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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1901
Page
4
A mixed page features a humor anecdote about a witty army doctor and a puzzled officer over spelling a name, a note about Spencer’s possible congressional run and the district scene, plus reports on North Carolina peaches shipments and a jailer’s office fire of old ordinances, and a Charlotte sheriff’s bee attack on a chicken.
The fragment cites a racially charged description of feminine beauty and mixes in a dated advertisement line for a blood purifier. It contrasts poetic metaphors with a 19th century style sales claim, mentioning a Chinaman and a product called Johnston's Samnaparitia.
Estrada Palma declines the Cuban presidency due to unsettled political conditions. The fragmented scene and shifting alliances hinder clear leadership, leaving the island without a confirmed executive and prompting further political maneuvering.
A collage of quotes promotes a cough remedy and Kodol Dyspepsin Cure with testimonials. Mentions Moretz & Farthing, Zeb Buchanan, P. T. Thomas Suimpterville Alabama, J Pierpont Morgan steel plan for United States Steel Corp, and De Witt's Little Early Risers bowel movers. Contains varied advertising and editorial snippets.
Fragmentary text appears to reference advice and warning about listening to fools. No clear events, names, dates, or places are readable. The legible portion suggests caution in accepting every opinion, but lacks concrete persons or actions to anchor a summary.
Local notes show Moretz and Farthing in Boone North Carolina with J. W. Hodges tied to Rutherwood area, details sparse but place names indicate a regional business or property reference around Hodges.
J. H. Donk of Williams Oregon recalls his baby’s terrible diarrhoea and failure to improve with a doctor. A last resort, Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, gave immediate relief and complete care. Sold by Blackburn. It is easier to get along with people who always get their way.
Notice promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for comfort in cycling, claiming protection from chafing sunburn insect stings sore feet and minor bruises with invisible blemish remedy. Sold by Jackburn at 25 cents. The ad ends with a pay-off line about a man and a woman.
Upon a July 8 1901 superior court decree administrator A W Beach will sell four tracts of John Ragan's lands in Watauga County to settle debts and administration charges. Tracts include 180 acres on Green Knob, 8 1/2 acres on Meat Camp Creek, 23 1/2 acres south of widow's dower, and 40% acres near Rindle's Fork. Auction August 31 1901 with 15 percent cash and rest in six to twelve months. titles reserved until full payment.
A reflective piece on moral character and frugality argues honesty, restraint, and prudent living. It notes expenses and appearances as life challenges, suggests strong opinions on marriage and happiness, and advocates practical virtue over religious display.
C P M Holliday of Deming Ind recalls a baby teething period in which repeated bowel movements and stomach sickness occurred during June and July. He used four drops of Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy in water and the child improved immediately. Sold by Blackburn.
A reflective feature notes how devoted fathers often steer conversations away from baby care to broader concerns. It highlights how paternal appreciation emphasizes guidance, responsibility, and steady presence in family life across communities.
James White of Bryantville Indiana credits DeWitt's Witch Hazel salve with healing six year running sores on both legs after doctors failed. Advertisement from Moretz & Farthing features Zeb Buchan urging customers to accept no imitation and seek the product.
Mrs. H. Allport of Johnstown Pennsylvania recalls her experience with a danger from croup. Her little girl nearly strangled but was instantly relieved by One Minute Cough Cure and doctors altered their grim prognosis.
A Corrry Morets, N. C. advertises a fine lot of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and grape vines suited to the climate. Trees range from three to six feet tall with delivery available at the nursery. For details contact TM L Corrry.
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