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W. L. TWITTY.
RELIGIOUS AND MORAL.
The three leading denominations are Methodist, twen- ty-two churches with a membership of some 1400, Presby- terians with three churches and a membership of 189, Bap tist about twenty-five churches with a membership of some 3,500; also one Episcopal church in Rutherfordton, mem- bership small.
Most of these churches are in a very healthy, prosperous condition, and are developing very satisfactorily, being per- haps not less than one hundred per cent. in advance of where they were thirty years ago. In the two towns in the County, Rutherfordton and Forest City, a large majority of the citizens are members of some one of the above named denominations. In neither of these towns can any spiritu- ous or malt liquors be sold legally, both having prohibitory laws. Most of the churches in the County have neat and comfortable houses of worship. At Rutherfordton the Methodist, Presbyterians and Baptist have built new houses within the last few years, all of which are neatly finished
Rutherford County.
and furnished. At Forest City, a neat little town, six miles East of Rutherfordton, both the Baptist and Methodist are arrangeing to build new houses.
The morals of the County will compare favorably with those of any County in the State, there being as little drunk- ness and as few dens of vice as are to be found in any County.
The denominations in the County are as free from all contentions and strife as they are anywhere, each one recog- nizing the right of others to choose for themselves, and worship God according to their understanding of Ilis word. In Rutherfordton, and so far as is known all over the county, there exists among the various pastors the most fraternal feelings and good will.
Taken altogether, while the religious and moral status is not all that could be desired, yet it will compare favorably with that in any county in the State, and is encourging and hopeful.
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REAL ESTATE AGENCY,
C. B. JUSTICE, Rutherfordton, N. C.
100,000 Acres of Mountain Lands in Cleveland. Rutherford,
McDowell, Polk and Henderson counties, N. C., will be put on the market soon in tracts, at prices and on terms to accom- modate settlers.
These Lands are adapted to the growth of corn, wheat, oats, to- bacco, rye, grasses and all kinds of fruits.
Owing to building of the Western North Carolina Railroad, the Spartanburg and Asheville Railroad, the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad and the Carolina Central Railroad, this is distined, at no distant day, to be one of the most desirable sections of North Carolina.
Also two Gold Mines with some 1100 acres of land attached, and some 900 acres of farming lands in Union County, N. C.
VALUABLE LANDS FOR SALE!
Situate in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
Will be sold in quantities to suit purchasers; in lots of from one to one thousand acres.
First Class River and Creek Bottom Lands with good and valua- ble Water Power. Also many desirable Building Lots in and around Rutherford- ton, N. C. Apply to
R. W. LOGAN, AGT., Rutherfordton, N. C.
A VALUABLE TRACT OF LAND FOR SALE !
Lying three miles North-west of Rutherfordton, containing one hundred and seventy acres, with good Dwelling House, Kitchen, out houses, good Barn and Stables. About one-half of tract in culti- vation. For terms, &c., apply to
JNO. H. WOOD, Rutherfordton, N. C.
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Advertisements.
THE RUTHERFORD BANNER,
PUBLISHED AT
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.,
Every Thursday.
-
HOME PRINT-$1.00 PER YEAR.
THE BANNNR is about to enter upon its third year under the present man- agement, with brighter prospects and an increasing subscription list.
Asan advertising medium the BANNER offers first-class facilities.
WM. C. IVY, Editor and Proprietor.
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J. C. COWAN,
MERCHANTS
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C. Sells all kinds of Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Boots Shoes and Notions. Call and see me.
James A. Miller.
MANUFACTURER AND DEALER IN
BOOTS AND SHOES
Wholesale and Retail.
Custom work done in the best style. All work warranted.
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
George L. Bartlett,
-DEALER IN-
GROCERIES, HARDWARE -AND ---
STAPLE DRY GOODS. Rutherfordton, N. C.
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Advertisements.
GUTHRIE HOUSE,
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
Beautiful Location. Pure Air, Pure Water. Climate especially equable.
The Proprietor claims to keep THE BEST HOTEL and to set THE BEST TABLE of any Inland Hotel in Western North Carolina.
First-class Livery and Barber Shop Attached !
NOTE WHAT IS SAID OF IT.
The Guthrie House is one of the pleasantest places I have stopped at in Western North Carolina. R. LEE LONGSTREET, U. S. Geologlieal Surveyor.
