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BEST ADVERTISING MEDIUM PUBLISHED IN THIS SECTION OF STATE. SE M I- WEEKLT INTO TAE JAWS OF DEATH. Brave Boys Are Those Who Go Into Burning Buildings to Extinguish the Flame. Last week when a barrel of paint ex plosed at the Banner Warehouse, send ing prongs of flame in every direction, it was an inspiring sight to behold the noble gray horses attached to the fire wagon, the cool-headed driver and brave firemen hastening to the scene, ready for any emergency, and as they fought their way into the flame and smoke, a gentleman remarked that neither -love or money could induce him to follow those boys into the depth of the building. A volunteer fire com pany, such as we have in Oxford, does not receive the plaudits that are due them, as compared with the paid fire departments of the large cities. In the cities if a fireman is disabled in the discharge of his duty he receives a pension; if killed, those dependent upon him are cared for; if the captain orders him to scale a ladder and res cue a mother and her child, his suc cessful efforts are rewarded with a promotion or retirement with full pay. If a New York fireman refuses to scale a wall, as directed by the captain, his services are no longer needed, and another one is selected. It is very different iu the European cities, where the firemen enlist for a number of years, and a refusal to scale a wall to rescue the perishing is shot down in his tracks or court-marshalled as his captain may direct. It has been demonstrated abroad that burning buildings are more horrible in the sight o! firemen than the point of a pistol, and the captain who inflicts death is sure, sooner or later, to be killed in a mysterious way. One of the hardships that the vol unteer firemen frequently endure is scarcely known to the outside world, and it is a short story, told in a very few words, viz: Let a fireman "dike" himself up in 'his best suit, kid gloves and all, and start off with his best girl. Bang! bang! bang! goes the fire-bell Off goes the fireman. Nothing can stop him. We guarantee that his best girl could scarcely recognize him one hour later. His best suit is a total loss, but he is never heard to complain, Long live the Edwards Fire Brigade! They know no fear and expect no re ward. But there is a reward. We may fail to thank and show the appre ciation due them, but the day will come, only too soon, when some of these dear boys will penetrate fire and smoke to rescue the perishing. If they are taken from us while in the act of saving others Jet them have the blessed assurance that they will wear an eternal crown of glory ! - Mrs. Royster Entertains. On Thursday afternoon last, from 3 30 to 5 o'clock, Mrs. B S. Royster charmingly entertained the Recreation Club In addition to the enrolled members, several invited guests en joyed Mrs. Royster's hospitality. This ideal home, while always adorned with beautiful flowers, an evidence of the aesthetic taste of its mistress, never presented a more at tractive appearance than on this oc casion, when queenly chrysanthe mums of every variety and hue, the handsomest of the season, graced par lor, halJ, library and dining room. The gracious hostess becomingly gowned in white marquisette over pink, assisted by Master Thomas Royster, received the guests at the door, and directed them to tables which had been arranged for the in teresting game of forty-two. In due course delicious refresh ments, consisting of waifers and sand wiches, pressed chicken, Waldorf salad, eggs-a-la golden-rod. and-coffee, were daintily served. All too soon the gathering dusk pro claimed the hour of departure at hand, and the appreciative guests reluctant ly bade the hostess and each other adieu. Participant. GRANVILLE can well boast of be ing the home of a great many fine mules as seen at the Fair. But it would be hard to find in her border finer one3 than the pair of large black ones bought of Horner Bros. Co. last Friday by Mess C. W. and S. J. Pleas ants, and the pair of bay ones bought of Horner Bros. Co. by Mr. H E. Crews the same day. They will attract at tention anywhere and are well in the $550 to $600 a pait class. MR. R. T. CLARK, of Stovall. was among the many buyers at Horner Bros. last Friday and carried out a fine Taylor and Cannady buggy. LOST: Sorrel horse, two white hind feet with saddle on. Roy B. Wright. ' MR. R. D. O'BRIEN who has been selling 40 cent average barns of to