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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1917
Page
4
The Statesville Landmark notes Archibald Johnson urging steady resolve against Germany, doubting quick victory. It contrasts optimistic talk of spring defeat with gloom over progress and resources, urging preparedness for a multi year struggle despite belief in eventual success.
The proper food for one man may be all wrong for another. Those with weak stomachs should eat slowly and chew thoroughly, keep bowels regular, and take Chamberlain's Tablets to strengthen the stomach and move the bowels when constipated or dull after meals. They are easy to take and pleasant in effect.
Washington reports growing strength against Chang Haun as northern military leaders oppose his bid to restore monarchy. Minister Reinsch notes fielded opposition in China and a move toward republicanism despite upheaval. In Mexico El Universal’s pro allied drive seeds sentiment in northern regions favoring an entente alignment and breaking with Germany.
A note urges mothers to guard children against measles whooping cough and other diseases. It warns that even a common cold weakens the system and invites more serious illnesses, recommending Fouley’s Honey and Tar to relieve coughs colds and croup. Sold everywhere.
John E. Brown of Boone is listed with Lovill & Lovill offering prompt attention to all tatters of a legal nature and specializing in collections from an office in Boone North Carolina.
Bank of Valle Crucis in North Carolina reports its condition as of June 20, 1917. The statement begins with resources and lists assets, liabilities, and capital in balance sheet form. Details show balances in reserves and loans awaiting further itemization.
Public auction to collect unpaid taxes lists lands in Boone and surrounding areas, with property owners including Andrews, Calaway, Calaway, Earp, Green, Hagan, Harman, Honeycutt, Justice, Lowrance, Minton, Phipps, Story, Townsend, Wood and others. The notice, dated July 9 1917, details assessed values and amounts due with the sale set for August 1917 at the courthouse door.
A Mitchell Kentucky reader reports a kidney trouble case where Foley's Kidney Pills restored health. The letter from Bagdad praises the medicine for strengthening kidneys and relieving bladder issues and rheumatic pains. The Taylorsville Scout notes wheat harvest prospects are good in the county.
Sheriff P Moody presents a Kodak film offer with free developing prints in sizes 3 to 6 cents. Advertises Greeve's Kopak studio in Boone Indiana selling various film sizes.
An old Blowing Rock North Carolina advertisement touts money on hand when needed, urging customers to deposit at Conservative Savings Bank. It promotes simple and compound interest at 4 percent and encourages calling in today as time’s clock winds down.
North Carolina Watauga County. The First National Bank of Leesburg Leesburg Va Reeves. The defendant must answer an action filed June 26 1017 for 502.82 plus interest from June 1 196 and costs 6.05. The summons is returnable the first Monday in September 1817. A warrant of attachment will be issued June 28 1017 against the defendant's property.
By virtue of a mortgage deed dated November 13 1915 registered in Wataga County the Gwyn Harper Manufacturing Company assigns to J A Bush Jr and now notices a sale on August 6 1917 at the Court House door to satisfy 237.26 secured by land known as the Hig Hill Tron Mine on Beech Creek in Watauga County. The undivided one fourth share is described by reference to prior deeds including June 27 1803 and April 1 1880 with boundary details in Book D page 280.
A cheerful outlook is linked to happiness but difficult with constant worry. The piece promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for moving bowels improving appetite and digestion. It mentions inland sharks and summer troubles, then cites a bladder relief testimonial from WJ Fury of Suem, Missouri, praising Foley Kidney pills.
The Charlotte News notes that after July 1 the region will not return to normal business with express companies. The forecast highlights shifts in operations and potential impacts on delivery timelines.
An old advertisement urges residents to mail 5 cents to Foley & Co. in Chicago for a trial set including Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets. It also promotes home canning and safe waste disposal as essential for community success, noting products are sold everywhere.
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