School's Out for Summer, 1935

From the Southport State Port Pilot, April 24, 1935

Shallotte School Commencement

The commence program for the Shalotte High School has been announced by Principal Reginald Turner.

On Thursday night, May 2, the annual recitation and declamation contests will be held in the school auditorium under the direction of Miss Elizabeth Taylor and John Garrett.

On Sunday morning, May 5, at 11 o’clock the commencement sermon will be delivered by the Rev. LeRoy Harris of Fayetteville.

On Monday night, May 6, the senior day class exercises will be presented under the direction of Mrs. Ruth Warren.

The final feature of the commencement program will be the graduation exercises on Tuesday night, May 7. There will e a musical program by the high school glee club under the direction of Mrs. Ruth Warren and Miss Katie White. The Hamilton Mintz Memorial cup will be awarded to the most distinguished senior and the diplomas will be awarded members of the graduating class. There will be no principal speak for the occasion, according to Mr. Turner, but there will e several short talks.

Summer Vacation Began End of April in 1917

“Highland School Ends Fine Year,” From the Hickory Daily Record, April 27, 1917. The length of the school year in North Carolina depended on the amount of money the local district want to spend, or had to spend. There were no state regulations on the number of days.

The entertainment given by the Highland graded school on Thursday night was most enjoyable and reflected great credit upon Professor Carter and his assistants. There were songs, drills and recitals, and each gave evidence of the most careful training.

The final closing exercises were held Friday morning and consisted in an address by Dr. Murphy and exercises by the children. Rev. W.R. Bradshaw, being present, was called upon and made some very appropriate remarks. The recantation by little Miss Bowman was especially fine and well rendered. The son by the boys, “Your Country Needs You,” was well rendered and very patriotic and appropriate at this time.

The Record is told that this was Highland’s best school. Mr. J.W. Mouser, a veteran in the school work, is now an active member of the school board and was present at all the exercises to lend his aid and moral support. Highland is proud of their school.

Local and Personal News from Hickory, N.C., April 25, 1917

From the Hickory Daily Record, April 25, 1917

Local and Personal

The local recruiting office has not been having much action this week, but it passed 18 loyals on to training camps last week.

Rev. S.B. Stroup and Mr. M.H. Yount, directors of the Thompson orphanage, attended a meeting of the board in Charlotte Tuesday. They motored through the country.

Mr. W.S. Pollard brought the first strawberries of the season to the local market today. He had barely a pint, but they were fine, juicy berries. In a few weeks the market will afford plenty of Catawba berries, which, by the way are the finest in the world.

Alvin Miller, who sold what he called a “julep” at Lookout, was convicted in county court at Newton Tuesday and fined $100. He appealed and his bond was placed at $500. According to the evidence, what he was dispensing was at least as strong as wine.

Miss Louise Jones entertained the Farce Club yesterday afternoon. Miss Margaret Taylor won the prixe for making the highest score. Tea and sandwiches were served after the game. Those playing were Misses Virginia Sellers, Catherine Staples, Mary Allen, Margaret Taylor, Amy Sellers, Kate Elliott, Gladys Reid, Charlotte Smith and Louise Jones.

Mrs. G.N. Hutton was hostess yesterday afternoon to the Limited Auction Club. Two tables were arranged for cards. Mrs. Walker Lyerly was the lucky winner of the high score prize and Mrs. E.L. Shuford won the consolation. Ice cream and cake were served after the game. Those playing were Mesdames W.A. Hall, Walker Lyerly, George Yoder, Long (no first name given) of Newton, J.H.P. Cilley J.L. Riddle, E.L. Shuford and Horace C. Lutz.

The O.O. Club was delightfully entertained last evening my Miss Elizabeth McComb. Four tables were arranged for progressive rook. Special Guests of the club were Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Henkel, Mr. and Mrs. W.E. McRorie, Misses Janie Lyerly and Mary Knox Henderson, and Messrs Cedric Dellinger and Tom Pruitt. A delicious ice course was served. Miss Margaret McComb will have the next meeting.

All but one of the 14 members of the Hickory Music Club were present at the last meeting of the season, held at Mrs. George Bailey’s last evening. Visitors were Mrs. Bailey and Miss Jennie Bailey of New York, Mrs. George Yoder and Mrs. E.B. Menzies. Those taking part in the program were Mrs. E.L. Shuford, Miss Margaret McComb, Mrs. George Hutton, Mrs. Karl B. Patterson, Mrs. J.H. Hatcher, Miss Lillie Bell Hallman, Mrs. Geo. Hall and Mrs. E.A. Smith. The following officers were elected: Mrs. J.H. Hatcher, president; Mrs. G.N. Hutton, vice president; Miss Essie Seagle, secretary.

Engagement Announced

The reception at the home of Miss Estelle Wolfe last evening was a most enjoyable occasion for the Methodist Philatheas and their friends. The house was beautifully decorated with a great profusion of dogwood blossoms and wild honeysuckle. The guests were received by the hostess and directed to the punch bowl, where Miss Kathryn Peterson presided. Each person was asked to register wishes for the brides in six little booklets, which were presented as souvenirs to the guests of honor: Mesdames Henry C. Cline, Ivy Starnes earle Townsend, Guy Robinson, Misses Ola Griffin and Lina Johnston. A lively contest was then held. In the different rooms were posted 24 pictures advertising articles needed by brides with which to begin housekeeping. The answers were varied and amusing. At the conclusion, each honoree was presented with an attractive Philathea Cook Book, with best wishes from the class. Piano selections by Misses Marjorie Whitener, Clara Bowles and Mabel Monce were thoroughly enjoyed.

Delicious cream and cake was served and at this point came the surprise of the evening. Between fancy cakes tied with white ribbon was a tiny blue card on which was written “K.M.P. and J.F.C., June fifth,” thus announcing the engagement of Miss Katheryn Peterson to Mr. Frank Carriker.

The bride-to-be is well known in the city. She held a responsible positon with the Hutton and Boiurbonnais Co. for some time and, because of her vivacity and pleasing disposition, has many friends here and elsewhere. For the past four months she has held the office of business manager for the Methodist Senior Philathea class, which under her direction has accomplished splendid results. Mr. Carriker’s gain will mean a distinct loss to this class. She has the best wishes of a host of friends.


