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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1918
Page
3
Boone beats with family visits and school ties as residents return from Washington and Raleigh. Local brag on Robison and Hodges careers, weddings, enlistment, weather extremes, and Red Cross sweater drive amid a year end boom.
An advertisement praising Chamberlains Cough Remedy as highly effective for coughs colds and croup. It highlights safety and pleasant taste, noting many mothers have given it their unqualified endorsement, especially for children.
Rufus Greene and Nellie Wellborn were married at the Wellborn residence by Rev. LC Miller. A large gathering attended two receptions, first at the residence and then at the groom’s father’s home. The community extends best wishes for happiness.
Suffered from kidney trouble and back pain, Mrs. D. M. Hill of 509 Eighth St Hickory NC reports sleeping poorly and dizzy spells. After using Doan's Kidney Pills her health improved and the trouble did not return. Price 60 cents. Foster Millburn Co. Buffalo NY market.
The ad claims catarrh is curable in all stages through constitutional treatment with Hall's Catarrh Medicine. It asserts internal action on the blood and says the makers offer $100 for any case it fails to cure. Testimonials are solicited from I. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo, Ohio.
Notice to friends in Watauga County. T. W. Winkler Will be in Boone January 7 1918 describing Virginia farms for sale. Located on the main line of the C and O between Richmond Virginia and Chicago Illinois. Prices range from 800 to 17000 with good terms. Beaver Dam Virginia.
Having qualified as administrator of the estate of J J L Sherwood deceased, all persons with claims must exhibit them before November 22, 1918 or be barred. Debtors should settle promptly. This November 22, 1917 W F Sherwood Adm'r.
The Episcopal Church in Watauga County holds Skull Mills on Fourth Sunday evening with M. Atkins officiating.
A message from Pastor L Powell expresses sincere thanks to the Boone community for widespread kindness received since arriving. He notes the many material gifts and goodwill, stating gratitude cannot enumerate all helpers and pledges to serve for Christ's sake within his ability.
Chamberlains Tablets are promoted as a remedy for stomach troubles biliousness and constipation. The ad claims long term relief for those who have suffered for years with stomach issues and unable to find permanent relief. It states that many have been completely cured and urges following the printed directions on each bottle.
The Bank of Blowing Rock in Blowing Rock North Carolina invites every business person and head of a household to learn about its facilities for banking money and paying bills by check. The bank presents itself as the enterprising businessman's best friend and urges inquiry into its advantages.
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