Local notes and notices from Wilson in June 1888
Wilson NC June 20 1888 local items list July 4 preparations at the Normal and praise for town figures. Notes mention W E Warren of Hiram visiting, Tony Orchard profits, Bronson in Warrenton, and Miss Erin Hackney selling out. Mentions James Logie injured on Tar River bridge, J H Tucker elected Wake Forest College trustee, and Dunn Signboard praised. Also reports Miss Callie Qualls bridesmaid, Standard Oil buying depot site and a Fayetteville visit, and upcoming Masonic officer installation.
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Vie Parrish Gazette
Durham
Harpy
Erin Hackney
Someoore’s
Wyatt Ward
J. H. Tucker
Greenville
Wake Forest Colege
Dunn
James Logie
Atlantic Coast Line
Tar River
Standard Oil Company
R. J. Taylor
Queens of
Jer
Green
Peacock
Lexon Female Seminary
Greensboro
R Tot Sideacock
Wilson
Seven Springs Visit Praise for Principal and Students
A visitor recounts a trip to Seven Springs praising Mrs. L C Davis for leading a local school. The writer commends students Hattie Whitfield Mamie Brown Lizzie Whitfield and Essie Bizzell for their performances and notes generous hospitality and fond memories of the June day.
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Seven Springs
L. C. Davis
Hattie Whitfield
Mamie Brown
Lizzie Whitfield
Essie Bizzell
A Sweet Spot at Maplewood Reveres the Dead
The author describes Maplewood as a sanctuary from sorrow where memories flow like a sacred river. Time among the hallowed mounds lifts thoughts Heavenward, offering solace, peace, and a sense that life continues beyond loss. The grave becomes a meeting place of earth and Heaven, linking the living with loved ones.
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Earth
Heaven
Graduation at Wake Forest College Seals A Promising Era
The 1887 88 commencement on June 14 marked a hopeful era for Wake Forest College. A large, brainy class earned distinguished degrees and delivered thoughtful speeches. Senator Vance’s address stood out as inimitable and worthy of study by students.
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Wake Forest College
Vance
Notable Addresses at North Carolina College Commencement
The article praises sermons by Dr Whitsit and Dr Powers on Baptist origins and socialism. It highlights Wilson county student H H Covington winning an essay medal from the Philomathesian society, with Ward and Williard Moss also attaining high standing. The piece notes the modest, respectful audience and promising future for these college participants.
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North Carolina
Dr. Whitsit
America
The
Carolinas
Dr. Powers
Thos. W. Mason
Northampton
Durham
Wilson County
H. H. Covington
Philomathesian) Society
Ward
Williard Moss
The Fire Company Organized at Wilson
The Fire Company was organized last Tuesday night with outstanding citizens as members. Officers include W. P. Wootten president, Alexander Greene vice president, Edgar Gay secretary, H. H. Hutchinson treasurer, W. H. G. Scott foreman, W. P. Snakenberg first assistant, R. G. Briggs second assistant, Doane Herring and James Lucas pipe men, George Rowland engineer.
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Wilson
W. P. Wootten
Alex. Greene
Edgar Gay
H. H. Hutchinson
W. H. G. Scott
W. P. Snakenberg
R. G. Briggs
Doane Herring
James Lucas
George Rowland
The Pic Nic at Barnes Mill Delightful Picnic Scene
The article recalls a Tuesday picnic at Barnes mill enjoyed by refined gallants and charming maidens. It celebrates nature’s beauty from tall trees and grapevines to bubbling brooks and songs of robins as the setting for a joyous outing amid peace and friendship.
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Barnes Mill
Robin
Wren
Sweets from the Sweet in Exquisite Flower Ode
A playful verse extols a young woman and flowers, praising their beauty and perceived heavenly sweetness. The speaker compares blossoms to the beloved and claims they alone enrich the earth and heart with delight. It personifies flowers and women as divine gifts.
What He Caught From the Fishing Hole
Joe waded knee deep to reach the pool and told Bob he caught a cold. The remark drew a sad smile as the exchange ended with a note of wry humor.
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Joe
Bob
A Fine Treat at Opera House For Episcopal Church
On Tuesday night the Opera House hosts a fine musical entertainment to raise funds for the Episcopal Church led by Mrs. Ed Barnes. Misses Lillie Gay and Mena Branch will perform their premier melodies with others to be announced. The event is expected to be a brilliant success under the moving spirit of the organizer.
