17 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1913
Page
1
A Form letter from Phenix City Alabama testifies that after a severe sickness the writer’s kidneys weakened and key pains persisted. After starting Swamp Root upon a friend’s suggestion the writer reports improved kidney function and gratitude to the Kilmer Company for the remedy and booklet.
Daniel Secates argues in the Progressive Farmer that better farm buildings and sanitation raise rural health and land values. He emphasizes comfort for hogs and livestock to improve fattening efficiency, ease of housework, and smarter farm layout to reduce labor, urging amenities at home to keep youths from leaving for the city.
The Hardware Association of the Carolinas telegraphed Governor Locke Craig of North Carolina. Four hundred members pledged support in the campaign to lower freight rates to equitable levels with Virginia. Norman H. Johnson urged prompt action and criticized legislators tied to railroads.
Joseph F. Tayloe left for Washington D C to assume duties as chief clerk of the senate finance committee after official appointment by Senator Simmons. He also learned he was named chairman of the state executive committee by P A Gorrell president of the state association of Ellis.
Dr Jnc A Ferrell who led the North Carolina hookworm campaign becomes head of the southern effort with headquarters in Washington DC Dr L Pridgen longtime field physician succeeds him as NC State Director An announcement of Pridgen’s successor will come soon Do not ask the college graduate to translate his diploma.
Chairman Clarence Poe reports the National Farmers Union program committee asks local unions to discuss segregating rural districts by race. He warns that mixed white and Negro settlements hurt schools churches and social life and urges Negroes to buy land in single race communities to preserve white communities and prevent displacement.
Rev. Frank T. Bayley laments six passengers who ignore the Rhine's beauty and history, choosing cards, beer, and smoke instead. He contrasts worldly distractions with nature, castles, and the river, urging readers to keep soul sight and appreciate noble things.
Libertyville saw Mrs Clara N Colby become the first woman to cast a ballot in town as Illinois voters awaited a village hall measure. The tally showed 34 yes to 23 no among women and 93 yes to 63 no from men. Other towns Wamac and North Chicago also held votes with women participating.
Bingham's Catalogue lists two cadet command details in North Carolina one assigned to A and M College West Raleigh the other to Bingham Asheville. The latest improvement is a swimming lake and the commandant 1st Lieutenant C R Abraham 27th Infantry will organize a Cadet Band in September.
Thirty widows utilized the new Widows Pension Law which started Friday. They obtained blanks from County Clerk McDonough to fill and file with a county judge. The court forwards the applications to the State Board of Guardians for investigation, and the board's report determines pension eligibility for each dependent child under 16.
Guidance from The Wadesboro Messenger and Intelligencer advises motorists to yield by turning right to let oncoming cars pass on the left. The rule helps prevent serious accidents when vehicles meet on the road and aims to keep traffic orderly.
Plainfield New Jersey resident Mrs G Stengle reports relief after using Chamberlain's Tablets for chronic stomach upset and constipation. She says after a month of trouble she could eat most foods and has taken three quarters of a package. For sale by all dealers.
The notice advertises $5.00 excursion tickets to Wilmington starting May 31 and every Saturday through September 13, 1913, with return before midnight on the Tuesday after sale. North and East excursion rates apply. Contact Epp L. Brown in Scotland Neck or General Passenger Agent Ming for details.
An advertisement claims Kickapoo Worm Killer, a candy lozenge, will rid children of intestinal worms and alleviate symptoms such as fretfulness, teething pains, and bad breath. A testimonial from Mrs. J. A. Brisbin of Elgin asserts long use and success. Sold by druggists or by mail, 25 cents. Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St. Louis.
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