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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1917
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat notes that flour prices have dropped and West produce sells low while Chicago wheat opens around two dollars a bushel. It argues supply and demand will keep ruling until wealthy speculators stop siphoning profits from farmers and consumers, calling measures against such manipulation necessary.
An old advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as fast relief for muscle strain stiffness and external pains. It claims deep penetration without rubbing and a clean liquid formula that won’t clog pores. Available at druggists for 25 cents.
Salt Lake City woman gains court order barring husband from disturbing her home chores. The note ends with a quip about food conservation and a Wilmington Star line.
An advertising notice promotes Dr Bell’s Pine-for-Honey cough syrup as a pleasant remedy for children with deep hacking coughs. It claims soothing pine flavor and relief of coughing with phlegm, urging readers to buy at local druggists and start treatment immediately.
Ancient quotations and a medicine advertisement promote Dr King's New Discovery for throat and bronchial issues. Claims include antiseptic action and quick relief for grippe bronchial affections. Ends with note that a bottle costs 50 cents at druggists.
Kodak films developed free at Green's Kopak Stopio in Boone North Carolina offers printing in 8 4 5 and 6 cents. Films of all sizes available for sale.
A pithy maxim attributed to Carlyle urges focus on present tasks rather than distant uncertainties. The quote underscores action over speculation and practical diligence in daily affairs.
An old style advertisement urges cheerfulness to boost happiness while claiming relief from constipation through Chamberlain's Tablets that also aid digestion. It also promotes Foley's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble with a customer claim from Bagdad Kentucky.
There seems to be more than the usual number of children suffering from tweasles whooping cough and other childrens diseases this spring. Do not neglect any cold for a child may weaken the system and invite serious illness. Foley's Honey and Tar relieves coughs colds and troup. Sold everywhere.
For sale 65 acre Elm Spring Farm in Carter County two miles east of Elizabethton Tennessee. Bottom land 40 acres highly productive, upland 25 acres good for pasture. Two building sets including an eight room house with modern comforts and a six room tenant house. Proximity to town, rail access, nearby historic sites, and potential as a dairy or truck farm. Price 11000 dollars with terms half cash, balance in one to two years.
Public sale to highest bidder at Boone court house door in Watauga County North Carolina on August 6 1917 for lands delinquent on 1916 taxes. Parcel list includes 20 acres owned by Wallace Aldridge 4.05 cost and many other tracts with owners such as M Andrews Calvin Andrews Byrd Coffey Calaway and more. Sheriff Moody notes remaining property will be advertised. Also includes bank ad urging savings and investments.
A short, observational note explains popularity can hinge on neighbors believing they share influence. The idea suggests social perception drives status, prompting people to cultivate friendly signals within their community.
John E Brown based in North Carolina offers prompt attention to legal matters with collections as a specialty. Office with Lovill and Lovill, attorney firm.
The First National Bank of Leesburg Virginia files a suit in Watauga County Superior Court on June 2 1917 for 592.32 plus interest from June 1 196, costs 6.65 and court costs. Returnable on the first Monday in September 1917. A warrant of attachment will be issued June 26 1917 against the defendant's property and returnable with the summons.
Mortgage sale under a 1915 deed will occur August 6 1917 at 11 a.m. at the Watauga County Courthouse doors. Lands described as Big Hill Iron Mine on Beech Creek, undivided one fourth part inherited from Mrs. Lou Levenstierns, linked to Gwyn Harper Manufacturing and assigned to J. A. Bush Jr. Located in Watauga County. reference deeds and boundary are in Book D page 280 and Book A page 107.
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