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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
4
Watauga Democrat notes urging war on flies as disease carriers and on mosquitoes breeding grounds to end malaria and chills. References to Progres sive Farmer essay by W. F Massey, old sayings, and public health calls. Mentions Bucklen’s Arnica Salve and historical anecdotes from editors and officials.
A description of a man noted for his steady good humor and calm temperament both during intense heat and in ordinary times, emphasizing his admirable character and composure.
The quote warns against assuming lightning cannot strike twice and notes the challenge of uplifting those down while seeking favor from those who caused the setback. It frames belief, resilience, and social dynamics in a concise, reflective line.
George F Banner sues Marie M Banner for absolute divorce in Watauga County Superior Court. Defendant must appear at the next term starting September in Boone North Carolina to answer or demur to the complaint. Set day July 1908. Tuoe Barauasy C 8 C
In Evergreen Landing at Peaks Island two large whales, one about a hundred feet and the other around 75 feet, were seen Monday by several onlookers. The steamer Pilgrim passed, causing the whales to swim away briefly, then return within view as they playfully slapped their tails in Portland harbor.
Ayscue of Ingleside North Carolina credits Dr Kings New Lift Pills with curing 15 years of chronic indigestion after spending over a hundred dollars. The ad notes a 25 cent price and a druggist guarantee. Also mentions Socialist movement attracting politicians and DeWitts Early Risers liver pills sold by Hodges.
Trinity Park School presents itself as a first class preparatory institution offering graduation certificates for southern college entrance. It boasts a faculty of ten, a seventy five acre campus, a library of thirty thousand volumes, a modern gymnasium, frequent lectures, moderate expenses, and seven years of outstanding success. Address H M North Headmaster Durham NC for catalogue and info.
Four departments at Trinity College include collegiate graduate engineering and law with extensive library facilities and well equipped science laboratories. A gymnasium with quality apparatus is provided and expenses are moderate with aid for worthy students. Address D W Newsom for catalogue and further information, Durham NC.
Practical education in agriculture engineering and textile fields with tuition 45 a year and board 16 a month. 120 scholarships offered. Examinations for admission at the college with seats on July 9. Address provided.
A series of pointed maxims critique selfish paths and social norms. The passages warn that wealth and religion should not be tied to deceit, double lives corrode the soul, and true guidance comes from inner honesty. Strong statements challenge marriage, gender roles, and personal virtue.
State records detail F G Harper locating and entering about 50 acres in Blue Ridge township along the Yadkin River. It traces a long chain of bearings and distances across the Richard Martin grant No 885 and adjacent tracts, noting boundaries with John Green and Elrod interests, and includes exception of 11% acres from grant boundaries. Entered June 18 1908 by H J Hardin as Entry Taker.
Administrator Jno T Wetton requests all creditors to present claims by June 11, 1909 or be barred. Debts owed to the estate should be paid promptly. Dated June 11, 1905 at Wilkes county North Carolina.
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