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p UBLIC LEDGER LARGEST CIRCULATION OF ANY NEWSPAPER IN THIS SECTION OF STATE. AND OXFORD BANNER, COUNTY FAIR. o0d and Attendance FQ IT! ONLY ONE mORE SATURDAY IN WHICH TO REGISTER, AND DON'T FORGET IT OXFORD, N. C, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1912. . .L'.ic It iun Ever Despite let .,...,tpninii weather III arly every Wednes- new1?. . .. nfnr rdi alive With Pep!e M 'fnit'f COimty inteI " miiliP3"" .. ,wlUiiirt County Fair. 11 i itit; oiu' The i:ourtHou'l," tion until at 11 o'clock Xocal Wavelets. 3 HEveitts of Unterest Batr- i tie iiiu"1"" . '1 North Carolina Regimental Th:rn k it stand in front of th d,? nnd enlivened the throng b c"1 formed. Capt. sixty Scouts, to the numbe r r the guidance oi acoui Wilkerson. in winch was seated Senator Lee Overman, uAd l"C Fr:.,r ,rhflll With T, Si pr-ession. which n ved toward the fair grounds l,r t .owinU onler: ,aThird North Carolina Regimental Band Ti,i stovan ' Automobile . - l Ct rleU and Judge Graham. E d Hose and Ladder Company. Tie "following Oxford business Jses were represented by floats: OxM Buiiv Company. Hcrner Brothers. National Bank of Granville. Oxford Ice Company. Hughes-Smaw Furniture Company. Critcher Livery. Hul'l-v Company. k'.ttrp Sewniii ftiacmncs aim Go and register today. By all means don't forget to register. Borrowing trouble is dearer than buying fun. Calling a man an"old fool" is no proof that the accuser is not a bigger one. Another cottage is going up near the Excelsior Seat Co. Plant in West Ox ford. A man's true wealth hereafter is the good he has done in the world to his fellowman. A man with a grouch will vote for the meanest of the candidates who are running for office. The Kitchin advertising bureau does not seem to be very active these days. There's a reason. Miss Esther Wyatt, quite a bright young lady, is assisting Shenff b. M. Wheeler, in his office. The special interests are not going to catch so many free trade suckers in North Carolina as they thought they would. In four days this week 22 new sub scribers become readers of the Public Ledger. Some of them from the good old counties of Person and Franklin. The members of the Creedmoor Bap tist Church met Monday night and called Rev. J. H Bass to be their pas tor to succeed Rev. J. H. Martin at the close of the year. We are informed that Mr. C. J. Mangum. one of the efficient mail car riers out from Creedmoor had the mis fortune Tuesdav morning to have a stick of wood fall on his right leg. The wound although not a serious one, proved to be one that will take some time to heal. We are pleased to note that Mr. Badger Rogers.one of Creed moor's pro gressive and prosperous business men, was awarded the premium at the Granville County Fiir on the best pair of draught horses, one sorrel and one black, and were pronounced by many the best ever shown on the grounds. A kindly friend is the old church bell, And hasn't it been so true In all the years to have poured its note Over our good old town and you ! So faithful and fine, and always sweet, It's story has been your own Of toil and trusting, hope and cheer, In the long years that have flown ! A. J. At least four or five thousand people were on the grounds when Mr. B M. Caldwell, President of the Fair, ex tended a cordial welcome to the throng and bade them enjoy the great feast provided for them. Mr Caldwell introduced Senator O verman in happy stle. . Senator Overmans remarks were along industrial lines. He spoke of the impetus given to the agricultural interests during recent years; that even greater and ever-increasing pros perity wwuld come with the parcels nost and good roads. He spoke of the interest he has always felt in old his toric Granville; of the exalted position the county enjoys in the State and the pleasure it afforded him to speak to the good people of such a noble old county. He referred to the fact the l the State Board of Agriculture had carefully looked the State over for land on which to erect an experimen tal station, and congratulated Gran ville county on securing this valuable acquisition.which means so much for the farming and industrial interest of this section. He spoke of the great interest manifested throughout the State for education and advocated more and better schools. He paid a glowing tribute to the valor of the old soldiers; the impoverished condition of the farm when they ret urned home and their struggles to provide for