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Newspaper

Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1908

Page

4

Thanksgiving Invocation Sentiment Shared Across Papers

A Thanksgiving invocation praising friends and humility is printed from the Charlotte Observer, with editorials noting its quality. J. J. Coammens, an Iredell veteran journalist, is credited as author though it was distributed privately before publication. The piece is praised by Statesville Landmark as too good to keep private.

Charlotte Observer J. J. Coammens Chambers The Observer Statesville

Where Bullets Flew Civil War Veteran Praises Electric Bitters

David Parker of Fayette New York a Civil War veteran who lost a foot at Gettysburg says Electric Bitters have been worth more than five hundred dollars to him. He spent much money doctoring for stomach trouble with little result until Electric Bitters cured him and now he takes them as a tonic to stay strong and well. Available at all draggists for 50 cents.

David Parker Fayette, N. Y Gettysburg

Evolution of Majority Rule Stirred by Turmoil

A critique of the evolving majority rule system in government suggests the majority acts as a compliant force for inner-circle whims, undermining representative aims and calling for reversal. The Memphis Scimitar editorial calls for impeachment of Governor Patterson amid Tennessee political strife and Carmack’s slaying, signaling rising radicalism and unsettled politics.

Chicago Record-Herald New Orleans Picayune News Scimitar Memphis Malcom R. Patterson Tennessee Carmack Reudism Charlotte Chronicle

Healthy family praises Dr Kings New Lift Pills

L A Bartlet of Rural Route 1 Guilford Maine says their family has enjoyed good health for three years since using Dr Kings New Lift Pills. The advertisement claims the pills cleanse and tone the system gently and benefit overall health.

Dr. King L. A. Bartlet Route 1 Guilford Maine

Sore Feet Cure Promoted By Arnica Salve Claim

A letter from W Stone of East Poland touts Bucklen s Arnica Salve for sore feet burns cuts and abrasions. The note claims it is also good for piles and notes a 25 cent price under guarantee. The piece mentions The Independent Order of the Sons of Rest flourishing in good weather with long meetings and a recent deposition of a member who used a wood pad to build a fire for his wife.

Bucklen W Stone East Poland Society of Independent Order of the Sons of Rest Hlickory

Mortgage the Parm and the Reelfoot Fisherman Feud

A farmer on Rural Route 2 Empire Ga. W A Floyd praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for two severe sores saying it is worth more than its weight in gold and would mortgage the farm for it. Nashville reports claim a Reelfoot fisherman in David County is hospitalized with fever, still manacled, drawing criticism from the Chattanooga News for cruel treatment.

Empire Nashville David

Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup Promoted for All Ages

An advertised patent medicine from J. M. Hodges touts Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup as especially for children but also suitable for adults. It claims a pleasant taste and a natural bowel-clearing action to drive the cold from the system.

Kennedy J. M. Hodges

Red Band Pure Scotch Snuff Highest Grade Claim

Red Band Pure Scotch Snuff is described as the highest grade snuff in the claim. The note emphasizes premium quality and superior grading without providing additional context or competing products.

Repeal of North Carolina Homestead Law Urged

The Lenoir Topic urges the next North Carolina Legislature to repeal the homestead law. It argues the law once aided the needy but now shields dishonest debtors, claiming honest people would not be harmed and that professional deadbeats prey on hard earnings.

North Carolina

Local Watchmaker Promises Trusted Repairs and Fair Charges

J. W. BRYAN, Graduate Watchmaker and Jeweler, warns against inexperienced repairers and stresses careful, quality service. He declares watches demand expert handling, promises honest pricing, and urges customers not to wait for a watch to stop before cleaning, adjusting, and oiling.

Chania J. W. Bryan Wach-maker & Jeweler

Land Sale Notice in Watauga County Case Linney

By decree of the Superior Court of Watauga county in R Z Linney against Jerry Ray and wife Margaret I will offer for sale to the highest bidder at the court House door in Boone for cash on the first Monday in December 1995 it being the 7th day of said month tract of land Located in Beaver Dam township Watane county NC bounded as follows Beginning on Thos Farthing s chestnut corner and runs east 70 poles to a chestnut oak thence north 10 poles to three red oaks then west poles to a spruce pine thence north 266 poles to a stake thence south to the beginning containing 1 9 acres more or less This 25th day of Sept 1908 F A Linney Commissioner

Superior Court Watauga County R. Z. Linney Jerry Ray Margaret Court House Boone Beaver Dam Township Watane County N.C Farthing F. A. Linney

Notice in Watauga County Superior Court 1909 action

Notice that H Ridder and others sue Carolina Valley Oil and Gas Co for 1690 dollars for work and labor. Defendants must appear at the next term of the Superior Court in Boone North Carolina, on the third Monday after the first Monday in March 1909, to answer or demur to the complaint. Dated October 18 1908 Thos Bingam C8 C

North Carolina Watauga County H. Ridder & Others Carolina Valley Oil & Gas Co Superior Court Said County Boone N. C Thos, Bingiam

Pointed Paragraphe Reflections on Men's and Women's Folly

A collection of pithy maxims from Chicago News highlighting gender roles vanity and cautionary wisdom. It links self love to virtue mocks boastful ancestry and warns of trouble seeking behavior while noting humor and human folly in everyday life.

Summer Ailments and Kodol Remedy Use

Summer complaints and other serious ailments common in hot weather are linked to stomach issues. Keep the stomach in good order by having a bottle of Kodol handy and take it when you feel the need. It is claimed to prevent sour stomach belching gas bloating and indigestion. Sold by J. M. Hodges. An attributed quote from Elihu Burritt reflects patient progress through steady effort.

J. M. Hodges

Roosevelt’s Gift Sparks Campaign Fund Debate

The Washington Herald notes Mr Roosevelt donated 11000 to the Republican campaign fund provoking scorn and a loud reaction over Grover Cleveland’s era style politicking with a 5000 contribution drawing fresh controversy.

Roosevelt Grover Cleveland Washington Herald

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