Custer Massacre Film Promised at Rex Theatre Tomorrow
A dramatic silent reel depicting Custer and his troops wiped out by hostile tribes will debut at the Rex Theatre tomorrow night. The film, praised as vivid and faithful, portrays the 1876 firefight with emphasis on courage and tragedy, promising a memorable historical depiction.
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Custer
Rex Theatre
Atlantic
United States Army
Lodge
Eagle
Ball
Little Horse
Pappoose
Sitting Bull
McLaughlin
Retra
Fort Lincoln
Tom
Garry Owen
Tharp Hardware and Manufacturing to Open in Monroe
The Tharp Hardware and Manufacturing Company, long trusted in Elkin since 1870, is moving its operations to Monroe. Owner N W Tharp moved his family, with plans to overhaul the Henry Broom old stand for glass front retail and to expand tinning and fruit canning outfits, tapping a large Southern malt order business.
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Tharp
Thanks for Help After Our Son J T Hollaway
Mr and Mrs J T Hollaway express gratitude to those who aided during the ten day illness and death of their only child J T Jr They note God directed friends and strangers to help and that their darling is now at rest despite sadness and loneliness.
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J. T. Hollaway
The House That Jack Built Opera Rehearsals Begin
The Mother Goore Operetta House That Jack Built under the Missionary Society of the Methodist church will be presented October 25. Rehearsals are in progress with children directed by Mrs Neva Summers Burgess. She is a experienced versatile leader trained in Chicago.
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Jack
Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Neva Summers Burgess
Chicago
Burgess
Part of Sewerage Work Stopped by Injunction
Mr J T Shute owner of the Shute Sewerage Company secures an injunction from Judge Pee Dies preventing the town from laying sewers in the Shute territory. The suit to be heard on the 16th aims to force the town to buy the Shute plant. disagreement over price blocks a sale.
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J. T. Shute
Shute Sewerage Company
Death of Mrs Fletcher and family note in Monroe
Mrs Ada Fletcher died suddenly on Sunday October 6 leaving husband B J Fletcher and three children, one infant. She was 23, interred at Grace Chapel with services by Dr. Weaver. Survived by husband, parents Mr and Mrs A J Fowler Jr, and siblings. Also reported: three deserters from the navy, held for court in Stouts after arrest by Constable W H Starnes. rewards issued for navy deserters.
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B. T. Fletcher
Ada Fletcher
B. J. Fletcher
A. J. Fowler, Jr
Grace Chapel
Weaver
Leteher
Monroe
Navy
Walter Brady
Stouts
Recorder
W. H. Starnes
Vance
Norfolk
Installation Service at First Presbyterian Church
A public installation service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday at 7 20 pm. Rev Henry EB Gurney will be installed as pastor with Rev R H Rolston of Charlotte presiding and preaching. Rev Geo H Atkinson of Albemarle and Rev A J Crane of Marshville will conduct charges. The choir will perform music and all are invited.
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First Presbyterian Church
Henry EB. Gurney
R. H. Rolston
First Presbyterian Church of
Marriage at Trinity Unites Connie Osborne and Hosea Preslar
In Trinity church on Sunday evening October 6 a large gathering witnessed the marriage of Miss Connie Osborne to Mr. Hosea Preslar. Attendants included Miss Kate Broom and Miss Susan Godwin, with organist Miss Kate Eubanks. The couple received congratulations and shared a brief reception at the groom’s home with a supper follow up.
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Trinity
Trinity Church
Connie Osborne
Alex Osborne
Hosea Preslar
Alfred Preslar
Ellen Preslar
John Helms
Kate Broom
Walter Davis
Susan Godwin
Leroy Preslar
Bessie Collins
EM Lowery
Emma Davis
Kate Eubanks
Trinity Choir
J L
Long in Aiken County Self-Defense Case
An article about Hugh Long in Aiken County, South Carolina, reports he was attacked by Gunter from behind, knocked down, choked, and beaten before Long fired in what locals call self defense. Sentiment favors Long as readers describe broad support and blame minimal.
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Journal Today
Hugh Long
Aiken County
8. C
Long
Gunter
C. C. Sikes
Mr. Long
New Clothing Store To Open In Monroe
Messrs J. W. Hamilton and B. C. Griffin, popular local merchants, plan a clothing store in the new Main street building owned by Mr H. B. Bundy. They expect to be ready by the end of next week with a stock of men clothing and related goods.
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J. W. Hamilton
B.C. Griffin
Monroe
Main Street
8. B. Bundy
Printer J G Boylin marks 25 years in Wadesboro
Twenty five years ago J G Boylin left Monroe to start printing in Wadesboro. He grew a tiny paper into a twice weekly eight page Messenger and Intelligencer. Friends praise his news gathering and community ties.
