Ku Klux Klan Impresses Tarboro with Klan Parade, Dec. 18, 1924

Tarboro Stages Impressive Klan Parade Tuesday. . . Organization Surprises Folks of Old Town—Dr. Straub Tells People What Ku Klux Means

There probably have been larger parades surrounded by more elaborate settings, but North Carolina Ku Klux Klandom never enjoyed itself more than it did at Tarboro on Tuesday night of last week when some hundreds of the Knights gathered to show the ancient city by the Tar Just how important their organization was and just what it means to America.

Tarboro was a bit skeptical when it was given out that the Klansmen were to gather there and stage a ceremony. There were those who believed that the meeting would be something of a frost. There were few who had any idea that the thing would reach such magnitude as it did. First it was not believed that a fitting meeting place could be gotten. Then there was some doubt that the mayor would allow any kind of a parade.

The manager of one of the local tobacco warehouses, however, tendered his tremendous warehouse as a place of meeting, and the mayor stated that he could offer no objection to the parade.

Something more than 1,000 Klansmen went to the meeting, but because of the paucity of robes and hoods only about 400 marched in the parade. More than 8,000 spectators, however, lined the streets to witness the parade. Some of the spectators were not friendly to the Klansmen and occasionally attempted to rile the marchers. The paraders, though, had been warned that they were to pay no attention to remarks directed toward them.

The critical spectators were given opportunity to hear from the lips of Dr. W.L. Straub, klan lecturer, just for what the klan stands, and were less critical when the meeting came to an end.

There never has been a prettier parade than that staged at Tarboro. More than half of the paraders formed a living fiery cross—a body of men carrying red fire fuses and forming the cross which is the emblem of the order.

The parade traversed the principal streets of Tarboro and ended at the Commons, where Dr. Straub delivered his lecture. Dr. Straub was introduce by James H. Dodgen of Raleigh, who, in turn, was introduced by C.C. McIlwaine, Grand Kleagle of the realm of North Carolina.

From the front page of the Carolina Jeffersonian, Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, December 18, 1924

Lillington Ku Klux Klan Marches into Baptist Church, December 5, 1924

Lillington Has a Ku Klux Klan. . . Demonstration in Church Brings the Fact to Light for First Time

Lillington saw its first demonstration by the hooded klan Friday when seven white-robed members of the Ku Klux Klan marched into the Baptist church just as the revival meeting was drawing to a close and, facing the altar, presented to Rev. W.R. Beach, the pastor, an envelope containing a letter and $25 in paper bills. It was while a song was being sung, “I Hear My Savior Calling,” and the chorus was finished while the knighted men stood at attention facing the pulpit and pastor. After the pastor had thanked them for their presence and interest, the hooded visitors marched out. The letter in the envelope read thus:

Lillington, Dec. 5, 1924

Dear Brother:

On behalf of the Lillington members of the Klan No. 85, Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, Realm of North Carolina, we wish to present you with this purse of $25 as a token of our sincere appreciation of your services in this town and community during this revival. We feel that you have rendered this town and community a service that will be for its everlasting good. We also wish to remind you that the Ku Klux Klan stands for the things that you preach and that we teach our members at all times that the living Christ is a Klansman’s Criterion of character.

We are with you in your good work 100 per cent and convey to you our sincere good wishes and pray God that generous success in the Lord’s work may crown your noble efforts in bringing souls to Christ and making the world a better place in which to spend that period of preparation for the greater and better and only life to come,

Yours most sincerely,

Lillington Members of Klan no. 35, Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, Realm of North Carolina

It was the first intimation that most people here ever had that there was a full-fledged order of the Klan in Lillington, and eyes that has perhaps become drowsy following the evening service were at once opened to the limit. Not a word, however, has been heard of the action of the Klan except in commendation of the presentation of the purse and letter to the pastor. the money and letter, though taken in hand by Pastor Beach, were intended for Dr. Zeno Wall of Goldsboro, who sat just behind the alter and who has been preaching twice daily here in the Baptist church for the past week.

Dr. Wall was a power in the pulpit. He is not an evangelist, but as an exponent of the World of God he stands in the front ranks of the pulpiteers of his day. The people of Lillington have fallen deeply in love with him, and judging by his expression of appreciation of the manner in which he has been received and treated here, he has come into a high regard for Lillington and its people. He left last night for his home in Goldsboro, being met here by his assistant pastor, Rev. Mr. Thomas. By unanimous vote the congregation last night requested him to come to Lillington again at his earliest opportunity.

From the Dunn Dispatch as printed on the front page of the Carolina Jeffersonian, Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, December 18, 1924

Karolina Klan Band Plays at Public Celebrations, Dec. 18, 1924

Karolina Klan Band

This Band consists of 20 members, all skilled musicians. Fifteen of the members are World War veterans. The Band was organized on July 1, 1924, under the auspices of Tolar Powers Klan, No. 33. The Band members have at the present time regalia and instruments that cost $3,000. since this Band was organized it has played at public celebrations in the following cities: Clinton, Fuquay Springs, Fayetteville, Greenville, Williamston, Greensboro, Kinston, Tarboro. Each member of the Band is a 100 per cent Klansman and is truly klanish. They stand ready to go any place at any time for the promotion of klanishness.

From page 3 of the Carolina Jeffersonian, Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, December 18, 1924

Henry Goss Guilty of Intimidating Witness, Liquor Charge, Dec. 18, 1924

Goss Drew 18 Months in Two Cases; Jurors Rendered One Verdict. . . Judge Graham Sentenced Youth to 12 Months in Witness Case. . . Jury Rendered Verdict of Guilty in Whiskey Case; Bond Furnished

Charged on the wone hand with selling whiskey and on the other hand with intimidating Will Stewart, the state’s principal witness in the whiskey case, Henry Goss, a young white man, was tried and convicted in recorder’s court Wednesday on both charges. Judge Graham heard the evidence in the case in which Goss was charged with intimidating a witness and passed out a sentence of 12 months in jail assigned to the county roads.

J.W. Barbee, attorney for Goss, asked for a jury in the whiskey case. The jury listened to the evidence and returned a verdict of guilty. In this case Judge Graham sentenced Goss to serve six months in the county jail and to be assigned to the county roads. The young man, through his attorney, gave notice of appeal in both cases. In the initial case Judge Graham demanded bond in the sum of $500, and in the second cases bond in the sum of $200. Goss gave bond in both cases.

The Goss trials attracted a large number of people to the court room, and both cases furnished legal battles. Goss, according to the evidence, attempted to get the negro Stewart, a bell hop at a local hotel, to leave the city and not testify in his case. According to the evidence, Goss tried to persuade Stewart to leave and when his argument failed, threatened the negro’s life.

In the whiskey case, the defense undertook to furnish an alibi. Witnesses were produced to prove that Goss spent the day near Rougemont on a hunting trip on the same date he was alleged in the warrant with the sale of whiskey to the negro bell hop. The state, however, produced evidence by Stewart that he bought the whiskey from Goss, and also the evidence of Officer Spivey who said that he saw Goss on Church street the night of the sale of whiskey is said to have taken place.

Attorney Barbee, for the defense, argued to the jury following conclusion of the evidence that the evidence built up by the state was insufficient to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that his client was guilty. He called attention to the evidence of Goss’ hunting trip, and urged the jury to believe that it was preposterous to claim that a man would sell another man whiskey right out on the street, within easy view of the police headquarters. Prosecuting Attorney W.B. Umstead argued to the jury that the hunting trip was purely an alibi, and asserted that the evidence furnished by the state was as strong as anyone could expect. He scouted the idea that a man would not sell whiskey on Church street. “There has been more whiskey sold on Church street than on any street in Durham,” he said. “There has in fact been enough whiskey sold on Church street to fill the swimming pool at the Y.M.C.A.” Mr. Umstead declared. The prosecuting attorney argued further that if the hunting trip was a reality that Goss got back to town in time to make the sale. He summarized the trip as one with a stop over in the great state of Lebanon and a return to the city with enough merry booze to set Church street on fire.

Stewart Fined

Will Stewart, negro bellhop, tried and convicted on a charge of illegal possession of whiskey, was fined $25 and costs. Stewart, who was principal witness against Henry Goss, was arrested by police several days ago.

From page 2 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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Sam Lougee, Lula King, Robert Spain, Grace O'Daniel Sentenced, Dec. 18, 1924

Quartet Convicted. . . Two Women and Two Men Fined for Trespassing at Bell Roscoe’s House; Is Tried on Several Charges

Judge Graham had before him Wednesday the quartet of prisoners charged with trespassing at the Trinity avenue home of Bell Roscoe, an inmate of the county workhouse. The quartet composed of Sam Lougee, Lula King, Robert Spain and Grace O’Daniel was charged with using rooms for immoral purposes. Lougee was fined $25 and costs; Lula King drew six months’ workhouse sentence. She appealed and her bond was fixed at$200. Spain was fined $15 and costs, and Grace O’Daniel was fined $25 and costs. In the case in which the two negro men and two women were charged with trespass, they were fined $20 and costs each. Lougee was given a sentence of 30 days on the roads on a charge of vagrancy. Grace O’Daniel was fined an additional $5 and costs on a charge of boisterous cursing.

From page 2 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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99 Stills, 1,050 Gallons Liquor, 86,000 Gallons Malt Liquor Destroyed in November, 1924

Nearly Hundred Stills Destroyed

By the Associated Press

Salisbury, Dec. 17—One thousand and fifty gallons of liquor, 86,000 gallons of malt liquor, and 99 whiskey stills were destroyed by the federal agents in North Carolina during the month of November, it has been announced here by Director Coltrane of the federal prohibition headquarters.

In addition to these liquors and stills, says the report, much paraphernalia used in the manufacture of whiskey was destroyed, 17 automobiles were taken and 66 arrests were made.

From page 8 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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John C. Loeffler, 95, Died Dec. 17, 1924

Aged Watchmaker Dies Leaving Fortune with Guardian; Lived Alone. . . John C. Loeffler Found Dead in His Room Over Durham Sport Shop. . . 95 Years Old. . . He came to America from Germany More than 40 Years Ago. . . Willis are Missing. . . Local Attorney Says That He Drew Up Two Wills for Deceased—Estate May Go to University of North Carolina

Leaving the savings of a lifetime, an estate estimated by his guardian at $10,000, John G. Loeffler, Durham’s eccentric watchmaker, died suddenly Wednesday morning. The exact hour of Mr. Loeffler’s death is unknown. He was dead when Mrs. L.D. Huckabee, his nurse for the past several months, entered his room on the second floor of the building occupied by the Durham Sport shop. His body was warm, and Dr. J.M. Manning, the attending physician, said that he could not have been long dead.

