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The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
The "WireS' Got Mixed.

We hear of a good joke on a certain
young lady in town. This particular
lady is given much to the use of the
telephone, and frequent conversations
over the wires has made the habit of
saying "goodbye' when the talk is fin
ished as much a fixture as the conven
tional "hello" at the beginning. Moth
iny amiss in this, but night or two
ago she was saying her prayers as usual
before retiring, and at the close of her
devotion the telephone habit asserted
itself and she ended with "goodbye'
instead of "amen. "-Greenvile Refec-
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
At the Opera House,

Stories that recall the old home
among the hills, the silvery brook, the
slopiny woodland, the wide-s tretching
meadows, the old folks and the farm
hands, will never lose their interest.
Such story is told in the play ''Old
Farmer Hopkins A sweet, clean,
delightful touch of rural life. Abso-
lutely perfect in its scenery and presen-
tation. 1t is sermon, a song, poem
and picture combined, not only Gu
chanting while you listen, but linger-
ing with you as a pleasant memory for
many, many days. Opera House, one
night only. Saturday, Feb. Goth.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Henderson Circulating Library.

Doors open from , to O'Clock every
Wednesday and Saturday afternoon.
LOO will cntitle you to Il membership
ticket for year.
Each member may take out two
books in a week or one book may be
kept out for two weeks if preferred.
This gives persons living in the coun-
try ample opportunity to enjoy the
benefits of the Library. There are now
nearly 400 books, well selected, and 4
or leading periodicals are taken
yearly.
a large patronage is earnestly de-
sired so that more books may be added.
Don't fail to see the lot Of beautiful
goods Just received and very cheap at
II THOMASON'S.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Criminal Court.

There never was any need Of placing
Vance county in the criminal cir
cult. The county has been kept at
heavy and unnecessary cost to her tax
payers. The people Of Vance county
can make no better demand nor can
the present. legislature do any better
work than to see to it that the tax
payers already burdened are relieved Of
their cost.
The Superior Courts are even more
than sufficient TO transact promptly the
business Of our county. There are
three terms oftwo weeks each Of our
Superior Courts. held in February,
May and October of each year.
The Superior Court is now in session
and what do we find for its work?
Criminal docket ii cases, while only
three are to be tried aud they are very
light and trivial.
On the civil docket as published we
find set for trial sixteen cases and Oh
motion docket only eight cases. OF the
sixteen cases set for trial two were
settled before the court met ard the
balance do not involve. as we are re-
liably informed. more than $1,000 or
$500, at issue, and in the opinion of
one, very competent to judge, could be
settled for 800 or $500. On the
summons docket are five cases with
less than $1,000 involved in all. When
il IS remembered that no Superior
Court has been held since October
last are not these simple facts sutfi-
cIent to convince the most sceptical
that Vance is overburdened with
Courts. Let the Criminal Court with
her extra cost ofat least 81 900 90 even
if we must forego the pleasure of having
Judge Walter II. Henry preside here.
Something new and strictly first
class is Armour's laundry soap, at II.
Thomason's. Six large cakes for a
quarter.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

HoSEsT IN MOTIVE.
FEAKLEs- IL E1PRE4sIoH
SOUND IL TRINrIrIE.
| &,wERVING IL LIS ALLEGIANCE 10
RIGHT THKoRIE- ASD
RIGHT PRACTICES.
lHE SIN PUBLi-HL- ALL The News
ALL TIE TINE, but IT doe, not allow It's
columns To be- degraded by unclsan inn
moral OF purely sensational matter.
EditoIially. THK SUS i, the consisteu
and exchanging champion and defender
of popular right, nd Interests against po-
litical machines and m0nopnlie- Of every
character. Independent III all things. ex
treme in none. II !, for go"d laws, good
government and good order.
BY mail Fifty Cents a month. six Dol
lars year
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
BuCklen'S ArniCa SaIve,

The best Saive IN the world tor cuts
Bruises. Sores. Ulcers, Salt Rheum. Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands. Chiblains.
Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles. or no pay required 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or
money refunded. Price 25 cents per box.
For sale by Melville Dorsey. druggist.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Circus for the Orphans.

