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The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Girls Value Purity in Men.

A young man writes to Edward w.
Box, editor Of the Ladies' Home Jour
nal, inquiring why so many girls seem
to prefer the company Of young fellows
of slightly blotted character-men who
have seen the woodland in many cases
marry them, in face of the fact that
their past lives are known to them. In
the January issue of the Ladies' Home
Journal Mr.. Box makes this reply:
''Girls, that is, the right kind Of girls
do not prefer the company of young
men of this sort. Doubtless, you have
come across instances where this rule
has been otherwise; SO have l. But it
is all in the seeming, and not in reality.
Depend upon one thing, girls have as
high an estimate of purity in men as
men have Of purity in women. There
are of course, cases to the contrary, but
these are few. Where girls marry men
who are known to have led what is
called a worldly life it is more gen.
orally due to misunderstanding Of facts
or to ignorance than people imagine.
There is type of girl who finds a
peculiar satisfaction in the conquest OF
a man who has seen the world and
then comes to her as the one woman OF
all her sex who can make him happy.
This sometimes pleases her vanity and
love of conquest, but she is not many
years older before she discovers that
she has satisfied those feelings at a
very high cost. There is another type
of girl who rather fancies a man who is
what is called fast But that sort OF
girl is painfully ignorant Of what is
meant by that word as applied to a
man. If she were not she would be
very apt to change the adjective 10
'ugr.' And as she natures she finds
this out. 1t is only young men of up
right lives who can hope to win the
favor and love Of girls of high motives,
the girls who make the best wives. If,
at times, girls seem to favor young men
of another kind, the glamour is simply
transitory. 1t is rare, very rare, that
girls better instincts do not lead her
to the higher grade ofyoung men. An
upright life never fails of reward, from
the hand of woman"
Received this week, a new stock oil
Zieglers and Bay State Shoes. Best
wearers and most stylish shoes, sold
only by S. WATKINS.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Lean Year,

The following paragraph which is
taken from an exchange will be of in
formation to some of our readers: Why
is it called leap year? 1t is because the
Julian calendar. in which the custom of
adding a day to February every fourth
year was introduced. provided that the
additional day should be inserted not
at the end of the month, but six days
earlier, forming a second sixth day.
Hence arose the word sib eXtile. which
is still retained as the name of the year
in which the additional day is inserted,
though now it is added at the end of
the mouth. The name leap year refers
to the fact that for year after the in
sertion OF the additional day, each date
comes two days later in the week than
it came the previous year, instead Of
on the following day Of the week. as in
ordinary years. The dates may be
said to leap over day, and hence the
name.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Address to Farmers.

Mr.. A. D. McNair, of Evansville. n.
Y, representing the German Kali
Works, New York City, advertised in
this paper addressed a small audience
of farmers at the court house Friday af-
teruaon. His object in this work is to
acluaint the planters Of the South more
fully with the value and Importance oil
fertilizers manufactured by his concern,
notably, potash, kainit, &C., and their
effect upon certain crops and soils.
Mr.. McNair spoke inteliigently on the
subjects discussed and threw out many
valuable hints of helpful nature if
acted upon. He accorded due credit 10
agricultural experiment stations but
said they could not do all for the farm
err, that he had to experiment for HIM
self, that it was only by actual tests of
certain conditions, the application of
certain fertilizers to certain soils aud
their adaptability to certain crops that
the best results could be obtained. This
of course would take time and care but
! it would pay in the end. 1t is to be
regretted that Mr.. McNair did not have
a larger crowd to hear him. The few
that were present are among our mos
intelligent and successful farmers-mer
who are always ready to adopt new ane
improved methods and anxious to bet
ter their condition and success in life
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Married Yesterday.

At the residence of Rev. T. J. Hor-
ner yesterday Mr.. r. G. Bobbitt and
Mrs. l.. G.. Rogers were married. The
ceremony was performed by Rev. NJ.
d. Hix, OF the Methodist Episcopal
church, at few minutes to l O'Clock.
1t was quiet marriage only few per-
sons being present. Mr.. Joe Wester
was best man, there being no other
attendants. Mr.. Bobbitt is a we'll
known and successful tobacco dealer of
Henderson. The bride is a daughter
of Mrs Homer and is an estimable lady
Mr.. and Mrs. Bobbitt left on the North
bound train for Washington, Baltimore
and other points.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
New York Fashion Letter,

