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PUBLIC EDGER MSI ffiSHB. '", LARGEST CIRCULATION Of ANY NEWSPAPER IN THIS SECTION OF STATE. AND OXFORD BANNER "right, come H00DJETS YEARS, Both SidelATto Murder B? Second Degree-Judge pronounces Sentence. wrhl Term of Granville The S r Court was called to order Monuay .g the gecond bee Prer' T.T,'i Whedbee has graced on t''S nf (Iranville County Court. thV ' . ly sustains the hih rft S in this the Ninth high reputa- Judicial business judge. as tr in which he expedites nndthenwnn the business, an . nnints 01 la and his impartial runngs w, makes him popular t the tur and court o ',l)e to the grand jui l':rv comprehensive, officials, ills ry is always concise and ....intfll In his charge at tnis special to the tour capital p' W'llil j;t..i.ii -t - S of murder, arson, rape and burg lary. Solicitor court was . -,t 1 1 nil Cattis was on hand when opened, and judging from luiiire. he seemed to be MS ,ul'1' L". K.l! tho tctA'a abundantly awe io iiauu. lI1TlirfoIl)'A'in.a is the grand jury: E. A Hunt foreman; J. D. Fleming, Ernest Kter R. H. (iilliam. A. Williford, J. M. Meadows, C. H Landis, Z E Lyon, Durell Mangum. J- C Peace J. L. Tin Jen M L. Oakley, A. M. Cash, C. E. Earl. W. F. Rogers, C. W. West, W. E. fnttreli. J E. Coley. . . . n,,;t number of criminal cases were continued. Those tried were as follows: ctnto Walter Rav. c. w. c, not Guilty. " st-ite vs. Oscar Bobbitt and Alex Moss, nll'ray, both guilty; Bobbitt re- ceivin ( months and Moss 2 months ,-.h tliH nublic roads. Proni- l.wis. c. w. c. guilty: 6 J. 1 Uli" months on the public roads. About :130 o'clock Milton B. Hob dnnil was brought before the bar of the rourt and in the solemn words and rpremonv of law formally arranged for the murder of William Propus Wilkin son. Appearing with the Solicitor in the cas'J were Graham & Devin and Vi. rnr S Brvan. ot Durham For the defense there npr eared Gen. B. S Royster, Hicks & Stem, and Winston & Bigg?, of Raleigh.' At the command of the Solicitor Hobgood rose to his feet while the So licitor read the bill of indictment. charging that wilfully and of malice aforethought he did kill and murder the aforesaid William Propus Wilkin son. For the prisoner Gen. Royster entered the forma! plea of "not guilty." Then came the surprise of the day to the crowded court room. General Royster then withdrew the formal plea of "not guilty of murder in the first degree" and entered the plea of 'guilty of murder in the second de cree" The Solicitor then stated that he had been advised by the counsel fur th; private prosecution that such plea was satisfactory to the Wilkinson nnd Watkins families, and because of the peculiar circumstances of the case he, for the State, accepted the plea. By common consent of the counsel in the case Judge Graham had been delegated to make a statement in ex planation of the sudden termination of the trial. He began by paying a neserveu triDute to tne (lead man, told of his life of nrobitv and honor, of the esteem in which he was held and of his wide connection in this State and Virginia He then spoke of Hob good and family connections in the county; of Hobgood s thrift and indus try, of his business ability, then of his drunkness that for so many years held him in its clutches, of his violence and disposition; of the many times Mrs. Hobgood had found it necessary to separate herself from him on ac count of his violent and unreasoning disposition, and of him sending her from his home last summer, of his de bauch immediately before the killing, of hisdrinkng on the morning and pre ceding days. Then with faithfulness to detail Judge Graham described the meeting on the road September 2d, and the shooting of Wilkinson, an ac count of which appeared in the Public Ledger at the time. In conclusion Judge Graham stated that after many conferences and much consideration it had been de cided by the friends of the dead man, "is wife and children, his brothers and hrothers-in-law, to accept the plea ten dered by the defendant and to advise 113 acceptance by the State. It was also stated that all had agreed to ask toat the maximum punishment pre scribed by the law for murder in the second degree be imposed. Judgo Whedbee in passing sentence spoke of the enormity of the offense 'hat Hobgood had committed and ad- v'ied bun to spend the remainder of ws days in an effort to expiate the crime and in seeking forgiveness from Jhm who can grant it and cleanse om evil. Judge Whedbee then said 'wine approved of the plea being ctptci by the State and expressed