\ grand circus performance. under
the management of Mr.. W. +. Walle,t-
the great English bounding jockey
rider, viii be given in Messrs. Lough-
lin and Wallets ring barn Thursday
Feb. 18th. Doors open at 80. Per-
formance commences at 8 2. NJ. Ad-
mission. p cents. reserved seats. 80
cents. The programme will embrace
features not generally exhibited in cir
cuses. Now is your chance to help the
orphans. Give them full house
Life often lost from little ills
Which might be saved by little pills
That is to say. if you suffer from bilious
ness constipation. dyspepsia. or torpid
liver use DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
narriage of r1r. Perry and Miss
Stone,


Stone,
Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at the
residence of the brides father. Mr.. Il.
Macon Stone, Mr.. George E. Perry and
Miss MOllie Stone were united in mar
riage. Rev. DR.. J. ID. IIuiham performed
the ceremony that made them happy.
At the conclusion of the ceremony u
reception was held which was Il most en-
joyable affair.
Mr. Perry is popular and prosperous
young business man of Hender son, and
is to be heartily congratulated upon the
selection of his lifes best friend. The
bride. who is well known here, is
young lady of lovable character, pretty
and attractive, and highly esteemed
by many. The GOLD LEAF joins the
friends Of the young couple in extending
congra tulations and wishes for them a
m Doth path all the way.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Davis Warehouse

l. booming right along on high prices
Tor all grades OF tobacco. The hu-tIing
proprietor Owen Davis is n hard worker
Tor his customers and is making th!ng-
lively for the boys. Try him with load
and he will please you with the result
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
For Plant Beds.
High Grade Guano,
Cotton Seed Teal,
Plant Bed Cloth.
PARHAM BROS. co.
Superior Court, Judge TimberIake
Presiding

Presiding.
On Monday this court convened for
the transaction of business. This is
Judge Timberlake's first court in Vance
county and his charge to the Grand
Jury we'll covers the criminal law. Mr..
Bernard, the Solicitor, is present
There is but little business to be trans
acted. There are only fifteen cases to
be tried, none of them Of any impor-
lance. and but small amounts involved.
The attendance is small and No visiting
attorneys present.
Why suffer with Coughs, Colds and La
Grippe when Laxative BrOmO Quinine
will cure you in one day? Does not produce
the ringing in the head like Sulphate of
Quinine. Put up in tablets convenient for
taking. Guaranteed to cure or money re-
funded. Price, % cents and guaranteed
by all druggists. Oct Is. 1c
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Wanted.

Old gold and silver wanted. We will
take old gold and silver for any goods or
repairs i'll our line and allow the market
prlc". HlNt l X ",
jewelers. and Opticians.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
MANY Words Will Not Fill A BuShSl.

The latsst improved Buckeye Wood
Pump is the cheapest and best on the
market. They speak for themselves. Ask
II. Thomson at Henderson for prices
or write to >. y. FLEMING,
N;l,1I.h,r,r
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Death of Mr.. Frank H. Gheatham.

Mr.. Frank II. Cheatham, of Ridge
way, died at lis home in that place
last Friday morning the 10Th inst,
after a brief illness. He was taken
with the grip which developed into
pneumonia. Mr.. Cheatham, who was
a nephew Of DR.. W. I. Cheatham, Of
Henderson, was we'll known through
out the community and has a very
large circle of friends who will deeply
regret his death.
He was depot agent of the Seaboard
Air Line at Ridgeway for number of
years aud was greatly esteemed as an
excellent and valuable citizen. About
eight years ago he was married to Miss
Cornelia Aston, OF Warren county.
He leaves a wife and two children.
Bay State and Ziegler Shoes-beautfu
COLL
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Delightfully."- Entertained.

