Political echoes and Yankee loyalty in Dewey and Bryan era
A verbose political column discusses Admiral Dewey and William Jennings Bryan, the 1900 election dynamics, and Republican infighting over Roosevelt, with critiques of Davis resigning to lecture for the Boers and Hanna's influence. It weighs implications of third party shifts, insubordination, and voter resentments in a tense national scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster Davis
Britain
Davis
Mr. Davis
List takers appointed to assess county taxes for 1900
The board of county commissioners appointed tax assessors for each township for the year 1900. Appointees include R. K. Hartley for Blowing Rock, C. J. Cottrell for Blue Ridge, Jno R. Hodges for Elk, Granville Norris for Stony Fork, A. W. Beach for Meat Camp, H A. Dobbin for Bald Mountain, Wm. Thomas for North Fork, Thomas Bingham for Cove Creek, BH. Parthba for Beaver Dams, J. L. Glenn for Laurel Creek, RL Lowe for Shawnee, 2. D. Taylor for Wireangga, and Thomas Wandyke for Goo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Towit
Blowing Rock
R. K. Hartley
Blue Ridge
C. J. Cottrell
Elk
Jno R. Hodges
Stony Fork
Granville Norris
A. W. Beach
Bald Mountain
H A. Dobbin
North Fork
Wm. Thomas
Cove Creek
Thomas Bingham
Beaver Dams
BH. Parthba
Laurel Creek
Political and religious notices and obituaries in 1900 issue
A partisan defense of an amendment urges careful voter study while condemning political prejudice. Obituary notes Rachel L. Baird and a long tribute recounting her faith and family ties. A Baptist Convention program and brief notices follow, with medical ads and local civic items interwoven.
Standard Remedy Proclaimed for Throat and Lung Ailments
The text argues that if children are delicate and sickly it will strengthen them. if parents are losing flesh and becoming emaciated it will build them up. and it is described as the standard remedy in throat and lung affections.
De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve Ad Warns Against Imitations
An advertisement urges shoppers to ask for De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles and skin diseases. It warns that imitators such as Coffey Brow and Phillipy & Sin are worthless, urging consumers to seek the trusted original remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Coffey Brow
Phillipy& Sin
Local Medical Notice on Collections and Sales
March 7 1905 notice from E F Pinguam M D informs readers that sale of property is under contract and that debtors should settle promptly. It states collectors will be in the field and advises readiness for them at the office on Saturdays along with guidance on producing good stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star of Equity and Justice
Pinguam
New Firm New Goods in the County
A new store announces a broad range of dress goods silk ribbons laces and hosiery in many colors. The ad promises best and cheapest options for every body, highlighting a stylish selection and competitive prices.
Weinery of Louisiana Backs Porto Rican Bill in Senate
Weinery of Louisiana the home of the sugar grower and heating ground of the trust was the only Demo cat in the Senate to vote in favor of the Porto Rican bill. Republicans claim the trust supports free trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beveridge
Senate
Davis
Hanna
Weinery
Louisiana
Chamberlain's Pain Fala Trial Claims Free Trial
If troubled with rheumatism, Chamberlain's Pain Fala trial offers a free risk trial. It promises relief from pain, sprains, pains in the side and chest, frost bites, and swellings such as ghindolli. Sold by dealers at 25 and 50 cents, with quick cures claimed for cats, barns, and other ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chaimberlan
Notice of Land Sale by Administrator in Watauga County NC
L A Greene as administrator of Bob Togmian deceased sets sale of land by commissioner to the highest bidder on April 10 1900. The property lies outside the widow’s dower and borders Woodring Norris Wim Eller and L D Cole. Six months credit with 15 percent down day of sale. Title held until purchase money paid. Sale 10 am to 4 pm March 6 1900. attorneys Lovinn & Fleeruer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Watauga Co
L. A. Greene
Bob. Togmian
Deed
Moody
Nannie
Miller
Minie
Boe Pugin
Dex
Lovinn & Flercuer
Atty’s
Notice of Summons in Watauga Superior Court Case
In Watauga county North Carolina A L Simcoe and T R Sherrill are named defendants. A summons was issued March 15 1900 for 734 00 on a due bill and open account returnable to the spring term beginning March 26 1900. A writ of attachment was issued March 15 1900 against the defendant’s property returnable March 26 1900. The defendant must appear and answer or demur. Joan H tinauam C S O.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Watauga Co
A. L. Simcoe T. R. Sherrill
Superior Court
Watauga County
N.C
Watanga County
Joan H. Tinauam
C.S
Fine Nursery Fruit and Vines For Sale Around Corry
W. L. Corry of Moretz, North Carolina advertises a selection of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and a fine assortment of grape vines. Trees range from three to six feet tall with delivery available. For details call at the address provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Corry
Moretz, N, C
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Watanza Damo
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Bprros and Proprietor
Pawnsway
Admiral Dewey
East
Kansas City
Mr. Bryan
Bryant
Roosevelt
Philippines
McKinley
Dewey
Wataug
Dm. Isaacs
Rachel L. Baird
W. B. Baird
St. John's Church
Councill
Geo. Phillips
Rittenhouse Baird
Bedent Baird
Baird
Lagrippe
M. G. Leproro Valle Cracis
Beaver Dama
Eyder Solowen Younce
David Green
G P. Sherrill
John Mc Bade
John Norris
J. F. Eller
W. F. Knight
John Crisp
J. J. L. Sherwood
E. J. Norris
Farthing
D. C. Aarman
Lise
E . Jones
J. H. Farthing
Kh. W. Walker
L. W. Farthing
Dr. King
Roxy
Blackburn's
Hood
Harriett Evans
Hinsdale Til
Coffey Neos. Phillips & Son
Scott
Scott's
Cote
York
Cabstoria
Ua New
TN. Corpening
Flood
E. J. Giffels
Moose Lake
North Carolina College
Hani
Raleigh
George T. Winston
West Raueieu
N. C
T. N.corpening & Co
Bonner Elk
N. CorPenine
Banner Elk
B. Webb
Y. Miller
Wilkesboro
Washin
Tom
Kilgo
Durham
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