Massachusetts Win and New York Defeat in Elections
The piece contrasts Republican pride over Massachusetts voting a Republican governor with defeats in New York and Maryland while noting historic patterns in Massachusetts and Philadelphia. It argues Republicans overplayed a victory and warns against overconfidence as women’s suffrage campaigns begin and prohibition losses loom in Ohio.
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Winston-Salem Journal
Massachusetts
Stae
Barnes
Root
New York
Empire State
Moses
Promise
Maryland
Kentucky
Philadelphia
Ohio
Grandfather Orphan Home Needs Mountain Help
Thanksgiving Day appeal from Banner Elk favors support for the Grandfather Orphan Home opened in 1914 by J. W. Holcomb and wife. Sixteen orphans with a teacher occupy the eight room farm setup expanded with modern amenities. Seven of the sixteen are funded by individuals. others rely on mountain county contributions. Officials urge mountain communities to donate, noting applications from seven children in three places were refused due to lack of space and funds. EDGAR TUFTS.
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Banner Elk
Grandfather Orphan Home
J. W. Holcomb
Holcomb
Elk Valley
J. W. Holcowb
N.C
Indigestion remedy tips and Ohio dry election hint
The text warns against pepsin containing preparations for indigestion and promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a tonic to aid natural stomach function. It notes the year’s election result with a slim margin and asserts that Ohio prohibitionists show another election will push Ohio into the dry column.
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Ohio
Miss Creelman Urges Betterment For Blowing Rock Youth
An open letter from Azate Creelman Blowing Rock North Carolina rebukes a local correspondent for reporting on late night youth behavior. She argues dancing customs differ by era but urges young people pursue clubs schools and social service groups to build character and avoid a bad public image.
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Mr. Enstor
Anxate Creelman
Blowing Rock
N.C
Phrase of ink and quill echoes Shakespearean flair
A playful fragment emphasizes abundant ink and a goose quill, invoking Shakespearean tone. The line hints at literary boast and the enduring craft of writing across ages, aligning wit and performance with classic rhetoric.
Mountain farmers face wagon road delays to market
The North Wilkesboro Hustler recounts a farmer hauling cabbages from Ashe County to North Wilkesboro, noting 20 miles of rough mountain roads. The piece cites politics as delaying rail expansion, highlights mountain counties isolation, and claims growing legislative interest in rail projects and mountain welfare.
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Charlotte Observer
the Observer
North Wilkesboro
Ash
Ashe
Blue Ridge
North
Carlina
Therorn
Faust
Dr King’s New Discovery Cures Stopping Coughs
A vintage advertisement claims Dr King’s New Discovery stops coughing spells for both youth and old. It touts relief for pneumonia and lung troubles, including grippe tendencies, promising money back if it fails. Available in 50 cents and one dollar sizes.
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Dr. King
Weight and conscience weighed in lines of Lowell
A reflective quotation notes life as a constant scale, reminding readers how a person’s true weight is measured by inner truth rather than outward measures. The line emphasizes intangible worth over physical mass.
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Lowell
When Baby Has the Croup
A mother awakens to a child struggling for breath and is advised to give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy every ten minutes until vomiting occurs. The text claims quick relief and stable morning health, noting long standing use and wide availability.
Resolutions of Respect for Sarah E Teague
The sketch honors Sarah Emaline Teague born March 27 1852 in Yancey County died March 29 1915. Daughter of John and Sallie Brinkley she married M A Teague November 17 1867 and they had eight children six living. She joined Brushy Fork church and stayed till death. The church mourns the loss, the husband his companion and the children a mother. A copy will be spread on church records and sent to the Watauga Democrat for publication.
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Sarah Emaline Teague
Yancey County
John
Sallie Brinkley
M. A. Teague
Brushy Fork
Our Jitney Offer and Foley Remedies Ad Promotion
An advertisement lists names B A Foster E C Hopaks and W W Grean as committee members inviting readers to mail a slip with five cents to Foley Co Chicago. It promises a trial package including Foley Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets via Mr Blackburn Learn. The copy ends with a religious admonition attributed to Sir John Cheke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley & Co
Chicago
Lou
Foley
Blackburn
Foley Cathartic Tablets Endorsement in Taylor Saga
A Wichita advertiser claims Foley Cathartic Tablets are delightful and cleansing, aiding digestion and liver function and relieving constipation and related symptoms. The testimonial attributed to G W Roberson cites frequent use and broad benefits, while a moral aside from M B Blackburn precedes the quotation.
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G W Roberson
Wichita
Alls
Vex
M.B. Blacburn
Sloan's Liniment Promises Quick Pain Relief
The advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a cure for neuralgia rheumatism lumbago neuritis toothache sprains bruises sore and stiff muscles promising instant relief as it penetrates to the sore spot. It sells 25c 50c and 1.00 bottles with the larger bottle claimed to be six times the 25c size.
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Sloan
Sloan’s
Insane Reasoning on False Premises Cited
A concise remark notes that the insane largely reason correctly yet operate from false premises, overlooking their errors while recognizing the logical missteps described by Edwards.
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Edwards
Veterinary Surgeon G H Hayes Announces Practice
I have completed my studies and diploma and am now prepared to practice Veterinary Surgery in all branches. I am the only veterinary surgeon in the county and can be reached at Vilas, N.R.F. Dr G H Hayes announces his professional services.
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Vilas
G. H. Hayes
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Miss Creelman
Watauga Democrat
B. A. Foster
E. C. Hopaks
W. W. Grean
Committee
Sir John Cheke
Taylor Saga
Saadi
Virginia & Carolina Railway
Abingdon
Wataugary
Barron
Damascus
West Jefferson
Bowie
R. H. Hardin, M. D
BOONE
N. C
Ler
E Btoi Winklers
Gale
G. M. Pearler
Bristol
Tenn
T. E. Bingham
Lawyer
F. A. Lia
Ly. Pd
Silas M. Greene
Manet
Watca Reamna
E. S. Coffey
Attorney AT Law
Boone, N. C
Lil
Nat. T. Dulaney
Fourth Street
Tenn,Va
Edmund Jones
Lenoir, N. C
Wateuga
T. &. Love
Pineola
Ove
Avery
F. A. Linney
F. Lovill
R. Lovill
Lovill
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