Of the many social events held in
Henderson by those who delight in
contributing TO the pleasure Of the
young people, none perhaps were more
highly enjoyed than the charming Val
entlne party given by Mr.. and Mrs. J.
+. McCraw, at their home on last
Monday evening.
a very interesting, unique and va
rled program of entertainment had been
arranged for the occasion. one of the
most pleasing features Of which was
the Fishing for Valentines Then the
'expressman" arrived presenting the
guests with hansome little souvenier.
In competing for the prizes they were
requested TO write an original verse Of
poetry. The first prize, beautiful
stamp plate, was awarded Miss Itch
ford, and Mr.. Maurice O'Neil was
honored with the "booby."
When the hour for supper had ar
rived each gentleman was given the
end Of cord which was strung over
chandeliers, around picture frames,
running along the walls aud through
the doors, which he had to wind and
follow to the end before he could know
the fair one he was to escort to the
supper table. On the other end of this
twenty yards of string was tied card
reading. If you'll be my 'pard' for
supper I'll be your Nalentine.'' The
supper consisted of beautiful and
tempting spread and delcacies, dainty
and delicious were gracefully served.
Those present included:
Mr.. James Young and Miss Litchford
Mr.. Phil Thomas and Miss Macon
Mr.: Clarence Wyche and Miss Carrie
Lands.
Mr.. Henry Macy and Miss Lemme
Mr.. Maurice O'Neil and Miss Mamie
| Lands.
Mr.. Isaac Young and Miss Edna O'Neil.
Mr.. Henry Buchan and Miss May Bu-
Mr.. William Blackley and Miss Mary
| DAVIS.
Mr.. George Manning and Miss Cornelia
| CuIrn.
Miss Stella White
| Messrs. Ed. Stephens, John Garden,
Tom Watkins, William Wood and Tom
| Homer.
The Misses Freedom entertained in
their charming and happy style. All
| the young ladies were sweetly attired
and looked lovely of course. So pleas
antly was the evening passed that the
hour was quite late before the company
departed for their homes. But they
went with pleasant memories of the
| enjoyable time afforded and wishing
for many returns Of the "Valentine
season.
Reduction i'm Clothing.
Every suit marked down--Some at
half pricp Mt WATKINS
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Pigs for Sale.

The editor has a lot Of very fine
young pigs for sale. Cross between
Poland China and Berkshire Apply
early.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

Dead men are soon forgotten SO
are dead advertisements. The bust
ness man who advertises one month
in the year cannot reasonably expect
to be long remembered by the purchas-
ing public. Pres and Printer.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Special Tobacco Manure
For Plant Beds. at
J. II. LASSITER Il cos.

"Papa,' inquired the editors boy
"what do you call your Officer"
"Well," was the reply, "the world
calls an editorial Office the sanc,um
sanctorum."
"Then | suppose that mammals
Office is spankum spankorum, isn't
it?'
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Plant Bed Cloth. all prices-at
J. II. LASSITER Il cos.

The time for gardening is near at
hand and our druggists are prep AIRED to
furnish YOU with new and reiab BILE Sc eds
of all kinds.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

Starke's Dixie Plows, Castings, Back
Bands, Collars, Hames, Harness of all
kinds, Cheap at WATKINS.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
THE APOSTLES

Aaron and St Paul, used goose gressc
in their practice for all ache, and pains.
1t cured then and i: will cure now. Fox
rheumatism, Neuralgia, Headache, Tooth
ache and all aches and pains there is moth
ing that equals RIces Goose Grease
Liniment 1t cures Group aud Colds at
once. Try it. Sold and guaranteed by
w. w. Il ISk EI1.
Wholesale and Retail Druggist
Htnd-r>on.N e
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

1t is the same old story and yet con-
stantly recurring that Simmons Liver
Regulator is the best family medicine.
I'VE have used it in our family for eight
years and find it the best medicine We ever
used. We think there is no such medicine
as Simmon Liver Regulator. Mrs. NJ.
t. 5. Abingdon. Franklin. y. Z. Each
requires w. B. Smith, Mt Vernon, XIV
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Among the Sick.

Miss Lottie Young, is sick with the
grip.
Mrs. G. McNair is quite feeble hay
inc been confined to her room several
days threatened with the grip.
We are glad to hear that Mrs. II. G..
Whtmore. who has been i'll SO long, is
thought to be improving.
Mr.. AL Cook who has been sick
with the grip for some time was able to
be up again Monday and has resumed
his duties at Cooper's warehouse, we
are glad to say.
The condition of Mr.. VIII Judd, who
has been seriously sick with typhoid
fever the past six weeks, we are q lad
to note is considered more tayOrable.
DR.. w. J. Judd has been confined to
his room about ten days. The Doctor
was taken with a hemorrha@e but is
slowly improving.
Mr.. Rufus Starkc is recovering from
a severe attack of the grip.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
- $ON 60
Reduction i'm Clothing.

Every suit marked down--Some at
half price, at WATKINS.
Hardee will treat you kindly, and his
chase, thereby saving money for the fam
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Mangled by the Cars.

