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LOCAL NEWS.
Cold weather.
Jasper Sunders is very ill
with fever.
Ladies capes very cheap
at Holselaw's.
Dr. J. M. Hodges is con
fined at his home at Poplar
Grove with typhoid fever.
A nice line of hats a n d
caps for boys and men just
Id at Holaclaw's.
Say, friend, when you are
in town Monday, drop in and
pay us that dollar,
The ladies will find a nice
line of hats, Golf and oilier
late styles, at L. R. Clark &
Co's.
Rev. A, L. Stanford will
preach at the school house
at Deerfield on next Sunday,
at 3, p. m.
Dr. J. B. Council!, of Sal
isbury, arrived in Boone on
Tuesday night. Ha was wired
for on account of the illness
of his father.
That wood you promised
us is co mini.' in very slowly,
Remember we will uotneed it
aiter we are frozen.
Justin, a beautiful line
ol ladies' hats, capes, etc. See
tucin. iney areueauues, uno
.... . t
the prices are right. H. T
Newland & Uo.
A. Lloyd Hendren, who
is well known by many of out
people, died at Huntingcreek
.". tt'SINms n.inr, tp j fucp rl ' V B
tf linen iuuuiji u ivh u j u
since.
The brandy distillery of
C. R. Norris, of Meat Camp.
was destroyed by fire Mon
-'day night. We have no par
ticulars.
Next Monday the county
commissioners will be in ses
sion; a cattleman.s club is to
be organized on that day
and a 'number of valuable
tructB of land are tobeold.
Just received at Will W
Holselaw'a a nice line of la
dies' felt hats, trimmed and
untrimraf d sailors also straw
sailors at 20c. and up to $2
each.
Mr. 3m. Brawley, lorm
erly oLMooresville, but lat
terly of one of the Western
States, spent a few days in
town, leaving on Tuesday
morning.
Why don't you hush dat
cryin roun here wid dem cole
bans? Go over dar to Clarke
& Co., an do like me, buy you
some gloves'! Him got al
kinds, and sells urn plum low.
Git some fur de ladies, too.
Mr. and Mrs. I. S. Ram-
bo, of Mountain Citj , Tenn.,
after spending 6ome days
here, left for their home yes
terday. Mr. Rainbo gave our
office a very pleasant cal
while in town,
Last week Dr. Hogshead
pi Banner Elk, relieved Win.
Tiiplett, of Elk township o
a severe caucer of the eye.
The Dr. says the case was a
very intricate one but he has
great hopes of his recovery.
-Thanks to W. fl. Penley,
of Skagjt, Washington, for u
MAirtUf (IMfht A.lUAItn( lilt) Cl T
e.irage to the DemocuAt. It
would bsbighlj gratifyintr to
us if tun nv of our other friends
n th Western States would
do likewise.
Ouragedand much lov-
ed physician, Dr. W. B. Coun
cill, has been very ill for sev
eral days but today (Wednes
lay) it is hoped that hiscon
dition is somewhat improv
ed, and all trust that re
ong he may be up agai.
Through the effo ire of a
committee of our ladies, the
Methodist church has a large
ell in its steple, which, by
he way, is one of thi finest
oned bells in town. You can
always depend on the. ladies
when there is money to raise.
A friend' of Meat Camp, is
responsible for the following:
"If a coon did chase Martin
Warren, of Mabel, 20 years
). he has the finest field of
corn 1 have seen in years. It
contains 12 acres and 1 am
of the opinion that it will
make 500 bushels."
-Next Sunday at 11 a.m.,
there will be Missionary Ral
ly services conducted at the
Methodist church. There will
be appropriate sougs, recita
tions, etc., rendered by the
children, and the day promis
f8 to be a very enjoyable one.
Let all those who can attend
the service and help along
the missionary work.
-There will be a public de
bate at roscoe on Friday,
Nor. 10. Query; Resolved
that man has done more to
elevate humanity than wo
man. The affirmative will be
represented by H. C. Ingram,
P. E. Herman, J . M. Cala way;
the negative by N. L. Harri
son, L. F. Woodieand 0. G.
Andrews. All aie cordially in
vited to attend.
Another one 6 the old
landmarks of Watauga has
quit the haunts of men and
passed the bourne from
whence no traveler ever re
turns. Mr. Nathan Horton
passed peacefully away on
Wednesday night of last week
after a painful illness of two
weeks. For 70 years ho has
sojourned in this woild, and
was always fount on theside
of right, whether as a soldier
or a citizen, he performed his
part well. Quiet, unobtrusive
the world knew but little of
him, but when death met him
it found hun ready, willing
and almost anxious to go.
It would be well if we could
all be to ready when death
meets us.
In another column is an
article of .interest written by
Mr. J. C. Horton, touching
the Cattle Quarantine law.
It gives much light on I h e
subject and shows clearly the
danger we are in if the laws
are not rigidly enforced. We
hope to see a large crowd of
our citizens present next Mon
day at the organization of
a Cattleman's Club. The cat
tle trade In our county is of
considerable importance to
our people, but if stringent
steps are not taken for the
protection of our cattle from
contagious disease, we will
sooq find that we arequaran
tined against the markets of
the north, and will be forced
to sell our cattle on the
southern market.
j. w. TODD.
