Watauga Democrat Note From 1918 Issue
The Watauga Democrat published January 17 1918 with R C Rivers as proprietor. This brief entry notes the paper’s masthead and ownership details for the historical issue.
Watauga Democrat in Boone, North Carolina
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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
2
To the Soldiers in Camp and Their Parents
A Red Cross Home Service notice urges soldiers and families to apply for family allowances and life insurance before deadlines. It explains husband and wife roles in claims, potential benefits for dependents, and introduces war savings stamps with timing, amounts, and redemption terms.
War Savings Plan urged by The Youth’s Companion
The War Savings Plan begins December 3 and invites every person to buy government securities by purchasing thrift stamps for 25 cents or war savings stamps ranging from 4.12 to 4.23 dollars depending on the month in 1918. It is described as the most comprehensive thrift program the government has launched to finance the war and to encourage citizens to do their part.
Gov Bickett urges boards to aid soldiers dependents
Gov T W Bickett mails guidance to Local Exemption Boards outlining the needed steps for dependents to receive government allowances. He stresses that for wives and children the law requires an allotment from the soldier along with an allowances schedule, while other dependents must have the soldier voluntarily allot his pay and request the extra allowance. He warns against soldiers keeping full wages and sending only part to dependents, which would deny aid. He calls for wide publicity of the instruction to all dependents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Bickett
Will Crowder Cut Soldier Classification Pay In 1920
The 1910 maple sugar value is cited while a call is made to place classification remuneration on a cost basis. General Crowder telegrams governors to set boards’ pay at 30 cents per man classified, with caps of 15 and 25 cents for individuals and pairs. Critics decry clerical overpayments and padding amid war effort sacrifices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
North Carolina
Jld
Crowder
Wilson
Landquark
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed by Mothers
This medicine is praised as one of the best and most efficient for coughs colds and croup and is pleasant and safe to take, a key point for medicines given to children. Many mothers offer unqualified endorsements.
Bank Statement for Watauga County Bank Boone NC 1917
Bank report shows resources including capital stock 34800 surplus 31500 undivided profits 4477.63 deposits 145370.16 time certificates 124958.03 savings 11429.43 cashiers checks 6879.97 total 334415. State official attests the statement as true to the best of knowledge, dated January 14, 1913.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watauga County
Boone
N. C
North Carolina
Svssee
State of North Carolina
G. P. Hagaman
Notice of estate administrator for W C Lentz
The administrator of the estate of W C Lentz asks all claimants to present claims by December 11 1918 or be barred from recovery. Debts to the estate should be paid promptly. J A Lentz Administrator Ira Linney Attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Lentz
J. A. Lentz
Adm
R. Ira. Linney
Atty
War Talks By Uncle Dan on World War I Courage
Uncle Dan discusses changing warfare technologies and the Kaiser’s brutality. He urges overthrow of Prussian aggression, defends German citizens, stresses food and farming, and argues everyone must serve. calls for immediate Chamberlain bill and unity to defend the flag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Dan
Jimmie
Orst
Red Cross
Japan
Billie
Mrs. Graham
Congress
Doan's Kidney Pills Promoted by Hickory Resident
Housewives suffer backache from kidney trouble and gain relief through Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. D. Hill of 509 Eighth St Hickory NC credits the pills with curing dizziness stiff joints and morning weakness, noting the product saved her ability to work. Price 60c at dealers. Foster Millburn Co Buffalo NY backs the endorsement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
D. Hill
Eighth St
Hickory
N.C
Doan
How to Prevent Croup Attacks in Children
In a child prone to croup, hoarseness is the first sign. Give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as symptoms appear to ward off the attack and avoid danger and worry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Claim and Testimonial Ad
An old advertisement proclaims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures catarrh through constitutional treatment. It asserts internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, promises to strengthen the system, and offers $100 if it fails. Testimonials are requested. address F. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo, Ohio. Sold by all druggists for 75 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo, Ohio
Drus Vints
Bank of Blowing Rock Offers Modern Banking Facilities
The Bank of Blowing Rock in Blowing Rock North Carolina invites every business man or head of a household to explore its great facilities for banking money and paying bills by check. The bank claims this method simplifies transactions and enhances financial standing. Connection with the bank is presented as the enterprising businessman’s best trend. Merchants are urged to inquire about advantages offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of
Blowing Rock
Also Mentioned on This Page
The
Watauga
R.C. Rivers
Tuansday
Home Service Committee of the Red Cross
Home Service Committee
Amerle
Boone, NC
RL. Bivens
LG. Green
Gov. Bickett
N.L. Mast
W. Coffey
F. A. Linney
W. D. Farthing
Nat
U.S
Boone Homes
Watauga Printing Company
Blowing Rock, N. C
JS Winkler
M. B. Blackburn
Boone, North Carolina
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