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There are three substantial banks in the city, three daily papers, good schools for children, excellent mail, express and telegraphic facilities, and emphatically no lack of medical attention. The retail stores are of all kinds, and the markets are well supplied, and prices are as reasonable as can be found anywhere.
In regard to the healthfulness of the city-a most important consideration to one contemplating either temporary or permanent residence there-Government statistics show that out of a total of 486 cities and towns in the United States, only five has as low a death rate as Hot Springs. There is only one city in British America having one as low, and none at all in England or Continental Europe. The death rate in 1894 among the permanent residents of Hot Springs was 7.74 per 1,000 inhabitants. When It is taken into consideration that a large per centage of the citizens went there afflicted with disease, and, being cured, have since made it their home, this low death rate seems all the more remarkable. The rate among the 50,000 annual visitors is very small, being only a little more than one and one-tenth per cent, and in nearly all cases of death among visitors, the disease causing the same had reached such an advanced stage that recovery, even under the most favorable conditions, and with the best medical attention, was an utter impossibility.
THE HOT SPRINGS WATERS.
The Hot Springs of Arkansas are situated upon the United States Government Reservation, and controlled by officers appointed by the government. They are sev- enty-two in number, with a temperature ranging from ninety-six degrees to one hun- dred aand fifty-seven degrees Fahrenheit, and a flow of half a million gallons daily. The cause of their marvelous medicinal effect is still a mooted question among phy- sicians and chemists. Careful analysis by eminent specialists show that on an aver- age, the waters contain 12.94 grains of material in solution to the gallon. Of this material, nearly sixty per cent is carbonate of lime, over twenty-one per cent is silica, nine per cent is carbonate of magnesia, while the remainder is chiefly chloride of sodium (common salt), sulphate of soda (Glauber salt), and sulphate of potash. This is but a slight proportion of minerals, in fact, no more than is to be found in many springs and well waters used for domestic purposes. It is, therefore, an ac- cepted theory with most practitioners that the wonderful virtue of the waters lies in their natural heat, which seems to possess peculiar, perhaps magnetic, qualities, not characteristic of those of other warm springs, or of waters artificially heated. For these reasons this water is not portable, loses its therapeutic qualities entirely when cooled, and is of no value whatever when bottled, either in its natural state or as a basis of patent medicines.
Dr. William Elderhorst has this to say regarding the curative quallties of the water when used direct from the springs: "In many forms of chronic diseases es- pecially, its effects are truly astonishing. The copious diaphoresis (perspiration) which the hot bath establishes, opens in itself a main channel for the expulsion of principles injurious to health, made manifest by its peculiar odor. A similar effect, in a diminished degree, is effected by drinking hot water-a common. indeed. almost universal practice among invalids at the Hot Springs.
"The impression produced by the hot douche, also, is indeed powerful, arousing into action sluggish and torpid secretions; the languid circulation is thus purified of morbific mattters, and thereby renewed vigor and healthful action are given both to the absorbents, lymphatics and to the execretory apparatus-a combined effect. which - 2 bumine is capable of accomplishing.
"The large quantity of free carbonic acid which the water contains, and which rises in volume through the water at the fountain of many of the springs, has undoubtedly an exhilarating effect on the system, and it is, no doubt, from the water of the Hot Springs coming to the surface charged with this gas, that invallds are enabled to drink freely at a temperature at which ordinary water, from which all the gas had been expelled by ebullition, would act as an emetic."
It is a well known fact that the waters of all other hot springs, owing to their low temperature or the presence of deleterious minerals, are absolutely undrinkable. All of the Hot Springs, with one exception, flow from the Hot Springs Moun- tain, on the east side of Central Avenue. Formerly, the hot water, with its accom- panying clouds of vapor, could be seen issuing from the ground; but it is now, for the sake of economy and cleanliness, piped from the various springs to the different bath houses. This collection and distribution is done under the direct supervision of a superintendent appointed by the United States government, and every bath is tar en under directions and regulations established by the government. The prices for baths range from twenty cents to sixty cents (the maximum fixed by the United States Government), for single baths, and from three dollars to ten dollars for a course of twenty-one baths. Attendants are not allowed to collect in excess of ten cents per bath, or $1.50 per course for their services.