Mr. Carriker of Knoxville, Tenn., is a young man of splendid ability and was employed by the Hickory Daily Record as a printer for about several months. He made friends during his stay here who will be glad to know of the happiness in store for him.

E.C. Beddingfield Explains Why North Carolina Must Settle Race Problem by Taking Vote From Negroes, 1900

Roanoke Beacon, Plymouth, N.C., April 13, 1900

One Object of the Amendment by E.C. Beddingfield

There is only one object that is desired to be obtained by this amendment and that is to cut off a portion of the ignorant negro vote and prevent a recurrence of such events as transpired during the last campaign. If I did not believe this was best for the colored race as well as my own I would oppose it, but I am fully convinced that it is best for all that it be made impossible for vicious colored men ever again to dominate Eastern North Carolina. Those who were there during the last campaign know that our people stood on the brink of a racial riot which seemed at times unavoidable, and if it had come would have been bad enough for the white race and awful in its consequences to the poor deluded negroes. Such a condition must never again occur. We must have the race problem to solve. We must face it. The responsibility is upon us. The adoption of the amendment will solve it and will settle the whole question quietly, peaceably and without one drop of bloodshed. It will be a spur to the coming generations, both white and colored, to secure an education, to improve their minds and fit themselves for citizenship. It will be a blessing to the whole people and its beneficent effects will be at once perceptible. Life and property will be safe, capital will seek investment, good government will be assured and a better feeling between the races fostered.
            --E.C. Beddingfield

U.S. Senate Decides Jobless Need Assistance, 1933

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Senate Votes $500,000,000 to Help the Idle…Measure Passed 55 to 17 and Sent to the House; Would Aid Jobless

Washington, April 1—The Senate yesterday passed a bill providing $500,000,000 to halt the march of misery and hunger across the nation.

If the House approves the measure, the Reconstruction Finance Corporation soon will begin pouring a golden stream of dollars into the gaping pit of the depression. It will not be a loan but an outright gift that will attempt to erect a barrier of dollars between unemployed Americans and destitution.

Thirty minutes before the bill was driven through the Senate, 55 to 17, the cry of “dole” was raised and Senator Fess, Republican of Ohio, opposed the measure by pleading with his colleagues “not to let their hearts overcome their better judgment.”

The money will be dealt out to the various states. Supposing, for instance, Ohio has spent $3,000,000 of its own money on unemployment relief. It then is eligible to receive from the federal government one-third of that sum—or $1,000,000.

In addition, if Ohio can establish that all its money for unemployment relief is exhausted, it becomes eligible for an additional gift—the size of which shall be determined by the administrator appointed by the president.

Yesterday’s vote brought victory to “Young Bob” La Follette, the serious-minded son of “Old Bob,” who has fought this battle for a year.

In the last session of Congress he watched a similar bill die in the house. Months of extensive committee hearings convinced him that starvation and destitution were abroad in the land and that the only way to remedy it was to appropriate money quickly and pour it into the areas where want was most acute.

He dodged nervously around the floor yesterday, consulting with Senators Wagoner, New York, and Costigan, Colorado, who sponsored the bill with him. Occasionally he would pause, his thick black hair tumbling into his eyes, to beat down a sortie by the Republican old guard, which taunted him by shouting “dole.”

Senator Fess argued passionately against embarking “upon a policy we can never retrace.”

Around Fess’ banner rallied Repubicans from the conservative benches. Fundamentally it was a clash between two philosophies of life—that of La Follette who believes and says that economic theories will not feed a starving man and that of Fess, who insists on maintaining “sound principles” of government at any price.

But when the afternoon of violent oratory had ended and Vice President Garner shouted “the clerk will call the roll,” Fess could muster only 17 votes, among them being two Democrats, Bailey of North Carolina and Gore of Oklahoma.

Getting 'The Works' at the Barber Shop, 1940

State Law Gives School Children Get Free Physical Examinations, 1917

From the Hickory Daily Record, April 25, 1917

Fourteen Counties Ask for Medical Inspection

That every school child of the state shall be given a physical examination every three years is according to a law passed by the recent session of the general assembly, providing that one-third of the state’s counties shall arrange with the state board of health and the state department of education for medical school inspection every third year.

At a recent meeting of the North Carolina Health Officers’ Association in Asheville, Dr. G.M. Cooper of the state board of health asked for volunteer counties or those who desired to be included in the first 33 counties to have this work this year. Fourteen counties readily responded, those being Wake, Mecklenburg, Vance, Sampson, Haywood, Buncombe, Martin, Pitt, Guilford, Davidson, Forsyth, Catawba, Swain and Nash. Other counties desiring this service this year, or interested citizens, will make arrangements with their county physician and county superintendent of schools by or on the first Monday in May and notify Dr. G.M. Cooper of the state board of health Raleigh.

Speaker and Court of Queen Named for 1933 Founders' Day, Greensboro College

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Shaw to Deliver Address for G.C. College May 5^th

Miss Mary Hix to be Member of Court of Queen on Founders’ Day

Greensboro, April 1—Dr. S.B. Turrentine announced today that Thomas J. Shaw, superior court judge of Greensboro, has accepted an invitation to deliver the address on the occasion of Founders’ and Benefactors’ Day at Greensboro College.

Judge Shaw was born in Montgomery County March 5, 1861. His father, the late Peter C. Shaw, was an educator who served as principal of a number of schools in the state, and Judge Shaw received his secondary school training in the schools of the various localities to which his father’s professional duties called him. He received his legal training in the law school of Dick and Dillard at Greensboro. Judge Shaw has served on the superior court bench since 1913.

