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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1903
Page
3
The item notes ScoTLAND Neck Market listing farm produce with cotton corn and todders priced 18e to 25e and reports Mr J Savage showing a thirteen month old vineless yam potato. It also mentions Ivy removed from a warehouse roof to halt rot, reflecting railroad authority actions and warehouse upkeep.
Last week’s Superior Court criminal docket shows multiple guilty verdicts and varied sentences. Walter submis and Hari al Teay-submis faced jail terms and fines, larceny cases including Gibbs and Thomas ended in one year or six months in prison, with costs or suspended judgments noted. Several minor cases and unresolved sentences indicate a busy docket.
Promotes Buexlen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for burns, cuts, sores, eczema and piles. Claims rapid soothing effects and urges purchase at B.P. Whitehead & Co. Drag Store for 25 cents.
A detailed account from Lawrence North Carolina describes the Grace Episcopal Church ceremony on December 2 1903. Elizabeth Knight and Herbert C Bass exchanged vows in a hallmarked wedding featuring a Mennelssohn march, a full bridal party, and an elegant reception. The couple will reside at the grooms parents home after January 1. Also noted are numerous social visits and movements of local residents. Mr N Biggs reports a three acre corn patch yielding seventy five barrels.
Teachers wishing to prepare for examinations should write at once to Prof J L Graham L L D 152 154 Randolph Building Memphis Tenn for particulars concerning his special Teachers Examination Course This course is taught by mail and prepares teachers for examination in every State in the Union Leading educators pronounce it the best course ever offered to the teaching profession and all teachers wishing to advance to their profession should immediately avail themselves of it Endless stamp for replies received.
Miss Helen Smith daughter of the late Alexander H. Smith died at her home in Williamston Monday night from appendicitis. The remains were taken to Scotland Neck and buried in the Episcopal cemetery with Rev. G. W. Phelps officiating. Her mother Mary Smith and brother Alex Smith attended, along with Mrs. Frank Boyle and Mrs. Darden of Hamilton and Harry Biggs. The column also lists honor roll names for Graded School for December and reports on paper delivery and a Bazaar at Episcopal church with proceeds for the church.
Corres pondence from Crowells North Carolina dated December 7 1903 reports Dr H B Fergerson of Halifax visiting Crowells Jaet Friday. Local youths miss oyster supper due to cold drive. Residents include Tom White of Scotland Neck and legal matters with Messrs Barkley Lewis Wiggins Fitzpatrick at court. Girls and boys socialize at J G Ellens. Misses Pope Brinkley Phelps Fleming Pittman and Alma Pope feature in holiday plans and sermons. Henry Pope cuts toe. Louise Pope recovers from lagrippe. Reed sells tobacco at Enfield.
Ask today for Allen's Foot Base powder to cure chilblains swollen sweating sore aching damp feet. Available at all druggists and shoe stores. 252.
The notice promotes reading materials and budget dining, appealing to readers who enjoy books, magazines, and detective stories. It emphasizes affordable options for consuming literature and food without detailing specific events or dates.
An advertisement proclaims a store named Our House offering uniform pricing and cheap goods. It promises cash customers and new merchandise, claiming sixteen ounces to the pound and four peeks to the bushel. Seller Kryu W.8 Walston invites all shoppers to visit for low prices and quality items.
Dawson North Carolina December 7 1903 Miss Katie Sharpe of Rocky Mount came Saturday and will spend Christmas here with her home people. Mr and Mrs C E Hargrove of Halifax spent a short while here Saturday. Mrs R L Fleming of Enfield is the guest of Mrs S A Partine. Rev J K Henderson spent Friday night in Enfield. Miss Lizzie Pittman and Mr William Pope of Crowells spent a short while here Saturday. Mrs W R Moore of Manchester Virginia was called here to the bedside of her uncle J L Fleming who was seriously ill. Mr J Bennie Partine made a flying trip to Halifax Saturday. Mrs B F Weaver of Scotland Neck was here a few days ago. Mrs Goodrich of Enfield is there visiting her daughter Mrs Julius Sharpe. Mesdames W R Walston and Lula Sooke of Scotland Neck visited relatives here a few days ago. Mrs Molly Pope is again very ill. Mr W J Partine went to Enfield. Madam Rumor speaks of approaching marriages. Mrs Alex Milliken and Mrs Walter Manning of Whitakers are by their sister Mrs W B Harris. Mr W A Quincey went to Enfield Sunday to visit his mother Mrs D P Quincy. Miss Mamie Barnes spent Friday in Scotland Neck. Mess J Benson Partine and W Ed Fleming were visitors over the creek Sunday. Mr J L Fleming departed this life December 4 1903 age 87 years. His remains were Interred in the old family burying ground Saturday afternoon. Hey J K Henderson conducting the burial service.
The article argues stomach issues affect workers more than rich men and recommends Green's August Flower as a long standing remedy. It claims the medicine stimulates the liver, creates appetite, aids digestion, and revitalizes the body, with trial bottles offered by E.T. Whitehead & Co.
Mrs G R Dixon of Rocky Mount North Carolina advertises items with prices from 3 to inches for one Ratus AG and two Nubles from 5 to 12 inches, seven rattle from 12 to 20 inches wide at one dollar each. The note lists contact as R Dixon Rocky Mount NC with pricing details.
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