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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1916

Page

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Public roads in Watauga county need permanent improvement

The writer urges the county to prioritize road work over constant replanking, citing state laws and the advantage of a paved, durable system. Boone could lead by example, paving the way for other townships to follow and end perpetual road repairs. A mention of Boone’s recent losses to the B. & B. Turnpike sale is noted.

North Carolina Watauga County Gregory Boone One Creek Avery County Avery Watauga

Dr King s New Discovery and Pine Tar Cold Remedy Ad

When you have a cold give it attention and avoid exposure. Dr King s New Discovery eases coughs throat and bronchial irritation and helps clear your head. It’s a trusted family remedy for over forty years sold by druggists. Jolly A Bixeuam Sugar Grove NC urges a progressive spirit and responsible action.

Dr. King

Doughton Pushes $300,000 Flood Aid for NC Sufferers

Congressman Doughton introduced a resolution to appropriate 300000 for western North Carolina flood victims under War Department direction. He, and colleagues Page and Webb, expect opposition from Minority Leader Mann, yet urge swift action as floods devastate farms, homes, and lowlands, with Doughton himself affected by losses at Laurel Springs.

Doughton Washington North Carolina Greensboro News Coughton Page Webb Congress Mann Illinois Mr. Doughton Statesville

Sloan's Liniment Promises Fast Pain Relief

A testimonial from James S. Purgus son of Philadelphia touts Sloan's Liniment for knee pain relief after years of suffering. The ad urges readers to try the Penetratex formula without rubbing and buy at any drug store for 25 cents.

Columan James S. Purgusson Philadelphia Sloan Sioan

County Conference Seeks 50000 for Flood Bridges

Caldwell citizens meet in court house to plan building and repairing county bridges and roads washed out by floods. Finance plan calls for Caldwell commissioners to borrow 50000 dollars for six months at four percent, with bonds later to repay. Immediate relief for Johns River area and other flooded zones prioritized. local and external loans sought.

F. I. Coffey Caldwell County John’s River Collettavile Globe First National Bank Richmond Bank of Lenoir Johns River Wilson's Crek Buffalo W. C. Newland Harshaw

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claim

An old advertisement offers a 100 dollar reward for incurable catarrh and touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a cure for 35 years. It claims the product acts through the blood to heal mucous surfaces and improve overall health, urging immediate use and requesting testimonials from Ira F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.

Hall Ira F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo

Washington dispatch on corrupt practice bill restricts campaign spending

A proposed corrupt practices bill led by Senator Owen of Oklahoma advances, imposing strict limits on campaign expenditures, prohibiting pay-for-praise ads, and mandating detailed fund accounting. Penalties include fines up to 1,000 dollars, prison terms, and disqualification for office. thresholds cover presidential, senate, and congressional races with national committees also capped.

Washington Dispatch Owen Oklahoma Senate House House of Representatives Washington

Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for Summer Coughs

A doctor endorses Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for coughs and colds. The ad claims the preparation soothes irritation stops coughing kills germs and aids recovery. A 25 cent bottle is advertised as proving its value and effectiveness.

Bremen submarine sighted off every coast save Winston-Salem

The Wilmington Dispatch reports the Bremen submarine has been sighted near all coasts except Winston-Salem, indicating widespread rumors or sightings amid ongoing naval chatter.

Bremen Winston-Salem Wilmington

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Bert Reese New York United States Japan Wilson Henry Ford Woodrow Wilson Seer Reese Ford Reese Fordig Reece Jolly A. Bixeuam Sugar Grove N.C Foley E. Glenn Salmons Critcker Hotel G. M. Peavler Bristol Tenn Coffey Atiorney LYONE T. Dulaney Rye Fourth Street Edis and Jones Lenoir N. C Wateuga L. D. Lowr TA Ee Banner Elk N.C. Pincols Love & Love F. A. Linney Boone, Nc 13Th Judicial District G. H. Hayes Vilas F. Lovill J. Lovil Lovill & Lovill Attorneys At Law Boone, N. C T. E. Bingham Boone, N.C F. A. Lie Silas M. Greene Manet Jone Ander Warwu
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