Founders’ and Benefactors’ Day will be observed on May 6. A special feature of the occasion this year will be the observance of home coming day and the exercises in connection with the coronation of the May Queen, Miss Emma Blanche Warren of Snow Hill. The court of the queen will consist of the following: Misses Tommie Louise Mitchell of Kinston, a junior, who will be the queen’s maid of honor; Susan Exum of Snow Hill and Elizabeth Campen of Zebulon, senior attendants; Miss Imogene Boyles of Thomasville and Louise Taylor of Greenville, junior attendants; Mary Ellen Milard of Greensboro and Freda Strong of Stanford, sophomore attendants; and Mary Hix of North Wilkesboro and Elizabeth Lodge of Hickory, Va., freshman attendants.

World War I 'War Briefs' by Wire, April 24, 1917

From The Day Book, April 24, 1917

War Briefs by Wire

Christiania—If America refuses to sell foodstuffs to neutrals Norway will starve.

Christiania—Norwegian steamers Peive and Skjold torpedoed and sunk. Crews saved.

Washington, D.C.—President Wilson Signed $7 billion bond issue bill today. It is now law.

New York—Seven of New York’s biggest men’s clubs will go on war diet to conserve food supply.

Philadelphia—One of the most powerful radio stations in world being built at Philadelphia navy yard.

Washington—Petition for universal military service signed by 1 million New Yorkers to be presented to Congress today.

Washington—Despite U-boats, American exports in March reached $551,278,000, which has been exceeded by only one other month in the country’s history: last January.

The Hague—German foreign office has notified all remaining American newspapermen in Germany that their presence “is no longer desirable.”

Washington—Gen. Joffre, Premiere Viviani and the entire French war commission have expressed desire to visit Chicago. They will have their wish.

Paris—Since Germany has announced that, contrary to all rules of international law and humanity, it would torpedo hospital ships without warning, France will embark German prisoners on these vessels.

Philadelphia—Workmen repairing Hamburg-American liners Prinz Oscar and Rhaetie discover hidden bombs so arranged as to blow ships to pieces with American crews on board when engines would be started.

The Mill Whistle Salutes Local Men Working for Uncle Sam, 1945

The Mill Whistle, April 9, 1945. Issued every two weeks by and for the employees of Marshall Field & Company, Manufacturing Division, Spray, N.C.

These two sailors are Marvin and Melvin Pruitt, sons of Mr. and Mrs. John Pruitt of Draper. Latest addresses in our files show these boys are located somewhere on the west coast, or in the South Pacific.

Garvis C. Brown is somewhere overseas. He is the son of Rev. and Mrs. C. W. Brown of Spray.

Pvt. Spencer Priddy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Posey Priddy of Leakville. Pvt. Priddy is now located at Fort Meade, Md. He has two brothers, Ballard and Edward, and a brother-in-law, Bland Hunnicutt , in service. He was formerly employed at Karastan Mill.

Cpl. John W Hylton is with the 7^th Army in Germany. He has been overseas about two years. His wife, the former Ruth Ward, resides with her mother.

Pfc. Paul R. Hylton entered the Army with the first National Guard unit and has been overseas 2 ½ years. His wife, the former Daisy Westbrook, lives with her parents in Spray. Both men are sons of Mr. and Mrs. M.E. Hylton.

Pvt. Bryan D Caston, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Caston, is now somewhere in Germany and has been overseas about three months. Mr. Caston is a foreman in the Woolen Mill.

Billie D. Tudor, S 1/c, is at present located somewhere on the West Coast. His wife is the former Miss Louise Haynes of Spray.

Pvt. Leroy Smart, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Smart of Draper is now somewhere overseas, presumably in Germany, and has been in service about a year. He was formerly employed in the Blanket Mill.

If You're a Mason, Why Not Hire a Mason? 1929

From The Trestleboard, newspaper of the Masonic Lodges of Raleigh, April 15, 1929.

Positions Needed

Master Mason, member of a Raleigh Lodge, expert telegraph operator, experienced shipping and traffic clerk, some experience in life insurance. Married man with family. Hard uphill climb for about two years can you use him? Notify the editor, P.O. Box 1525.

Master Mason, member of a Raleigh Lodge, out of work since first of year. Experienced in landscape gardening, dairying, salesman (real estate), and the various lines agriculture including stock raising. Will be glad of any job by which he can make an honest living. Can also do rough carpenter work. Married man with family. Some of you folks should be able to use this man right away in fixing up your place for the spring and summer. If so, notify the editor, P.O. Box 1525.

Son of a Master Mason, 17 years old, says it is very necessary that he should work and will appreciate any offer made. Notify the editor, P.O. Box 1525.

Wife of a Master Mason, expert stenographer, experienced in other clerical work including bookkeeping. If you have need of such services, notify the editor, P.O. Box 1525.

Editorial Opinions from Hickory Daily Record on World War I, 1917

From the editorial page of the Hickory Daily Record, April 7, 1917, S.H. Farabee, editor, J.C. Miller, manager; and H.M. Miller, advertising manager.

We don’t believe for a minute that German agents have succeeded in causing unrest among the negroes of the south. The colored people are not suicidal by nature and they have as much love for their homes as many other people. That German agents have tried to cause all the trouble possible, we are ready to believe. Indeed there are people in the United States far removed from connection with Germany who would attempt anything if they were sure of putting it across. American home guards may be needed, but not for protection against colored people.

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The munition makers now will be harnessed and their profits will go to the government. The plea that the United States was entering the war to benefit them was about the most ridiculous suggestion ever offered. Munitions makers are allowed to make all they can out of foreigners, but the United States will not be held up.

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The New York American, which usually is anti-British and pro-German, is whole-heartedly American now, it is said. That paper is raising recruits for the navy and Mr. Hearst will give anything he has to the government. His conduct may have been infamous, but he has come up to scratch.

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As far as we are concerned, the so-called espionage bill suits us to the letter, and the only criticism we have heard of it is from a few partisan newspapers which had rather feature an “issue” than give the administration justice. If we act as traitors, we should be slapped in jail and allowed to rot. That is the way the Record feels.

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Everybody in Hickory would be pained at any incident that would reflect on the community during this crisis. The war is on and it is the duty of everybody to be loyal. If our hearts are not right, we should at least guard our tongues. No many should say anything to give offense.