lie tjpmion thatja long drawn out trial ""uu probably have resulted in the ame verdict and punishment, He n th SRntenced Hobgood to hard labor fit? State Penitentiary for a period tY . y years. vnue the final results of this re- -tame affair was a surprise to many ' . "F'f. vet tne opinions of many is on everybody, I "I . - , - HMMnaaMMHHMHHHHMMiHIiMMMMk T-. . i Xocttl Wavelets. I r Events of interest &att)- Two new building have been erected Cotton Factory hill. Mrs. Ella Peace is preparing to re build her store on Raleigh road. The Granville County Fair is yours so do not forget to make it a good one this year. When a fellow goes courting Satur day and stays till Monday things begin to look serious. Note the important change in the ad vertisement of the Oxford Ice Company in another column. We call special attention to the sale of valuable farm land by A. M. Yates, of Lexington, on the last page. The dust has at last been laid and people are again getting a slight taste of what they will have to pull through this winter. The opposition to Senator Simmons are now cussing him out because he secured more pay for the rural mail carriers, of the country. If you want to get the cream of the market on all grades of tobacco and capture many of the choice premiums offered by the Oxford Warehouses. Sell your tobacco on the Oxford Market The members of the Baptist Church are again discussing the question of a home for their pastor, and we cannot see why this large and influential con gregation has not provided one before now. Think seriously over the proposition to issue bonds for streets purposes, as the money thrown away on filling up holes in the streets with dirt and rocks will pay the interests on $30,000 worth of bonds each year. Tobacco continues to flow in on the Oxford market, and we are pleased to learn that the farmers are gratified witn tne prices, ana also lull ot praise for the market, which cannot be excelled in the State. ice cream ana caKe win oe servea on the lawn of Salem Public School on Friday evening, September 27th, from 6 to 10 o clock. Proceeds go to schoo equipment, and the Patronage of the public will be greatly appreciated. Men to be happy are men to be true To all that is manly and fine to do ; Fairness and justice and kindly grace To those at their side in the daily race. Sweetness and mellowness, and desire. To help the old world go a little higher. The Oxford Building &. Loan Asso ciation is becoming very popular with our people as it is a home and town builder, and for that reason we ask you to carefully read the advertisement of this Association on the last page. Much as the people loved Avcock, says the Weekly, he would not have escaped detraction at the hands ot the Kitchinites if he had lived and contin ed in the Senatorial race. Indeed, a member of the Kitchin administration wrote a letter reflecting on him very seriously. Rev. S. K. Phillips will be away the latter part of this week attending the fall meeting of Albemarle Presbytery at Littleton. He expects to return by Sunday and will occupy the pulpit as usual morning and night. The morn ing service will be the celebration of the Lord's Supper The citizens of Oxford are requested by the Churches to bear in mind that the hours set for the taking of the town census are from 3:30 to 5:30 o'clock p m. this Wednesday afternoon. Kindly listen for the church bells and be ready to furnish the census takers with the information they desire as promptly as possible. As we go to press this Tuesday morning we deeply regret to learn ot the death of Mrs. James Cozart at her home near Cheatham's mill. She was the sister of Senator Hicks and Mr. T. T. Hicks, of Henderson, and numbered among the best women of the county. We extend deep sympathy to the gnet stricken family. known that the defense would have strenuously resisted verdict of murder in the first degree as returned by the grand jury on the ground ol insanity. Whether insane or not Hobgood, has for many years, been some what unbalanced on account of in ebriacy and no doubt there have been many who would have said that he was not entirely responsible. It begins to look as if life is cheap in Granville county, since there has been so many homicides during the past three years and only one execu tion. The arraignment of Hobgood broke into the trial of State vs. Walter Per ry in which there was a conviction of nuisance for cursing. State vs. Swin dell was the only other case remain ing and this was tried Monday. This completed the docket and after only one day's session the