21 May 1908
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1908
Page
1
A well informed farmer argues scorn is a great crop and corn is essential. He criticizes the South for favoring cotton and peanuts over food crops, noting many land uses could be improved by growing more corn to feed stock and teams. He warns that few succeed with the plan, urging more corn planting this season to sustain farms next year as corn prices rise.
The CharLorre News observes the prohibition struggle on its final stage described as a non-partisan, dignified contest. Leaders across parties, governors, and business leaders join the fight with broad support, and women contribute to shaping sentiment as voters call for statewide prohibition.
Prohibition advocates urge a sweeping win in the North Carolina May 25 vote and demand a massive turnout to secure a decisive prohibition majority. They warn liquor supporters plan to shrink the margin and stress relentless effort from now until election day to bring every possible voter to the polls.
Tired nerves and low ambition common in spring are claimed to improve within 48 hours with Dr Shoop's Restorative. The ad says it rejuvenates digestion, circulation, kidneys, and heart, restoring strength and vigor, sold by A C Peterson.
Pinealve Car bolized poultice soothes and heals cuts sores burns and chapped lips hands and face. Sold by E. T. Whitehead & Co.
Chicago News notes De Skip’s retirement after joking he mistook contortionist for danger when dodging a car. Ad copy promotes ManZan Pile Remedy in collapsible tube with nozzle, claiming quick relief and healing for piles at 50 cents, sold by E. T. Whitehead & Co.
Elder Hassell argues prohibition rests on Scriptural law, tracing commandments as prohibitions and condemning strong drink. He cites biblical terms for wine and strong drink, warns of drunkenness, and endorses temperance while noting local option trends and social costs.
Washington witnesses a two ton racing car at extreme speed racing along a macadam conduit road near the capital. Officials from Agriculture and War sponsor tests to study dust, wear, and the damage of soft rubber tires on road surfaces. Photographers record each run from five to 65 miles per hour, showing dust clouds and loosened surface material, supporting the theory that fast autos rapidly wear roads.
A Cure for aching feet powder Allen's Foot-Ease advertised to treat tired aching callous sweating and swollen feet. Sample free at Olmsted LeRoy New York address given. Store notices urge not to be unscrupulous in small ways. Louisville Courier Journal.
Notice to customers promoting Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cough remedy not affected by the Pure Food and Drug Law. Claims no opiates, suitable for children and adults, from FE T Whitehead Company. Includes other ad snippets about Dean's Ointment and Foley's Kidney Cure.
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