bacco this year right along bought a fine mule from HGrner Bros. Co. Sat urday. MRS. C. HUNT was in town Fri day and carried out a fine black horse from Horner Bros. Co. AGENT WANTED: To take orders for pur patented mail box.. Free City Delivery means big demand. Now is the time. Be first. Particulars free. $10 to $15 a day Up-to-date SuppI v Co., 2538 W. Market St., LouisviHe.Ky. PUBLIC OUR SLOGAN-OXFORD TLocal PaveUts, 3 r Events of interest (Batt ered 3fere ano Z3!)ere. Have you signed a postoffice candi date's petition yet f Let us pull together for a greater Ox ford and a more progressive county.' J. A. Kelly, mortgagee, advertises some land for sale on the last page. Wonder if the ordinance prohibiting riding on the side walks will now be enforced? The Oxford Ice Co. is having the large water tank cleaned out and re painted. Horner Bros. Co. sent eight of our young farmer friends home Saturday riding hi new buggies. Your attention is called to sale of land advertised in another column by W. A. L. Veazey, Commissioner. The Oxford Ice Company now has a bountiful supply of pure well water with a fine pressure in case of fire. One of the ways to show your ap preciation of a newspaper is to trade with those merchants who advertise in it. Are you in favor ot better streets for Oxford? If you are tell us how we are going to get better streets without money? If you are looking for cabbage plants you are asked to read the advertise ment of Evergreen Farm, Creedmoor, on the last page. "I asked Allene to marry me, My heart stopped beating then ; She did not answer "yes" but gee ! How, quick she gurgled "when?" Success seldom comes to a man un til late in the game By the time he is in a position to get all the pie he wants he is a dyspeptic Young wife started in to bake, So Hubby 'could hold a revel He ate a piece of angel cake, And acted like th devil.- - Prices on all grades of tobacco con tinues to sell high on the Oxford mar ket, so load up and come along as the buyers are waiting for your tobacco. There were a number of drunks in town Saturday and Sunday The booze seems to float around as freely as it did in the days of the dispensary. Mr. J. E. Jones, of Culbreth section, who has been sick several weeks, has so far recovered as to be able to come to Oxford Monday, accompanied by Mrs. Jones. "No, no, you mustn't kiss me so sweet," she said as he drew her close to him, "Mother objects to kissing" Said he, "Well, dearie, I'm not going to kiss her." The store of Mr. Willie Murray, in Reavis park, was broken into Saturday night. As no goods were missed it is supposed the thief is still on the round for money. We learn that Mr. Will Long, who will with his family spend the winter in Richmond, has sold his large resi dence on the corner of Main and High streets to Mr. Sam Watkins. It was a nice thihg to do. As a mark of their good fellowship the Durham Sun force presented Bro. O. F. Crow son on his retirement as editor with a gold cigar clipper with a diamond set ting. . That was an important decision ren dered the other day by our State Su preme Court in holding that a railroad company is responsible for the safety of its passengers in case of assaults and the like. No public speaker, be he preacher or political orator, can draw an audience of one-tenth that which greets the av erage newspaper today, and thus the tone of the press becomes a matter of vital importance to the welfare of .the community. The Long-Winston Company has an advertisement on the fourth page of this paper of vast interest to all who. contemplate purchasing horses, mules, wagous, buggies, harness, etc. They have a fine supply of all these nice things on hand, and an additional sup ply constantly arriving. See their adv. One of our good men stopped smoking for the sake of his young son. If I smoke I shall set a bad example," and gave up the use of tobacco with many sighs of regret. The other night he found a box of little cigars in the boy's coat pocket, a well-smoked briar pipe and a pack of cigarettes in the shed. Wadesboro Ansonian says: During the recent examination given colored teachers in this county, the following question was asked: "Where is the Panama Canal : Who is building One i of the teachers gave this ans " "It is in North America and Gov w Kitchin is buHding.it." Could an m-im ask for a greater praise from the v mor over whom he rules ? people AND OXFORD OXFORD, N. C, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, The Lyon Memorial Building is gear ing completion. This is one of the smallest attended courts for several terms. . The morning greeting now is : Weie you robbed last night ? The Thanksgiving turkeys are calling each other in different parts of the town. .