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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1903-11-22
Buie's Creek, N. c., Nov. 20.
BLESSINGS OF CHURCH AND STATE.

BLESSINGS OF CHURCH AND STATE.
For peace. for plenty in field and fish
cry, for prosperity in manufacture and
merchandise, for progress in arts and
sciences, for advancement in education and
temperance; for the manifold blessings
to church and State and for personal
blessings without number. let us thank
the Giver of every good and perfect gift.
N. H. d. WILSON,
Pastor of the Methodist Church.
Maxton, N c., Nov. 10.
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GODS LOVING CARE.

There are many occasions of Thanks
giving arising with every sun, but the
experiences of gratitude from many hearts
comes but once a year. Every grateful
heart should be thankful that God is a
loving Father, whose tender care is ever
about His children. That Jesus Christ
our savior and deliverer leading us on
nd to victory in every noble struggle.
every heart praise Him.
CHAS. G.. THOMAS,
Pastor Baptist Church.
ton. n. c., Nov. 20.
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THE DEMAND FOR UPRIGHT MEN IN
OFFICE.

1. For temporal blessings. Although we
have not made as large crops as we de-
sired, We have made far more than we
deserved. Prices enable our people to
live and enjoy life.
2. For the great prosperity attending
our schools and colleges.
8. For spiritual blessings. Never before
have our people been so much at pesce
every way, nor witnessed such progress
in all our churches. The great victories
won for temperance bring gratitude. The
demand made everywhere for upright men
in office is cause for gratitude.
At Buie's Creek we enter special cause,
the new academy.
CAMppFTI.
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To the Editor: / shall give thanks
next Thursday for the blessings that have
come to the State on account of an
awakening on temperance and education,
as well as a greater activity in agricul-
ture and manufacturing: because there
is so large measure of civil and re-
lgious liberty, and for the inestimable
blessing that we, as a nation, are at
peace with all the world.
CHARLES FRANCIS MESERVE
President Shaw University
Raleigh, N. c., Nov. 20.
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IN SPITE OF UNEQUAL FEDERAL
LAWS.
Peace and contentment under a benefi-
cent State administration; ceaseless bless
ings from the Giver of all good ensuring
enough to live upon for all dispite I'M
equal Federal laws comforting special ben
efts and imposing unequal burdens.
B. F. LONG.
Superior Court Judge.
Statesville, N. c.. Nov. 10.
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Washington. D. c.. Nov. 20.

THE TRUSTS DO NOT CONTROL THE
PRICE OF COTTON.
We should be thankful for everything
particularly, that the trusts do not CON
troll the price of cotton. that but few II
any agree with Prof. Bassett, and that
the modern speculative craze is not now
prevalent in our good old State.
Very truly,
j. C. BRASWELL.
President Planters Bank.
I,ocE,, N1n,,nf N q Nov 20
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But here in North Carolina. it seems to
me. there are certain special causes for
gratitude. Peace and plenty reign
throughout our State. the farmer is all
smiles, our factory folk are cheerful and
busy, our schools are full to Overlooking.
and last. but not least, the Legislature
does not meet for a full whole year. Then,
too. we have never shown due gratitude
for our North Carolina climate. A New
England friend of mine wrote me thus:
I'VE have had three fine days in Septem-
ber!'' 1 wrote back: eve have had
three-and- thirty!'' Or as a good old
mountaineer puts it: elm such a climate
a man can live nine days in every week."
BENJAMIN SLEDD,
Member Wake Forest Faculty.
Wake Forest. n. c.. Nov. 20.
FOR THE GROWING GOOD IN THE
WORLD AT LARGE.
For the growing good of the world
at large, evinced by the universal cutlery
against local injustice and cruelty.
Not so much for our own national pros
perity and prestige, as for the develop
ment of a national conscience.
For the increasing dominance of the
forces of intelligence and morality in the
public life of our State of North Caro-
lima.
w. L. POTEAT.
Wy
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FOR TENDER MERCIES AND LOVING
KINDNESS.

