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Watauga Democrat in Boone, North Carolina
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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1898
Page
3
Local News from Boone Lenoir and nearby areas
Local items note Rev Nicholson and wife visiting Lenoir and Mrs Naomi Horton visiting Boone with health concerns. W F Sherwood announces western meat deals and wool procurement. Lawyers Councill and Coffey attend Mitchell court. Drummer Jenkins delayed by a crippled horse. Judge Greene returns home, school efforts urged by Prof Jones, and new shoe shop opening. A May snowstorm and civic notes on public square fencing, plant expansion, and local war volunteer attitudes are reported.
Wool Trade Promises in Watauga County Sale
Origin pledges to buy wool at the season’s top market and offers a full Elkin Woolen Mills line to trade for cloth yarns or blankets. The message asserts trusted goods and consistent satisfaction for buyers and makers in the county.
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Watauga County
Origen
Elkin
Elk Lodge Notice calls all members to May meeting
Notice from Wor shipful Master of Elk Lodge No 878 A F and A M urging every member to attend the next meeting on Saturday May 21st due to important business. W C L Huvcasr, Sec.
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Elk Lodge
W.C. L. Huvcasr
Rested or tired not due to exertion letters and elixir claim
An ad touts Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming fatigue stems from blood quality not exertion. It promises richer, purer blood to nourish organs and muscles, energy for summer, and urges readers to try the tonic. Also a political note mentions Spain and Cuba, urging subscription to the Democrat.
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Hood
Democratic county convention planned in Boone May 23 1898
A Democratic county convention is called to meet at the court house in Boone on Monday May 23 1898 to appoint delegates to the State convention in Raleigh on May 26 1898 and to the Judicial and Congressional conventions when called. Primaries in Watauga county townships are set for May 21 1898 to select delegates. All who support good government and the Chicago platform are invited to attend and participate. By E S Correy Chair Dem Ex Com for Watauga County.
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Court House
Boone
Raleigh
Watauga County
Chicago
Correy
A Narrow Escape and Manila News From 1898
Ada I Hart of Groton credits Dr King s New Discovery with curing consumption after a severe cold. Trial bottles are free at Blackburn s. Washington reports Commodore Dewey s victory at Manila, destroying 12 Spanish ships and about 200 killed. Manila under insurgent pressure, with no Dewey losses and minor damage to the Baltimore.
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Ada I. Hart
Groton
M. B
Blackburn
Washington
Comodore Dewey
Manila
Dewey
Com. Dewey
Sone
Baltimore
Home Rule debated in Raleigh amid wary opposition
A Raleigh newspaper contemplates The Home Rule, noting it appears against many targets and may represent the Pritchard-Populists. The piece hints at evolving aims, suspects it could become a pointed Republican misnomer, and promises further clarity as events unfold. Hood's Sarsaparilla ad copy and a bold cash sale pitch follow, touting bargains and a large stock of new fashions.
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Raleigh
Vilas shop ad lists varied low prices and requests
Will W. Holsclaw of Vilas North Carolina advertises bargains on clothing hardware dry goods and groceries with low prices for caps pints buckets and hats plus buy and sell offers for wheat rye corn eggs feathers beeswax and other farm goods. He signs I am Yours Anxious TO PLEASE.
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Will W. Holsclaw
War Spirit Rises in North Carolina Generals Lead Fight
North Carolina feels renewed war fervor as the President calls for 125000 troops. Across the nation volunteers reach 600000 offering service, while Spain misreads Southern support and rebels elevate morale with two generals promoted to major general. The nation remains united and prepared for war.
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North Carolina
United States
Old Spain
South
Spain
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Deep Blood Purification
Testimonial from J. J. Hounrpay of Williamston South Carolina describes long term poisoning and skin trouble cleared after using Hood's Sarsaparilla. He credits relief for catarrh dyspepsia nerves sleep and general health and praises it as a superior blood purifier. Available from all druggists priced at 1 dollar, six for five. Hood's Pills are advertised as a laxative tonic.
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Hood
J. J. Hounrpay
Williamston
South Carolina
Notable Promotions Stir Surprise in Civil War Era
Fitzhugh Lee and Joe Wheeler are named Major Generals and sworn in. Grants’ grandson Algernon Sartori to join Lee’s staff. The note shifts to a personal debt collection appeal dated February 24, 1898, urging timely settlements to avoid attorney involvement and preserve cordial relations.
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Fitzhugh Lee
Toe Wheeler
Gen. Grants
Algernon Sartori
Gen. Lee
Fitzhugh
Joe
Wheeler
Cuba
Local retailer touts ready made clothing and dry goods
A merchant promotes assorted stock including ready made clothing from three dollars, dry goods at low prices, Fruit of the Loom cloth at five cents per yard, and trimmed hats, shoes, hardware, and a baby store section with bold claims of top quality and unbeatable prices.
Taylor and Mast Thanking Friends and Customers Note
Taylor and Mast express gratitude to friends and customers with best wishes and a promise to provide more value for money than ever before. The message emphasizes appreciation and ongoing commitment to quality and service.
Bargains In Merchandise Offer Expanded For Customers
Bargains in merchandise attract the trading public as we announce that we are now better than ever prepared to offer extra bargains to customers and friends. The note signals enhanced value and continued effort to secure good deals for shoppers.
General Merchandise Ad Promises Low Prices on Goods
A storefront ad touts a broad general line, asserting honest selling, new stock, and popular prices. It invites customers to bring in goods to buy, promising fair purchase terms and low figures. The message emphasizes consistency between stated intents and actions.
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Baby Store
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