Mirror of Wilson News Dated April 16 1880s
Content recounts local items from Wilson with notes on Rev Tuttle preaching, Memorial Day plans with Wilson Light Infantry and Goldsboro Rifles, a fire at Mr Cotton’s kitchen, Cornelia More departing to teach, and praise for the Charlotte Chronicle obituary prose. Includes playful aphorisms and community notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Tuttle
Bethiehem Church
Wilson Light Infantry
Goldsboro Rifles
Goldsboro
Cornelia More
Wilson
Thomasville
Glenwood
Johnston County
Wilmington
Yadkin Valley
Charlotte Chronicle
Discontent and Hope in a Nation of Suffering Souls
A meditation on social envy and spiritual solace argues that merchants, bankers, laborers, and politicians all feel dissatisfaction. It concludes with hopeful faith that unrest ends with divine rest, urging endurance, righteous action, and eventual contentment in the hereafter.
Exquisite Sunday Singing by Miss Lily Gay
Miss Lily Gay delivered a tender singing of the hymn Fle leadeth me on Sunday morning after a grand sermon by Mr. Tuttle. The reviewer praises celestial tones and angelic purity, comparing the performance to heavenly harmonies and tranquil elysian grottos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Tuttle
Lily Gay
Heaven
Elysium
Ihleaven
Let Them Alone on Celebrated Question of Women
An editorial quips that men should not try to boss capable women. It praises a wife’s or woman’s independence and power, arguing women will outmaneuver domineering attempts and should be allowed to exercise their own influence. The piece dismisses harsh attempts to control women as impractical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calico
Gold Prospects in Nash County Highlighted by Argonaut
The Argonaut discusses Nash County gold finds led by the Arthur Arrington property. It notes potential near Springhope and along the Albermarle Raleigh line, predicting a strong mining district with capital and energy but cites past auction failures for lack of bidders.
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The
Argonaut
Nash County
Arthur Arrington
Springhope
Albermarle & Raleigh
America
Sermon on Resurrection by Bishop Lyman at Episcopal Church
Bishop Lyman preached a Sunday night sermon to a large crowd on the resurrection. He described death as a tunnel to endless light and comforted mourners with reflections on the grave’s soft radiance. Afterward nine people were confirmed in the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Church
Merited Praise for Hickory Business Leaders
The State Chronicle highlights Hickory notable figures in a page extra praising local enterprise. It spotlights J. A. Martin of Shuford Hardware, describing him as a thorough hardware man who runs the firm with strict business focus. The piece notes the company’s fair dealing and strong hardware assortment in Western North Carolina.
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State Chronicle of
Hickory
Wilson
J. A. Martin
Shuford Hardware Company
North Carolina
Modest praise letter withheld by Mirror editors
A highly valued compliment from a devoted reader is kept private by the Mirror. The writer praises the publication as a source of joy while noting strong, even angry, passion would be sparked if the letter were printed. The editors choose discretion, preserving propriety and virtue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Mirror
Palatiful Mornings' Radiant Glade Echoes May
These mornings shimmer with silver light and May's glory. The air bears budding flowers and woodland melodies that lift hearts to rapture. Heaven seems to kiss the earth as gentle breezes caress the yielding scene.
Anniston Town Convention Returns Ward Votes and Officers
The town convention in Anniston was harmonious. Ward results: 1st R L Wyatt 39 F I Finch 21. 2nd E Barnes 36 J A Clark 21. 3rd George Wainwright 41 R T Stephens 23. 4th J W Davis 25 B J Barnes 15. 5th J K Rawls 28 M B Atkinson 19. Executive Committee: 1st ward W J Sanders. 2nd ward A W Rowland. 3rd ward C Nies. 4th ward Dr C E Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Wyatt
F. I. Finch
E. Barnes
J. A. Clark
George Wainwright
R. T. Stephens
J. W. Davis
B. J. Barnes
J. K. Rawls
M. B. Atkinson
W. J. Sanders
A. W. Rowland
Nies
C. E. Moore
A Famous Plow Heads to Government Use
George Wainwright of Wainwright and Royal announces the United States Government will purchase the Hee Cotton Plow for the Industrial Home School in Georgetown DC. Dr. Nathan Anderson is summoned to Anniston Alabama to aid Mrs. Roberts nee Miss Mena Branch, whose illness is deeply mourned by friends.
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George Wainwright
Wainwright and Royal
United States
Georgetown Pd.c
Nathan Ander
Anniston
Roberts
Mena Branch
Anderson
Branch
Argus of Goldsboro Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
The Argus of Goldsboro marked its fifth anniversary with a fine edition full of quality content. Editor Joe Robinson is praised for intelligent leadership and vigorous efforts toward Goldsboro’s development.
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Argus of
Mavis Thompson Marries in Baltimore
Miss Mavis Thompson of this place wed Thomas Lynch in Baltimore last week with Rev C Dinos at the Inman Uel Baptist Tabernacle officiating. The Warrenton District Conference plans its annual session at Toisnot starting April 24 at 5 PM, with Rev Z T Harrison delivering the introductory sermon and sessions running through the fourth Sunday in April. Delegates from Wilson M E church include F A Woodard Jno Bruton A B Deans and Jonas Crowell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Mavis Thompson
Thomas Lynch
4. C. Dinos
Inmanuel Baptist Tabernacle
Wilson
Warrenton
Toisnot
Z. T. Harrison
Enfield
N. C
Wilson M. E. Church
F. A. Woodard
Jno. Bruton
A. B. Deans
Jonas Crowell
Wilson County Farmers Alliance Resolutions on Tax Case and Senator Vance
Read Them. The Wilson County Farmers Alliance passes resolutions praising the organization’s stance on the American Fertilizer Company license tax and supporting Senator Vance for introducing the sub treasury bill in the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson County Farmers Alliance
American Fertilizer Company
Vance
Senate
United States
Grand Spring Opening at Young Bros This Week
The ad promotes Young Bros. unveiling new goods and dresses with a large line of Henriettas Serges Mulls and Char lies. It markets new clothing hats and bargain deals. The message urges readers to visit for bargains and highlights a major sale event at Young Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Bros
Fine Sermons and the Idea of Purity in Eloquence
The fragment hints at sermons praising purity and richness of expression, contrasting elegant rhetoric with a cultivated, refined approach. It presents themes of flavor in speech and the moral tone of discourse.
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Wilson Mirror
Henry Blount
Col
John D. Cameron
Asheville
Bob Barnes
Bob Evans
Cameron
Jesse Mercer
A. J. Cotton
Mr. Fuller
Elis
Bower
Nash
Bishop Lyman
the Argus
W. C. Taylor
Fryar
Dow
Bree
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