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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1901
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat laments two powerful forces undermining private ownership and competition. A Washington Star colloquy warns that one side seeks state control of industry while the other would concentrate ownership in a few. The piece also notes youth fears of overreach and praises self-initiative and proactive workers.
A New York Press item cites varied old superstitions on drunkenness with animal metaphors like ape drunk and lion drunk. It adds a Landmark note that Cubans asking President McKinley about their government received blunt guidance to form their own state first, with diplomacy intact.
A mission worker recalls tears as she notes the girls’ conduct. She sighs Yet yesterday evening they set the table properly without placing doi lies under finger bowls.
A Manatawny Pennsylvania resident Mr T K Houseman reports a severe winter cold left him bedridden until his wife bought One Minute Rough Cure. He praises the speedy remedy as excellent for relief.
Text appears as a fragment referencing a powerful wrifier named Lown and an urging to use it. No clear event or entities beyond those terms. Summary reflects the limited readable content and uncertain specifics.
A local trial ends with a juror foreman declaring the defendant not guilty of intent to kill but paralyzing harm. The judge and courtroom audience react with applause as the verdict is announced. The piece contrasts with a Dorham Herald opinion on Republican strategy sidelining Black voters in the South, noting the impact on the Negro population.
Andrew Carnegie's final Homestead address extols labor capital and business ability as three equal legs of a balanced system. He warns that favoring one leg undermines the stool, noting all three are equally necessary for stability and success.
A brief quotation notes that snow, though cold, nourishes the earth and that afflictions, though grievous, refresh the soul of a Christian and bear spiritual fruit. This reflective line attributes resilience and growth to hardship through Mason's insight.
Advert appears to promote De Witt’s Little Early Risers as a purgative that removes impurities, cleanses the system, and puts bowels in regular operation. Mentions Moretz & Farthing and Buchanay & Johnenn in association.
An old advertisement fragment suggests taking a dose of Torsagitt when a lover is out of order or facing biliousness, sick headache, heart burn, or constipation. The text hints at a generic patent medicine claim without clear usage guidance or sourced authorities.
In a vivid ad style, Hood's Pills promise to regulate digestive organs and keep them bright and active. General Alger supports a reduced army and hints at drastic measures, suggesting leadership changes.
A jumble of patent medicine pitches touts Dr King’s New Life Pills and Chamberlaines Liver Tablets with claims of curing constipation headaches and liver issues amid political chatter about David B Hill not seeking the 1904 presidency. Advertisements praise DeWitts Little Early Risers and Moratz Farthing products while noting British income tax changes and spring cough dangers.
Administrator H H Farting announces qualification as administrator of Benjamin Hartley deceased. All persons with claims against the estate must present authenticated claims within 12 months from this date or be barred. Notice dated April 9, 1601.
Mortgagee A J Monerz offers at Dark Ridge North Carolina on May 16 1901 at 1 pm the sale of a steam saw mill and attached property to satisfy a $550 mortgage balance. Terms announced day of sale. Attorney J C Fuereure.
A suspicious tale describes Hin tame who avoided opening others mail by reading through sealed envelopes over a tea kettle. He supposedly copied letters and returned them in the same envelope, convincing post office staff the mail could not be his, aided by a five day return card.
An advertising excerpt touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a scientific breakthrough for digestion and relief from indigestion. A separate Alabama note reports Moretz Farthing Johnson and Buchanan voting to hold a Montgomery convention on May 21 to amend the constitution and disfranchise illiterate Black voters.
A reader from Somers Point New York says Thad suffered severely until using Pai ge DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. After one application, the ailment faded and the writer forgot about piles. The note warns against imitators Moretz Farthing Johnson Buchan.
Uncle Eben quips that advertising is natural law and hens instinctively lay eggs, crowing with every achievement. The playful line frames business as a chicken coop metaphor, noting hens' natural routine and the rhythmic call of success.
An old advertisement claims Puck Lin's Arica salve cures itching piles and other injuries or pains. It asserts thousands have been cured, guarantees cure, and notes price and availability from druggists.
A compact moral note urging readiness for promotion by fitting for the position and showing value to the employer, warning that many miss opportunities by focusing on Self rather than service. The text emphasizes preparation and contribution over immediate success or personal gain.
An East Durham advert features promotion of Johnston’s Sarsaparilla and Electric Bitters as remedies for overwork and nervous strain. The piece touts success stories of Congressman Champ Clark and general vitality boosts, with price and local distributor Blackbarn.
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