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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1907

Page

4

Watterson says president unlikely to seek third term

In the Watauga Democrat, Col Henry Watterson discusses a Washington Times interview. He cites a journalist source claiming the President would not accept the nomination if offered and warns a third term would disgrace him if true.

Col Henry Watterson Louisville Courier- Journal Washington Times Courier-Journal Watterson Washington Col. Watergon Charlotte Qbeerger

The Man Above the Platform and Bryan Candidacy

The Herald notes Bryan’s opinions spark Democratic objections to a presidential bid. It speculates on a hypothetical Bryan platform while praising his integrity leadership ambition and commitment to public good as key traits that rally supporters and influence voters.

William J. Bryan Bryan Roosevelt White House

Freaks in Nature and Ossified Herculaneum Man

Curious medical oddities are described from Berlin society and a U S captain who eats poisons. Herr Schwarz is ossified into a stonelike armored man who cannot move his jaw and must be fed by tube after long illness. Herr Stahl endures multiple fractures from minor impacts, despite being twenty four. Captain Vetrio, American, consumes verdigris ultramarine sulfur and borax with poisons, while authorities observe but do not join.

Herr Schwarz Europe Herr Schwerz Berlin Herr Stahl Stahl Vetrio Cleveland Plain Dealer

Prisoners Name Echoes Bible Tale In Mount Wanting Creek

Revenue officers seized Jim St John in Want ing Creek between Windy Gap and Spurgeon after a rough arrest night. A jail trip highlighted a remark about the Bible figure St John on the Isle of Patmos and a quip about kinship, reflecting local morals and frontier wit.

Wanting Creek Windy Gap Spurgeon Jim St. John St.John Isle of Patmos Wilkesboro Chronicle

Historic Raleigh to Piedmont rail service growth noted

The piece recalls 75 years ago Raleigh residents petitioned Congress for an extra stage to connect with the western part of North Carolina three times a week. It contrasts past mail and stage schedules with today’s four daily trains, highlighting improved regional communication. It also advertises Hollister's Rocky Mountain pea complexion product.

Piedmont Carolina Raleigh Congress West Willie. Haywood, Jr United States Willie P. Mangum Caroline

Don’t point out faults to a friend in urgency

When a friend asks for critique in a tense moment, avoid harsh fault finding to protect the friendship. Offer support or constructive advice later, ensuring the relationship remains strong while addressing issues respectfully.

A Man Who Knows Women and Big Men

A man who loves a woman often gains new sight of nature and love. The man who knows much about women admits little. True faith shows at home, not just in heart. A big man gathers followers, as little fellows cluster around him.

Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets Business Card Ad

Advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets claiming health benefits for constipation indigestion and various ailments. Mentions price 38 cents per box and states genuine made by Primareren Dave Cowraxy Maillsou Wis. Includes a later jab about marriage and financial insecurity.

Hollister Rocky Mountain fPivmaeren Maillsou Wis

A Very Useful Tree and Its Many Uses

A plant discussion outlines the carnahuba palm of Brazil and its diverse products from medicine to fuel and building materials. It notes edible starches, oils, fibers, and industrial uses, then shifts to social commentary on farming and wealth. It also mentions Holllister’s Rocky Mountain Tea and a medical anecdote about Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

Brazil Ita

Notice of sale in Elizabeth Gilliam estate case

In Watauga County North Carolina J L Hayes administrator of Elizabeth Gilliam deceased to G W Moody and others. By order of sale of the superior court clerk the commissioner will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash on the god day of June 1907 at 1 p.m. at the courthouse door in Boone the tract of land in Hoover township bounded by Hayes Blair Calloway and others.

North Carolina Watauga County J. L. Hayes Elizabeth Gilliam G. W. Moody Saraly Moody John Gilliam Jeff Gilliam Julia Gilliam J. H. Hayes Carrie Frank Gilliam Nancy Johnson Will Johnson Ames Johnson Louisa Johnson Geo. Johnson Snow McCarg David McCarg Minnie Wagner Superior Court Court House Boone Ny C Watuugg I Hoove Township Joseph H. Hayes Jas. Blair Calloway Eliz Qiltiam

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