Local News From Southport State Port Pilot, 1935

From the Southport State Port Pilot, April 24, 1935

Local News

Mrs. Warren Hood has been engaged as Society Editor of the State Port Pilot and the society page in this paper is under her direction. The Pilot is very fortunate to have secured the services of Mrs. Hood and we urge you to co-operate with her in making the society page one of the most attractive features of this newspaper each week. She will be glad to receive reports of parties, club meetings, visitors, etc.

City Nominating Conventions will be held here next week. As the time draws near there is a steady increase of local interest. It is pretty definitely assured that four men will seek the nomination for office of mayor. They are: Mayor Price Furpless, incumbent; C.L.  Stevens, a former mayor of the town; R.L. Thompson, now alderman from the first ward; and Captain John Erickson. No definite list of candidates for city aldermen has been announced.

Miss Victoria Phelps of Supply underwent an operation Monday at the Brunswick County Hospital for the removal of her appendix.

Miss Dorothy Bell, daughter of Mrs. Charles Bell of Southport, was recently elected managing editor of the High Point College weekly newspaper, The Hi-Po. Miss Bell is a member of the sophomore class.

D.H. Caison, prominent farmer of the Supply community, suffered a stroke last Monday while plowing in a field near his home. He was in a critical condition all last week but friends will be glad to learn that there has been a noticeable improvement during the last few days.

Frank Niernsee, Southpoint boy, is a member of the varsity tennis team at High Point College. In a recent match against the Guilford College racqueters, Niernsee and his doubles partner scored the only victory for his team. Frank is the son of Mrs. Frank Niernsee of Southport and is a freshman at High Point College.

The North Carolina Hospital Association will meet at the Southport Hospital on Tuesday, May 16. Dr. W.S. Rankin, in charge of hospitals and the orphanages in two Carolinas for the Duke endowment, and other important hospital officials will attend the meeting.

The American Legion Auxiliary has granted a charter to the Southport chapter, Brunswick County Post No. 194, and Mrs. C.J. Shumway, State President of the American Legion Auxiliary, will attend the unit Thursday evening, May 2, and speak in the Junior Order hall. Other prominent Auxiliary officials including Miss Arelia Adams, state secretary, are expected to be here with Mrs. Shumway.

A heavy frost last Tuesday night did considerable damage to early truck crops in Brunswick County. Beans, watermelons, cucumbers, tomatoes, Irish potatoes and other produce suffered from the cold. There was one report that water froze in boats at Southport and several farmers of the county reported that they found ice on water that stood overnight on their premises.

Voters Have 30 Days If They Oppose Bringing Electricity to Kinston, 1920

The Daily Free Press, Kinston, N.C., Tuesday, April 6, 1920

Voters Have 30 Days More in Which Oppose City’s Move

The City Council Monday night by a vote of seven to three, Alderman George O. Brown, Joseph Kennedy and Joseph May voting negatively, finally adopted the ordinance for the reconstruction of the municipal electric plant at a cost of $250,000 or $300,000, with the proviso that it shall be tabled another 30 days for the presentation of any petitions that citizens may desire to offer for submission of the question to a vote of the people.

According to authorities, three-fifths of the qualified voters would have to sign such a petition.

Engineer W.C. Olsen was instructed to proceed to advertise for bids. Olsen returned to his present home of Sumpter, S.C., Tuesday, stating that he expects to locate here to supervise the work unless something prevents the construction.

There was no large delegation of citizens present and the discussion was tame.

J.T. Mitchell's Hiram Lodge News for The Trestleboard, 1929

From The Trestleboard, newspaper of the Masonic Lodges of Raleigh, April 15, 1929; J.T. Mitchell, 217 North Bloodworth Street, reporting for Hiram Lodge No. 40.

The W.M. reported a visit to a district meeting in Durham at which there were about 300 present, including the Grand Master and other notables. Several important and interesting talks were made and refreshments served. “A real Masonic gathering.” Lets have such a meeting here sometime this year. What say?

We were pleased to have with us at our meeting of the 18^th Bro. Thos. W. Ruffin, recently elected to membership in our Lodge. Brother Ruffin made a very inspiring address to the Brethren. We hope he will make this a habit.

The charity collection of this meeting was donated to Oxford Orphanage for the purpose of buying toys for the children in the baby cottage.

Our meeting of April 1^st was a huge success. “Magician” Bro. Chas. S. Perry had ‘em all fooled. Charles, several of the Brethren are asking what became of Scott when he disappeared from the Triangle. Fellows you had better watch him, he’s tricky. We extend to Brother Perry our sincere thanks for the entertainment; also to those who assisted him.

We also thank the refreshment committee for the way and manner in which the refreshments were served and the menu selected. Remember Brethren the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. We appreciate your attendance Brethren. Come again.

Our Secretary Brother Goetze reported a trip to Oxford Orphanage March 22^nd by Bro. Murray Wallace and himself where they exhibited several rolls of pictures for the children, these pictures loaned us by Bro. J.R. Summers of the Navy Recruiting Station here and were very much enjoyed by the children as well as the grown-ups. We extend to Brother Summers our sincere thanks for his kindness.

Personals

Bro. J.J. Gerard, ill in Rex Hospital, is getting along nicely after an operation for appendicitis. We hope t see him out soon. He will appreciate a visit from you.

Winder what became of Bro. Victor Stonebanks? Let us hear from you, Vic. Note the schedule of meetings in this paper and pay us a visit. Be glad to have you.

Bros. W.R. Trull and J.E. Johnson motored to Winston-Salem for the Moravian Easter services.

We note that Bro. Tommie C. Moore has joined the benevolent order of benedicts. May his voyage on the matrimonial sea be a pleasant one and all of his troubles ‘little ones.”

Two newsboys were watching Bro. Jim Brown at work in his barber shop. One of the boys spied a barber singeing a customer’s hair with a taper, he nudged his pal and said, “Say Mickie, look; that guy is looking for ‘em with a light.”

We are glad to report that Bro. A.W. Card is out again and able to be back on the job.
We regret to report the death of Bro. J.B. Goodwin’s mother. We extend to Brother Goodwin our heartfelt sympathy in his hour of sorrow.

