Wilson Mirror Highlights Arts and Local Events in 1888
Misses Wright return to Balsore and praise for Ward the actor dominate Wilson notes. The Wilson Collegiate Institute opens term. Briggs Hotel improvements. a Snow Hill merchant failure impacts local firms. a special train may return fans after Ward’s Richard III. A New Bern lawyer’s letter cheers the paper. a dramatic wartime play wows Wilson audiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havwoop Dai
Snow Hill
Carolina
Dail Bros
Fred Ward
Richard
Wilson
Mutual Benefit and Relief Association announces new policy
The association states that beneficiaries of all members dying on or after March 15 1888 will receive full policy amounts upon proof of death. It urges prompt enrollment for protection against poverty, noting only physically sound men are accepted and urging action before it may be too late.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Mutual Benefit and Relief Association
Leaf
Great Tragic Virtuoso Fred Warde to Perform in Goldsboro
Renowned actor Fred Warde, famed for roles like Galba, will appear in Goldsboro on Friday and Saturday evenings in two of his greatest dramatic performances. The review lauds his graphic portrayal and masterful characterization, comparing him to Booth and Barrett and praising the elegance of his stage presence and artistry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
SairHn
Presbyterian Church
Goldsboro
Fred Ward
Fred Warde
Booth
Barrett
Warde
Ward
Galba
Mlle Rhea Shines in Frou-Frou Performance
A Thursday outing to see Mlle Rhea as Frou-Frou praised her portrayal as a gay yet profound French woman. Critics noted her vivid characterization, captivating personality, and perfect balance of lightness and emotion, drawing rounds of applause and stirring audience response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M’lle
Rhea
A Painful Pet Picture Explains a Blighted Dream
A heartfelt page one portrait recalls a once radiant young woman whose life has darkened into sorrow and despair. The piece blends admiration with sympathy for her noble character as she endures a painful cycle of disappointment.
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Mirror
Silver Wedding of Elder P. D. Gold and Wife
Elder P. D. Gold, pastor of the Primitive Baptist Church, and his wife celebrated the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage on January 22. Friends attended and presented tokens of esteem as the couple reflected on a life of devotion and service to their Lord. The community wishes them continued health and happiness toward a future golden anniversary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. D. Gold
Primitive Baptist Church
Notable Raleigh Editor Visits Unite Disaffected Republicans
Lage Harris, editor of the Raleigh Signal and prominent political correspondent, spoke at a district Republican meeting. His influence reportedly calmed agitation and reconciled factions, leading to a sense of order and peace within the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lage Harris
Raleigh Signal
Alcione
Loge
Harriss Reports Nash County Gold Mine Expansion
T C Harriss received a report from the Mann Arrington gold mine in Nash county. About 150 men are at work as two shafts reach ninety five and seventy feet and a horizontal shaft through a four to seven feet thick quartz vein is driven. A twenty stamp mill and large buildings are being erected as ore is heavily extracted under superintendent W A Campbell six miles south of Portis mine which yielded 1 009 000 in bullion before the war. The mine has operated for sixty years transitioning from placer to underground extraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington Messenger
T. C. Harriss
Mann-Arrington
Nash County
W. A. Campbell
Portis
Insurance society shows ability to pay full death claims
The institution confirms capacity to cover all death claims. Four deaths have occurred and were settled by assessments totaling 444, 500, 600 and 800 dollars. Membership has grown steadily since April with over two hundred added and weekly increases. after March 15, policy payments are guaranteed in full.
Harriss Ellis Farmer Firm Dissolved. W J Harriss to Continue
The firm Harriss Ellis Farmer is dissolved by mutual consent. W. J. Harriss will carry on the business in one of his brick Nash street stores. Harriss is described as experienced in mercantile affairs with ample means and strong credit and is portrayed as a kind and pleasant business partner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriss, Ellis & Farmer
W. J. Harriss
Nash Street
Harriss
Fire Destroys T. J. Rowe House Near Black Creek
A county fire last Tuesday night destroyed the dwelling of T. J. Rowe near Black Creek, burning rapidly and forcing the family to flee barefoot on snow and ice. The loss is about 2500 dollars, concentrating hardship on a longtime friend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Rowe
Black Creek
Quiet Winter Ice Tale of Mr Blount and Johnny
On Thursday morning Joe warns Mr Blount about the ice and Johnny replies the writer never falls. He continues his work with a smile so bright it lifts the sombre type with an odd radiance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Blount
Joe
Johnny
It Don’t Do It Gallantry Stumble Report
A humorous slice of dialogue depicts a man attempting to show gallantry but misreads the moment. He stoops to pick up a handkerchief, accidentally breaks a breeches button, and the anticipated thrill evaporates as the scene collapses into awkwardness.
