08 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1904
Page
1
The piece debates whether concealed weapon rules deter crime and rejects lax enforcement while urging uniform punishment. It also comments on Christmas gifting, warning against placing value on gifts and urging focus on the spiritual meaning of Christmas and Christ’s gift, stressing temperance and moderation.
A Philadelphia Ledger column notes a playful exchange about a pretty artistic photo. The ad section promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea at 35 cents and Dr King's New Life Pills for dyspepsia and related issues, described as gentle and thorough. E T Whitehead & Co. sells the remedies.
A Missouri Civil War episode near Athens recounts 1800 Confederate volunteers facing Col. David Moore’s Union forces. The narrative details horse tying, long range rifle fire, two cannons, mass confusion, and a chaotic Confederate retreat. Though inconsequential at the time, the rout forged veteran resolve in later service.
An exploration of faith as the driving force in life and religion. The piece argues faith originates with God, urges reliance on divine power, and cites Jesus urging the disciples to “Have faith in God.” It cautions against worldly doubt, promotes a godlike, grace-filled trust, and notes that faith pleases God and facilitates life.
A testimonial urges carrying Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for barns cuts sores eczema and piles. The ad claims quick soothing effects and recommends purchase at E. T. Whitehead & Co.’s drug store.
A letter from Troy resident George King lauds Peruna for curing bladder and kidney catarrh and preventing Bright's Disease, calling it a blessing and noting eight bottles restored health. Similar claims are echoed by Fred Lindstrom of St. Paul, praising Peruna after urinary issues threatened Bright's disease. The ad highlights Peruna at the root of catarrh treatment and offers a free book and sample almanac for 1904.
An elderly German immigrant near Otisco Clark County Indiana draws a $12 monthly pension he did not know he earned. Records show he served 98 days in the unassigned Fifty ninth Indiana regiment after being drafted in September 1864 and sent to Camp Carrington Indianapolis.
A 19th century ad-like notice features T. R. Beall of Beall, Missa, urging persistence with Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption. He claims his wife recovered after four bottles following prior failures, and adds a price and trial bottle offer by Whitened & Co., druggists.
The piece touts Beechee's German Syrup as an old fashioned home remedy for colds and coughs, claiming quick cures for children and adults, with various bottle sizes and local sale details. It also notes a political riff about Secretary Shaw aligning with Parker on extravagance and mentions Cuban talk of annexing Hayti via the Atlanta Constitution.
An old advertisement extols Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup used for teeth teething wind colic and diarrhea. Claims include immediate relief and worldwide druggist availability at twenty five cents. The snippet also includes a brief quoted anecdote about an engagement.
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