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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1901
Page
2
Our Washington correspondent notes President Roosevelt’s cordial ties with Democrats in the South and his cautious stance toward Southern disfranchisement issues. The piece discusses cabinet changes, possible retirements, and the Schley court findings, then mentions a new subsidy bill backed by the shipbuilding trust amid busy yards and private orders.
In Valle Crucis brief notes Mr. David Wagner living with his daughter Mrs. D F Baird was found dead in his bed Wednesday morning at 90. Many descendants survive him. Miss Susie, daughter of Mrs. C D Taylor, died after telegram announced illness. Sympathy extended to the bereaved family as others travel and visit relatives in Banner Elk and Sugar Grove areas.
A column reflects on Lord Kitchener banning light mobile columns from carrying goods, the McKinley National Monument trustees convening in Cleveland, and debates on tariffs and republican strategies. It questions political leverage after McKinley’s death, notes protectionist shifts, and ponders Hanna and Jackson lineage rumors amid a verbose political survey.
A British-held concentration camp system holds 187,619 Boers including many women and children. In August alone 2,345 deaths occurred among them, totaling over 28,000 deaths per year, about one fifth of those confined, a stark view of war waged by a great Christian power.
The statement argues that while corporations are governed by law and competition, excessive dominance prevents fair play and the law must be strengthened to replace both as the ultimate regulator. It emphasizes robust legal remedies to curb monopolistic power and protect competition.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as a remedy for neuralgia and nerves, claiming it feeds the nerve that cries for food and restores vigor by supplying fat from total diet, with a free sample offer.
The article argues Roosevelt will be attacked as he seeks national leadership over regional interests. It notes northern resentment toward any move to treat the South justly and predicts strong opposition before his term ends. It also discusses Schley’s court case, suggesting the only potential fault is a possible error about coal supply while other points favor his acquittal.
The remark notes that it is pleasing to raise a large sum when needed, but the people would prefer to raise such funds only when not required. The source reflects a historical quotation and a health-related aside about a balance between public capability and necessity.
In Lenoir on September 25 1901 notice of sale under superior court decree sets November 4 1901 as the date to sell at the courthouse door Boone Watauga County North Carolina three parcels of land on Meat Camp Creek part of John Ragan deceased estate. Parcels 18 5 acres 84 acres and 23 acres with 15 percent cash balance in six and twelve months. A ten percent advance previously received and resale ordered. Agents A W Beach administrator FP Lovain attorney.
The school promotes the value of its program with four teachers offering Primary Secondary and Music courses. Certificates and diplomas are issued on completion of Primary and Secondary tracks, signed by the Principal and state officials. Training prepares for teachers exams in North Carolina and Tennessee and college. Music instruction includes Organ Guitar Mandolin with monthly costs and tuition details.
A market style notice offers deep discounts across cemetery and related goods. Lawn pieces priced from 12c down to 8c, calicoes and plaids heavily cut, celluloid collars marked down, jeans and mens shoes reduced, fruit jars newly arrived. Vendor thanks customers and asks for continued produce trade.
Valle Crucis North Carolina Mission School details fall term begins August 5 1901. Describes coed high school with favorable buildings and surroundings for girls and strong music program. Emphasizes motto firmness refinement morality intellectual development with reasonable board and tuition. H A Dobbins Jr president Mrs C D Taylor mistress.
Wanted items plus a large assorted stock of summer dress fabrics and garments offered at actual cost. Cash purchases include shoes shirts undergarments and linen items with discounts on lawns calicos percale and mercerized fabrics. Trade requests include roots herbs eggs chickens feathers and other produce.
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