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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1924
Page
4
A traveling salesman notes Wilson’s rapid, steady growth with many new homes under construction and over a dozen firms expanding their space. Local observers confirm ongoing development with new business buildings and vacant storefronts filling, proving progress is real.
Wilson County reopened schools after a one week break while others take a longer holiday. Superintendent Charles L. Coon advocates a one week vacation as best for the term. The piece cites NC legislature, auto licenses, and a New Year slogan as context.
Sunday night a Chicago reader recalls a humorous Christmas moment when Americus the janitor arrives at the doorway in tears to remind the narrator to play Santa Claus. He bows, speaks softly, and points to wax fruit tokens on the buffet as a sign of the holiday spirit.
Trustee announces sale under a 1916 deed of trust by W F Kirby and wife Nannie Kirby. The property in Oldsfield Township Wilson County borders Alfred Burnett George Glover Marsh Swamp and other named neighbors. Sale in front of Wilson Court House on January 26 1925 between 12 m and 11 m for cash to highest bidder.
A speaker recalls arguing with a woman who forced them to return a item they had obtained. The exchange includes threats and mentions Americus and an unnamed subject who can consume anything without harm. The tone is tense and accusatory.
1924 W A Lucas Trustee offers land for sale at Wilson Court House Square in Oldsfield Township Wilson County North Carolina. The property adjoins Alfred Burnett George Glover Airdake Stott W L Stott Chellie Nichols and Joshua Boykin containing eighty one acres. Sale recorded January 26 1925 and notice dated December 22 1924 by Notary Frey COTary.
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