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Jim Boylin
J. G Boylin
Hoylin
Hiv Gue Cowa
Appointment of Union County primary poll holders 1912
The notice lists appointed poll holders for the North and South Union County presidential primary to be held November 3, 1912. Names include Johnson, Blakeney, Ashcraft, Wingate Outen, Helms, Eubanks, Rogers, Wier, Davis, Niven, DeLaney, Davis, and others. The appointments follow the recommendation of Ney McNeely, R.W. Lemmond, and R.A. Morrow, with officials from Gov W. W. Kitchin and Chief Justice Walter Clark involved.
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Motte Ders
Ftate
Democratic
U 5
Nations
Union County
Ito
North MO
C. Davis
Simmons
M. Niven, Jr
John Hill
Clark
DeLaney
Hudson
Kitchin
Sandy Ridge
T. M. Winchester
Chirk
Emsley Morris
Vance
R. H. Tomberlin
J. P. Boyd
H. Om, Orr
South Goose Creak
W. Hamp. Brooks
Olive Branch
A. A. Gaddy
G. W. Broom
L. A. Staten
A. J. Brooks
Democratic Executive Committee
N. C
Farewell Service for Rev Sneed Ogburn Sail to Japan Mission
A farewell service was held for Rev Sneed Ogburn son of Mr N B Ogburn who left yesterday for San Francisco to sail on the 15th for Japan as a missionary under the Southern Methodist church. Ogburn is supported by Central Methodist church Monroe. This marks the third Monroe youth to go to the mission field in recent years. The other two are Rev Steve Stewart and Rev George T Stewart. Monrovia will be involved in Red Cross Seals sales to fund tuberculosis work.
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Mr. Wilton
Willan J
Ords
Wiston
Wood
William Three Aimes
Sun
Fairview
Bryan
Campaliger
Nebraska
Lincoln
18Th Street
Auditorium
13Th Street
Govenor
Mr.Bryan
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Taft
Roosevelt
Mr. Bryan
Gov
Wilson
United States
Gov. Wilson
Woody
Pueblo
Col
Denver
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Iowa
Wilson and
Marshal
Gov Wilson
Central Church
Sneed Ogburn
Ogburn
San Francisco
Japan
Southern Methodist Church
Central Methodist Church
Monroe
Steve Stewart
Methodist Church
George TP
Southern Presyterian Church
Mr. Stevens
Ching
Stewart
Why Republicans Back Hill and Rowland in Robeson County
Statewide reports say Governor Kitehin is gaining strength daily while Simmons stock faded from its peak. Senator Simmons campaigns vigorously though critics note voting against his party platform questions his Democratic credentials. The piece argues Simmons stands as a Democrat in name only, implying Republican leanings.
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Hill, Rowland
Robeson County
Sun
Kitehin
Simmons
Senate
Overman
Woodrow Wilson
W. J. Bryan
Chamberlain's Tablets Promote Easy Gentle Relief
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as effective and mild for common ailments. It claims they are easy to take and pleasant, offering gentle relief for ailments described in the text.
Jury Drawn for Week of October Court Session
The court set to begin October 28 for civil trials. jurors listed include Haney Tyson Hagler Collins Griffin Baucom Smith Austin Chaney Haley Niven Parker Connell Smith Clonts Crook Brewer McWhorter Byrd Robinson Aldridge Elliott Lott Bruce Huneyente Williams Heine Moore Hoover Gurley Manus Matthews Nivens Evans and others. The criminal November session is scheduled for November 6 with Judge Peebles elsewhere.
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Judge Peebles
T. RF. Haney
J. i. Tyson
G. W. Hagler
Ko A. Collins
M.A. Griffin
J. Allen Baucom
J. Smith
J. W. Austin
We AL Chaney
R. J. Haley
J. M. Niven
A. J. Parker
N. J. Connell
Preston ‘Smith
Lal Clonts
Josiah Crook
George Brewer
J. J. McWhorter
W. B. Moore
Byrd
W. J Robinson
J. J. Aldridge
RW. Ellott
J.T. Bruce
O. V. Huneyente
H.W. Willams
RS. Heine
Cleve Moore
T. B. Hoover
M.D. Gurley
Loin Manus
J. W. Matthews
N. Nivens
Thos. Evans
Auto Turned Over Injuries Reported in Field
A Saturday incident near Matihews saw Dr. R. L. Payne and Horace Neal in a slow trot auto accident. The vehicle rolled over into a ditch with the car on top. both men escaped serious harm. Dr. Payne sustained internal injuries to his machine in the crash.
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R. L. Payne
Horace Neal
Dr. Payne
Mr. Neal
Dr. Neal
Chamberlain's Whig Voted Best Cold Remedy Says Dealer
Enos Lollar of Saratoga Indiana declares Chamberlain's Whig the best cold remedy on the market after fifteen years of selling it. For sale by all dealers.
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Chamberlain's
Enos Lollar
Saratoga
Ind
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