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Newspaper
Forest City Courier
Location
Forest City, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1931
Page
7
The Forest City Courier issues its Thursday edition September 3 1931 with editor E. Alcock owner Clarence Griffin news editor C E Alcock society editor Arval Alcock assistant manager and subscription rates listed as one year one dollar six months fifty cents and outside Rutherford County one year and a half.
A professor from New Jersey Teachers College suggests homeowners can deter itinerant peddlers by asserting their home is not a store. He notes peddlers demand space and time, pressuring families into unwanted purchases, and argues that stopping this intrusion supports local merchants who pay rent taxes and licenses.
A critique of tax policy warns that reducing one tax often shifts burden to others. It cites 1920 to 1930 Oregon data with taxes rising 44.4 percent, bonded debt up 87.2 percent, and population 21.8 percent. Census figures show 1929 spending of 126.70 per resident, about 506.80 per four-person family. It argues political expansion of government worsens debt and urges citizen action. The piece ends with a sardonic line about a man calling his wife a Lambkin.
A local editorial urges consolidation of rival Forest City newspapers to reduce ad costs, arguing that competition harms merchants and town growth. It stresses advertising as a key to attracting outside business, preserving the town’s image, and supporting The Courier as a primary community voice. It notes seasonal shifts in shopping hours and calls merchants to boost fall and winter advertising through The Courier.
The piece surveys Wickersham reports on U S criminal justice highlighting police brutality corrupt courts and obsolete methods. It argues the sprawling legal machinery is hindering fair justice and calls for reform to restore respect for law.
A fragmentary Forest City column recalls an old timer hobo describing thumb travel on the rails between Charlotte and Asheville, noting signs that guide rides, town signs, and public attitudes toward smoking and youth culture in the era. The piece blends personal recollection with local commentary.
A speaker urges separating politics from crime policy and overhauling laws to keep fundamental rights while removing unenforceable rules. The address argues for restoring balanced law making that protects society and individual liberties and warns against overlegislation fueling lawlessness.
Harris Sept 1. The children, grandchildren and friends of Mr. J. M. Henson gathered at his home to celebrate his 70th birthday. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Wilkins with Helen Wilkins, Clyde and Billie Lowery, Tom Byers, Lillie and Billie Henson, Archie Quker and family, Dock Henson and family, and many others from Woodruff and area.
Funeral services for Mrs. David Harrill 82 were held at Concord Baptist church the day after her Thursday night death from a complication of diseases near Ellenboro. She was born Biddy Price and left a husband one daughter Mrs. C Elmore and a sister Mrs. Lou Price of Forest City among others. Her nephews served as pallbearers.
A discussion promotes piano lessons in small classes at reduced prices to reveal talent in children. The program aims to overcome self-consciousness, foster competition, and build a strong musical foundation. Classes operate in over nine hundred towns in the United States, in schools and private studios.
A daughter named Juanita was born to Mr and Mrs Arnold Arledge of Mill Springs. The birth occurred on Saturday August 29, and the family announces the addition to their home with the usual local social notice. Prices for hair dressing and silk anklets from Courtney's Ten Cent Store are listed in the surrounding market items.
Harris report notes Miss Mary Randall returns from a week with relatives in Oak Grove. Numerous visits and social gatherings are listed including Belle Wilkie with Mrs. McMurray and Mrs. J. B. Taylor. An old time singing at Sandy Springs drew a large crowd. Several residents remain ill or recuperating, with camp returns and parties among local families.
Spindale Sept 2 The Rutherford County Ministers Association will meet Monday at 10 o clock in the Spindale House according to Rev W A Barber secretary The discussion topic is The Church faces the Present International and Local Religious and Economic Situation All ministers in Rutherford county are invited to attend.
Clerks in Forest City stores asked The Courier to express appreciation to proprietors for half-day holidays granted during July and August. Save money by buying school supplies at Stahl's Ten Cent Stores.
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