Watauza Democrat Article Mentions Rivers Proprietor
In a brief item from the Watauza Democrat a notice names Robert C. Rivers as the proprietor of a local business. The report provides scant context beyond the designation and place.
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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
2
Democratic State Ticket Names for North Carolina
The slate lists Governor Charles B Aycock and D Turner for Lt Governor, J Bryan Grimes as Secretary of State, B R Lacy as Treasurer, I F Dixon as Auditor, R D Gilmer as Attorney General, War regent titles, Samuel Paterson Caldwell for Commissioner of Agriculture, Henry B Varner for Commissioner of Labor and Printing, Franklin McNeill as Commission chairman, Samuel Rogers as Corporation Commissioner, W C Council for Judge in Tenth District, Dan Hugh McLean and Lee S Overman as electors at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Bryan Grimes
Pitt Blate
B. R. Lacy
Wake
Blate
I. F. Dixon
Clevelandtromer
Ropt. D. Gilmer
Hay
Combitestoner
Bamuel L. Patperson
Caldwell
Henry B. Varner
Davidson
Franklin McNeill
New Hanover
Denney Not a Negro Says Boone Editor
In a defiant reply to charges from the Jeffer son Patriot about a Watauga County delegate to the State Convention, the Boone editor defends J A Denney as a white, respectable citizen. He warns the Patriot to prove Denney’s race or face falsehood charges, denounces black alignment with Republicans, and ridicules the Patriot’s rhetoric as he closes with a jab about the convention crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson Patriot
Watauga County
Raleigh
J. A. Denney
Blieet
Watauga
A. Denney
Atsop
Boone
Watauga Superior Court
Denney
J. A Denny
Central
Carolina
Republican Party
North Carolina
Bud
Goebel Murder Evidence Sparks Kentucky Prosecution Debate
The record of evidence against the Republicans in Kentucky over Goebel’s murder appears startling though not presented for prosecution. It aims to block bail for an accused man, casting doubt on the strength of the case and shaping defense strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Goebel
Yellow Jacket pamphlet attacks Republicans in early US election era
A Democrat editor describes a pamphlet titled The Yellow Jacket as a low grade newspaper full of lies. He accuses Republicans of buying elections, backing trusts, opposing Cuban liberty, supporting imperialism, and profiting from tariffs while criticizing the administration and its allies. The piece portrays intense political blame and a call to public scrutiny before fall elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merheath
Yellow Jacket
Fay
Spencer’ Laws
Wilkes County
McKinley
Santiago
Hone
Philippines
South Africa
Porto Rico
United States
Sultan
Solu
England
New York Clings to Horse Cars Despite Progressive Talk
The city lingers with horse drawn streetcars while other large urban areas move to modern transit. Despite progressive rhetoric, New York remains unique in maintaining the old system, signaling resistance to rapid change in public transportation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cuban mail robber at large tests US policy
A trusted Cuban postal official was arrested for robbing the mails of less than 100,000. The essay questions whether US actions in Cuba and the Philippines will promote honesty or corruption and whether such efforts are worthwhile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
United States
Philippines
Farcical rebuke and tariff gripe on Porto Rico trade
The piece depicts Captain Chadwick’s reprimand for slander and compares it to Engan’s six year vacation on full pay, implying political retaliation. It argues that goods bonded to the United States for Porto Rico face a 115 percent tariff, harming shipments from Europe and benefiting trusts with excess protection beyond the Dingley rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chadwick
Sedler
Engan
Miles
United States
Porto Rico
Europe
Senator Morgan Seeks Canal Bill Report to Senate
The note suggests if Senator Morgan gets the Nicaraguan canal bill reported to the Senate he could force a vote revealing supporters and opponents. It hints that McKinley might be pressured to take a stand while Senator Hanna opposes any committee action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan
Senate
McKinley
Hanna
Colonel Davis Seeks Vice Presidency With Boer British Vote Argument
Colonel Webster Davis furnishes newspapers with a third person resume arguing he would win the Boer vote and McKinley the British vote, leading to a political stand off in the nomination discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster Davis
MrKinley
Bol adopts Miles tactic in Porto Rico campaign
Bol mirrors Miles tactic of continual flanking the Boers in Porto Rico, pressing them to yield. Miles faced no predecessor in Porto Rico to gauge the resistance any other attack might meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bol
Judge Lochren Denounces Porto Rico Status Opinion
