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Newspaper

Forest City Courier

Location

Forest City, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1925

Page

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Auto Thieves Caught After Thrilling Chase

Rural Officer C D Morrow captured two men Alonzo Philips and Stanyarn Moseley after a high speed pursuit in a stolen Nash sedan from Mrs D G Young during Sunday services in Gaffney. The pair attempted to steal gas, swapped a license tag, and were jailed in Rutherfordton then Gaffney. Mrs Young awarded $50 for the prompt arrest and recovery.

Gaffney C. D. Morrow D. G. Young Spindale Alexander Morrow Joe Randall Harrilltown N. C Nash Sandy Mush J. E. Ferree Rutherfordt

Kiwanis Club Honors High School Basketball Team

Kiwanis Club welcomed High School basketball players as honored guests on Monday night. The boys received a warm reception and enjoyed an athletic program after dinner. J. W. Dalton reportedly won a stunt contest while E. O. Thomas took the attendance prize.

Kiwanis Club J. W. Dalton E. 0. Thomas

Butler suffers injuries from ladder fall near Forest City

Mr. J. J. Butler of near Forest City fell from a ladder Monday and sustained a fracture of one arm and both bones broken in the other. Dr. A. C. Duncan attended him, and it is reported he is now doing nicely.

J. J. Butler Forest City A. C. Duncan

Severe Injuries From Auto Crash Near Holland and Randall

Mr. Chas. Baynard of Alexander suffered severe cuts and bruises after being struck by a car driven by Mrs. Tesseniar last Friday near the Holland Randall store. His face was lacerated, an eye nearly torn out, and his head and ear cut. He was unconscious, treated at the scene, then taken home. Recovery hoped to be swift with no serious complications.

Chas. Baynard Alexander Rufus Curry Forest City Rufe Tim Dobey Tim Rafe Rufus Iso

Visits of the Stork Announcement of four births

Born to Mr and Mrs Jasper C Crow on March 4 a fine girl. To Mr and Mrs Walter Harris Poetic on March 6 a fine boy. To Mr and Mrs Jas E Coffey on March 8 a fine boy. To Mr and Mrs C E Huntley on March 5 a fine boy.

Jasper C. ‘Crow Walter Harris Jas. E. Coffey C. E. Huntley

Little child dies after bronchial pneumonia

The six month old son of Mr and Mrs Oran Brooks of Route 2 Ellenboro died at 4 oclock last Saturday afternoon after a short illness of bronchial pneumonia Burial took place at Walls Sunday The parents have the sympathy of all in their bereavement.

Oran Brooks Route 2 Ellenboro Walls

Pastors and Workers Conference Held at Forest City

The State Mission Board of Raleigh calls a pastors and workers conference on Wednesday March 18 at First Baptist Church Forest City. All pastors deacons Sunday school officers and Women's Missionary Societies and B S P U should attend or send representatives. Dr Hamby will deliver a special address. Time 10:00 A M. Lay other affairs aside for this one day.

First Baptist Church Forest City State Mission Board of Raleigh Women’s Missionary Societies Sandy Run Association Hamby State Board

Forest City grows on optimistic forecast from J L Butler

J L Butler, visiting The Courier office, recalled moving to Forest City ten years ago on March 4. He praised real estate gains and future prospects, saying the city needs another payroll to spur growth, noting ideal location and rail and climate advantages. He keeps a long weather diary noting historic March and April snow events.

Courier J. L. Butler Forest City Mr. Butler Butler

The Flapper Grandmother a Splendid Success

Presentation of The Flapper Grandmother at the school auditorium last Friday evening drew about 700 attendees and raised over 200 for the library fund. Miss Shelton earned praise for guiding a cast with little rehearsal time, with the entire community lauding the performers.

Shelton

How To Build a Successful Life Sermon Series

A Baptist church notes growing interest in sermons by the pastor on building a successful life. Last Sunday's topic was Courtship and Marriage and next Sunday will address duties of husband and wife for a young married couple establishing home. Public cordially invited.

Harrill's Station Seeks Name With Cash and Gift Prizes

Harrill's filling station on West Main Street will open April first and will offer a first prize of five dollars and a second prize of a one year subscription to The Courier for the best name. Entries must be submitted to Mr. T. M. Harrill by April first. The station costs about five thousand dollars, features modern amenities, a front, paved approach, and a ladies' rest room.

Harrill’s Rutherfordton Plant Harrill West Main Street Courier T. M. Harrill Forest City T*hey

House Burns in Florence Mills Village Fire

A Florence Mills village house belonging to the Florence Mills was burned Thursday about 1 p.m. Mrs. Porter was inside at the time. The Mill Company estimates the loss at about 1500 dollars, partly covered by insurance. Mrs Porter's household goods were destroyed. The fire's origin is unknown.

Florence Mills Porter

Week of Prayer for Home Missions Observed

The Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist church will observe the week of prayer for home missions Thursday and Friday afternoons this week. Meetings begin at 2 p.m. All ladies are urged to attend.

Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church Home Missions

Methodist Church Preaching Next Sunday at Forest City

Forest City Methodist church schedules preaching at 1 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Senior Epworth League meets at 6:45 p.m. All worshippers are warmly welcomed.

