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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1888
Page
5
A scanned page records local gossip, witty sayings, visits, theatre praise, and upcoming events in Wilson. Mentions Mrs Virginia Thorp visiting relatives in Wil, Captain Muse moving to Wilson, and the Rocky Mount Fair forecast with admission prices. Also notes Rev. Battle’s sermon, a play titled Sweet Sixteen, and religious reflections about kindness and humanity.
The Episcopal church in Wilson hosted the wedding of James R. Roberts of Alabama and Mena Branch of Wilson. The ceremony featured organist Lilly Gay and a long bridal procession, followed by a lavish reception. The couple departed for their future home amid best wishes for a blessed union.
Charles Bynum is tried for the August murder of Henry Privett. The Solicitor prosecutes while John E. Woodard defends. Jury members include Reddin Proctor James Bynum and others. Testimony from Privett's wife describes a confrontation at Privett’s mother’s house ending with gunfire.
Henry died after an altercation with Charles Privett who claimed self defense. Testimony from Alice Bettie and Celia tied Henry to threats and an axe attack. The jury returned a manslaughter verdict and a five year penitentiary sentence for Charles. The trial featured defense by Woodard and a strong prosecutorial case led by the Solicitor.
The Fayetteville Observer notes the marriage of Col Wharton J Green to Mrs Adline B Davis at his home in Fayetteville. The ceremony was conducted by Rev J C Huske D D early Monday, joining a notable ex congressman and a well regarded woman in wedlock.
The Messenger lauds Rev Mr. Corden for a Memorial Address in Wilmington on Friday night. An acclaimed pulpit orator and NC Conference leader, he held the audience spellbound for an hour with attentive, satisfied crowds and widespread praise.
The Coronation Ball at Weldon Friday night drew a brilliant crowd of gallant men and beautiful women led by Miss Emily Long as Queen of Love and Beauty. Miss Jessie Ke nan of Wilmington Miss Allen of Petersburg and Miss Alsbrook of Scotland Neck served as Maids of Honor in a scene of splendor and refined gaiety.
An extravagantly florid notice proclaims the marriage of Pat Deans of this place to Minnie Rhodes of Wilson on Wednesday last. The piece extols conjugal happiness, the blessed state, and the couple’s refined devotion, framing wedlock as a heavenly, renewing paradise with vivid seasonal imagery.
Cupid’s Conquest reports a marriage at the residence of the bride Mrs H G Whithead in Wilson on Sunday night. The bride united with Dr W S Anderson described as a popular physician and respected gentleman in a ceremony celebrating domestic joy and happiness.
The Weldon Fair achieved its most brilliant triumph under T. M. Emory at the helm with Hall as secretary. Attendees enjoyed a joyful scene led by Emory and a gracious group including Bill Day Ramsom bors and Cunningham, marking a memorable community event.
A fragment shows two figures on a front step debating a woodshed aside as one teases with sweet talk. The exchange hints at flirtation and social chatter without clear outcomes or actions.
The revival at the Baptist church continues with strong interest amid town excitement from the election. On Monday night nineteen converts were immersed, and pastor Lide was aided by Rev. H W Battle of Newbern who will remain to assist through the close of the meetings.
Deputy Sheriff Snakenburg reports several sentences for colored defendants in the recent term. Charles Bynum received five years for manslaughter. Joe Thompson seven years for horse stealing. Daniel Taylor three years for larceny. James Lancaster two years for larceny. Frank Adams two years for larceny. Ruffin Woodard two years for larceny. Dutch Bennet one and a half years for larceny. Hack Barnes one year for larceny.
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