High Point Court Trials In Greensboro Infer Murder Case
Theodore Matthews, a black man, went on trial in Greensboro Superior Court for murdering Jesse James in High Point. The solicitor signaled he would not pursue a first degree verdict. James, a one legged black man, had visited Matthews’s home. a knock at the door led to a fatal shot after a claim of fear. Other local cases ended with mixed outcomes including an assault charge, a dog leash acquittal, and perjury admission with bond.
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Theodore Matthews
Greensboro
Jesse James
Matthews
J. ©. Bower
James
Congregationtown
Jamie
High Point
Boyd Samuel
Amuel
J. M. Matthews
Andrew Corbett
Taft to Speak in Greensboro at Elks Event
Ex President William Howard Taft arrives in Greensboro from Elizabeth City and rests before a 5 to 6:30 reception at the Elks’ home on Sycamore street. At 8:30 he speaks on the great war at the Municipal theater under Elks auspices, with many locals planning to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Howard Taft
Greensboro
Thomas J. Murphy
J. Elwood Cox
W. H. Ragan
William P. Ragan
Elks
Sycamore Street
the Elks
Willowbrook Street Lot Deed Recorded In Greensboro
A parcel fronting 72 feet on Willowbrook Street in Greensboro was conveyed from J. W. Marsh to J. W. Lyndon for 1600 dollars. The deed was one of several realty recordings noted by the county registrar of deeds yesterday.
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Willowbrook Street
County Registrar of Deeds
Greensboro
J. W. Marsh
J. W. Lyndon
This Widow Was Helped by Foley's Honey and Tar
Mrs. A. Walden of 460 Glenn Ave Fresno California says a winter fever left her with a lingering cough. She reports Foley's Honey and Tar helps her every time and notes she is a widow aged 66. The product is advertised as effective for bronchial coughs colds and related ailments.
Cut This Out It is Worth Money
An old classified style ad offers a mail order trial package from Poley and Co at 2835 Sheffield Avenue Chicago. Payment includes five cents and clearly written name and address for Foley remedies such as Honey and Tar, Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poley and Co
Sheffield Avenue
Chicago
Foley
Mann Drug Co
C. and Y. Railway Schedule In Effect November 28 1917
Railway timetable outlines expected train arrivals and departures at listed stations with a disclaimer that stated times are not guaranteed. It notes the schedule is in effect starting November 28 1917 and includes typical operational details for travelers.
Dreco Herbal Medicine Praised by Alabama Merchant
Prominent Bessemer merchant Samuel Simmons recounts his and his mother’s relief from digestion and liver disorders via Dreco. He claims near five thousand dollars spent searching for a cure, calling Dreco the finest remedy and noting its availability in local drug shops including Ring Drug Co in High Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Ring Drug Co
Serbia Remains Faithful to Allies in War Declares Premier
Corfu March 30 AP dispatch reports Premier Pashitch asserts Serbia stays loyal to the allies despite German intrigues and peace offers. He cites Germany using clandestine channels to disorganize the allies, praises Russian resilience, and accuses Austria Hungary of intensified propaganda to sow discord and threaten Serbia’s unity.
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Corfu
Associated Press
Serbia
Enente
Pashiteh
Russia
Germany
Austria - Hungary
Peter
Austria-Hungary
Serbian Sacrifice Led by Allied Forces in War Effort
The passage notes the objective of destroying Serbia, praises America’s entry into the war, and emphasizes strengthened allied military and material strength. It calls for Serbian unity and continued civic virtues to ensure ideals are realized, warning against intrigues that threaten concord.
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Amvrica
Sinmv
Denman Thompson of Elwood Turns 39 in Small-Town Note
Local feature notes James Neal Thompson known as Denman in Elwood celebrates his 39th birthday. He jokes about aging after 35 and remains a busy worker for William H. Plummer, juggling telephones and jitney tickets between chores.
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The
Elwood
J. N. Thompson
James Neal Thompson
Denman
James Neal
Denman Thompson
Wiliam H. Plummer
Neal
Uric Acid in Meat Clogs the Kidneys
A promotional health note warns meat produces uric acid that weakens kidneys and causes back pains, headaches, and urinary issues. It prescribes Jad Salts as a cleansing remedy, detailing a daily tablespoonful mixed in water for several days to flush acids and restore kidney function.
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Taft
United States
C. & Y. R. Railway CO
A. M. Ly
Thomasville
Gordontown
Cid Denton Ar
High Rock
Aed
P. M. Ly
High Rock -Eaee
Denton
Cordontown
Seaaee
Alabama Merchant
Samuel Simmons
Second Avenue
Twentieth Street
Besse
Ries
Clifford Devereux
Zinita
Moliere
Victor Hugo
High School
Mann’s
ELM Street
Junior Red Cross
Gilmer Brothers Company
Veo Pontiers
Whitman & CO
Tovey
Liberty
Uncle Sam
the Commercial National Bank of
N. C
J. Elawood Cox
C. M. Hauser
J. W. Harriss
A. J. Idol
Cashier
C. H. Marriner
Asst. Cashier
Pittsboro
Chatham County
Moncure
Raleigh
Seaboard Railroad
A. C. Ray
Pittsboro, N. C
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