Mr. Loeffler’s death, sudden as it was, came as no surprise. For the past two years infirmities caused by his 95 years, and a failing heart, caused physicians to predict that he had but a few years at best. During this two years of illness, Mr. Loeffler, known personally by a comparatively few citizens, but recognized at sight by thousands of people in the city, has needed almost constant medical attention. Several times he has suffered sudden illness, and on such occasions was taken to the Watts hospital. Each time physicians expected the end, but on previous occasions he fought off the attacks, and insisted upon returning to his downtown room. At times his condition was such that he would feel strong enough to work at his trade and on such occasions Sheriff John F. Harward would carry him large trays filled with watches; many of the watches being relics of bygone days. He would keep his curious and impressive array of watches until again stricken and the sheriff would find it necessary to take custody of the property, for safekeeping purposes.

About two years ago, Mr. Loeffler became too feeble in mind and body to constantly protect his property interests. Being acquainted with the situation, Judge W.H. Young, clerk of the superior court, named the Fidelity bank as his guardian. Since that time I.W. Bingham, trust officer of the bank, provided the deceased with every necessity of life, and employed Mrs. Huckabee to stay with him each day. At night, however, Mr. Loeffler remained alone. It was as he wished. Mr. Bingham has also made numerous efforts to communicate with possible relatives, but to date no one has been found who claims kindship.

Personal Property

The Loeffler estate is made up principally of personal property. Cash money, U.S. treasury bonds, small articles of jewelry, a few small stones and a large number of gold and silver watches. The deceased owned real estate. Some years ago when his health started failing, he talked with friends about buying a home, but illness prevented the investment.

If Mr. Loeffler had kinsmen, they are uncommunicative. So far as anyone knows he never had a visitor from out of town during the 38 or 40 years that he lived in Durham. Several acquaintances of the eccentric watchmaker recall having heard him mention his mother and a sister. He was reticent, however, in talking about his early life, and his most intimate acquaintances recall nothing that might give a clue in seeking out relatives. Some acquaintances say that Mr. Loeffler told them he was without relatives.

The Loeffler estate, it is said, will be settled by the guardian in the same manner as other estates. The personal property, not already in money, will be converted into cash. According to law, the money is to remain the custody of the clerk of the superior court for a period of at least seven years. Afterwards, if no demand has been made by legitimate heirs, the money will be turned over to the use of the University of North Carolina.

Lived in Albany

Acquaintances of the deceased watchmaker do not know when he landed in America. W.G. Frazier, a local jeweler, is confident that he first located in Albany, N.Y. He afterwards went to Panama to work, and came to Durham from Panama. Mr. Loeffler, originally worked with a jewelry store operated by a Mr. Postley. Afterwards he worked for S.M. Snider, and concluded his career as an employe by working for the late M.H. Jones. After leaving employment at Mr. Jones’ store, Mr. Loeffler opened a watch repair shop. He operated his modest business in an eccentric manner. Many people carried repair work to him, and according to local jewelers and watchmakers, he was a good workman.

Apart and Alone

The aged watchmaker lived apart and alone. He usually had sleeping quarters connected with his watch repair shop. Sometimes he ate at the cafes, but usually prepared his meals in his room. B.W. Hobgood, who formerly operated a shoe store in Durham, and rented a small portion of the front of his building to Mr. Loeffler, claims to have been fairly intimate with the watchmaker. Mr. Loeffler often spoke of his mother and a sister. Mr. Hobgood also remembers that the aged man tried to communicate with his relatives several times, but never heard from them. Sheriff John F. Harward, who did a great deal during recent years to help make the aged man comfortable, had some knowledge of his life. Sheriff Harward says that Mr. Loeffler often spoke of a girl in Germany to whom he was engaged, but who for some reason never married the deceased.

Made Two Wills

Alton Hobgood, local attorney, recalls having written two wills for Mr. Loeffler. The first will, Mr. Hobgood says, was recorded. Afterwards Mr. Loeffler desired to change this will, and another one was written. Mr. Hobgood doesn’t know whether the will was recorded or what became of it. So far neither will has been found. Mr. Hobgood says that in the first will the aged man left a sum of money to a Durham girl, whom he had assisted with an education. He also willed $5,000 to his sister, whose name was given as Josephine S. Waldvogel of Guertenbach, Baden, Germany. The will continued a bequest for a woman in Scotland. The Durham girl, the attorney states, was a Miss Brock. Miss Brock married after the first will was written, and in the second will written during the past years Mr. Loeffler either reduced the bequest made to her, or eliminated it entirely. Mr. Hobgood does not recall exact details of bequests in the document.

Purchased Bonds

When the United States entered the world war, Mr. Loeffler took very little apparent interest. He read the papers thoroughly, however, and often expressed the view that Germany would win. Committeemen engaged in selling Liberty bonds called on the watchmaker and asked him to buy. He sent the committeemen to Mr. Hobgood, who in turn called upon the watchmaker. Mr. Hobgood, stated Wednesday night that while the deceased was not enthusiastic about buying the bonds, he took them on his advice. Before the war ended Mr. Loeffler had $5,000 worth of Liberty bonds and $1,000 worth of War Savings stamps. He later converted these into United States bonds. Mr. Loeffler was not a naturalized citizen. He once took out initial papers, but the act was not completed.

Funeral Services

Funeral services for the aged man will be held Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock. The funeral party will leave the Hall-Wynne undertaking establishment at 3:30 o’clock, and the services will be conducted at the grave in Maplewood cemetery. Dr. D.H. Scanlon, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, will be in charge. The pallbearers will be: J.F. Harward, L.G. Cole, C.W. Chesnutt, Fred Roll, M.G. Markham, and S.B. Burch.

From page 6 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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Funeral of S.C. Southerland At Trinity Church, Dec. 18, 1924

The Funeral of S.C. Southerland

The funeral of S.C. Southerland, who died Monday night, was conducted from his home on Ramseur street Wednesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, attended by a large concourse of sympathizing friends. The services were held by Rev. W.W. Peel, pastor of Trinity Methodist church. The esteem in which Mr. Southerland was held by his friends and citizens of Durham were shown in the large number of beautiful floral designs. The interment was in Maplewood cemetery. He is mourned by a large circle of relatives and warm friends.

From page 6 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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Mrs. B.J. Bryan, 84, Has Died, Dec. 18, 1924

Mrs. B.J. Bryan, Battleboro, Dead

Oxford, Dec. 17—Mrs. B.J. Bryan, 84, years old, died at her home in Battleboro Tuesday night after an illness of several months. Mrs. Bryan was the mother of C.W. Bryan, a prominent Oxford citizen who is identified with the firm of Horner Brothers Company.

She was a former resident of Granville County, moving to Battleboro some 30 years ago. She possessed a remarkable personality and even in her ripe old age she was energetic and cheerful.

Surviving are the following sons and daughters: C.W. Bryan of Oxford; H.B. Bryan, Mrs. Mack Braswell, both of Battleboro; Mrs. Columbus Mayo of Tarboro; Mrs. Jack Sherrod and Mrs. Jack Newton, both of Infield. She is also survived by a number of grandchildren, among whom are the following of Oxford: Miss Ruth Bryan, H.B., L.S. and Dr. J.K. Bryan, Mrs. R.R. Herring and Mrs. F.J. Finch.

Funeral services will be held in Battleboro Friday. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Bryan accompanied by Dr. J.K. Bryan, left Tuesday night for Battleboro.

From page 9 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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Mrs. Willerford, 48, Died Dec. 17, 1924

Mrs. A. Willerford Dead

Oxford--Mrs. A. Willerford, 48 years old, of Moriah, died last night at Brantwood hospital. She was formerly Miss Lillie Coleman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Coleman of Moriah. Funeral services will be conducted Friday from Mt. Zion church.

She is survived by her husband, Andrew Willerford, and the following sons and daughters: Ray and Haynes Willerford of New York, Mrs. Daisy Hobgood and Mrs. Lillian Parrott, both of Oxford, and John D. Andrew and Mattie Willerford, who reside with their parents at Moriah.

From page 9 of the Durham Morning Herald, Thursday, Dec. 18, 1924

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Couple Use Vacant House for Immoral Purposes, Dec. 17 1924

Two Couples Appropriate House Vacated by Woman Sentenced to Workhouse. . . Police Broke Up Party Staged by Men and Women on Trinity Ave. . . Trespass Count . . . Couples Are Also Charged with Using Rooms for Immoral Purposes [Sex]

Charged with appropriating the home of Bell Roscoe, a woman who was recently sentenced to serve a term at the county home, without Bell’s knowledge or consent, and with using rooms in the house for immoral purposes, two men and two women were arrested Tuesday night by the police. The women are Lula King and Grace O’Daniel, and the men are Sam Lougee and Robert Spain. Officers Spivey, Allison and Pendergrast made the arrests.

According to the police, the quartet of prisoners took possession of the Roscie(?) woman’s house immediately after she was sentenced to serve a term in the workhouse. They probably would not have been detected, but for a furniture man who went to he house which was located on West Trinity avenue, to collect for furniture. He reported his findings to the police. So far as police have been able to determine, the men and women were using the house without the knowledge or consent of Bell Roscie or without the knowledge or consent of the property owner. As a result the warrants charging use of the rooms for immoral purposes and also warrants charging trespass were issued against the quartet of prisoners. The case is set for trial Wednesday morning.

From page 3 of the Durham Morning Herald, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 1924. It was either the “Roscoe” home or the “Roscie” home.

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Henry Goss Arrested for Intimidating a Witness, Dec. 17, 1924

Goss Is In Trouble. . . Arrested on Charge of Intimidating a Witness—Will Also Face Recorder Wednesday on Whiskey Charge

Henry Goss, who is due to be tried Wednesday morning before Judge P.C. Graham on a charge of illegal possession of whiskey, got into some more trouble Tuesday. He was arrested on a charge of intimidating a state’s witness.

According to the officers, Goss made several attempts to get a negro witness to leave Durham. It is charged that he made overtures to the negro, but without success. This case, along with the whiskey case, will be before the recorder Wednesday morning.

From page 3 of the Durham Morning Herald, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 1924.

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Hiram Eason Guilty of Concealed Weapon After He Shoots McPherson, Dec. 17, 1924

Eason Gets Off With $50 Fine. . . Shot in Self Defense After Being Attacked by McPherson and Held Only for Concealed Weapon

Let off with a fine of $50 and costs for carrying a concealed weapon, Hiram Eason, Providence township farmers who had been charged with assault with deadly weapon with intent to kill, evidently failed to appreciate how lucky he was.

“I don’t feel like I have had any more chance than a dog,” Eason told one of his lawyers after he got outside the courtroom.

Eason later stated to a reporter that Mr. McPherson was shot with his own gun.

“McPherson struck at me twice,” Mr. Eason said, “and I struck at him the second time I knocked the pistol from his hand. Then McPherson took out his knife and started at me, and when he did I shot him with the pistol and threw it in the road.

