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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1902
Page
2
Robert C Rivers and Eprron AN Provieror are listed in a brief local notice from Watauga Democrat, indicating recognition or appointment. The item notes no further details, focusing on the two individuals and their connection to the issue at hand.
Tarrapay April 24 1902 The Democrat urges readers to pay poll tax by the first of next month to vote in November. Many owe Sheriff for taxes with receipts not held, risking disqualification. The issue is presented as a patriotic duty, urging timely payment and readiness for the election. A local school section details Wise mar Last Tuesday events at Noone and Watauga Academy, including a debate on women’s education, an address by Lock Craig, and a concert, highlighting strong student participation and educational progress.
The Watauga County Board of Education fixed first grade teachers at 35 dollars monthly and set a no less than 20 dollars monthly minimum. A Teacher's Institute will begin July 16, 1902 in Boone, requiring daily attendance unless excused by L. G. Maxwell. Treasurer Green received 1295 dollars to allocate among districts, prompting a stronger professional effort for North Carolina teachers.
A vintage health ad extols strong medicine against disease using a tiger metaphor. It warns bird shot cannot hunt a tiger and promotes Scott's Emulsion as a powerful remedy to stop disease progression. The copy promises fortitude and endurance, inviting readers to request a free sample.
Readers share testimonials on edoma and salt rheum, praising Hood's Sarsaparilla for clearing skin eruptions by cleansing the blood. A Maryland resident claims dramatic relief after two days of use. The notice also notes the death of Dr. T De Witt Talmage, praising his ministry and outreach.
The inter-collegiate debate at Chapel Hill last Friday produced a victory for the Georgia team. Georgia chose the query and North Carolina rejected the sides. The resolution stated that our democratic institutions in the United States are in danger from centralization.
General Wade Hampton spoke kindly of African Americans in Reconstruction days. He said, All my people, black and wise, God bless them. As a slave, he was faithful to us, as a free man, let us treat him as a friend. Deal with him frankly, justly, kindly.
The president voiced strong approval after his South trip, telling Washington friends he now considers himself a better American citizen than before the Charleston visit. Repeats quirky lines about Eidners and Hobbs in a Sharing Womedy Gov Coleaguee SP context.
An advertorial note warns of spring coughs and colds and touts the One Minute Cough Cure as a fast-acting remedy. Testimonial claims from Jaya Postmaster C. C. Dawson and T. J. Cage endorse its effectiveness against coughs colds croup bronchitis and throat lung troubles.
North Carolina Governor Chas. B Aycock issues a 200 reward for the apprehension and delivery of the incendiary who burned J W Har neons dwelling and barn in Watauga County The offender is believed to have fled the state or avoided lawful service Officers and citizens urged to aid in bringing the suspect to justice Also mentions a separate promotional ad for a cough remedy priced at 25 cents.
Johnson and Robbins in General Merchandise Mills North Carolina advertise a 60 day sale with deeply reduced prices on all stock. Shoe prices drop from 150 to 125 and other items listed at marked discounts. Dress goods and groceries also discounted, urging customers to call and be convinced of the truth. Produce from Birch Oil and other goods also sought at top market prices.
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