Tremendous dam project planned for Piedmont North Carolina
The Southern Power Company will award a massive impounding dam contract at Bridgewater to join the Catawba Linville rivers and Paddy Creek, creating a vast reservoir and a 26 000 horsepower hydro electric plant. Officials say the project, the largest in the region, aims to conserve mountain water and may shift future energy plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Power Company
Piedmont Carolina
Mammoth Corporation
Bridgewater
Linville
Catawba
Charlotte News
Stomach Trouble and Constipation Remedy Endorsed
An advertisement endorses Chamberlain’s tablets as a most satisfactory remedy for stomach troubles and constipation, quoting S M Murphy of Wellsburg New York. The note also contains a socioeconomics remark about poverty, education, and drink in a farmer’s publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S M Murphy
Wellsburg
N. Y
Dr. King's New Discovery for Colds and Grippe
Advertises Dr. King’s New Discovery as a ready made remedy for colds grippe and summer coughs. Claims to soothe the cough check the cold and help break up grippe with a laxative tar syrup option. Endorsed as tested and tried for over forty years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Earthquakes Rare in Australia Compared With Other Continents
A report notes that unlike Asia and the Americas, Australia experiences very few earthquakes. It suggests geological stability largely due to its interior crust and tectonic positioning, with rare tremors recorded over long periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
The Humble Tuber and Its Enduring Fame
The article defends the Irish potato against critics cited by a Memphis News Scimeter piece. It notes Russia banning vodka from its domains for health reasons and claims potatoes are linked to fewer diseases, while European idiocy concerns are tied to past French writings. It praises baked and jacket-on potatoes as a preferred diet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Europe
Memphis News Scimeter
Give Him a Chance to Buy Land for Tenants
A Columbus County News opinion urges counties to help tenants buy homes by selling land at low interest rates. The piece argues a strong landlord tenant bond benefits families and future generations, advocating a chance for youths to become self sufficient and avoid saying they never had a chance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus County News
How to Git Rid of a Cold
A reader from Hol dredge Nebraska describes curing a severe cough and cold with Foley's Honey and Tar. He credits the remedy for a speedy recovery and notes it soothes and heals. children especially love it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holdredge
Foley
M B
Blackburn
Opaque Eye Mask Aids Sleep In Daylight
An opaque mask for daytime sleep has been invented to cover the eyes and improve rest during daylight hours. The device blocks light and promotes quicker, deeper slumber for sleepers exposed to bright surroundings.
Forethought Saves Big Expenses in Family Travel
Readers learn that planning can prevent high costs with a quotation from O Caldwell Archer noting his family has used Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for years during extended visits. The anecdote highlights foresight in household management.
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Archer
Caldwell
Chamberlain
Estimate shows over eight million in NYC without church affiliations
A report estimates that more than 8,000,000 people in New York City lack church affiliations, highlighting a broad shift in religious engagement across the metropolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Making the Most of June Health Advice Ad
An advertisement urges readers to enjoy June by maintaining health, claiming kidney problems cause aches and stiffness. Foley Kidney Pills are promoted to wake kidneys active and banish misery, ending with a call to be well and strong by M. B. Blackburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
M. B. Blackburn
Unmarried Men More Likely to Break Law Study Finds
Statistics show unmarried men as lawbreakers outnumber married men by two to one, highlighting a notable gender and marital status gap in criminal behavior according to the report.
American Linoleum Boom Cuts Scotland Exports
American linoleum factories raise output reducing Scotland's exports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Cough Medicine Ad
An ad promotes Dr. Bell's Pine Tar Honey cough medicine mixed from pine tar aconite sugar hyoscyamus sas safras peppermint ipecac rhubarb mandrake capsicum turpentine ammonia honey glycerine and asserts quick relief. Available ready made in 25c bottles from druggists with the formula on the package. Henry Clay long served as Speaker of the U S House of Representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Bell
Henry Clay
House of Representatives
Missionary recounts India bowels remedy life saver
A missionary speaking at a Des Moines church described traveling to interior India where illness struck him. He carried Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy which he credits with saving his life. He urged its use as both prevention and cure for bowel complaints, noting availability everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
India
Chamberlain
Original Capitol at Washington Built of Wood and Copper
The original Capitol building in Washington was constructed with a wooden core and copper exterior, reflecting early architectural choices for the national landmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol
Washington
Cut Out Coupon for Foley Remedies
A vintage advertisement urges readers to mail a slip with 5 cents to Foley Co in Chicago Illinois for a trial package including Foley s Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic tablets. It promises relief for bronchial coughs colds and croup with a note of special comfort to stout persons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley & Co
Chicago
Ill
Foley
France Counts Per Diem War Cost At Thirty Cents Daily
A per diem wartime assessment estimates the cost to France at 30 cents for each inhabitant per day. The figure reflects ongoing military expenses and civilian disruption caused by the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Keep Your Skin Clear and Heal Thy Pills Ad
An advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a remedy for clear skin by keeping bowels active and regular. It claims to move bowels gently, stimulate the liver, cleanse the system, and purify the blood. A summer medicine priced at 25 cents is sold at druggists.