their families. Senator Overman paid a great tribute to the noble woman hood of the State, and is in favors of erecting a monument at Raleigh in honor of their heroism. The practical, logical speech of Senator Overman was of great benefit to the people of Granville county which was received with enthusiasm. Thursday, the second and last day of the fair, dawned with a clear sky. The crowd began to pour into Oxford at an early hour and bv noon the great throng that wended its way to the fair grounds was even greater than that of the previous day. Promptly at the appointed hour President B. M. Caldwell introduced Hon. Wm. A. Graham, Commissioner of Agriculture, fcho made a splendid speech, one well caicmated to inspire the farmers to even greater things Judge A. W. Graham- in a short speech introduced the orator of the day. Prof S. B. rleiges.of Fairfax coun t.ivirguua. Prof. Heigesconfiaed his remarks to corn culture. The speaker said he had spent his entire life in the Pursuits of agriculture, and taking his speech as a whole it was the most in structive ever delivered in Granville county. A Walk thffill.jh (ha main Kutlrlirtrt The meanest thing said in the campaign McMichael has is that our old friend Alex Feild has made the State a fairly good Governor. The cry i3 "Still they come" to cheer us in the production of a twice-a-week home newspaper. Twenty-two silver wheels rolled into the Public Ledger of Virginia. office the first four days of this week, and 22 more subscribers added to our list. It has been well said "that you can't down a working man." Congressman Godwin Stands by Simmons. Congressman Godwin of the Sixth District writes the Charlotte Observer as follows: Answering your questions in refer ence to Senator Simmons, I will say that I am convinced that Senator Sim mons has made a loyal and faithful Senator during his service in the Senate. I feel that he has voted on all measures coming before the Senate in the interest of the laborers, farmers, producers and consumers of his State, and at the same time having at heart the best interest of the general indus trial and commercial development of JNorth Carolina. I have been closely in touch with the Senator in reference to many matters of legislation.in which our district has been much interested, T I 1 c aim i imve aiways iouna mm con scientious and anxious to do what he could to help build up our district and State. I have no patience, whatever, with the charge that he is not a Dem ocrat. While he voted, when the tariff bills were being considered, for a rev enue duty on many articles which in every instance was consistent with the true principles of the Democratic party Women's Literary Club. mi v . ine woman s Literary Club met with Mrs. S. H. Cannady Tuesday af ternoon.Oct. 22nd. The thirteen mem bers present answering to the roll call with names of typical colonial homes personal 3totes l VOLUME 25. NO. 97 TILLERY-TAYLOR NUPTIALS. J Coming an& Going of frlenos ait& Strangers. Mr. Sterling Boddie. of Fianklin. at tended the fair. Mr. Bradsher, our County Fair. of Roxboro, took in An Event of Much Interest in the Social Circles of Oxford. "She is mine own; And I as rich in having such a jewel As twenty seas, if all their sand were pearls. The water nectar, and rocks pure gold." St. Stephens' Episcopal Church was the scene of a most beautiful wedding Tuesday evening, when Miss Sophia Mrs. E. T. Rollins, of Durham, was in Taylor, one of Oxford's popular vouna "Aiuiu uunug me lair. Mr. J. H. Harris, of Durham, was in Oxford during the fair. county, ladies, became the bride of Mr. George l. linery, ot Wilmington, the church ovei flowing with friends to witness the marriage of this popular couple. ine church was exquisitivelv decor ated in white and green with numer ous candles and made a beautiful set ting for the bridal party. In the order ot the processional, to the strains of tor in ; ? V k- QUay SprmgS' Played softly thc deft fingres of uok in tne iair oi nis old connty. Miss Marv Whh j !. hju UJ11V1 down the main aisle. Messrs. Kerr Mr. Josh Barnes, of Vance visited the fair Wednesday, Mrs. B E Parham visited friends in Durham the first of the week. If as much hot shot were shot into the enemy as the Democrats in this State are shooting into each other the majority might reach 75,000. The program for the annual session of the North Carolina Teacher's As sembly is just completed, the meeting this year to be in Greensboro Novem ber 27-30. Mangum & Watkins, the hustling proprietors of the Johnson Warehouse, are still making rafter averages on to bacco and giving away premiums. Give them trial and you will be pleased. We learn that Mrs. Len Pitchford is quite happy as she was awarded the brass bedstead offered by Mr. J. Robt. Wood for the best selection of sewing on exhibition at the Granyille County Fair. "Bv George, I hate that," is what we are afraid some of our people will say when they go to the polls to vote, and find that they had not been prop erly registered, Today is the last day for Registering. The Baptist Congregation has pur chased from Mr. R L Brown his resi dence on Hillsboro street for a par sonage. It is beautifully situated on a terrace and will make an ideal home for their very able and beloved pastor. Somebody recently envolved this epigram: "When business is good, ad vertise some to get more business; when business is bad. advertise more to get some business." A good saying to remember: there is sound sense in it. The visitors to the Granville County Fair were greatly surprised at the ex tensive exhibits made by our go-head farmers and their splendid wives. We are proud of our people and theCounty Fair which gets better and better each year. The Republicans and Progressives of the Fifth Congressional District have united upon Mr. C. W. Curry, of Greens boro, as the candidate to oppose Major C. M. Stedman and at separate meet- It goes without.telling it Mr Farmer .V .1 f m mat tne uxiord looacco Market is noted the State over for its rafter av erages on all grades of tobacco. Our buyers hold large orders and are will ing to pay almost any prices in order to fill them. Fine wrappers are bring ing from $60 to $82 ner hundred. It is "up among the rafters", so bring your tobacco to Oxford. It is with pride and pleasure that the Public Ledger learns that Mr. J. H. Perry, one of Granville s progressive young farmers who lives near Creed moor, won three prizes on his exhibit at the State Fair. One hundred dol lars for best exhibit of farm products. First prize of $35 for tobacco wrappers. Mrs. Perry captured a $15 prize on her choice line of canned goods. Hurrah for Granville! While Senator Overman was in Ox ford Wednesday he talked enthusiasti cally of the political conditions in the State, an overwhelming Democratic victory being assured with the only question as to the great majority. He is in fine form for campaigning and says he is thoroughly enjoying getting around among the best people God's sun ever shown upon. Our people enjoyed meeting the distinguished Sen ator. We are proud to say that the Gran ville County Fair was a glorious suc cess and it is with great pleasure that we warmly congratulate every one connected with it, both gentlemen and ladies, upon its unparalleled success. It was largely attended by the people of this and adjoining counties.who were agreeably surprised at the extensive exhibits. It is a pleasure to us to say that we never saw a more gonteel and orderly crowd of people assembled to gether. The first paper, 'The South's Contri bution to Classical Studios," was one that was brought over from a previous meeting and was read by Mrs. J. W. Horner. In this paper Mrs. Horner showed us how generous the South has been in the diffusion of her classical knowledge and made us familar with the names of Gildersleeve, Price, Hum phreys, Fetter and others as the au thors of many classical studies. The subject for the afternoon was "Virginia." Mrs. S. H. Cannady gave a very interesting sketch of the versa tile John P. Kennedy, and in her most pleasing manner read selections from his Swallow Barn, a series of letters describing life in Old Virginia. Miss Graham could not be pres- sent and her paper, "Virgina Novelists Before the War," was read by Mrs. H M. Shaw. Mrs. K. L. crown s paper L.ite m Colonial Virginia,' was thoroughly en joyed as was her reading, "Virgians in a New Country by Baldwin." The discussion for the afternoon, "Virginia Colleges," was led by Mrs. J. W. Horner, and it was of interest to know that William and Mary was the second to oldest college founded in America, and that here many presi dents were educated. On account of the lateness of the hour the song, Star Spangled Banoer, with Mrs. Shaw as leader, had to be omitted. After enjoying delicious refreshments the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Webb November 5th M. C. L Reporter. The Marshal's Ball. Miss Manning, of Spartanburg, S. C, is