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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1910
Page
3
The Watauga Democrat notes its mailing as Koone North Carolina second class matter. Subscriptions are one year for 1.00 six months for 50 and three months for 25. Advertising rates are available on request.
Miss Olu Pendley and Mr Herman Deal wed at Blowing Rock Presbyterian Church in a morning ceremony. Rev. Edgar Tufts officiated, then the couple shared a breakfast at Watang Inn before heading to Alexander County and finally Blowing Rock to begin married life.
A Democratic convention is called to meet in Boone on July 2, 1910 at 12 o'clock to select delegates to state, congressional, judicial and state senator conventions. Township primaries are set for June 25, 1910 at 3 p.m. to send delegates, with precinct meetings choosing a chairman and committeemen.
Reports of a giant white snake in Rousseau bottom excite Rowan readers while Wilkesboro Chronicle notes a larger public interest. Obituaries mark Edward J. Swartz’s Philadelphia death, and political talk spans Roosevelt luncheon, Durham Negroes funding, and Trinity College leadership changes.
A 1910 retail notice thanks customers for 1909 patronage and invites continued trade in 1910. The seller pledges value received for money and kind courteous treatment, emphasizing a single price policy for all customers.
A small ad offers Gro DeWitt & Brand Shoes praised for style and durability. The store also sells dry goods, notions, hats, and food items, promising savings and respectful service to customers and thanking patrons for past support.
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