Our Junior Warden Brother Mitchell and Bro. Wester, Master of Wm. G. Hill, motored to Norlina on March 19^th, where Brother Mitchell conferred the third degree for Norlina Lodge No. 630, the Lodge in which he was caused to travel the dark and difficult road about 10 years ago. They report a very pleasant trip.

District Deputy Bro. Harrison Kauffman and Brother Mitchell visited Fuquay Springs Lodge on March 26^th and witnessed the conferring of the third degree. Yu have heard of people passing the “buck.” I am sure Brother Kauffman has for when the Master called on him to deliver the Lecture he said, “Let John do it.” And John did it.

Remember Brethren this is your paper, let us have some news.

We are now signing off and this is Station H.L.No.40.

Proud Of Spray, N.C., Mill Workers Serving in War, 1945

The Mill Whistle, April 9, 1945. Issued every two weeks by and for the employees of Marshall Field & Company, Manufacturing Division, Spray, N.C.

William Allen and Mandluff Wilson are with the Atlantic fleet, we believe, although we do not have the latest addresses of either man. Anyway, luck to you, sailors.

Howard Jones, S 2/c, recently spent a week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. B.R. Jones of Fielddale. He’s stationed at Camp Peary. Three of his brothers are in service: Edward, Thurman and Marion. Edward and Thurman ae overseas and Marion, after three years overseas, is now in a hospital in this country.

Darryl Wilson is mighty proud of his father Glenn Wilson, who is now serving with the Navy in the Philippines and has been in the service one year. He was formerly employed in the sheeting Mill. We know Glenn is mighty proud of his young son, too.

Donnie Mason is one year old and is the son of Pfc. and Mrs. James A. Mason of Leaksville, Route 1. Pft. Mason is with the amphibious engineers somewhere in the Philippines.

Editorial Opinions on Banks, International Affairs, the Economy In North Wilkesboro Paper, 1933

From the editorial page of The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933. J.D. Carter and Julius Hubbard, were publishers, and the paper’s slogan was “Independent in Politics”

Ashe Banks Open

Opening of the Bank of Ashe at Jefferson last week placed Ashe County in the favored class of counties which have all their banks functioning again after the banking holiday. The First National Bank of West Jefferson was one of the first banks in the state to open, being granted license in the first list.

The Journal-Patriot congratulates and banking institutions and the county. Ashe County is within the North Wilkesboro trading territory and her people and the Wilkes people do business with each other with mutual benefit.

Normal banking operations there will be an aid to local business and aside from our purely selfish interest, we are glad for the sake of the fine people who reside in that county.

In Agreement

In the light of our oft repeated expressions regarding payment of the Allied war debts, it is quite natural that we should find ourselves in agreement with Secretary of State Cordell Hull, who last week declared that this nation “might not consider defaulting nations” in the forth-coming conference on the debt problems.

The ability of France to pay is a known fact. Yet she has defaulted, contending for further adjustment in the debts.

Great Britain, while desiring a debt conference, paid the installment when it became due, setting an example which other nations should have followed. The policy advanced by Secretary Hull meets the approval of the public generally, we believe.

A Dangerous Policy Against Jews

The wisdom of the new German government is open to question. However, the rest of the world can only look with alarm at the policy which seemingly is intended to eventually deprive the Jewish people of representation in the government and to relieve them of property rights. Reports are confusing, of course, and perhaps do not tell the whole story. No news which does not meet the approval of the government is permitted to go out over the telegraph wires.

Jewish people are in the main a people without a country. They are scattered throughout the earth and their right to be citizens of Germany is upheld in the opinion of the world.

The greatest of all Jews, whom the Jews themselves rejected, gave to the world a rule which should be applied in the treatment of our fellowman. Germany might well give the Jews the same treatment which they would themselves desire were conditions reversed.

Upturn in Economy Is Reported

An upturn in business is noted in a dispatch from New York, summarizing the nation’s business. This optimistic statement is based on the following points:

Retail sales have increased in various federal reserve districts.

265 national banks, with deposits of more than $350,000,000 were restored to 100 percent banking during the 10-day period preceding March 25.

The federal reserve system showed a gain of $44,444,000 in gold during the week ending Wednesday.

The B.F. Goodrich Company announced a 40 percent increase in production.

The volume of business for heavy construction work for the last week was better by $2,000,000 than the week previous.

Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company announced plans to step up its work week to five days of six hours each week.

Frigidaire Corporation recalls 500 men to make up a new eight-hour shift.

These are but fragmentary evidence of the general restoration of confidence in the nation. Further evidence is found in the street talk of the average man who feels that the future of the country is safe and that we are approaching better times.

Hickory Boy Scouts Clean Up Lot Ignored by Dr. R. Reid Russell, 1917

“Hickory Boy Scouts Improve Ugly Lot,” from the April 7, 1917 issue of the Hickory Daily Record.

Hickory Boy Scouts, under the direction of Scoutmaster D.T. Applegate, today began improving the vacant lot owned by Dr. R. Reid Russell of Asheville. There have been a number of efforts to have Dr. Russell improve this property, but as he lives in Asheville and the lot is in Hickory, he is not particularly interested, and has allowed it to grow up in weeds and be the receptacle of all sorts of rubbish. The lot naturally is beautiful, but the owner is holding it for profit, and apparently is not caring much what the people here think of it. This absentee landlord, however, probably will extend the Boy Scouts a vote of thanks for their work, as it will add to the value of his property, which already has trebled in value since he purchased it several years ago.

Still Destroyed, Liquor in Car Seized in Lewis Fork Section, 1933

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Dry Officers Capture Four…Eight Gallons of Liquor Found on Car; “Watch” Man Is Caught

Four men were arrested and eight gallons of liquor confiscated in raids made Thursday by prohibition agents in the county.

Cleve Marley was caught in the Lewis Fork section Thursday afternoon in a raid made by Agents H.C. Kilby and D.C. Dettor, who were assisted by Deputy Marshal H.H. Jennings, M.S. Phillips and T.M. Setzer. Marley, it was stated, was a “watch” man and fired a warning shot to operators of a still, which was later destroyed, who escaped. Before he could get away himself, however, the officers placed him under arrest. After a hearing before Commissioner J.W. Dula, he was released under bond of $500.

