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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1914
Page
6
A testimonial ad touts Hot Weather Tonic and Health Builder as a cure for run down and nervous conditions, promising to remove waste and renew strength with Elec tric Bitters. Mrs Duncan of Ville Me reports complete cure after doctors gave up. sale price 50¢ plus 1. Bucklen's Arnica Salve for cuts advertised.
Coughs and colds weaken the system and cause loss of weight and appetite. A 50 cent bottle of Dr. King’s New Discovery is advertised as stopping coughing early and aiding throat and lung troubles. Testimonial from Mr H Brown of Muscatine supports its life-saving claim. Suitable for children. available at druggists in 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes.
A historical account recalls Vera Cruz’s long record of siege, piracy, and disease from the 16th century to 19th century. It cites Lorencillo and Nicolas de Agriamonte raids, mass imprisonments, and marooned prisoners, plus repeated bombardments by French, Mexican, and imperial forces. The piece notes walls, pestilence, and later sanitation reforms transforming the port into a healthier harbor. Includes reference to ongoing memorial observances and a modern note on local despair amid a county death drought.
A list of individuals announces candidacy for Union County offices including Sheriff Cotton Weigher Clerk of Superior Court Clerk Recorder County Commissioner and Representative. Names include J W Griffith J F McMants G Watt Davis R W Lemmond C E Houston L M Howie H B Adams Jr Jerre C Laney Rh Hudson J M Fairley with notes all subject to Democratic primary rules.
W A Eubanks announces candidacy for the legislature in the Union county district in the upcoming general assembly cratic primary J Dunham Bundy endorses or supports the same candidate or race per the readable text, reflecting a local political entry in the cratic primary.
M L Flow announces candidacy for Union County Recorder. He seeks Democratic primary support, asserting readiness, impartiality, and adherence to law. He states no use of improper methods and requests Democratic voters’ support in the primary election.
James K Polk declares his candidacy for constable of Vance township subject to the Democratic primary. He presents himself as a party candidate seeking the office and awaits primary results.
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