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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1903

Page

2

Silk culture urged for Southern states in 1903 editorial

The Orange County Observer discusses cotton dominance in the South and urges silk culture as a profitable substitute. Citing The Textile World Record, the piece notes the U.S. imports all raw silk and that Southern climate suits sericulture, referencing Asheville Citizen as a cited authority.

South United States South Atlantic Central States Boston Asheville

A Box's WILD Race For Life to Get Medicine

W. H. Brown of Leesville Indiana endured death's agonies of asthma as his family urged him to seek Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. After an 18 mile run he found instant relief and soon was cured sleep returning each night. Trial bottles free at W A Hayes' drug store.

W. A. Hayes’ Drug Store

Twelve Democrats for governor not to exceed

The Wilmington Star notes no more than twelve Democratic candidates will run for Governor, joking that no one will permit a thirteenth, and the idea that the thirteenth candidate would burden the campaign with superstition. The page also promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure by W. A. Hayes, claiming it digests all foods and helps digestion.

Wilmington Star W. T. Holland Greensburg F. B. Arendel St. Louis W. A. Hayes Theis North Carolina D. Kauble Nevada E. CO. Dewitt & CO Chigago

North Carolina Faces Surge of Criminal Outrage

The Greensboro Telegram laments a wave of revolting and horrifying crimes across the state, noting an unprecedented display of total depravity among certain individuals and urging attention to the escalating evil.

Greensboro North Carolina

Foley’s Honey and Tar Praised in Local Ad Fine Print

In a letter published in the Philipsburg Daily Post editor Terri- MONIALS M. T. Lynch advocates Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds, stating it is the best medicine used in his family and praising its effectiveness. The note is signed by W. A. Hayes.

Jessy S . Terri- Monials M. T. Lynch Philipsburg N. J Daily Post Foley W. A. Hayes

Southern Progress on Pomona to Greensboro Double Track

The Southern reports steady grading for a double track from Pomona Junction to Greensboro. The new line will serve Winston-Salem trains.

The Southern Pomona Greensboro Winston

North Carolina reunion to draw former residents in Greensboro

A record crowd is expected in Greensboro from October 12 to 16 as former North Carolinians from across the nation return to reconnect with friends and view progress in the states industrial life. Governors of several states have been informed and invitations sent nationwide to former residents and potential investors.

Greensboro North Carolina South

Remarkable record for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sales

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has a 30 plus year track record with millions of bottles sold and no reported failures. Used early it prevents croup attacks and is safe for babies and adults. Sold by W A Hayes, Druggist. North Carolina Odd Fellows membership growth projected for 1903 with new lodges eyed in Sligo Currituck Franklinton. total members exceed 9000.

W. A. Hayes Woodell The Odd Fellows United States Sligo Currituck County Franklinton Rand North Carolina

Bucklen's Arnica Salve and Local Lore Chronicle

Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted for cures from burns to skin issues with 250 units at W A Hayes' drug store. Regional literacy statistics highlight Robeson and Wilkes counties with racial breakdowns and illiteracy rates. Also mentions Grove's Tonic, Bulky Butters, and a patient testimonial for Foley's Kidney Cure with W A Hayes noted.

Bucklen W. A. Hayes’ Drug Store

Hillsboro Market Prices Wide Range Gleaned

Weekly Hillsboro market report lists wheat at 80 to 90 cents per bushel, corn 85 cents, oats 60 cents, meal 80 cents, pork 7.5 cents per pound, bacon 12.5 to 15 cents, butter 15 cents, eggs 12.5 cents per dozen, peas 1.25 to 1.75 per bushel, beans 2.06 to 2.50, hides 4 to 10 cents, chickens 10 to 25 cents each, wool 15 to 35 cents per pound, coffee 18 to 20 cents, sugar 5 to 6 cents per pound, with strong demand for country produce.

Hillsboro

Devoe Paint Promotion Letter From Devoe & Co

A letter from F. R. Faucett of Hillsboro North Carolina explains savings on Devoe paint. The Cobleskill New York Ground Trustees claim to save 35 gallons and $140 by using Devoe at 15 cents a gallon less than competitors. Parks and Hedgpeth are named as paint sellers.