To the Editor: Thanksgiving Day! Let
It's time-honored observance in all our
broad and beautiful land, be one of praise
to the Lord!
Let the children's burst of gladness
be heard! Let the mothers and fathers.
the weary toilers and heavy laden, the
gay and mirthful, the sad and lonely
all in the high and lowly places of the
nation-sing a TIE Deum to Him whose
tender mercies and loving kindness have
ever been of old!
ALFRED H. MOMENT,
Pastor of Presbyterian Church.
Raleigh, N. c., Nov. 20.
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PROGRESS IN INDUSTRY AND EDU-
CATION.

AS a nation we are at peace with the
world and with bright outlook for con-
tinued prosperity. AS State North Car
DINA should be grateful for the progress
She is making in industrial achievement and
especially for the increased interest of
the masses in educational Improvement
which will eventually heighten morality,
intelligence and productiveness and de-
creases crime.
r. J. TIGHE,
Superintendent Schools.
Asheville, N. c.. Nov. 10.
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HOW MANY HUNTSMEN OR FOOTBALL
PLAYERS GO TO CHURCH.

National holidays are always in danger
of being perverted from the original pur
pose for which they are intended. and so
to great many of the people their real
meaning is lost. The President of our
country. and the Governor of each State
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THE THOUGHTS OF NE
WIDENING.
MEN

"That the thoughts of men are
ing with the circling of the suns
w. T. r. BELL
County Superintendent Schools.
Rutherfordton. N. c.. Nov. Is.
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A GLOWING NOTE OF GRATITUDE
An Enumeration of the Peculiar Blessings for Which
North Carolinians are Thankful in
This Year of Grace.

implore Him to continue to shower His
blessings upon US.
Sincerely,
GEO E. HOOD.
Mayor
Goldsboro, N c., Nov. 20, 1903.
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SHINING FORTH THE GOSPEL OF
CHRIST.


Thankful that as a nation we still have
faith in the power and love of God the
Father; trust for salvation in Jesus Christ
his only begotten Son; recognize the pres
ence and power of the Holy Ghost, and
that it is possible that we may become
to be the brightest of all earths lumina-
ries, shining forth the gospel of Christ.
R. H. WHITAKER.
Raleigh, N. c.. Nov. 20.
THAT THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT
HAS AT LAST RECOGNIZED Sc
CESSION.
Forty years ago, / was convinced that
my sovereign State had the right to de-
termine its political relations with other
States This conviction has never weaken
Continued on Sixth Page.)
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A LESSON FROM CANOVA'S STATUE
IN ST. PETERS.

In st. Peters at Rome is the magnl1-
cent mausoeum of Pope Clement 18th OF
Canova. There is statue on either side,
one representing Justice with hon at
her feet fast asleep. and the other repre-
senting Religion with a lion intently
watching.
Canova, Garibaldi and Victor EN-
manuel in 1870 walked up the sleeping lion,
and gave the watcher an hypnotic, for
which we all should be truly thankful
n. B. HERRING,
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THANKSGIVING PROCLAMATION

The State is at peace. There is abundance
IN the land. The people have been much
blessed. Even those in whose lives have
come disappointment and sorrow can find
cause for thankfulness in the patience which
has been wrought out by suffering. Ac-
acknowledgement of mercies received becomes
Christian people and recognition that
God rules the destinies of States as well as
individuals is always fitting.
/, Charles b. Aycock, Governor OF the
State of North Carolina, therefore, issue this
my proclamation, setting apart Thursday,
November the twenty-siXth as a day of
Thanksgiving and prayer, on which day |
urge all people to meet in their respective
places of worship and thank God for the
manifold mercies which He has shown us
individually, and as people, and to ask
for His protection and guidance in the fu-
ture | earnestly recommend that on this
day all our people shall give as God has
prospered us unto those who are needy, par
X ticularly to the widows and the orphans.
(Seal.)
Done at our city of Raleigh, this the
second day of November, in the year Of our
Lord, one thousand, nine hundred and three,
and in the one hundred and twenty eighth
year of our American Independence.
CHARLES B. AYCOCK.
By the Governor.
p NJ PEARSALL, Private Secretary.
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BY the Governor
p. NJ. PEARSALL, Private Secretary.