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Episcopal Church
Ed Barnes
Lillie Gay
Mena Branch
Suspension of Dr. J. B. Bobbitt Raises Alarm in North Carolina
A Greensboro Patriot dispatch from Raleigh reports the suspension of Rev. Dr. J. B. Bobbitt from all connection with the Methodist Episcopal Conference of North Carolina. Rumors say the action stems from a business dispute over sale of the Methodist Advance to Mr. Potter of Beaufort and alleged misrepresentations. He remains suspended until the conference meets in November.
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Greensboro
Raleigh
J. B. Bobbitt
Methodist Episcopal Conference of
North Carolina
Goldsboro
Bobbitt
Methodist
Potter
Beaufort
Patterson
M. E. Church
Largest Shark Reported Caught Off Beaufort by Willis Crew
The Beaufort Record notes Capt. Lorenzo Willis and two boat crews killed a giant ocean shark near Wreck Point Beaufort after a two hour fight. The 18 ft long, 8 ft wide, two ton monster measured and dissected revealed six sharks in its stomach. A cannibal of immense size with a kerosene barrel sized mouth and three rows of teeth.
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Beaufort
Lorenzo Willis
Wreck Point
Sterling Ruffin Praised as Finest in Washington
A high Washington official lauds Sterling Ruffin for outstanding intellect refinement and polished manners. The tribute highlights his exemplary character and reflects credit on his family’s long tradition of worth and culture.
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Washington
Sterling Ruffin
A Fine Address at Seven Springs School Closing
The closing exercises of Mrs. Davis's school at Seven Springs drew many locals who praised the event as highly enjoyable. Henry Blount, the celebrated editor of Mir. ROR, delivered the address, whose calm, gentle delivery impressed all present.
These Nights and Love's Glorious Harvest
Poetic meditation on romantic nights and the bliss of marriage. Lovers dream as love inspires sweet feelings and a sense of Heaven near, with references to nectar and a rapturous spell. Selah.
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Selah
Postponed Cleveland and Fowle Club Demonstration
At a meeting last Tuesday night the Cleveland and Fowle club decided to postpone the big demonstration until the first week in August. Judge Fowle will not be present on the 4th of July as previously announced.
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Cleveland and Fowle Club
Judge Fowle
Praise from Sir Hebert in Beauvoir Letter to Brount
A letter from Jefferson Davis expresses gratitude for a polished work and an eloquent editorial. He credits North Carolina citizens for their appreciation and calls the piece deeply gratifying as he reflects on reaching the "eightieth mile post" in time's road to eternity.
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Beauvoir
Henry Brount
North Carolina
Jefferson Daves
Cleveland and Fowle Club Organized in Court House
Last Tuesday a large number of Democrats met in the Court House and organized the Cleveland and Fowle Club with R. G. Sriggs as President J. J. Gay as Vice President C. C. Daniels as Secretary and J. F. Bruton as Treasurer.
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Court House
R. G. Sriggs
J. J. Gay
C. C. Daniels
J. F. Bruton
Shilohs Vitalizer and Cures Sold By Local Doctors
Advertises Shilohs Vitalizer for constipation appetite and dizziness with a 10.75 price per bottle sold by Dr W S Anderson of Wilson and E G Moore of Toisnot. Also promotes Pep o tash Life Quilt Shilohs Cure for croup whooping cough bronchitis and consumption and other remedies with local druggists.
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Shiloh
W.S. Anderson
Wilson
E. G. Moore
Toisnot
W. 8. Anderson
Croup
Taisnot
W. S. Anderson
Candidate for Wilson County Treasurer Nomination
A letter from D L Hardy dated June 19 1988 announces candidacy for Wilson County Treasurer after Col John W Farmer withdraws due to ill health. Hardy pledges honest accounting and safe-keeping of county funds, citing long residence and party loyalty as support for his bid.
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Wilson County
John W. Farmer
Wilsor
D. L. Hardy
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W. E. Warren
Hiram
Tonny
Mr. Bronson
Warrenton
Warren
Callie Qualls
Kinston
Sethie Dunn
Marage-Land
Masonic Lodge
David Oettinger
W. M
Williams
S. W
F. M. Winstead
E.M. Nadal
Treas
Jas. W. Hays
Tiler
King
Bennettsville
Britton
Princpal
the Fire Company
Merit
Sir Hebert
Southern Chemical Company
Charlotte
N. C
Taylor
Atlanta
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