The evening and ball gowns OF the sea-
son are most elegant in both the lightest
and darkest tints. The bOdices of these
new gowns have more often the low
square neck so becoming with large puffs
or draped sleeves. Fichus of chiffon
trimmed with lace are also very popular.
Many OF the newest bodices are pointed
below the waist with a round back. The
coat waist is also in vogue for low neck
evening gowns of satin velvet or MORE.
Jacket fronts are added on a full vest of
chiffon. The skirts of these gowns are
usually plain and untrimmed and about
six yards wide at the bottom, with u
train OF three or four inches in the back.
. The new evening ciOaks are very pictur-
esque. One novel feature is II hood of
great size which presents the appear
ance of a cape. White is most popular
for day and evening toilettes. 1t appears
in the collars and vests OF tailor gowns
and every possible application on dinner
and evening ,oilettes. For costumes de-
voted to pr ,ctical uses are the new
handsome d,nble faced cloths in all
fashionable c"!ors. novelty coat is
what is called the British coat. 1t is
usually made of red with the most intri-
cate braidiDg on it. Ribbon trimmings
are very important features OF both
dress and millinery Persian and Pom
padOur ribbons, pale tinted satin ribbons
in all the new colors as well as gOred and
Scotch plaid patterns are seen in every
possible form of decoration. SpangIes
and sequins are a fashionable fancy for
the trimming not only of evening toll
cites hut for every day dress and waists.
Some of the new trimming laces are most
beautiful limitations, particularly the
Venitian point and all the Marie Antoin-
cite styles Much fur is used for evening
and day wear. Even waists. skirts and
sleeves are made entirely offur. There is
| a noticeable return to picturesque and
| antique styles for elegant Winter gowns,
for evening festivities. They are made
| up with Tudor and Stuart colOrs in va
riOus notifications of these old times
| fances. Every novelty in button is EN-
ployed on allparts Of the costume. Large
and small, old fashioned and new, enam-
eled and jeweled, painted and inlaid trim
| the front of the waist. the pocket flaps,
| bodies, sleeves and SO forth The Nc
Dowell Fashion Magazines just received
are full of interest and new ideas for the
Use of lressmakers and families.
In Mode de Paris and Paris Album Of
| Fashions cost 50 80 years subscription
| or 35 cents copy. The French Dress
| maker is $500 per annum or 30 cents II
copy; and Lu Mode 81 80 Il year or 10
cents copy. !fyou are unable to pro-
cure either of these journals from your
newsdealer do not take any substitute
| but apply by mail to Messrs. A. Nc
| Dowell 4 Co., West 14th Street, New
York.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Festival of the HOLIDAYS.

On Tuesday evening next, Jan.
18th, the ladies of the Methodist Epis-
copal church, will give an enter
tainment at Burwell Hall when many
of the different holidays, New Year,
Valentines day, Washington's birthday
Firt of May, Fourth of July, Labeord ay,
Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc., will be
represented by some Of our fairest young
ladies in their quaint costumes. Ex-
amples or illustrations of "Woman's
Rights'' will be feature of the occa-
sion. Good music, both vocal and in
strumental, recitations and readings
by some of the best eloeulionists of the
town. Solos by many of our sweetest
singers. The evening will be pleas
ant one to all. Doors open at 7:3O.
1t will cost you just 25 cts. at the
door and positively nothing more after
getting in. 1t is hoped everybody will
turn out and give the ladies a good
crowd. 1t is for a good cause.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Masonic Officers Elected.

At a called communication of Hen
derson Lodge No. 229, A. F. g. A. NJ.
held on Dec 3lst, 1895, the following
officers, previously elected, were in
stalled by Past Master DR.. W. II.
Cheatham:
Andrew J. Harris, w. NJ; L. D.
stain back, S. W.; L. r. Gooch, J. w.;
John F. Harris, Treasurer; D. w. Har-
dee, Secretary; II. II. Pinkston, Tyler;
j. l.. Curtin, S. D.; Henry Perry, J.
d.; w. E. Moss and r. J. Corbett,
Stewards. Orphan Asylum Commit
tee, Owen Davis, F. r. Harris, II. z.
Strause; Reference Committee. J. r.
Young, J. II. Bridgers, E. A. Powell;
Finance Committee, L. T. Hicks, W.
w. Rowland, J. W. Beck.
Allison & Addison's Special Tobacco
Manure for plant beds. at
J. II. LASSITER & cos.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Our Constituency.

