Dillon donation of 25000 dollars for court house and jail
The Messrs. Dillon have donated twenty five thousand dollars for a new county court house and jail. The funds are deposited in two banks, fifteen thousand two hundred fifty dollars each, payable to trustee W. T. Bethea for immediate use after the New County bill passes. No strings tied to the gift. the money is under Bethea’s control. This may be the largest private contribution to a public project in the state.
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Messrs. Dillon
New County
Bethea
Messrs
Dillon
Pythian Convention Reflections From Dillon Visit
Florence visitor recounts the District 2 K P Convention in Dijon with detailed praise for speakers and performances. The piece notes late-night sessions, a noon meeting, and a post conference Dillon Lodge gathering featuring a lunch, coffee, and cigars, ending with remarks by W H Bartlett and confirmation of Dillon Herald’s annual price.
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C. C. Rembert
A. J. Evans
K. of P
Gertrude Brewstr
Dillon
H. K. Cottingham
E.R. Hamer
G. C. Douglas McIntyre
J E. Ellerbee
G. C. C. Rembert
Dillon Lodge
Castle Hall
Page
Esquire
S.T. Bailey
C. L. Daniel
W. H. Bartlett
Dillonites At Raleigh and Hayes Cupid in NC report
A Raleigh congress of the National Farmers, with delegates from 34 states, is described. J. J. McKay and E. C. Edwards, plus O. C. Hayes, attend, with Hayes singled out for romantic escapades amid speeches and a Palmico Sound oyster bake. Hayes’s patriotism and decisive vote on December 14 are celebrated.
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Old North State
Oklahoma
McKay
J. J
McKay W.B. Allen
E. C. Edwards
Gay Lothario
O. C. Hayes
David Beth
Hayes
Cupid
Tarbori
Congress
Palmico Sound
Haye
New
Brother Hayes
Life A Funny Proposition From A Detached View
A reflective excerpt notes life as a continual cycle of judgments from birth to death. It contrasts changing perceptions of a person as angel, devil, fool, thief, or hypocrite, depending on age, wealth, politics, or church attendance. The piece ends with a wry observation that life is a funny road we all travel.
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Earth
Abe Annette Atte
Luewhiel
Taj
Aiek Wiens
Mathlodemaidierely
Lata
TWO OLD CRONIES AT THE GRAND IN MACON
The Willis Company presented two old cronies, John B. Willis and Harry Mack, as Prof Kreitemeyer and O Donovan Duff, delivering flawless German dialogue and strong humor. The ladies provided popular songs with polished voices, Kate Helston impressed with dancing, and the overall show drew praise for its entertainment value. The troupe plans further performances with dates at Dillon Opera House on November 26 and 27, with tickets at Brunson's Drug Store.
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Macon Telegraph
Willis Company
John B. Willis
Harry Mack
Prof
Kreitemeyer
O'Donovan Duff
Kate Helston
Macon
Dillon Opera House
Brunson
The Abuse of Those Who Mould the Future of Our Country
A state college leader cites a demand letter seeking a teacher with limited pay and short tenure. He argues teachers deserve fair wages and respect, noting the burden of caring for many children and the high standard teachers strive toward. He urges viewing schools from the teachers perspective to improve education.
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Mit
Edaetin
Amy
Neolan
Mane
Tname
Christ
Couy Teaeter
Gingt
Vermont farmer seeks legal advice over lawsuit
A shrewd Vermont farmer visits a lawyer and asks for an honest assessment of his chances in a potential suit. He offers $50 for the consultation and questions whether pursuing the case would be profitable, prompting the lawyer to weigh the client’s prospects. The scene ends with a note about the Green Bag.
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Vermont
Coast Line Will Double Track In New County
An outside view of Marion County era shows a coast line project to double track amid local political shifts. The piece notes a public turnout, mentions a contentious county division effort, and recounts a locomotive incident at a street crossing as residents watched responders reset the engine.
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Coast Line
New County
Florence Times
Tuose
Marion County
Tate Ie
Hares Street
Herow
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Dillon Herald
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Raleigh
John B. Wills and Company
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Mallia
Mlartetson
Relwy
Gute Chemical
Athens
Free State News
Mr. Chrtis Lefielle
Hanya
DL. Couluchins
Wiktan
Oscar Fenegan
Ruins Allen
Honmoris Ville
Irene
Mes
Miler
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Mary Clings
Gusta
John Dunninwaeome
J. P. Rogers
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Pittsboro
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