Hackett Named Democratic Candidate in Eighth District
The Statesville convention will nominate Richard N. Hackett of Wilkes for Congress in the eighth district. Hackett, a Wilkes lawyer and seasoned campaigner, has risen in Democratic ranks and is expected to serve as a faithful representative if elected. The piece notes party duties and critiques Republican actions, with commentary on Wall Street financing and a Mecklenburg Superior Court incident involving grand jurors and a late judge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statesville
R. N Hackett
Eighth
Richard N. Hackett
Wilkes
Hackett
Congress
Spencer Blackburn
Mecklenburg
Republicans Convene in Wilkesboro for District Nomination
The Republican congressional convention for the district is called to meet in Wilkesboro on the 27th instant. Hugh Montgomery Welborne of Ashe County emerges as a candidate to finish against Blackburn, turning the anticipated acclamation into a contested race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesboro
Blackburn
Hugh Montgomery Welborne
Ashe County
Mont
Pierce report on consular scandals missing in inquiry
The Pierce report on consular scandals is said to be missing and the Administration is blamed for wanting to suppress it as it reportedly paints a terrible tale on fold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Political jab mocks senators and Supreme Court rebearing plan
The piece ridicules Smoots seat safety until next winter and notes the Senate committee delaying actions until after elections. It mocks a Kansas senator and a rebearing request, highlighting partisan controversy and a cheeky view of political life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smoot
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Burton
Kansas
Supreme Court
Revelations on Embalmed Beef Held by Beef Trust
The text accuses Gen Miles and the Republican administration of concealing widespread contamination in beef supplied to soldiers. It claims the nation was fed embalmed beef and that officials knew of the issue for years without disclosure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Beef Trust
Republican politicians wilt like wild flowers in bland retreat
The piece blames machine Republicans for wavering in the political game as Walter Brown of Tennessee is cited as the latest sacrifice. Senator Morgan is quoted alleging Gen Wood raised the flag on Pines territory without authority, while the Administration aims to keep it down. It notes Republicans pushing through a large Sundry Civil bill, with districts they represent getting the lion’s share of river and harbor appropriations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Brown
Tennessee
Senator Morgan
Gen Wood
Pines
Beef Trust Brings Money For GOP Committee Fall Vote
The text questions how much money the beef trust has offered the Republican Congressional Committee for the coming fall, in light of Teddy Roosevelt's shifting stance. It asks whether the move represents coercive blackmail or a lawful government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Congressional Committee
Teddy
Local visits noted among families in Tracy and Boone
Misa Nora South visits relatives at Tracy. Mias Lucy Matheson of Tayloraville visits sister Mis A Linney in Boone. Mrs W L Bryan and Aliie Penley depart Tuesday for Gastonia to stay with Mrs Cora Woodburn, daughter of Mrs Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa
Nora South
Tracy
Mias
Lucy Matheson
Tayloraville
Mis
PF. A. Linney
Boone
W. L. Bryan
Mins
Aliie Penley
Muesday
Gastonia
Cora Woodburn
Bryan
Sketch of Candace Gilliam Civilian Saint and Matriarch
Candace Elisabeth Gilliam born 1805 to 1808 in Davidson County married Amos Gilliam and moved near the formation of Watauga County. A long timeBrushy Fork Baptist, she was esteemed as a loving mother and devout Christian. After 15 years of suffering she died May 8 1906, leaving a peaceful memory in her community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Candace Elisabeth Gilliam
Oliver
Davidson County
Amos Gilliam
Watauga County
Brushy Fork
Aga
Ana
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Stood the Test 25 Years
The ad proclaims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as iron and quinine in a tasteless form with no cure and no pay policy, highlighting its long standing presence of 25 years.
Republican Judicial Convention for 19th District Nomination
Secretary of the Republican Executive Committee calls a convention of Republicans in the 19th Judicial District to meet in Blowing Rock Watauga County on July 4 1996 at 2 pm to nominate a solicitor candidate and handle other business. Dated May 28 1906 J A Crisp secretary to committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
13Th Judicial District
North Carolina
Blowing Rock
Watauga County
J. A. Crisp
Sec
Democrats point with pride over rail rate legislation
The Democrats claim Republicans yielded to public opinion and adopted measures from Democratic platforms, while Mr. Crosatt questions whether Cassatt’s relatives in Pennsylvania railroad interests affect the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Restaives
Mr.Crosatt
Cassatt
Pennsylvania Railroad
Missouri Republicans Back National Administration at State Convention
Delegates at the Missouri State convention endorsed the national administration with emphasis on government officers and policy, signaling party unity and support for federal leadership. The event highlighted loyalty to the current administration and raised expectations for aligned governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine
A patent medicine short note promises to cure a cold in one day using Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. It notes a five cent price and a refund if the cure fails, with E W Grove’s signature on each box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Beef Combine Scandal Fuels Allegations of Statewide Decay
The fragment hints at a Beef Combine scandal signaling broader rot in the state. No concrete names or dates are provided, but the tone implies systemic issues and public concern over governance and ethics. Further details are needed to identify involved parties or locations.
CABTORIA Bears The Kind You Kav Aways Bought Signature
A fragmented political plea questions trust and pricing in a Republican context. The piece mocks claims of “trust-busting” and challenges readers to point to a trust that has cut prices, highlighting skepticism toward corporate pricing and brand familiarity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cabtoria
Wanted items for sale by M F Hopkins Elizabethton Tenn
Advertises cash payment for Bireh Oil pennyroyal Roots Herbe Green or Dry Hides or Wool. Respond to M F Hopkins of Elizabethton Tennessee with David Blusteen Brothers of Bristol for highest cash price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M F. Hopkins
Elizabethton
Tenn
David Blucstein
Notice of Auction On Brown Land In Watauga County
In Watauga County Superior Court a real estate levy will sell at the courthouse door on Monday June 18 1906 at 1 PM to satisfy a judgment of 6200 against J C Potter and K F Potter surety. The property is a 50 acre tract known as the Brown land between Ek knob and Snake mountain joining John Wineburzer Mack Walls John South and others. The sale is for E F Potter as surety and one defendant to satisfy the execution from the court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Watauga County
J. C
Potter
K. F. Potter
Superior Court of
Watauga
J Swill
Watauga Superior Court
Court House
E. F. Potter
J. C. J. Potter
Ek Knob
Snake Mountain
John Wineburzer
Mack
John South
Anid
Jous W
Hopars
Also Mentioned on This Page
Watauga Democrat
R. Rivers
Cannon
Eary Street
Wall Street
Scott
Eeiaten Sure
New York
Gos and
Beco
All Arman
Mer Candace B. Gilliam
Craddock
Terry
Guleipaph
Pat Prat
Alers
H.£. Miller
Browine Rock, NC
KH. Mmadson, D. B.s
Bala, N
London
Stoffel Hardware Company
Motmain City
Tennessop
Djidwan
Stoffel Hardware
Mountain City, Tenn
Mountain 11Y Clothing Company
Mountain City
Wilfer
M. B. Blackburn
Merchant and Trader’s Bank
J. Walter Wricat
W. P
Gan
RamBo
R. F. McCape
Res
J. Cashier
J. Walter Wricar
R. F. Wagbt
E. E. Butler
Donnelly
Wills
R. E. Donnelly
The
Mountain Cty Furniture Co
House Furnishig
Mountain City Furniture Company
Tunesia
Hulcher Bros. An
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!