The GOLD LEAF is proud Of its con-
Observation-Disclosures and advertisers
and fully appreciates the patronage
accorded it. During its fourteen years
career the paper has earnestly worked
for the upbuilding Of the town and Sec
ton and for what it conceived TO be for
the best interest of the people. That
it has not labored altogether in vain is
shown by its existence to-day and the
cordial support given it.
AS has often been said a newspaper
Is correct mirror of town, rejecting
its enterprise, progressive spirit, culture
and moral tone. The GOLD LEAF may
not measure fully up to the standard
but 1t comes near enough doing SO to
attract attention abroad and by it the
community is judged, more or less cor
rectly.
These thoughts are suggested by the
following kind and appreciated reference
to the achievements Of the busire.s
men of Hender OF, as shown by the
GOLD LEAF, which we take from the
Peoples Paper, published by Mr.. T.
Il. Walker at Warren Plains:
The achievements of the business
men of Henderson. as shown by the
GOLD LEAF, do credit to the town as
well as the skill Of Mr.. T. r. Manning
as newspaper man. The would-be
business men in some towns are so
stlngy and selfish that they can not en-
courage any enterprise that does not
bring them daily visible one hundred
per cent. heaped up.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
They All Help.

Have you ever seen little boy sail
ing boats Oh a small pond: There is no
wind, the boats are half way over, and
lie there idly. There seems but little
chance that the voyage will be conf
pleted. Here is where the ingenuity
of the boys mind comes in. He throws
a stone into the water near the little
sailor. The stone makes little wave,
the bark rises on the wave and floats
nearer to the shore. Another and an
other stone is thrown. Gradually the
distance between the boat and the bank
lessons, aud finally the boat is ashore.
The boy did not ask which of the stones
he threw Influenced most the progress
of his boat. He knows that all Of them
together accomplished the desired re.
suit. Good ads are the effective mis-
siles that bring the bark of business 10
your shore. Each ad makes little
wave, each wave helps to effect the de
sired result Shoe and Leather Journal
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09

We have received from Messfs. WAN
amaker Il Brown. the great Philadel-
phia clothing merchants. a beautiful
photograph of an oil painting Is by 6
feet, painted expressly for them and
just unveiled for public viw, entitl ed
the First Journey of the Liberty Bell"
Accompanying it is a pamphlet embra-
cling many historical facts, new to the
majority of persons, matters we are
sure will be Of considerable interest to
our readers. The pamphlet will be
mailed to all who apply as above, en-
closing one cent stamp to ply postage.
Those Wishing to rent Queen Anne Cot
taae on thasasse Avenue, Henderson. n.
c., will please apply to W r. HENRY.
We have Il limited quantity of shoes
that will be sold at less than cost
DAVIS 4 ROSE
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09

The Cotton Mill is nearing compile
ton. All of the machinery has been
purchased for its equipment. 1t will
be an .'up-to date mill in every re-
spect. The latest and most improved
appliances will be put in and we predict
that i: will be a grand enterprise for
Henderson aud hope that it will yield
its stockholders good dividends.
Do not fail to attend the entertain
ment to be given at Burwell Hall Tues
day evening by the ladies of the Meth
odist Episcopal church. An interest
ing programme has been arranged and
those who attend may be assured of
being highly entertained. The object
for which they are working is worthy
one and it should be liberaly patron
lied. Admission % cents.
The place to trade to best advan-
tage can always be determined by a
careful inspection Of the advertising
columns Of your local paper. Business
men who have goods for sale are al
ways represented in their local papers.
When you find man pushing his bus
mess you may put him down as the
man it will pay you to trade with
Wilson Adrdnce.
The Leap Year german at Burwell
Hall Thursday evening was success
tul and pleasing affair in every way.
There were number Of young people
from a distance and these with the
bellies and beauX Of the town made up a
a brilliant company. The music was
good and the dancing greatly enjoyed
by those who participated in the pleas
ures OF the evening.
Two more young lives will soon be
united by the silken ties Of matrmony
and two more owing hearts will beat as
one. On Wednesday next Mr.. John
ID. Rose, Of Henderson, will wed Miss
Alice Young, the ceremony to take
place in Washington, ID. c., where the
youEg lady has resided for some time
past. Both are we'll known and very
popular here Miss Young being ma
tive of this town
Read advertisement Of the Standard
Dictionary, published by Funk & Wag-
nails, New York city. This great work
Is unsurpassed, more than 100000
having been expended in its production.
The services of 247 specialists and edi-
tors were engaged i'll its preparation.
The Standard contains 3O1 ,S65 words.
many thousand more than any other
dictionary ever published Sold only
by subscription. Price $500 to $50.
90. according to binding, in one or two
Volumes
The Henderson GOLD LEAF is re-
ceivin" words of conSratulation on its
having entered upon its fifteenth year.
1t is one OF our most valued exchanges;
but really we had no other thought than
that it would enter upon its fifteenth
year. 1t Is remarkable, however, that
its editor, Mr.. Manning, recently won
prize for writing one of the twelve
best advertisements of Printers Ink, a
journal published in New York by
Geo. p. Rowell & Co.-Greensboro
Church Record
Allison L Addlsnn's Special Tobacco
Manure for plant beds, at
j. ii. LASSITER 4 CO.'S.
soc, 75c, $1.OO. A Bigjob in Shoes It
DAVIS 4 ROSES.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Notice of Sale.

