Watauga cabbage debate tied to revenue man and worms
In 1901 readers are warned of droughts floods and labor unrest while a curious tale links a Charlotte revenuer to a mysterious cabbage worm in Watauga. The piece mocks sensational illness fears and calls for calm, urging economic frugality and preservation amid tough times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
Watauga
Bas, Johnson
Fritz Newland
John Moore
Red Buck
Keeley
Lynch
Daring Fording Feat Endangers Ex-Congressman Linney
An ex congressman narrowly escaped drowning while attempting to ford Muddy Fork in a buggy. The high water washed horse and buggy downstream. Linney reportedly jumped from the vehicle and sought land in brush. W Deal reportedly crossed on a log, released the horse, and tied the buggy to a log. Details of Linney’s fate after reaching land are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linney
Muddy Fork
W . Deal
Sallie Dillard
J. W. Topp
Jefferson
How To Gain Flesh
A fragmented early text discusses gaining flesh by consuming small portions of an unknown substance. The writing notes that people have reportedly used a measured amount, typically an ounce, to increase body mass, though the passage remains unclear and repetitive about the method.
Unclear Item Mentioning Fee and Prices
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a fee of $1.00 and items described as drug pits, with terms CUTT & BOWNE Cheimats and New York. Readable details are insufficient to determine person, organization, place, or event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutt & Bowne
Death of Ruth Dugger at age one in 1901 notice
On Sunday August 25 1901 at two oclock death visited the home of Mr and Mrs W E Dugger and took Ruth the family’s youngest member aged one year four months and twenty two days after weeks of illness. The verse filled notice offers comfort to parents and siblings as Ruth is praised as a bright star in heaven and a bud in Paradise. Four Friends J A M E
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W. E. Dugger
Ruth
Kingdom of Heaven
Fifth Sunday Meeting at Pleasant Grove Church
The Fifth Sunday Meeting will begin on Friday before the fifth Sunday in September 1901 at Pleasant Grove church. Introductory sermon at 11 a m by Rev J L Fox. Organization at 1 p m. Questions cover scripture authority church transfers, treatment of Mormons, visiting members, duties of churches to pastors and members who do not speak, Bible education, baptism and salvation, with a question box opening Saturday. Visitors invited, all speakers expected, good time anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Grove Church
J. L. Fox
J. J. L. Sherwood
J. C. Harman
E. F. Jones
John Chap
J. H. Farthing
J. J.T. Reece
Roten
John Eller
Farthing
L. A. Wilson
Wilon
J. M. Payne
W.S. Farthing
T. J. Tugman
R. M. Farthing
G. W. Trivett
Epeak
Cornibus dis covers the Atlantic Ocean claim
A juvenile pupil answers a teacher asking what Cornibus discovered. He says the Atlantic Ocean, claiming his book says he came across it, cited from Chicago News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornibus
Atlantic Ocean
Chicago News
Pleasant Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
Try the new remedy Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for a pleasant effective ease. Easy to take and priced at 25 cents with free samples at Blackburns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hysie
Chamberlain
Blackburn’s
J L Cottrell Promotes Medical Services in Local Notice
J L Cottrell announces professional medical services available to the people of this and nearby communities. Calls answered promptly day or night from his office at Coffer's Hotel.
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Coffer’s Hotel
Par
Attorney At Law Harrison and Boone Practice Notice
F. A. Linnay announces legal services to Boone and Watauga County residents from the Bryan Hotel Building. Will practice in the courts of Watauga and adjoining counties, attending to all business of a legal nature promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Hotel
Watauga
Attorney W. J. Bower Prominent North Carolina Lawyer
Attorney W J Bower of Lenoir North Carolina offers legal service across Caldwell Watauga Mitchell Ashe and surrounding counties. Prompt attention to all entrusted matters.
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Caldwell
Watauga
Mitchell
Ashe
The Martin Cottage Hotel Reopened After Refitting
The Martin Cottage run by W. P. Pendley announces recent refitting and full furnishing in all departments. Open for public accommodation with good rooms and market-standard fare. Transient boarders’ comfort is a priority. Rates are reasonable.