special term GET READY OXFORD, N. Q., WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBErT25Ti912 Eight new subsciibers were added to the Public Ledger list Saturday and Monday. If you want to "feel like 30 cents" just get stalled on a sandy hill with no gasolene in your automobile. A man never knows how fleet-footed he really is until he has occasion to make a get-awav from a bright lean year girl. We are glad to learn that Mrs. W. R. Taylor, who resides near Oxford and who has been critically ill several day-, is some Detter. Dr. T. L. Booth will now enjoy riding around to see his patients in a newlv painted automobile, which his most ex cellent wife had done during his stav at Buffalo Springs. There is a decided movement on iooi in uxiora to noia a mass meet ing in the near future for the purpose of devising ways and means of en forcing the prohibition law more rigid ly. So long as a law remains on the statue books it should be carried out to the letter of the law. The Registration Books of each pre cinct throughout the State must be open for new registration of voters on October 3rd to October 23rd. Those who will have to register are voters who have changed residence and mose voting for the first time. As soon as the list of Registrars and pollholders are furnished us for this countv we will gladly publish it. A False Report. We are glad to state that the report circulated to the effect that Dr. B. K. Hays would not return to Oxford and resume the practice of medicine is without foundation. The Doctor has no iaea ot moving awav from Oxford Dr. Hays will go to New York in Oc tober for the purpose of attending lec tures at the Post Graduate Medical school, and will return to Oxford to resume his practice the latter part of November. The Oxford Library. The Oxford Library has been moved from Dr. Henderson's office to the store of Mr. H. J. Council, which is on the down stairs floor of the same build ing. The committee, assisted by Mr. Council, the librarian, is taking an in ventory of the books and will appreci ate it if all persons having books will return same within the next few days, so that there will be no delay in get ting the library in working order. It is to be regretted that the privileges of the library have been abused .and it is hoped that in the future the readers of books will be more careful of them and return them promptly and in good condition. It will also be appreciated if all sub scribers will pay their dues promptly, so that the librarian may be paid at the beginning of each month, which will also enable the committee to or der new books. And it must be re membered that the library is the property of the Woman's Civic Club, with the exception of a few small do nations from public spirited gentle men, and has been supported by the Civic Club. The club cordially invites all lovers of good reading to visit and make use of this splendid collection of books. The subscription price of $1 a year is within easy reach of all. Library Committee. Woman's Literary Club. On Tuesday. September 10th. the first meeting of the club year of the Woman's Literarj Club of Oxford, was held with Mrs. R. L Brown. The lovely surroundings of this home, set back in a grove of ancient tOaks, with galleries ornamented with trail ing flowers, waving ferns and plants, together with the charming hospitality of the hostess made an attractive set ting for the beginning of the study of our Southland. The course of study for the vear had been outlined by the program com mittee, Mrs. A. H. Powell, Mrs. S. H. Cannady and Mrs. J. G. Hall, in an at tractive year book with hand painted cover in Daffodils, the club flower, and consists of a thorough study of the South in literature, music and art Many beautiful southern songs and poems and other special features have been distributed throughout, that will make an ideal course. The club was gracefully presided over by its new president, Mrs. S H. Cannady who in a cordial manner wel comed the new members, Mr.. W. B. Baliou and Mrs. E. G. Couch and the guests of the afternoon, Mrs, E. A. McKethan, Miss Maude Parham, Miss I. Gooch and Miss Susie Roberts. In answering to the roll call many charming stories were told and brought to the minds of the club the fact that m one smaii ciud cucie mcic wcio manv decendants of the Colonial Gov- prnnrs. At the close of the meeting dainty refreshments were served by Misses Josephine Brown and Miss Janette Gregory. The club then ad journed to meet with Mrs. C. D. Ray, r-k J f Tuesday. September m. kepoktek. . WELLS DRILLED through