Sale of Land in Halifax County Under Court Order
In Halifax County a master will sell at the courthouse door on January 4 1909 at noon a 10 acre parcel in Faucett township. The land borders Dr W M Perkins Nora Lerkin Pat na Cronly Littleton and Hals road and was inherited from Richard Key through G Io ch. Sale for cash to the highest bidder. Signed December 1 1908 by J M Brov.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax County
J. M.giton
Ida B. Finch
J. W. Barnes
Halifax
Halifax Waty
N.C
Cows crave phosphate in ground rock says dairyman
A Wisconsin dairyman notes cows on manure heaps lick phosphate rock, seeking phosphorus in the soil additive. He asks experiment stations for guidance and cites pigs fed phosphorus as promising. The letter also touts DeWitt’s Early Risers liver pills sold by a local firm.
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Arnyard
Wiscon
DeWitt
E. T. Whiteheed
Christmas Trees And The Yule Log Tradition Across Europe
The article recalls how Christmas lights burn through night, a sign of strength against storms. It describes England with the Yule log tradition, lit to glow all night, and notes Germany’s child centered Christmas with the Christmas tree bearing toys. It mentions the straw tree tradition in Florence as a gift holder, reflecting varied customs.
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England
Germany
Notice to creditors of estate of W H Harrell deceased
Administrator W T Ruffin calls creditors to present claims within one year from November 26 1908 or be barred from recovery. Debts owed to the estate should be settled promptly. Attorneys Kitchin and Smith listed with date November 26 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Harrell
W. T. Ruffin
Admr
Kitchin & Smith
The Christmas trees in history and Spain’s customs
A brief essay traces the origin of the Christmas tree to ancient China’s records, noting the use of a decorated tree at court and contrasts Spanish Christmas traditions with American ones, where gifts and stockings appear and the nativity scene centers the celebration. It ends with a playful Town Topics subscription plea.
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China
de Il
Spain
Holiday Bargains At B C Josey & Co Shoes and More
In this sale notice shoppers are invited to inspect Selz Royal Blue shoes for men Goodman Shoes for women and children with solid leather and half price on sizes. The store promises a great showing in ladies dress goods and a broad bargain lineup across furniture and home goods including White C Oil kerosene and practical gifts for Xmas with many items too numerous to mention.
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Selz
Goodman
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Brella
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Locket and Chain
Huyler
Anda
Lowney
Mike
Dancy
E. T. Whitehead Company
Scotland
N. C
Lithia
Eperial
Main St. Hotel
the Candy Man
Santa Claus
Tassie
Howard Block
Macnai’s Drug Store
Eredis
Robt. M. Rawls
Tarboro, N. C
Xmas Goods
J. D. Ray & Co
Dr. King
Nense CO
America
Jesus
Uric
PVG
Florida
Cuba
Atlantic Coast Line
J. Craig
T. C. White Etacative
Wilmington
Tame ST. Peterburg
Ft.my
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Cksonville
auGusTine
Amond Yaytonanford
Palm
Savage Seed
N. R. Savage & Son
Richmore
B.C. Josey & Company
Selz Royal
General Merchandise
Scotland Neck
R. C. Josey & Company
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