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W. P. Pendley
Notice of sale under mortgage in Boone North Carolina
By power of sale in a mortgage deed by E M Gragg and wife to W Calaway and Estella Calaway dated Sept 1 1299 and recorded in Book G page 232, the land on Watauga River adjoining Wagner and Johnson is to be sold for cash on the first Monday in Oct 1901 at Boone courthouse between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. The 30 acre tract is described by river course and ridges and d see. W V Calaway and wife Mortyngee, VL Lovill attorney.
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E. M. Gragg
Rachael Gragg
W. ¥. Calaway
Estella Calaway
Court House
Boone
N C
Watauga River
Judsaon Wagner
J. B. Johnson
Moody’s Mill Creek
P. Andrew
Andrew
W. V. Calaway
Mortyngee
F. Lovill
Linney & Hayes Real Estate Agents Boone Notice
Land and water power and mineral interests wanted by Linney and Hayes Boone South Carolina. If we don't buy we will find a buyer. If you won't sell we will sell you. F A Linney attorney joins the firm.
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al Peraone
Linney & Hayes
Boone
S.C
Linney & Hay' S
Rea
F. A. Linney
Trade Academy Falls Term Opens August Five 1901
Trade Academy in Trade Tennessee announces fall term starting August 5 1901. Four teachers offer primary secondary and music courses. Primary certificate secondary diploma signed by Principal and state and county superintendents. Prepares for teachers exams in North Carolina and Tennessee. Tuition 1.00 to 2.00 per month. music 2.00 per month. circulars available from Principal J Rogers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Rogers
Big Reduction in Prices at JT Stock Sale
JT has slashed prices across stock with reductions on lawn goods cottonwades calicoes and more. Lawns valued at 12d at 10 cents, all 10 cent items at 8 cents, celluloid collars at 3 cents, jeans down to 18 cents, men’s shoes 95 cents, Sadie’s shoes 1.00. Mason jars offered. Seller remains open to produce trade and thanks customers.
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Sadie’s
Notice of tax sale deeds for multiple Boone County tracts
On November 5 1900 at the courthouse door in Boone real estate from Meat Camp Roaring Fork and North Fork townships was sold for taxes for 98 and 99 including 300 acres with Miller heirs 76 acres with Brown heirs two 100 acre tracts for Price heirs and a 3 acre tract for a Presnell. Redemption expires November 5 1901. W W Mier per E B MirLER Aug 1 1901
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Court House
Boone
Meat Camp Township
Meat Camp Creek
Tomlinson
John Winebarger
Floy Walls
David H. Miller
Roaring Fork
Rufus Wood Ring
Rhos
Brown
Stringer
W. W. Mier
E. B. Mir. Ler
Mission School at Valle Crucis Opens Fall Term 1901
Valle Crucis NC Mission School announces fall term beginning August 5 1901 for both sexes in a high school setting. Buildings and surroundings praised as favorable for girls with excellent music instruction. Motto emphasizes firmness refinement morality and intellectual development. Board and tuition listed.
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H. A. Dobbins, Jr
C. D. Taylor
Moete
Bargains galore at cost in spring goods and shoes
A dealer invites everybody to trade for a large stock of spring fabrics, lawns, calicoes, percals, dresses, shirts, and undergarments at actual cost. Offers men's shoes sizes 9 to 11, silk bosoms, Mercerized silks, dress goods, and a barter for farm produce including eggs and poultry. Also seeks 2000 pounds sugar and other produce with cash payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie
Jeane
Will W. Holsclaw
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Watauga Democrat
Ichert C. Rivers
Enrror Ax
Promirror
Mississippi Valley
Botton
Yadkin
Catawby
Cape Fear
Roanoke
Babbage
JT. W. Vernon
Hartland
Geol
Fmatston
Breain
J. L. Cottrell, Dee
F. A. Linnay
Attorney At Law
W. J. Bower
Lenoir, N. C
Martin
Blowing Rock, N. C
North Carolina- State Normal and Industrial
Charles D. McIver
GreensBuro
N. C
Trade Academy
TRADE
Tennessee
B, Webb
Y, Miller
Wiltashon Marble Works & Miler
Prop
A. W. Dula
Weler
South Main St Lenoir, N.C
Mason
Valle Crucis, N.C
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