Joe Switzerland, an aged colored
man. was struck by the engine Of the
Durham and Northern train near Las
siter's store about | o'clock Monday
and sustained injuries from which he
died that night at IL O'Clock. Both
the Seaboard and the Durham trains
were coming in about the same time
and the old man who was walking
down the track of the former got out Of
the way Of the approaching train but
only to meet horrible death by the
other which he had not seen. Appar-
emily confused by the noise it was I'M
possible for him to see aud realize the
danger. The engineer saw the man,
blew the whistle and applied brakes
but could not possibly avoid the I'M
fortunate accident.
"Incls joe was one Of the old
time negroes, honest and upright IN
character, was well liked and highly
spoken of by all who knew him, and
his death under the sad circumstances
is very much regretted.
Armour's laundry soaps pronounced
one third cheaper in lasting qualities
and effective service than any other
soap. Six three-quarter pound cakes
for % cents; at II. Thomason's S, Try it.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
1897. THE SUN. 1897.
BALTIMORE, MD.

The PAPER or IHE PEOPLE.
For THE PEOPLE AND WITH THE PEOPLE.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

Bay State and Ziegler Shoes-beautifl
lne-gOOd shoes that will wear we'll and
hold shane. at WATKINS.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
Rev. 6. n. Payne, ID ID.


During the past week the people Of
Henderson have enjoyed rich treat
III the services conducted in the Pres
byterlan church by this distinguished
divine. Seldom has it been our pleas
ure to listen to better preaching. The
sermons have been clear, logical,
pointed and practical, and full of ten
der feeling and spiritual power.
DR.. Payne Is pastor of the Presby-
terrain church at Washington, y. c.,
where he has charge of a large and
fiourlshing church, and is greatly be-
loved by his people as we'll as a great
favorIte III the community. DR.. Payne
was an old soldier in the late war and
practlced as physician for while;
but feeling that he was called to preach
the Gospel gave up his chosen profess
sion aud entered upon the work of the
ministry. He is a brother Of the la
meuted DR.. PAYNE who was killed a
few years ago at Lexington and an
uncle of Dr. II. l.. Payne the disting-
ulshed physician now of Norfolk, Va.
DR.. Payne is not only to be admired
in the pulpit but socially and around
the tireside is one Of the most loyable
Of men. His visit here not only gave
great pleasure to many Of our people
but we believe has been productive Of
much good. Come again Doctor. \ on
shall always have a warm aud hearty
welcome here in Henderson.
.-~e~-.
We can supply ali wants OF man-or
woman, the little folks incluGed-in up
tO-date merchandise at genuine dollar
saving prices.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
FOUR POINTS: By ITurng Your Property in this Company

|. You get good protection any other company
You with cent. added
which has reduced the to policy holders in 1895
and 90 20 per
;. You liability to assessment.
4. You keep your money at home.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

Something new and strictly first.
class is Armour's laundry soap, at II.
Thomason's. Six large cakes for a
quarter.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

One fine Organ, good as new, Original
cost Sl25.no, can be bought ior 5000.
Apply ut this office.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

We can supply all wants OF man-oi
woman, the little folks incluCed-in up
tO-date merchandise at genuine dollar
saving prices.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

THE FOLLOWING DISPOSITION Is MADE OF
THE YEARS PROFITS:
Carried to GuarantOr's sur
plus 10 per cent. of pre-
MUM receipts, 81 49, %
Carried to reinsurance reserve, 1.2G2 2G
AppOrtiOned to policy holders
2Oper cent. OF ami prem'S,
G2A per cent of ) year prem'-, 394 o.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18
A Good Story-
Loses Interest in the Repeating

But not 50 in this instan e. We wish tn
repeat that We are prepared 10 do all work
in orr line Such *
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1897-02-18

Total, S23.97S.25 1875. -
SUMMARY or ASSETS TO PoTIcy IoIDEHs
Individual bonds of % Guar
antors (whose aggregate
credit is over Sc 900 900, 100000.
Guarantors' surplus, 1927 II
Amount set aside rs Reinsur-
apce Reserv" II ,iU1 -
Amount set aside for nratur-
90 Dividends to Policy
holders, 1922 70
Total Assets to Policy hold
ers, 1923, 1862 II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-03-03
Opening and Closing of the Mails.