Night Stairstep Empty Sense of Goneness
A narrator describes ascending stairs at night and stepping onto a missing step. The unreal footfall induces a vivid, hollow feeling of goneness and homesickness.
No Protection From Slander’s Destructive Fire
A stark warning about slander as a venomous storm that damages reputations and character beyond any shield, describing its withering, destructive fires and the difficulty of protection.
Much Safer to Twit a Sleeping Lion Than an Unmarried Woman
The passage argues it is safer to provoke a sleeping lion than to provoke a single woman about her first gray hair. It claims a woman's anger lasts longer than a lion's roar and will persist endlessly like Tennyson's brook.
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Tennyson
A Little Shaver Becomes a Regular Tiny Barber
In Wilson a young gentleman who had never faced barbering received shaving apparatus. He prized the gift highly and began shaving at once. He has continued daily, growing into a regular little shaver, and his wishes seem to be hard to curb.
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Wilson
Banquo
Porous Plaster Advertised by Local Doctors
For lame back side or chest use Shi loh's Porous Plaster priced at 25 cents. Sold by Dr. W. S. Anderson of Wilson and E. G. Moore of Toisnot. Snow sleet and ice since our last yet birds sing as spring seems near.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Anderson
Wilson
E. G. Moore
Toisnot
Shiloh's Cure Promoted By Doctors In Wilson and Toisnot
Advertisement lists Shiloh's Cough Cure for croup whooping cough and bronchitis sold by Dr. W. S. Anderson of Wilson and E. G. Moore of Toisnot. It also claims Shiloh's Cough Consumption Cure and Shiloh's Vitalizer with prices 10 and 75 cents and includes a note on Jesuit canonization ceremonies in Rome.
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Croup
Shiloh
W. 8. Anderson
Wilson
E. G. Moore
Taisnot
St.Peter’s
Rome
Sailoh
W. 5. Anderson
Toisnot
W.S. Anderson
FE. Moore
Dissolution of Harriss Ellis Farmner firm dated 1558
Notice states Harriss Ellis & Farmer dissolved by mutual consent on January 1 1558. W J Harriss authorized to collect notes and liabilities. Publication dated January 23 1588. Harriss offers to conduct general merchandising in a new store two doors above the former Harriss Ellis & Farmer stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriss, Ellis & Farmer
W. J. Harriss
W. G. Ellis
J. E. Farmer
New Bank
W. J
Bynum and Daniel Partnership Dissolved in 1888
The co partnership of A A Bynum and A N Daniel under Bynum and Daniel was dissolved January 1 1888 by mutual consent. All indebtedness of the firm will be settled by A N Daniel and all creditors must pay him at once as the business must be closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Bynum
A. N. Daniel
Bynum" X "Daniel
Fim
Announcement of dissolution and continuation of mercantile business
The partnership of Bynum & Daniel is dissolved. I will continue the general mercantile business at the old stand. I thank the public for past patronage to the late firm and ask for continued support, promising fidelity and square dealing. A. M. Daniel. January 16, 1888.
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Bynum & Daniel
Commendation for A N Daniel at Bynum and Daniel
A partner commends A N Daniel to old customers of Bynum and Daniel. He entrusted Daniel with sole management of the business while a partner. The dealings justify public commendation.
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Daniel
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Tuk &Rm
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A. N
Charles Gay
Charles
Dolly Browning
Don
Browning
North Carolina
Gillette
Bean
Leslie
Farrell
Minnie du Pree
W. J. Harriss, W.W. G. Fem
J. ES. Fagmen
A. MN. Daniel
Jany
Bynum
Denms
Reem
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