Confederate Reunion Sketch From Richmond
Jolly H. Bisauam of Richmond, Va recalls the Confederate veterans reunion after a vast gathering estimated at 75 000. He notes fraternal spirit among gray-clad veterans, lists local attendees from Ashe County and nearby, and praises Bartlett Bryan for his electric company post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Burron
Richmond
Messrs
J. W. Horton
T. A. Cable
E. J. Norris
W. W. Presnell
Dugger
J. C. Mast
Clip Farthing
Rosa Swift
Jennie Swith
Emma Farthing
Emma Norris
Mesers. Roby
Eastridge
Thos. Sutherland
Ashe County
Mr. Bartlett Bryan
Boone
Watauga
Sona
Rail road drive urged for Watanga county growth
T L Crisoner calls for urgent action to secure a railroad through Watanga county. He urges a sixty to fifty thousand dollar local subsidy and a mass meeting to gain right of way, forming a committee to press claims with railroad companies for a line to Boone or Mountain City Tennessee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Borror
Watauga County
Boone
Mountain City
Tenn
Watanga
T. L. Crisoner
Raleigh News and Observer Raleigh Edition Highlights History
The Raleigh News and Observer released a 96 page Raleigh Edition last Sunday, a near complete chronicle of the capital and the paper since its beginnings. The issue reflects the paper's popularity and long-standing success, with well wishes for continued prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh News and Observer
Raleigh
News
Cbenger
Richmond Confederates Reunion Praised For Calm Decorum
The Richmond reunion drew about 75,000 visitors with 25,000 older men. Despite liquor and some disorder, there was no violence or major crime. The edition notes the gathering showed Southern gentility and valor, praising Confederate figures and moral character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Observer
Richmond
Davis
Richmond News Leader
South
Bishop Gibson
Davia
St. Paul’s Church
Lee
King Arthur's Round Table
Sir Galahad
The Magic No 3 and Cedar Grove Letters
A letter from Geo H Parris of Cedar Grove Me claims Electric Bitters cured his liver and kidney troubles after other efforts failed. It notes three bottles completed the cure and promotes the remedy as best for stomach liver and kidney issues. Also reports Summer Term sees more women than men in attendance at the local school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. H. Parris
Cedar Grove
Local letters defend pace in Hagaman issue over Brushy Fork clues
A Hagaman NC correspondent is accused of error over Brushy Fork singing clues. J P Wikerson asserts non church members aid Sunny School and singing groups, defending Sunday School workers. Also notices reveal a 1907 Watauga Superior Court matter with summons against a defendant and an attachment warrant set for Boone in September 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epitor
Pace
Hagaman
Jj. P. Wikexson
N.C
North Carolina
Watshoga County
Superior Court
J. R. Reece
J. H. Latham
Thos. Bingham
Watauga County
Boone
Roe
Tuos. Brnousm C
Peculiar to Itself: Charlottenvill Votes Saloons Out
Charlottenvill Virginia votes to ban saloons by a strong 40 point majority. The town shows a pattern where whenever residents vote on saloons the result is a clear win against them across village town and city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlottenvill
Virginia
Watauga County Bank of Boone balance sheet 1907
The report lists assets totaling 41 084.51 and liabilities totaling 41 084.51 for Watauga County Bank, Boone, NC, as of May 18 1907. It shows loans 25 519.95, cash 6 ? and coin totals, deposits 26 347.54, and capital stock 10 000 with profits 1 047.47. The cashier J E S Coffey attests the statement as true, sworn June 12 1907 before J M May.
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Watauga County
Boone
N. C
North Carol
U.S
Ck’s
Cssesee
Secree
State of
North Carolina
J. E.S. Coffey
E. S. Coffey
N.L
W. C. Coffey
J.M. May
Register of Deeds
Jones Cotrell's Stand Promises Low Prices and Wide Stock
Public notice urges shoppers to visit Jones Cotrell at the R M Green old stand for shoes for men women and children, ladies dress goods, and groceries. The ad touts new stock, a $3 25 patent leather shoe, high buy offers for produce, and courteous service.
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Watauga Democrat
R.C. Rivers
Tomspay
Jolly H. Bisauam
Richmond, Va
Carstornrita
Siam
Agit
Leta
Southern
Wilkesboro
Yadkin River
Patterson
Marion
Greensboro
Newton Enterprise
Concord Tribune
Statesville
The
Tribune
Trinity College
Eugene Brooks
Monroe and
Goldsboro
State Department of Education
North Carolina Educational Journal
News and Observer
Castoria
Cette
Hood
Total
L, Jones Cotrell
J. H. Lathem
C. W. Sperry
County of
Jonathan
Rebecca Miller
Y. l
Hi. H. Gruen
Abvignie
Just
Shoun's Hardware CO
J. 4
Wilson
Harry Baiky
Mitchell County Bank
Elk Park, Branch
A. D. Adair & McCarty Bros
London Staffel Hardware Company
Tennessee
N. B
Callon
Mountain City Furniture Co
Merchant and Trader’s Bank
J. Walter Wrient
W. P. Dun Gan
Rambo
Casmer
J. K
J.C. Buler
B. R. Brrown
J. G. Butler
T. H. Sutherland
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