Eason must have been sore because he was not put on the stand to tell his side of the affair. Bly taking the stand he might have got the prosecuting witness, O.A. McPherson, in some trouble, but also might have further incriminated himself. Certainly he could not have got by with a lesser charge than carrying a concealed weapon, and the fine imposed by the court was the minimum for this offense.

McPherson on the stand corroborated in most of the essential details the version of the shooting current on the bowery since last August. He testified that on August 26 he was returning with Marshall Jennings from a trip to look over some timber belonging to D.E. Williams and that as they came abreast of a lane leading to a certain negro’s house he saw a man in the distance whom he hailed. When the man stopped, McPherson said, he saw it was Eason, and, getting out of the automobile in which he and Jennings were riding, he bore down on Eason, saying, in effect:

“We might as well settle our little difficulty right now.”

McPherson testified that he then struck Eason with such a blow that his arm was sore for a longer period than his check was from the wound that he received from Eason’s gun, and that Eason then pulled a pistol out of his pocket, fired, and ran. McPherson then came to town with Jennings and had the wound that he had received in the cheek when Eason fired dressed.

McPherson’s failure to swear out a warrant against Eason was explained when the defense drew from him the admission that he himself had carried a gun at the time when he attacked Eason. Inasmuch as the only evidence against McPherson came from himself, however, and that when he had been put on the stand by the State, Prosecutor LeRoy did not press the charge against him.

From the front page of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Dec. 17, 1924

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Masons Honor J.C. Bembury for 25 Years of Service, Dec. 17, 1924

Masons Honor J.C. Bembury. . . Faithful in Discharge of Office for Quarter Century Receives Fitting Recognition of Services

The Eureka Lodge A.F. & A.M. held an inspirational meeting at the Masonic Temple Monday night at which time special honors were given to Charles Bembury. The address conferring these honors was delivered by C.R. Pugh in which he called particular attention to the faithful discharge of the duties of the office of tiler for the Masonic bodies, which office he has held, seldom missing a meeting, for the last 25 years. Mr. Bembury, to whom this was a complete surprise, was so thoroughly overcome by emotion that he was unable to respond. Charles Griggs introduced the new Masonic band which made its debut on this occasion, Rev. G.F. Hill, Christ Church, delivered an address most appropriately on the subject, “Inspiration Derived from Masonry.” This address was followed by Rev. F.H. Scattergood, Cann Memorial Church, who spoke upon the subject of “Putting In and Taking Out.” “The greatest good derived from any institution is only made possible by putting oneself into it,’ sounded the keynote of this address. Dr. John Griggs spoke very effectively on the Masonic Home at Oxford. Following this there was a general reception to Mr. Bembury. An offering was received of considerable sum for the benefit of the Oxfrod Orphanage. The ladies of the Eastern Star prepared and served a delicious oyster supper.

Mr. Walter Wood delivered his famous address on “Innocents Abroad” with apologies to Mark Twain, in which he described his trip through Spain. This address was a very welcome innovation and was thoroughly appreciated by all. At a late hour the meeting adjourned.

From the front page of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Dec. 17, 1924

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John Johnson, Ruth Cooke Wed at Bride's Parents' Home, Dec. 17, 1924

Johnson-Cooke

A wedding of interest throughout North Carolina and Virginia was solemnized at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Cooke, on Selden street Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock when their daughter, Miss Ruth ??ster Cooke, became the bride of Mr. John Riley Johnson of Norfolk.

The house was beautifully decorated with palms, ferns and cathedral candles.

The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore a going-away costume of taupe charmeen with accessories to match and carried a shower bouquet of bride’s roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Katherine Cooke, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. She wore an afternoon dress of blue canton crepe and carried an arm bouquet of Columbia roses. The bridegroom had as best man Mr. Grady Miller of Norfolk.

The wedding march was played by Miss Emerald Sykes, accompanied by Miss Ethel Jones with the violin. Just before ethe ceremony Miss Annie Miller Seeley sweetly sang, “When I’m With You.” During the ceremony Miss Syles softly played Salut D’Amour. Rev. S.H. Templeman, past of the bride, performed the ceremony.

After a wedding trip to northern cities Mr. and Mrs. Johnson will be at home in the Haddon Hall Apartments, Colonial Avenue, Norfolk.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Sunday School Class Celebrates Mr. Venters' Birthday, Dec. 17, 1924

Teacher Has Birthday

Mr. and Mrs. R.T. Venters entertained the C.M.B. Class of Blackwell Memorial Sunday school Monday evening in the church parlors. It happened to be the birthday anniversary of Mr. Venters, who is the teacher of the class. After business discussion a basket was presented to him, which, carrying out the Sunday School’s idea of a “White Christmas,” was filled not with gifts for Mr. Venters but for a little child at the Children’s Home which had been adopted by the class. Mr. Venters was very appreciative of the gifts being so happily turned over to one who needed it more than he, but later on it developed that the class had a gift for him, too, so he had to make another speech of appreciation. The meeting was much enjoyed, about 35 members being present. A delicious ice course was served.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Mrs. Perry President of Euzelian Class, Dec. 17, 1924

Euzelian Class Meets

The Euzelian class of Blackwell Memorial Sunday School met Tuesday evening at the church parlors, the hostesses being Mrs. C.E. Ward, Mrs. C.E. Overman, Mrs. W.T. Harrison, and Mrs. Will Palmer. Filling Christmas baskets formed the topic for discussion. Officers were elected as follows: Mrs. J.J. Perry, president; Mrs. Harry Sedgwick, first vice president; Mrs. George Cox, second vice president; Mrs. Sam Hughes, third vice president; Mrs. F.M. Quenstedt, secretary; Mrs. C.B. Toxey, treasurer; and Mrs. C.W. Ward, reporter.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Moody Bauer Celebrates 5th Birthday, Dec. 17, 1924

In Honor Fifth Birthday

A delightful birthday party was given Moody Bauer at his home, 520 North Road street, Friday afternoon, in honor of his fifth birthday. The color scheme of red and green was effectively carried out in the directions of crepe paper, balloons and candles. The birthday cake was white with red candles. Ice cream and cake were served, and red and green balloons and lollypops were given as favors.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Ladies' Aid Society Elects Mrs. Frank Weeks President, Dec. 17, 1924

Ladies’ Aid Elects Officers

The Ladies’ Aid Society of Blackwell Memorial Church met Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 in the church parlors. The following officers were elected for the coming year: President, Mrs. Frank Weeks; vice president, Mrs. C.D. Gallop; treasurer, Miss Martha Bell; and secretary, Mrs. C.E. Overman.

At the close of the business meeting delicious refreshments were served by the hostesses, Mrs. J.H. Wilkins, Mrs. Darius White, Mrs. C.B. Toxey, and Mrs. J.M. Weeks.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Elizabeth City Personals, Dec. 17, 1924

Personals

Mrs. Pross Sawyer of Durants Neck passed through the city Monday en route to Philadelphia to visit her brother, Jimmy Gregory.

Mrs. W.T. Phipps, who has been ill at her home on Ehringhaus street for the past two weeks, is improving.

Mrs. J.L. Tucker of Hertford was in the city Monday visiting relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Sawin and children, Mardell, Irving, and Walter, motored to Hertford Sunday.

Will Stanton and Thom Herrell spent Sunday with friends at Norfolk.

Mrs. O.E. McPherson is visiting relatives at South Mills.

Miss Ina Mae LeRoy, member of the school faculty at Gastonia, is here to spend the Christmas holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. LeRoy.

Mrs. Raymond Davis left Tuesday for Rocky Mount to spend a few days with her sister Mrs. Charles Houghton.

W.C. Holden of Wendell is visiting Mrs. D.M. Jones, 215 West Main street.

Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Brock returned Monday from New York, where they have been for several days.

F.H. Whaley of Camden was in the city on business Tuesday.

Dr. R.B. Davis, Germantown Hospital, Philadelphia, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Morris at their home, Westmoreland, Weeksville.

Miss Lou Williams, City Route, was in the city Tuesday.

Mrs. Claude Perry continues seriously ill at her home on Pennsylvania avenue.

Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Barnette have returned from Rocky Mount where they were called to the bedside of their daughter, Mrs. Charles Boughton, who recently underwent an operation for appendicitis.

Clarence Midgett of Manns Harbor spent the weekend in the city.

E.T. Jones has returned from a business trip to Northern cities.

Mrs. Rastus Wescott of Manteo spent Saturday in the city shopping.

From page 3 of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1924

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Mrs. Emily Sharber Has Died, Dec. 17, 1924

Mrs. Emily Sharber Dead

Miss Emily Sharber died Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at the home of her sister, Mrs. Margaret Harrell, 202 Ehringhaus street. Miss Sharber was 81 years old and had suffered several strokes of paralysis during the past few months, the last of which was on Friday. She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Margaret Harrell, with whom she made her home. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

From the front page of The Elizabeth City Daily Advance, Dec. 17, 1924

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Jasper Ayers Arrested for Pouring Drink Down 10-Year-Old's Throat, Threatening to Kill Child for Cigarette, Dec. 16, 1924

Boy’s Life Is Threatened by Beaufort Man. . . Forces Boy to Drink and Then Demands a Cigarette or Life

Jasper Ayers, a young white man from Beaufort county, forced the old theory of give and receive last Sunday when he met up with a young boy on a road in the Smithwick’s creek section.

The 10-year-old son of Mr. Chas. M. Peel was walking a road in that section when he was overtaken by Ayers who was riding a bicycle. Ayers dismounted and invited the boy to take a drink, which the youngster refused to do. Upon refusal to drink made by the boy, Ayers caught him and forced it down his throat. Then Ayers demanded a cigarette from the Peel boy, who told him he had no cigarettes. He was then told by Ayers if he did not give him a cigarette he would kill him, making known that he had a pistol in his pocket.

The little boy, resorting to the best method of escaping death, told his assailant that he would given him some money to buy him cigarettes with if he would not kill him. The suggestion must have been accepted by Ayers, for when the boy produced his pocket book, containing a small amount of change, Ayers seized it and road away.

Several neighbors soon heard of the affair and set out to find Ayers. They overtook him, placed him under arrest, and turned him over to deputy sheriff Luther Peel, who placed him in jail here.

Ayers claims he was just playing and also that he is not strong minded. As to these claims, we do not know whether there is any truth in it or not. Pouring liquor down the throats of small boys by force and then robbing them of their money is not to be tolerated.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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State's Increase in Crime "Astonishing," Dec. 16, 1924

Increase in Crime in State Astonishing. . . Total of 4,322 Indictments Returned Past Year as Against 2,753 Year Previous

Raleigh, Dec. 13—Turlington law violators as reflected in Attorney-General Manning’s biennial report show astonishing increases for 1923-24 over the previous 4,322 indictments having been made under this act as against 2,753 for the year previous.