I pronounce the Guthrie House one of the best Hotels in N. (. The genial and elever proprietor is ever ready to attend to the wants of his guests, and anything is done for their comfort.
W. M. LYSLE.
The best and most home-like Hotel in any small town in the South. The cooking is equal to that of the largest and finest hotels. G. A. FRICK,
B. C. Wood, Esq., of Baltimore, who was with us a month says : "It is the most pleasant and delightful place I find in Western North Carolina. The Hotel cannot be surpassed and the town and sur- rounding country is beautiful with the people, by means of their intel- ligence and culture add a charm that can not be excelled in any village North or South."
I have never received better attention at any village hotel in North Carolina than at the Cuthrie House. With neat beds, good meals, and the manner in which they are served. I am sure no one could wish for a better place of abode while visiting this section. W. H. FALIAFAND, Baltimore.
If Mr. Guthrie has proved himself a genial and attentive host so has Mrs. Guthrie proved herself a kind and admirable hostess. To- gether they have converted a Hotel into a Home which travelers un- usually appreciate.
A. J. GALAGHER, New Brunswick, Canada.
"The Guthrie" is a "Bang up, Good House," well furnished and well kept. The table is excellent and the practical attention paid the guests a noticable and agreeable feature. For quiet. home com- fort, it is unsurpassed. JNO. F. JONES,
Chief Engineer M. & S. C. Co.
To the Traveling Public :
It gives me pleasure to state unhesitatingly that the Guthrie House is one of the best in North Carolina, and heartily recommend it to all who want a pleasant sojourn in that section. Respectfully, S. C. HOMESLEY. -
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NEW BOARDING HOUSE,
Transient and private Board- ers Accommodated. Mrs. S. E. RUCKER, Rutherfordton, N. C.
Residence Opposite Presbyterian Church.
James K. Simpson,
-DEALER IN- -
GENERAL MERCHANDISE.
Buys and sells all kinds of Country Produce.
TRY RUTHERFORD COUNTY SYRUP
Equal to any goods made. Send for prices and samples.
READY-MADE CLOTHING-Largest Stock West of Charlotte.
Agent for Domestie Sewing Machines and Clark's Spool Thread.
1) You can find anything you want at Prices Second to None. a RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
D. W. HYDER, BUTCHER
Rutherfordton, N. C.
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Advertisements.
T. D. WOOD,
JEWELER AND WATCHMAKER.
Repairing Done on Short Notice.
Always to be found at his place of business. "Honest Work and Fair Dealing."
Office on East Side of Main Street, Rutherfordton, N. C.
W. L. LYNCH,
DENTIST,
Rutherfordton, N. C.
Is prepared to perform all kinds of Dental Operations. Have procured modern conveniences to facilitate GOOD WORK. Teeth extracted without pain by the use of Nitrous Oxide. Special atten- tion given to the insertion of Artificial Teeth.
L. P. ERWIN,
REAL ESTATE AGENT,
Rutherfordton, N. C.
Land Bought, Sold and Exchanged. Titles Examined.
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DRS. J. W. HARRIS & SON,
PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS.
Obsteterics A Specialty. Office Main St., Rutherfordton, N. C.
Drs. J. W. Harris
& Son
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
DRUGS AND CHEMICALS,
STANDARD PATENT MEDICINES.
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Dye-Stuffs,
HAIR AND TOOTH BRUSHES,
TOILET ARTICLES, PERFUMERY, SOAPS,
Shoulder Braces, Trusses, Sponges, AND ALL VARIETIES OF DRUGGISTS' SUNDRIES. - CIGARS. -
Physicians Prescriptions carefully compounded, and orders answered with care and dispatch.
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Advertisements.
CARPENTER & WALLACE
Offers ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTEEN ACRES of Good Farm- ing Lands, two miles from the Court House and one and one-half miles from the C. C. & C. R. R. Depot. Can be bought for
$750.00.
For further particulars, address
K. J. CARPENTER, or A. D. K. WALLACE, Rutherfordton, N. C.
FRANK REYNOLDS, AGENT,
RUTHERFORD CO., N. C.
Twelve Miles West of Rutherfordton.
-DEALER IN-
GENERAL MERCHANDISE,
AND-
PROPRIETOR OF THE AYR TANNERY.
Highest Cash Price for Hides.
BURNETT HOTEL,
Rutherfordton, N. C.
