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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1914

Page

4

Male stenographers scarce as demand rises in civil service

The United States Civil Service Commission announces a shortage of male eligibles for stenographers and typewriters in Washington departments. Applicants must be at least 18, with entrance salaries of 840 to 900 dollars yearly, and rapid advancement possible for meriting individuals. Monthly exams are held nationwide except December. full details available from district offices in Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Cincinnati, Chicago, St Paul, Seattle, San Francisco, New York, New Orleans, and St Louis.

Mme Whited Civil Service Ion Fit Washington United States United States Civil Service Commission D. C Post Office Boston Maia Philadelphia Atlanta Francisco Val York, N. Y New Orleans Old Customhouse St. Louis

President Wilson Praises Senator Simmons For Tariff Fight

The vice president and many senators present Simmons with the first bound copy of the tariff law. President Wilson signs a warm note praising Simmons leadership, calling his service to the country marked by ability knowledge tact and patience.

Itusvidle Simmons Senate Finance Committee Senate Wilson Senator Simmons Woodrow Wilson

Elk For Our Mountains

North Carolina should join a federal program offering 50 elk per state for parks and mountain areas. The distribution is free state governments only pay capture and shipping. governors and mayors across states could stock zoos and parks with elk and other wildlife.

Charlotte Observer Bland Charlotte Yellowstone Park Craig Clarkson Switzerland North Carolina Secretary of the Interior

Children ary for Fletcher's case to be heard

A court proceeding for Fletcher's case is set to continue with arguments over consideration and contention. The legal action involves key points of the case and expected motions from both sides. Local officials and the court docket are referenced as the matter advances.

From Ocean to Ocean Gamion Chronicle

Messrs. W. A. McCarton and R. P. Cooper with several others halted in Camden Saturday while traveling from San Diego California in the interest of the Panama California Exposition and a trans continental automobile highway They distribute literature about Frisco Exposition to be held in 1915 and film moving pictures along the route They travel in an immense touring car and plan to visit principal cities from Great Lakes to the Atlantic coast recording scenes along the way

Gamion Chronicle W. A. McCarton R. P.cooper Camden San Diego Cal Great Lakes Atlantic Coast

Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed By Mrs Dougherty

Mrs H P Dougherty testifies three boxes of Dean's Kidney Pills cured her daughter's long kidney trouble and relieves her own mother's symptoms. The endorsement cites infancy attacks and lasting relief after three boxes. For sale by Foster Miles Burn Co Rouffalo sole US agents. remember the name Dean's. The piece also notes North Carolina political talk focusing on railroad rates and public indifference to reform.

Boone Vilas Fannie Dougherty Vilas, N Dean H. P. Dougherty Foster-Millburn Co Rouffalo, N United States

Dr King’s New Discovery and Is Tablets Ad Card

In homes Dr King’s New Discovery is praised as a cough cold and lung remedy with testimonials from S A Stid of Mason Illinois. It promises pneumonia cure with two bottles and is sold by H E Bucklen Co with price 25c and $1. Also Is Tablets are advertised to improve digestion liver function and bowel regulation sold by dealers.

Dr. King S. A. Stid Mason M1.k

Quiet advice on profit from others talking too much

A maxim notes that remaining silent lets you gather leverage when others chatter. It highlights restraint as a tactic to gain profit from information shared by others.

The High Cost of Living Feels Heavy on Citizens

A provocative reflection cites the butcher, baker, grocer and others pressing for payment as inflation tightens the public mood. Walt Mason’s verse laments delayed relief and rising prices while urging action before elections. An ad promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for constipation and other ailments, claiming 25c at druggists.

Harry Walt Mason News and Observer

Hall’s Catarrh Cure Advertisement Legal Notice

Frank J Cheney sworn as senior partner of F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio declares firm will pay 100 for any catarrh case not cured by Hall s Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason attests December 6. Ad touts internal remedy and 75 cent bottles. endorses Hat’s Family Pills for constipation. notes businessman ethos.

Frank J. Cheney F J. Cheney &Co Leity Toledo Hall A. W. Gleson All Druggiste F. J. Cheney & CO Ohio Hat

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