North Carolina constitutional amendment debated in Watauga region
The week featured heated discussions for and against the constitutional amendment with speeches by Capt Lovill Newland J F Spambour and others. Att y Davis of Jefferson argued against the amendment while hinting at support in private, and Hon W H Bower spoke for its adoption. The Democratic Convention in Hickory set delegates for a county slate and nominated Jos W S Pearson for State Auditor, with Councill finally securing the Superior Court Judge nomination after cross-county support.
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Catawba County
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Burke County
Delegates Named for North Carolina State Convention April 1900 Raleigh
A roster lists J. C. Horton E. Coffey H. Coffey Bb. F. Lovill G. H. Borstin J. G. Fletcher jr R. Coffey G. R. Long C. A. Church T. H. Taylor J. Parker 4. B. Clarke Z. B. Buchanan T P Adams N L Mast J. H. Bingham J. M. Moretz T. L. Critcher J. A. Kenny 4. G. Hodges W. L. Hendrix C. A Grobb G. Greene C. P. Todd J. Ray HOA Davis I. L Moretz J. M. South R. A. Thomas J. W. Vorton Smith Hugaman W. S. Farthing Adan Greene H. H. Farthing James R. Phillips D. C. Mast Doncer Greer Thomas Jr. Cook David L. Lewis G. W. Brown Roby Greene R K. L. Lowe L. D. Lowe J. Seen T. L. C Sutpbin J Walters J. B.
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Raleigh
J.C. Horton
E. Coffey
H. Coffey
Bb. F. Lovill
G. H. Borstin
J. G. Fletcher Jr
R. Coffey
G.R. Long
A. Church
T.H. Taylor
C. J. Parker
B. Clarke
Z. B. Buchanan
T P.,adams
N L Mast
Banner Elk Letter Reflects Republican Support for Amendment
Editor discusses conversations with leading Republicans in Banner Elk about voting for a constitutional amendment. He notes mixed views, cites a former Whig who might oppose, and portrays a hopeful trend as white elements from parties unite against perceived racial politics. The piece includes sharp critiques of intra party figures.
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America
Alpicans
Republican
Newton
E. Blacker Spencerburn
Dyspepsia Relief Product Mentioned in Fragment Note
An OCR fragment references a dyspepsia remedy with phrases like immediate relief and “dyspeptic's best friend,” mentioning Hartgerink and Overixel Michigan. It also includes garbled text about digestion and a Cotter? coffey vros and Phillips & 1.
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Hartgerink
Overixel
Mich
Poctie Coffey
Phillips & 1
Letter to McKinley Advocates Racialized Philippine Policy
J W Topp of Jefferson writes to President McKinley suggesting radical policy changes in the Philippines. He proposes arming white soldiers and Filipinos with improvised weapons, replacing troops with “niggers,” and pursuing forced assimilation as the benevolent approach. The public letter, dated March 24, critiques colonial governance and racial attitudes of the era.
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Buck
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Jefferson, March
Married March 14 1900 at Rev Billings home
A wedding at the bride Annis Billings and groom Alis Bradley occurred March 14 1900. After the ceremony at WW Holselaw J.P. officiated they traveled to George's Gap to celebrate with friends, music, and hearty congratulations.
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I. H. Billings
Holselaw
J.P
Annis Billings
Alis Bradley
George's Gap
Supreme Court views Texas trusts as manageable
The Supreme Court considers Texas can manage the trusts without difficulty, while Republicans argue the United States cannot do so without constitutional amendment, delaying real consideration of the issue until after the coming election.
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Supreme Court
Texas
United States
Actions of the Just Snel Sweet in Historic Tone
Fragmentary OCR text describes toneless phrases about life fragrance and impurity, mentions blood enrichment and appetite, and touts remedies like Foot’s Fills and Sarsa. It references Mrs He Le Toward and Fr. a day with unclear context and several garbled terms.
Mark Hanna Opposes Tim Woodruff as Vice Presidential Nominee
The Courier reports Mark Hanna remains unalterably opposed to Tim Woodruff as a vice presidential nominee. Hanna is described as an agent plenipotentiary for trusts. The piece critiques Hanna as aligned with powerful interests and questions Woodruff’s suitability.
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Tim Woodruff
Tim
Mr Hanson
Courier
Chamberlains Pain Basin Promises Free Trial Relief
If troubled with rheumatism, Chamberlains Pain Basin is offered as a free trial remedy. One application allegedly relieves pain and cures sprains, bruises, cuts, burns, frost bites, quinsey, and swellings. Each bottle is sold with a stated price and warranty, advertised by dealers.
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Chamberlai
De Witts Witch Hazel Salve Ad by Coffey Bros
An old advertisement extols De Witt s Witch Hazel Salve as a certain cure for piles and skin diseases. It warns against worthless imitations and is signed B Webb for Coffey Bros Phillips & Son.
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Coffey Bros
Phillips & Son
Wilkesboro Marble Works案 Webb and Miler Prop
Wilkesboro Marble Works Webb and Miler Proprietors operate a stone shop offering granite and marble monuments for memorials.
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Wilkesboro Marble Works
Webb & Miler
North Carolina land sale under 1900 court decree
L A Greene commissioner will sell at public auction on April 10 1900 the lands of B F Togman not covered by widow's dower adjacent to Welfare n Woodring John Norns Wm Biller and L D Cole. Sale on six months credit with 15 percent due day of sale. Title withheld until payment complete. L A Greene commissioner Lov ie Fletcher attorneys.
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North Carolina
Watauga Co
L. A. Greeve
BLE
Toeman
Deed
Moody
Nannie
Miller
Minnie
J. L. Togman
Superior Court
Said County
Said
B. F. Tagman
Woodring
John Norns
Wm. Biller
L. D. Cole
L. A. Greene
Lovie & Fletcher, Atty’s
Notice in Superior Court of Watauga County
The defendant A L Simson T R Sherrill is notified that a summons issued March 15 1900 in a case for 784 dollars due on a due bill and open account is returnable at the Spring Term 1900 convening March 26. A writ of attachment was issued the same date against defendant's property. defendant must appear and answer or demur or relief will be granted. Dated March 15 1900. Joan H Uincuam C.S.C.
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North Carolina
Watauga Co
A.L. Simson
T. R. Sherrill
Superior Court
Watauga County
N.C
Watanga County
Watange County
Joan H. Uincuam
Fine Nursery Fruit and Vines for Sale in North Carolina
W. L. Correy of Moretz, North Carolina offers a fine assortment of fruit trees including apples peaches pears and plums and a selection of grape vines. Trees delivered from three to six feet tall priced competitively with other nurseries. Further particulars via contact at Moretz NC.
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W. L. Correy
Moretz
N.C
Trinity College Opens Forty Fifth Year In North Carolina
Trinity College starts its forty fifth year on September six with the largest endowment in the state and a complete gymnasium. Board from 6.50 to 10.00 monthly. loan scholarships for worthy youths. Young women admitted to all classes. Catalogue available from President Kilgo Dunnam N C.
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