tne guest of Miss Mary Cooper. senator A. A. Hicks attended the Supreme Court in Raleigh Wednesday. Col. Will Osborn, of Greensboro, at- tenaea tne iair and met many ot his old friends Mrs. Shannon and Miss Lourine Dor- sey, ot Henderson, attended our fine County Fair. Mr. Lee Minor and little son, of Stem, were in Oxtord rriday and called on Public Ledger. Mr. J. C. Satterwhite, of Wake coun ty, visited relatives in Oxford this week and took in our fair. Mrs. L. S. Sizemore, of Oak Hill township, attended the fair and called on the Public Ledger. mr. ruweu, oi wnuevuie, visuea ms son, Mr. A. H. Powell, this week, and took in our splendid Fair. Mrs. Carey Hunt, of Enfield, is visit ing her brother, Mr. Sam Parker, and enjoyed attending our fair. Messrs, J. H. Sherman and Thomas Frazier, of Person county, attended our fair and called on the editors. Democratic Speaking. Hon. J. W. Bailey, one of the very best speakers in the State, will speak advocating the re-election of Senator F M. Simmons at Wilton, Saturday, Nov. 2nd, at 12 o'clock and at Creed moor, Saturday Nov. 2nd, at 3 p. ro. ings of the District committees held in j Everybody invited, especially the la- Greensboro Friday dorsed. Mr. Curry was en- the Poultry building, the horse stalls dies to come out and tinguished speaker. hear this dis- ailj Cattle1 anH ni1 nckito nflaa Uck splendor of this; magnificent county. loe fruit exhibit this year is especi aly interesting. There were great pyra mids of iucious pears and apples un surpassed in this or any other State. Ilje handiwork and skill of the ladies 01 the county were noticable in the ttceiterit display of preserves, pickles ana canned goods. And just think of l.cios.ti at hand were an abundance J .'-he finest cakes and the best bread " is one's pleasure to look at. To say ie least, they were tempting, and "e pantry could not have held them w our boyhood days. he Girls' Canning Club deserve much credit for an extraordinary fine "ajwt. The goods they prepare "ap vjhl to the inner man" elegant and substantial -The exhibit of the Oxford Graded shows that much earnest work fir,,. 1 ueen accomplished by both teacher dnu pupil. Those who lace so much jiress on Book" wil who place the "Old Blue Back Spelling be convinced on examining exhibit , u:..w : t.r.tnri U(Je these latter days also. iue specimen of corn to be found this (continued on fourth page.) The pastor, Rey. S. K Phillips, has returned and will preach at Presbyte rian church at morning and night ser vice Sunday. At the evening service the quartette will sing, composed of Messrs. Clarence Pardo, E. G Couch, T. C. and Gibson Howell. Fathers, mothers, brothers and sis - ters, beaux and Belles, cousins, uncles, aunts and friends attended the Gran ville County Fair and all had a grand time. We are glad they came, and hope we all will liye to meet again on the grounds next year. The Fowl Exhibit at the Fair was so large that it could not be shown to advantage for like of space. The di rectors will have to enlarge tne Dunn ing before the next Fair as our people have proven by the line exnioit maae they are taking a deep interest in poul try raising. Word comes from the rolling hills of Granville that possums are ripe and that never in the memory of the oldest inhal itant were tne succulent marsu pials in better condition. They are hutterfat already and need no prelimi nary fattening process before going to the frying pan. A young man from the country had quite a switt moving horse and drove him around town at a rapid rate Wed nesday until late in the afternoon. About 4 o'clock while standing near the water fountain the horse dropped dead causing some excitement among j the large crowd on the streets. A Horse Injured. An accident which may result in the death of a valuable horse occurred near the monument Thursday morn ing Mr. Humphrey, of Walnut Grove township, was driving across the pub lic square during the hour in which the streets were crowded, and one of the points of his buggy shaft struck the side of a horse belonging to Mr. J H Puckett, of Route 7, and penetrated it to a depth of six inches. At last ac count the horse was alive, but was suffering with pain Concert at Oxford College. A small and select audience greeted Mme. Blye at Oxford Colllege Tuesday evening. It is doubtful if a more cele brated artist ever appeared in Oxford before, and it is to be regretted that threatening weather detained so many at home. Mme. Byle has few equals, and