James DILLON, of Tyrrell county, mysteriously disappeared in Alligator River some six months ago, and the body of a drowned man was found in Alligator River some three weeks ago and identified as that of Dillon.  He made his appearance in Tyrrell county last week, and took his acquaintances by surprise — E. City Economist.

Source: Roanoke Beacon, 30 May 1890, pg 3. Available online at digitalnc.org.