The Daughters of the Confederacy are making final arrangement for a Valentine tea, which will doubtless be a delightful occasion to all of the participants on Feb. 14.
The Hahn-Dick Possum Club has suspended for the season. They report an unusual sporting period this year, having captured nearly 100 ‘possums, which is the best record man in the five years of the club’s organization.
Dr. Joe A. Hartsell will soon leave for Greenville, S.C., where he will take a special course in a government hospital at Camp Sevier, where several hundred disabled soldiers are stationed.
The many friends of Mrs. W.J. Montgomery will learn with regret that she has been ill for several days and is now confined to bed.
Mrs. W.C. Houston and Miss Pat Adams, who left last week for an extended stay in Florida, have been called back to Monroe on account of the serious illness of their sister, Mrs. Rudge.
Mr. D.P. Dayvault of Lane City, Texas, arrived in the city Friday to spend several days here with relatives and friends. Mr. Dayvault is a former citizen and merchant of Concord.
Dr. L.M. Marsh, who is undergoing treatment in the University hosptial in baltimore, is said to be improving, but will have to remain in Baltimore for some time yet.
Miss Wilson, the new demonstrator for this county, arrived last week and has taken up the duties of her office.
Dr. Buford Core, who has been spending some time here with his parents, left Monday for Baltimore. Dr. Core has been suffering with Sciatica for some time and will take hospital tratment for that malady.
From the Charlotte News and Evening Chronicle, Sunday morning, Feb. 13, 1921
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Rutherfordton
Mr. Kenneth Crowder, the 24-year-old son of Rev. And Mrs. E.N. Crowder of this city, was taken to the Government Hospital at Naples, between Asheville and Hendersonville fro treatment last week. He contracted tuberculosis as a result of influenza during his services in the army, especially overseas. He expects to be transferred to Oteen Hospital, Asheville soon.
County Demonstrator L.D. Thrash was called to his home near Ashneville Sunday on account of the death of his sister.
Congressman Clyde R. Hoey of Washington, D.C. and Shelby, spent a few days here this week attending court. His many friends here are always glad to see him.
Dr. H.B. Grose, who has been in charge of the Government Dental Hospital at Johnson City, Tenn., spent the week-end here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Grose. He formerly practiced dentistry at McCormick, S.C.
Mr. and Mrs. K.J. Carpenter had as their guests at a spend the day party Tuesday, Rev. and Mrs. E.H. Crowder, Mr. and Mrs. D.B. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Cowan.
Mrs. F.L. Harrill of Marshnville was the week-end guest of her sister, Mrs. P.W. Eskridge.
Col. Peg Leg Graham, who has been seriously ill here, is improving slightly.
Postmaster B.F. Dalton is still confined to his room in the hospital with illness. He hopes to be out at his post of duty soon.
The many friends of Prof. and Mrs. Roy A. Marsh here were made glad this week to learn that Mr. Marsh is improving at John Hopkins Hospital.
Mr. Geo. C. McNeal and Miss Dona Ross surprised their many friends here by getting married Saturday evening, the ceremony being performed by Rev. J.C. Grier at the Presbyterian manse in the presence of only a few immediate friends. The groom came here last March from Preston,Ga., and is an expert electrician. Both the bride and groom has a host of friends who will be interested in the marriage.
The monthly supper for the officers and teachers of the Baptist Sunday School was held in the basement of the church Wednesday night.
This county is experiencing much rain and mud these days. It has brought a check on business as well as social activities.
From the Charlotte News and Evening Chronicle, Sunday morning, Feb. 13, 1921
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