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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
2
A July 1 Swifton Democratic convention followed by a private county caucus at the courthouse drew about twenty participants. Reports say no definite action occurred and organizers planned to watch developments for a possible general mass meeting to nominate an independent ticket.
State reunion of Confederate veterans to be held in Greensboro on Wednesday August 20. Tents and lodging provided at no cost beyond railroad fare, which is one cent each way. Two day event with Maj. L. Emry of Weldon coordinating. veterans urged to correspond.
Correspondent from Enfield reports a heavy rain storm with varying winds and thunder, noting unusually high rainfall. Tobacco market opened with large sales. local builder Joe Randolph is constructing a two story residence on Dennis street. The letter laments court dissatisfaction over nominations and urges primaries by ballot. Also mentions coastal health tonics and Wells publications and medicinal tonics from Hancock.
The North Carolina Supreme Court declares the graded school act in Greenville unconstitutional arguing that per capita funding creates racial discrimination. The commentary urges constitutional amendment to allow only four months of schooling per race and local taxation to fund equal access, highlighting a looming campaign impact on education funding and race-based disparities.
Eaton man C C Harlan suffered years of severe indigestion until Electric Bitters relieved his stomach woes. He praises the remedy as a godsend for stomach liver and kidney issues, rebuilding his entire system. 50 cents, guaranteed by E T Whitehead & Co.
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