27 Feb 1913
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1913
Page
1
A periodical urging physicians' caution about indoor life and high work load on kidneys suggests drinking less water and heavy meals to reduce kidney strain. Symptoms like back pain urine changes rheumatism irregular heart action may indicate kidney stress. Warns against opiate-free remedies and promotes Dr Kilmer's Root with a sample offer by mail from Dr Kilmer Co mentioning The Com.
A petition seeks to raise the state appropriation for the Oxford Orphanage from 10000 to 20000. The letter argues the Oxford Home is not more deserving than Odd Fellows or Pythian orphanages, notes denominational funding, contends the Masons do not solely sustain it, and urges the state to avoid favoritism while other groups rely on voluntary offerings. It concludes the state should not lavish funds on Oxford while others provide similar care.
The excerpt extols the manure spreader as essential for efficient farming. It argues its ease of spreading manure evenly across fields, enabling timely application, better manure conservation, and doubling the output compared to hand methods. Jordan B. Wells in The Progressive Farmer advocates its value.
A fragmented tongue in cheek column mocks political figures and events. References include Wilson, Roosevelt, the suffrage movement, Mexico, Denver liquor statistics, and the Pujo Committee. Rosalie Jones and her suffragette march are noted amid dim views on tariff talks and inaugural procession tidbits.
In a Ways and Means hearing, Congressman Kitchin challenged cotton and other American manufacturers who claim they cannot compete without protection. He noted their own statements in foreign markets like Manchuria that imply American goods are inferior when priced to match European prices. He argues American firms succeed abroad and should be judged by home and foreign competition alike.
A State Journal editorial argues that the constitution should be amended to fix growing injustices and changing conditions especially about taxation. It warns against clinging to tradition and notes Congress can curb hotel gouging at inaugurations and should curb trusts’ gouging year round.
Mrs. Wm Archer of Scotch Branch New Jersey shares how her fourteen year old daughter, thin and ailing, improved after using Vinol. She reports better sleep, no coughing, appetite return, and weight gain. The ad promises money back if Vinol fails and notes Saxo Salve for eczema from E T Whitehead Company Scotland Neck NC.
The Thirtieth Annual State Convention of the North Carolina Sunday School Association will meet in Greensboro from April 22 to 24. The International Sunday School Association will send two speakers Franklin McElfresh and Mary Foster Bryner, with leadership from Jeter C. Pritchard as president and R. B. Glenn W. H. Sprunt and C. W. Tillet as vice presidents. The General Executive Committee lists W. A. Harper as chairman and a slate of fifty state representatives directing its work.
The Washington correspondence notes that fifteen years earlier the army had 25 infantry regiments in the United States. Since then five more were added, but only sixteen are ready for service in the country. Sixteen regiments are stationed in Caribbean and Pacific postings, leaving insufficient troops to form training and combat units. The chief of staff recommends adding two infantry regiments and six batteries of field artillery to better meet service requirements.
A New York telegraph reports the University of North Carolina law class won the first State prize in Everybody's Magazine mock trial contest for The Case of Jennie Brice. The eight attorneys earned 10000 dollars. judges and reporters noted the team from UNC with J W Hester, J W Morris, W F Taylor, G W Ward, W L Warlick, L A Swicegood, J J Henderson, and H E Stacy.
A Lincon Journal columnist argues that public office is earned by faithful service not bestowed by honor. He warns against fame from elections or false pretenses and stresses integrity over reputation. An anonymous testimonial praises Dr Thomas Ecleczie Oil for croup, used for eight years in Buffalo, New York.
Short news items note Uncle Joe Cannon retires from Congress on March 4. Other updates include Onslow county schools planning a joint commencement on March 28, a four percent state bond issue to cover the treasury deficit, a Raleigh banquet on February 28 honoring Senator Simmons Governor Craig and Joe Daniels, and local dispatches on guard escort details for Governor Craig during President Wilson’s inauguration.
Paragraph urges farmers to form co operatives to buy commercial fertilizers in bulk for cash. Cites cash discounts from manufacturers, arguing cash sales reduce costs despite bank money seeking loans. Quoted to promote cooperation among rural buyers and secure lower prices through collective action.
Advertisement asserts chronic constipation can be cured and promotes Chamtelain’s Tablets. It claims others have been cured and offers the product for sale by all dealers at a quarter price. The tone mimics a booster style typical of old newspaper ads.
A column contrasts Scottish golf culture with English amateurs, recounting the serious, contemplative Scots and a minister in a bunker scene. It then shifts to the peacock’s home in India, noting hunting dangers, the tail coverts, biblical mentions, and ancient Rome feasts featuring peacock grains.
The article discusses sleep as a phenomenon with no precise explanation and surveys theories. Legendre argues against brain pallor carbonic acid narcotics and fatigue as causes. He favors the view that sleep is an inherited instinct protecting the organism from fatigue.
A Durham Herald editorial argues that if lawmakers ran state affairs with the same focus as their own interests the state would be worse off, urging reform and accountability.
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