The source of heat is a question that has given rise to much speculation. An eminent medical authority says: "I attribute the cause to the internal heat of the earth. I do not mean to say that the waters come in actual contact with fire, but rather that the waters are permeated with highly heated vapors and gases which emanate from sources deeper seated than the water itself. The whole geological structure of the country and that of the Hot Springs Ridge in particular, from which the water issues, justifies this assumption." The hot water is distributed entirely under the supervision of the Government. The bath houses are supplied direct from the Springs by gravitation.
The waters of the Hot Springs have been found invaluable In the treatment of all forms of rheumatism and gouty conditions, in all troubles of the stomach, liver and kidneys, paralysis and catarrh, in skin diseases, diseases of the blood, syphilis, etc., and are especially efficacious in nervous affections, particularly insomnia, ner- vous prostration and la grippe, in barrenness in women, and in all the various other female complaints, including those consequent upon the change of life.
A description of the manner in which the baths are given should be of interest and importance to all who come with the intention of taking a course of treatment. The patient undergoes a thorough examination by his physician, who then issues special instructions and regulations regarding the baths, regulating them to the exigencies of each case. If the physician discovers the heart or lungs are affected, the invalld is not allowed to take the baths, as they are liable under these conditions to prove harmful.
Simple palpitation and incipient lung trouble are benefited by careful bathing. The usual directions are to bathe about six minutes In water 96 to 100 degrees Fah- renheit; two to six minutes in the vapor room, and five to twenty minutes in blank- ets. accordingto the time required to produce perspiration.
Physicians do not agree as to the details of treatment; but all are governed by the physical condition of the patient and the nature of the disease. . Some can re- main in the water twice as long as others and have it much hotter with beneficial effect, while injudicious bathing by an invalid might prove injurious. It is never safe in any case to bathe without the advice of some reputable physician. Under such directions a large proportion of all who come can be cured. Those who bathe for pleasure, and that embraces all visitors not invalids, will find the knowledge of the attendants amply sufficient to regulate ordinary bathing.
SUBURBAN RESORTS OF HOT SPRINGS.
HAPPY HOLLOW.
Every one who visits Hot Springs quickly succumbs to the charms of Happy Hollow, and becomes its faithful admirer. A pleasant valley ti is, indeed, and the favorite resort of pedestrians, though a street car line has recently invaded the picturesque glen, much to the disgust of many who consider the new-comer an un- warranted encroachment upon their pet promenade. Happy Hollow has, in a gen- eral way, been so happily and graphically described by Mr. William L. Belding that his description is herewith inserted. He says: "This is a dell that the imagination of the Greeks would have populated with all sorts of superhuman beings. It would have been a kingdom for fairies, a favorite haunt for nymphs and dryads, and might have been a trysting place for the gods and goddesses themselves.
"The place is neither a gorge nor a valley, but a quiet and peace inspiring glen- a narrow roadway, hewn from the side of the mountain, which disputes possession of the bottom of the dell with a creek. And a most delightful road it is, with the mountains thrusting their feet down from either side and nearly crushing you be- neath the rocks and rising gracefully to the height of three or four hundred feet, their sides covered with huge rocks and talll sighing pines and oaks, which, in the autumn, form a most delightful picture in yellow and emerald. , The foot path is excellent, the dell is cool, and there is a new charm at every step.