Crimes have increased generally though the homicidal offenses have been of lesser degree while multiplying. Convictions for murder in the first degree were five for the last year’s period as against 14 for the year before, but in the same period second degree offenses jumped from 191 to 232. Onslow led in first degree killings, having four, Columbus and Edgecombe had two each. Granville, Haywood, Lenoir, Buncombe, Rowan and Wilson, one each. Edgecombe, Hoke, Perquimans, Vance and Mecklenburg furnished the five first-degree slaughters listed in the attorney-general’s report.

The whole number of criminal actions for the last year was 14,321 and for the year before 11,813. First degree murder, criminal assault, perjury, disturbing religious worship, official misconduct and violation of election laws have decreased.

Wake, the hub of the state, center of schools, law and accessories, leads in prohibition violations. The capital county had 242 for last year, against 191. Currituck had no violations for two years. Camden, Dare, Hyde and Stanly had one each.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Martin County Peanut Crop Down 35% This Year, Dec. 16, 1924

75% of Peanut Crop Already Marketed and Shipped

Nearly 75 per cent of the peanut crop of Martin County has already been marketed and shipped, and large shipments are being made daily.

Buyers say that the crop has been short in weight, probably around 35 per cent off, and the lack of weight, coupled with the small yield, has made the peanut crop in this section very poor.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Williamston Schools Close Friday for Christmas, Dec. 16, 1924

Schools Close Friday for the Holidays

The local schools will close Friday for the Christmas holidays and will not reopen until Monday the 5h of January. This will give the students a much needed rest of two weeks and bring them back on the 5th of a new year all prepared to meet the hard assignments that are sure to come before another holiday rolls around.

While the local school closes Friday for a two-weeks vacation, there are others that will close only for a week.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Double Wedding at Baptist Parsonage Sunday, Dec. 16, 1924

Double Wedding Sunday Afternoon

Cupid was busy around 6 o’clock Sunday afternoon in our city. The Register of Deeds, Sam Getsinger, issued licenses for Mr. Robert Stalls and Miss Lillian Gurganus and Miss Fannie Bland and Mr. W.H. Roberson, all parties being residents of the Cross Roads and Robersonville sections.

The contracting parties then went to the Baptist parsonage where at 6 o’clock they were married by Rev. R.L. Shirley.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Miss Sophornia Topping Engaged to Mr. Julius Purvis, Dec. 16, 1924

Engagement Announced

Belhaven, N.C., Dec. 15—Miss Etta Sawyer entertained the Las Mariposas Club Tuesday evening in ;compliment to one of the seaon’s most popular and attractive bride-elects, Miss Sophornia Topping. The rooms were attractively decorated with Christmas evergreens. With the delicious ice course served by the hostess, the guests were presented with small satin bags of rice, bearing this inscription:

T-P

December 26, 1924

Thus announcing Miss Topping’s approaching marriage to Mr. Julius Purvis of Williamston, N.C. After the refreshments, the bride to be was presented with the end of a satin ribbon and told to pull. Doing as she was bid, she soon found herself showered with many useful cooking utensils, which were gifts of the club members.

Excluding the guest of honor, those present were Misses Rachel Bishop, Mildred Johnson, Estelle Crawford, Julia Rowe, Ruth Campbell, Mabel and Katie Topping, Alameta Sawyer, Mary King Ellison and Elizabeth Wilkerson.

The above announcement will prove to be very interesting to the many friends of the contracting parties, Mr. Purvis having lived near and in Williamston for the past several years. Miss Topping was a popular member of the Everetts school faculty in 1923-24 and has many friends in that section of the county.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Godards and Andersons Entertain, Dec. 16, 1924

Entertain Friday Evening

Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Godard and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Anderson entertained at the Godard home in New Town last Friday evening from 8:30 to 12. The home was effectively decorated with holly, pines and haw berries, the Christmas idea being carried out in the decorations.

Upon the arrival of the guests, punch was served from one side of the dining hall and later in the evening delicious refreshments of chicken salad and pimento sandwiches, cheese, Saratoga chips, pickles, and celery were served from the dining table.

Dancing and cards were enjoyed during the evening.

Those invited were Mr. and Mrs. K.B. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Godwin, Mr. and Mrs. J.S Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Saunders, Mr. and Mrs. John Manning, Mr. and Mrs. A.R. Dunning, Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Peel, Dr. and Mrs. P.B. Cone, Mr. and Mrs. S. Rome Biggs, Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Brown, Mrs. Carrie B. Williams, Mrs. Delha Carson, Miss Annie Crawford and Messrs. J.L. Hassell, J.A. Peel, W.F. Thomas, W.V. Pool and R.T. Warren, Harry Biggs and Bill Ricks.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Social News Briefs, Dec. 16, 1924

Miss Katherine White of Jamesville was a visitor in town Friday evening.

Messrs. John A. Philpott, Boyd Hight, Bruce Wynne, Hugh B. Anderson and A. Hassell Jr. spent Sunday in Windsor.

Mr. W.S. Rhodes of Hamilton was a visitor here yesterday.

Miss Bonner Gurganus will arrive tonight from North Carolina college, Greensboro, to spend the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Gurganus.

Mr. Stanley Sessoms will spend Friday in Wilson.

Mr. Robert Taylor spent yesterday in Everetts attending to business.

Messrs. Charles Molley and Joe Everett spent Monday in Robersonville attending to business.

Mr. and Mrs. F.F. Fagan and little daughter of Rocky Mount visited Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Biggs Sunday.

Mr. J.T. McClaron of Everetts was in town yesterday.

Miss Emma Bell Harris will arrive Friday from N.C. college to spend the Christmas holidays with her grandmother, Mrs. Jennie Yarrell.

Messrs. Bill Long and Julius Purvis spent Sunday in Belhaven.

Mayor Hassell and Messrs. Harold Everett and W.V. Pool visited friends in Aprahoe Sunday.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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John Gurganus Died of Bright's Disease, Dec. 16, 1924

John E. Gurganus Died Saturday

Mr. John Ed Gurganus died at his home near Bear Grass last Saturday after an illness lasing most three years.

Mr. Gurganus was able to be up and about most of the time during his illness, but it was seen long before the end came that brights disease had (last words in sentence obscured).

Mr. Gurganus was 51 years old in July, the son of Daniel and Martha Gurganus. He married Miss Mollie Roberson who with his mother and brother survives him.

The funeral was held by Elders B.S. Cowing and John N. Rogers on last Sunday afternoon. Interment was made in the family cemetery.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Miss Margaret Hardison, 81, Has Died, Dec. 16, 1924

Miss Margaret A. Hardison Dead

Miss Margaret A. Hardison of Griffin’s township died last Sunday afternoon from an attack of pneumonia with which she was taken only three days before her death.

Miss Hardison was 81 years old, the daughter of the late David Hardison and wife, Alpha Hardison. She leaves one brother, Mr. W.A. Hardison, and a large number of nephews and nieces.

She was buried at the Hardison Mill Cemetery yesterday afternoon.

From the front page of The Enterprise, Williamston, N.C., Dec. 16, 1924

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Newlywed Denies Bigamy Charge Until Prosecutor Shows Husband's Marriage Records, Dec. 15, 1924

Silver and Girl Held in Jail at Charlotte

Charlotte, Dec. 12—W.L. Silver and Pansy Thacker, principals in a jail romance here in the summer, were sent to jail today to await trial in Superior court on a charge of bigamy. Probable cause was found against both in city court and bond was fixed at $1,000 each, which was not furnished.

Silver and Miss Thacker gained publicity in August when they were married in the county jail after a courtship conducted by Silver, posing as a Christian worker, while the girl was serving a year’s sentence for a statutory offense.

When the girl married, her sentence was remanded and she and Silver left for Richmond, Va., where a few weeks ago Pansy had Silver arrested on a charge of abandonment. At that time it developed that Silver had another living wife.

The girl was arrested at Belmont last week on a charge of bigamy and Silver was brought here from Richmond. In city court this morning he admitted the charge. Miss Thacker denied the charge until the prosecutor produced marriage (records??).

From page 3 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Dec. 15, 1924

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Cow Pins Grandma in Garden Until Grandson Fights Cow Off, Dec. 15, 1924

Young Boy Saves Grandmother’s Life. . . Cow Stamps Mrs. J.L. Stuart for 30 Minutes Before Help Arrives

Raleigh News and Observer

Mrs. J.L. Stuart is seriously ill at her home, three miles south of Raleigh, from the effect of injuries received Thursday when she attempted to drive a car from her garden. As she approached, the cow turned on her and threw her to the ground. For nearly a half hour the cow held her down with her feet in her stomach. Mrs. Stuart’s grandson, John Grady Bennett, who is only 12 years old, heard the cries of his grandmother and fought the cow off with his bare fits.

Mrs. Stuart was very badly bruised but the doctors think that unless there are complications, she will recover.

Fifteen years ago, Mrs. Stuart had a very narrow escape from being bitten by a mad dog. The dog attacked her as she was leaving the house, and she fought him off until help reached her.

From page 4 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Dec. 15, 1924

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W.M. Kennerly Fatally Injured When Car Flips, Dec. 15, 1924

Fatally Injured in Accident

By the Associated Press

Salisbury, Dec. 15—W.M. Kennerly, about 35 years old, who operated an automobile service station in Franklin, near here, died in a hospital near here last night of injuries received when an automobile in which he and another man were riding, overturned at a sharp turn in the road. Kennerly’s companion was driving the car, but escaped with slight injuries. The dead man was not married, and is survived by his parents and one brother.

From the front page of The Concord Daily Tribune, Dec. 15, 1924

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Ashamed of Her Poverty, Isabel Montgomery Commits Suicide, Dec. 15, 1924

Mrs. Isabel Montgomery of High Point Dead. . . Body Found in Offices of the Knights of the Mystic Circle, Inc., of Charlotte

By the Associated Press

Charlotte, Dec. 15—Mrs. Isabel Montgomery, said to have been a resident of High Point, was found dead seated at a table in the offices of the Knights of the Mystic Circle, Inc., here today. Her face was lying in a cloth saturated with a sleep producing drug. Police said she had committed suicide.

Indications were, the police said, that the woman had been dead more than 36 hours. The body was discovered shortly after 9 o’clock this morning by F.H. Robinson, owner of the building, I which the office is located, ad C. Lyman, general knight and organizer for the society. She had apparently entered the office Saturday afternoon after it has been closed for the week-end.

Mrs. B.J. Swinson with whom she roomed here, said today that she believed that Mrs. Montgomery killed herself because she did not want to let her poverty be known, and would not accept assistance.