-""'' " Mrs. M. C. Cannady is having mod ern improvements put in her residence on College street. LOST. Last Sunday night while re turning from church a piece of Fur for neck. Finder please return to J. M Baird. We learn that Mr. J. G. Shotwell has purchased the dwelling he now occu pies on Asylum street from Mr. Will Long. The good and warm-hearted County Treasurer request us to announce that he is now ready to cash all vouchers in the hands of teachers of the county. Sheriff Wheeler and Mr. Baldy Ste gall a few night ago went in the coun try and captured an illicit still along with some beer and a few gallons of whiskey. The beer was destroyed and still and whiskey were brought to town. The Baptist Junior Philatheas will give a social tea on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the store of J. R. Wood for the ben efit of the church The hours are 1 to 8:30 P. M. General admission 5 cents and refreshments will be served at a small price Public cordially invited. : In some countries it is still custo mary to fire a cannon after the marri age ceremony has been performed. This is to remind those present that the battle of life has just begun. In this country it should be fired off when thev enter the divorce court to let it be known that the battle of life together has been called off. - Death of an Infant. Little William ; Henry, the infant of Mr. and Mrs. Lemning Overby, died at the home of its parents in Hender son on November 10th of whooping cough and bronchitis, in the tenth month of its age. The remains were brought toOxford and intered in the family plot in ElmwoodCemetery, Out heartfelt sympathy . goes out to the family in this their hour of trial. Binghan and Horner Teams. The preparatory school champion ship of North Carolina will ,be at stake when the teams of the Bingham school and the Horner Military academy meet in Asheville on Thanksgiving day in a contest which promises to be one ot the most interesting of the season. Bath teams are working hard in preparation for the event, and the supporters of the two institutions are looking forward to the game with a great deal of interest. , m - Granville Superior Court. The November term of Granville Superior Court convened in Oxford at 10 o'clock Monday morning. Judge W. H. Whedbee, presiding. Solicitor Gattis arrived on an early train and in good trim for business. The following grand jury was drawn: Foreman. H. H. Eatman; R. L. Green John A. Daniel, J. W. Davis, J A Green, I H. Stegall, B. T. Harris, A. H. Powell. D. C. Grissom. R. L Minor. R. B. Dean, W. R. Greenway, Frank Lyon, J. V. Winston, L. V. Evans. L H Long mire, Daniel Dean, R. L. Pitchford. Judge - Whedbee's charge to the grand jury was very comprehensive and touched every phase of crime that is calculated to engage the attention of the court, and embraced larceny, gambling, ' blind tigers," etc. Judge Whedbee is not only a terror to all evil doers, but he is a business judge and delights to expedite matters as much as possible, and he and Solicitor Gattis make a strong team, and insist upon the law taking its course. The regular petit jury is composed of the following: C. W. Brvan. E M. Adams, A L. Boyd. Oscar Yancey, J. M. Neathery, J B. Knight, L B. Tur ner, DeWitt Brummitt, A .E Averett, T, B DUlard, L E Adcock, W. H Sto vall, P. H. Montgomery. A R. Hicks. R H. O'Brian, G. H Wheelous, C. C. Williams. The following are the criminal cases disposed of Monday. State vs Charlie Swindell, larceny; guilty. State vs Cornelius staples, f and a., guilty. State vs George Parker, affray; judg ment suspended upon payment of cost State vs Gilard Lvoh, gambling, guil ty; 3 month on roads. State vs Bud Lyon, gambling, guilty; 3 months on road3. State vs Demit Rogers, assault, guil ty; 3 months on roads. State vs Torn Hayes, gambling, guil ty; 3 months on roads. State vs Norman and Robert Roy croft, failure to pay rent, not guilty. ANNUAL MEETING. The Annual meeting of the Farmers' Mutual Fire Association will convene in Oxford the 2d day of December, 1912, to transact business of the asso ciation, election of officers, levying as sessments, etc. . Let us have a fine rep resentation By order of C M. Knott, Pres. M. Blalock, Sec.