Agents J.L. Moore and N.S. Cooper caught Boss Absher, Doc Absher and Coy Pruitt with eight gallons of liquor on their car in the Lomax section. Pruitt was released until the next term of court under bond of $500, while the others, unable to furnish bond, were committed to jail in Wilkesboro.

Arrest of the trio was made Thursday night.

Hickory Men Buy New Hudson Super-Six at Abernethy Hardware Company, 1917

“Two New Hudsons,” from the April 7, 1917 issue of the Hickory Daily Record. This little story made the front page of the newspaper. I was curious about the car and found a photo on the internet at motorbase.com.

Mr. G.H. Geitner and Mr. J.D. Elliott each has purchased a Hudson Super-Six from the Abernethy Hardware Company.

Personal News, Local Items from Roanoke Rapids, Stancell, Rosemary, 1917

From the Roanoke Rapids Herald, April 6, 1917

Roanoke Rapids Personal and Local Items

J.W. Sanderford of Raleigh has accepted a position with the Herald Publishing Company.

Nathaniel Macon has returned from Raleigh where he was taking a textile course.

Mrs. R.H. Parker of Tarboro spent Monday here with her son E.A. Parker, business manager of the Musical Walker Comedy Company.

Mrs. J.L. Daughtry spent Tuesday in Halifax on business.

Mr. G.D. Shell spent Tuesday in Halifax on business.

Miss Susie Zollicoffer of Weldon spent Tuesday in town on business.

W.B. Swindell was called to his home in Swan Quarter last week on account of the death of his mother. His many friends here sympathize with him in his sorrow and grief.

W.D. Tillery spent Tuesday in Richmond on business.

Mrs. W.B. Vincent and daughter of Vultare spent Tuesday in town on business.

Miss Zoe Porter spent Wednesday in Henderson as a judge in the Vance County Commencement.

Miss Mattie Rice of Greenville is visiting her sister, Mrs. A.B. Glover.

Miss Odessa Rowell of Garysburg spent Tuesday here with her aunt, Mrs. Laura Faison.

The Crochet Club meets with Mrs. J.R. Morhorn Friday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock.

L.W. Clements of Stancell, N.C., spent Saturday in town on business.

Mr. and Mrs. Ivey Jones of Weldon spent a few hours in town Tuesday on business.

Willie Grimmer of Tarboro spent the week end with relatives and friends here.

Mrs. G.D. Shell returned Saturday from Baltimore where she has been on a business trip.

Mrs. T.R. Manning of Henderson is visiting her daughter, Mrs. C.A. Wyche.

Rev. Stanley White left Tuesday for a few days in Richmond.

Mr. Job Taylor, who has been in Chicago on business, returned home Wednesday.

The Presbyterian Ladies Aid will meet with Mrs. J.T. Chase Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock. The Easter mite boxes will be taken in and opened at this meeting.

Mr. George Robin and Mr. Howard Woodleaf of Durham are visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Mohorn.

Mr. Fred Peck returned Wednesday after a 10-days business trip.

J.T. Moyton and family of Durham have moved here to work for Roanoke Mills Co.

S.F. Patterson is in Philadelphia on business.

Miss Ella Lee Chauncey spent the week end at her home in Washington.

Stancell Items

Messrs. Charlie and Will House of Thelma attended the play here Saturday night.

Mrs. J.A. Vincent spent Monday afternoon in the home of Mrs. Jim Baird.

Dr. T.H. Valentine was in Emporia Friday on business.

Mrs. Lena Wynne and Mrs. B.W. Vincent spent several days last week with Mrs. Vaden Wynne at Camp 2.


Messrs. C.B. and R.H. Gray spent Monday in Jackson on business.

Mrs. Herbert Valentine and Miss Mosley of Valentine spent the week end here with Mrs. T.H. Valentine.

Rev. W.R. Bailey filled his regular appointment here Sunday A.M.

“Alice in Wonderland” was successfully played at Vultare School House Saturday night.
Messrs. B.M. Pugh and C.W. Vincent were in Jackson Monday on business.

Misses Katherine Bourne and Elizabeth Laye spent the week end with Mrs. T.H. Valentine.
Mr. Rufus Gray and Miss Blanche Vincent were in Emporia a short while Sunday.

Rosemary Personal and Local Items

J.H. Harrison spent Sunday in Brinkleyville with friends and relatives.

Alex Green of Weldon was in town Tuesday a short while on business.

W.D. Odom spent Wednesday in Jackson with friends and relatives.

Miss Pattie Byrd visited friends in Emporia Saturday and Sunday.

Mrs. Coley of Thelma is here visiting her daughter, Mrs. S.M. Thompson

Misses Elizabeth and Helen Fisher left Saturday for Baltimore where they will spend several weeks with relatives.

Miss Grace Crumpler of Franklin, Va., is visiting in the home of J.L. Britt.

W.E. Froelich spent a few days the past week in Winston-Salem with friends.

C.B. Moore of Henrico spent Monday and Tuesday here on business.

Mrs. Joe Brown left the past week for Rocky Mount where she is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. McDonald.

R.L. Byrd of Emporia spent the week end here with his family.

Messrs. G.H. Lewis and E.V. Hux of Aurelian Springs spent a few hours here Wednesday.

R.F. Cannon left the past week for Philadelphia where he has accepted a position.

H.E. Dobbins spent the day Monday in Halifax on business.

Mr. and Mrs. J.E. McGee spent several days in Haw River this week.

Mr. and Mrs. G.B. Crews returned Monday from Richmond where they visited friends.

Mr. and Mrs. R.D. Clippard of Northampton County visited relatives here this week.

Easter Egg Hunt, 1933

Collecting Census Information in 1940 Trailer Park

I don’t know where this photo was taken, but it was used to train census workers, who would collect information from “transient” sites like trailer parks on April 8. I’m including it because it shows a trailer park in 1939 or 1940.

