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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
2
The Commonwealth notes Scotland Neck happenings for Thursday June 3 1909 with editor FE Hilliard and assistant editor Asupy W Dunn. distribution mentions post office classification and publication details for the week.
Statewide reaction lauds Claude Kitchin for adhering to the Democratic platform on tariff issues. The North Carolina congressman is praised for voting with party pledges, contrasting with other NC Democrats seen as inconsistent on tariff for protection versus revenue. Kitchin represents the Second District, a Halifax County citizen with ties to Scotland Neck.
Publisher states editors do not endorse correspondents views. three communications published do not imply endorsement. Comstonweatru affirms adherence to these general principles of newspaper ethics.
An editorial urges county residents to gather at Halifax Court House next Monday June 7 to discuss a proposed forty thousand dollar new courthouse. It argues commissioners should hear public opinion from both supporters and opponents to reach a satisfactory understanding.
Mr Claude Kitchin told our reporter he opposes a $40,000 county court house, arguing debt would burden taxpayers and that voters should decide. He suggests cheaper remodels or a smaller new building and emphasizes public will should guide funding decisions. Also noted are Judge Connor’s resignation and anticipated swift appointment by Governor Kitchin.
From commencements statewide the year closes with widespread graduates entering the workforce. The colleges and high schools are credited with strong effort and lasting impact on the state's future.
An old time advertisement promotes Genuine Old Virginia Fish Roe in one pound cans and Argo Salmon. It highlights New Fat Mackerel Roe Herrings Kingan's Pork Sausage in five pound cans California Lemay Cling Peaches in heavy syrup and Delicious Pineapple Chunks in one pound cans.
A two week special term of Halifax county court opened with Judge O Tl Guion presiding. Key civil cases listed include Roanoke Rapids Power Co. vs Roanoke Navigation and Water Power Co. and Walter Clark vs Patapsco Guano Co. The criminal docket centers on State vs Flannigan and Clark. Grand Jury foreman W P White. Judge Guion urged diligence and discussed the abolished hangings and new electric chair policy and the need for a new $40 000 courthouse.
Halifax county residents express strong dissatisfaction with County Commissioners plan to spend $40,000 on a new courthouse. They urge trimming costs, proposing eight to ten thousand dollars to repair the existing court and jail. They warn taxpayers will hold officials accountable if the expenditure proceeds.
A silo offers space efficient feed storage reducing losses from curing and open air exposure. It provides succulent feed year round and helps tide over shortages while saving corn and enabling more land efficiency. Hardy Hardware Co. introduces Carpenter Morton Roofing as a durable alternative to shingles steel or tin with a free booklet.
Durham’s Black community is highlighted as an example of self reliance and wealth building, contrasted with Northern theorists who claim the race problem is being solved. The Durham Sun notes self respect, industry, and property ownership among local Black residents as a model for solving the issue without outside instruction.
An advertisement promises a reliable regulator for women addressing pains in the urinary tract and kidneys. It claims to be a certain cure available at druggists or by mail for 50 cents with a free sample, offered by The Mother Gray Company in LeRoy, New York.
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