Political Debate on Suffrage and School Funding in North Carolina
The Watauga Democrat columns discuss the North Carolina legislature passing a permanent registration amendment aimed at safeguarding white voters, while Republicans and Populists largely oppose it. It also praises a $200,000 public school fund for four months of schooling and outlines the new judicial apportionment, with Watauga in the thirteenth district. The piece comments on national affairs, including Mr. Kinley, Teddy Roosevelt, and ongoing canal and tariff chatter, reflecting partisan viewpoints and provincial concerns.
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Cove Creek
Roy M. Brown
Davin P. Connelly
Hoy Taylor
Pardons Watauga Convict William Cable
Governor Aycock pardoned William Cable who was convicted in 1899 by Watauga county superior court of murder in the second degree and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary. The pardon followed the solicitor’s recommendation and a prison physician’s certificate. The report also notes discussion of a dog tax bill advancing in the Senate with 28 to 10 votes, intended to fund school funds in counties.
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William Cable
Watauga County
Senate
Hood’s Sarsaparilla Promoted as Health Restorer
Fragmentary ad copy urges readers to try Hood’s Sarsaparilla for renewed energy and vitality. The text echoes early 20th century tonality, promising health benefits and restored strength.
Jghsetog Sareeparila Lathe In Powerful Blood Save
A dramatic incident unfolds as a blood rescue occurs amid a tense scene. Key figures include Jghsetog and Boies, with Sareeparila connected to the event as onlookers observe the turning point.
Canning and Pernylling Qualities In Chustow’s Sarsaparina Quart
A fragmented note discusses canning and preserving qualities of Chustow s Sarsaparina Quart. The text references J eo wanens quick and contains unclear mentions of preparation steps and product naming, offering little concrete detail.
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Chustow
Congress session yields numerous bills with limited public laws
Congress adjourned after 197 days across two sessions. About 15,000 bills were introduced in the House, nearly 1,600 became law. Of these, 1,250 were private acts, mostly pension-related, while 345 addressed public interests.
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New Year Promises Savings on Jinsong Birch Oil
The note promises lower prices for every article, urging readers to bring produce for sale and stressing that birch oil offers the highest price at their store. It frames the New Year as a chance to save money on all items and invites trade.
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James R. Phillips
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