~ NDER AND By VIRTUE OF TIL
~ power of sale conferred upon the I'M
dersigned. A. J. Harris. trustee and con-
tanned in a Deed of Trust executed by NJ.
Wilson Hicks. on the 9th day of Septem-
her. 1894, and recorded in Deed of Trust
Book No 10, page 1l9, in the Office Of the
Register Of Deeds of Vance county. for the
purpose Of securing the payment of the in
debtedness therein mentioned, default hav-
ing been made in the payment of the same,
at the request of the holder of the same,
will sell at the court house hoor in Hen
dersOn n. C., at public auction. to the
highest bidder for cash. on the 10TH DAY
OF FEBRUARY. 1896. the property con-
veyed by said Deed of Trust. TO wit: A
lot adjoining the lands of w. IL. Smith.
John Bullock. Breckenridge street and
Others, 1t being the house and lot situate
on the North side Of Breckenridge street.
between the lots OF w. Ii. Smith and John
Bullock, fronting 100 feet on Breckenridge
and running back 200 feet the same being
the land bought by said Hicks of DIR. j. Ii !,
Tucker and wife by deed dated May LIST,
1890. The lot has splendid dwelling
house on it,
Time of sale IL O'Clock NJ.
ANDREW j. HARRIS, Trustee.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
A Poverty Party.

For the evening Of Thursday, Jan.
10th, the ladies of the Literary Club
are arranging charmingly bright and
social affair, to be held at the Library
rooms-music, recitations, "coffee and
repartee.'' All are cordially invited.
Delightful refreshments, consisting of
both salads and sweets, will be given;
and these at least will not be ''poverty
stricken.'' Only ten cents admission.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
1t Will BE Handsome Building,

We have seen the drawings for the
new law office to be erected by Mr.. Il.
Il. Hicks, mentioned in last weeks pa
per 1t will be an ornament to that
part of the town in which it is to be
located Mr. Hicks tells us it will be
ore Of the most conveniently arranged
and best law office buildings in the
State, and such the plans show it to be.
There will be two offices with con-
sultation rooms attached, one fronting
on Main street and the other OH Young
street. Mr.. II. G. Linthicum, the we'll
known architect and builder, drew the
plans and specifications.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Will Be Sorry to Lose Them.

Mr.. W. w. Rowland has returned
from. Sumter, 5. c., where he has
been On prospecting trip. We very
much regret that he has decided to
leave Henderson. He is closing out
his business here and will move to Sum
ter with his family some time in Feb
ruary. Their departure will be a dis
tinct loss to the community. Mr.. Row
land is-one of Henderson's most useful
and honored citizens and his wife is a
lady whose loss to her church and to
social circles will be much deplored.
We are always glad to welcome such
citizens among us but regret when they
leave,
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Wanted.

At once, two young men as statesmen in
a Dry Goods, Fancy Goods and House
Furnishing Goods store, Brunswick, Ga.
Must have several years. experience and
come well recor :nended. Last employ
er's references must accompany app lea
tons for above position. State salary
demanded and direct all communications
to NJ ELkAN,
800 Monk ST., Brunswick, Ga.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09

Cooper's Warehouse Christmas adj
vertlsement in the GOLD LEAF was a
''ten strike and was complimented on
all sides. Cooper's invites doubling
Thomas IF any to comparison of books
and balance sheets to prove or dis
pell their doubts, SO they must "show
up or shut up
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Order of Sales for January.

