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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
4
A Brazilian tree porcupine arrives in London drawing crowds as temperance advocates frame it as a moral tale.Observers doubt a creature that has never drank will crave alcohol, while attendants speculate on its future thirst in the chill city. Nearby notes report political moves in Reidsville and a road bonds vote in Lovelady township.
A concise reflection notes that new entrants struggle to climb to the highest ranks, highlighting the persistent gap between ambitious newcomers and established leaders.
In Boone and nearby towns readers hear a strong endorsement for Doan’s Kidney Pills. Mrs. H. P. Dougherty and her daughter Miss Fannie Dougherty credit the pills with curing long standing kidney trouble after taking three boxes. The testimonial cites prior headaches dizziness back pain and nocturnal distress, noting complete relief over three years. Buffalo suppliers Millburn Co. De Foster price agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan’s.
An up to date barber shop opens in room 6 of the Cottrell brick row. The graduate claims First Class Barber College Cincinnati Ohio 196, six years in top shops across states, offering premier face and scalp work in western North Carolina. Visit once to be sure.
Do your eyes need examining and glasses Atted, if so come to me, I can save you money and give you better service than you can get elsewhere for the money. I also do fine watch and jewelry repairing. Mail your work to me and I will give you a good job. I guarantee to please you in every respect. I want your trade and will treat you right. I can furnish you with everything in the jewelry line. Be sure to come and see my line before you buy.
Walt Mason argues against old age pensions for the unworthy, calling for pensions only for workers while condemning loafers who avoid saving. He portrays taxpayers supporting idle citizens and urges a discouraging stance toward thrift, predicting a banner over a “beastly poor” nation.
In Toledo Ohio Frank J Cheney a senior partner of F J Cheney & Co swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The ad promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure sold by druggists with testimonies and a brief note on Dr Kings New Discovery for croup and coughs.
A local reader reports five years of stomach trouble and dreadful headaches eased after using Thedford’s Black Draught for three months. The testimonial claims the herb-based remedy is safe for all ages, non dangerous, and should be kept in every home with a quarter package offered.
The Appalachian Training School will begin August 20 with extended course study and an added Business Department. Public school teachers may receive free tuition. A catalogue with details is available from the Superintendent in Boone.
Daily service from North Wilkesboro at 6 45 a m arrives Grandin 8 45 a m No 8 runs only Saturdays leaving 2 49 p m arriving 4 00 p m No 7 runs only Sundays leaving 1 25 p m arriving 2 40 p m
Repair services offered with a positive guarantee. Call for any repair needs in this line and expect honest workmanship at fair prices. Watch repair is a specialty emphasized for quality and reliability.
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