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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
4
Watauga Democrat comments on a confusing tongue twister about a sleeper and his sleeper, then notes editor John R. Webster’s Charleston trip marred by a pickpocket who stole $55 in cash from his hip pocket.
Edward Wheeler of Union Bottling Works in Erie Pa praises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after long illness and multiple doctors. He claims the remedy digests what you eat and helps stomach trouble, urging others to try it. The St Louis Republic quotes mixed health and political notes on South Africa and Boer surrender.
Mrs. A Geiger of Dunkerton Iowa reports many medicines failed for stomach trouble and constipation but Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets gave surprisingly good results. Sold by Blackburn.
The President spoke highly of North Carolina Governor Aycock, praising him in the highest terms and indicating the party’s delight. A correspondent noted that if Aycock aligned with the President’s politics he would be invited to join the Cabinet.
The Fayetteville Observer notes truckers expect to ship at least twenty thousand dollars worth of Torture from that place this season. Barrels fetch five to seven dollars in New York, creating opportunity for farmers in North Carolina well positioned to profit.
A collection of clipped proverbs and wry statements on fashion, duty, misfortune, promises, and social propriety. The lines explore nightly attire, political doubt, friendship, humility, and guard duties with a cautious tone.
A quoted remark notes that individuals claiming the greatest fanita often hold to heredity as a decisive factor. The statement implies a link between belief in heredity and prominence in fanita affairs, reflecting attitudes of the era.
An advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a pure vegetable remedy that cures constipation headaches dizziness jaundice malaria fever and ague and various liver and stomach troubles. It claims the pills are gentle with no griping and cost 25 cents at Blackburn's. It ends with a quoted saying about statesmanship versus politics.
An advertisement touts Ayer s Pills as liver pills for biliousness and digestion, noting they gently laxative and cure constipation. It blends product copy with a moral line about a skilled worker, praising candor, thoroughness, and the scrutiny of a master.
An old advertisement extols De Witt's Little Early Risers as remedies for biliousness constipation and stomach trouble with testimonials from M B Smith and T J Coffey. It also pitches Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a cure for lack of energy and poor appetite promising renewed vigor. Blackburn is listed as the seller.
A reader reports severe muscular rheumatism last fall and says after trying various cures Cham berlain s Pain Balm from the South Jersey man helped. Two applications improved and one bottle cured. Salem New Jersey resident Sallie Harris credits the remedy. For sale by M B Blackburn.
North Carolina leads in cotton mill construction and consumes 500000 bales of cotton yearly. About 50000 workers are employed in the industry. Within twelve miles of Henrietta, five mills are set to operate, supporting a large local population.
A tax sale was made by W H Calaway sheriff of Watauga county on July 1 1901 at the courthouse door Boone. A tract of 100 acres in Elk township listed as Morphew and Morphew for taxes 1900 and 1901 was purchased. Redemption expires July 1 1902 with no redemption forthcoming as the tax deed will be issued. This March 26 1902.
The administrator E F Lovuit notifies all creditors to present claims within 12 months from March 25 1902 or be barred. Debtors must pay promptly.
A 41 acre stock or grain farm with a four room cottage, barn, spring house, wood shed, young orchard and water, offered at a bargain. Located between L. W. Farthing and George’s Gap, the sender Apert Winebarger invites buyers to call at the home for prices and details.
Notice states the undersigned purchased several parcels at the courthouse door in Boone including a One town lot in Blowing Rock owned by James Chamberlain, 1900 taxes and costs listed for multiple parcels in Laurel Creek and Shawneehaw townships. Redemption expires July 1, 1902. if not redeemed deeds will be taken. March 25, 1902. Willie W. Miller agent.
A reflective message by Louis Anywood offers weather metaphors for daily mood. It contrasts rain and gloom with silver linings and sunshine, urging health, cheer, patience, and gratitude. It frames personal burdens as foreshadowed by the day’s weather and religious solace.
Lisbon Ta., Charles C Ellis recalls wading waist deep in icy water to repair a telegraph line. He suffered a terrible cold and cough that worsened daily. Doctors in Oakland Nebraska Sioux City and Omaha declared consumption, but after using Dr King s New Discovery he was wholly cured by six bottles. Positive guarantee for coughs col ds and all throat and lung troubles offered by Blackburn at 50 cents and 1.00.
A published quotation asserts that much of a man’s success stems from foolish talk being avoided and wise deeds guiding outcomes. It emphasizes practical conduct over verbal bravado in achieving life goals.
Boot and shoe shop notice by G H Duncan proprietor offering best grade laced boots shoes and loggins with prompt careful repair service and satisfaction guaranteed. Contact at 41001.
W L Correy of Moretz North Carolina advertises a selection of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and grapevines. He claims to offer prices comparable to other nurseries with delivery and sizes from three to six feet tall. Call or write for particulars.
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