From the front page of The Concord Daily Tribune, Dec. 15, 1924

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Weaver College Beats Mars Hill College, Thanksgiving Day, 1924

Photo of the Weaver College “Blue Giants” on the front page of the newspaper. From left to right, back row, standing: Coach Arbogast, Hinson, Warlick, N. Jones, Widenhouse, Sorrell, O. Jones, Goebel, Willis, Williamson. Front row, sitting: Evans, Presson, Croy, Lemmon, Carpenter, Brummitt (Captain), Boger, Jervis, Hampton, Clemens, Kuykendoll.

Blue Giants Trample on Ancient Enemies

On Thanksgiving day a crowd of 2,000 people saw the Weaver College “Blue Giants” triumph over their Baptist rivals from Mars Hill College. The margin of victory was a field goal from the toe of Kuykendall and a touchdown by Okle Jones. Mars Hill failed to score.

Weaver received on the north end of the field and marched down toward the Mars Hill goal line for 50 yards, using straight line bucks. Mars Hill strengthened here and Kuykendall when back and dropkicked a beautiful field goal.

Weaver received again and carried the ball steadily down the field but lost the ball on downs on Mars Hill’s 30-yard line. The rest of the half was a punting duel, neither team gaining an advantage.

Mars Hill lost here best chance to score at the beginning of the last half. Kuykendall fumbled the opening kick-off and Cook recovered on Weaver’s seven-yard line. The Baptists started an offensive drive on the “Blue Giant” line which was repulsed with several yards loss. Sams then attempted a drop-kick which went wild and it was Weaver’s ball on her 20-yard line.

Weaver could not gain and Brummitt punted out of bounds on the 50-yard line. Mars Hill punted back and for the rest of the quarter and most of the last one, the two teams resorted to a kicking game. With about five minutes to play and the ball in Weaver’s possession on her own 20-yard line Lemond made a beautiful kick that went for 70 yards. Mars Hill recovered on her 10-yard line. After two running plays had failed Reece kicked and the ball when out of bounds on the Baptist 30-yard line. Here Coach Arbogast substituted O. Jones for Clemens and this big fellow ripped the Mars Hill line open until he had crossed the goal line. Kuykendall kicked goal and the scoring was over for the day. The game ended with the ball in possession on Mars Hill’s 10-yard line.

Weaver gained three times as much ground as Mars Hill and was exceptionally strong on off tackle plays and short end runs. Mars Hill passed her offense on the forward pass. She completed several for long gains but was not able to do this consistently. Lemond intercepted one Baptist pass and would have run for a touchdown had he not stepped out of bounds.

Horace Clemens with his knee in a brace was the offensive star of the game making many long runs despite his leg. Kuykendall, Lemond, Brummitt and Hampton also starred for the “Blue Giants.”

Reece Stroupe and Perry played the best game for Coach Roberts’ team.

From the front page of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Stats for Weaver College "Blue Giant" Football Team, Dec. 15, 1924

Statistics of “Blue Giant” Team

Coach: Bernard H. Arbogast, former star athlete at Washington and Lee University.

Manager: E.R. Pression, ‘16

Captain: Fred Brummitt

Players

Bonner Boger, 21, 212 pounds, left tackle

Fred Brummitt, 23, 187 pounds, center and fullback

Ray Carpenter, 19, 175 pounds, rear guard

Sidney Croy, 20, 185 pounds, left guard

Horace Clemens, 21, 170 pounds, halfback

Richard Eavens, 19, 139 pounds, backfield

Everette Cocbol, 19, 139 pounds, backfield

Marshall Hampton, 20,157 pounds, right end

Fleet Hinson, 21, 156 pounds, end

*Okle Jones, 23, 195 pounds, fullback

*Nathan Jones, 20, 150 pounds, line

Theodore Jervis, 21, 172 pounds, right tackle

*Cornelius Kuykendall, 20, 145 pounds, quarterback

Sam Lemond, 19, 175 pounds, halfback

Emory Lyda, 19, 170, center and halfback

Steve Presson, 20, 140 pounds, halfback

Carroll Sorell,18, 152 pounds, line

Leon Warlick, 19, 138 pounds, end

D.B. Williamson, 18, 158, line

Marvin Widenhouse, 18, 148 pounds, line

*Not expected back for 1925.

From page 2 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Dr. Briley Resigns as Head of Economics Department, Dec. 15, 1924

Dr. Beulah Briley Resigns as Economics Department Head

Weaver College was very fortunate in securing Dr. Beulah M. Briley as a member of the faculty for the school year beginning September 3, 1924. Dr. Briley is a Ph.D. graduate of the University of Iowa and is an experienced and competent teacher. She came to her new position with a genuine interest in the welfare of the college. The vigor and intelligence with which she tackled her work at once gave confidence to the faculty and student body that the right person had been secured as instructor of Economics.

Dr. Briley is rather reserved, but to know her is to love her. I tis with deep regret that her resignation has been accepted. On account of the condition of her health and also that of her mother, she will not be able to return to Weaver after Christmas, but she will spend the coming months with her people. I tis the sincere wish of every one at Weaver that Dr. Briley and her mother will soon be restored to health.

There will be some changes in the work after Christmas. Mrs. Carden, the wife of Prof. Carden and a very energetic and capable woman, will relieve Prof Powell of some of his work and will take over high school English that Dr. Briley had. Prof. Powell will resume his place held last year as head of the Department of History and Economics.

From page 3 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Louise Medley, Editor in Chief of The Weaver Pep, Dec. 15, 1924

The Weaver Pep, published monthly by the students of Weaver College

Staff

Louise Medley—Editor-in-Chief

Leon Warlick—Athletic Editor

Prof. W.E. Powelll—Faculty Advisor

Associate Editors—Hoyle Broome, Elizabeth Bell, Howard Wells

Reporters from Literary Societies

Otho Jones—Cliosophic

John Mayo—Delphian

Callie Lee—Mnenosynean

Adeline Kirkpatrick—Euterpean

Ray Carpenter—Business Manager

William Hart—Assistant Business Manager

From page 4 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924. Weaver College, a co-educational school in Buncombe County, was begun in 1873 and merged with Brevard College in 1934. It began as a 4-year college but the program was reduced to two years in 1911.

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Weaver College Supports Compulsory Classes, Dec. 15, 1924

There is a movement in some of the larger institutions of the country to abolish compulsory class attendance. This question was discussed in the literary societies at Carolina recently and it was unanimously greed that whatever good arguments there might be in favor of it, these were more than offset by the fact that few Freshmen and Sophomores are capable of being their own judge regarding class attendance. Since Weaver does not go any further than the completion of the Sophomore year in a standard four-year A grade college, this question is not likely to be an issue here. Certainly it is not wise to foster the growth of a bunch of loafers!

From page 4 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Weaver College to Put on 'Peg o' My Heart,' Dec. 15, 1924

The Euterpian and Cliosophic Societies

The Euterpian and Cliosophic Literary Societies are making splendid progress in their literary activities. Good programs have been rendered by each society during the last quarter. One of the main features of the societies, now, is the play “Peg O’ My Heart” by J. Hartley Manners, which is to be given some time in the near future.

This play is being directed by Miss Golestone, under whose splendid dramatic ability we are sure it will be a great success “Peg O’ My Heart” is known throughout the Untied States and in other countries as well, and is considered as one of the best plays of its kind, of the day.

The cast of characters are as follows:

Peg—Adeline Kirkpatrick

Jerry, the lover—Hoyle Broome

Mrs. Chichester—Maude Burrus

Alario, the son—William Weaver

Ethel, the daughter—Ruth Manchester

Hawkes, the solicitor—William Hart

Jarvis, the butler—Sidney Croy

Brent, Ethel’s lover—Richard Evans

The societies have elected their sponsors for the Annual. Miss Lillian King was elected sponsor of the Cliosophic Society,and Miss Geneva Neil was elected sponsor of the Euterpian Society.

The Euterpian Society has elected the following officers for the second quarter: President, [was left blank], Vice President, Florence Johnson; Secretary, Walaspa Blythe; Treasurer, Grace Moore; Critic, Elizabeth Bell; Chaplin, Naomi Guthrie; Chairman of Ways and Means Committee, Lillian King.

From page 5 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Sarah Ross President of Mnemisynean Society, Dec. 15, 1924

Mnemosynean Literary Society

Three rousing cheers for the Mnemosynean Literary Society! We met on November 21 to elect new officers for the incoming quarter and the following officers were elected:

President, Sarah Ross.

Vice-Pres., Zell Rummage.

Secretary, Grace Allen.

Treasurer, Edna Orr.

Chaplain, Mary Ellen Powell.

Chairman of Ways and means Committee, Mary Helen Howard.

Reporter to “Pep,” Edna Orr.

A number of things have hindered us from accomplishing the many things we had hoped for, but despite this fact, we have rendered several very interesting programs. On the evening of November the seventh, we enjoyed a very entertaining, as well as instructive debate between Miss Smith and Mr. Carden, the query being: “Resolved, That Tennyson is a greater poet that Browning.” It was indeed interesting to hear Mr. Carden expostulate on the density of Browning and then in his entertaining way, he brought out the beauty of the style of Tennyson. He Quoted many beautiful passages from Tennyson, but the one that impressed us most was the following: “Or ham and eggs, thou are great when fried,

With two eggs reposing by thy side.

Oh, ham and eggs, O, eggs and ham,

Thou art the finest food that am.”

His speech was spiced with many anecdotes He said that in a small town a cultured lady went into the store and asked, “Have you any Browning?”

The salesman very innocently answed, “No’m, lady, I’m awful sorry; we’ve got plenty of blacking and whiting, but ain’t got no browning.”

Then it was that Miss Smith rose to her feet and, with her easy flow of speech, told of the unparalleled works of Browning. “And Tennyson,” she said, “is only read by people who do not want to think, usually by the giddy young people who are desperately in love.” Miss Smith advocated that if the boys were in need of some pretty little verse to express their sentiments to their “charming Betsy,” just go to Tennison. She talked as though Tennyson were full of charming little verses like unto,

“Roses are red; violets are blue;

Sugar is sweet, and so are you.”

We were enlightened upon many things that evening and, although the decision was made in favor of the negative, we of the Mnemosyean Literary Society declared that we dearly loved Tennyson and his style, but we resolved to like Browning when we are more mature just for Miss Smith’s sake.

From page 7 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Nathan Jones President of The Norton Club, Dec. 15, 1924

The Norton Club

All the members of the student body who were at this institution during the administration of Prof. A.M. Norton were called together and organized into what was agreed upon to be called the “Norton Club.” There were about 15 students eligible for membership in this exclusive club, and out of that group the following officers were elected:

Nathan Jones—President.

Janie Lance—Vice-President.

Maude Burrus—Secretary.

Paul Butt—Treasurer.

John Maye—“Pep” Reporter.