-Tres. BANNER OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES." I - ' v Girls "Incog." 'l The play at the Opera House next Friday night is composed of pretty rls, catchy songs dramatic scenes, loVe and laughter. It is fust such a PJay as appeals to both young and Old. The play is beautifully staged and the papers throughout the State where "Incog" has been put on are loud in their praise of the details of the play. A Card of Thanks. '.v? We desire to express our sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors, to all the good people of Oxford and the surrounding country for their sym pathy and helpfulness during the sick ness of our son, John Wesley. Our friends did all we could ask or expect. May the Lord heal our broken hearts, ahd may He reward each of you for every good deed. :;; Mr. and Mrs D. N. Hunt. Painful Accident. -' . - Mr. R. H. Cheatham, better known as "Pie," the son of Mr. D. T. Cheat ham, had the misfortune to lose his left arm in a corn shredder Monday. His hand was caught in the machine and the arm severed three inches above the wrist. He quietly walked ta the house and a band was fclaced tove the elbow to stop the flow of biobd until Drs. Cannady and Thomas reached him. who on examination found the arm so badly lacerated it was necessary to amputate above the elbow. From last accounts he was resting well, and we truly hope he will soon be out. . An Epidemic of Robbery. ;;? There is an epidemic of rebbery of the worst kind in Oxford. The citi zens "jare thoroughly aroused and are debating ways and means to rid the town of this undesirable element S&me advocate an adequate - police force, others believe it will be neces sary to call on the military company, while others advocate employing a couple of Pinkerton detectives to spot t$e criminals. It is conceded that tie gang is composed of the worst khid : of thugs, quick at trigger and ready for blood if caught in the act. jThree places were entered Monday riight. At the home of Mrs. Yancey, oh Pemp avenue, the thieves gained efedlace to-tbir parior, and finding the inner doors locked they turned on the electric light and left it burning. They entered the store of Willis Moss, colored, which is located in the vicinity of the colored Presbyterian church. The store of Lanier & Taylor, at the head of Hillsboro street, was also en tered Monday night. A number of other business places testify to the nearness of thieves. They are here in plenty. Get your gun in readiness ready to defend vour life, your loved ones and your property. Funeral of John Wesley Hunt. The last sad rites over the body of John W. Hunt, who died here Friday morning was conducted from Salem church Sunday eyening by Rev. W. W. Peele, of the facullv of Trinitv Park School, assisted by Dr. A. P. Tyer, of uxtord. the body was taken from the home at 12:30 and conveyed to Salem church, followed by a number of friends and relatives, and services were held as soon as the body reached the church. The active pall bearers were C. S. Bunn. J. E. Britt, D. A. Neese, W. V. Fuller, Roy Crews, and J. A. Hutchins. The honorary pall bearers who also were floral bearers were: L. M. Hall, J. H. Critcher. T. S. Waller, Geo. E. Cheatham, M. D. Oakley, W. H. Moore, R. W. Boyd, P. L. Hester. Thos. Hight, L F. Smith and Ivy Day. As is well known John was a student at Trinity, and his class was represent ed by Mr. L M. Hall. The Literary So ciety of which he was a member by Mr. J. E. Britt, its President, and the Y. M. C. A. by Mr. C. S. Bunn, Presi dent, and Rev. Peele, who was one of his instructors. - Jno Hunt came home the day before the election to cast his first and only vote, and on the same day he was taken ill, and for ten days battled with typhoid fever. He seemed to know from the beginning that his time was soon coming, as he told his parents he was going to die and gave them in structions as to his funeral and burial. He was a boy who easily made friends and held them; was unassuming in his character, always asking advice from his superior, and accepted it when he thought it good and when in doubt he consulted with his parents. There is some good in every one, but John had the traits that go to make up a noble character. He told the truth if he suf fered by it; was big-hearted, obedient and loyal to every organization to which be belonged. The Y. M. C. A and Calhoun Literary Society to which he belonged at Trinity College bore testimony