Wilson Mirror notes town events and people in July 1858
The Wilson Mirror reports on local happenings in Wilson North Carolina including visits by Prof Von and Prof Portis, a lawn party by Disciples church, town social events at Mamona Hall, and remarks on newspapers, clergy, and residents. It mentions Miss Sue Whitaker, Miss May Gas, and Alice Exum among visitors and locals.
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sJope
Endeas
A. Hines
Nis
Shepherd
Tonny
Cails
Johnny
Mggie Stith
Prof
Von
South Carolina
Mamona Hall
Tye
Sue Whitaker
Enei
Wilson
Tse
Peacock
Portis
Lide
Fanny Green
Franklin
Ace Williams
Tarboro
Sarah Kertison
Ringwood
Miss May Gas
Fayetteville
Cheering Praise From a State Preacher Reaffirms Paper
A long, gracious letter from a renowned preacher praises the newspaper for its uplifting content. He commends the paper’s wholesome imagery and appeals to Wilson County readers and North Carolina as a whole, urging broad support and patronage.
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Wilson County
North Carolina
City by the sea urged to boost trade and rail tourism
A call for Wilmington to use railroad links from Weldon and cheap fares to attract visitors. The piece argues the W and W line enables same day trips, promoting seaside resorts, a state guard encampment, and local resources through ads. It urges shifting NC money from Norfolk and Baltimore to Wilmington wares via broader newspaper promotion.
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North Carolina
Wilmington
Weldon
State Guard
Norfolk
Richmond
Baltimore
Star
Messenger
Review
Onion scented lovers and a dramatic quarrel
A young woman overwhelmed by the odor of onions enters her lover's parlor with flowers to mask the scent. He teases her about sentiment, she resents the remark, and in a fit of anger she kicks herself, revealing a guilty conscience.
Primary election plan urged for satisfaction
The piece repeats that the primary election is the only plan that will satisfy voters. It calls to open polls and have ballots counted in a County Convention at the Court House, concluding with the saying that the longest pole takes the persimmon.
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Court House
Persimmon
Playful Parasol Prank Turns Into Local Laughter
Two young women returning from a baseball game were amused when a dog bounded across their path. One woman lightly tapped the dog with a parasol at his rear, prompting the other to quip that the dog must belong to a canine base runner, adding a playful pun to the moment.
Admirable Lecture by Prof Blair Delights Audience
The Monday night lecture by Prof Blair drew praise as an admirable production. Readers praised its sensibility, wholesomeness, edifying content, and elegant, exquisite delivery, likening the oration to a gem of brilliant radiance and rich poetic imagery.
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Blair
Hybia
The Normal School Opens With Distinguished Faculty
The Normal School term opens with a corps of teachers including Professors Warren, McIver, Blair, Winston, Goodwin and Miss Lillian Arnold. Opening exercises featured remarks from Hadley, Britton, Goodwin, McIver, Blair, Britton and Dr Eng. The institution is well equipped and expected to yield wholesome results.
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Warren
McIver
Blair
Winston
Goodwin
Lillian Arnold
Hadley
Britton
Eng
Miss Lilian Arnold Delights Audiences With Elocution
A glowing tribute praises Miss Lilian Arnold as an exemplary elocutionist with outstanding talent. It notes her imminent readings and recitations tonight and expects a large crowd to attend, drawn by her celebrated genius and radiant reputation.
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Lilian Arnold
Miss Addie Earl Departs for Nashville in Quiet Devotion
The piece honors Miss Addie Earl as a bright, gentle presence whose kindness touched many. It speaks of her noble character, the beauty she brought to any place, and the lasting memories she leaves with enraptured hearts as she travels to Nashville.
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Addie Earl
Nashville
Lust Try It
Poetic prose describes feelings of love as seas and islands of verdant beauty. The text likens affection to fragrance and heavenly song, tracing earthly ecstasy to celestial thrill on a shore of emotion.
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Earth
Battleboro Defeats Wilson Browns 10 to 4 in Local Game
In The Diamond reports Battleboro Base Ball Club hosted the Wilson Browns First Nine and won 10 to 4 in a spirited home game. The preceding Wednesday Enfield Third Nine played our Third Nine with a 3 to 0 result.
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Battleboro
Wilson Browns
Enfield
Col Ino W Farmer a Wilson County pioneer and financier
Col Ino W Farmer born May 7 1812 in Edgecombe area now Wilson rose from modest schooling to local prominence. He helped form Wilson county and oversaw its finances as treasurer for 16 years. A Mason and devout Methodist, he died June 26 1888 and was buried with church and brethren’s esteem.
