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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1901
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat reports Independence Day celebrations in North Carolina at a lone commemorative site the Gerhard Battlefield where a monument was unveiled. Governor Aycock and Victor Rowland F. Beasley delivered address praising heroism and independence.
A Ga drug dealer extols Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as superior to all others in treating stomach and bowel troubles. He notes it cured two severe cholera morbus cases in his family and has sold hundreds of bottles with quick, sure relief.
The South built about 1818 miles of railroad between January 1, 1901 and July 1, and more than two thirds of that total, 1 275 miles, were constructed in the South. The notes urge more lines to ensure railroad communication across the region. A claim about health remedies followed by an anecdote praises DeWitt’s Little Early Risers and Chamberlain’s Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.
An advertisement extols DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a remedy for skin troubles bites and chafing claiming fast healing. It warns against imitation and urges buyers to seek the genuine product from Morets & Farthing, Johnson and Buchanan while caricaturing moral failings.
Thousands have been restored to health by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy says the ad. It claims to relieve stubborn coughs and lung troubles where other treatments failed, restoring health and happiness with its proven benefits.
Rev JT W Vernon of Hartland Ga writes of healing a long standing rhinning sore on his leg after trying many remedies. He credits Electric Bitters and Backlen Arnica Salve with a swift cure. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a grand blood purifier for eruptions eczema boils and other skin troubles. Money back guarantee offered by the agent.
A Virginia editor recounts suffering a sprained ankle and relief after trying Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He attributes a complete cure to the balm and notes it is for sale by Blackburn.
An advertisement style fragment touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a scientifically developed remedy for indigestion and digestion of all foods. It mentions Dr King’s remedies for spring coughs, DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve for piles, Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets, and other products from Moretz and Farthing, Johnson and Buchanan, Blackburn druggist.
A historical note quotes a Cour ier saying not all courteous acts imply lending money or romantic intent. The remark reflects social commentary on misreading politeness as expectation within interpersonal relations. The fragment suggests a caution against assuming ulterior motives in everyday decency.
A historic ad text promotes Kilmer and Company kidney remedy Root. It urges readers to fill a bottle or common container with the product’s solution to test for kidney issues, touting cures and offering a free book by mail. The message targets men and promises dramatic health gains.
G H Duncan of Blowing Rock New York advertises a boot and shoe shop offering best grade laced boots shoes and leggings with prompt careful service and satisfaction guaranteed. Calls are welcomed at 410 01.
Mortgage sale announced under a 1899 deed by E M Gragg and wife Rachael to W V Calaway and wife for 400 dollars. On the first Monday in August 1901 at Watanga Superior Court the Boone courthouse door will offer for cash 414 acres more or less along Watanga River, in Calaway's line, with court costs.
In the Superior Court of Watauga County an execution directs sale Monday August 5 1901 at noon at the Boone court house to satisfy the judgment. Hugh Turnmire defendant owns 100 acres in North Fork Township adjoining land of B B Brown Horton heirs and others the land where he lives. Sale is to cover balance of lease money due.
The Hillsboro Observer editor, based in North Carolina, announces a one week suspension of publication to attend the State Press Association session. The editor notes this is the only way to take a vacation with a clear conscience.
A Manatawny, Pennsylvania resident, Mr. T. K. Hone man, credits One Minute Cure with quickly curing a severe lung cold after other remedies failed. The testimonial follows a winter illness description and ends with a hopeful note about striving for a better world beyond current troubles.
Column touts Dr King s New Discovery as a universal cure for coughs colds and chest illnesses claiming it cured thousands of consumption pneumonia and bronchitis victims in tests and offering large bottles for 50 cents and a free trial bottle with a money back guarantee by Black.
The article advises eating slowly and avoiding rich foods when digestion is weak from constipation. It suggests allowing six hours between meals and, if a fullness or weight around the stomach occurs after eating, taking Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to prevent heartburn.
A Texan resident reports ten years of indigestion relief after trying Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. After two bottles he feels renewed energy, claiming greater relief than from all previous medicines, with many testimonials cited by firm Moretz Farthing Johnson Buchanan and others.
L Correy of Moretz North Carolina advertises a fine lot of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and grape vines. Trees range three to six feet tall and are delivered from the nursery. Call or address for further particulars.
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