02 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1914
Page
1
A Washington Roosevelt era English language essay extols American citizenship and duties. It argues the true American emerges from hardship, condemns graft and foreign influence, and calls for action against poverty, child labor, and racial tensions to preserve a government by the people. Numerous local notices follow about events and figures.
A memorial tribute notes birth dates 1823 and 1881 for George W Watson and Kizzia Morphew, their 1849 marriage, thirteen children with two surviving, church memberships, and a long life of charity. It recalls deaths in 1898 and 1914, funeral at Mt Par an church, and verse by Wm M Lee.
A vintage ad touts Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment for eczema itch and skin eruptions. It claims first application soothes rough scaly skin and cites a Rock Island Illinois user noting nine years of relief. Sold for 50 cents at your druggist.
Mexico ranks third among old oil producing nations, with 24,200,000 carrels extracted in 1913, marking a notable share of world oil production and highlighting its growing industrial role.
An advertisement touts Hot Weratser Tonic and Health Builder as a cure for fatigue and nervousness, asserting it cleanses the stomach and liver, builds strength, with a testimonial from Mrs. James Duncan of Haynesville, Me. Bucklin's Arnica Salve is also promoted for cuts, with prices listed for the tonics.
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