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Newspaper

Orange County Observer

Location

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1893

Page

2

Promotion Praise for George H Murphy in Hanover Consulate

The Orange County Observer reprints a certificate from Consul General Edwards praising George H Murphy for his ready and diligent service at the Hanover consulate post. The document notes his German language skills and long service record, with formal commendation dated April 10th, 1893.

Edwards George H. Murphy North Carolina Weil The United States Markgrafen Strasse 49 Wenn George HT. Murphy Hanover Hondetfersen Iles Davis Haleizhans

Maleneh Man Appointed Consul General at Shanghai

Mr. Atfred J. Jones of Maleneh has been named Consul General in Shanghai. The appointment was endorsed by leaders in the North Carolina delegation and other officials.

Atfred J. Jones Maleneh Shanghai Jones S Hie North Carolina

World’s Fair Visit Earns Cordial Welcome in Cleveland

Resident Cleveland, via Secretary Thurber, recalls a cordial reception for a World’s Fair visit. He notes the Enterprise display area and the overall arrangement, praising the appearance of buildings and the store’s efforts as a memorable experience.

Cleveland Thurber

New Law Strings Caral Lynchings and Prisoner Protection

The act tightens penalties for breaking in jail to harm prisoners and requires open court trials by a jury. It assigns duties to guardians and officers, outlines witness attendance, and locates jurisdiction in the Superior Court. The measure covers pardons, expenses, and compensation for those harmed by jailbreaks.

Lobettor

Local Letter Describes Health Tactics and Travel Anecdotes

A dated letter recounts travel through Florida and the Holy Land, mentions bottles of PY PL medicine, and notes a dramatic illness and recovery in a household. The writer, Jo N. McElroy, describes cautious use of a tonic, a rapid improvement after a near death episode, and requests continued use or distribution of the remedy.

Ouest Oolande Florida Isa Lipmmon Savannas Leoldabotle Jo N. McElroy

Chicago Fair buildings and exhibits described in detail

The article lists costs and dimensions for multiple fair structures including the Machinery Hall at 12 million dollars and 1,400 by 1,000 feet, Fine Arts, Horticultural, Government, Agricultural, Mines, Transportation, Womans, and Fisheries Buildings with various widths and lengths. It notes thirty three buildings from different States and several foreign nations.

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Hillsboro Store Buys Used School Books Yearly

Notes inquire about purchasing 00 second hand school books in good condition at the Hillsboro store. Accepts new books or others in exchange. Looks out of date items not wanted.

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Market Produce Prices from Worekty Hittisnorno Manker

Corrected by N. W. Brown & Co. lists farm commodities with unit prices in ets per bushel or pound. Items include wheat, corn, oats, meal, sweet potatoes, bears, flour, beeswax, pork, hides, green hides, sassafras, feathers, wax, wool, sugar, cotton seed, furs, and skins. Emphasizes preparing produce for market to secure best cash price.

Worekty Hittisnorno Manker He- Phokt N. W. Brown & Co Sassafras

North Carolina items show mills growth and crime notes

The Rocky Mount mills will add 14,000 spindles in June, creating a 28,000 spindle mill the largest in the state. A Shelby resident ran a kitchen whisky still during a license election period. Cumberland county claims eight elderly women at one church, Raleigh reports the state seal with motto Esse quam Videri, and convicts work inside the prison. Asheville plans a Boys Farm School on Swannanoa river with 250 students starting by October. Caterpillars devastate Gum trees in Cumberland area and disrupt rail travel. Marketing notes include Dr King’s New Discovery sales and Fortress Monroe’s vast cost.

Rocky Mount Argonaut Rocky Mount Eatton Mills Rocky Mount Shelby Fayetteville North Carolina Raleigh Charlotte Democrat Charlotte Observer Boys’ Farm School Swannanog River Asheville Home Mission Board The Presbyterian Church In America Sherrill and Davidsau Samuel Jerfey Cornell University

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