Kinston Moves Forward with Publishing and Commerce
The Free Press reports a landmark meeting in Kinston leading to the formation of The Kinston Publishing Co with capital of 22 000. A chamber of commerce is organized, The Kinston Mantel Co is restructured, and funds are raised to support working capital. The editor hails the event as Kinston red letter day with lasting impact.
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Kinston
Opera
Kinston Publishing Co
Chamber of Commerce
Kinston Mantel Co
Amittee
Simmons Speech on Philippines Sparks Senate Debate
The article notes Senator Simmons spoke for three hours against the Philippine Government bill outlining concerns that Philippine occupation would affect the South economically. It contrasts U S tariff policy with import costs and argues for developing virgin Southern resources at home. A Texas senator Interjected to stress affordable manufactured goods abroad versus at home.
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Simmons
Philippines
Japan
United
Itor Simmons
Senator Simmons
Senatorulberson
Texas
Hill endorses crusade movement for colored progress
A Scottish Neck teacher writes to the Raleigh Post praising Rev. L. T. Christmas and the industrial crusade as the negroes future. The letter argues the movement lifts morals, reduces crime, funds business, and offers a new path beyond politics, urging nationwide crusade organization.
Poll tax threat—Rutherford County faces thousand-disfranchised voters
The Charlotte Observer notes Rutherfordton on April 24 reports about the poll tax under the election law. It says nearly one thousand voters will neglect to pay the tax and be disqualified from the next election, with about one hundred of seven hundred Black voters paying.
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Charlotte Obseryer
Rutherfordton
New Hotel at Roanoke Rapids Opens Doors
Roanoke Rapids reports the completion and opening of The Carolina, a new hotel by W. D. Tillery and Coghill, with record guest registrations. Electric street lighting planned by June and a 25-light contract with Roanoke Navigation and Water Power Co. Dominant local notes include church revival led by Rev. E. R. Welch and visits by Fayetteville and Richmond guests.
Competitive Examination for Naval Cadet in Weldon
A competitive examination for the appointment of a naval cadet from the 2nd District to the Annapolis Academy will be held in Weldon North Carolina on June 5 1902. Applicants must reside in the district for two years and be 15 to 20 years old. Each applicant must send full name age residence and politics.
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Annapolis
Weldon
N. C
Death Notice for W H Harrison in North Carolina
Cor to Fhre Commonw Kircaix April 29 1902 a mystic veil of sadness was cast over the community last Thursday when it was known that Mr W H Harrison was dead He was sick only one day taken in the morning and died at 10 o'clock that night He leaves a widow and five children to mourn his loss He was laid to rest in the family burying ground near by The burial services were conducted by Rev R B Clark May God s richest blessings rest on those who near and dear to him and may he comfort their sad hearts and help them to realize that he knoweth and doeth all things well.
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Kircaix
N.C
W. H. Harrison
Rev
R. B. Clark
You Can Lead a Horse to Water Yet Not Make Him Drink
A collection of fleeting ads and notices. Promotions for Scott’s Emulsion claim it makes thin people hungry to gain weight. Debnam Kinsey school in LaGrange schedules sermons debates and concerts from May 19 to May 29. Hall's Catarrh Cure advertises a $100 reward and endorsements from Toledo firms. Salem Female Academy marks its centennial May 23 to 29 with low tickets for attendees.
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Scott
Scott & Town
Ce St, N.Y
Salem Female Academy and College
South
Eis
Land Sale for Taxes Names Numerous Property Owners
Tax sale list shows J B Burgess 52 acres and many others from 1 to 1800 acres including J B Clark 507 acres and George Johnson 424 acres with prices per acre noted several small plots and a mill site. Local properties near Hobgood Hebron and New Light Lodge referenced.
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J. B. Burgess
W. B. Burnette
Alvina Coffield
Margaret Madty
Weeham Staton
Frank Litch
Jumter
M. B. Ballard
James Boyd
Edward T. Clark
David Clark
Theo. Davenport
Old Hobgood
E. A. Everette
M. C. Fleming
Frank Henderson
Joseph Harris
Wmn. Howell
R. W. Hyman
P. Hyman
Howard & Gatlin
Hobgood
George Johnson
New Light Lodge
Allen Matry
Martha Pitt
B. F. Shelton
Heb
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Rory
Scotland
Senate
Sim Rawlins
Carmack
Wea
Senate Chamber
Champ Clark
Missouri
T. Hill
Scotland Neck
Raleigh Post
L. T. Christmas
Morning Post
Baptist Sunday-school Union
Martin Luther
Bro. Christmas
Crusade Movement
Pete
Roanoke Rapids
Commonwealth
Roxoxe Ramvs
W. D. Tillery
Jackson
Second Strects
Carolina
Coghill
Roanoke Rapida
Methodist Church
E. R. Welch
Roanoke Navigation and Water Power Co
Sands Gayle
J. W. Wilson
Mas. H. L. Brothers
Fayetteville
W. R. Wright
Richmond
John Perry
Emma Webb
Blackstone
J. B. Yarborough
Hamilton Street
Brinkleyville
N. Y
A. L. Vinson
Z. B. Mitchell
Norman
Littleton
J. H. Norman
A. G. Willcox
Antioch
G. G. O'Neill
Halifax
Crowells
Bear Swamp
Craype Kircnim
Washington, D. C
Cardus
Cardui
Market Street
Zane
Rarauk
Bay
MT Rouse
Debnam-Kinsey School
LaGrange
J. E. Rich
B.F. Dixon
Raleigh
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Weet
Dr. King
Taylor's Gracey Store
White & Paull
Neck
Seg.ion
Oeweldon,n. C
U.S
Commercial Department
General Banking Exchange and Collections
Savings Department
United States
Wm. H.S. Burgwyn
Sam‘. F. Patterson
James T. Gooch
John M. LE Rewer
Scote
E. E. Hinuiarp
Joan W. Housa
Ened
Charleston
Pullman
Atlantic Coast Line
T. M. Emerson
H. M. Emerson
Wilmington
E. T, Whitehead
North Carolina
Tarboro
Day & Hedges
S. F. Dunn
Dunn & Whitmore
Main Street
M. Hoffman & Bros
Wilson
Allsbrook
Morunns
Lief
W. Mixon
Optician
Court House
Peter Hawkins
J. E. Woodard
Cinccmnara
Adline Staton
W. A. Cherry
W. J. Gary
F.K. Cameron
Gabril Durraux
C.W
Halifax County
Roseneats Township
Palmyra Township
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