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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1880
Page
3
Yadkin county population 12436 and a parade of notes from Beaufort to Winston. Excursions, church events, school news, court reports, and market updates fill this August snapshot with names like Juper Cloud, W. O. Luxmurs, Beulah Baptist, Mt Tabor, Waughtown, and Salem.
An attempted assault near Salem ends with Mrs Idol defending herself as a Black man approached on a railroad path. Her brother aided but the assailant escaped. Judge Lynell may be sought if caught. The report also mentions local church events and farming notes.
A Saturday night disturbance in Sapurdar Negeles escalated with threats of lynching against George Lewis after clashes between white residents and Black crowds. Police requested militia as tensions rose, then eased when Captain Brown deployed the Winston Tight Infantry and the mayor arrived to restore order. Authorities urged lawful conduct and respect for officers to prevent violent outcomes.
A reward will be paid for the return of a gold ring bearing initials. Please return to D S. Busou or Dso.
The Forsyth County Sunday School Association met at the Moravian Church in Sale on the Sully and 4th with Rev. C. H. Wiley as President and E. A. Ebert Secretary. Reports praised countywide Sunday School growth, new schools organized, 468 teachers and officers, 3810 scholars in classes, 252 Sunday papers distributed, and a strong financial balance. Delegates from Winston to Broad Bay elected. next session planned for Winston in August 1684.
A recycled newspaper blurb promotes a quack remedy named Top Ehters with claims it cures ailments and guarantees happiness and health. The note admonishes readers to avoid costly humbugs and heed wiser advice from trusted sources or columnists.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Oak Widze Institute with specialties in English French and suitings and a book-keeping department. It urges young men to prepare for commercial pursuits and mentions exams and a Spring Bed patent on display by TLHL Bowles at Pfohl and Stockton.
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