C. BURNETT, PROPRIETOR.
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John F. Arrowood,
LIVERY, FEED AND SALE STABLE
(In Connection with the Guthrie House.)
Good Teams and Vehicles always on hand. Safe, po- lite and attentive drivers. Patronage of the traveling pub- lic solicted. Terms reasonable. Call and see me.
CARRIAGE, BUGGY
-- AND ----
WAGON MANUFACTORY.
J. F. Arrowood,
Church Street, Rutherfordton, N. C.
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Constantly on hand or made to order a full supply of Carriages, Buggies of approved Patterns and First-class Ma- terial, AT LOW PRICES. My work is warranted and has given general satisfaction wherever used. None but the best mechanics are employed and the lumber used is from our own native forests, and it is given up to be the best in the world.
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Advertisements.
W.J. HARDIN,
MERCHANT,
Rutherfordton, N. C. -DEALER IN-
Dry Goods, Groceries, Notions, Hardware
-AND ALL-
ARTICLES OF GENERAL MERCHANDISE. Sells Cheap-Short profits and quick Sales.
Keeps a Large Assortment Always on Hand.
EXCHANGES FOR COUNTRY PRODUCE.
Polite and attentive clerks whose pleasure it is to wait on customers.
AGENT FOR COATS' SPOOL COTTON, which he will sell as cheap as can be bought in the United States .- Sells at Retail, Sells by the Package, Sells at Wholesale.
Country Merchants will save money by buying from him.
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Advertisements.
Oliver Hicks, M. D.
GIVES STRICT ATTENTION to the practice of his profession.
Special attention given to operation in Surgery and Diseases peculiar to females.
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
MATT McBRAYER,
ATTORNEY AT LAW
And Real Estate Agent. FOREST CITY,
Rutherford County, N. C.
M. H.JUSTICE,
ATTORNEY AT LAW.
Practices in all the Courts in Western North Carolina, and in the Supreme Court of the State. Land titles exam- ined and abstracts of titles furnished.
Agent for purchase and sale of Real Estate, and espe- cially Building Lots in Rutherfordton.
Office in Court House, Rutherfordton, N. C.
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Advertisements.
RUTHERFORDTON ACADEMY,
A TECHNOLOGICAL SCHOOL, R. J. BALFOUR, PRINCIPAL MUSIC AND ART
The education of pupils in this institution is complete and practical. Address for further particulars R. J. BALFOUR, PRINCIPAL. Rutherfordton, N. C.
J. A. FORNEY,
Attorney and Counsellor at Law, RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
Practices in the Superior Courts of Rutherford and ad- joining counties. In the Federal Courts at Charlotte and Asheville, and in the Supreme Court of the State. Address LOCK BOX 3.
L. F. CHURCHILL,
ATTORNEY AT LAW,
U. S. Commissioner AND-
REAL ESTATE AGENT.
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
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Advertisements.
Dr. J. M. CRATON,
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
DEALER IN
Pure Drugs and Medicines, Oils, Varnishes, Window Glass, Putty, Pure Kerosene, Writing Paper, Pens Ink, Candies, Candles and Fancy Artieles, all of which will be sold at the
Lowest Cash Prices !
Having resumed the practice of medicine offers his services to his friends and the public. Diseases of women and children a specialty. Office in Drug Store at the Mitch- ell old stand.
A. L. GRAYSON, NO.DEALER IN-
Books, Stationery, &c., &c., including Bibles, Testa- ments, School Books, Etc., Etc. Orders by mail and special orders have prompt attention.
At Postoffice, Rutherfordton, N. C.
T. B. JUSTICE,
ATTORNEY AT LAW
And Real Estate Agent.
Practices in Rutherford and adjoining counties, in the United States and the Supreme Court of the State.
Negotiations for the purchase or sale of Real Estate.
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
Advertisements.
40 JAMES M. TOMS,
-DEALER.IN
GROCERIES AND CONFECTIONERIES.
Next Door to Post Office.
RUTHERFORDTON, N. C.
Carpenter & Toms, - -DEALERS IN-
DRY GOODS, NOTIONS,
READYMADE CLOTHING,
MILINERY
GOODS
Hats, Shoes and Boots, Groceries and Hardware, To- bacco, Cigars and Fine Candies. Tanners and Manufactur- ers of Saddles Harness and Bridles.
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