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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1911
Page
4
The article recounts a Presa gathering near Boone with scant moonshine amidst Blue Ridge country, editors receiving a hearty nonchampagne picnic and butter milk treatment. It emphasizes civic virtues, a piece on doing valuable work for humanity, and includes ad-like notes urging Chamberlains Colic Remedy and timely potato blight spraying.
An old advertisement fragment promotes Foley’s Kidney Remedy for chronic kidney and bladder issues, Chamberlain’s Liniment for sprains, and Chamberlain’s Yoke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for early disease signs. It also notes sowing turnip seeds and urges diligence in farming tasks. A Wilmington Star quotation about silent men sparks amusement.
The Virginia-Carolina Chemical Company says it will build a plant at Wadesboro. Ten acres of land have been Rab for the porpose.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for quick relief during busy seasons. It urges taking a dose at the first sign of diarrhoea and notes availability from all dealers. The text also includes garbled filler and literary quotes.
The fragment presents a Davie Record style remark accusing a bent man of grave offenses such as robbing and editor of a year or two's subscription, plus other numerous small sins, though details are sparse and unclear.
AB Martin of Port Harrelson South Carolina recounts a near death from consumption and a dreadful cough. After unsuccessful treatment in Georgetown DC a friend recommended Dr King s New Discovery which cured him. The ad touts a one dollar trial bottle available at druggists.
Purporting to destroy disease germs found in air water dust and food Electric Bitters is hailed as grand protection for health and strength. It claims to curb chills fevers malaria and blood diseases with a money back guarantee from druggists.
A Salisbury Post report notes a proposed rule making it a crime to offer for sale within one mile of the city any visions of any description not properly screened to keep out fliers. The penalty is five dollars for violators and enforcement is urged.
President Taft hints at an amendment to the Pure Food and Drugs law in relation to prepared medicines but omits standard remedies Foley's Honey and Tar Compound and Foley Kidney Pills. Foley products have long been trusted for coughs colds throat chest and lung ailments in both children and adults.
The remark contrasts gossip sellers with eaters, noting that Jerry listens to gossip and suggesting a commentary on appetite and rumor, alluding to social dynamics without explicit individuals or events.
F S Becksford of New York Life Building Kansas City reports a severe cold settled in his back and kidneys, causing great pain. A friend recommended Foley Kidney Pills. after using two bottles he says they did him a world of good. Mr Blackburn,
The quote from Swift recalls ideals of kindness and illumination guiding moral conduct and public life. It frames sweetness and light as enduring virtues in discourse and culture.
A Washington Herald excerpt features a Lincoln girl praising Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for curing chronic constipation and stomach trouble in three days. The note ends with humorous lines about husbands ruled by wives and destiny’s litter, reflecting a satirical wartime tone.
Mrs E B Whiting of Akron Ohio reports kidney trouble with backaches dizziness and eye specks. She took Foley Kidney Pills as directed and felt relief quickly with reduced pain and headaches and improved vision, saying she is now a well woman.
A short poem by Rev H Stubengoll Alli son Ta praising Dr King's New Life Pills described as a health essential. The ad notes the pills cost 25 cents at all druggists and urges daily action for duty without pain. The message blends inspirational quotation with a product promotion and cites Mark Twain on habit formation.
Editors praise the Blowing Rock to Linville and Linville to Edgemont mountain roads. Twenty two miles plus seventeen miles cost about 2500 dollars per mile. The Blue Ridge route demonstrates what can be done with will and cooperative effort despite higher mountain construction costs.
Advertisement notes Chamberlains Golic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with castor oil as a speedy cure for summer diarrhoea in children. States it is for sale by all dealers.
A fragment notes a mistaken start by a boy, hinting at future traits or actions that verge toward relentless pursuit, with a cryptic suggestion of familial links and character development over time. The enigmatic line implies a cycle from impulsive beginnings to determined behavior.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co recalls oath sworn in Toledo Ohio in 1886 promising a reward of one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The statement notes the remedy works internally on blood and mucous surfaces and invites readers to send for testimonials. Also advertises Hall's Family Pills for constipation and lists Toledo as the business location.
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