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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1916
Page
4
A fragment from Walt Mason in The News and Observer ponders a harsh world and personal troubles. He likens life to a frosty mire while noting small comforts like a trip to the drug store for relief. The piece reads as a reflective, satirical verse about daily worries and happiness.
Pills claim to stimulate liver function and bowel movement with no gripe or nausea. Sugar coating hides bitter taste and improves well being. Sold at druggists as Dr Kings New Life Pink with claims of better feeling.
The report notes Ceylon yields nearly every known stone type, with exceptions including dia- Mees and cavialde, while opus wud tur and quoises are also mentioned among rare omissions in the mineral inventory.
All schools of medicine agree that keeping bowels open and regular is essential for health. Foley Cathartic Tablets cleanse the bowels without griping or nausea, banish bloating, sweeten the stomach, and invigorate the liver, endorsed by M. B. Biockburn.
The piece discusses two widely held beliefs about religion in schooling. It notes public resistance to introducing religion in schools while acknowledging a desire to provide religious education. It questions how to balance church and state in youth education without harming national welfare.
An old testimonial notes Sloan's Liniment relieves pain from exertion and sore spots after cleaning, promising restful sleep and quick comfort. Purchasable for 25 cents per bottle and recommended for neuralgia and general soreness.
A Detroit man drank before driving and struck down a pedestrian, was convicted of murder, and sentenced to 15 years in the penitentiary. The report notes that intoxication no longer excuses crime, especially when a vehicle is involved.
The note suggests that indigestion disrupts sleep and recommends light supper without milk, avoiding heavy meats, and taking Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to improve rest. The guidance emphasizes simple home remedies and asserts availability of the tablets.
London uses electricity from about 30 companies, delivering current at voltages from 110 to 240, reflecting a diverse and monitoring supply network in the capital.
A clipped advertisement invites readers to mail a slip to Foley & Co in Chicago to receive a trial package including Foley's Honey and Tar Compound and other remedies. The note cites MB Blackburn and mentions railway miles in the United Kingdom with 10,306 single-line routes.
Mongels scarlet fever and whooping cough are prevalent among school children in many cities. A common cold should never be neglected as it weakens the system so it cannot throw off more serious diseases. Foley Honey and Tar is pleasant to take, acts quickly, containing no opiate. Mr Blackburn.
Efforts push to produce textiles from the strong fiber of silk grass found wild across Honduras. Researchers and local makers seek to develop usable fabrics leveraging this native plant resource for apparel and industry.
A vintage drugstore ad promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a cold remedy. It touts its quick cough relief, throat soothing effects, suitability for all ages, and a formula on every bottle. Sold for 25 cents by druggists.
Russia heads global flax fibre production while Argentina dominates flax seed output. The brief notes Russia's lead in fibre and Argentina's top position in seed, reflecting regional strengths in crop markets.
Watchful parents warned about coughs colds and running noses in children. The ad touts Dr King s New Discovery a sweet tar syrup described as effective and easy to give with no mixing required. It claims quick relief and warns it guards against serious ailments from colds.
A concise note states that American canned salmon is favorably known throughout the world, highlighting its strong reputation and broad recognition in global markets.
An old OCR fragment mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally for the blood and mucous surfaces, with testimonials and a price of 75 cents per bottle. It also references a 15 year acquaintance with Cheney and a note about a nationwide commerce letterhead, plus a request for a refund of a dubious deal.
A Georgia storekeeper promotes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a tested remedy after a severe croup attack in Jefferson, with a family of ten affected including children aged eight and six. The piece urges keeping the product at home to avoid doctor bills.
Mrs Bettie Bullock of Catron Kentucky writes of four years of womanly troubles. A doctor’s treatment gave only brief relief until Cardus was tried. She reports walking two miles and doing all her work without fatigue. The letter endorses Cardus as a tonic for run down conditions. Support from local druggist urged.
German researchers report using wireless waves to light gas lamps and to extinguish them on demand. The experiment demonstrates rapid, non contact control of illumination across a laboratory setup. The results suggest potential for remote flame management in industrial contexts.
Is it safe to give to youngsters and does it work well for coughs croup and throat irritation Chamberlains Cough Remedy is praised for containing no opium or narcotics and for being pleasant to take making it suitable for both children and adults available widely.
A government expert states that with careful management there is enough timber to last 444 years in the United States. The same report notes scarlet fever kills about 9,000 people annually, with 82 percent of deaths in children under ten.
Arthur Doves of Arlen Kansas writes that at 52 he has long kidney and bladder troubles. He claims Kidney Pills bring more relief than anything tried, easing rheumatism back pains shooting pains irregular heart action and other symptoms.
An advertisement notes that when the bowels are obstructed by constipation poisonous matter is absorbed into the system causing dullness and poor digestion. It claims Chamberlain's Tablets quickly relieve this condition and are obtainable everywhere.
In Watauga County North Carolina the administrator R L Bivonam announces probate actions for A C Bowles deceased All persons with claims must file them by May 1 1917 or be barred from recovery Debts owed must be paid promptly This notice is dated April 97 1916 and signed by R L Bivonam Adm'r of A C Bowles dec'd
By deed of trust dated November 13 1915 George Vaughan and wife L E Vaughan secure named creditors I will sell at public auction at Boone court house May 22 1916 at 12 o clock to the highest bidder for cash The tract described in deed from John Ray and others to Joseph T Ray dated May 29 1905 recorded in deed book 3 page 502 containing 118 acres more or less known as Raylands April 17 1916 F A Linney Trustee
The sentence states a ratio from 1916 linking electric car production to gasoline cars, claiming 120 gasoline cars for each electric model. No identifiable persons or organizations are provided, and the claim lacks context or verifiable sources.
By request of the heirs of J. M. Brewer a public sale is held at the courthouse door in Boone New York on the first Monday in June 1916. The 76 acre tract lies in Shawneehaw Township along Dutch Creek and is the J. M. Brewer heirs land. Proceeds cover 1914 and 1915 taxes and costs of sale. May 3 1916. W P Moody Sheriff Watauga County.
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