Next Thursday, November 26th the peo-
pie of all the States of the union will cele-
brate Thanksgiving Day. The thus set
ting apart special day when men shall
~ecount the mercies of God to them is
" of a Christian nation and
which there "can be found no
thin her borders a man known
township ignorant enough to
the fool in saying: ''There is
of North Carolina have Pc
Thanksgiving this year.
g the many reasons sum-
eaders of this paper, the
sent few days ago to
sentative North Caro-
ing:
: c. Nov To- 1903
av the News and OBJ
thanksgiving Edition
Have To Be Thank
ost valuable feature
AQuesting one hum
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ment to go in that
kindness to let us
nent from you on
yours,
HUS DANIELS.
lie most cheering
iness and faith
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owe of country,
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I am thankful for Judge w. P. Bynum
twenty-five thousand dollar donation to
the State University.
ALEXANDER GRAHAM.
Charlotte, N. c.. Nov. 20.
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Raleigh, N. c.. Nov. 20.
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FOR THE $25, 900 GYMNASIUM AT THE
UNIVERSITY.

Wilson, N. c.. Nov. 20.
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Pastor Central Methodist Church.
Raleigh, n. c.. Nov. 20.
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Waynesville, N. c., Nov 20.
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Wilson. n. c., Nov. 10.
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FOR OUR ODDLY GOVERNOR.

Lexington, N. c., Nov. 20.
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AWAKENING ON TEMPERANCE AND
EDUCATION

Clinton, n. c.. Nov. 10.
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FOR BROADER OPPORTUNITIES.

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Wake Forest, N. c.. Nov 20.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25
Educational Notes.

District boards should now begin to
repair and fix up their schoolhouSes
for next years work. The children
are compelled to live in these houses
the greater part Of each day for six to
nine months in each year and these
buildings should be as attractive and
well kept as their own homes.
There is a great demand this year
for teachers who have had several
years experience and good wages
are being offered. On the other hand
many Of our experienced teachers
have left the profession during the
last year. AS the new law has raised
the minimum age limit there are no
young teachers to take the places Of
those who dropped out consequently
the supply Of teachers this year is
likely to be rather limited.
1t is expected thai new school laws
will be printed and ready for distrl-
button by the middle Of next month.
The normal institute will close
next Saturday. This has been very
successful and profitable session. The
instructors have shown marked abll-
ity in their work. Those who enroll
ed have done good work 10 their
classes and are we'll prepared for ex-
animation day.
Most Of the district clerks are will
ingly complying with the new law re-
quiring the census to be taken, al
though they are obliged to render
this service without pay. 1t is be-
lleyed the next legislature will pass a
law allowing clerks compensation for
this extra work. This should be done.
In the meantime the clerks are asked
In the interest Of education to secure
this information as required,
Hereafter no district can draw state
money that does not hold i've months
term Of school.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25
Sumner Specials.

Earl Dennis rides in a new carriage
New potatoes now grace the bill OF
fare.
Minor Justin was at church the q.
Give and Bina Ford Of Agra have
been visiting at Mr. Garrett'S.
Mr.. Coolers uncle and aunt from
Wisconsin surprised him Saturday.
Mrs. Archibald, Eva Hester and
Jessie Roberts have mumpS.
Fred and Susie Dennis have an ele'
ven pound daughter.
Horses as we'll as people are troubl-
ed with sore mouths.
Mrs. Gould, appointee was elected
and Mr.. Monk reelected as clerks In
districts, 80 and 81.
The families Of Mr.. Griffin and Mr..
Mckenzie tented few days by the RI
yer last week.
Robert Horns recent inspection Of
Dresden and vicinity, was very salts
factory.
The beauties, helpfulueSS and i'm
portance of 1.-The Kings Highway"
were attractively and melodiOusly
portrayed Sunday eve to a large gath
ering. Earnest delivery proved that
the memorized sentiments Of Chris
tian influence, gladness and duty
were not lost even on little hearts.
And the pews of white robed girls and
decOrous boys were an inspiration to
older ones. The presence Of the young
men so near the front was also enjoy
ed. Such occasions are stepping
stones In the pathway to holiness.
Mrs. Monk.
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COUNTY NEWS.
Long Island.