GEO. P. PELL.
TODD & PELL,
ATTORNEYS AT LAW,
JEFFERSON, N. C.
Will practice regulaily in the
courts of Watauga. Ileadquar-
tets at Cofiey'a Hotel during
jcoutt. . . . .: 5-4-99.
Tulle Crucw Items.
The small boys think it is
great sport to go 'possum
hunting, and we think they
have been very successful, as
six boys and fonr dogs suc
ceeded in catching two 'pos
sums m as many nights.
The Rev. Mr. Letford and
family arrived in the Valley
last Thursday, and Mr. Led
ford will immediately take
charge of the school and sur
lounding mission work.
Mr. W. E. Shipley has been
quite ill, but is thought to be
slightly improved at this wri
ting.
The Rev. Mr. Raper deliv
ered an excellent sermon in
the Methodist church on
Sunday evening, which was
ninh enjoyed by all present.
A7iss Lolia McCoy has gone
to the "Land of the Sky"
where she wiP enter school.
Taylor & Maet claim to
have handled 10.000 pounds
of dried fruit this year. Pret
to good, that, isn't it?
A surprise dinner was giv
en Mrs. W. H. Mast in honor
of her birthday at her home
last week, a few friend and
relatives being present.
Mr. K. Al. Mcloy raised a
turnip on bis place this year
that weighs six pounds. Who
in Watauga can beat that?
Let us hear from you.
Mr. Jas. Moore, of Globe,
passed through en route to
Sugar Grove last week. Won
der if he's over cattle buying
too?
The little ion of Mr. and
Mrs. T. H. Taylor is quite
ill.
A rally day service will be
held in the Methodist church
next Sundny. The regular
program will not be carried
out, but will consist of song
service, and, perhaps, a few
recitations, which will be fol
lowed by a collection to which
we hope all will contribute
liberally.
We Two.
A CARD OF THANKS
I wish to extend to the peo
pie of Boone and vicinity and
especially to his physician
and pastor, my heart felt
thanks for the kindness, help
and sympathy extended to
myself and family durinc: the
illness, and since the death
of my husband, Nathan Hor
ton. I cannot express the
gratitude I feel for the noble
and generous attention that
was shown, us in this bereave
ment, and sincerely trust that
heaven's richest blessings
mayattend these kind friends,
Mrs. Juliet G. Houton:.
Six Frightful Failures.
Six terrible lailures of six diflor
out doctors nearly sent, Wro. II.
Mullen, ot Lockland, Or., to an
(.arly grave. All eniri he had a fa
tal lung troubk'andthathemuet
Soon die. lie was urged to t r y
Dr. King's New Discovery for con
sumption. After taking five bot
tles he was entirely cured. It is
positively guaranteed to cure all
diseases of the throat, chest and
lungs, including cougliB, colds,
la grippe, pneumonia, bronchitis,
asthma, hay fever, croup, whoop
mr couirh. 50c. and Si. 00. Trial
bottles free at Mack burn's.
The smnll pox is raging in
some parts of Texas.
Brave Explorers.
Like Stauley and Livingstone,
found it harder to overcome ma
larial fever and acuo, fcfid ty
phoid disease germs than savage
cannibals, but thousands have
found that Electric liiftersisa
wonderful cure for all malarial
diseases. If you have chills with
fever, aches in back of neek and
head, and tired, worn out feeling
a trial will convince you of their
merit. . W. A. fleill, of Webb, 111.,
writes, "Mv children suffered for
more than a year with chills and
fever; then two bottles of Llec
trie Bitters cured them." Only 50
cents. 1 ry them. Guaranteed
Sold by Blackburn.
WATAUGA ACADEMY.
BS3TFOR YOUNG WOMEN AND YOUNG MEN."!
D. D. DOUGHERTY, A. B.,
B. B. DOUGHERTY, B. S.. Ph. B., Principai-s.
93 FALL TERM OPEN8 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5tb, lri99"a
Three courses offered: Common School Course: Academic
Course; Two years' Collegiate Course. Instructions will be
given in Music, Art and business. Special attention will be
given to public School teachers. Students thoroughly drill
ed in Debate and Declamation. Board $6 per month. Splen
did opportunities for students to board themselves.
S"TUITION FROM $1. TO 3. PER MONTH."!
For othei information write to, or call on the Principals,
at Boone N. C.
LISTEN.
I am not going to tell you something about the war
with Spain, for it is over, but the war with
my competitors is still going on and
I am still furnishing all my
customers with the
best bargains
out.
GENERAL MERCHANDISE.
IN
this line
I am fully abreast with -the
times, as I keep everything usually kept
in a first-class store and will supply my cus
tomers with nothing but the BEST GOODS; .
at "CHEAP GOODS" prices. Very truly yours,
Jan. 12.
Many persons perished du
ring the recent blizzard in
Minnesota.
Made Young Araln.