rock to r.rar! final rfenth to secure "pure, whole some water in inexhaustable quantity All surface water cased out. Tackftt-Ingold Well and Pump Co. SeDt.25.4t.Dd. Chase City, Va. FOR THE COUNTY FAIR OCTOBER 23RD-24TH. New Pastor Coming. The Geneva-Stovall-Oak Hill church es are rejoicing over the news that Rev. J. S. Kennison. ot whom they recently called as pastor! has signified his i their call. A commission composed of Messrs. Daniel. Lewis and Morton h been appointed to prosecute the call for his services before Greenbrier Pres bytery, and it is hoped that Mr. Ken nison will be in his new field of labor by the middle of October. Good Citizen Gone. Mr. John D. Williams, of Fairport section, died suddenly about 7 o'clock Sunday morning last. He had started to go out to the grape arbor and on reaching the threshold his heart failed him and he feld to the floor and ex pired almost instantly. Mr. Williams served in the Southern army; he was a good, quiet amiable citizen and his sudden death was great shock to the entfre community. The deceased was 65 or 70 years of age. He carried on a mercantile business at Fairport for a number of years. Mr. Williams is survived by a wife, two grown daugh ters and one grown son, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends. The remains were laid to rest in the family plot near Fairport. Phipps-Sherman Marriage. The following announcement has been sent out: Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Phipps requests the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Annie Lou to Mr. Charlie Blank Sherman Tuesday afternoon, October fifteenth nineteen hundred and twelve at two o clock at Enon Church, Oxford, N. C, R. F. D. Miss Phipps is a very attractive and accomplished young lady and -is universally popular in the Enon sec tion and numbers her friends by the score in all parts of Granville county. Mr. Sherman is a popular young busi ness man of Durham. Bags of Gold. Messrs. Mangum & Watkins, pro prietors of the Johnson Warehouse, announce the fact that they will give away bags of gold, amounting to over $700 during this tobacco season. On September 24th they will begin issuing coupons with each coupon and check, which will entitle patron to a chance at ten dollars m gold, the above amount is to be given each and every sale day. At the end of the season, March 31, they wilt give $25 to the farmer making largest average during the season for one barn of tobacco weighing not less than 400 pounds, and to the farmer who sells the largest number of pounds at the Johnson Warehouse they will $25 on March 31 Mangum & Watkins always get high prices for tobacco, and now that they will give away cash prizes every sale day, and handsome prizes at the end of the season, makes it an interesting proposition. A square deal is guar anteed, and their best efforts are.at vour command. See the adv. of John son warehouse on 2nd page of this paper. Meeting at Hermon. The annual meeting was held at Hermon church last week, beginning Sunday, the 15th. and continuing for four days, Rev. L H. Joyner conduct ing the services. Brother Joyner did some of the best preaching he has done on the work, and told the members their duty to the church, their fellow man and to. each other. While t here was no great demonstration on the church there was good work done that will tell in the future. Rev. W. S Hester was with us on Tuesday and told us how glad be was to be with us one more time, and how he loved the people of Hermon; that he had preached to our forefathers be fore and since the war; said he was nearing his journey's end and wanted to meet us all in heaven. We ieei that the work he has done will be last ing, like the bread cast on tne waters will be seen manv days hence. ail wanted the meeting to continue, but the rain had come and we all had to sow our turnips and clover as the dry spell prevented it until now. Oor a deeper work of grace in the hearts of the members of the church. Member. THE GAME LAW. As there seems to be some confusion . ... in the Dublic mind as to the open sea son for hunting in this count', I take this means of letting the people know when the various kinds of game can be K,intH- Deer, from the 1st of September to th 15th of January. Turkey, from the 1st of November to the 1st of March. Partridge from the 1st of November to the 1st of February. This is the period of the year at which it is most important that the game laws be enforced and we ask all who are interested in the protection of our game to aid us in our efforts for without