Journal History of Tax Debate and Local Crime Trial
The article notes the Beasley publishers founding the Journal in 1894, price and contact details, and a long editorial on tax fairness. It then reports a trial in Tarboro where Mrs. Johnson, charged with killing her husband, was bound over to Superior Court after a preliminary hearing. Johnson’s confession details a violent confrontation and motive described by witnesses.
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Tarbore
Joseph Johnson
Martin County
Justice of Peace
R. J. House of
Oak City
Willamstown
Johnson
Tax Reform Clash Over Who Pays Share of Taxes
A Charlotte Observer reprint argues that wealthier individuals and corporations pay far less than fair value, outcry at tax inequities. It cites land holdings, corporate valuations, and personal property to call for reform, warning that the rich avoid duties while smaller owners shoulder the burden.
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North Carolina
Aittle
Ogreselvd Farmer
Wettten
Poe
Homer
Nam Lott
Seaboard Air Line Railway
Charlotte
Mountain
The
Observer
Yorkville
S. C
Monroe Bank Local Financial Statement 1914
A 1914 bank report from Monroe North Carolina closes its June 30 statement with cashier W B Adams attesting to its accuracy. Directors M K Lee W P Lee F G Henderson attest and W B Brown signs the oath on July 9 1914. Also an ad notes T C Lee & Co and Grove's Tasteless Tonic 50 cents.
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State of North Carolina
Union Co
B. Adams
W. B. Adams
M. K. Lee
W. P. Lee
F. G. Henderson
W. B. Brown
N. P
Drill Bores Square Holes In New Hayes Bridgeport
New Hayes Connecticut Bridgeport industry expands with rotating drills to bore true square holes. A simple mechanism attaches to lathes or milling machines and uses a triangular cutter guided by a square master cam to produce square holes. Changing hole sizes requires only a different drill while the master guide remains adjustable.
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New Hayes
Conn
Hamel Prefers Sea End Over Crowd Death
A London writer on Gustave Hamel notes that days before his disappearance he spoke of preferring to die alone at sea if his plane failed, rather than be killed in a crowded aerodrome or exhibition. The piece reflects on his wish for dignity in solitude versus sensational death.
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Friend
London
Aeroplane
Gustave Hamel
Hamel
Atlantic
mid-Atlantic
Chais
Fortune Not to Change Him in Pittsburgh Schoolroom
Pittsburgh born Professor BE Wollank of the Pitts burgh Normal will remain a teacher despite wealth. He and his son, a banker in Delhi Louisiana, are heirs to a large estate from a great uncle. The inheritance, over twelve and a half million dollars, will not lead him to retire, he says, and he plans to continue teaching until old age.
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Pittsburgh
BE. M. Wollank
Pittsburgh Normal
United States
Wollank
Berkin
Delhi
Germany eyes Brazil loan control plan discussed
The Frankfurter Zeitung says Deutsche Bank and Disconto Gesellschaft would only participate in Brazil's 100 million loan if Brazil's finances are adequately controlled. Hypothecation of customs revenue could achieve this, with syndicate members reportedly discussing the plan. Foreign capitalists should not be deterred by protests arising in Brazil.
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Berlin
Frankfurter Zeitung
Deutsche Bank
Disconto Gesellschaft
Brasil
Addy
The
Zeitung
Brazil
Rooster Injures Postmaster in Houston Minn
Houston Minnesota postmaster Frank Schonlau sustained severe injuries after a rooster charged him in his hemnery, tearing his face and body with sharp spurs. He fled for medical care, and the rooster was later captured while asleep and provided the family with a chicken dinner. Rubber roses and cherries decorate bathing capes in Atlantic City mirroring this season s fashion. Mexican color schemes on swimsuits replace last year s Bulgarian styles.
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Houston
Minn
Frank Schonlau
Schonlau
Schonlav
Atlantic City
N. J
Will excludes wife in New Jersey estate plan
The will of William B. Ryker leaving a $50 000 estate to friends and relatives omits his wife and gives his two sons only 25 cents each. In St Louis a new social fad features bronze statuettes of children as a stylish pastime.
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Branchville
N. J
William B. Ryker
St Louis
Embryonic Ones Reunion Ends With Clever Reversal
Two former schoolmates meet after years. The one now runs a successful business with a wife and three children earning two thousand a year. The other, once an aspiring actor, reveals he left the stage after hints the public would have been unkind if revealed.
Y M C A fundraising hits record totals this year
The Y M C A movement is poised to break records in new building fund raising. Philadelphia raised 1,020,000 in 12 days, fueling a 2,000,000 campaign for foreign capitals. Additional cities report strong totals including Brooklyn 415,000 Atlanta 600,000 Reading 217,000 Elyria 127,000 Charleston 150,000 Raleigh 75,000 Walla Walla 48,000 Ispheming 22,500.
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Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Atlanta
Reading
Elyria
Charleston
8. C
Raleigh
N. C
Walla Walla
Wash
Ispheming
Mich
Missouri Spelling Bee Ends After Seventeen Hours
Mrs Margaret Patterson hesitates then spells Seppud ohre and exits leaving Ruth Crenshaw as winner. The Pike county contest drew crowded stands and 10 000 words were used with 17 hours of intermissions and steady effort under the county school commissioner.
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Margaret Patterson
Missouri
Patterson
Ruth Crenshaw
Pike County
New York World
Recognized the Advice in a Doctor Visit
A physician instructs a patient to give up smoking drinking billiards and late hours while the patient notes his wife has been consulting the doctor. The exchange presents a domestic scene of medical guidance and family involvement.
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Monroe Journal
G. M. and
KP. Beasley
Journal Building
Jefferson and
Beasley Streets
Dr. Poteat
Call of the Kingdom
Jan
Farmers & Merchants Bank
Monroe
N.C
T. C. Lee & Co
U S
Germany
Republic
Rooster
Minnesota
Warner
W. H. Belk & Bro
Monroe, N. C
Chero-Cola Bottling Co
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