An Advertising Medium That Brings Results. Only 51.00 Per Year In Advance a. p. jotaMD, eaitor ii^: ; ~ ~ the county, th* state, the union. [?? - SUBSCBIPTIOtr $1.00 PBB YEAH VOLUMN XL VI j LQUISBURO, N O., ftp DAY, MAY 5, 1916. ^ EDWIN W. FULLER MEMORIAL SERVICES HKLI) AT METHODIST < Hl Ki 11 Sl'JDAY NIGHT. Largely Attended and Greatly Enjoy ed ? Splendid Mnslc l?y the Choir Interesting Subjeetn. Possibly tlie most unique service ever held at the Methodist church here was the memorial service held Sun day night In memory of Edwn W. Ful ler. A -most interesting programme of special music and readings was ar ranged and most successfully carried out to the delight of a large audience. Mr. Robert W. Winston, in writing a biography of the subject of this ser vice says "In Edwin W. Fuller the State of North Carolina found an in terpreter of her domestic virtues of lier simple living, and of her trust in God. Like his natve State, he was slow to action and sought not his own, content to do the thing nearest at hand and to leave the rest to an over ruling Providence." He was born to Loulsburg in 1847 and lived antil the year 1875. He received he academc educatlon at the schools In Louis burg later completing his educaton at the Universities of North Carolina and Virginia. Among some of his most noted poems is found "The Mind of Man," "The Bells of Heaven," "The Weavers, '"?"Out in the Rain," "Lives," and his ''First Experiences at (he Academy." A brief biographical sketch of the poet was given by the pastor and sev eral of his mastepieces were read by members of the congregation which together with the excellent music fur nished by the choir, made up a most interesting and instructive service. Bonn High School Closer On Tuesday night, Wednesday and Wednesday night, April the twenty - fifth and twenty-sixth, the closing ex ercises of Burnt High School took place. The exercises were attended by one of the largest that ever assem bled in the school auditorium. On Tuesday night the exercises of the primary and intermediate depart ments were held. These exercises consisted of drills, recitations, songs, splays and instrumental pieces, whicn were very ably rendered by the small children. Wednesday was commencement day. a day. which is always a big one in Bunn, for on this day people come to Bunn from far and near, from all over Franklin and adjoining counties Shortly after "ten o'clock the exercises began with a chorus by the school, followed by other exercises. After this Prof. J. G. Lee introduced the speaker of the occasion, the Attorney General 'of North Carolina, T. W. Bickett. Mr. Bickett toofc for his sub ject, "Cribs and Cradles." and in hi* usual clear *yid forceful way he dis cussed his subject. Following this came the presentation of certificatej ^by Supt. E. L. Best. At the close of this dinner was served on the grounds. About two o'clock the crowd again assembled in the auditorium to wit nes8 the Annual Commencement De bate between the members of the Mc Neill Debating Society. The query was, '"Resolved, That our Federal Government Compel Every Able-bod ied Male Citizen between the ages of 18 and 24 to Take under Adequate Provision One Year of Miltary or.Na val Training." Messrs. Bonnie Bunn and Clyde Moody upheld the affinna live side or the query 7~while Messrs Talmage Moses and Jasper Karris de fended the q^gative side; The JudgeB in the debate were^Kar. W. H. Hart sell and Lawyer^ Holllngsworth and Perry. Ther' rendered thdir decision unanimously in favor at the afflrma ti?e. On account of rain that after noon the May Day fete which was to be on the grounds by the small child ren was omitted. The climax of the occasion came Wednesday night when success crown ed the untiring efforts of Miss Anna McKaughan the assistant high school teacher, when the high school pupljs presented the play, "Our Wives." The play was interesting from start to fin is^, and kept the attention of the en tire audience. Frequently the audience was in e roar of laughter at the fun that was brought out in the play. It was said by some to be the best play ever pre sented by the High School, and was a complete success in every way. There was an admission fee of fifteen an J twenty-five' cents charged, and every one w as satisfied with the play. Af ter the play the musical class under the management of Miss Gladys Brown gave a short but good Operetta, which was enjoyed by all. It . was entitled. "The Milkmaid." Thus passed one of the. best com mencements in the history of Bunn High School. New Hope Commencement. TUe closing exercises of New Hope school were held Thursday April 27. The speaker of the day. Rev. A. D. Wilcox, was introduced in a most pleasing manner by Supt. E. L Best. Mr. Wilcox began as usual, with the children and gradually took in the whole audience. When he was through there was not one in the house that did not know a "can of sunshine". And also everyone knew that a real "can of sunshine" had been opened and poured into his or her heart. This was one of^he greatest appeals for education and high Ideals ever heard in this county. * ? There was a splendid dinner served on the groan**. The good fried chick en gave it the real picnic appearance. In afternoon there was a baseball game ? Youngsvllle vs New Hope. The game was rather slow; but Youngs - rille seemed to be