"At the terminus of the carriage road is located the celebrated Happy Hollow Spring. It is not hot water that bolls up in the unique little summer house that has been built over the spring, but, notwithstanding that, it is a mineral water of high grade and possessed of great medicinal virtue. It is used solely for drinking purposes and in connection with the hot baths. Dyspepsia and indigestion have no show whatever when brought in contact with Happy Hollow water. It drowns rheu- matism and gout, and, as it acts directly on the liver and kidneys, purifies the blood, producing a beautiful complexlon, and is almost a specific in all the diseases of the urinary organs. It is visited by great numbers daily, who come to drink the water. Beyond the spring the road ceases, the glen becomes steep and the path is blocked and turned from side to side by huge boulders and the jagged, projecting edges of the mountain. At times it is almost impassable, and the explorer would like to give up and turn back, were it not that he desires to pursue the rocky way to the end and see where it terminates or commences."
Mr. Belding's explorer should not be discouraged. Ir he persists in pursuing the "rocky way," he will be amply rewarded for his climb, as the path leads him to the summit of the Hot Springs Mountain, with its pictures que walks, grand views, beetling cliffs and magnificent forests. The walk along the crest of the mountain,
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to and down the Grand Boulevard to the Army and Navy Hospital, is one of the greatest attractions at the Springs, and should not be overlooked by any one.
Happy Hollow is the lair of the Hot Springs burro, a large drove of these inter- esting little brutes belng kept here for the use of visitors and pleasure parties. On their backs the intricacies of the upper glens may be explored, and as one does not present a particularly imposing appearance mounted upon one of these diminutive animals, the effect is ridiculous enough to furnish endless amusement, to say noth- ing of the wholesome exercise such a ride involves.
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SPRINGS.
The Mountain Valley Springs are located among the Ozarks, about twelve miles from Hot Springs, and the trip affords an excellent opportunity to become acquaint- ed with Nature's finest handiwork. The journey can be made any way to suit the inclination of the tourist. There is a regular hack line running daily from the hotels at Hot Springs to Mountain Valley. There is the more private and independent way of hiring your own horse and buggy, and driving and stopping at will wherever you are interested, or it can be made the objective point of a horseback tour. It is one of the most charming rides in the vicinity. The road is over the mountains, plunging into gorges and through enchanted glens. Notwithstanding it has been recently im- proved, it is still a mountain road, and at times leads by points of thrilling interest. This very enjoyable rides terminates in one of the most beautiful valleys in the Ozark range. On all sides are the mountain peaks, shutting in a portion of the earth of paradisiacal beauty, peace and quiet. Tall primeval forest trees are singing Na- ture's hymns over the valley. The patches of open are verdant with grass and shrubbery, and an air of seclusion and rest is all-prevalent. You willl scarcely ex- pect to find here a modern six-story hotel with "all the latest conveniences and com- forts," as the hotel men say-and you don't. The hotel is entirely in keeping with the surroundings. You can expect quiet and rest at an inn, but not at a modern resort hotel. This is just the difference between the big bustling hostelries of the city we have just left behind, and the low quaint stucture nestling in Mountain Val- ley. Its picturesque architecture is Southern in character, being one-story in height, and covering a great deal of ground. Cool, spacious verandahs cover the whole front of the hotel. Trailing vines overrun it in great profusion, and, altogether, it is a charmingly rare picture, and fills the beholder with an overpowering desire to settle down here, bag and baggage, and stay until satisfied with Nature's charms.
Nature sometimes scores a bull's eye in her arrangement of things, and this feat was accomplished when these springs of health-renewing mineral waters were caus- ed to burst forth in the midst of this beautiful valley.
It is a matter of regret that the whole valley and springs could not have been located at a greater distance from Hot Springs, so that they could have had a chance at fame on their own merits.
The waters are very valuable, as their combined minerals constitute a curative medium for internal use not equalled. The analysis shows a large percentage of bicarbonate of iron, lime and magnesia, sulphate of lime, chloride of iron, chloride of iodine, and phosphoric acid, but not even a trace of organic matter.
They cure or benefit Bright's disease, and all kidney troubles, all dropsies of a kidney or liver origin, including cirrhosis, and are of great value in the treatment of female complaints.
POTASH-SULPHUR SPRINGS.