Opening and Closing of the Mails.
Northern mails close at 7 30 and IL 45 g.
u. and ] 15 2 go 6 80 and 80 p. NJ
)pen at 90 a. m., 12 90 NJ. and 90 p. m
Southern mails via Charlottesville close
a. : 90 and 10 90 a. H. and 2 10 and
S 80 p. m. Open at 5 90 a. N. and 3 OO
p. m.
Southern mails, via Richmond, close at
10 40 a. m. and 13 and S 80 p. m.
Manassas Division mails close at so a. m.
aud 3 40 p. m. Open at l p. m.
Alexandria and Round Hill mails close al
8 40 q. m. and 90 p. m. Open at 8 90 a. m
aud 3 80 p. IN.
Chesapeake and Ohio mails close at 2 15
q. IN. and 8 80 p. m. Open at 8 90 a. m. and
40 p. m.
Washington mails close at 7 30 and II 45
:, m, and 10, 2 so, so and 8 30 p. m.
Open at 8 90 a. M, IL 20 IN. and 8 90 and
80 p. m.
Office Hours-Open al 8 90 a. IN. Close at
s 0Op.
Sunday Hours Open at 900 a. m. Close
at 8 80 a. M.
Carriers Standardization made on
inside routes-6 80 and 10 90 q. m. and
3 % and 5 30 p. m. Full route-6 30 a. m
and 30 p. IN. Sunday collection 90 p.,
N. Carriers window o. en- Sunday 8 90 8. m.
and close 8 30 o. M.
Deliveries made 8 90 a. m, II 90 H., and
) 90 p. III.
All mail should be in office ten minutes
before hour indicated for closing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-03-03
ALEXANDRIA.

Recent events in Alexandria, such as
raids on policy dealers and other vio-
Iators Of law, have been noised abroad
Ia sensational way that has created q
very erroneous impression. 1t is stated
that letters have been received from
persons contemplating removal to that
ci,y asking the meaning of all this, and
expressing fear that the moral atmos-
phere OF Alexandria was too unwhole
some for the proper bringing up of
children The Post is glad TO be able to
give the most positive assurance that
Alexandrla, instead of being an excep-
tonalIy wicked place, is just the re-
verse. In morality, intelligence, refine
N ent and all other essentials of de.
srable place of residence, Alexandria
compares we'll with any other city.
rnese raids on evil doers are just what
happens occasionally in all cities.
Because Alexandria was an old town
/ century before some of the great cities
of the United States were born, and be-
cause the foreign commerce that once
VI lOnuCQ utl W uoi NSS 10 OuU O u duitiOuf
the uninformed are apt 10 conclude that
She is IN decadent state. Nothing
could be farther from the truth. Her
business men are as enterprising and
progressive as those of any city on the
continent. They have readily adapted
themselves to the new conditions, and
hey are determined that the future OF
their city shall not discredit its his
torlc past. There are superb facilities
for various lines of manufactures in
their city, and there is always cordial
welcome for any reputable man or fam
ly desiring to take up residence there
Alexandria has great past 1t bore
prominent part in colonial events long
before the revolutionary era, and it's
sons were with their neighbor of Mount
Vernon from the beginning to the end
of the struggle for independence. In
ur great domestic war, the men Of
Alexandria were excelled by none in
me sacrifices they made for the cause
which they believed to be right. But
uaither man nor town can live on
The past, although both may find there
in an inspiration 10 good works. The
people OF Alexandria set their faces to-
ward the future when the war ended,
.nd, while duly mindful of the past, are
working with intelligence, enterpr Sc
aud well grounded confidence to build
up their beautiful city and its delight
ful environment.-Wa Washington Post.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-03-03

McUure's Magazine for March has
been received from its publishers in
New York. Its contents are: Mark
Twain, Telegraphing Without Wires,
The Adventures Of a French Prisoner
IA England, Appearances, Grants Quiet
Years at Northern Posts, Daniel Vierge,
Captains Courageous, The Lady in the
Box, A Night with Stanton in the War
Office, What will Time Give? Huerfano
Bill, The Laureate of the Larger Egg
land, William Mckinley, Nancy ALI
son Mckinley, A Note on Skipper Ire
son, An Unpublished Portrait of Frank
lin and Life on Greenland Whaler.