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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1900
Page
2
The Durham Recorder notes subscribers may take the paper from the post office without incurring any obligation, clarifying that papers sent by friends are not a courtesy promise. The notice accompanies subscription details and weekly publication reminder.
The Kilgo Gattis damages suit ended with $20,000 in favor of the plaintiffs. Durham’s B N Duke and W R Odell lead trustees who defend the college’s honor and publish trial records to counter criticism. The board seeks to inform the public with full trial records while defending Trinity College’s reputation.
Governor Aycock defends President Kilgo and Trinity College against the Granville county libel verdict. Editors express sympathy, praising Kilgo as a courageous, Christian educator and urging support against efforts to undermine the college and Methodist education in North Carolina.
Durham merchants return from northern cities with holiday selections suited to the local market. They seek durable, worthwhile items for apparel and bric-a-brac, avoiding cheap shoddy goods. Foreseeing crowds, shoppers are urged to buy early, and merchants promote ads to guide buyers to best stock and sales staff.
A farmer’s hard work is described with lines about furrows and endurance. The ad extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as vital for stamina, breathing, and blood purity, claiming it builds the body like fertile land yields crops. A letter from GO Bird testifies increased appetite and energy after using the remedy.
The Elks lodge held a memorial service at the Conservatory of Music on Sunday honoring absent brothers. A piano quartet and violin solo complemented the program while W B Guthrie gave the annual address and C T Pearson delivered a tender eulogy. Reverend W C Norman offered prayer with Mrs. Bryant singing The Beautiful City.
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