Walter Lamphere is handling a big
four.tined fork for Henry Gillispit
this week. Walter looks quite happy
In the hay field.
Will Cozad'S smiling face was seer
In our midst last Tuesday evening.
Will seems to like to get back to
good town and mingle with good peo-
pie occasionally.
Martin Hansen, Glen Young and
Caller Hiles have gone down near ST.
Joe to work with ChaS. Thomas.
A carload of household goods belong
ing to Mr.. Patrie, the gentlman who
bought the Will Kenyon farm, arriv-
ed last week.
Mr.. johnson, Of Plainville, who has
been helping Mr.. YantiSs in the hay
harvest, will 60 to Oberlin on Monday
to help in the harvest.
Mrs. Funk, of Jennings, is visiting
with friends and relatives here.
Chas. A. Thompson, of Seneca, Wis
CODsin, and Miss Nellie M. Colby, of
this city, were married at the home of
the bride last Thursday. The bride
is one OF our brightest young ladies
and her many friends wish them a
long, prosperous and happy life.
Rumor has it that ChaS. Cave and
Arthur COzad and families will soon
return to the land of SunhOwerS and
floods. There Is no place like Kansas.
Pete Waggoner and wife will start
for their old home in Durham, Mo-,
Thursday, for a short visit with rela-
lives and friends.
Miss Mary Stahl has gone to Norton
where she will spend the summer.
Prof. Harper gave lectures in the
opera house three nights this week.
He intended to exhibit his Stereoptl-
con views here but was disappointed
on account of the train being late.
He will make another date soon.
Miss FlOSsie Carnahan took little
pleasure trip to the Burg last Friday.
She will be gone about week.
Dave Miller has added a new coat
of paint to his house. This is good
thing and other citizens of our town
might improve appearances by doing
likewise.
Geo. Keller and wife of Verdon, Ne
braska, are visiting with Mr.. YantisS,
Aunt Jessie.
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Deer Greek.

Frank Swim arrived from the east
few days ago.
John Grub has been feeling some
what sick lately, but is now consider
ably Better.
Reader Brothers has been having
quite a time haying, but has finally
succeeded in getting through.
We notice some Of our neighbOrS
have been purchasing new machines
and are preparing for harvest.
School meeting was held at the
TruSedae school house on Thursday
last and a seven months term of
school was decided upon being taught
Farmers are all very busy in this
section working their corn.
Johnny Atkinson intends to bind
his grain this year.
An ice cream social will be held at
the Lone Star schoolhouse Saturday
evening. JINGO.
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Dana.

This is fine corn weather.
John Smith Jr., returned home from
lola, Saturday.
Frank LeSher drives a nice new
buggy.
Geo. Boiling Of Phillipsburg, is plas.
terlng NJ. s. Towards house this
week.
Miss Mary Adams was down from
the Burg the first of the week, seeing
about school.
Mrs. Riley left last Friday for a
short visit In eastern Kansas.
NJ. P. BoDebrake is painting Moody
Clark's house.
Eugene Thomas came out from To.
peka last Friday to visit his brother
and help through harvest.
Miss Edna Warner gave party to
her friends last Friday evening.
MIR. Rumjue shipped four cars 81
cattle Monday. He tUJk his son along
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25

