Condition of Mire W. F. Wike at critical state
The Watauga Democrat reports Mire W. F. Wike remains critically ill with recovery deemed unlikely but hopeful. Sheriff M. B. Blackburn Calaway L A Michael and John L Council note the Republican convention in Wilkesboro meeting today. E Spencer is expected to be nominated.
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W. F. Wike
M.B. Blackburn
Sheriff Calaway
L A. Michael
John L
Wilkesboro
E. Spencer
Local Boon items detail politics and events
Local notes report dry hot weather and minor frost, real estate for sale, upcoming speeches in Boone including Aycock on the 25th, constitutional amendment talk, and Democratic conventions. Also noted are marriages, veteran reunions, local business ads, and a hemp of town news with a Caldwell and Watauga Turnpike dividend.
Card of Thanks From A J Toppings
A. J. Toppings thanks friends of Blowing Rock and others who visited his wife during illness. He expresses gratitude for kindness and sympathy and hopes for brighter days ahead.
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Blowing Rock
A. J. Toppings
Public Speaking in Watauga County May 25 1900
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chas B Aycock will address citizens of Watauga county at Boone on May 25 1900 Judge Spencer Bb Adama Republican candidate for governor has been invited and is expected to attend Let everybody attend as this will be a notable day in Watauga politics A brass band is engaged to furnish music for the occasion.
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Sutherland
Aycock
Boone
Adams
Chas. B. Aycock
Watauga County
Spencer Bb. Adama
Watanga
D. D. Dougherty
B. Dougherty
Boone N.C
Democratic senatorial convention for Ashe Alleghany Watauga
A Democratic convention for the 20th senatorial district counties Ashe Alleghany and Watauga is called to meet in Jefferson North on Monday June 4 1900 at 12 o'clock to nominate a candidate for the North Carolina Senate and handle other business this May 14 1900 signed by Reeves Correry Carson members executive committee 30th senatorial district
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Democratic Party
Ashe
Alleghany
Watauga
Jefferson N
Senate
North Carolina
B. E Reeves
Stock Law for Countywide Animal Control Suggested
A Watauga reader from Bamboo advocates a stock law requiring owners to restrain their livestock or seek neighbor consent when ranges overlap. The measure would end livestock roaming, prevent damages, promote peace, and reduce township fencing costs, with penalties for failure to corral or compensate.
Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills Claim Universal Cure
The ad asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla cures diseases caused by impure blood and claims countless testimonials as proof. It states Hood's Pills relieve indigestion and nausea and branding Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medicine money can buy.
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Hood
Populists eye strategy to upset vice presidential pick
The Populists consider pressuring the Democratic coalition to force their preferred vice presidential candidate, a plan described as key to defeating the current nominee. The tactic hinges on uniting anti establishment sentiment within the party and broadening the anti incumbent front.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Spring Health Boost
In quaint verse the ad touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as the cure for spring fatigue and listless feeling. It contrasts seasonal malaise with renewed vigor, asserting the tonic helps restore energy and daily drive.
Sixty Bays Only Bargains In Watauga Store Ad
Local retailers E P and J H Bingham announce sixty day sale in Amantha offering shoes 1 to 3 per pair groceries coffee sugar soda and other staples at reduced prices. Large dress goods stock including silks cashmeres and waterproof fabrics. Domestics and leather goods discounted with notable item prices and trades.
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Watauga
Arbuckle
Watch Maker J W Bryan Moves Shop to Green House
J W Bryan a watch maker and jeweler has moved from the hotel to the Green house beyond Blackburns store. He urges all in need of watch clock or sewing machine repairs to call on him. Mail work receives special attention and all work is guaranteed.
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J. W. Bryan
Green House
Blackburns
Notice of land sale in Boone under 1909 court decree
By decree of the Superior Court of Watauga county North Carolina approved May 12 1909 I will at the courthouse door in Boone sell to the highest bidder for cash a tract on Cove Creek adjoining N L Must 8.5 Mc Bride E F Bingham et al land allotted to Hillie Holselaw Hug gins in the division of BL Holaclin deed containing 22 acres more or less sale between 12 noon and 8 pm
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Superior Court
Watauga County
N.C
Court House
Boone
Holaclin, Dee T
Notice in North Carolina Superior Court case Zinns vs Bach
The case Zinns versus Bach and Alonys Bach is filed in the Watauga County Superior Court seeking enforcement of rights and property claims. Defendants must appear at the next term starting the fourth Monday after the first Monday in August 1900 at Boone Court House to answer the complaint.
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North Carolina Watauga Co
EK. F. Zinns
J. A. Zinns
Alice J. Zinns
Joseph Bach
B. J. Bach
Alonys Bach
Watauga County
Superior Court
Boone
N C
Y J. H. Bryanan
W. R. Levity
Notice of Tax Sale Purchases in Wa tauga County North Carolina
At a tax sale in Wa tauga County North Carolina on September 6, 1899 purchaser W H Calaway Shiff acquired several properties including a Blow ing Rock town lot in Joseph Chamberlain’s name for 1897 taxes, a Jesse Harris 1898 lot, a Jane Harris 1898 lot, a 45 acre A J Cowles tract in Boone township, a 50 acre Jonathan Adams tract, and a 100 acre Noah Webster tract in Blue Ridge township. Redemption expires September 6, 1900. if unredeemed, sheriff’s deeds will be issued. April 24, 1900. BE B Minver, Purchaser.
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Watauga
North Carolina
W. H. Calaway Shiff
Blowing Rock
Joseph Chamberlain
Jesse Harris
Jane Harris
A. J. Cowles
Boone Township
Brushy Fork
Cove Creek
Lalso
Jonathan Adams
Said
Noah Webster
Blue Ridge Township
BE. B. Minver
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