Wesley James 114 Years Old in Charleston Area Tale
The Charlotte Observer profiles Wesley James a centenarian claimed 114 years with 68 children born twins or triplets and thirteen wives. He recounts a Civil War era train wreck on Columbia bridge earning wages and living by light work while memories of family and mischief unfold in an alley interview.
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Charlotte
Charlotte Observer
Wesley James
Ford
Bulliivan
Charleston
East Fourth Street
Wesley
James
Yassiy
Alexander Street
Columbia
Camden
Cap
Desis
Allen
Port Sumter
Werley
Yassir
Blick Cat Foretells Wilson Triumphat Local Office
A black cat named Omena was adopted at AGON Al Lie executive offices in Ae bury Park after a good luck omen. Rudolph Forster, executive secretary, noted the cat and the Wilson supporters praised the sign as Election Day nears. The cat will stay at the office then move to Washington for four years. Nearby, a herd of thirty one cows near Rochester leaped to their deaths after fear of the river bluff.
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New York World
Wilson
AGON
Aebury Park
Rudolph Forster
Washington
Wilson Booner
Wittmore
Genesee River
Rochester
N.Y
Fee
Anita
On with the dance old hen 4 Row engaged for every set
A lively social notice shows a dance event where the phrase on with the dance signals the program. The item references a performer group or dance partner named old hen 4 Row as engaged for each round of the evening.
Why Hughes Speeches Fall Short Says The World
The World argues Hughes speaks without honesty or conviction. It blames his tone on Republican campaign tactics and coalition politics. It claims he defers on eight hour work limits and Mexico intervention, appealing to prejudices rather than principles.
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New York World
Woodrow Wilson Independent League
Hughes
Wilson
Ean Vate
Wall Street
Iowa
Mexico
Esidyot
Mr. Hughes
Charles E. Hughes
Lax-Fos Mild Laxative and Liver Tonic Promotion
Lax-Fos is marketed as a mild effective laxative and liver tonic that does not gripe or disturb the stomach. It contains cascara and is described as stimulating while aiding digestion and restoring healthy liver secretions. The ad emphasizes gentle action and digestive support.
Littleton College Seeks Catalog Requests for 1914
Littleton College, a well established and prosperous school for girls and young women, announces pall term begins September 20 1914. For catalogue, address JM RILODES, Littleton NC.
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JM Rilodes
Littleton, N.C
Laundry and Pressing Service Ad in Charlotte
An advertisement for laundry work and pressing notes up to date service and an agency for the Model Steam Laundry of Charlotte. Laundry picked up Tuesday evening and returned Thursday all services paid in cash.
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Model Steam Laundry
Charlotte
Wadesboro Night Crossings Marked for Safer Streets
Wadesboro authorities unveiled new traffic measures at street intersections aimed at slowing speeders. Chief Martin announced the plan on the square as residents praised the step, though some urged further action to curb reckless driving.
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Wadesboro
Ansonian
Martin
Wayfarer
War aging soldiers turn gray in trenches
Scientific discussions note rapid graying among soldiers under thirty serving in British French and German camps. Officers often show gray hair sooner, with Canadian army surgeons reporting hair whitening can occur within a week to ten days though not overnight.
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Engand
Monroe seeks bids for street paving project in 1916
The city of Monroe North Carolina invites sealed proposals for paving streets. Bids due 2 00 p m October 11 1916. Plans and specifications available at City Clerk or Engineers. Bid security 5 percent required. This marks first permanent paving in Monroe with likely wider program.
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Monroer
Monroe
Notout Bank of Carolina
National Bank
J. W. Fowler
N. C
Lee
J. B. McCrary Company
Third National Bank
Atlanta
Notice of Administration for Robert W Helms
Administratrix Mrs Sarah L Helms of Union County North Carolina notifies all claimants to exhibit claims against the estate of Robert W Helms deceased by August 23 1917 or their recovery may be barred. Creditors are asked to make immediate payment. August 22 1916. W O Lemmond Attorney
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Robert W. Helms
Union County
N. C
Sarah
L, Helms
Admx
Notice of publication of sum in Union County NC
Public court notice states Daniel Starnes and others sue L A Thompson Bettie Browden Nancy White and others to set aside a will of Alexander Thompson died and to quiet title to land. Defendants are named to appear October 16 1916 per order of Judge EB Cline. failure to appear leads to relief by law. Case records show R W Lemmond clerk and attorneys Redwine & Sikes.