The following is the order of sales for
January as fixed by the Henderson Tobac-
CO Board of Trade:
Friday lo-Jenkins, Cooper, Harris,
Davis.
Saturday ll-harris, Cooper, jenkins,
Davis.
Monday l3-Cooper. Harris, Davis, Jen-
kins.
| Tuesday 1i-Iiarrs, Davis, Jenkins,
Cooper.
Wednesday 15-Davis, jenkins. Cooper,
! Harris.
Thursday 16-Jenkins, Cooper, Harris,
| Davis.
Friday l7-Cooper. Harris, Davis, Jen-
kins.
Saturday 18-Davis, Jenkins. Cooper.
Harris.
Monday 2o-Harris. Davis, jenkins,
Cooper.
Tuesday 2l-Davis, jenkins. Cooper
| Harris.
"Wednesday 2o-Jenkins, Cooper, Harris,
! Davis.
Thursday 23-Cooper, Harris, Davis,
Friday 24-Harris. Davis, jenkins,
! Cooper.
Saturday 25-Harris. Cooper. jenkins,
Davis.
Monday 27-Davis, jenkins, Cooper
Harris.
Tuesday 2s-JenkinS, Cooper, Harris,
! Davis.
Wednesday 2e-Coopcr, Harris, Davis,
jenkins.
Thursday 3O-liarris. Davis. jenkins.
Cooper
Friday 3l-Davis, jenkins, Cooper, Har.
ris.
Sales begin promptly at $50 A. NJ. W.
F.. Gary, Supervisor of sales.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09

Town of Henderson Warrant 1863,
dated to Nov. 1, 1895, payable to J. T.
Moss, for Twenty dollars for October,
and endorsed in blank by J. T. Moss
The same belongs to me. All persons
are notified not to accept or negotiate
the same. Payment has been stopped.
J. H MAHONE
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Buy Coal Now.

Ihave full supply OF coal on hand,
ready for delivery. All kinds-the best
to be had Cheaper than ever sold be-
fore. Place orders early.
j. S. POYTHRESS.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
THE BEST STATE ALMANAC.

AS State Almanac for correct as
Economical time, for official, historical,
statistical, and agricultural information,
for domestic use in the family, and
record of the most important events
with biographical sketches ofprominent
citizens who have died during the past
year in our State, Turner's North Car
DINA almanac for 1896 has no rival
There is no other Almanac to be CON-
pared to it in its valuable information
Price only 10 cts. For sale at Melville.
Dorsey's drug store, Henderson. n. c.,
or by the publisher, Jas. H. Enniss,
Raleigh, N. c.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Henderson Storage Go.

The Henderson Tobacco Storage
Warehouse Company held their annual
meeting January 9th for the election Of
officers and transaction of other busi-
ness. It was found that the years
work had been very satisfactory and
the directors declared their usual div
idend Of 10 per cent. This is we'll
conducted business and there is no real
son why it should not receive flatter-
ing patronage from our home tobacco
buyers. Store your tobacco here aud
keep your money at home, boys. All
the old officers were reelected for the
ensuing year. They are: J. p. Taylor,
president; rs. II. Lassiter, vice resi-
dent; l. B. Gary, secretary; and treasu-
rer; W. E. Gary inspector; D. Y. Coop
er, Geo. B. Harris, J. B. Owen,
Owen Davis. w. B. Parker, John D.
Cooper. Samuel Watkins, directors.
Brilliant Reception.
MIR. and Mrs. E. A. Strause, Of Bur-
lington, Iowa, who were here on their
bridal trip visiting the mother and
brothers of the groom, as men,
toned last week, left for their home
Saturday. On Friday reception was
rendered them at the residence of Mrs.
H. Strause. The hours for married
people were from to and for the
young folks from 8 to IL. There were
a great many callers and to say that
each and every guest was charmed and
delighted with the entertainment pro-
vided when SO gracious a hostess and
liberal dispenser Of good cheer and DEL
icate refreshments as Mrs. Strause was
the lady ''at home" to her friends,
need not be added.
Mrs. E. A. Strause is a charming
little lady, beautiful in person as she is
lovely in character and attractive in
manner. She made many friends du-
ring her stay in Henderson, whose
only regret that it was so brief. Mr..
Strause formerly lived here and is well
known and quite popular among our
people. He is doing well in his West
ern home.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
Liberal Reward .

\ liberal reward will be paid for the
return of II box containing IL number of
watches, supposed to have been left
about the S. A. l.. depot on Friday, Dec.
9th. Finder will leave same at
GOLD LEAF OFFICE
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1896-01-09
.s>~ON %

For a pain in the chest a piece of flannel
dampened with Chamberlain's Pain Balm
and bound on over the seat of pain, and
another on the back between the shoulders.
will afford prompt relief. This is especially
valuable in cases where the pain is caused
by cold and there is q tendency toward
Pneumonia For sale by NJ. Dorsey, Drug
glst.