Training the census taker:

Procedure for enumeration of persons in hotels, tourist homes or camps, trailer camps, one-night lodging houses, etc.—Persons in hotels, tourist or trailer camps, missions, and cheap one-night lodging houses (flophouses) will all be enumerated as of the evening of April 8th. You are to complete the enumeration of all tourist or trailer camps, missions, and cheap one-night lodging houses in your district on the evening of April 8th, and of all hotels in your district on April 9th, except that it may be necessary to make callbacks after April 9th for hotels. If it is not possible for you to complete the enumeration of these places on the specified days without assistance, be sure to notify your Supervisor so that he may provide you with the necessary assistance.

Poster Announcing 1940 U.S. Census

This federal poster went up in 1939 all around the country to remind folks that the 1940 Census was coming.

Social News, Kinston, N.C., April 6, 1920

The Daily Free Press, Kinston, N.C., Tuesday, April 6, 1920

Social and Personal

Mr. Allan Osborne, a student at the University, is home for a short stay.

Mr. and Mrs. Leon Saluerg and Mr. Sam Saluerg of Norfolk, Va., are guests of Mr. and Mrs. I.M. Anselowitz.

Miss Margaret Hayes of Louisburg has returned to Greensboro, where she is attending college, after a weekend visit with Miss Margaret Foscue, at 511 East Gordon Street.

Mr. and Mrs. Farley Hayes of Norfolk are visiting Mrs. Hayes’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Johnston. Mrs. Hayes was formerly Miss Leta Johnston.

An interesting wedding was solemnized at the residents of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Lewis, 202 North East Street, Sunday evening at 7:30 o’clock when Miss Elizabeth Lewis became the bride of Mr. Kinsey Howard. Rev. John R. Edwards, Methodist, officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Howard will make their residence in the city. Only a few relatives and friends attended the wedding.

The April meeting of the Community Music Club will be held Wednesday morning at 10:30 o’clock with Miss Margaret Marston, at her home on King Street. The following program dealing with American composers will be rendered: Talk on Edward McDowell, Mrs. Lundy Abbott; selection by Nevin, Miss Vida West; song, ‘Thy Beaming Eyes’ by McDowell, Mrs. James McDaniel; talk on Composers With Romantic Tendencies, Mrs. James F. Parrott; selection by Nevin, Mrs. Nan g. Howard; song ‘The Rosary,’ Mrs. Wm. Gill; violin solo, Mrs. T.C. Ethridge.

The residence of Mrs. John C. Hood in Northwest Kinston was the scene of a significant Easter egg hunt at which certain letters were put together to reveal an interesting future event. The interior of the house was attractively decorated with peach blooms, wisteria, and bamboo. These were in profusion and hid the Easter eggs, which were hand-painted. Rabbits “popped up” behind conspicuously large letters lying prone on grass or leaning tipsily where they might attract attention. The guests assembled the letters into many words and some of the results of their endeavors were amusing. The letters when arranged as they had been intended spelled “Marianna and Oliver.” Small Miss Anne Dixon Hood as a Cupid with a bow and arrow entered and let fly a dart straight at the heart of Miss Marianna Stanley. The dart bore the date, May 12, 1920. The prospective bridegroom is Mr. Oliver Westbrook of this city. The refreshments were unique. Bridal bouquets adorned the cake. A frozen basket made of ice cream was heaped with whipped cream. Misses Lillie Stanley and Estelle Westbrook and little Miss Lucinda Hood served. Those present were Mrs. Arthur Blanchard of Raleigh, house guest of Mrs. Hood; Misses Marianna Stanley, Leora Hooker, Lucy Haskitt, Nannie Stanley, Sophia Knott, Sallie Stanley, Ida Oettinger, Mrs. J.A. Long, Mrs. Jack Temple, Mrs. W. Allen Knott, Mrs. George Knott, and Mrs. Chester Walsh.

Four Generations Photo: C.J. Vest, Daughter, Granddaughter, Great-Grandson, 1945

The Mill Whistle, April 9, 1945. Issued every two weeks by and for the employees of Marshall Field & Company, Manufacturing Division, Spray, N.C.

Shown here are four generations. At the left is C.J. Vest of Draper. In center is Mrs. W.G. Cochran, daughter of Mr. Vest. She is employed in the Sheeting Mill. At right is Mrs. Reuben Minter, daughter of Mrs. Cochran. Wayne Minter, son of Sgt. And Mrs. Minter is shown in his grandfather’s arms.

Pat Williams Donates Radio to County Jail, 1933

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Prisoners Happy Over Radio Gift…P.M. Williams’ Donation to County Jail Welcomed by the Inmates

Wilkes County prisoners are happy over the gift of a handsome cabinet radio by Pat M. Williams, popular traveling salesman, who not only donated the radio but personally installed it in the county jail.

The gift was much appreciated, Jailer J.B. Sheets stated and the prisoners are very grateful to Mr. Williams.

The radio was installed several days ago and the inmates are enjoying listening to the programs over the air.

Spirit of Spring Pageant, Saturday Evening Post Cover, April 12, 1941

This little boy can't get into the spirit of his part in the school play. The illustration on The Saturday Evening Post, April 12, 1941, is by Frances Tipton Hunter.

Mrs. Johnson's 18-year-old Guinea Hen Died, 1917

“Old Guinea Dead,” from the April 7, 1917 issue of the Hickory Daily Record. This little story made the front page of the newspaper. I've added an old line drawing of a guinea fowl for people (like me) who aren't sure what they look like.

The old guinea hen belonging to Mrs. R.H. Johnson fell a victim to her hears this morning and surrendered a life that had been devoted to laying eggs and cackling for the children. The guinea was brought here from Salisbury by Mrs. Johnson and would have been 19 years old had she lived until next August.

Dick Cashion Now Selling Esso Products, Opening New Gas Station, 1933

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Standard Products Handled by Dick’s Service Stations

Change to Standard Was Effected Saturday at All Stations…Standard Products Include Standard and Esso, Essolube and Atlas Tires

Dick’s Service Stations, effective Saturday, April 1, are handling a full line of Standard products.