public sentiment behind us we can do yery Jittle to uphold this law. Granville County Game Association Sept. 25.2t. By T. Lanier, Sec'y. ( personal 5tot (Tomlng an& (boina, of friends att& Strangers. Mr. J W. Dean, of Route 2. was in iuwu ivionaay. ..,. -ft r I Mrs. F n Hnrrio f i?, q . our streets Saturday. . iwuib t. nao uu i Mr. and Mrs. Charles Knott, of Route l, were in town Saturday T.r . mr. vv. iy uarner, oi vyreeamoor. was an Oxford visitor Saturday. Mr .Wk Rniwv ,QO A medieal rnllede in " -vftvv. iiuo igiuiucu ill m i Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Currin. of Route 6, were in town Saturday afternoon. Mr. Luther Buchanan has returned to a Medical College in Philadelphia. Mr n m PoiHwi oni r i l.fffc'lL Sn- ! have returned from their summer out mg Mr. Presley Davis, of Stovall. visited his uncle, Dr. I. H. Davis, in Oxford on Saturday. Mr. Garwood, the Durham Sun's ex- cellent talking man. blew into Oxford Monday afternoon. tt. n , . 4i ,. Mr. Hillman Cannady is attending the National Carriage Convention at 1.. . ... w. Atlantic City this week. Kinston to resume her duties as a teacher in the High School. Mrs. James Rogers has returned from a visit to her brother. Dr. A. S. Priddy, Lynchburg, Va. Mr. W. H. Hester, of Clarksville, Va., was an Oxford visitor Tuesday and called on the Public Ledger. Mrs. Henry E. Holms, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. S. K.Philips. returned to Richmond Monday. Messrs. Leon Hines, J. A. Taylor and Henry Robards. of the road, spent the week-end at their homes in Oxford. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Brummitt and Mr. and Mrs. Tilden Barnett, of Shady Grove, were in town Saturday after noon. Ex-Judge Biggs, of Raleigh, was in attendance upon our Court Monday, and his old friends were glad to see him. Mr. W. P. Spencer and son, of Oak Hill township, were among the Oxford visitor Friday and dropped in on the Public Ledger. Mr. and Mrs. E T. Rollins and chil dren, of Durham, were the week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Steed on Rcctorv street. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Parham and two daughters and little son George, of Route 5. were among the throng of visitors in town Saturday. Dr. T. L. Booth returned Monday night from Buffalo Springs much im proved in health to the joy of his fam ily and the gratification of his host of patrons and friends. Mr. Jas. B. Blades and wife, of New berne. who were enroute home from Buffalo Springs, were among the pleas ant guests of the Exchange Hotel Sun day. Governor B. B. Comer and wife and Mr. B. B Comer, Jr , of Alabama, were guests ai the Exchange Hotel Sunday night. They were enroute home from a summer tour among the lakes of New York and Canada. We had the pleasure of meeting the Governor and found him to be a genial and pleasant gentleman. Slanders Southern Women. The manager of Governor Kitchin's campaign has "plasterd" Granville county with a goodly supply of Col lier's Weekly. We do not suppose this paper was good and kind enough to send them for nothing, and it the "man behind the scenes" thinks the vaporings of this Bull Moose, nigger loving. South-hating, slanderer of Southern woman sheet can influence the white voters of this State against Senator Simmons, the man who led us out of darkness into light, he is very sadlv mistaken- "If you would gather roses, do not sow rotten seed.' Stop, Look. Listen. Mr. Will Mitchell, proprietor of the 1 Banner Warehouse announces that l rfina ourou Hlxnn in dolrl n njn- Jie Will f,l,,J ciTvajr lutely free. A grand prize of $100 in gold win De g veu away oil iuc iu j of March to the person homing tne I lucky number, and on the same date 35U m rosq win y vcu tu 1C Beginning Tuesday, September 4tn, 19 i2, every load of tobacco sold at the Banner Warehouse will entitle the nlanter to a coupon which will give him a chance at these two prizes. In addition to the two grand prizes there are six other prizes of $2o each to De given away in October. November and December. Mr. Mitchell guarantees ih hp.sr of evervthind the best of nrices. the best premiums, the best service. We invite attention to the ad vertisement of the Banner Warehouse in another part of this paper. VOLUME 25. NO. 8S PHI LATHE A AND BARACA. The Two Noble Organiza tions Are Doing Good Work in Oxford. The Pllhlin T.Arldfr ;a dratifiaH mUl, the high sta world - wide and noble work in whi.h - u I I a W IS Lne. iathea and Baraca classes of iwfn.i , . i t. - i . . .um uc aigapu ui. ic is aouDtiui we extension of the Master's