A short mile from Lawrence Station, and seven miles from Hot Springs, are lo- cated the health-giving Potash-Sulphur Springs. Ten trains pass Lawrence daily, and are met by hacks which convey visitors to and from the Springs. A handsome two-story hotel, neatly furnished, and numerous cottages afford the best of accom- modations to guests, and the table is satisfactory in all respects. The air at Potash- Sulphur is at all times pure and balmy, while surrounding mountains and valleys afford picturesque scenery and charming walks and drives. Deer, wild turkey, quall and other game afford good shooting, and the Ouachita river, one mile distant, fur- nishes abundant sport for the angler. The Springs, which are near the hotel, are five in number, but all possessing similar properties. The waters are sulphuretted alka- line, and are highly esteemed by the medical fraternity of Hot Springs, who send many of their patients there to spend a few days while resting after taking a course of hot baths. Dr. John C. Branner, State Geologist of Arkansas, says of them: "The importance of the Potash-Sulphur waters is too well known to admit of question * * * * The chief ingredients are sodium sulphate, sodium carbonate and potassium chlo- ride, the sodium amounting to 13.66 grains per gallon, the potassium to 3.51 grains per gallon."
The following diseases are cured or benefited by the use of the waters of this valuable spring: Dyspepsia, gout, rheumatism, affections of the liver, kidneys and uilnary organs, female diseases, dropsy and all complaints originating from an ex- cess of acid in the system, skin diseases and chronic dysentery. In diseases of the kidneys and urinary passages, stricture, gleet, and especially in calculous affections. there is no known remedy so efficacious as this water. It acts as a solvent in the various forms of gravel, and is very efficacious in the treatment of all mercurial diseases.
Among the other resorts are Gillen's White Sulphur Spring; Spring Lake Hotel; Thousand Dripping Springs, and many others.
ENTRANCE TO THE GOVERNMENT RESERVATION, HOT SPRINGS, ARK. IRON MOUNTAIN ROUTE,
RON MOUNTAIN ROUTE
The Only DIRECT LINE to the Famous
HOT SPRINGS
OF ARKANSAS
Reached From the
North, South,
East or West
BY Four Daily Fast Passenger Trains.
Equipped with the Very Best of Service.
Pullman Buffet Sleeping Cars.
Reclining Chair Cars-Seats Free.
AND
Comfortable Day Coaches, with High Back Seats.
Arlington Hotelooo Hot Springs, A
S. H. STITT, PRESIDENT.
LYMAN T. HAY, MANAGER.
The Arlington is Open All the year
Round
SPECIAL RATES FROM JUNE 1ST TO OCTOBER 1ST.
HE ARLINGTON is the only hotel on the United States Reservation at Hot Springs. This magnificent building is erected on the site of the old Arlington, a location more commanding, more convenient, and more picturesque than is that of any other hotel in the valley. Besides the exquisite natural beauty of its surroundings, the Arlington has the superior advantage of a location immediately at the fountain head of the Hot Springs; here the waters are at their highest temperature and retain all their restora- tive qualities. The hotel is entirely new, practically fire-proof, and has all the modern conveniences. Iron bridges connect each floor with the mountain, immediately in the rear of the hotel. Invalids in chairs may be wheeled directly from any floor to the mountain, on which the Government has laid out beautiful drives and walks. In case of fire, these bridges offer sure, safe and speedy means of escape. The elegant bathing establishment is a part of the hotel building and is erected on the site of the old Rector Bath House, so well known to all who have visited Hot Springs. No detail of comfort or con- venience has been omitted, and guests will find that the baths at the Arling- ton are superior in every respect.
WHOLESALE
W. F. CLEGG & BRO. Fruit, Produce
364-8 South Elm Street.
and Commission Merchants.
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VOLUME V.
MALONEY'S
1899
1900
CHARLOTTE, N. C.
GREENSBORO, N. C. APPENDIX.