After much deliberation the club decided on the motto: “I know that I know” because it seemed in some way to be connected very closely with this organization, and this is one exclusively. The object in starting this club was to keep warm the kind thoughts and remembrances of which we all have for Prof. Norton and his family, and to unite the few remaining students of three or more years ago.

The picture of the club, including several honorary members, is to be inserted in the Annual, and all indications seem to be that this will be one of the livest and most active organizations on the campus.

From page 7 of The Weaver Pep, Weaverville, N.C., December 15, 1924

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Special Judge for Lt. Gov. Cooper and His Son and Brother, Facing Charges in Failure of Wilmington Bank, Dec. 14, 1924

Special Term for Coopers. . . Judge Luse to Hold Term in February

By the Associated Press

Raleigh, Dec. 12—A special criminal term of federal court will be held at Wilmington the second week in February to try cases arising out of the failure of the Commercial National Bank of Wilmington, according to tentative arrangements announced here tonight by District Attorney Irvin D. Tucker. Lieutenant Governor W.B. Cooper, his son, Horace C. Cooper, his brother, Thomas E. Cooper, and Clyde Lassiter are under indictment in connection with the bank’s failure. United States Judge Claude Z. Luse of Wisconsin will preside over the special term, according to Mr. Tucker, if the plans as now arranged are carried through.

A resident judge for the eastern district of North Carolina probably will be appointed by President Coolidge before the convening of the special term of court, it was stated, but he will have his hands full with a congested civil docket and it is believed the arrangement to bring Judge Luse to the state for the trial will be carried through.

From the front page of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Police Chief Doby Warns It's Too Early for Christmas Fireworks, Dec. 14, 1924

Chief Doby Calls Halt on Fireworks

The police department was called upon several times Saturday night to quell pre-holiday celebrations. Most of the disturbances created, it is said, were due to fireworks and the shooting of blank cartridges.

Police Chief W.F. Doby is calling attention to the fact that there is a city ordinance prohibiting the shooting of fireworks in the city limits. The police have been instructed to see to it that the ordinance is enforced.

From page 2 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Officers Catch Gamblers and a Drunk with a Pistol and Whiskey, Dec. 13, 1924

Two Officers Raid Negro “Skin” Game

Sergeant B.W. Sharpe and Constable A.M. Maddry made a customary round through the Hayti section Saturday night, and returned to police headquarters with warrants for John Whitley, Frank Brown, Dan Slade and James Outen, charging them with gambling. The officers also located Rudy Mebane, a negro well known in police circles. He was drunk, carried a .38 calibre pistol and a small amount of whiskey in a 12-ounce bottle. Three charges went down against the negro on the police blotter.

From page 8 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Local Junior Order Has Buried 11 Members So Far This Year, Dec. 14, 1924

11 Members Buried This Year. . . Local Council of Junior Order Has Had One Death a Month

Seldom in the history of an order or organization is it called upon to bury a member a month for a long period of time. Death for the most part comes but a few times during a year’s time. Tar Heel council no. 2, J.O.U.A.M, has had the sad mission of burying 11 of its faithful members in as many months, from January through November. Thus far no deaths have occurred this month.

Several hundred dollars were paid out by the council during the year in funeral benefits, in addition to the regular benefits from the national organization, this year being by far the worst year the council has experienced through the loss of members by death.

Those who died during the year thus far were: W.W. Shaw, J.E. Cole, D.E. Tilley, C.L. Aiken, J.L. Bennett, W.H. Wilkins, W.D. Rider, W.H. Honeycutt, Robert Matthews, W.H. Williams, and J.E. Curry.

From page 2 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Bane Children Entertained Friends on Their Birthday, Dec. 7, 1924

Lovely Entertainment Was Given for Friends

Miss Jeannette Bane and Master Archibald Bane entertained a number of their friends on December 7th at a joint birthday party. After a number of interesting games were enjoyed by the young people, they were invited into the dining room where delicious refreshments were served. The dining table was very lovely with a centerpiece of chrysanthemums and a very attractive cover. A color scheme of pink and white prevailed.

Those enjoying the hospitality of Miss Bane and Master Bane were Helen Gordon, ruth Jaffee, Lillian Jaffee, Helen Fleisher, Elizabeth Silver, Florence Ablekop, Sara Ablekop, Elise Ablehop, Rosalie Dave, Irving Fleisher, Jackob Lovine, Joseph Lovine, Sam Margolis, David Jaffee, Abreborn Margolis, Iseral Rabinocity, Joe Hockfield and Jacob Cohen.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924. Last name spelled Ablekop and Ablehop.

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Durham School of Music Recital Was Friday, Dec. 12, 1924

Durham School of Music Recital Friday

A very interesting musical recital was given on Friday evening at the Durham School of Music on Liberty street at 8:30 o’clock.

The auditorium of the music studio seated quite a large crowd of Durham’s music lovers, and the musical recitations were exceptionally well rendered. A large number of students participated and presented a number of beautifully rendered selections, reflecting great credit upon themselves as well as the school.

Those presenting the recital were as follows: Mesdames Florence Green Lockhart, W.F. Franck, Misses Cora Wright, Miriam Wilson, Jesse Gibbs Cheatham, Lucile Dalley, Kathleen Lindsey, Annie Hopkins, Rosa King, Mary Durham, Marie Smith, Dorothy Holt, Uva Mae Dave, Mary Jane Strayhorn and Sara Mo Dearman.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Mr. and Mrs. Sol Blomberg Honored on Their Fifth Anniversary, Dec. 14, 1924

Mr. and Mrs. Blomberg Were Honored Monday

Mrs. Jacob Levy entertained at a lovely buffet supper Monday evening at her home in the Franklin Court apartment, honoring Mr. and Mrs. Sol Blomberg, the occasion being a celebration of their fifth anniversary. Lovely flowers were used artistically throughout the apartment, being conspicuous for their beauty in the dining room, where the handsome lace-covered table was centered with a large basket of pink roses and sweet peas.

Candelabras filled the pink tapers were effectively used, carrying out a color scheme of pink. Several delicious courses were served to the 20 guests present.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Girl's Auxiliary Program "The Light of the Christ Star," Dec. 14, 1924

Girl’s Auxiliary Held Meeting Friday

The Girl’s auxiliary of the First Baptist church met on Friday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the church.

Miss Mildred Shipp, the president, presided and the meeting was opened by the signing of the song “Joy to the World,” after which the scripture lesson was read by the president. Sentence prayers were given by all the girls thanking God for the gifts of the Christ Child. The following program was carried out:

Subject—“The Light of the Christ Star:

Readings as follows:

“The Christmas Star” by Carolyn Horton.

“The Chinese Girl” by Ruth Markham.

“The African Girl” by Annie Durham Rogers.

“The Japanese Girl” by Helen Shipp.

“The South American Girl” by Winnie Wilson.

“The European Girl” by Lillian Chandler.

“The Indian Girl” by Mary Elizabeth Barbee.

“The Immigrant Girl” by Katherine Markham.

“The Chinese Girl” by Mary Wilson.

Following the program, the song “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” was rendered by the auxiliary in concert, after which a short business meeting was held. Reports were given and the dues were paid. One new member was added to the auxiliary, Miss Mary Wilson.

The meeting was closed with the singing of the G.A. song after which the officers served delicious refreshments to the 14 girls present.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Mildred Lynn Joined the C.R. Bell Family on Dec. 7, 1924

Birth Announcement Issued in Durham

Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Bell wish to announce the birth of a daughter, Mildred Lynn, born at Watts hospital on December the 7th.

Both Mrs. Bell and her young daughter are getting along nicely.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Mrs. O.F. Wilkerson Had Her Tonsils Out, Dec. 14, 1924

Recuperating After Tonsil Operation

The many friends and relatives of Mrs. O.F. Wilkerson, who underwent a tonsil operation at Watts hospital this week, will be glad to learn that she is recuperating at her home in Forest Hills.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Mrs. Clem Markham Recuperating at Home, Dec. 14, 1924

Mrs. Clem Markham is Recuperating

Friends of Mrs. Clem Markham will be very glad to learn that she is improving after a serious illness.

Mrs. Markham has been ill for a short while at her home on Broadway street, and has a host of friends in the city who will be interested to learn of her recuperation.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Mrs. J.A. Pilley Recovering from Flu, Dec. 14, 1924

Mrs. Pilley Is Now Improving

The many friends of Mrs. J.A. Pilley will be glad to learn that she is recuperating after an attack of influenza, which has kept her confined to her home on Cleveland street for some time.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Lillian Jones Recovering from Flu, Dec. 14, 1924

Recuperating After Illness of Influenza

The many friends of Miss Lillian Jones will be glad to learn that she is recuperating at her home on McMannen street following an attack of influenza.

Miss Jones has been ill for two weeks and has many friends who will be glad to learn that she is improving and will be out again soon.

From page 19 of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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C.A. Roark, 32, Kills His Wife's Friend Miss Vena Moore, Dec. 14, 1924

Girl Is Shot By Atlanta Man. . . C.A. Roark Shoots Woman in the Back; Was Friend of His Wife

By the Associated Press

Atlanta, Ga., Dec. 13—In the presence of his 19 year old bride of two months and more than 200 employes of the Western Union Telegraph operating room here, C.A. Roark, 32, Center Hill, Ga., tonight fired four shots into the back of Miss Vena Moore, 20, multiplex operator, as she sat at her machine. She died instantly.

Roark is said to have dropped the smoking pistol crying that he had killed Miss Moore “to save my wife from ruin.” The operating room was thrown into wild confusion, business being halted for some time. Mrs. Roark laid blame for the shooting upon the victim.

Roark, who is a multiplex supervisor, was immediately taken to the police station where he lapsed into a comatose condition.

Police reserves were called out to keep crowds from thronging the operating room, which is one of the 10th floor of a large office building. More than half an hour was required to resume traffic in the room where most of the Western Union’s southern business is cleared.

Miss Moore was seated in a corner of the big room working at her machine when Roark, according to accounts of the shooting given police by witnesses, without warning, walked up and fired four shots into her back, Miss Moore slumped over in her chair without a sound and her body slit to the floor. Her body was sent to a local hospital, where life was pronounced extinct.

Mrs. Roark told police that before her marriage to Roark, she and Miss Moore had been chums and that during their courtship the victim has threatened to separate them. After marriage, she said, Miss Moore continued to endeavor to get her to go out on “parties” with her. She said she told her husband of these alleged invitations and importunities with the result that he became incensed at Miss Moore. She told police that Roark had warned Miss Moore to leave her alone and said that Miss Moore retaliated by asking her to go to a roadhouse party tonight. She also said Miss Moore had remarked to her husband: “I am going to get your wife away from you yet.”

