Memorial for James Murray Brightens Wilson Community
The Wilson Chronicle notes the death of James Murray a longtime educator and public school leader. Born 1813 in Mecklenburg Virginia he taught in Wake Forest Pitt county and Wilson and served as Wilson County Superintendent until his death. His funeral at Hugh F Murray’s home was followed by Masonic rites at Maplewood.
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James Murray
Wilson County
Hugh F. Murray
Traquil
Murray
Missionary Baptist Church
Mecklenburg County
Wake Forest College
Greenville
Jane Davis
Stantonsburg
Wilson
Pitt County
Reed
Maplewood
E. Mr. Nadal
May Tucker Defends State Control of Raleigh Road
Raleigh resident May Tucker tells a News and Observer interviewer that the State owns most of the road stock and controls its meetings, proxies, and directors. She supports Mr. Bryan as a careful manager and says he has been persecuted for denying free passes, while asserting patrons favor his retention.
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News and Observer
May Tucker
Raleigh
Bryan
The Circus Inspires Awe Across The Countryside
Friday morning readers glimpse Burk's Show arriving as spectators rush to the street to witness the unload. The writer argues circuses offer invigoration for country life, revealing human form in athletic feats and equestrian display while praising entertainment as a solace from gloom.
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Banquo
Burk
Mrs Edward E Britton Takes Charge Of Music Department
The Mount Olive Telegram praises Mrs Edward E Britton for leading the Music Department and aiding literary classes at the local school. It lauds her penmanship lessons and notes her refined manner, musical talent, and expected positive impact on pupils with vocal and instrumental instruction.
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Mount Olive
Dr. King
Edward E. Britton
Britton
A Moonlit Evening of Heavenly Beauty and Love
A narrator describes a Thursday night filled with pure beauty and tranquil moonlight. The scene features a lovely maiden, a serene studio moon, and celestial imagery as a choir carols Nearer My God to Thee. The tone blends romance with heavenly visions.
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Heaven
Elysium
Death Notice for Mrs. Marcellus Strickland at Home Sweet Home
The article mourns the death of Mrs. Marcellus Strickland wife of a local husband and sister of Mrs. W E Deans and Frask Rountree. It notes her devoted ministry at Home Sweet Home and her role as a true wife bringing happiness to her spouse in a reverent obituary style.
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Cloud Land
Home Sweet Home
Marcellus Strickland
W. E. Deans
Sk Rountree
Tribute of Respect for James Murray at Mt. Lebanon Lodge
Mt. Lebanon Lodge No. 117 held a special communication on a Thursday in September to honor Brother James Murray who died on September 4. The report details Murray’s Virginia birth in 1813, education at Wake Forest College, service as a teacher and Wilson County public instruction supervisor, and his Masonic life from 1843 to 1875. The lodge urged a memorial page, mourning drapery, a 30 day badge, and publication to the Wilson Mirror and Advance and Biblical Recorder.
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Mt. Lebanon
James Murray
Bro. Murray
Mecklenburg County
Virginia
Daniel Murray
Judith
Wake Forest College
Matthew T. Yates
China
Samuel Wait
Greenville Academy
Wilson County
Board of Education
Sharon
Greenville
Bb. F. Briggs
Geo. W. Blount
A.N. Daniel
J. D. Bullock
Direct Import of Dutch Bulbs Arrives at Nadal’s Drug Store
The first direct importation by a Wilson merchant brings Dutch hyacinths and tulips from Hillegom Holland to E M Nadal, the local druggist. Early orders are urged as stock is limited and bulbs should arrive this week.
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Hillegem
Holland
E. M. Nadal
Wilson
Nidal’s
First Bale of Cotton Sold in Town
Lem Jordan delivered the first new bale of cotton to town last Thursday and it was sold to Mr. Rountree & Co. for thirteen cents per pound.
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Jenner Stickney
Lem Jordan
Mr. Rountree & Co
Punishment Tale Sparks a Geography Lesson
A bright boy questions the word Rotterdam and jokes about candy. His mother reassures him and punishes with a slipper snap. The moment reveals the boy's dawning awareness of punishment and his sorrow while seated.
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Rotterdam
Sissy
Quart for four twins pun lands in office
A man asks what four children born at the same time would be called. Another suggests a quart after lunch. Two scholars hear the exchange, glance at each other, and weep.
Fine Crayon Portraits by F M Winstead on Nash Street
Photographer F M Winstead showcased crayon portraits on Nash Street and promises better quality at 25 percent cheaper than any previous Wilson work. He offers multiple styles with a satisfaction guarantee and reports the exhibited pieces as very fine.
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F. M. Winstead
Nash Street
Wilson
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Murfreesboro
Forrest Taylor
Nash
Mamie Mercer
Richmond
St. Mary's Benedictine Institute
Muse
Fayetteville
Lilly
Tuttie
Toisnot
Red Pitman
Ransom
H.G. Williams
Calvin
Characind
Branch
Tucker
Circus
Hest
Cenk
A. W. Rowland. Wilson
Wilson, N. C
King
MES. W. M. Kin
Main St., Greenville, N.C
CaMihe
G. M. Smith
Tarboro Street
John W. Batts
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