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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1901
Page
4
The Morganton Herald urges the Legislature to fund $20,000 for indigent insane care and $150,000 to enlarge Morganton State Hospital, plus $100,000 annual increase. It cites admission denial, calls for broader state accommodations, and notes similar needs in Raleigh and Goldsboro as population grows.
The piece argues British forces under Lord Kitchener hold more territory than they can cover and that guerrilla tactics yield frequent surprises. It notes Boer resistance is futile and humanity must act swiftly to end the crisis.
W R Smith of Kasham Illinois recounts trying many remedies with no relief until Becklen’s Arnica Salve. He claims lasting cure and no further piles. The ad touts the salve as the only reliable pile cure, 25 cents per box, guaranteed by M B Blackburn.
Guerrilla fighters captured more than half a regiment of the bent British troops in a country dominated by 210,000 other British soldiers. The report casts doubt on labeling them mere guerrillas.
A Victorian ad promises renewed strength and a keen clear brain through Dr. King’s New Life Pills. It claims improved stomach and liver function, heightened ambition, and a sense of rebirth from a two penny test, sold by Blackburn.
The Standard Oi Company threatens to invade Europe urging residents with valuable possessions to place them in safety yuilts immediately.
Advertisement warns against counterfeit versions of DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve and promotes the original as a cure for piles ecwoma cuts scalds burns sores and skin diseases, listing Moretz and Farthing Johnson and Buchanan as names.
An Ohio police warden severely punished a convict who insisted on keeping his striped pantaloons creased, reflecting the forceful discipline and aesthetic discipline mindset of local wardens.
An ad style note promotes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a soothing antiseptic for various skin issues and piles. It warns against counterfeit kits and mentions individuals Jolnson and Buchanan in association with the product.
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The Boston Herald notes Gold water project aims to reshape Southern representation in Congress. Senator Pritchard of North Carolina, the sole Republican opposing it, attacks the plan on party grounds. If Republicans cannot gain from it, they may drop the measure.
An old notice extols a flannel soaked in Chamberlain pain balm for relief from back, side and chest pains and rheumatism. The piece also cites a Washington Star quote criticizing costly bouquets to lawmakers and the floristry expense of gifts in Congress.
If you wish to have an appetite like a bear and relish for meals take Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. They correct disorders of the stomach and regulate the liver and bowels. Price 25c. Samples free at Blackburn's. The British are laying in a supply of bikes for chasing the Boers and the Boers are providing themselves with tacks and just waiting.
An Atlanta Journal contribution critiques legislators who denounce trusts during campaigns but avoid anti trust measures in Atlanta. The writer notes politicians gain votes by opposing combines yet capitulate upon reaching the capital, promising renewed anti trust talk in the next race while showing little sincerity. The piece predicts the targets will include those who fit the hit list.
Di Ky witness T Martin describes severe nightly coughing before finding relief with Dr King s New Discovery. He endorses it for coughs colds and throat chest and lung troubles and notes a four year family use with a money back guarantee. A Mississippi lynching last week is mentioned as a debate point on lynching.
Peter Sherman of North Stratford New Hampshire reports years of torture from indigestion ended by Kodol Dyspepsia Cure which digests food and provides instant relief for stomach trouble. The ad claims the remedy comforts in even severe cases and promises lasting benefit.
The prospectus details degree leading programs across Law Medicine and Pharmacy plus professional courses. Summer School for Teachers tuition sixty dollars. Scholarships and loans cover free tuition for ministry candidates minister's sons and teachers. Total 512 students plus 61 in Summer School. Eighty eight faculty members. Catalogues and information available from FP P Venable president Chapel Hill NC.
W L Correy offers a selection of apple peach pear grape vines suited to local climate. Trees three to six feet tall delivered. Price about one half of other nurseries. For details contact W L Correy Moretz North Carolina.
Wilson News reports a citizen found a dangerous sling weapon with leather pouch and bone wrist fitting. The piece cites Cham berlain's Cough Remedy as effective for grippe and pneumonia prevention, with local druggist Thos Whitfield & Co praising its prompt recovery and counteracting phenopia, sold by Blackburn.
An advertisement-style notice touts a local treatment for catarrh and cancer. It asserts parasites cause catarrh and promises an 80 minute extirpation procedure to destroy them, claiming rapid healing and a money-back guarantee if it fails, with free examinations and prompt replies.
The Morning Post of Raleigh North Carolina offers subscription prices listed as one month two months three months and one year with the note papers are strictly in advance and not continued beyond paid time. The advertisement promotes telegraphic and general news service with special correspondents across the state.
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