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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1889
Page
5
A crowded column records Taylor in town and a court appearance in Hendersonville. Miss Ida King visits Raleigh while Miss Dolly Vester visits Nash County, and Miss Fannie Ricks tours homes in Nash. Col. John W. Cotton resigns from the First North Carolina Regiment amid praise for his knightly conduct.
A playful door into a late 19th century voice depicts a schoolgirl and her lover strolling through moonlit imagery and banter. The girl mocks opaque phrasing while the suitor grows visibly distressed, ending with a sudden, comic eruption as he bolts away in panic.
A generous notice from the Murfreesboro Index recalls a Friday night lecture by Capt. W. H. Blount of the Wilson Mirror. The event, staged at the C B F Institute chapel for the Baptist church parsonage fund, featured piano solos, humorous and eloquent discourse on Woman and notable mentions of Mrs. Clarke Mrs. Spencer and Miss Fisher.
The passage extols the love of beauty and the truce within the heart, likening it to dew in the soul. It claims the angelic presence endures through sorrow and degradation and remains at the soul's gate, awakening with nobleness and a radiant, prayerful light.
The article reports that Col. Charles R. Jones once editor of the Charlotte Observer has been declared insane and committed to Morganton Asylum. It laments his fall from a celebrated journalist to a man plagued by deranged thoughts and incoherent speech.
Two years after a prior elegant performance the community plans a repeat presentation of the cantata Esther by local talent. It promises enhanced scenery and refined execution. Tickets are 50 cents for reserved seats and the event occurs next week.
J J B Vick relays a striking incident from Toisnot where a large rat attacked a child left playing on the floor. The mother heard cries, found the rat biting the lips and mouth, and killed the animal with a club. The report ends with a sworn note of authenticity from the informant.
The Roanoke News notes the Scotland Neck line nears completion with about two miles of track left to reach the Williamston and Tarboro road near Bethel. Grading continues beyond Bethel toward Greenville, three miles done, with full completion expected toward Greenville in May and track laying soon after. Trains may run through to Greenville by June, possibly altering current schedules.
A famed literary woman lauds the Mirexer for its beauty and generous editor, expressing deep pleasure from reading the paper. She prays God blesses the editor and preserves powers to continue, bringing fresh laurels and healing happiness to readers.
The fragmentary text mentions Armfield in a dubious context with uncertain details. It lacks clear events, dates, or organizations to form a concise news item. Further readable content is needed to craft a precise summary.
Four more trains were added to the Atlantic Coast Line on Thursday. The trains now pass Wilson at several times including 12 38 p m and 6 52 p m. The Fayetteville train arrives in Wilson at 12 16 p m and departs at 2 35 p m.
Miss Lilly Shepherd daughter of Dr Henry E Shepherd of Charleston South Carolina visited town last week drawing admiration with charm and beauty. Her refined intellect and stunning presence were noted as she moved through the social circles, depicted in praising terms.
An anecdote claims Professor McMillian spared a bright, unruly pupil when the student cited Woolsey to Cromwell, urging the professor to remember “the ends thou aim at, be thy Country's, thy God's and Truth's.”
The pastor Mr Pell announces services on the first and third Sabbaths at 11 and 7.30. Prayer meeting and Sunday School Normal class every Thursday at 7.30. Sunday School singing class at 3.00 p.m. Sabbath School every Sunday. All cordially invited.
The piece praises the Advance newspaper as nineteen years old a bold Democratic champion and a strong promoter of regional material advancement. It lauds its merit and calls for patronage commensurate with its service and success.
A light snowfall touched the county on Monday with Si a township reporting furious snow for hours while our area saw little accumulation Large trains arriving from the south were covered by the snow but operations continued in most places with minimal disruption.
Fragmentary OCR passage shows garbled words about conditions and maturities tied to a court or legal setting, with no clear names, dates, or proper nouns to identify a specific event or entity.
The Asheville Citizen notes a population rise as New York magnates flock to Battery Park this week. Mrs. Moses Taylor worth 40 million leads fashion society, with Gallatin of the Galatin National Bank, the Twobleys, Horbecks and others totaling about 120 million in wealth.
A punster recalls a Monday morning encounter with a young woman milking a cow. She pulls the tent with a cruel jerk and mutters she wishes the cow would produce milk, prompting the cow to butt her in a sudden, comic twist.
The notice laments the departure of a beloved Mrs Wilson from the home of Joe Cobb in Coldeb. It hails her as a radiant jewel whose absence leaves a void in the social circle of friends and Miss Annie Covington Wilson.
A town visit by the Rev Mr Bruton drew praise for his devout conduct and Godly talk. Residents expressed warmth and welcomed the respected pastor during his time in Wi.
Our genial friend Capt. Murd Muse and his clever family relocate to Wilson and will be permanent residents. The town welcomes their presence as an addition of high regard and refined character to the community.
The affable and popular John 3r Gan, noted as an efficient State Clerk, attended our Court. The piece praises his warm hearted greeting and cheerful presence during his town visit to the court session.
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