she plays with as much ease and freedom as a mocking bird warbles its notes. It is a pity that a larger number did not hear the soul-inspiring music as rendered by this famous artist . - FOR SALE: One mule colt. Address J. D. Williams, care Horner bchool p SCHOOL Children 5c. at Opera House Friday night Mr. B K. Lassiter will be in his office all day Saturday for registration It is vour last chance. Importanrl Be sure and register. It is fitting that the Granville County Fair should be closed with a ball, and to Mr. B. K. Lassiter, who inaugurated the movement in honor of visiting young ladies is due the festivities of the evening. The floors of the Armory had been burnished and at the appointed hour the orchestra of the Third North Caro lina Regimental Band struck up a waltz aud twenty-five or thirty hand some couples glided over the floor. The round dance prevailed up to eleven o'clock when the floor manager an nounced the chief marshal's dance, which was led by Mr. B. K. Lassiter and Miss CooDer. of Henderson, with Capt. and Mrs. T. G. Stem in the for ward, and the following marshal's and ladies: Mr. R B. Wright and Miss Manning, of South Carolina; Mr. Marsh Ray and Miss Hancock; Mr. J. P. Harris and Miss Ruth Mitchell; Mr. W. L Mitchell and Miss Johnston, of Littleton; Mr. Paul Q. Bryan and Miss Crews; Mr. H. T. Jackson and Miss Hasline, f Virginia. Following the marshal s dance Mr. B. K Lassiter announced that a hap py event, in the nature of a surprise, was about to take place, and request ed Mr R. B. Wright to come forward and "deliver the good." Mr. Wright motioned to Capt. Stem and the two advanced to the centre of the room, where Mr. Wright, in a few well chosen words in behalf of the marshals pre sented Captain Stem with a handsome jeweled gold watch. Captain Stem is familiar with "sharp practice " but for once he was caught unawares, and regaining control of his emotions he thanked his marshals in a nice little speech from the depth of an overflow ing heart. Quite a number of visiting young ladies from out of town participated in the pleasures of the evening, and . j many nanosome gowns, urcams ui beauty, glided across the floor with the ease and grace of a swan. Senator Overman and Col. Benehan Cameron were the guests of Judge A. W. Graham while attending the fair. Mr. Frank Owen, a young farmer of Route 4, was among the happy young throng at the fair and called on editors. We were pleased to receive a visit Thursday from Mr. W. F. Wheeler, of Lyon, and son of our departed friend C. C. Wheeler. Mr J. A. Long, of Roxboro, and can didate for the Senate from this district, attended our fair and was very much gratified at our success. Major W. A. Graham, Commissioner of Agriculture, honored our fair with his presence, and while in Oxford was the guest of his brother.Judge Graham Prof. S. B. Heiges, of Fairfax. Va., while attending our County Fair was the guest of President B. M. Caldwell at Carolina Lodge The Opera House is now open under new management, and an hour's en tertainment is guaranteed to every one who attends. See adv. elsewhere. Taylor with J. C. Robards, Littlejohn lay lor with Windfaeld Taylor, Charlie lay lor with Beasley Taylor, followed by the bridesmaids in white crepe de chine and carried yellow chrysanthe mums, first Miss Martha Ferebee, sec ond Miss Myrtle Shamburger, of Hert ford, followed by two groomsmen. Messrs. James Lynch, of Wilmington. and Leon Marrow, of Soudan. Va next Miss Emma Tillery, ol Richmond, next Miss Mary Williams, loliowed by three groomsmen, Messrs. George Lynch, of Wilmington; Paul Tillery, ot Kaleigh, and N. C. Tool, of Wilmington; Next the maid of honor. Miss Irene Hines, attired in white crepe meteor and carried white chrysanthemums; next the dame of honor, Mrs. J. C. Roberts, attired in yellow crepe me teor and carried white chrysanthe mums, followed by the bride on the arm of her father, Mr. J. A. Taylor, at tired in white satin charmeuse and carried shower bouquet of brides roses. The groom with his best man enter ed from the vestrv room, and received the bride at the chancel. In a beautiful and impressive ceremony of the Epis copal Church. Dr.F. H.T. Horsfield, the bride's pastor, said the sacred words that joined these two young lives. The father gave the bride away. A reception to the bridal party and and relatives of the bride and groom was held at the residence of the bride's parents, on Raleigh street, after which Mr. and Mrs. Tillery left at