From the front page of the Durham Morning Herald, Sunday, December 14, 1924

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Grand Jury's Possible Indictments Delayed in Bruce Snipes Murder Case, Dec. 13, 1924

Grand Jury May Have Returned Indictments. . . More Developments Are Expected to Case of the Skeleton Found in an Old Well

Winston-Salem, Dec. 12—The Forsyth grand jury adjourned this afternoon and filed its report with Judge T.B. Finley, who is presiding over the term of Superior Court. It is understood that the jury acted upon a bill in the case of Bruce Snipes, the skeleton of whom was found in an old unused well a few miles south of the city early last week, and who is believed to have been murdered by parties not now definitely known. The contents of the grand jury action was filed with the court, and by request of officials he declined to reveal its contents. Peter Phillips and Annie Snipes, the latter being a widow of the man to have been foully dealt with, are still in jail, and will be held pending further investigations and proceedings.

From page 5 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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While Letter May Have Been Mailed from Lumberton, Captive Men Not Being Held in County 'Mountains," Dec. 13, 1924

Mountaineers Don’t Flourish in Robeson. . . County Can Prove It Is Not Guilty of Holding Two Jersey Men Captive

Lumberton, Dec. 11—Local officers have been unable to locate any one mailing a letter here for two Newark, N.J. men which stated that the men were being held captives. The two men, Robert Scully and Frank Williams, according to a dispatch last night, were supposed to be held by moonshiners.

It was stated in a copy of the letter received here that the man did not know where they were but that they were in some mountains of Georgia or Florida. The fact that they were in mountains relieved Robeson county of any guilt in the matter.

Officers believe that if the letter was genuine, it was handed to the negro boy who either brought the letter to Lumberton or mailed it, or gave it to some passing tourist who brought it on to Lumberton.

From page 6 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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Judge Rules on Handling of Bond Paid When People's Bank of Salisbury Failed, Dec. 13, 1924

Expect Bank to Pay About 40 Per Cent. . . People’s Bank of Salisbury Expected to Pay About this Amount—Court Is Adjourned

Greensboro News

Judge E.Y. Webb directed a non-suit in the case of the Maryland Casualty Company against J.E. Foutz, receiver of the Peoples National Bank of Salisbury, in federal court yesterday noon. He declared that the suit was one of the most involved cases he had ever been called upon to decide.

The Maryland Casualty Company contended that it should receive dividends accruing from the sum of $50,000, the amount of a bond furnished to the Peoples National Bank of Salisbury. When the bank failed, this bond was paid but since then the funds of the institution have been in the hands of the receiver and the casualty company contends that, pending final settlement, it should receive the dividends accruing from this money. Attorney General John S. Manning was of the opinion that the dividends should go to the state. Judge Webb ruled that the money in litigation to be held pending the decision of the higher court.

The attorneys representing the receiver announced that the institution would probably pay, when the affairs are finally liquidated, between 40 and 50 per cent.

At the conclusion of the hearing court was adjourned until 9:30 o’clock Monday morning, this week’s calendar having been disposed of.

From the front page of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924. Paper spells it 'People's' Bank and 'Peoples' Bank.

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Brevard Harris Elected President of Local Kiwanis, Dec. 13, 1924

Interesting Meeting of Concord Kiwanians. . . Helpful Address by Rev. Loy Thompson of Salisbury—New Officers Elected

Kiwanians at their regular weekly meeting at the Y.M.C.A. on Friday held their annual election of officers for the year 1925, and heard a helpful address by Rev. Loy D. Thompson pastor of the First Methodist Church of Salisbury.

The result of the ballots for officers during 1925 showed the following Kiwanians elected:

President, Brevard Harris; Vice President, Clarence Barrier; District Trustee, James P. Cook; Directors, Howard L. Collie, Boyd Grady, Luther Hartsell Jr., Gilbert Hedrix, Robert E. Ridenhour Sr., Morrison King and Fred Shepherd.

Howard Collie, in charge of the program for the meeting, announced that he had been fortunate in procuring one of the international officers to make a talk to the club, and introduced Mr. Thompson, vice president of Kiwanis International.

The speaker declared it was in no spirit of criticism that he made his remarks, but it was in the spirit of a surgeon who cuts into the place where the trouble is located, in order that his patient may be brought back to health again. He proceeded to array the club for its sins of omissions and sins of commission, and closed his talk with eh hope that his remarks would have a good effect upon the club.

At the close of the talk Buck Harris declared that he had looked over the latest issue of the Kiwanis Magazine, but had failed to find listed as an international vice president any one by the name of Thompson. Luther Hartsell said that when he attended the international convention in Denver, he had the privilege of meeting all the international officers at a reception, but he could not recall ever having seen the speaker before. Howard Collie then arose and introduced the guest as the Rev. Mr. Thompson of Salisbury, much to the amusement of the club.

The attendance prize given by Howard Callie was drawn by Will M. Linker.

James P. Cook will be in charge of the program on next Friday.

From page 2 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924 newspapers.digitalnc.org/lccn/sn92073201/1924-12-13/ed-1/seq-2/#words=DECEMBER+13%2C+1924

Trinity College Students Thank Mr. Duke for His 'Wonderful Gift,' Dec. 13, 1924

Students of Trinity Grateful to Duke

Durham, Dec. 12—Upon learning through press dispatches of Mr. Duke’s huge gift to the college, the students of Trinity college had a mass meeting in Craven Memorial hall following chapel exercises and passed a unanimous resolution of gratitude to him. These were forwarded immediately to Charlotte. They were as follows:

“After reading the press dispatches from Charlotte this morning recounting your wonderful gift, the students of Trinity College in a great mass meeting in Craven Memorial hall voted unanimously to convey to you an expression of grateful appreciation for your generosity and to assure you that in your magnificent plan you will have their loyal support in every way possible to see your vision of a great university realized.”

From page 3 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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James B. Duke, George Eastman Gift Institutes of Higher Learning, Dec. 13, 1924

More Than a Coincidence

Raleigh News and Observer

On the very day that James B. Duke of North Carolina was making his opulent trust fund of $40 million for education and charity in North Carolina, George Eastman of Rochester, N.Y., added to his gifts, which now amount to 50-odd million dollars. Neither Mr. Duke nor Mr. Eastman ever went to college. They are what would be called “self-made men.” They pay the highest tribute to education by endowing educational institutions.

There is another similarity in the big donations of these two business men. Both remembered institutions for the education of the negroes. Eastman gave a donation of $2 million to Tuskegee upon condition that $3 million more to make a $5 million fund, be raised by its other friends. Mr. Duke, without any conditions whatever, gave a large sum (amount not yet known) to Johnston C. Smith University for the education of negroes located at Charlotte.

The New York Times, discussing these “two great gifts,” turns to a quotation from Governor Aycock in Mr. French Strother’s article on North Carolina. The Times says:

“A few weeks ago Mr. French Strother, writing of North Carolina, said that this State, which now pays more Federal taxes than any other State in the Union except New York and Pennsylvania, was “cashing in on an ideal and a dream,” shared by several other young men. It was the ideal and dream of a man who kept crying: “A democracy cannot be built on the backs of ignorant men.” His slogan was “educate”—educate the people and industry will spring up, educate the negro and there will be no negro question. It may now be said that the State has not only “cashed in” but that it has had a bonus in the gift of Mr. Duke and incidentally of Mr. Eastman.

Mr. Eastman accepted the thesis of the North Carolina dreamer of a quarter of a century ago that if the negro is educated there will be no negro question—at any rate he goes so far as to say that the only hope of the negro race and the settlement of his problem is through education, and that of the Hampton-Tuskegee type.

It is probable that Mr. Duke and Mr. Eastman do not know each other. It is certain they acted independently. The fact that both of them included institutions for the negroes shows that the spirit of the words of Aycock are in the minds of many practical business men. It is noteworthy that the Northern man has reached the conclusion that “the only hope of the negro race and the settlement of his problems is through education, and that of the Hampton-Tuskegee type.”

It was more than a coincidence that Duke and Eastman were thinking along the same lines.

From page 3 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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Davidson Wrestlers Win 30 to 0 Over Concord Team, Dec. 13, 1924

Davidson Wins—Wrestling Teams Met Friday Night—Score Was 30 to 0

Davidson mat men won over Concord’s mat men by a score of 30 to nothing, one match being a draw and no score resulting for either contestant. The matches were as follows:

Fryerson won the 119 class against Deaton of Concord, by a fall.

Barrington won the 129 class against Harwell of Concord, by fall.

Patterson, P.M., won the 139 class against Caldwell of Concord by fall.

Cox, W.D., won the 149 pound class against Simpson of Concord by a fall.

Cox, L.P., won the 159 pound class against McCathern of Concord by fall.

Patterson and Denny went in the 175 pound class to a scoreless draw.

Laws won the unlimited class above 175 pounds against McCathern of Concord by a fall.

Every match except the first was contested fiercely by Concord’s men, and Davidson had to work hard for every score made. Each match after the first stood in a fair way to go to a draw or for Concord until the superior training of Davidson would suddenly crop out ad Concord’s men would have to go on the defense. McCathern in the 159 class wrestled rings around his an and lack of confidence in himself caused him to do defensive work at the wrong time, giving Davidson’s man an opportunity to bring in some of Captain Weems’ training in scientific wrestling on him. McCathern will not be thrown again this season as he will be better trained scientifically for his next match with Davidson and then for Trinity and Carolina.

Harwell in the 129 class was wrestling one class higher than would have been the case could the 125 pound man entered. Harwell weighs only 115.

The light heavyweight class bout was fought to a draw and several times it looked as though each man had an opportunity to get a fall. The time of advantage was 2:45 and 2:40 for each man. When the whistle blew for the end of the allotted time for the match neither man had secured a fall or sufficient time of advantage to claim the match and the referee declared it a draw match.

Concord’s team will take the majority of the scoring at Davidson January 0th as our men will be better trained.

From page 2 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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McClure Buys Charlotte Cafe from Mrs. Devereux, Dec. 13, 1924

Buys Café in Charlotte

Charlotte, Dec. 12—The Raleigh Café, West Trade Street, was sold Friday by Mrs. Mabel Devereaux, owner, to W.M. McClure of Richmond, Virginia, and Charlotte. Mr. McClure has been connected for the past 20 years with the Gresham system of hotels and cafes and has spent most of that time in Richmond.

From page 2 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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Asheville Boosters Going to Florida, Dec. 13, 1924

Asheville Boosters Going to Florida

By the Associated Press

Asheville, Dec. 13—The date for the trip of the Asheville boosters to Florida has been changed from February 21st to February 16th, it has been announced. The tour will be conducted under the auspices of the Chamber of Commerce, and is for the purpose of advertising the advantages of this section.

