. Premiums total $10,000. fair boasts growing success. Bonded debt stands at $27,500 maturing next January. Ashley Horne of Clayton is president.
Joseph McElhiney of Linton Iowa reports selling Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for over twenty years with complete satisfaction. He recommends it as a quick relief for coughs or colds and notes it is pleasant to take. Available through W A Hayes Druggist.
Prices across staples shown with wheat at 80 cents to 1.00 per bushel and corn at 85 cents per bushel. Oats 50 cents, meal 75 cents, pork 7 to 12 cents per pound, bacon 12 to 15 cents, flour 5 to 6 dollars per barrel. Beverages and other goods listed. country produce in good demand.
Among 52 applicants before the Supreme Court at Raleigh for law licenses 46 passed. Three of the successful candidates are negroes. In the Senatorial Convention at this place last Saturday Mr H C Flower of Kansas City spoke briefly and, as son in law of Gen Carr, promised Missouri would deliver large majorities for the State and National Democratic tickets. Mr and Mrs Flower are visiting Gen and Mrs Carr at Occonegee Farm.
A 1904 Hillsboro note from Devoe & Co. mocks paint pricing puzzles and asks teachers to engage students. The postmaster lists names of unclaimed letters as of August 31 1904 and directs patrons to say advertised when picked up.
Emergency medicines include Chamberlains Pain Balm praised for fast healing and antiseptic properties. W A Hayes Drug Store offers it. Professor Ernest Mangum of Wilson dies after illness at Rex Hospital Raleigh. remains to Chapel Hill for burial. Patient J J Cox swelled feet healed after Foley's Kidney Cure per doctor.
Eugene A. Hughes writes to pacify readers in both parties by stating he will not accept a clerkship in the office of Sheriff Andrews or Sheriff Miller to avoid charges in the upcoming campaign. He asserts his stance to prevent political bias from affecting his actions.
A August 31 message from W H Morris of Cedar Grove urges Orange County Democrats to stay united and support the entire Democratic ticket. He warns that crossing to Republicans would harm the party and calls for heavy turnout and a large Democratic barbecue to boost the party’s majority.
The piece argues strict law governs life and abuse causes pain. It promotes Dr King's New Life Pills for constipation headaches and liver trouble, 25c at W A Hayes' drug store. It notes North Carolina built over a thousand new free school houses in three years under Democratic rule and mocks Republican claims of no educational progress.
A. M. Ake of Wood Ltd reports years of severe lung hemorrhages and ineffective medical care before using Foley's Honey and Tar. He claims his lungs are now sound. C. D. Jones endorses the remedy for advanced lung trouble.
The Southern Railway announces a personally conducted special train from Durham and Greensboro to the World’s Fair leaving Sept 20. The journey via Asheville Knoxville and Louisville passes Western North Carolina East Tennessee and Kentucky. Ticket options include Fifteen day, Ten day, and Pullman double berth with round trip rates. A representative will accompany the party and handle reservations.
Dr GC J Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports Foley s Honey and Tar has given good results in three severe pneumonia cases and recommends against substitutes. Veterans at Asheville reelected Gen Julian S Carr commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans of North Carolina.
By authority in the will of John Kirk on Saturday October 1 1904 on the premises I will offer for sale 04 acres of land to be divided into tracts. The land was conveyed to John Kirk by George Laws Clerk under a decree in a suit with dates May 25 1867. Terms: one third cash and remainder in 6 and 12 months with interest from the day of sale. This 1st day of September 1904. G W P Cates Executor of John Kirk.
J. J. Havens of Versailles Ohio suffered kidney disease and general decline for years. After trying various medicines he used Electric Bitters and rapidly regained strength claiming he is on the road to complete recovery. The tonic is advertised as best for liver and kidney troubles and stomach and bowel complaints, priced at 50 cents with guarantee.
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