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT (Executive Department)
President-Hon William Mckinley, of Ohio. Vice-President-Garret A Hobart, of New Jersey. Secretary of State-John Hay, of Indiana. Secretary of Treasury-Lyman J Gage, of Illinois. Secretary of Navy-John B Long, of Massachusetts. Secretary of War-Russell A Alger, of Michigan. Secretary of Interior-Cornelius M Bliss, of N Y. Postmaster General-Chas Emory Smith of Penn. Attorney General-John W Griggs, of New Jersey. Secretary of Agriculture-James Wilson of Iowa. Inaugurated March 4, 1897. Term four years.
UNITED STATES OFFICIALS
United States Postoffice and Court House, S Elm s w cor E Market; Custodian, J M Bailey
WASHINGTON, D. C.
SR. Southern Railway R. L. VERNON, T. P. A., W. A. TURK. O. P. A.,
Operates Double Daily Dining Car Service on the Washington and Southwestern Limited and the United States Fast Mail, the only all-the-year-round Dining Car Ser- vice in the South.
GREENSBORO STEAM LAUNDRY FINEST WORK IN THE CITY.
111-113 West Market Street.
PHONE 72.
G 5
MURRAY BROS.
113 SOUTH ELM STREET. PHONE 163.
INSURANCE.
Fire, Life, Accident, Surety, Plate Glass and Steam. Boiler., 1
Knox and Stetson's Hats. MANHATTAN SHIRTS. Trunks and Valises.
C. M. VANSTORY & CO. 236-8 South Elm Street.
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CIRCUIT AND DISTRICT COURT
Western District of N C-Convenes first Mondays in April and October
Circuit Judge-Chas H Simonton, Charleston, S C District Judge-H G Ewart, Hendersonville, N C District Attorney-A E Holton, Winston, N C
Assistant District Attorney-Spencer Blackburn, Jefferson, N C
District Attorney's Clerk-Jas Martin, Winston, N C
Marshal-Jas M Millikan, Greensboro, N C Chief Deputy Marshal-T E Mccrary
Office Deputy Marshals-J A Logan, Greensboro; J E Buxton, Winston, N C; Jas Bailey, Greensboro, N C
Clerk Circuit and District Courts-Saml L Trogdon Deputy Clerk-Miss Hattie M Causey
Internal Revenue Collector-E C Duncan, Raleigh, N C; Deputy, O A Starbuck
U S Commissioner-Saml L Trogdon
U S Stamp Clerk-A A Hinton, Greensboro, N C
U S Revenue Agt-L A Thrasher, Greensboro, N C
POST OFFICE DEPARTMENT
Tyre Glenn, Postmaster
Chas G Burton, Assistant Postmaster
Thos H.Tate, Distributing Clerk
Robt W Hodgin, General Delivery Clerk Warren D Poole and Chas F Osborne, Mailing Clerks
Carriers-Jno D Burch, Wm F Claride, R Ben Hil- ton, Jos W Schoolfield, W G Stewart, W G Lewis. Spe- cial delivery messngr: Robt Price (c)
POSTOFFICE GUIDE
Office Hours: General Delivery open from 8 a m to 6:30 p m. Money Order Department open from 8 a m to 6:30 p m. Sunday hours: Open only once, from 8 to 9 am
Free Delivery-Collection and delivery, 6:30 a m. Delivery, 9:15 a m. Collection and delivery, 1:15 p m. Collection and delivery, 4:55 p in. No collections or delivery made on Sunday, but from 8 to 9 a m. will deliver at the Postoffice.
JNO. A. YOUNG, Nurserymen TWO MILES EAST CITY, PHONE 43.
Matthews & Hammer
GENERAL Insurance Agents
.. . 3021/ SOUTH ELM STREET.
Only the Best Com- paníes Represented.
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The Street Letter Boxes will be visited regularly by this schedule. The public are respectfully requested to make use of the boxes, as mail deposited in them will be forwarded as promptly as if placed in the Post- office .. Note schedule on each box.