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Coll
Ino W. Farmer
Edgecombe County
Wilson
Wilson County
Masonic Fraternity
Methodist Episcopal Church
Methodist Church of
Notable Concert Soloists Shine in Evening Recital
The notice omits praise for Tom Davis a top state performer for his character work and humor. Miss Hattie Churchwell delivers a pure sweet solo in the Little Tycoon. Hewlett’s cornet solo impresses. Fannie Graves and Alice Barnes guide the piano accompaniments. The audience awards applause and generous thanks to all featured performers.
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Tom Davis
Hattie Churchwell
Mr. Hewlett
Fannie Graves
Alice Barnes
Fearful Risk at Sam Moore’s Saloon Ice Cream Encounter
A curious scene near Sam Moore's saloon features a bold escort's daring request for ice cream. The female speaker replies with a bizarre, medical sounding anecdote about dairy digestion and chemical processes, while reaffirming her willingness to take the risk for the man’s sake.
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Sam Moore
Water Lily and Oak Poem Reflections on Beauty
A reflective piece contrasts humble origins with beauty and strength. It uses water lilies and giant oaks as symbols, praising enduring merit over origin and celebrating the fragrances and shade they offer as rewards of resilience.
Governor declines to interfere in Potts murder case
The Governor refused to intervene in the Court’s sentence for W A Potts convicted of murdering Paule Linke. Strong efforts were made in Potts defense due to his respected parents, but the Governor concluded the case after a thorough review. A related note laments liquor’s ruin on innocent families.
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W. A. Potts
Paule Linke
A Bit Scent-imental Lovers Fragrance Tale
A somber scene unfolds as a couple shares a quiet kiss beneath fragrant leaves. Golden light drapes the land while the man bears sorrow, lips sealed, yearning for release as a sharp onion scent lingers in her breath.
Masterly Address by C B Aycock at Democratic Club
C B Aycock of Goldsboro spoke to the Democratic Club last night delivering a fluently presented, powerful address. The address stirred strong enthusiasm and applause, showcasing mastery and grace in its delivery.
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C. B. Aycock
Goldsboro
Democratic Club
Why W and W R R Has No Seashore Rates
The writer questions why the W and W R R has not set season and excursion rates for Wilmington shore resorts. Mentions Carolina Beach Rocks Hummocks Old Fort Fisher Caswell and Old Smithville as destinations.
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Wilmington
Carolina
Fisher
Caswel
Old Smithville
Prince of Preachers Delivers Fiery Sermon in New Bern
The eloquent Mr. Cordon, known as the Prince of Preachers, preached to the Bright Jewels in Newbern by conference appointment. He delivered a rich flow of ideas and polished rhetoric that impressed attendees.
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Cordon
Newbern
The Tree and Noble Man Reflect on Strength and Respect
A reflective piece contrasts the tree’s rising force with a noble man who shows true strength by respecting the frailty of women, highlighting courage and gentleness as enduring virtues.
Wilson County Urges A Branch for 7th Senatorial Seat
A supporter urges Wilson county to nominate A Branch for the 7th Senatorial District. The letter praises Branch as a prominent Eastern Carolina businessman, cotton mill president, farmer supporter, and popular, articulate speaker. It argues his candidacy would yield a large Democratic victory and reflects broad Democratic backing.
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Wilson County
A. Branch
Carolina
Wilson Cotton Mills
Wilson
Branch
Judge Fowle
Shiloh's Remedies Sold by Doctors in Wilson and Toisnot
Advertises Shilohs Catarrh Remedy Pep o tash Life Quilt and Shilohs Vitalizer sold by Dr W S Anderson Wilson and E F Moore Toisnot. Mentions cures for catarrh cholera infantum summer complaints and a hacking cough with guaranteed relief from Shilohs Cure. The Southern Chemical Company Charlotte provides diarrhoea preparations.
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Shiloh
W. S. Anderson
Wilson
E- G. Moore
Toisnot
EF. G. Moore
E. Dr
G. Moore
Southern Chemical Company
Charlotte
N. C
E. G. Moore
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Henry Blount
Wileon
Tis County Commissioners
J. W. Davis
Col. Farmer
Mr. Pell
Christ
Jonesboro
Alice Exum
Heaven
the Normal School
Col. Ino. W. Farmer
Widdenda
Will Iiang
Nota Bene
Im Newbernie
The
Senate
Peace Institute
Raleigh, Wv
Southa
R. Burwell & Son
Rateson
N.C
Albert Farmer
Nancy Farmer
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