F. R. Faucett Hillsboro N. C Cobleskill N. Y Devoe F. W. Devoe & CO New York

Lung Triage and College Openings Highlight 1916 Notices

News briefs report a medical testimonial on Foley's Honey and Tar for lung trouble, Wake Forest College opening with 193 students (largest first day), and a Greensburg Louisiana indigestion cure using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. Expositions in St. Louis spark cash expectations. SPRING AND.

Wake Forest College

Summer Millinery styles arrive for ladies and children

Our new stock of spring and summer millinery includes hats bonnets ribbons feathers and trimmings. A fall line of notions dress trimmings jewelry tab belts and shirt waist sets for ladies. Public invited to inspect our goods orders by mail receive immediate attention. Mrs M L Taylor and sister.

M. L. Taylor & Sister

Life Saved by Chamberlain's Remedy in Cholera Case

B L Byer a cooper from this town credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with saving his life after a month of severe dysentery. He reports immediate relief and recommends the medicine sold by W A Hayss, Druggist. Methodist Church statistics show yearly receipts around 25 million dollars and 126 thousand churches nationwide.

B. L. Byer Chamberlain B. T. Little Hancock, Md W. A Hayss Methodist Church United States

Stomach Trouble Boosts Local Patent Remedy Trial

Greenfield Mass resident D L Beach reports four year stomach troubles eased after trying Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets bought at W A Hayes Drugist. The ad notes 25 cent price and promises satisfaction. It also lists four New York magnates valued over 100 million dollars: John D Rockefeller Andrew Carnegie Wm Rockefeller and J Pierpont Morgan.

D. L. Beach Clover Nook Farm Greenfield Mass Chamberlain W. A Hayes Droggist New York John D. Rockefeller Andrew Carnegie Wm. Rockefeller J. Pierpont Morgan

Doctor Praises Foley’s Honey and Tar for Pneumonia

Dr. C. J. Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports three severe pneumonia cases treated with Foley’s Honey and Tar with good results in every case. He warns to refuse substitutes.

C. J. Bishop Agnew, Mich Foley W. A. Hayes

What Is Life And Its Law

An advertisement claims life follows strict law and abusing it causes pain. It promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a quick remedy for irregular living leading to constipation headaches or liver trouble. Sold for 25 cents at W A Hayes' drug store.

Fearful Oops Against Him Ends In Recovery Tale

An elderly soldier from Versailles Ohio, bedridden with kidney disease, finds relief after using Electric Bitters. He proclaims a path to complete recovery and credits the remedy as best for liver kidney and stomach issues. The ad also notes a separate quotation about a rejected marriage proposal ending with a clarification.

J. J. Havens Versailles Hidney Ane W. A. Hayes

Genuine De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve Outranks Counterfeits

W. S. Ledbetter of Shreveport Louisiana reports a cure after trying many remedies. The ad claims the salve treats blind, bleeding, itching and protruding piles with no equal. Sold by various retailers.

de Witt W. S. Ledbetter Shreveport W. A. Hayes

Sale of Valuable Lands in Orange County 1903

Sale scheduled for Sept 10 1903 at Cedar Grove Township Orange County at 12 noon bidding for real estate of Elijah Malone deceased. Property includes 130 acres north of Dr J R Hester and surrounding parcels with 18 acres on east south and west by Mollie A Malone and others. Terms one third cash and balance in six and twelve month installments with interest. Commissioned by W J Hughes and wife v James B Blackwell et al.

Elijah Malone Cedar Grove Township Orange County J. R. Hester Mollie A. Malone Coleman Bureh James B. Blackwell Othes Superior Court J. Haln Caswell County State of North Carolina Sarah C. Miles John K. Miles N. W. Miles A. G. Miles Caroline Miles Jas. H. Thompson Mary E. Durham Elizabeth Hayes Jasper Sykes Durham Martha A. Jones Office of Register of Deeds N. C W. W. Murrie

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