eleven o'clock in an automobile for Henderson.where they caught the mid night train for New York and other places of interest. The bride is one of our choicest young ladies- From a little girl she has grown up in our midst, honored by old and young alike. She has ever been a bright star in the home circle and now she has gone to reign as queen in her own home. The groom is almost a stranger to us, but judging from what the bride is worthy of, he is a good and noble man. Mr. Tillery is identified with the general offices of the Atlantic Railway Company, and after a brief trip north Mr. and Mrs. Tillery will be at home in Wilmington. The Public Ledger joins their host of friends in extending warm congrat ulations and wish for them a long and happy life. How You May Vote. At a meeting of the State Executive Committee held in Raleigh Thursday evening to consider a recent ruling as to who may vote in the November election, the following resolution war unanimously adopted: Resolyed, That in the opinion of the committee, the words "Democratic ticket," as used in the fourth and tenth rules governing the senatorial primary,, adopted by the State con vention, shall be construed to permit any elector, who shall have voted for nominees of the Democratic party only, and who shall not have voted for any candidate or any ticket in oppo sition to the Democratic ticket, to vote in the said primary. WANTED. A CLERK. Clerk Wanted An experienced salesman for a clothing store in Ox ford. Permanent position. Answer ing advertisement give age and refer ence. Address P. O. Box 186, Oxford, N. C. Oct. 23-2t. Delightful Entertainment. An elegant and enjoyable entertain ment in honor ot Miss Sophia Taylor was given by Mrs. John A. Williams and Miss Mary B Williams at their home on Front street one day last week Seven tables were arranged for cards and the score cards were hand painted in designs of wedding bells. At the close of each score the guest of honor was presented a lovely gift of cut glass or silver and at the close of the games was presented a beautiful bouquet of Autumn's choicest flowers, lovely white chrysanthemums. The bride-to-be was elegantly attired in lteht blue charmeuse and lace trim- mintJfj. which enhanced her charms of beauty. The adornment of the parlors in choice cut flowers and ferns added charms to the occasion, after which choice refreshments were served. Mayor of Creedmoor Marries Mayor J. L. Peed, of Creedmoor, and Miss Alma Vaughan, daughter of Mr. W. D. Vaughan, of Lyon, were quietly married Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock in the parlors at the Wheeler Hotel in Oxford, Squire S H. Rogers, of Creedmoor. uniting the happy couple. Mr. and Mrs. Peed, after hearty con gratulations of a number of friends de parted on 2 45 p. m. train for Creed moor. This is the first marriage to be solcmized at the Wheeler Hotel. And it is worthy of note that the new hotel. of which Sheriff Wheeler is proprietor, wiil vie with its neighbor, the Ex change Hotel, in becoming popular with those seeking a quiet marriage. In the language of the present day campaign documents "there is a rea son for it." Both of our hotei pro prietors, Mr. L. F. Smith and Sheriff Wheeler, are big fine fellows and would make splendid advertising signs for Grand Central, New Willard or any other big hotel. TAKE NOTICE. I hereby notify all persons that in future I will not be held responsible for anv accounts made by wife, Mis Lucv Smith Boddie. S. G. Boddie, DON'T miss the moving picture j oct 25 2t.pd. Gupton, N. C show Friday and Saturday at tne upera House. See Wath-letka, 1 Don't fail to register, it is important 29th. 31st. Democratic Speaking. The Democratic candidates for coun ty and legislative offices will address the people of the county at the follow ing time3 and places: Berea, Saturday, Oct. 2bth. Oak Hill, Tuesday, Oct 29th. Cornwall, Tuesday night, Oct. Bullock. Thursday, Oct. 31st. Stovall, Thursday night, Oct. Dexter, Friday night, Nov.'' 1st. Hebter, Saturday, Nov. 2nd At night appointments the speaking will begin at 7:30 o'clock and at the others at 2:30 o'clock in the atternoon. Other speakers will be with the candi dates at most of these appointments. Come out everybody and hear the is sues of the campaign discussed. D. G. BRUMMITT. Chairn a i. T. G. STEM, Secretary. LOST Elam Currin lost an overcoat and pair gloves at Fair Ground Thurs day and finder will be rewarded by leaving same with Mr. Morris Green.