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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1920
Page
2
The Watauga Democrat announces subscription rates and editorial details. Rates list one year for 1.00, six months 40 cents, three months 25 cents. Foreign advertising representation by The American Press Association. Thursday, July 29, 1920.
Mr H W Horton, always seeking new ventures, is in correspondence with J W Hollingsworth of Newton about forming a joint stock company with capital of 10000 to manufacture vinegar and canned vegetables and fruits near Boone. Horton invites interested parties to discuss stock and business potential.
The town's rapid growth creates a demand for lodging as two small hotels and private rooms are full. A resident urges local investors to fund larger hotel accommodations to attract summer tourists to Rich Mountain scenery near Boone, NC, noting a visitor praised the peak’s beauty and urging immediate action.
At a joint meeting of the Board of County Commissioners and the Good Roads Commission George M. Sudderth, cashier of the Peoples Bank and Trust Company, was appointed to succeed R M Brown. He will continue work on the Boone Trail Highway to Valle Crucis and Elkland until a state contract links the road to the Wilkes county line.
The candidate fits the role in every respect but carries heavy business responsibilities. He would need to adjust to maintain the high standard set by Mr. Brown during his administration.
A note to Republican voters in Watauga County from Sam Blaine Coffey states he is not seeking office but would accept a party nomination for the Legislature if the party deems it wise. He thanks the party for past and future support and signs respectfully.
The notice invites readers to a morning Methodist service titled Good Covetousness with the verse about coveting the best gifts. An evangelistic service follows in the evening. J R Walker signs the short announcement requesting prayer and attendance.
A pie supper will be held at the new Salem Methodist Church on lower Cove Creek Saturday evening August 7 at 8 o'clock to raise funds for finishing the church.
Property listing offers a ninety acre cleared Tennessee farm with a good house and barn and a spring on Roan's Creek near Butler. Seller, H M Wagner, is moving and offers a bargain price. another six room house with two acres in Butler is also available. Contact via note for immediate inquiry.
For sale is a Ford touring car in good condition. See A 1% Ham by Route 1 Boone North Carolina.
For sale a Ford touring car in good running condition. Ad dress P. QO box 47 Boone North Carolina.
A letter from J B Kelly of Graceville Florida urges use of Ziron Iron Tonic after illness. He reports his daughter’s appetite nerves and energy improved after two weeks, claiming Ziron benefits weak people. The ad touts Ziron as a reconstructive tonic from valued ingredients and offers a money back guarantee.
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