Maryland Disfranchisement Law Sparks Editorial Critique
The Watauga Democrat recalls Maryland's literacy test law disenfranchising both Black and lesser educated white voters, notes Republicans largely unaffected, and blasts the move as politically motivated. It cites broader wartime and imperial criticisms, recent legal cases, and local civic concerns including education boards, a pending insane asylum, and a fire in Hickory.
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Maryland
North
Navoelina
Tax Views and Strong Stomachs Move Washington
Porto Ritane travel to Washington to discuss paying taxes. The piece likens a strong engine to a strong stomach and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia as aiding digestion, referencing Mor et al and Johnson and Buchanan.
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Porto Ritane
Washington
Moretz and Farthing
Johnson and Buchanan
Prohibition on Mailing Intoxicants Marks First Step
The article notes a new prohibition on sending intoxicants by mail, signaling a shift from prior permissibility. It frames the change as an early indicator of tighter controls, with implications for mail order and personal use.
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Maryland
Washington
New York Called Among World’s Best Governed Cities
An editorial note asserts New York, often criticised, is regarded by authorities as one of the best governed cities in the world amid broad comparisons and public debate.
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New York
Year 1901 trade signs promise savings for New Year
A brief editorial note from 1901 reflects on the departed year and its trade and traffic competition, promising readers savings on every article as the new year arrives. It frames 1901 with probabilities and possibilities while urging value for shoppers.
Bargain Merchandise Offered At Local Store
A healthful, bustling shop advertises stacks of goods at bargain prices. Dress goods attract attention for ladies while a broad array of groceries, canned items, jams, and herbs are promised in stock. The retailer seeks produce and bronze Galax leaves, bracketing a wide market for staples, roots, herbs, and birch oil.
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Fwe
Cove Creek Academy Offers Spring Term Education
The Super Rovers under Principal Miss Jonia Harpin and Miss Rosa Swift open the spring term Jan 1. 1901. The school emphasizes value of education, moderate tuition, and financial aid for deserving students. Board costs $5 to $6 monthly, with self-board options. Principal can be reached at Amantha, North Carolina.
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U.N
Jonia Harpin
Rosa Swift
Amantha
N. C
Martin Cottage Hotel Opens at Blowing Rock
The Martin Cottage at Blowing Rock reopens after refitting and refurnishing all departments. It offers good comfortable rooms and fare, with attentive care for transient boarders. Rates reasonable, owned by Mrs W P Pendley with proprietor S and F Webb.
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W. P. Pendley
S&f
Wilkshor Marble Works Promises Low Prices
Wilkshor Marble Works Webb and Miler propose granite and marble monuments and cemetery pieces done in best style at the lowest prices with satisfaction guaranteed.
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Wilkshor Marble Works
Webb & Miler
Trade Notice From R M Green At Old Post Office Building
A brief ad inviting customers to compare prices on staples and a line of toilet items. R M Green claims high market prices paid for country produce and asks readers to call when in town, located at the old post office building.
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Tam
R. M. Green
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