accustomed to that kind of game as she came out with the big end of the score. In the evening there was an "old time entertainment." Although the house was crowded to twice its capac ity; the songs, drills, recitations, and plays were enjoyed by ailr The best part of the evening pro gram was the "Mischievous Nigger " with FranK Chamblee as the star ac tor. Everyone in the play did well, but Frank bossing his master and nursing the babies kept everybody laughing all the way through.. White Level School Close*. White Level School closed Willi three enjoyable occasioof. Wednes day night April 26. Miss Bessie May Dudley, of Richmond, Va., save a most excellent recital. The program ivai original and full of It and humor. Every one present said "It was good. ' Thursday night the Seventh Grade Graduates gave a real class exercise as follows: ^ . Salutatory ? Eddie Gray Brewer. Power and Aim ? Clyde Murphy. Everything Has Its Model ? Lena Murphy. Foot prints ? Lettie Leonard. Class Poem ? Fannie Belle Guptou. History? Lettie Leonard. Prophecy ? Lena Murphy. Will? Clyde Murphy. . . Presentation of Diplomas, by Supt. E. L. Best Address by Supt. W. R. Mills. Valedictory ? Fannie Belle Gupton Song? Class. This was a moat delightful evening. The stage was beautifully decorated with the class colors lilac and white, forming a splendid setting forr the girls and boys as thoy took their plac es. It was a scenc of beauty and to some of us a joy for ever. Each one who took part acquited himself credi tably.. Mr.. Mill's addresB wtyj just the thing we needed. Thursday* night exercises were call ed "better." s' Friday night :hildren's concert came off, Every selection was rendered in such a-fnanner that it reflected, credit OftitfeftSfifiTB anil pupils The audience was most uncomfort ably crowded but the children helped every one to forget their dscomforts At the close of the evening there was nothing left to say but "beBt." As It Is customary to say, "Thin closed one of the best years In the his tory of the school." We say It and believe it. The enrollment was extra good. The attendance was eleven per cent better than last year. The patrons have been loyal giving their support to every movement The teachers Misses Annie Wilder, Beulah Stalllngs and Lena GUI have been faithful and rendered true ser vice In every undertaking In our church, school and community. Speakers for Commencement. Rev. Dr. Bradshaw, pastor of the Edenton Street church, of Raleigh, has been chosen to preach the bacca laureate and missionary sermons be fore the graduating olass of Louls burg College, Sunday May 21. Hon. Joslah William Bailey, of Raleigh, will deliver the literary address on Tuesday morning, May 23. C0C3TY COMMISSIONERS. Trustees for Cedar Rock Township Roads Elected ? Other BailwM Mostly Routine. The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday with all members present. The min utes of the preceding meeting were" read and approved and btf^ness dis posed rut as follow t- ? Nancy Bran ten was placed on out? side pauper list at $2.00 per month. Franklin Veneer Co.. wis relieved of corporation tax excess on $3,000. Rosa Littlejohn was placed on out side pauper list at $2:00 per month. Upon the report of an. election by a mass meeting of the electors of Oedsr Rock township, "that the following citizens of. said township were choscfe as an executive committee to lay**! "and supervise the construction roads in said township: J. T. Insetf?, T. H. Dickens, Q. B. H. StalUngs, Wheless, J. C. Bowden; it is thereto#* ordered that they be appointed as awdk executive committee with full powOT to act In such capacity as the law au thorises {his Board to exercise. The property of P. N. Bgerton In Louisburg, consisting of three lot* two stores, and one dwelling, he re-1 duced in valuation $1500.00. ? Jj By order of the Board the Commis-. sioners agreed to pay one-half thij fare for all old soldiers to Binning ham,' Ala, to attend the Re-union. ' TH* report of Dr. J. E. Malone, Health officer was received and order*, ed filed. The report of E. N. Williams, 8uf>? erintendent of the County Home, received and ordered filed. He rf^ ports 10 white and 15 colored inmate^; R. P. Puller was allowed 20 feet ol 12 inch piping for road near the Mfai^ Tip Terrell place. John Wilson was allowed lfi fee| 10 inch and 32 feet 12 Inch piping fo* road. . ^ %, j Tom Harris was relieved of poll ta^l in Frankllnton township for T. H. Dickens was appointed chair man and J.T. Inscoe secretary, Cedar Rock township Ror.d Trustees. After allowing a number of ac counts the Board adjourned subject to a call from the Chairman. ^ Pine Ridge Wins Two. On last Thursday evening April the twenty seventh the baseball team of ^lne Ridge defeated tfie first time since his con valescence. / l'roffnunmf (or Barsca-Fhllathea Hh Iob of Fiutlli Coaatj. Tfte Franklin County Baraca-Phiia MWMWWnKii Lit hifmtnrm* on the 6th and 7th of May. The fol lowing programme will be followed - Saturday P. M. 3 o'clock? Sermon by Rev. G. M. Duke. 8 o'clock ? Devotional exercise con ducted by Preston Massey. 8:30 o'clock ? Address of Welcomo by Prof. G. M. Beam. Response by John Bunn. Roll call, response by delegates. Social hdur. Sunday A. M. 10:00 o'clock ? Devotional exercise led by Clyde Moody. 10:30 ? Business Meeting. 11:00 o'clock ? Address by H. A. }?