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Newspaper

The Monroe Journal

Location

Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1911

Page

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Wall Street View Predicts No Rally for Planter Prices

Henry Clews & Co of New York say prospects for better cotton prices are slim. Southern farmers, aided by the Farmers Union and state agricultural departments, push a holding movement to steady prices amid weak market sentiment and talk of supply outpacing demand.

Henry Clews & Co South Union County Farmers Union Alexander State Union Graham Raleigh Wall Street Henry Clews &Co New York Tt Hi Spitmers Hantemouth Lyne

Lynching at Honeen Path Ends in Mob Action

A 17 year old Black boy Will Jackson was accused of assaulting an 11 year old white girl near Honeen Path South Carolina. After capture he was driven toward Anderson, then moved to Greenville where a mob pursued. The prisoner was hidden in woods near town and later strung up at a nearby spot. Gunfire erupted, with hundreds of shots reported.

Will Jackson Honeen Path S.C Crina Anderson Wito Nob

Hyde Seeks Baptism After Murder Conviction

Samuel Hyde, the white man who killed his wife and her father on the dunes and is under sentence, has requested baptism and church membership. Judge Prince, who sentenced Hyde, is in Conway holding court. A Baptist church committee letter requests an order to transport Hyde from jail to the church for baptism.

Hyde Anderson Samuel Hyde Dunes Settenc Lang First Baptist Church Prince Conway Mittee the Baptist Church Hlyde

The Veteran Who Lied About Raleigh Home Admission

Priv ate Walker Alber ture Enterprise notes a Pond county veteran who died leaving a will valuing an estate in the thousands of dollars and bequests to individuals but nothing for the Raleigh Soldiers Home where he stayed four years, after falsely claiming eligibility to gain admission.

Raleigh Pond County Tie Aithy Privrge W. Walker Alberture Enterprise

What the Conspirators Have Done For Us

Cotton price changes trigger major losses for Maxton Robeson county and state producers. Decline from 14.50 to 8.75 cents per pound yields $28.75 per bale drop plus $5 seed loss, totaling $33.50 per bale drop. Estimated statewide loss $25,150,000 on 700,000 bales.

Cottish Maxton Robeson County South

Happenings Around Wingate

Wingate notices report family visits, local moves and school programs. Mrs W E B McWhirter of Marshville hosted relatives, Mr Heny Bivens plans to move near Wingate after buying property from his son-in-law, and several residents visited Charlotte. A Sunday school enrollment and a Wingate School program on October near quarter close are announced with recitations and philosophical queries.

Wingate W. EB. McWhirter Marshville Hugh MeWhirter MeWhirter Anne Gaddy Polkton Mises Nell Brownie Efird Dorothy Lowery Charlotte Heny Bivens Lanes Creek Township Asys. TS Funderburk Andl Mt. Croghan S.C Lowing Wingate School Therany Societies Ramy Low Dorothy Josephine Low Mary Wilma Dones United States Bryn Wo Medlin Rooive W. Biggers BL. Biggers Mary Perry

John Robinson's Big Circus Comes to Monroe

John Robinson's circus touts a vast, self contained operation with 470 performers and 70 ponies valued at 70 000 dollars. The traveling town includes barbers, blacksmiths, cooks and staff totaling many, with 23 assistants to John Robinson and a complete staff. The show, its logistics and culinary department, highlight the scale and economic impact as the big show arrives in Monroe on October 30.

Phe Splenaa Johan Robinson Shaws Ysix Wailers John Robinson Monroe

Farmers' Day at Monroe Opens With Parade and Exhibits

An Open Air Display of Farm Products around the Court House Square on November st will be farmers day in Monroe. The Union County Farmers Union will lead fifty local unions in a parade with banners, showcasing old and modern implements, fawn wagons loaded with farm products, and varied displays. Dozens of premiums will reward best coin of different varieties, canned fruits and vegetables, home-made molasses, poultry, pigs, and other stock. The event aims to be educational with school involvement and state speechmaking, followed by prizes and related ceremonies.

Mon Union County Farmers’ Union Ian Hank Rey Tation

Murder Suspected In Rail Yard Tragedy Of Local Farner

Oscar Wicker, a Lee County farmer about 45, was found ill near railroad tracks a few days ago. A coroner's jury concluded he was killed by no train, amid reports he had attended a circus and was drinking. His wife and three children survive.

Oscar Wicker Lee County Railrard Tech Fn Circus Drinkin

Pay One Year In Advance For The Journal Premium Offer

A call to subscribe to The Journal with a one year prepaid option, promising a handsome premium as an incentive. The notice emphasizes this limited time offer to attract advance payments and secure a gift with subscription.

Union County Club at the University formed

A Friday night meeting on October 6 organized the Union County Club at the University. Officers elected include B S Laney as president and J Craig as president. R W Scott as secretary treasurer and A R Newsom as corresponding secretary. Members listed with graduation years and roles. The club aims to foster county unity, promote University awareness, and support good local initiatives.

Union County Boys Union County Club B.S Laney J. Craig R. W. Scott A. R. Newsom S. BR B.S. Delaney G. Craig M.A. Griffin Sherrin Robt Hamilton G. Long Ket C. Parker Mie W. F. Mendrix T. Mienter le O Prive Wis L Putker Mason and Dixon ELS. DeLanre A. R. Ne . Pres

Pay Your Taxes Sheriff John Griffith Notices

Taxes are due now and must be paid. Sheriff John Griffith calls on residents to settle their tax obligations promptly.

Proceedings in Recorter's Court and Nearby Trials

Proceedings in Recorter's Court list multiple preliminary hearings and verdicts. Officers and defendants including W F Moore and Will Alsobrooks face assorted charges from robbery to assault with deadly weapon. Several cases suspend costs or bond requirements. others bound over or discharged.

Get W. F. Moore Waxhaw David Chambers John Moore John Moore, Colored, Forgery; Bound Over To Next Criminal Term of Superior Court Ben Fanderburk Will Alsobroks Will Alsobrooks Ganson Anid Costes Sul Recordey Walker Bal Connie Staten Rd. Smith Will Tass Charlie Scott Scott Capias

No Developments in Horn Home Robbery Case

No new progress in the Sunday morning robbery of Mr. W W Horns home. The robber’s identity remains unknown. Chief Laney continues diligent work, with no new leads or suspects. A reward of two hundred dollars failed to attract outside help, underscoring case difficulty.

W.W. Horn Chief Laney Sol Stack Gay Kitchin

Opening of the Public Schools in Union County

The public schools of Union County will open about November 5. Expect no time loss as the term is short. Parents and teachers urged to ensure school houses are sanitary before opening for the health and life of the children. Illustrated song by Mr. Henry Fairley at The Dixie tonight.

Union County R. N. Nisbet, Co

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