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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
1
The Asheville Citizen urges North Carolina lawmakers to pass the Australian ballot law praising fraud resistance and the boost to democracy. It argues both major parties gain from reform and cites states where adoption reduced boodle and floated candidates. The piece appeals to Democrats to back the measure for fairer elections.
A frontier rider carried a large express pouch under his saddle blanket, fought off two armed men in a lone valley, and burned 824 miles without sleep to safeguard the money. He later earned honors while building the Union Pacific era and supplied buffalo meat to crews.
Mrs. D. Gilkeson of 326 Ingles Ave Youngstown Ohio shares a testimonial about Foley's Honey and Tar for a severe cold in a child. She notes the first dose eased throat inflammation and after one bottle the throat and lungs were clear. She urges keeping a bottle in the house and warns against substitutes.
The ad asserts Foley's Kidney Pills aid delayed urinary issues, restore normal kidney and bladder action, and correct irregularities with quick results. It presents a health remedy claim typical of period advertisements and emphasizes urinary relief.
The New York Board of Education orders a circular in all school books urging eye care. It emphasizes reading posture, distance of fourteen inches, proper lighting from behind or over the left shoulder, clear print, and rest breaks. It also advises cleansing eyes with pure water twice daily.
Rochester resident MB Black reports using Foley Kidney Pills after a back pain and irregular kidney action. She claims the pills gave energy and strength, leading to a complete recovery and improved health after years of trouble.
The Boone Furniture Company advertises a new up-to-date line including beds, springs, mattresses, comforts, blankets, and other home articles. It urges customers to call for prices before buying elsewhere and notes the store is located in the Bank Building.
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