A.A. (Dick) Cashion, proprietor of the stations, stated this morning that “we are always anxious to give our customers the very best products money can buy and we believe the products of Standard Oil Company meet the highest standards.

With the change to Standard completed, Dick’s Service Stations have the complete line of Standard products, which include Standard gasoline, Esso gasoline, Essolube, the only five-star motor oil, and Atlas tires.

Mr. Cashion has two stations in the city, and a new one on top of the hill is now being erected.

Do You Have Your Easter Bonnet from G.D. Shell?

Dipththeria Kills Children, 1933

Important enough to be put in a box with the words all bold, entitled IMPORTANT—READ,  on the front page of The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933. War didn't rate this treatment.

IMPORTANT--READ

Children are killed by diphtheria, “the strangler.”

They can be protected easily by vaccination.

All children between the ages of six months and 10 years need protection.

Parents, see your physician NOW.

NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF HEALTH

Easter Monday Is Holiday to Enjoy Nature, Watch Ballgames, 1917

“Easter Monday Holiday in Hickory,” from the April 7, 1917 issue of the Hickory Daily Record

Although Easter Monday is not a national holiday, but more of a festival occasion, the stores and many other businesses houses in Hickory will be closed Monday. According to custom, the people of the state will take the day off generally to spend the day in the woods and on the streams or attending ball games.

Monday probably will be mild and fair—one of the loveliest Easters in years—and everybody will enjoy spending the day out of doors. Most people, it is expected, will devote the day to their gardens or preparing for clean-up week, which begins Tuesday. The city wagons will begin in the first ward Tuesday afternoon and make the rounds by Friday night.


Lenoir College will meet the strong Spencer team in baseball here in the afternoon at 3:30 and a great crowd will witness it. At the same time Catawba College will be playing the Charlotte league team at Newton, and that will be an attraction for that end of the county.

County's School Children Will Celebrate Commencement in Southport, 1935

From the Southport State Port Pilot, April 24, 1935

County Commencement to be Held Here Tuesday, April 30
Parade Will Get Underway at 10:30 o’clock and line of March Will be Through the Principal Streets of Southport...Will Award Seventh Grade Certificates...Following Parade, Literary Contests Will be Held in High School Building; Athletic Contests in Afternoon

More than 2,000 school children of the county and their teachers are expected to be in Southport next Tuesday for the annual County Commencement exercises.

Out-of-town visitors will arrive in Southport in time to assemble in Franklin Square near the old school building by 10:30 o’clock. The parade will begin at that point and the line of march will be through the principal streets of the downtown district.

At 11:20 o’clock, immediately following the parade, the seventh grade graduation exercises will be held in Franklin Square. At that time, certificates will be awarded all seventh grade students of the county who successfully passed their seventh grade examinations. These certificates will be presented by the county superintendent of schools.

Literary Contests

At 11:50 o’clock, the literary contests will begin in the high school building. The high school girls’ recitation contest will be held in the 10^th grade room, each school to have one entrant. The boys’ declamation contest will be held in the 9^th grade room, each school to have one entrant.

The reading contests for the first, second and third grades will be held in the first grade room; the contest for the fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh grades will be held in the sixth grade room. Each school will have one representative from each grade.

Spelling Match

The high school spelling match will be held in the school auditorium, each school to have two representatives.

The athletic contests will begin at 12:50 o’clock. In the high school group, the races will include the boys’ 100 yard dash, the girls’ 50 yard dash and the girls’ basketball relay race. Each school will have only one representative in the first two contests, but each relay team will have 12 members. The high school jumping contests will include the boys’ standing broad jump, the girls’ standing broad jump and the boys’ running high jump. There will be only one entrant from each school in these contests.

In the grammar grade athletic contests, the races will include the boys’ 100 yard dash and the girls’ 50 yard dash.

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The day’s program will be brought to a close by 2:10 o’clock in order that school buses carrying children to distant points in the county may leave in time to be home before dark.
All contests will have judges and ribbons will be awarded first and second place winners.

Booker T. Washington Stamp Issued, 1940

April 7, 1940, the Post Office released a 10-cent stamp featuring Booker T. Washington, American author, educator, orator and adviser to presidents. Washington was born a slave on April 5, 1856, on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs in Virginia. He died in 1915 in Tuskegee, Alabama. He was the founder of the Tuskegee Institute, a black school that was established to train teachers.

War Is Declared, U.S. Enters World War I, 1917

World War I--April 6, 1917. If you read the article under Negro Uprising you will learn that the uprising was actually supposed to be a mass migration. They were getting on trains and going to Mexico. Of course, that never happened.

W.D. Shore Carries Out Threat to Kill Himself, 1933

The Journal-Patriot, North Wilkesboro, N.C., April 3, 1933

Man Kills Self in Kitchen as Wife Looks On

W.D. Shore Is Suicide Victim; Used Shotgun to End His Life

Cause of Act Is Unknown to Family; Funeral Held Yesterday

Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 11 o’clock from Union Church for W.D. Shore, young farmer of Cycle, who committed suicide at his home Friday afternoon. Rev. N.T. Jarvis was in charge of the service which was attended by a large concourse of people.

Mr. Shore shot himself in the head with a 12-gauge double-barreled shotgun about 4 o’clock Friday afternoon in the kitchen of his home as his wife looked on. He placed the muzzle of the gun against his left temple and using his right hand to hold the gun, pulled the trigger with his left hand.

No cause for his rash act was known. He is said to have had no financial or family troubles and apparently had been in the best of health. However, for two or three days he seemed to lose his usual jovial mood and it was thought that he became mentally unbalanced.

At the time of the shooting, Mrs. Shore was pleading with him not to shoot himself as he had told her he was going to do. She is said to have struggled with him and before losing her hold obtained a promise that he would not harm himself. However, she had just stepped away when he fired the shot.

He was 28 years old on March 24. Besides his wife, Mrs. Minnie Shore, he is survived by two daughters, Kathleen and Fay; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Shore; three sisters, Mrs. Pauline Roberts, Misses Ruth and Evelyn Shore; and two brothers, Harry and Paul Shore, all of Cycle.