Forest City Methodist Church Epworth League

Dramatic Club Meeting Postponed to March 20

The Dramatic Club meeting is postponed until Friday March 20 hosted by Mrs A Finch and Miss Claire Reid at the home of Miss Reid.

Dramatic Club A. ©. Finch Claire Reid Reid

Rutherfordton Club Faces Forest City All Stars in Season Finale

The Rutherfordton Athletic Club meets Forest City All Stars Monday at the fair grounds court in Spindale. Game 1 starts at 8 p.m. Both teams are expected to deliver their usual high standard of play as the season ends.

Rutherfordton Athletic Club Forest City All Star Eam Fair Ground Court Spindale

M S MEETS Church Ladies Discuss 1925 Program

M S MEETS of the First Baptist church held Friday afternoon March 6 1925 at the church. President Mrs W C Bostic led devotions with Miriam as the afternoon topic. The pastor gave a talk on the 1925 program. Reports show 224 sick 12 strangers 3 shut ins 6 hospital 11 garments 33 trays 110 charity 3.20 and a 31.65 collection. Representatives Mrs W A Ayers and Mrs B B Doggett will attend the Woman's Missionary Meeting in Winston Salem March 31.

Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church W. C. Bostic Miriam W. A. Ayers B. B. Doggett Woman's Missionary Meeting Winston-Salem

Death of Mrs Mary Miller in Rutherfordton

Rutherfordton on March 10 reports the death of Mrs Mary Jackson Miller widow of W G Miller aged 84. Burial occurred Tuesday at Rutherfordton cemetery with Rev J C Ervin conducting at the Methodist Church. Surviving include sister-in-laws and sisters in North Carolina Texas and South Carolina. The Miller home and farm were noted for hospitality and social gatherings.

Rutherfordton Mary Jackson Miller W. G. Miller Broad River J. C. Ervin Rutherford —County

Prominent Powell Street estate sells for four thousand

Real estate deal of note last Thursday saw C. Earl Carswell sell the old F. T. Davis residence to H. B. Doggett. The property is one of the best residence lots on Powell Street and the price was four thousand dollars.

C. Earl Carswell F. T. Davis H. B. Doggett Powell Street

Miss Padgett to Sing in Charlotte

Broadway's top new venue opens March 16 with vaudeville acts and the feature photo play So Big starring Colleen Moore. Shrine Band provides music for the opening and Miss Nell Padgett of Forest City appears as soloist before a brief visit home this week.

Broadway Charlotte Phouse Colleen Moore Shrine Band Nell Padgett Forest City

Safety First Play at Bostic School Auditorium

The Boy Scouts and Campfire Girls of Ellenboro present a play at Bostic school auditorium on Thursday evening March 12 at 7 45. Attendees are invited to come and enjoy the performance.

Boy Scouts Campfire Girls Ellenboro Bostic School

Henrietta News highlights weekend visits and local changes

Henrietta March 10 summary of social visits with Henry Moore and family from Charlotte staying with C. F. Wease. L. M. Daniel moves his family back to a farm near Tanner's Grove. C. F. McMahan resigns as overseer of the weaving department. Neal of Union, S. C., to take his place. Numerous farm and church notices recount weekend and Sunday activities including visits among local residents and a quarterly Methodist conference at the parsonage led by Rev. Z. Paris.

Henrietta Henry Moore Charlotte C. F. Wease L. M. Daniel Tanner’s Grove Daniel Air. C W. L

Florence Mills News and Local Happenings

Mrs Lon Jones and Mrs Earl Harrill suffer flu. several names on sick list. Rev H C Sisk closed Shelby meeting with many professions and eleven added. he begins Caroleen meeting March 11. Florence Baptists plan cottage prayer meetings and future revival. Stork brings Evelyn to Mr and Mrs Jordan Crow. Britt Harden and Edman Coffee welcome a daughter and a son. Fletcher Davis and Sallie Anderson wed in Spartanburg. friends offer good wishes. Nellie White hosts a birthday party with games contests and many prizes. guests leave happy.

H. C. Sisk Shelby Caroleen Florence

Forest City Highs Claim County Championship Title

Forest City High School won the County Basketball Championship, retaining the silver loving cup for a second consecutive time. A tight final at the fair grounds ended 30 to 25 as Forest City rallied in the second half led by Sherrill and Moss while Rutherfordton guards Hamrick and Goode scored many points. Forest City finished the season with 15 wins in 18 games.

Forest City High School C. Z. Flack Fair Grounds Rutherfordton Forest City Dorsey Ayers Moss Hamrick Goode Sherrill FC. Pos Rutherfordton Moss Edwards RF Dorsey J Ie Edwards, R Willi

Praise for Forest City workman H L Hyder at school building

Lake View March 6. Letter from J B Shorn Lake View School Supt praising H L Hyder for completing the local school building. The architect says he is one of the most artistic and efficient workmen seen. The town should feel honored to have him as a citizen.

Lake View S. C Stor Forest City H. L. Hyder J. B. Shorn Lake View School System

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