Former Students of Moravian Falls Academy Held Reunion, July 2, 1925

The Reunion of the former students of the Moravian Falls Academy was held last Friday. At the hour of 10 a.m., a large number of students started assembling on the old play grounds extending words of welcome and shaking hands. The number grew and grew, ‘til it was estimated that there were nearly 500 present among thome many were of the former teachers.

Speeches were made by following teachers and students of the once widely known Academy of learning: Hon. Joe F. Spainhour of Morganton; Mr. James Linney of Alexander county; Mr. James Linney of Alexander county; Daniel Washington of Texas; Vance McGinnis of Boomer township; Rufus Hendren of Wilkesboro township. Attorney F.B. Hendren of Wilkesboro was master of ceremonies.

At the noon hour a fine dinner was spread by the ladies, and of course that was greatly enjoyed by all.

After the dinner, old acquaintances were made new again, and the best of wishes were extended to each other for the future.

From page 5 of The North Wilkesboro Hustler, Wednesday, July 8, 1925

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