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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1900
Page
2
Reprint corrects a local error involving Revert C. Rivers in the Watanga Democrat. The notice addresses misprint in the edition and clarifies the proper spelling and attribution of an editor or printer's name.
Tacrenay January 25 1900 opinion claims the constitutional amendment will pass by a huge margin and urges Republicans of Watauga to unite with the white supremacy stance. The note contrasts North Carolina race politics with a call to support segregation and predicts events from 1898 and 1990 as precedents. A second piece, by J W Topp, mocks McKinley’s handling of imperial issues and suggests buying Britain’s suzerainty to stop the Boer War.
Eleven members of the Populist Executive Committee led by Senator Butler met in Raleigh and denounced the Constitutional Amendment while supporting fusion with Republicans on state issues. The faction claims white voters favor the amendment, predicting Butler will fail to rally the rank and file to oppose it, despite his opposition.
A local appeal urges residents in Blowing Rock and surrounding areas to donate one dollar or more to fund a church building. The plan includes a purchased lot and saved lumber, with completion targeted by March first. Contributions will be listed in the Democratic columns. send to A L Brantorn at Loone, N.C.
Editorial notes that since 1898 white rule is fixed in North Carolina and the Republican party cannot regain power while influenced by Black voters. The piece cites F. U. Simmons and comments on Pearson’s potential candidacy for State Auditor. Local news covers school progress, literary society activities, a marriage at Riverside, and community updates on residents and travel.
The ad warns of danger signals from changing weather and chest pains signaling pneumonia bronchitis or consumption and urges readers to use Scott's Emulsion as a test and ultimate remedy to fortify the system and prevent illness.
The Democrat earnestly hopes for nomination and election, and is expected to enter the convention with the full backing of the 8th Diet.
A scan of early 20th century advertisements touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for impure blood and failing health, with testimonials urging use. Also promotes Hood's Pills and One Minute Cough Cure as universal remedies for coughs, colds, throat and lung troubles, asserting infallibility and quick relief.
An execution from McDowell County Superior Court directs the Sheriff of Watauga County to auction at public sale on February 5, 1909, the heirs at law of William Tate and William Cochran interests in a long described tract of land, to satisfy the judgment in favor of Linville Improvement Company and others against Arthur E Cochran and several heirs. The property runs along the Toe River, Elk Creek, and various landmarks, with precise chain measurements and corner trees listed.
A local ad touts Calaway Hae salve as a universal cure for corns bunions sores ulcers tetter salt rheum and other skin ailments. It promises relief for piles and draped hands with a guarantee and a price of 25 cents at M B Blackburn's.
M. B. Blackburn guarantees every bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a refund after one third of contents used if not satisfied. It claims to cure la grippe coughs colds croup and whooping cough and asserts it prevents pneumonia risk.
A quotation from Locke Craig expresses concern that amendments will be misrepresented and deceit used against the people. He predicts bitter attacks by renegades who use the negro as a political weapon while asserting the amendment will be defended with zeal and determination to unite the patriot sons and daughters from mountains to the sea.
D H Turner of Dempay town Pa reports taking the tonic for two weeks and says it put him in his teens again. The vegetable remedy is claimed to beat all others for digestion and bowel health. Available for 26 cents at M B Blackburn store.
A large unidentified passenger steamer was wrecked off the Newfoundland coast during a recent storm. The vessel’s name remains unknown as crews search the area for survivors and salvage possibilities.
An old advertisement-style line proclaims that those who take stimulants for weak nerves must pay Paul. It promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for true nerve strength.
J C Sherman veteran editor of the Vermontville Echo touts Electric Bitters as a remarkable secret to keeping old people young. He says the remedy gently stimulates the kidneys tones the stomach aids digestion and gives a splendid appetite and has worked wonders for him and his wife. 50c at M B Blackburns.
A Moretz, N C nursery advertises a selection of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and a range of grape vines. Trees stand three to six feet tall and are offered at about half the price of other nurseries with delivery available. For particulars contact L Correy Moretz.
In the Superior Court of Watauga County before the Clerk, T. H. Taylor versus C. D. Taylor et al. Commissioner D. F. Barro will sell at public outcry on Monday February 5 1900 the Taylor Mills site on Mast’s Mill Creek with water rights and appurtenances for partition. One half cash day of sale, half due in six months with note and security. title retained until full payment. December 29 1899.
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