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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1902
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat discusses pensions for Confederate veterans and union pensions, noting appropriations and the political clash between parties. It cites figures on state contributions, cites Pritchard and Locke Craig, and mentions local notices and a factory water main incident in New York.
In his eastern trip Mr. Pritchard draws applause only from revenue doodlers and pop-suckers, with no sign of broad approval. November will test his support, as he is unlikely to carry any county spoke in. The News and Observer critiques his protectionist rhetoric.
Advertises stomach and liver tablets by M. B. Blackburn. Claims easy to take and pleasant in effect for sale locally.
The San Francisco Call quotes a local pledge that Americans are the most wasteful people as it laments forest lumber waste and urges Congress to pass the Park bill without turning it into a campaign issue, noting the ongoing practice in the region.
The remark notes Woien's clothing style always aims to display or rent out items, suggesting a dual purpose in appearance. It emphasizes the connection between wardrobe choices and the function of showcasing goods or services for hire.
The ad claims scrofula and other humors can be cured during childhood growth by Hood's Sarsaparilla. It asserts reliability and states the medicine is the best for all humors. It also offers tips on pursuing romance when a man lacks opportunities.
Henry L. Shattuck of Shellaburg Iowa was cured of a long stomach trouble after trying many remedies and physicians without relief. Four boxes of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets were effective and the product is offered for sale by M. Blackburn. It is easier to love some women than to tell them why you do.
An advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a one day cure for a cold with a no cure no pay offer. The copy hints at business instincts overcoming conscience in marketing.
A young man mocks a quiet Christian woman in a social circle. He spouts infidel objections, yet she remains silent with dignified restraint. The man is convicted by his own folly as the moment exposes his blindness and she is praised for unwavering restraint.
An old advert claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve ends forty years of torture from a disease and cures piles, cuts, burrs, bruises, and skin problems. The ad warns against counterfeit products and names T J Coffey and Bro.
In a historical aside, a saying notes that when a woman argues with a man she is outspoken and he is out talked, reflecting era language on gender and discourse. The line highlights perceptions of female assertiveness versus male dominance in dialogue.
The text argues that labeling a former Democrat as independent is misapplied as he aids the Republican fight, aligning with Pritchard and seeking power. It contends such action betrays former principles and amounts to political prostitution and degradation for a mere office.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for ulcers eczema scrofula blood poisoning cancer eating sores itching skin pimples boils bone pains swellings rheumatism and catarrh. It promises to purify and enrich the blood and offers samples and prepaid medical advice from the Blood Balm Co Atlanta Georgia. A concluding line mocks public bravado about intelligence.
A street vendor promotes Dr King s New Life Pill as a powerful aid, claiming it turns weakness into strength and listlessness into energy. The sales pitch highlights notable mental edge and health benefits, selling at 25 cents per box through M B Blackburn.
A proverb-like line states that personal luck from a fool is likelier than faith in an angel unable to form connections, suggesting skepticism about unseen benevolence and urging reliance on practical outcomes.
Mrs. H. Lincoln recounts how a widow, wife of General Burnham of Machias Maine, nearly died from pneumonia but was saved by Dr King’s New Discovery. The medicine cured her throat lung and chest troubles after a fearful night and with a nightly rest. Trial bottles offered free at B Blackburn's. Sand makes the mountains and moments make the years.
I have a fine lot of fruit trees including apples peaches pears prunes and more. Lalxo offers grape vines suited to our climate. If you buy trees or vines I can match the price at other nurseries and deliver trees three to six feet tall. For details call or write Wok. COFFEY Moretz NC.
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