Wilson Mirror reports drowning and local news from Wilson
An item notes R Dixon drowned in the Roanoke River near Rocky Mount. local sermons, a theft at Alex Swone's store, and growing newspaper success for Goldsboro Headlight. Community praise for Rev Lide and Col H G Williams returning from Washington. Groverman J R Boykin travels to New York for goods. Goldsboro Fair prep and ShOO Fly excursion details.
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Col
H. G. Willams
Washington City
Groverman
J. R. Boykin
New York
Lide
The
Baptist Church
Goldsboro
Wilson
Beloved Mrs. Moses Rountree Laid To Rest At Maplewood
A Friday gathering at the Methodist church honors Mrs. Moses Rountree in a tender obituary praising her Christian life and steadfast devotion. Her remains rest at Maplewood beneath clear skies as family and friends recall her mercy, faith, and gentle service.
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Moses Rountree
Mr. Cordon
Maplewood
In The Gloaming A Time Of Quiet Contemplation
The author reflects on the blessed twilight hour as a comforting weekly retreat from worldly cares. Thoughts of loved ones, memories of the old homestead, and faith in the eternal beyond bring peace, purity, and a sense of radiance to the spirit.
Mistaken promise meets blunt reality in rural night
A speaker bets on romance with grand promises of orange groves and music, but the woman finds a simple pallet awaiting her on the back shed after she says good night and finishes a plate of baked beans.
Sermon on Resurrection by Elder Chick in Maryland Church
A Maryland elder preached at a Primitive Baptist church Friday night to a large audience. He spoke with fluency and clarity about the Resurrection, portraying the eternal glories promised to the children of God and contrasting them with the fleeting nature of worldly joys.
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Elder Chick
Maryland
Primitive Baptist Church
Chick
David
Pleasant Evening Recital Thanks Miss Effie Taylor
A Friday event titled An hour in Fairy Land delighted a small audience. Miss Effie Taylor received praise for her entertaining program and her skill in guiding the children. Soloists Miss Gertrude Blount Miss Coi1a Winstead and Miss Florence Herring performed with sweetness and refinement. Mamie Lide’s recital impressed many attendees.
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Fairy Land
Effie Taylor
Miss Taylor
Gertrude Blount
Coi1a Winstead
Florence Herring
Mamie Lide
Effie
The Cora Van Tassel troupe in Goldsboro this week
The piece praises the Cora Van Tassel troupe now playing in Goldsboro with high regard for Miss Van Tassel's vivacious dancing and Ed Young as a standout comedian and strong North Carolina audience favorite.
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Cora van Tassel
Goldsboro
Ed Young
North Carolina
Opening Exercies of Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Our thanks go to Tom Mc Millian engineer on the Wilmington and Weldon road for an invitation to the opening exercises of the 25th Annual Convention in Richmond on October 17. We may attend and enjoy the festivities of this brave band of brothers.
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Tom McMillian
Wilmington and Weldon
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Richmond
Grateful Praise For Henry Blount Lecture In Clinton
The Clinton Caucasian editor Henry Blount of the Wilson Mirror delivered an 8 pm lecture at the College Building last Friday to the Clinton Literary Association. D. B. Nicholson introduced the speaker who captivated attendees with humorous, moving and morally guided discourse, urging readers to learn from life’s follies and avoid domestic unhappiness.
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Clinton Caucasian
Clinton Literary Association
Henry Blount
Wilson Mirror
Southland
Bro. Blount
Magnificent Opera Triumph in Goldsboro
A glowing review lauds a recent opera performance in Goldsboro on Thursday night. The piece highlights superb artistry, extensive vocal talent, graceful dancers, and vivid stagecraft, portraying the production as a flawless, enchanting spectacle.
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Goldsboro
Goldsboro Argus Enters Eighth Semiannual Volume
The Goldsboro Argus advances to its eighth semiannual volume under the leadership of Robinson and Aycock. The paper is praised for intelligent management and strong devotion to Goldsboro’s progress and development, noting its influence on the city’s growth.
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Sterling
The
Goldsboro
Robinson
Aycock
Left Wilson Townsman P C Green Moves to Warrenton
Mr P C Green and his family departed Wilson last Friday for Warrenton where they will establish their future home. Green has lived in Wilson for years and earned respect through his steady conduct. He is a skilled tinsmith trained by a top local shop whose bright work is a noted example of quality and reliability.
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Warrenton
Green
Wilson
Festival of Nations at Mamona Hall Tonight
The Festival of Nations lights Mamona Hall tonight with a charity thrust for the Episcopal church. Local ladies from many denominations support the event and two bright maidens will host the Spanish booth amid festive displays and lively charm.
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Mamona Hall
Wilson
Paradise
Episcopal Church
Capt ER Stamps Addresses Bank Controversy
The document praises Mr. Stamps for his truthful, candid response to charges by Cross and White. It asserts the public never blamed him for bank management and asserts his concern for the interests of all involved, dismissing any negligence claims.
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Stamps
Cross and White
Big crowd hears Fowle and Davidson in Wilson
A large audience gathered in Wilson last Friday to hear speeches by Standard Bearers Fowle and Davidson on current issues. The editorial page offers a heartfelt tribute to their patriotic and eloquent discussion and predicts a harvest on the first Tuesday in November.
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Wison
Davidson
Durham Recorder Enlarged to Largest Evening Daily
The Durham Recorder has been enlarged and now stands as the state’s largest evening daily. Under Hackney and the witty Jim Robinson at the helm, it aims to grow in prosperity power and influence and remain a refreshing fountain of delight to readers with sparkling columns.
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Durham Recorder
Hackney
Jim Robinson
Durham
Political candidate addresses across multiple towns schedule
County canvass shows Democratic and other candidates for the Senate and House of Representatives and County Offices will address the people at Cross Roads October 11th Spring Hill October 12th Old Fields October 13th Taylors October 16th Gardners October 18th Toisnot October 26th Saratoga October 24th Stantonsburg October 26th Wilson November 3rd.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Cross Roads
Spring Hill
Old Fields
Taylors
Gardners
Toisnot
Saratoga
Stantonsburg
Wilson
Notice to settle accounts by November first
A public notice requests all debtors to come forward and settle their accounts by November first. The author signs respectfully, urging prompt payment of outstanding sums.
Sale of Lots on the Wilson and Florence Railroad
On Wednesday October 24 1888 a public sale will offer desirable building and business lots at Rowland Station near Plainview Robeson County. Rowland Station lies twenty seven miles north of Pee Dee on the Wilson and Florence Road promising a prosperous town in fertile Ashpole cotton valley country. Terms to be announced sale day.
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Rowland’s
Plainview
Robeson County
Rowland
Wilson and
Florence Road
Pee Dee
North Carolina
Ashpole
Cotton Valley
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