Outgoing mails close: North, 11:40 a m and 9:30 p m; South, 6:30 a m, 7:02 a m and 7:02 p m; Raleigh and points east, 8:25 a m, 11:40 a m and 9:30 p m; Winston and points west, 8:25 a m; Winston, 7:02 pm; points on C F & Y V, south, 11:40 a m; points on C F & Y V north, 4 p m; Ramseur, 2:45 pm; Madison, 9 a m. You can buy stamps at J Henry Phipps, Ashe- boro street
STATE GOVERNMENT OF NORTH CAROLINA
(Capital Raleigh)
Governor-Daniel L Russell
Lieutenant Governor-Charles A Reynolds
Secretary of State-Cyrus Thompson
Auditor-Hal W Ayer
Treasurer-Wm H Worth
Attorney General-Zebulon V Walser
Adjutant General-A D Cowles Commissioner of Agriculture-S L Patterson
Commissioner of Labor-Robert Lacy
Corporation Commissioners-Franklin McNeil, Sam- uel L Rogers and E C Beddingfield
Public Printers-Edwards & Broughton, of Raleigh
Keeper of Capitol-J C Cherry
Librarian-M O Sherrill
JUDICIARY
(Supreme Court)
Chief Justice-W T Faircloth, Goldsboro
Associate Justices-Walter Clark, Raleigh; D M Furches, Statesville; Walter A Montgomery, Raleigh; Robert Douglass
Clerk-Thomas S Kenan, Raleigh
Marshal and Librarian-Robert H. Bradley, Raleigh
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SOUTHERN TOBACCO
MANUFACTURED BY
O. D. BOYCOTT
116 W. Market St.
ALL KINDS OF Feed and
.. Seed Products.
"OLD- WINE " Twist has a Delightful Flavor. ,
"HEART'S CONTENT" Plug or Smoking will please.
"TOUCH DOWN " Smoking Tobacco is Fragrant and Sweet. "SOUTHERN SEAL" Natural Leaf, a Fine, Mild Chew.
MCCLAMROCH BROS.
Mantels, Grates, ... Tiles ...
GREENSBORO, N. C. " The Cahill Special Grate" is the Best Made. See it.
ALL YOUR CLOTHING KEPT AS GOOD . AS NEW FOR
$1 00 PER MONTH.
GREENSBORO PRESSING CLUB BOONE & BOGART, Managers.
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MALONEY'S GREENSBORO
(Superior Court Judges)
1st District-Geo H Brown, Jr, Washington
2d District-H R Bryan, Newbern.
3d District-E W Timberlake, Louisburg.
4th District-W S O'B Robinson, Goldsboro.
5th District-Thos J Shaw, Greensboro. 6th District-Oliver H Allen, Kinston. 7th District-Thomas A McNeill, Lumberton. Sth District-Albert L Coble, Statesville. 9th District-Henry R Starbuck, Winston. 10th District-Jacob W Bowman, Bakersville.
11th District-Wm A Hoke, Lincolnton.
12th District-Frederick Moore, Asheville.
(Eastern District Circuit Court)
Judge-Dorsey Battle
(Western District Circuit Court) Judge-Henry B Stevens
COURTS
Superior Court convenes second Monday after first Monday in February, two weeks; seventeenth Monday after first Monday in February, to continue three weeks, but no civil action shall be tried by jury the first week, unless by consent of all parties concerned, Fifth Monday before last Monday in September, two weeks. Tenth Monday after the last Monday in Sep- tember, two weeks. The said terms shall be for the trial of both criminal and civil actions.
COUNTY GOVERNMENT (Guilford County.)
Greensboro County Seat-Court House, W Market. n w cor N Elm
Superior Court-Thos J Shaw, district judge; J J
Hague-McCorkle DRY GOODS CO. 320 and 322 S Elm Street.
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALERS OF Dry Goods and Notions
C. E. HOLTON
DRUGGIST.
McAdoo House Building ..
Prescription Work OUR SPECIALTY.
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Nelson, clerk (clerk of superior court invested with full probate powers)
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