that they had no truer or more loyal member than John Hunt. A large concourse of friends of the family showed their love and respect for him in attending the burial. The floral tributes were . many and beautiful, the prettiest coming from the Senior Class at Trinity . Park. We extend to his loved ones" our deepest sympathy and may God com- f . . a am. tort tnem m their hour ot distress. . A Friend. Mr. R S. Howard, ot Route 4, was in town Tuesday. . LEDGER 1912. "Personal 3totes. r Coming and (Bolrtg of friends anb Strangers. Mr. J. H. Evans, of Route 4, was in town Monday. Mr. E. J. Jenkins, of Wilton, was in town Monday. Mr. T.J. Smith, of Route 6, was in town Saturday. Mr. H. H. Hicks, of Route 2. was in town Saturday. General Hester, of Route 1, was in town Saturday. Mr. D. S. Williams, of Route 4, was in Oxford Tuesday. Mr. D. C. Hunt was in Richmond Friday on business. Mi. A. H. Powell returned Saturday from a business trip. Mr. J. R. Renn, of Providence, was in town Saturday. Mr. Dave Milton, of Stem section, was in town Saturday. Mrs. M B. Hobgood, of Route 1, was on our Streets Saturday. Mr. J. E. Dean, of Providence, was a town visitor Saturday Mr. J. C. Peace, of Wilton section, was in Oxford Tuesday Mrs. Martha Chewning, of Route 5. was on our streets Monday. Mr. Bat Parham, of Henderson, was in Oxford Sunday afternoon. .Mr. Yancey Oakley, of Stem Route 2, was in town Saturday. Mr. J. E- Catlett, of Biassfield town ship, was in Oxford Saturday. Misses P. B and M. Y. Jones, ot Berea, were in town Saturday. Mr. Henry Huff, of Oak Hill town ship, was on our streets Saturday. Miss Jeanette Biggs enjoyed the week-end in Durham withrelatives. - Mrs. G. - M.-. Brooke - is -yisiting 4aer aunt, Mrs. Annie Jones, at Virgiliria. Miss Regiria Kimmell, of Richmond, is visiting Mrs. S. K. Phillips, at the manse. Miss Annie Taylor left yesterday for Rutherford, N. J., to visit Mrs. George Hobbs. Misses Net and Jannet Gregory re turned Monday from a visit to New York City. Dr. and Mrs. Dunnott. of Baltimore, are at "Woodlawn Hall" for the hunt ing season. Mr. R. B Longmire and daughter, of Route 6, were among the shoppers in town Monday. Mrs. Webb, of Norfolk, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Steed, on Rectory street. " - . - ' ' The attractive Miss Annie Bryan re turned Monday from a visit to rela tives at Battleboro. Mr. Will Cannady, of New York City, is in Oxford- enjoying his annual bird hunt, and wish him fine luck. Mr. J. M. Peace, of Henderson, spent the week end with his mother, Mrs. E. C. Peace, on Raleigh street. - Mr. W. R. Mangum.the pleasant and painstaking cashier of the Bank of Stem, was on our streets Tuesday. Mr. Fred Bobbitt, of Washington City, visited his aunt, Mrs. J. G. Hunt, on Spring street, Saturday and Sunday and we had the pleasure of a call from our young friend. An Enjoyable Occasion. On Thursday eyening last Miss Mary White delightfully entertained the Baptist Junior Philathea class at her home on College street. Misses Marie Meadows and Ethel Hancock presided at the piano, and Misses Helen Roys ter and Mary Royal Hancock sang in their usual charming style. A dainty contest was enjoyed, Miss Mary Royal Hancock being the successful con testant. This was followed bv delight ful refreshments, served by the hos tess. There were twentv-seven nf the thirty-four members present, and Dr. J. a. Weatherspoon, assisted by Mr. J. M. Fagan, the teacher, helped the girls to enjoy themselves. Mr. Fagan rendered several pieces on his harp, which carried one back to the long ago, and was greatly enjoyed. Dr. Weatherspoon talked most interesting ly, encouraging the girls to keep up the good work which thev had begun. The class greatly appreciated having Dr. Weatherspoon with us and the inspiring message he brought. When iu ociock arrived we thanked our president tor her gracious ho3nitalitv and bid each adieu. Member. LOST. Gold Watch Fob with Eng lish gold coin attached; coin dated lois. with initials J. W. C. on face of com. finder will be liberally reward ed if returned to this office or to J. W. Cannady. x ; i i . i , . I LARGEST CIRCULATION OF AKY NEWSPAPER IN ' THIS SECTION OF STAIL Brummitt, D. G., May 913 VOLUME 26. NO. 2 SPLENDID LOCAL TALENT. Inspiring Melody and Dra matic Scenes Timely Warning. The concert at the Opera House last Friday evening, under the auspices of some of the members of the Presby terian church, composed of local talent, was an event