Ancient NC court records show unusual perjury punishment
The document outlines a historic North Carolina sentence in 1818 for Jonathan Coffey. The court ordered the pillory punishment with ears cut off and nailed to the device, rendering Coffey incapable of testifying in state courts until a future revisal, plus a ten dollar fine and costs.
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Iredell Superior Court
Mber
State
Jona- Coffeylea
Jonathan Coffey
Wty
Iredell County
Henry Seafall
Life's Mirror Reflects on Fame and Purpose
A short lyric contemplates a lamp and a star in night. The speaker questions whether personal renown matters more than humble utility and larger celestial light. The verse ends with a self doubting reflection on value.
Poultry Advice for North Carolina Farmers
Raleigh reports that mid summer rapid growth in young chicks should guide breeding choices. Dr. B F Kaup notes rapid developers yield high producers, while weak flocks arise from culling active birds. He cites NC farms lacking comfortable houses and laying mash. Bulletins on poultry care are available free from the college.
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Raleigh
N. C
B. F. Kaup
Poultry Department
State College
Xaupp
North Carolina
Dr. Kaupp
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