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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
4
A rambling Ram's Horn excerpt urges honoring selfless acts. It cites a reader question about life’s greatest pleasure and answers that service to others enriches life, aligning with Christ’s example of giving. The piece frames quitting noble effort as tragedy and champions sustained generosity.
The piece reflects on a long arc from the discovery of a new world to labor and liberty, praising religious liberty, growth, reunification, and a hopeful future. It honors the historical struggles and victories that shaped America and foresees a brighter era ahead.
A fragmentary notes discuss bachelors as roaming lovers and their ease in romance. Maine ships a large share of U S Christmas trees with Belfast as the center of Trade, surpassing last year’s freight records. A stray political quip suggests candidates rely on friends whose hands are often in them.
An old Brighton inscription recounts Phoebe Hersel born 1713 who served as a private in the Fifth Regiment of Foot. She fought in Fontenoy line and was bayoneted in the arm. Her long widow’s life spanned Queen Anne to George IV, ending in Brighton on December 12, 1891.
A famous remark by Carlyle on true genius focusing on core aims. The quote contrasts seizing the essential point with discarding excess, emphasizing clarity and purpose in thought.
Entry Notice No. 2460 in Watauga County, North Carolina, records N F Ingier locating and entering two acres of land on New River in Blowing Rock Township. Beginning at Mary Boyden’s line along the turnpike, the tract runs east to a Green Park Cu line stone, then south to a stone, then with that line to the turnpike and back to the starting point. Entered November 26, 1906. H J Haxpix, Entry Taker.
A fragment from World’s Work quotes Poli Mair the geologist arguing that Flonie is dangerous yet mountains offer safety if one camps outdoors. He recounts preferring a warm bed at home but asserts outdoor life costs little and requires only bread, tea, tobacco, a sack, a pot, an ax.
The firm of Robbins and Gragg is dissolved by mutual consent with G. W. Robbins continuing in the business and settling all accounts. Debts owed to the firm will be collected by G. W. Robbins. The notice thanks patrons and seeks continued support.
Entry Notice No. 2459 of North Carolina in Wat tnuga County shows J R Eggers locating and entering ten acres of vacant land in Beaver Dam Township along Beaver Dam Creek. The tract begins on a cucumber in Eggers line and runs to G P Sherrills Vine then to F M Wilsons line with various courses. Entered November 25, 1906 by Nl M Hanpis, Entry Taker.
North Carolina Watauga County notice shows J. L. Hayes named administrator for Elizabeth Gillam deceased. Creditors must present claims by November 12, 1907. those indebted should settle promptly. Attorney F. A. Linney listed.
Several historical entry notices details locations of large land tracts in Blowing Rock Elk and Watauga townships in 1906. Entries name entry takers H J Hanors and H J Hardin and J P Barlow with parcels ranging from 25 to 400 acres. Beginning corners include Rhoda Hollyfield and Elk Creek tributary landmarks on Watauga and Caldwell lines.
A fragmented religious satire notes hypocritical preachers who praise giving yet live in vanity. It mocks those who claim square deals while hedging every side and warns against false piety and shallow sermons in a world of mixed motives.
The Rev Irl R Hicks resumes publication of his renowned almanac for 1907. Available from news dealers or by post at 25 cents from Worn and Works Pup List Company, 2201 Locust Street St Louis MO publishers of Worpasp Works.
An unclear ad-like fragment mentions paying for value, asks what money means, and references Rocky Mountain Tea and Blowing Rock Drug Co with a 35 certent M. B. Blick huan’s.
A fragment reflecting on character as a man's true feature beyond money or brains, mentions Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonik and its ironquinine mix, recalling a quip about a tested product and a ringer for no cure, no pay.
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