From the front page of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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The Penny Column--Early Want Ads in Concord, Dec. 13, 1924

Penny Column

Electricity Taught by Experts, Earn while you learn at home. Electrical Books and Proof Lessons free. Satisfaction guaranteed and position secured. Write to Chief Engineer Cooke, 2144 Lawrence Ave., Chicago.

Get a Taxi. Call 392. Get a Safety coach. Call 392 for information. Peck’s Taxi Service.

Phone 510 and 525 for Fresh Pork sausage, stuffed country style, fresh pork ribs and backbones, nice dressed chickens, fresh country eggs, and butter. Chas. C. Graeber.

Wanted—Several High-Power Salesmen to sell cold patches. Samples free. Write J.T. Blair Co., Nashville, Tenn.

Wanted—Every Family in Concord, to get a good radio set. Concord Telephone Company.

For Rent—Two, Three or Four Horse farm. Atlas Hahn, Mt. Pleasant, N.C.

$5 Hats for $2 and $3. New Black Satin Hats $1.95. Miss Brachen’s Bonnet Shop.

For Sale—Six-Room House on Marsh street, adjoining N.A. Archibald and Chief of Police Talbert. See J.B. Sherrill.

Home-Made Mints For Sale, Phone Your orders to 491L.

For Rent or For Sale—One Five Room house on North Kerr street. Phone 623J. J.L. Shaffer.

Headquarters for Xmas Presents and toys, C.G. Heilig, Mt. Pleasant.

For Rent—5 Room House. Phone 328R. P.G. Cook.

Oranges, Oranges, Grapefruit and Tangerines. We have a car at Southern depot, extra nice hand picked. Go to the car or phone 565, we deliver. Ed. M. Cook Company.

Oranges, 50 Cents Peck, Grapefruit 50 cents peck, tangerines $1 a peck, the nicest fruit we have had in years. Phone us, we deliver. Ed. M. Cook Company.

Oyster and Noodle Supper Tonight From 6:30 to 10:30 by the Junior Philathen Class in Baraca room at Protestant Church. Public invited to attend.

Choice Cuts of Native Spring Lamb and veal. Phone 510 and 525, Chas. C. Graeber.

Call 815 for Fresh and Cured Meats, oysters, king mackerel and scaled fish, Query and Mabery.

For Rent—Five Room House on Simpson Street. $10 per month. Phone 506L.

Fresh Fish, Speckled Trout and Mackerel steak, nice selected oysters. Phone 510 and 525. Chas. C. Graeber.

Full Line of Fireworks For Sale at The Railroad Underpass, on Kannapolis Road.

Hand Painted China Dolls, Handkerchiefs, fancy goods, Miss Brachen.

Beautiful Underwear at Reasonable prices. Call Mrs. Lineberger at the Duffy Bonnet Shop.

Wanted—To Install a Private Sewerage system in your home. Septic tank of reinforced concrete and absolutely guaranteed by Hatley Concrete Works. For prices write G.W. Melton, Agent, Albemarle, N.C.

The Girls and Boys Will Be Home For Christmas. Have your piano tuned. Call Mr. Page, phone 76.

From page 2 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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Local News Briefs from Concord, Dec. 13, 1924

Local Mention

John Archibald Fisher is confined to his home on East Depot Street with a case of the mumps.

H.M. Black of No. 1 township killed a porker last week that tipped the scales at 525 pounds.

Three cases of smallpox and one case of chickenpox were reported to the county health department this morning.

Sam Goodman will give several organ numbers at the First Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon at the vesper service.

The schools of the county will begin their Christas holidays on next Friday, December 19th, and will resume work on December 29th.

Marriage license was issued yesterday by Register of Deeds Elliott to Fred Lee Love and Miss Dollie J. Fink, both of Mount Pleasant.

Lewis Heilig Brown is confined to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Leighton Brown, on North Church Street, with a case of the mumps.

A.E. Harris will spend Sunday in Anson county with his wife, who is at the bedside of her father. The latter is seriously ill with an attack of asthma.

The new residence of R.C. Litaker, which is being constructed on South Union Street, is making good progress. Mr. Litaker is building beside the new home of Frank B. Mund.

All cases on docket in police court yesterday afternoon were continued until Monday and Wednesday of next week. There were about one dozen cases which were scheduled for the Friday session.

The Charlotte “Y” on Friday night defeated the Kannapolis basketball team in a good game by the score of 34 to 23. In Gastonia, the local team there defeated Tryon high school quintet 31 to 29.

The County Market is again in operation at the County Building on South Church Street. The institution is one that is growing in favor with the people of Concord, and a greater amount of business is being done each Saturday.

The Flowes Store Community Club held a splendid meeting on Friday night. A feature of the meeting was the box supper, the proceeds of which go to the school. Three short addresses wee delivered, the speakers being R.D. Goodman, Prof. J.B Robertson, and Rev. W.A. Newell. Mr. Newell is visiting relatives in that vicinity.

Charity and Children: “Rev. G.A. Marti of Concord enters next week upon his new work at Landrum, S.C. We are lending this vigorous pastor to our sister state for a little while, but it ust be understood that this is not a permanent arrangement. We cannot forget him, for he built us a synagogue in Thomasville and another in Concord.”

Police Officers B.F. Widenhouse will leave on train No. 12 Sunday night for Richmond, where he will be on Monday attending the extradition hearing to be given Bert Wall, who is wanted here to answer a charge of abandonment. Wall is resisting extradition, and the hearing on Monday will determine whether he shall be brought back here or allowed his freedom.

From page 8 of The Concord Daily Tribune, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1924

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Murder Trials, Other Cases Coming Up in Johnston County Court, Dec. 12, 1924

Pennel Case Is In Court Again. . .Was Tried a Year Ago When a Member of the Jury Became Insane. . . State Vs. Pope Today

The greater part of this week in the Johnston County Criminal term of Superior Court now in session here has been taken up with the trial of Allen Pennell. The trial of Allen Pennell, charged with the murder of Irvin Pennel during the early part of 1923, came to trial for a second time in the Johnston Superior Court on Tuesday afternoon of this week. This matter was before the court for the first time a year ago. At that time the evidence had been completed and the judge was making ready his charge to the jury when it was discovered that one of the jurors had developed insanity. This, of course, necessitated a new trial, which is now under way. Owing to a great number of witnesses connected with this case some two or three days will be taken in completing the trial the defendant Pennel is represented by attorneys Douglass and Douglass of Raleigh, and S.S. Holt of Smithfield. The solicitor is assisted by W.H. Lyon. The solicitor is assisted by W.H. Lyon.

The trial of W.F. Pope, charged with the murder of Elbert Strikland, which occurred on May 6, 1924, has been set for today, December 12. This case comes up from near Four Oaks. A special venire of 65 men has been ordered for the trial of this case.

On Tuesday a youth of 15 years was in court charged with larceny. He entered a plea of guilty and the court sentenced him to three years at the Stonewall Jackson Training School.

Several other cases of minor importance were disposed of on Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning.

From the front page of The Smithfield Herald, Friday, Dec. 12, 1924

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Stills Captured by Local Officers, Dec. 12, 1924

Two Stills Captured by Local Officers

Two complete outfits for distilling whiskey were brought in yesterday by officers, but no arrests were made. Mr. J.H. Stancil of Wilders township, deputy sheriff, brought in a 30-gallon capacity copper outfit which he, together with others, captured early yesterday morning about 12:30 o’clock near Pineville on Buffalo Creek. The still had not been in operation for a day or two and no one was at the still. Several barrels of beer and other unfinished liquor were destroyed.

Yesterday afternoon Mr. Stancil and Mrs. C.Q. Stephenson went to Boon Hill township and captured a still in full blast about two miles from Brogden school. They happened on the still about 1:30 o’clock and saw at least two men working at the still. The men saw the officers and ran, jumped into the creek and got away. The still taken was a 40-gallon copper outfit. A half-gallon of beer was poured out, and a four-gallon jug of “something” was burst.

From the front page of The Smithfield Herald, Friday, Dec. 12, 1924

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Henrietta Kornegay Collecting Money for Nonexistent Orphanage, Dec. 12, 1924

Imposter Solicits Funds

Henrietta C. Kornegay, who recently has been in several Eastern North Carolina counties soliciting funds for an alleged orphanage, is declared to be an imposter by officials of the state Board of Charities and Public Welfare. Mrs. Kornegay is operating no orphanage nor institution of any sort that is licensed by the State Board, says Miss Mary G. Shotwell, head of the division of child-caring institutions.

“A so-called orphanage run by Mrs. Kornegay was broken up in 1921 by the State Board of Charities and Public Welfare because of its unsatisfactory condition,” Miss Shotwell says. “Since then Mrs. Kornegay has given trouble several times, particularly in operating a semi-maternity-home. She was in court about this time not long ago.

“People are warned that to contribute money to this woman will not be for the benefit of any dependent children but only for her own benefit.”

From page 6 of The Smithfield Herald, Friday, Dec. 12, 1924

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George Lee Lifted Life's Burden by Committing Suicide, Dec. 12, 1924

In Memory of George W. Lee

In a weak way I will try to write a few words of the life and death of George W. Lee. On Thursday morning just as the sun was rising to brighten another day, he ended his life by shooting himself with a shotgun. The reason for his untimely end we cannot understand. It seemed for two months that life was a burden to him. He came to have a hope in Christ and on the fourth Saturday in October he united with the church at Oak Forest, where he remained a member until his death. Oh, it was so hard to give up one we loved so dearly, but God’s will must be done, not ours. We can only hope he is at rest. He is gone from this world of sorrow but his going has left grief and sorrow in our home. May God in his tender mercy help and comfort the bereaved family in this dark hour of sorrow.

He was the only son of the late W.F. and Melia E. Lee. He was born February 3, 1887, and died November 20, 1924, making his stay on earth 37 years, nine months and 17 days.

He leaves to mourn his loss a heart-broken wife and four small children, Melton J., Fulton B., George V., and Myrtle I. Lee, and a host of relatives and friends. He was a prominent farmer of Meadow township. In his boyhood days he was a bright scholar in school and when he grew to manhood he made an excellent school teacher. He served as magistrate for four years and he did all he could to help the township. He was a loving husband and father, a kind neighbor to all, ever ready and willing to lend a helping hand to every one in time of need.

He was tenderly laid to rest in the family cemetery on Thursday afternoon in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends who gathered to pay their last tribute of respect to the deceased. A simple burial service was held at the grave. Two songs, “Amazing Grace,” and “When Shall We Met Again?” were sung and Mr. Ernia Blackman led the prayer.

Oh, that home! That lonely hope!

A voice we love is stilled;

A chair is vacant in our home.

Which can never be filled.

Tho’ sad it is to give him up,

We know the Lord maketh,

We must not murmur at his will

For we know the Lord taketh.

Written by a heartbroken wife.

From the front page of The Smithfield Herald, Friday, Dec. 12, 1924

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