Soldier's Danger and Heroic Peace in Civil War Echoes
The piece weighs war risk and mortality in Civil War memory and modern fronts. It contrasts Confederate and American soldiers, cites insurance statistics countering propaganda, and argues most who go to war return in better shape, while acknowledging some will not. It ends with reflections on seeking happiness and living simply.
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Cme
Europe
Petersburg
Atlantic Monthly
Equitable Life Insurance Company
Red Cross
Germany
Ifié
Beatents
Babson
New York
Palmer
State Board of Health
Rousseau
Local Exemption Board Reports Rising Rates of Claimants
The article notes a portion of volunteers face exemptions under the exam process this week. Officials estimate about 20 percent of those called for examination are claiming exemption, reflecting hesitation or eligibility issues among young men in the area.
Butter Capsule Reveals Fort Sumter Note in Local Butter
Col Rube Lemmond buys butter from Col Vic Redwine amid scarce supply. An old capsule hidden in the butter contains a note warning to eat sparingly and referencing Fort Sumter firing revived, prompting amused dismissal by Redwine.
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Rube Lemmond
Old Jersey
Vic Redwine
Col. Redwine
Col Lemmond
Fort Sumter
Redwine
Death of Unionville resident J T Williford at 76
Mr J T Williford died at his Unionville home at 4 40 am after about three months illness. A miller by trade he ran the Unionville telephone office for years. He was 76, a native of Ireshen county, a Methodist and Mason. Survived by two children L A Williford of Bostic and Miss Mabel Williford. Burial with Masonic honors planned for Unionville at 2 pm tomorrow.
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Williford
J.T. Williford
Unionvile
Methodist Church
Masonic Lodge
Ireshen County
Unionville
L A. Williford
Bostic
Mabel Williford
A Fool and His Money Make a Noise
A wry saying notes that folly with wealth can create a loud impression. The remark suggests appearances of value may mislead when wealth accompanies poor judgment. It echoes caution about social pretense and financial missteps.
Ironized Paw-Paw claims for stomach relief in Charlotte ads
Citing stomach trouble nervousness weakness and debility residents are urged to try Ironized Paw-Paw. The ad promises liver stimulation improved digestion and steadier nerves with a one dollar bottle priced by English Drug Co New York and state drug firms.
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Charlotte
English Drug Co
State Drug Co., Inc
New York
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Monroe Journal
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Journal Building
Beasley Streets
Lott
Walter Rawlings
Wilwington-Charlotte
Vance Township
BY John Beasley
Men's Union
Poros
Brigan
Lisle
Silk Sox
Monroe Hardware Co
G&j Tire
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Chamber Commerce
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