king aom is bearing better fruit than the rtnlathea and Baraca classes. Noth- mg ran anneal tn thminri rtf tKa in; with as much force as that of seeing the members of the Philathea classes . . airiviug wiiQ an mDora aesire to at tain their ideals, that of snreadind abroad the "love of truth." While the Philatheas love every one with whom its members come in contact, the Baracas is wont to pronounce a bless ing on every one with whom its mem- uciawmc mcuuiaui. ii is a pieasant nd most fascinating work, and it car- nes with it a note of genuine sincerity, which accounts for the happy strides tne two organizations are making in 311 Darts of tne nation, especially in North Carolina and in the dear old town ot uxtord It is a matter of great pride that the "resident of the State Philatheas, Miss Hettie Lyon. re- sides in Oxford. The annual meetind. over which Miss Lyon will preside, k ua n,.if J L.j : i i i ' aim il win uc snuwu iiiaL ueavy gams hnvA hn maAf Arinti hr 05ss. tration. As ,me "ature ot these two very ESP". I organized classes states. rimaiuea is a ureeK wora wmcn means "lovers of truth." This is the ideal before each class which not onlv tries to love every one with whom its members come in contact, but also to make then love the truth. 'Baraca" is an abbreviation of the Bible word "Berachah," shortened in order to get it into a class Din. The children of Israel after their victory over the Mohabites held a praise ser vice in the valley which thev had named "Berachah" which means 'blessing" (2 Chron. 20:26). The mem bers of the class strive to be happy or blessed a blessing to every one with whom they come in contact. Fair Draws Near. There are two separate features that the directors of all fairs have to give attention to and the amount of em phasis placed on the one or the other determines largely the character and value of the fair. These two features can be classed roundly under the heads of amusement or entertain ment, and instruction. There is a wide-spread opinion that unless great emphasis is placed on side-shows, fakers, balloon ascension, etc., or in other words the entertainment feature predominates the people will not come and give the proper support financi ally. There are two reasons why this idea has attained such prominence in the minds of the people, both of which look back for their origin to the earlier times when a combination of two features was more necessary than it is to-day. There were fewer opportuni ties for amusements in the middle ages than at present and the means for paying for such was less There grew up therefore this custom of unit ing the amusement feature with the showing of the best products and trading that was carried on to a large extent at these meetings. This de mand of the people was recognized by the managers and the means of satis fying it incorporated as one of the principal parts of all fairs. The sec ond reason is the revenue derived from this source.lt costs something to run a fair and pay the premiums and it has been considered unwise to neglect any opportunity of securing the neces sary funds. The managers of the Granville Fair believe that the time has come when the predominent feature should be that of instruction and education, Other opportunities are provided at other times and places for those who crave the coarser sensation of the usual low midway attractions. We be lieve the people have reached the point where they appreciate a quieter, more refined atmosphere about their county fair, where they can meet to gether, bring their products, get the lessons that come from seeing the fine stock, field and household products, and carry home with pride the premi ums won. We are going, therefore, to strike out boldly along the newer line of cutting out the claptrap, monkey dodgers and plantation shows, relying upon the higher interest of the people to sup port their fair for its worthier objects. The money available will almost en tirely be put in the premium list which will be put forward as the drawing card.We would rather expend $1000for premiums to encourage productive ef forts in the homes and on the farms of the people of the county than to put this same amount into balloon ascen sions and horse-races. If you believe in this policy of conducting a fair, give us vour help in carrying it out. J. F. WEBB Miss Willie Lee Thomas has again entered the school room, and is now numbered among the popular teachers of Eastern Carolina. Ul 11 was the coure.to pursue. It is J came to an, end.
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