Land Tax Sale Notice for Blaine Aldridge Farm
Sale of land for taxes Fifteen acres more or less in Watauga township known as the Blaine Aldridge land for 1915 tax 2.50 adjoining Calvin Andrews H T Shook et al. Sale on September 4 1916. June 3 1916 W P Moody Sheriff.
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Watauga Township
Blaine Aldridge
Calvin Andrews
H. T. Shook
W. P. Moody
Indiana Man’s Experience Promises Kidney Pills Relief
Frank Mosley of More's Hill Indiana describes near constant side and back pains vanishing after the first Foley Kidney Pills dose with complete relief within 48 hours. The ad claims the pills make kidneys active and stop sleep disturbing bladder ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mosley
More’s Hill
Ind
Foley
Notice of Partition Suit and Mortgage Sale in Watauga NC
In Watauga Superior Court AA Greene and £ A Adams versus Walter Green Nelia Hodges Lethia Green Millard Green Dorris Green Charlie Green Willie Green Clayton Green and Millard Green general guardian. Defendants must appear July 6 1916 to answer petition for partition of real estate described in the petition. Mortgage sale notice: W O Green mortgage dated August 1914 due August 1915 to be sold August 7 1916 at public auction to satisfy debt interest and costs. Property in Beaver Dam township Watauga county NC contains about 15 acres. Att’y John H. Bingham signs June 28 1916.
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North Carolina
Watauga County
AA Greene
Adams
Walter Green
Nelia Hodges
Lethia Green
Millard Green
Dorris Green
Charlie Green
Willie Green
Clayton Green
Superior Court
Boone
W. O. Green
Preston Dishman
Register
Beaver Dam Township
State of North Carolina
Greens Corner
Komas Millsapps
Spencer Dish
John Mast
Clarence Mast
Inez Mast
Oscar Mast
Hattie Mast
Joe Mast
Jacob Mast
Nora Mast
Supee
Said
Notice of land sale in Watauga County 1916
In North Carolina Watauga County Superior Court notice states that A A Greene and E A Adams will sell at public auction on the first Monday in August 1916 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at Boone courthouse the lands described as 38 acres more or less in Boone township adjoining Chas Lewis E A Adams and others. Auction conducted by A A Green commissioner.
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North Carolina
Watauga County
A A Greene
Adams
Walter Greene
Nelia Hodges
Superior Court
Boone
Watauga
Boone Township
Chas. Lewis
E A Adams
Charles Lewis
Bradley
A. A. Green
Land Sale Offer Seeks Homes Near Linville River Area
W. Whiting’s 4200 acre tract in this county is subdivided into small parcels for sale to help buyers build homes. Land lies between Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain near Shulls Mills and Yovahlessee turnpike, near the Linville River railway. Purchasers may pay cash or finance over one to three years. a map is provided. Contact J. M. Lacy, General Superintendent Boone Fork Lumber Co, Shulls Mills, NC.
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W. Whiting
Mr. Whiting
Watauga
Blowing Rock
Grandfather Mountain
Shalls Mills
Yovahlessee Turnpike Road
Linville River
Shulls Mills
North Carolina
J. M. Lacy
Boone Fork Lumber Co
N. C
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Ghee Thatanga
Democrat
Alfred W. Dula
Bula
Martin Block
Lehoir
Dula
State of
Wataugaho
Jacob Potter
North Fork
Meat Camp Township
New River
Meat Camp Creek
Elk Knob Copper Company
Kay and
Potter
John Winebarger
Proffits
Barkers
Tatums
Pattersons
Browns
Snyders
Hortons
Abe Potters
John Mains
Potters
Elk Knob
H.J. Hardin
E. T
Indiana
John H. Bingham
Fletcher
Castoria Aalways
Virginia & Carolina Railway
Ar. Ly
Esa. M
Abingdon Watauga Barron Damascus
Taylor's Valley
Creek Junction
Green Cove
Tuckerdale
West
Jefferson Bowie
Elkland Nch
Konnarock B Ly
Konnarock
Anc
P.M. A
Thedford
Watauga Co. Bank
J.W. Bryan
Boone,n
R. D. Jennings
Exx
N.C
W. D. Farthing
C.S
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