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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1916
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat notes a presidential candidate touring and delivering speeches while critics mock his appearance and charm. Poetic lines from Walt Mason in the News and Observer spark talk of idol worship and the peril of idealizing public figures.
Indigestion and bloating can signal clogged bowels and a sick headache. Take a Foley Cathartic Tablet this evening for relief by morning. M. B. Blackburn, former president of Mingae, sells his minority stock in Virginia-Carolina Railway to Norfolk & Western. the line from Abingdon to Todd is now owned by N&W.
An early 20th century health ad urges readers to enjoy June by staying in good health. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills claiming they restore kidney function and ease ache, rheumatism, lumbago, and stiffness, encouraging readers to feel well and strong.
A brief quotation reflects on the futility of erecting monuments and argues true memory endures only if people prove worthy through their lives. The line attributes the sentiment to Pliny.
The Concord Times notes advice from Kim Archer of Caldwell about Champlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a trusted household staple. The piece highlights that both presidential candidates are sons of preachers, remarking on preacher's sons in the community.
Read how C E Summers of Hol dredge Neb got rid of his cold and severe cough. He nearly slept poorly until using Foley's Honey and Tar as directed, which cured his cough and aided his speedy recovery. Foley's always soothes and heals. Children love it. Mr Blackburn.
Publication notes a sale of fifteen acres in Watauga township known as the Blaine Aldridge land for 1915 taxes. The sale is set for September 4, 1916, with adjoining lands belonging to Calvin Andrews and H. T. Shook. June 3, 1916. Sheriff W. P. Moody.
The Watauga County Bank at Boone North Carolina closes its June 16 1916 statement with resources totaling 233 828 06 and liabilities 233 528 06. Capital stock 17 000 00 plus surplus 16 000 00 and deposits 75 822 23. Loans and discounts 191 146 23. Bank officials certify accuracy and sign the document.
Sudden changes and shifting seasons cause colds and grippe, often turning into a chronic cough. Dr. King's New Discovery soothes the cough, checks the cold, and helps break up a grippe attack. Ready to use with no mixing, ask your druggist for a bottle. Tested and tried for over 40 years.
A terse quotation about striving beyond current identity urging displeasure with one's state and caution against seeking to attain what one lacks. It warns that contentment with self breeds stagnation and places one in a fixed condition.
An advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a summer medicine to keep bowels active and regular, cleanse the system, stimulate the liver, and purify the blood for a healthy complexion. It urges readers to buy the 25 cent remedy at their druggist.
A reflective aphorism attributed to Libanius notes that wealth and virtue do not appear instantly, suggesting character develops gradually rather than through abrupt fortune or luck.
Old advertisement urges readers to send five cents to Foley & Co. in Chicago with name and address to receive a trial package. The offer promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound for bronchial coughs colds and croup along with Foley Kidney Pills and cathartic tablets. Special comfort promising remedy for stout persons.
A aphoristic line hints that a man’s posture and focus toward the saloon indicate his stance against progress and success. It frames social behavior as a predictor of future fortunes.
S M Murphy of Wellsburg New York declares Chamberlain's tablets the most satisfactory remedy for stomach trouble and constipation he has sold in thirty four years of drug store service. Obtainable everywhere.
A Mrs C Riley of Lilian New York testifies after six months of use that Chamberlains Tablets relieve indigestion and bring pleasure. The ad notes the remedy is obtainable everywhere.
A concise, dated reflection urging immediate action and obedience rather than waiting for proof. The quote attributed to Froude emphasizes taking initiative without delay.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey cough medicine made from pine tar sugar hyoscyamus ipecac mandrake and other ingredients. It claims quick relief and soothing effect in a ready to drink 25 cent bottle available at druggists with the formula on the package. It ends with a Cervantes quote about living well.
In a Des Moines church talk a missionary from India recounted traveling into inland India where he fell ill with severe bowel distress. He carried Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy and attributes his survival to it. He says the remedy is used in India for prevention and cure of cholera and milder bowel complaints. Obtainable everywhere.
A quotient of wisdom from Dr. Samuel Johnson appears in a saying that a Scotch man may be formed young, suggesting early nurture shapes character and achievement. The remark reflects Johnson’s evaluative humor about temperament and education.
Rheumatic pain, muscle soreness, and stiffness ease quickly when Sloan's Liniment is applied to the sore spots. The ad cites rapid tingling relief and features a customer testimonial praising knee pain relief after one use. Available for 25 cents at drugstores.
In Watauga County Superior Court before Clerk AA Greene and EA Adams, Walter Green, Nelia Hodges, Lethia Green, Millard Green, Dorris Green, Charlie Green, Willie Green, Clayton Green, and Millard Green guardian of Lethia Green are summoned. The action prayers sale of real estate for partition. defendants must appear at Boone court clerk's office on July 6 1916 or demur. This 10th day of June 1916.
Mortgagee W O Green by Preston Dishman announces sale on first Monday in August 1916 for $1100 plus interest and costs. Property described as 115 acres in Beaver Dam township with bounds including Greens corner, Kama Millsapps line, Spencer Dishman line, Duke Glenn line, and Kamas Millsapps line. recorded in Book 8 deeds of mortgages, page 263 in Watauga County Register. Attorney John H Bingham signs for W C Greene.
In the Superior Court of Watauga County NC an order directs A A Greene and E A Adams to sell at public auction on the first Monday in August 1916 at Boone court house door between 10 am and 4 pm the lands described as lying in Boone township adjoining Charles Lewis E A Adams and others. The tract contains 38 acres more or less and runs along ridge and branch lines with specified bounds. A A GREEN Commissioner date July 6 1916.
A Kentucky woman reports relief from long term womanly troubles after using Cardus the tonic. She describes improved walking and daily work capacity. The letter urges others to try Cardus and consults Chattanooga Medicine Co for guidance and a home treatment book.
W. Whiting’s 4200 acre land tract in Watauga County is subdivided for sale as homes. Aimed at modest buyers, it offers cash down and one to three year terms. Land lies between Blowing Rock Grandfather Mountain and Shulls Mills Yonablessee turnpike, near Linville River railway. Maps and location details provided by J. M. Lacy Boone Fork Lumber Co Shulls Mills NC.
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