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North Carolina
Union County
Daniel Starnes
W. B. Starnes
John Richardson
L. A. Thompson
Bettie Browden
Nancy White
Will White
Walker Thompson
Sallie Williams
Hardy Williams
Will Thompson
Lula Crenshaw
Henry Thompson
Ella Thompson
Ida Thompson
Elizabeth Thompson
Belle Carter
Rebecca Starnes
Moses Starnes
Bettie Freeman
Ham
EB. B. Cline
R. W. Lemmond
FH. Wolfe
D.C
Redwine & Sikes, Attys
Notice of Sale of Valuable Farm Lands in Monroe
Commissioner W. B. Love announces sale on October 2, 1916 at noon at the Monroe courthouse door of three property tracts tied to the Dr. W. H. Gribble estate. Tract sizes total about 110.9, 64.17, and 99.5 acres. Terms: one third cash, one third in six months, one third in twelve months with interest on deferred payments. Properties front Wolfe Pond Road. viewing by contacting Mr. Steil Gribble, Route 14, Monroe.
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R. W. Lemmond
H. W. Gribble
T. C. Eubanks
W. H. Gribble
Frank Gribble
Court House
Monroe
Wolf Pond Road
P.O
P. O
Wolf Pond
Wolfe Pond Road
No &T
Wi ‘Olfe Pond
W. H. Gribee
Steil
Gribble
W. B. Love
Sale of Valuab Real Estate by Public Auction in Monroe
By deed of trust Thomas H. Simpson and Mattie Simpson owe J. C. Somers 9408.95. R. B. McLaighan trustee offers the lands in Monroe for cash at the courthouse on Monday October 2 1916 at 12 o clock. Description includes two lots: first a 30 by 180 foot west half of lot 2 on Monroe map bounded by Crowell street Price and others, and second a described lot on Washington street Alley G. with specified boundaries. Restore not copy wording exactly.
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Thomas H. Simpson
Mattie Simpson
J. C. Somers
Monroe
N. C
Towlt
Crowell Street
Alley B
T. J. Price
Jefferson Street
E. B., Fitzgerald
C. St. Simpson
W. G. Winchester
A. A. Laney
Washington Street
Alley G
Said Street
R. B. Melaughtan
Land Sale under Mortgage Trust Deed in Union County NC
Public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the Monroe courthouse on October 2, 1916 at 2 PM. The tract lies in Union County, NC, adjoining J P Fowler W F Thomas J F Stewart and others, containing about 21.5 acres, and is part of T A Fowler lands. Trustee Hiley Greene and Receiver W L Mann of Albemarle, NC oversee the sale.
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D. F. Hinson
Hessy Hinson
A. D
Office of Register of Deeds
Union County
N. C
Court House
Monroe
N.C
County of
Union
State of North Carolina
J. P. Fowler
W. F. Thomas
J. F. Stewart
R. H. James
James
John Stewart
Stewart
Stewart's Corner
T. A. Fowler
Tilis
Hiley Greene
W. L. Mann
Albemarle
Notice of Sale of Farm Lands in Union County NC
Commissioner W B Love announces sale of eighty acres in Vance township Union County North Carolina on October 21 1916 at 12 oclock at Monroe courthouse door by order of J T Parker vs C G Parker et al for partition cash terms. Forty acres remain after excluding forty acres previously sold to C G Parker. Deed recorded in Union County Register of Deeds Book 41 page 309.
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R. W. Leamond
Sup R Court
Union County
J. T. Parker
C. G. Parker
Court House
Monroe
Vance Township
North Carolina
Riggin
Register of Deds
W. B. Love
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Bey
Thompson
Cyrus Thompson
Onslow County
Wilmington Star
Elbert Hubbard
Wellin
Yasir
Chillun
Diesere Bey
Gamblin
Ty Bay
Bose
Blick
Keeneboro
Greensboro
W. J. Holloway
Littleton College
The
Carolina Pressing Club
Helms & Hinson
Proprietors
McCoy OS
Edward Allbrooks
Main Street
Henry Lewis
Alsbrooks
Andrew Hayes
Red Bluff
Lewis
Hayes
the Journal
Sumin
R. H. Garren
Hamilton-Liles Co
Julia R. Price
Hayne St
G. M. Smith
Union Drug Store
Maines
S. B. Bivens
Marshville, N.C
Carolina Bank
R. L. Payne
Old Postoffice
Union Drug Co
B. C. Redfearn
Bruner
Marshville
Matthews
W. B. Houston
Fitzgerald Building
Law
W. C. Lemmond
Old Library Room
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