well calculated to inspire the pride and lend prestige to "Little Athens." Every number on the pro gram was rendered in good style. The concert opened with a piano solo by Miss Marie Medford. Miss Elizabeth Hancock sans! "Mammy's Song" and "A Red, Red Rose" with much expres sion." She'has a sweet, mellow voice and received much applause. Miss Ada Daniel in vocal solo, "A Winter Song," was encored. A piano solo by Miss Regina Kimmell, "Valse Chroma tique," was rendered in the best poss ible style. Mrs. Woudall was on the program - for three numbers, dramati cally reciting a scene from "Les Mis erables," etc. This cultured lady is teacher of voice and expression at Ox ford College, and she has frequently appeared in readings before the most cultivated audience of the large cities. It is hardlv fair to claim this lady, of national renown, as local talent, but as she tones the cultured atmosphere the good people of our community are prone to lay claim to her. The mixed quartette, composed of Miss Webb, MissHowell, Rev. S. K. Phillips and Mr. T. C. Howell, "Sweet and Low" was encored The male quartette composed of Messrs. C. 0 Pardo S K.' Phillips, T. C. Howell and G. Howell was greatly appreciated by the audi ence Mr. Pardo was on the program for two solos, was encored each time the audience showing a disposition to hold him. "She Stoops to Conquer " a song by Rev. S. K. Phillips, in which Miss Howell and Mr. Pardo appeared on the stage, in Japanese gowns, was received with applause. A word of warning to an Oxford audience in this connecion is not amiss. While the concert was well under way the fire alarm was sounded and the audience instantly became panic-stricken, leaping over the seats and making for the exit. Mrs. Woodali, who, Occupied the. stage, .had the pres- ence of mind to assure the audience that they were not in danger This had but little weight with the more excitable - element, and they surged forward in great alarm It is a wonder some one was not hurt. This incident should be kept in mind, and remem ber that the only way to avert a ca- . lamity is to leave the building in order ly manner, if they feel they must go. Mr. W. Z. Mitchell Continues to Sell Tobacco. We are glad to say that the dias trous fire that destroyed the Banner Warehouse last Friday will in no wise disturb the Oxford tobacco market. No sooner than -the Banner was re duced to ruins Mr. W. Z Mitchell, the well known and popular proprietor, had made" the necessary arrangements to occupy the Farmers Union Ware house until he can get the Banner restored to its former excellent pro portions. His new place of business, the Farmers Union, has plenty of floor space and light, and any one taking his tobacco there will find the same jovial warehouseman and buyers. Mr.- Mitchell requests us to extend to the firemen and to everyone who assisted at the fire his heartfelt thauks for the earnest and sincere efforts manifested in his behalf. Volume No. 26. The Public Ledger is now in its twenty-sixth year, and there are a score or more who subscribed to the first number printed and have taken the paper ever since, and should a copytaiito reach these life-long friends we are sure to hear from them and urged to make the loss good. The Public Ledger has never made rash promises.but has and will continue to advocate the upbuilding of our entire community, and strive to maintain the confidence and support that is manifested in our large and ever in creasing subscrintion list. If a preference, we would let the price of the paper remain at $1 00, but the increase price of paper and printers' sundries makes it impossible to issue tne paper twice a week at the old rate. Therefore we have been fornnd rn in crease the price of the Public Ledger. ine price on and after December 1st will be $1 50 ner vear. or 75 cents for six months. Those who subscribe or renew before that date will have the benefit of the old rate. Dr. Nick Cannady Promoted. Our young townsman. Dr. N. B. Can nady, who graduated at Jefferson Med ical College, Philadelphia, last spring with high honors, and assigned to a large hospital at Erie, Pa., has received a promotion that speaks for his learn ing and skill. Dr. Nick is now aid to Major F. W. Boush, National Military Home, Dayton, Ohio. MESS. J. R. CLAYTON and W. T. DICKERSON. of the Dickerson . sec tion, were in town Saturday and both of them carried out a fine rubber tire Taylor and Cannady. buggy from Horner Bros. Co.