The judge derides a ruling claiming Porto Rico is part of the United States as an appalling blow to the Administration. He predicts inaction from officials but states that the people will note the judiciary’s stance on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lochren
Porto Rico
United States
Announcement of a armor penetrating projectile debate
The fragment hints at a discovery about a weapon capable of penetrating Krupp armor and links this to Frick and Carnegie reaching an agreement quickly. It asks who remarked on the cohesive force of public plunder, suggesting a named figure connected to the discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frick
Carnegie
Little Enemy Within Us Cited as Impurity Source
In this reminder from nineteenth century prose, the speaker warns that small impurities in our blood fuel great anger. It endorses eradicating these flaws and aligns with medicinal rhetoric urging cleansing through a tonic like Hood's Sarsaparilla.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Saraaparilla
Towne Room Views on Presidential Convention Role
The Towne Room for View President notes Washington enthusiasm remains muted. The convention will choose its own standard bearer and not delegate. It suggests Dewey could still win the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dewey
Dr King's New Discovery Endorsed For Coughs And Lung Troubles
Testimony from witness T. L. Martin of Dixie describes nightly coughing until using Dr King's New Discovery. He praises it for throat and chest relief, claims it prevents and cures consumption, and notes 50c and 1 price with guaranteed results. Trial bottles free at Blackburn's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. L. Martin
Dixie, v
Dr. King
Blackburn’s
Missouri Congressman Faces Scrutiny Over Public Documents
A Missouri congressman draws criticism after revealing his private household papers as public documents, prompting debate over privacy and accountability in a public figures conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Woman Saved by Electric Bitters After Fatal Illness
Mrs J B Hunt of Lathe Ridge Wisconsin faced a grave stomach and yellow jaundice condition. Gallstones formed as she worsened but Electric Bitters restored her health, curing stomach liver and kidney issues. The ad touts the remedy as 50 cents with guarantee, sold by Blackburn. A separate note suggests General Otis plans to send another dispatch about ending the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. J. Bb. Hunt
Lathe Ridge
Wis
Blackburn
Medical potions and political notes in 19th century ad
An OCR fragment mentions Buckley’s Armen Salve for cuts and pain, cyelist’s chafing, and One Minute Cough Cure for croup with claims of immediate relief. It also cites political critique of Secretary Long and references Kodol dyspepsia cure praised by a patient, with underscored local vendors Coffey Bros Phillips & Son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckley
Cyelist
Core
Blackburn
Musser
Milheim
Coffey Bros, Phillips & Son
Dr King's New Life Pills Boosts Brain and Body
A 25 cent box promises stronger health and clearer thinking as a quick health aid. The copy mentions a United States officer inventing a shell that penetrates armor easily and critiques Republican prices for Blomestead Bethlehem works, all in a promotional fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bethlehem
G. W. Ronee Announces Candidacy For Sheriff
G W Ronee announces candidacy for sheriff of Watauga County under the Republican banner. He vows to serve earnestly and honestly, prioritizing the people's and county's interests. Public notice of a campaign letter from a local candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watauga County
Republican Party
G. W. Ronee
Notice of tax sale redemption in Wa tauga county North Carolina
A tax sale in Wa tauga county North Carolina on September 6 1899 by Sheriff W A Calaway led to purchases including one Blowing Rock property in Allen Jones name for 1898 taxes and fractional interests in several other town lots. Redemption period expires September 1900. purchaser A E Trexber to receive sheriff s deeds if not redeemed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watauga
North Carolina
W. A. Calaway
Said
Blowing Rock
Allen Jones
Hellen Wilson
J. A Ball
Lalso
A. J. Pearson
A. E* Trexber
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D. Turner
Iro
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BOWE
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Otis
Long
Congress
Hanne
Wlr
Wilkinson Albany
Coffy
Phillips & Soa
Aguinaldo
P Mencadis
Wien
Jiood
Dhore
Ae Wonderin
Eheumas Tien
Chamberlan
North Carolina College
George T. Winston
Weer Raveian
N.C
Castoornra
Roine
Pata
Yoora
Manner Elk
Notioe
J. N. Cornening &O
Banner Elk, N
Atand
I. N. Corprnina
Banner Elk
Lonce
K. F. Brvauam
Miller
Wilkesboro
Ipatent
Besser
Nur
Lorrey, Moretz, Nlc
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