Convict Littermore Returns to Old Farm for Good
A North Carolina convict named John Littemore escaped the Great Falls camp by slipping his bracelet and headed toward his Northampton county old place. Bloodhounds tracked him to the farm where he calmly asked to resume work, seeking his old position rather than freedom. The governor may consider allowing him to stay.
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Wetpos
N. C
John Littemore
Weldon
Northampton
Roanoke River
Great Falls Company
John
Great Falls
Littemore
Littlemore
Funeral of Mr W E S Herbert Sketch of his life
The obituary notes Mr W E S Herbert died suddenly of heart failure after a day of cheerful greetings at the Raleigh warehouse. He was 34, a Methodist, and leaves a wife, three children, and aging parents. Funeral at the local Methodist Church with pallbearers named. interment in church burial ground.
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Senderson
Raleigh
Neil
Debnam
Methodist Church
H.W. Norris
J. J. Burt
T. B. Holt
C. M. Thomas
W. A. Massey
H. M. Wright
B. Godwin
R. C. Rollins
C. F. Siler
J. B. Alford
A. i
Wake Forest Campus Orators At Night Under Oaks
A Wake Forest report from September 10 describes a campus scene where students rehearse at night under large oaks. An older visitor watches as ambitious youths pace and recite speeches hoping for medals and fame among classmates.
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Wake Forest
N. C
Wake Fest College
Brutal Outrage Reported in North Carolina
News from Charlotte recalls a brutal assault on Ida Hagler, a twelve year old adopted daughter of W. A. Roberts, at Newell's station. A burly black man, about 5 feet 3 inches, 150 pounds, wearing a checked shirt and striped pantaloon, chased and choked her as she gathered grapes in a garden. He fled after the act and was to face swift justice if captured.
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North Carolina
Newell’s Station
Alliance
Butler
Charlotte
Ida Hagler
W. A. Roberts
Charlotte Chronicle
Alama Hirt
Baskets Cost and Freight Raise Raleigh Concerns
A prominent Baltimore merchant bought four crates of baskets for $1.00 each and paid $5.00 freight to Raleigh. He questions why total costs appear high and asks where the Railroad Commission is. The State Chronicle notes the issue and calls for scrutiny of shipping charges and railroad practices.
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State Chronicle
Baltimore
R. and
D. R. R. Company
Raleigh
Railroad Commission
New York Republicans for Blaine Report Mix of Bets and Belief
Rochester dispatch notes World reporters asked delegates if Blaine would accept the Republican nomination and receive support. Ballots show Blaine 639, Harrison 16, Foster 3, McKinley 1, Alger 1. absent 6 non committal 107. A speech by Simpson includes a dictionary joke amid remarks.
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N. Y
Rochester
World
New York
James G. Blaine
Benjamin Harrison
Char Foster
William McKinley, Jr
Russell A. Alger
Habeas Corpus Case Delays Jones Return to Florida
Lee Jones of Florida who attempted to kill his wife by shooting her did not gain relief from habeas corpus. Judge Whitaker heard the arguments in the Supreme Court library yesterday morning with counsel for Jones and for Florida represented by Sheriff Buckles. Jones was then turned over to the sheriff and transported eastward on the afternoon train.
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Lee Jones
Florida
Pleasing Performance by Barlow Bros Delights Large Audience
The Barlow Bros presented a bright variety show last evening to a very large audience. New jokes impressed, dancing and musical specialties pleased the crowd, and contortionist Ferry the Frog ranked highly. The company is noted for consistently filling houses.
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Barlow Bros
NC Farmers' Alliance Leader Comments on Cotton Pickers Strike
Marion Butler denies a North Carolina strike order and says the move is led by the Texas and South Carolina colored alliance. He doubts its reach here, cites 35,000 members as exaggerated, and says the Alliance plans to meet and crush any local strike when issued.
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Marion Butler
North Carolina Farmers’ Alliance
North Carolina
Colored Alliance
Humphrey
Texas
South Carolina
North Car
Alliance
Reform Press
Progressive Farmer
Negro Alliance
White Alliance
Ler
Sugar Lo
Cape
Proposals for Erection of Building in Goldsboro
Forty five proposals invited for erection of a building at Goldsboro North Carolina. Bids due October 6 1891. Must follow plans and specifications by the building committee available at Raleigh and Goldsboro offices. Right reserved to reject any or all bids.
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Goldsboro
B. H. Woodenl
Raleigh
N.C
N. C
Parker & Son Form Cotton Buyer's Partnership
M. A. Parker & Son announce a copartnership to conduct cotton business from Raleigh North Carolina with regional correspondence. They offer to purchase and handle cotton, assist spinners with orders, buy finer grades, store up to 50 bales, and provide liberal cash advances, boasting good prices and strong connections.
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M. A. Parker & Son
Raleigh, N. Cc
McPherson and Thompson Promote Jackson Spring Remedies
McPherson and Thompson of West End Moore County North Carolina advertise Jackson Spring as a health source for chronic diarrhea cystitis kidney troubles and other ailments. They tout balmy breezes pure atmosphere and natural springs long known in Moore County to aid pulmonary and asthmatic troubles and invite the public to sample at reasonable rates.
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Aberdeen
West End
Raleidh
Quipr Jackson Spr
Jackson Spring
Moore County
North Carolina
Jacksc
Jackson Springs Mineral Water Story and 1890 Analysis
The article outlines Jackson Springs mineral waters long known for healing indigestion and other ailments, attracting visitors and campers as popularity grew. It notes a group obtained option on the springs and surrounding land, and cites an 1890 analysis from the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station confirming mineral content.
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Jackson Springs
Moore
Sumey
State Agricultural Experiment Station
Marvelon Promised Healer Works Wonders for Suffering
A testimonial from a reader praising Marvelon as a tonic that restores strength and eases fatigue. The account mentions rapid improvements after use, with relief lasting months. The writer references repeated trips to Jackson and Bethesda for health benefits and notes the product’s acclaim among friends.
McPHERSON THO Offers Mineral Water Bottled for Shipping
Shipping note lists six to the gallon and two dozen bottles of strong mineral water packed in large bottles. For prices and address, McPHERSON & THO, West End, Moore Co.
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Blaine
Charlotte Glovenicie
Simpson
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Daniel Webster
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Seax
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Norfolk
John W. Hinsdale
Citizens Nat Bank
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