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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1916
Page
2
Notice relates to R. C. Rivers proprietor of She Wlatauga Remorrat in Tuanspay dated July 27, 1916. Details are fragmentary but identify the individual and place and a specific date connected to the notice.
Miss Bertha Stanbury and Mr. William Lee Scott wed in a Boone parlor ceremony at nine o clock on Wednesday. Rev W A Stanbury officiated with family members in attendance, and the couple plans to reside in Jefferson North Carolina after September first.
An essayistic critique ridicules clergy for contradictory judgments placed on ministers by parishioners. It notes constant inconsistency in expectations whether sermon type, sociability, duties, marriage, salary, or politics. The author isolates a pattern of unfair labels aimed at preachers.
A quiet Boone wedding joined Alma Moretz and Grover Triplett at 8 p m last Friday at J M Moretz residence. Rev J H Farthing officiated. Only three invited guests attended before the couple left for Lenoir to begin their life together. Triplett, a respected Lenoir contractor, is praised for character and prospects while Alma, a Boone native and AT 8 graduate, is noted for teaching, music, and church service.
Dr Alfred W Dula of the North Carolina Optometric Society accuses J A Somers of practicing Optometry and Medicine without a state license. He claims Somers used a tax receipt as a license, cites telegrams from state officials stating Somers not registered, and says Somers will be indicted in Watauga and Avery counties.
The Boone and Blowing Rock Turnpike Co. owned by Dr McD and R C Little suffered heavy losses from the late freshet with bridges washed away and road damage. Most stock (245% shares) was bought by Boone citizens who elected John W Hodges president and J S Winkler secretary treasurer. Directors include Hodges, Winkler, Hodges reappointed as president. They plan to borrow $1000 to restart work and aim to have the road open within ten days to two weeks despite not being a money maker, as travel access is essential.
A Caldwell reader named W Archer advocates carrying Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy during extended visits. He notes his family has used the remedy for years and considers forethought a way to prevent big expenses. The testimonial highlights practicality and travel readiness.
In Watauga County Superior Court a commissioners sale is set for Sept 4 1916 at the courthouse in Boone. The tract in Leuvel Creek township joins Newton Banner and others and covers about 80 acres. Commissioners address and legal notice dated July 24 1916 by J C Mast.
A local ad offers a Regal automobile in fine condition recently rebuilt for cost of repairs or a swap for a Ford. Bargain priced, potential buyer may call or write. Terms if desired. Vehicle described as suitable as a truck. Addressed by F. A. Bingham in Amantha North Carolina.
A Boone reader ad highlights Doan's Kidney Pills with testimonials from M. Childers, a Lenoir farmer who claims four years of kidney trouble and backache were relieved. A later 1914 note again confirms no kidney trouble since using the medicine. Price 50 cents at dealers. ask for Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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