Complaint was made before Mayor LATHAM on Wednesday, against “Crazy Mariah,” as a nuisance to the town.  His honor at once ordered her arrest and confinement which was, after some trouble, executed by officer Truett.

The affidavit was issued by Justice Thos. S. ARMISTEAD and signed by Mr. J.W. BRYAN, druggist.

This woman is undoubtedly insane as Dr. W.H. WARD testified after examination and her confinement is a relief to the town.

Justice ARMISTEAD has written to the president of the colored Insane Asylum at Goldsboro to know if there is room for her in that institution.  If a favorable reply is received she will be taken at once to the Asylum where she will be cared for.

This woman’s real name is Mariah ARMISTEAD.  She has, at various times, been subject to spells of insanity for years.  She was taken to the Asylum some time ago, where she only remained a few months, as her mind was restored for the time, she was released and sent home.  This time she should be kept there, for when these spells are on her she is a great trouble to the town.

Source: Roanoke Beacon,  16 August 1889.  Available online at digitalnc.org.