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Newspaper
Pinehurst Outlook
Location
Pinehurst, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1901
Page
2
Soils in the region are porous and fertile and largely cover the mountain slopes with virgin forests. The text attributes these soils to North Carolina and its resources, highlighting the landscape's natural richness and potential for development or study.
A guest letter from February 28, 1901 reports vandals at Pinehurst cutting and removing a tall long leaf pine near the deer park. The writer notes the trees were planted four years ago and warns guests to avoid further trespass while explaining the transplanting challenges of long leaf pines.
A large crowd filled the Hotel Carolina last Sunday evening for an impressive concert by the local orchestra. Performances included Mendelssohn and Verdi works, solos, and descriptive pieces, with the audience spellbound and eager for next Sunday's program under Director Sharp.
A reader lists birds seen in Pinehurst from January 12 to March 4, including Mockingbird bluejay meadowlark bluebird red headed woodpecker hairy woodpecker red cockaded woodpecker flicker white breasted nuthatch red breasted nuthatch brown headed nuthatch tuftedtitmouse carolina chickadee junco myrtle warbler pine warbler tree sparrow field sparrow chipping sparrow wallup sparrow white throated sparrow sparrow hawk loggerhead shrike robin thrush yellow bellied sapsucker cedar waxwing red winged blackbird rusty blackbird purple grackle bobwhite quail and chewink.
A large Pinehurst audience enjoyed a well executed concert at the Holly Inn last Sunday evening. The orchestra, growing in public favor, delivered clear performances of music by the old masters. Manager Mr Homes aided the event, pleasing guests and contributing to the success.
The article reports a series of church services at the Village Hall last Sunday led by Rev. Prescott and others. A 11 o’clock communion drew a large audience, followed by a well attended Christian union service with sermons by Rev. Prescott and others. Dr. Meserve spoke on the Negro problem at Shaw University, amid choral singing, a soprano solo, and Bible class growth. The Hurst Amateur Dramatic Union presents He She and It and Mr Bob at 8:15 Monday with cast details and ticket times posted.
The Episcopal church will hold a holy communion at 1am conducted by Rev. Mr. Prescott. At 1 o'clock, the usual Christian union services will be led by Rev. D. W. Fox.
At the close of this service the ly communion will be administered. Rev D W Fox will conduct assisted by other ministers and elders. Music by the choir. Sunday school and Bible class open at 12 30. At 3 15 the Episcopal service will be held by Rev Mr Gregory. At 7 the prayer and praise service with short addresses. Rev C E Smith of Fredonia N Y will conduct. All are invited.
A special car will leave the Carolina and Holly at 10 30 a m and return at 12 30 p m Sundays March 10 17 24 and 31. The trip serves a church service in Southern Pines.
The programme will be performed in the Holly Inn music room next Sunday evening. March 10th features War March of the Priests. Berlin in Day and Sorrow. Hearts and Flowers. Faust. Fair Maiden of Seville. Canzonetta. Lost Chord. Sanctisatima. Fantaste. Junt for Happiness. Abide with Me. Performers include A J Links and Barnard.
Pinehurst enjoys a bustling winter season with full hotels and cottages. Guests frequently regret leaving and many plan to return, drawn by familiar walks and drives, friendly guests, and the manager’s efforts to please. Returning visitors also bring new guests, fueling the resort’s growth.
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