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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1926
Page
8
A health column explains Greek and Latin roots in medical terms. It clarifies endings such as itis meaning inflammation and algia meaning pain, giving examples like appendicitis bronchitis and neuritis. It discusses phobia and hydrophobia and notes that many endings are descriptive rather than diagnostic.
A tribute to the ideal wife and mother who selflessly supports her husband and children. The piece celebrates unwavering duty, domestic leadership, and quiet resilience as she guides the family through life’s battles and joys.
A Thomas E. Watson line lauds fearless resolve to locate a woman’s residence and identify where such a type may be found, triggering a nationwide hunt metaphor in this era paper’s clipping.
A speaker recalls a weary traveler who sought aid with humble plea. The narrator shares feeding, sheltering, and reviving the man, who in turn blesses the charity. Later, the traveler returns in prison, and the narrator’s mercy renews their own peace, even as the man faces a traitor’s doom. The poem centers on charity, sacrifice, and redemption through compassionate acts.
A narrator recalls a perilous test of loyalty where a friend asks for self sacrifice, the flesh resists but the free spirit endures. In a sudden revelation the stranger reveals himself as the Savior, naming the narrator and promising remembrance for faithful deeds.
The piece argues that modern industry blends workers with capitalists, creating an era where labor is nearly indistinguishable from capital ownership and management. It discusses shifting economic roles and the convergence of worker and capitalist power within U.S. industry.
A vintage ad urges saving with Bank of Blowing Rock to earn found money for desired jewelry. A legal notice follows announcing a public auction in Blowing Rock, NC on June 24, 1926 at 10 a.m. under a final district court decree.
A decree describes property conveyed by J. B. Glover and others to Mayview Manor Company, listing a 51 acre tract in Watauga County with detailed metes and bounds along Green Hill Road, Blowing Rock Development Company, and Rankin corners dated September 1924, with a second tract in adjoining Caldwell County. The description cites deeds on file in Book 32 pages 125 and 112 and names multiple owners and survey details from Cyrus C. Babb.
A detailed property conveyance describes a large Blowing Rock tract totaling 281 acres with line directions, corners, and landmarks. It notes an unexpired lease, various exemptions, water and sewer rights, and easements for Green Park Hotel, Mayview Manor, and utilities. The document references subdivision mappings and ongoing park donation conditions.
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