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Newspaper

Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1905

Page

4

Catawbas Urged State Aid Over Indian Reservation Woes

Watauga Democrat reports on the Catawba Indians of 600 acres in York County near Fort Mill seeking increased state support or relocation to Indian Territory. Chief Jim Harris appeals to Governor Hayward, noting starvation risk, colonial and Civil War loyalties, and failed attempts at civilization. Also recounted are a gold nugget incident on the McCollum farm and a Union County mercantile proprietor L Medlin’s cash motto.

Charlotte Observer York County South Carolina Fort Mill Jim Harris Columbia Folka Besore Indian Territory Harriy Hayward Western East Union County L. Medlin Marshville

Cure a Cold in One Day Ad Claim

An old advertisement touts FOCURE A COLD IN ONE DAY using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims refunds from all druggists if it fails to cure and features E W Groves signature on each box, price 25 cents.

E.W. Grove

Milliner’s Display Spurs Costs as Fine Feathers Show

A milliner’s bill features a display of fine feathers that elevates the prices and appeal of hats. The article notes lavish plumes and stylish arrangements boosting sales and fashion buzz in the shop.

Woman Learns Husband’s Truth Only After Divorce

A woman discovers a man's true character only after she completes a divorce, revealing how insights about a spouse emerge through separation and legal finality.

Royal Flush May Linger On The Blushing Maid

A fragment hints at a poetic line about Cordelia and a royal flush possibly appearing on a face described as blush ing maid and then perhaps not. The snippet is ambiguous and appears to tease a literary image rather than report a clear event or person.

Cordelia

Death Penalty Imposed on Grand Duke Sergius Assassin

A capital sentence has been carried out for the killer of Grand Duke Sergius. The execution marks a severe culmination of the long trial, with authorities affirming the official verdict and the public awaiting any further procedural follow ups.

Grand Duke Sergius

Kite the Toy Brand Bougit Looks to Boost Market Share

A fragmented OCR reads as a business note about Kite the Te Kind You tine ton Bougit 2 with references to product line and potential growth. The readable elements suggest a branding or toy sector mention and possible sales emphasis. Entities include Kite and Bougit as named terms.

Sartori Kite iLike

Baptist sermon cites Wales revival altering attorney fees

The North Carolina Baptist cites a Wales revival leading a lawyer to resign as brewer's attorney earning $10,000 a year. The Biblical Recorder mentions lawyers who recently declined liquor related fees, one at $10,000 and another at $5,000, in North Carolina.

North Carolina Baptist Wales North Carolina

Blood Poison Cured by Arnica Salve, Belle Plaine Note

Belle Plaine Minnesota writer T E B Stearns reports a friend suffered a hand wound swelling toward blood poisoning. Bucklen's Arnica Salve drew out the poison and saved his life. Claims it is best for burns and sores and advertises Q5c at M. 1 Blackburn's. A sharp quip about a man meeting his wife's figure follows.

T. EB. Stearns Belle Plaine Minn Bucklen M. 1 Blackburn’s

North Carolina court notices heirs vs Rimer land claim

Notice of action in Watauga Superior Court to settle ownership of a Flk township land parcel once owned by Henry Rimer. Defendants named include Chanie Rimer and Alice Watson. terms set for June 1905 auction of two tracts with one third interest for petitioners. Commissioner and attorney listed.

North Carolina Watauga County Superior Court Chanie Rimer Vg Rildy Rimer Cloyd Rimer Annie Rimer Roxy Rimer Dixon Rimer Hattie Rimer Ida Watson Alice Watson Superior Court of Watauga Co Flk Township Henry Rimer Court House Boone U.S. C Rebecah A. Day J.J. Day Roby Day Thomas Day Nora Day Flossie Day Arthur Day Tessie Day Thos. L. Criteber J. W. Harrison Rebekah A. Day Jesse J. Day Kerley Mill W. B. Rogers Thos L. Criteher Com J.C. Fletekor

North Carolina land entry in Meat Camp Creek area

Notice records W H Miller locating and entering fifty acres in Meat Camp township on Meat Camp Creek near Rocky Ridge. Land adjoins the heirs of Austin Miller and other lands. Beginning at the northeast corner of the Miller 25 acre grant with courses following Naham Winebarger's line to include vacant land.

State of North Carolina Watauga County Said W. H. Miller Meat Camp Creek Meat Camp Township Rocky Ridge Austin Miller Naham Winebarger Mach 3 Igos WH. J Hanes Entity Poker

Stir Yourself Today This Morning Courier Journal

A call to action urges readers to stop wasting time and avoid delays. The piece warns that procrastination harms health mind and business and that inaction mirrors a retreat from the American spirit. It urges immediate self-improvement and productivity.

America Courier Journal

A Guaranteed Cure for Piles Promoted by Druggists

A Paro Ointment advertisement promises a cure for piles including itching bleeding and protruding forms. It offers a refund if failure occurs within 6 to 14 days and claims first application provides relief. Priced at 50 cents with postage paid by sending stamps to Paris Medicine Co St Louis MO.

Paris Medicine Co St. Louis

Man Hints at Increasing Wife's Spending Allowance

A man remarked he could provide his wife much more spending money if she did not spend it all for the household. The comment reflects domestic finance tensions and marital dynamics discussed in a local column.

Cleared for Action Pills Ad at M. B. Blackburn's

An advertisement promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a test of health showing bloom on cheeks bright eyes firm flesh buoyant mind. The line urges readers to try the medicine at M. B. Blackburn's for 25 cents.

Dr. King M. B. Blackburn

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