22 May 1889
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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1889
Page
1
Fragments question denominational prejudice within church life and urge harmony among Baptists and other denominations. The piece urges reconciliation, then pivots to a public appeal: debt collection and prompt payment for newspaper services, threatening jail and moral pressure to settle accounts.
A collage of jokes, observations, and snippets spans topics from palmistry and fashion to politics and folly. Notable items include remarks on ministers and money, Yale and New Haven references, Westinghouse wealth, and bereavement reflections acknowledging faith’s solace.
A notorious Nashvillian turns to religion and prays at the mourners bench. After salvation he searches for his hat, which he misplaced in his excitement. Deacon asks if he found Jesus. he responds that he found Jesus but lost his hat.
The State Ministerial Union will hold a Raleigh meeting May 21 to 23. Mr W S Primrose is elected President of the Agricultural and Mechanical College. Charles W Tillett of Charlotte will deliver the literary address at commencement. Shelby's sermon is planned for the Sunday before. Immigration concerns are noted.
The Keeley method offers cure for opium and liquor habits using no distressing shock. Treatments claim success over many years, with patients treated at home under supervision of The Leslie E Keeley Co, Dwight Livingston Co, Illinois.
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