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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1902
Page
2
The correction notes a printer error in last week’s issue. It clarifies that county expenses for 1901 were reduced $1,009, not $100 as printed. The editors apologize for the mistake and provide the corrected figure.
The Raleigh Cape Fear Railroad grading contract goes to Lillington in Harnett County crossing the Cape Fear River. Raleigh residents anticipate a summer steamer excursion and a pavilion, while locals recall a rebuilt court house and a new bridge. The writer defends Lillington against Raleigh critics and honors its history and figures.
A letter from Robert A Foard of Charlotte urges North Carolinians to back a state wide primary at the Greens boro convention on July 17 to name the U S Senate candidate. He cites the referendum doctrine and warns against free pass delegates who could override the people's will. He calls for mountains to sea participation and a decisive democratic expression.
A letter to the editor questions county finances ledgers and bond plans. It argues the 5 cent levy cut and $25,000 bond authority show fiscal risk, cites past county controls by Dr. Wood and associates, and urges replacing the board with financially prudent members from across Halifax.
An offer promotes a yearly deal: the Commonwealth once a week and the Charlotte Observer twice weekly for $1.75, with the Observer described as eight pages and twice as large as the Commonwealth. The promotion emphasizes the Observer's world news coverage and urges readers to subscribe.
A 1902 Bertie county document urges Democrats in the Second Judicial District to nominate Judge Francis D Winston for another term. It lauds his record, financing, and service to the party during campaigns, asserting his bench performance is exemplary and that opposition would amount to party injustice. Signed by Leon Scull, Alexander Lassiter, W R Johnson, and J B Mitchell of Windsor, June 10, 1902.
An eight page seven column notice from the Semi-Weekly Journal of Atlanta promoting a one year subscription to the Commonwealth and the Semi-Weekly Journal for 1.73 and a free year of The Southern Cultivator as premium. The offer applies to arrears payers or new subscribers with a prompt call to action.
Public tax sale to be held at Halifax court house door on Monday July 7 listing properties in Brinleyville Township including Arrington estate Burn coat 96 acres Brewer 66 acres Shearin tract Hardy 15 acres Harvey 10 acres Macklin estate 123 acres Newsom 22 acres Powell 50 acres Richardson 14 acres Solomon 52 acres A Solomon 1 townlet Ringwood Ragott Browning 57 acres Davis 48 acres and other parcels with accrued costs. Tax collector W J McHorn notes total $613 with estimated balance $3.14.
A brisk sales pitch asserts readers should choose the best goods, offered at a small extra cost, claiming lasting satisfaction and cautioning against being misled.
The notice markets an instant vision examination service with a promise of free fitting for defective vision. It emphasizes quick results and accessibility for customers seeking help with poor sight. The ad highlights a trial period and encourages immediate contact or visit to access the free fitting option.
Local store announces new stock including N. C. Roe Herrings Old Glory Syrup in quart buckets Orange Syrup Molasses in barrels and jugs. A large selection of Lamps Glass Crockery Tinware and buggy whips. Full stock of groceries and a big lot of shirts drawers and pants at low prices. Save money and time by calling in.
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