"Que ol Dr. King's New Life
Pills each night
lor
two weeks
has put me in my 'teeus' again,"
writes D. II. Turner ot Dempsoy
town, Pa. They are the host in
the world for liver, stomach and
bowels. Never grijie. Only 25c at
Blackburn'B.
OABTOniA.
fietn tha yf ltw Kind You Haw Alwajw BongtU
Blgutut
Stop a Minute,
Another Store on Cove
Creek.
NEW GOODS, NEW GOODS!
Everything new and prices
richt. We carry a general
line of meichandise and want
and will appreciate your
trade.
SVe will pay you the
highest market price for your
Grain, chickeus, Eggs, But
ter, Irish Potatoes, Dried
Fruit and other produce.
Give us a trial, and we will
do you good.
JJSTStore near the residence
of W. R. Moody.
Youhs Truly.
I, B, Clarke and Co.
Sugar Grove, Oct. 18.
N0TI0E NOTICE.
Our motto for '99
IS
THE MOST GOODS FOR
THE LEAST MONEY
IN HAND.
O
We shall endeavor toshow
our trade a larger Btock of
goods than ever before,' and
sell for a smaller profit, if pos
eible, and shall ask for the
Pay Down,
It is the best for all parties.
Don't forget us when in
Boone, for we will save you
money
EVERY TIME.
We Don't Compete, but are
Pelow Competition.
Yours truly
Morets & Farthing
Boone, N. C, Jan, 4, '90.
JI. B. BLACKBURN,
Without making any form
al announcement. Admiral
Dewey wishes it fully under
stood that he will not be a
candidate lor the presiden
tial nomination,
Editor Sees Wonden.
Editor . V. Barray, of Lax-
mgton, Tenn., in exploring Mam
motn uave, contracted a severe
case of piles. His quick cure thro'
using liuoklen b Arnica Salve con
vmced him it is an another world
wonder. Cures piles, injuries, infla
mation, and all bodily eruptions,
Only 25c at Blackburn's.
Announcement,
New Store, New Goods.
EVERYTHING BRAN-NEW.
we are now opening a most
beautiful line of general
merchandise at Blowing
Rock, in fact, we flatter
ourselves that when our
stock is all in, that it will
he second to none ever
opened in our town.
The stock will be com
plete in every line, and we
are prepared to sell you
goods (not at cost, for we
can't afford that) at a
very low figure.
YOUR PATRONAGE IS
WHAT WE WANT
The prices, styles and qua!
ity of goods will suit you
then what else can you ask?
Our stock consists of
Dry Goods and Groceries in
great variety,
A 6tock offoot-wearthatis
hard to duplicate in the coun
ty.
Hats in endless varieties
andetiles.
Uur line ot ladies dress
gooc's is real nice aud
you need anything of this
kind you can find it in our
store.
Bacon, Flour, Lard, Rice
Canned goods, etc.alwayson
hand.
Our stock of hardware both
heavy and shelf, is complete
In fact, you can find almost
anything you need at our
store.. Be sure and give us a
call when at the"Rock", and
let us show you our goods
3kd give you prices. This be-
tng done, we are sure to sel
you.
Good country produce ta
ken in exchange for goods.
SCall on us at
BUCHANNAN'S old STAND,
Very truly.
.Watausa Hotel Co,
Blowing.Rock, 7eb. 23.
X XXX XX XX xxxx XXX
DON'T DESPAIR!
Go to Friends lor Advice; t
To Women for Comfort;
To Strangers forCharity,biit
FOR BARGAINS GO
to I. N. CORPENING&CO."
Here Are a few Prices NOT
Promises:
Good Green Coffee, 10 eta.
Arbuckle's 2 for 25.
Light Brown sugar 6 eta.
Granulated Sugar 1 eta.
Our grocery line consists of
Choice, Fresh Goods in :'i
both Fancy and Hea
vy Grades, and all
.AT.
Rock Bottom Prices!
IN HARDWARE,
uenuine Axes ,5Uc.
LnRtR and atflnrift .30
Fanner's Mixed wire nails 2
Claw HamrLere 10c, each.
10 qt Tin Bucket 15c.
Best grade Lubricating Oil
25 cents per gal.
Cylinder Oil 50c.
We Simply Knock Down
and Drag out Competition.
PRY GOODS,WA7S.AND
N0110X8.
Every box and shtlf filled
withnew and stylish goods
and Each articltia la
beled with' bar-,
gain.
Ginghams 4 cts.
Plaids 5 cts.
Shawls atjeost 1 1 1
Shoes, Shoes Shoes.
NEW AND EXCELLENT:
Come right along and bay
your winter foot-wear. Thick
and heavy atthin.split-leath
er prices.
JULGEMEN1
Is a most rare and precious
gem.
ww use a:lihleoeii
and invest your CASH with
us.
SoTAIl kinds of produce ta
ken in exchange for onr net
cash goods.
Soliciting a liberal future
patronage, and thanking you
in advance for same, we are.
Very Truly,
. N. CORPEN1NG&CO
Banner Elk, N. C, Dec. 10.
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