Rousing Campaign Speech in Southport by Col. Davis
Col H C Davis of Goldsboro energized Southport voters with a Democratic rally at the Court House urging backing of the party in November. Mayor Ruark introduced him as patriotic songs were performed. Judge Connor opened a two week Superior Court term with over 150 criminal cases listed, many for tax nonpayment.
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Southport
N. C
Brunswick County
Col
H. C. Davis
Goldsboro
Court House
Davis
J. W. Ruark
America
Columbia
Gem of the Ocean
Connor
Photograph Leads to Altar in Chicago Romance
Ruth J. Babcock and Fernly R. Harris of Austin Minnesota wed at the bride’s Evanston home today following a romance sparked by an advertising photograph. Harris learned of the bride from a picture she posed for wearing a Paris hat, which crossed paths to his Minnesota hometown and inspired his pursuit of the couple’s future.
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Chicago
Ill
Ruth J. Babcock
Fernly R. Harris
Austin
Harris
Minnesota
Harris Crame
Cheego
Dboebcoek
New Chief of French Army Staff Named
General Du Port has been appointed chief of the general staff of the French Army, praised for energy and leadership with broad approval across ranks. Newark reports the appointment comes as French defense leadership solidifies amid ongoing reforms. The piece also covers the American Society of Municipal Improvements 23rd annual convention in Newark with delegates from major cities and Canada.
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General du Port
Newark
N. J
United States
Canada
American Society of Municipal Improvements
Raymond
Andrew F. McCallum
O’iawa
New Fates Gauge Higher Rates Stir Lumbe rton Citizens
Lumberton residents debated the new electric light and water rates approved by the board of commissioners. The 15 cent per kilowatt hour power rate from Yadkin River Power Co. replaces town produced power at lower cost, sparking criticism as rates rise for many users. Water minimums rose to 1.05 for 3 000 gallons with overage at one cent per hundred, while quality improves from the town filter plant. Town registrar J P Townsend opened registration for the upcoming election. A singing class from Oxford Orphan Asylum performs Monday at 7 30 pm. Truth published by local Republican headquarters will continue until election. A Presbyterian church committee plans a 325 000 church building. Adjt. Emil Christophe, a banker now serving with the French, keeps a German shell as a souvenir after it failed to explode.
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Lumberton
Board of Commissioners
Yadkin River Power Company
J. P. Townsend
Lumberton Township
Townsend Bros
Oxford Orphan Asylum
Opera House
The
Presbyterian Church
A. W. McLean
A. H. McLeod
H. M. McAllister
John S. McNeill
T. A. McNeill, Jr
H. G. Morehouse
Sharp Struggle for Young Bride in Shelby
In Shelby a federal habeas corpus action spurred by Jack Martin to reclaim his wife from Hill Lackey led to a violent confrontation. The 17 year old bride, torn between father and husband, appeared at court in Shelby, then fled with Martin as a crowd supported the couple and offered to back their cause with funds.
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Shelby
Jack Martin
Falliston
Hill Lackey
Virginia
Martin
Brooklyn Wins Tight Road Game in Slugfest
In the third of the series Brooklyn battles Boston with key plays at the plate. Lewis to Scott to Thomas ends a seventh inning threat as Gardner belts a homer and Pfeffer enters to pitch for Brooklyn. Stengel and Hooper follow with outs while Wheat swipes a steal and Cutshaw reaches on a wild pitch ruling. Nine innings show Boston’s Foster and Hoblitzell held in check as Brooklyn edges ahead in a low scoring finale.
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Page One
Lewis
Scott
Thomas
Boston
Daubert
Gardner
Coombs
Pfeffer
Brooklyn
Myers
Stengel
Hooper
Wheat
Cutshaw
Foster
Hoblitzell
Mowrey
Olson
Miller
Bsoton
Shorten
Stingel
the Secore
R. H. E. Baston
Fecee
Gecern
Pie as Poem Sparks Kitchen Collaboration
In a Kansas City Journal snippet a woman admits the cook helped with a dish described as a poem, noting the collaboration while choosing to share the credit.
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Kansas City Journal
Ford Owners Notice Spark Plugs In Stock
Genuine Champion X Spark Plugs in stock for Ford cars. Regular price 75 cents each. Special four for 2.50. Visit W. D. McMillan Jr at 108 to 112 North Second Street. Bargain announcement from 105-71.
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W. D. MacMillan, Jr
North Second Street
FORD
W. D. McMillan, Jr
Dollars or Homes: Carolina B L Association Stock Offer
Offer for new Carolina Building and Loan class stock at 50 cents per share weekly with $100 maturity in 3 1 2 years. New series starting November 4. Stock available at L W Moore’s office 123 Princess KE T Taylor president. Also rental info for six rooms and a store at 317 North Front Street. Samuel Bear Sr Sons. 311 North Front Street.
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Carolina B. & L. Association
Carolina
L. W. Moore
Princess
KE. T. Taylor
North Front Street
Samuel Bear, Sr. Sons
Produce ad from W C Kirkham Co announces carload arrivals
Today a carload of apples wine saps Albemarle Pip pins spies and Buckinghams will arrive tomorrow alongside carload of potatoes cabbage Green Mountain Maine potatoes and finest table potatoes. Call W C Kirkham Produce Co. October 10 11 1.
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Maine
W. ¢. Kirkham
Bear Produce and Merchandise Co. Advertisement Sale
Carload of fresh produce including 700 bags Green Mountain Irish Cobbler Potatoes apples onions pears cranberries lemons limes oranges and a full line of candies. Orders invited. Bear Produce and Merchandise Co. phone 323 Wilmington NC.
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Bear Produce and Merchandise Co
Wilmington
N. C
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Col. Davis
Society of Municipal Improvements
Gen. DU Port
R. M. Norment
Adjt
Emil Christophe
Los Angeles
Adjtaemil
Christopher VII
Janvrin
Gene Byrnes
DeVore
Mr. Beard
Satchwell
Southern Sign Shop
Princess Street
B. Wise
Fire Board
Stove Pipe Headquarters
W. B. Klander
Batson'’s
Market Street
Woodall & Sheppard
International Correspondence School
Scranton
Cantwell Lumber Company
Front
Meares
Coast Line Hotel
James & James
Southern Building
L. C. Smith
Ithaca
Lefever
Fox Baker
Remington
Uncle Charles
South Front Street
Gordon's
Royal Arcanum
B. O. E. Box
Castle Street Furniture Co
Castle Street
O. J. Mintz & Co
Carolina Apartments
J. G. Wright & Son
Batson
R. B. Moore
J. D. Bender
Third and Castle
Norfolk
Batson’s
Postal Telegraph Cable Company
Postal Telegraph
Dock St
Orange St
Nun
Worth 6Th St
Chestnut
Grace
North Fourth
South 2Nd St
South 4Th
Church
Red Cross
South Front
Chestnut St
South 17Th
Perry Ave
Ann St
Woolcott Ave
Campbell
W.B. Cooper &Co
South Second Street
Builders’ Supplies
W. B. Thorne and Company Water and
Ann Streets
Peoples’ Savings Bank
Wilmington, N. C
the Murchison National Bank
H. C. Mc Queen
Ct. S&s. Grainger
J. W. Grainger
J. W. Grainger, JR
J. W. Yates
W. S. Johnson
M. F. Allen
Bos Gor
Igl
C. W. Yates
Vulcan
Tide Water Power CO
Siva II
Duipiai Difoor Vali
American Bank & Trust Company
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