"1f man die shall he live again ?"
was asked many centuries ago by Job.
The same question is In the minds OF
the people OF the twentieth century
and has been continually since 1t was
first recorded. There are plenty who
have no doubt OF a future life, but
none know. Not one can answer the
question 1T man die shall he live
again ?"-Oberin Times.
What a cold dreary world this would
be II there were no hope of life after
death! What cherries heart 1t
must be that entertains no belief Of
future existencel Just a few short
turbulent years at best, then death,
oblivion, humiliation! What won
der that within the human breast is
cherished the hope Of Immortality,
the belief In the eternal goodness 7"
II 1t only serves to calm, or comfort
some storm tossed spirit, II is a desir.
able belief. But even II one cannot
answer the question, "If a man die
shall he live again ?" he can at least
place himself upon the safe side by
living life OF usefulness, Of kindness
and benefit TO his fellowman. Then,
"lf q man die" he shall live again II
only In the inmOst receSses Of the
hearts Of those he has befrlended.
Little deeds Of kindness are legacles
to poSterity and form for one a monu.
ment more permanent than marble,
even when the name OF the benefact-
or has been forgotten. Let not such
a comforting blisSful belief be ruth.
lessly cast aside, but live right and all
will be well.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25

Picnic at Matteson'S grove July 4th
Everybody invited.
TENTS Peterson made business trlT
to M. Z. Shows Tuesday.
At the annual school meeting In
district %, P. q. Snow was elected
clerk.
Mrs. Colbert has been through this
section looking for machine and hands
to harvest wheat.
B. f. Heaton and N, Sitter made a
trip to Phillipsburg Friday.
On last Friday the team Of j. L.
Heaton ran away with the weed cut
ter. His little daughter Ellen was
driving them but jumped of and was
not hurt. Very little damage was
done.
Mesdames ]. L., b. f. and n. @.
HeatOn took trip into Walnut, Sat-
urday to visit Silas McKenzie'S Earl
Larkin and II. B. Morgan's. They re.
turned Monday.
Mrs. j. ID. and S. A. Matteson made
a visit with II. G. Halls in Smith
county Saturday.
Richard HallOck is sick with appen-
dicitis. He started for his home in
Red Cloud, Nebr., Saturday.
e. d. Matteson is working for his
brother-ln-law, Earl Larkin
r. Braman went up to PhillipSburg
Saturday for visit with his daughter
Leola, also on business.
] o. Caps went to Philllpsburg
Friday. MUSTANG.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25

The "home paper" never loses In
terest in you. 1t chronicles your sue
ceSSeS and sorrows wherever you may
be. Those who would forget you but
for the home paper, are ever and
anon reminded of your existance by
some item In the village paper where
you spent your boyhood days. Others
may deceive and defraud you, but the
little home paper never forgets. What
do you give the editor In return for
his constancy ?-Columbus Advocate.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25

Is a very enthusiastic worker in the
cause Of education, and presented
some startling figures regarding the
general attempt to secure knowledge.
or the jOS,0ll Kansas youth Of
the school age only 2j0,O30 were In ac-
tual attendance in 1901. and Kansas
holds the best record in this respect.
From this and other figures he con.
cludes that the United States does
not believe In higher education. In
Kansas there are only 1000 true col.
lege students, /, e, students In the Ito.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1903-06-25
During a trial in the district court

During trial In the district court
at Emporia recently the court was
asked to restrain the newspapers from
publishing the proceedings of trial.
The request was not granted. Then
the court was asked to prohibit the
reading of the papers by the jurors.
This request also was refused, and
properly too, for a man who cannot
read an account Of a trial without be-
ing influenced or prejudlced is a poor
character TO pass upon the merits or
justice of a legal proposition.
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DR.. Flsk's Lecture.

Tuesday evening DR.. d. NJ. Fisk
Of Washburn College lectured at the
Baptist church on the subject "Does
Three Story Larnin' Pay ?" The
church was we'll filled. with normal
students and citizens OF the town. DR..
Fisk is quite we'll known here having
visited Phillipsbury twice before. He