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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1913
Page
3
Ras OF SUI oe In Advaner Src at the Rest. Ofice at Hickor econd great water.
Cousins of Danyk ing Mrs. E A Herbs and others visit relatives in Connelly Springs while Mrs. Corrie Estridge of Gasonia arrives with family. Hicks County residents attend dinners, church sermons, and a new cottage on Fifteenth Avenue is noted. A Hickory Business College advertises shorthand lessons as a practical option for readers.
Carl Taylor of Mount S.C. died when his automobile was struck by northbound Carolina and Northwestern Railway No. 10 at a crossing one mile south of Newton yesterday at about 11 am. He was about 24, visiting J A Sellars family, and left Blowing Rock by automobile shortly before the crash. He is survived by one brother.
Mr and Mrs Guy Childs of Joceoa Ga suffer the death of their sixteen month old son Terman Wallace at his grandmother Mrs C A Little s home in this city Death occurred Saturday morning Funeral services were held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on First Sunday afternoon at clock conducted by Rev J H ampmacher and interment was in Oakwood cemetery
The Catawba Creamery Co announces a public opening on Saturday August 30 with all day inspection. Short talks by Clarence Poe J A Conover B B Hare D A Nelson Maj W A Graham and others expected. Farmers and Ladies urged to attend and assist in making the event a big day for Hickory and the Creamery.
Lenoir College will open Tuesday at 9 a.m. with examinations and classes beginning immediately. The Yoder Memorial Science Building is complete with up-to-date equipment. The college advertises its modern facilities, improvements around campus, steam heating, and an improved dormitory with new furnishings, while inviting the public to visit. President R. L. Frity notes strong outlook and college advancement in Hickory.
Aug 18 report notes A E Croom from Wallace D C visited his brother in law John Clay at Ivey ill and a reputation as a clay road builder. J C Sweesy and wife from Lawndale visited their son ALF Sweesy and daughter Mrs T M Weaver. Carrie Berry and Katie Leonard went to Morganton to visit relatives. Annie Rainwater and Maimie Pinkston from Wadesboro are visiting Minnie McKenzie.
Ladies of the Methodist Church announce a social tea in the Sunday School room next Tuesday evening August 26 from 8 to 10. An attractive musical and literary program has been arranged with a good line promised. Refreshments will be served. A silver offering will be received at the door. Everyone is invited.
Notice to farmers that inoculating material for legumes including peas, clover, and alfalfa is available from Washington. Apply to H. K. roster in Newton North Carolina on Saturdays at the office.
The handsome new Hickory's Garage is ready for occupancy and will be leased to an up-to-date auto repairman. The Hickory Overal's Factory has moved into new quarters adjoining the garage. Manager F A Henderson says manufacturing is running but orders are behind, with hopes to catch up soon.
Rav Wannemacher spent Monday in Gastonia. Harve Harris bought a car yesterday. Mrs. James of Danville Va visits Mrs. J A Lentz. Loomis Klatt visited his father Dr T J Klattz in Maiden. Rev Bonner is in Statesville hospital awaiting an operation next week. Misses Mary Alexander Grace Frazier of Huntersville expected in the city to visit Mrs Dr Stevenson. Bessie Thomasson returned from two weeks at Blowing Rock. Mrs Harden and child returned home on Sthave after visiting Gas tonia relatives. Annie Lua Abernethy visiting Mrs Hugh D Anna on Mth street. Annie Laura greeted at Rickory. W T Sledge and Miss Ollie House left for Northern markets to buy millinery and dry goods. Jr Order United American Mechanics to serve ice cream and cake in City Park August 23. Mrs Chrispbeam and Mary Bessie of Oranooga Tenn visiting cousins at the Marshall House. Carrie Anderson of Rock Hill S C niece of Mrs Killian had throat operation at Asheville and is recovering. Young Lutherans spent Monday eve with Emma Suttlewyre. look forward to watermelon season at her home. If you plan a home build see Hickey Manufacturing for lumber and prices. Dr Morrison missionary from Africa spent hours with Mrs Dixon. just from Montreal describing gospel spread and needs in Africa. Mr Jones Hunsucker of Texas visiting his father Kaney Hunsucker of Startown, home in Hickory Monday with sister Mattie. He comments on Hickory’s rapid growth and lumber business. J Bradshaw and wife leave for a West visit via Falls and Buffalo, then Michigan Hickory reunion at Orion. Velma Bradshaw returning from the West plans to return with them.
Mr. W T Caldwell has renamed Hickory Milling Co to Catawba Milling Co and changed flour brands to Catawba Best with three grades. The notice urges local support for this home industry in Catawba County and praises Caldwell as a hustling young man.
Mrs A X Sigmon widow of A Y Sigmon wed George Link of Spokane Washington. They traveled to Newton Monday afternoon for the ceremony performed by Rev Abernethy. Afterward they returned to the bride’s Ninth Avenue home for a informal reception that night. The bride is well known locally. the groom is a leading business man from his native state.
The first annual Harvest Home Day will be held at Killian schoolhouse in this township on Tuesday August 26 at o'clock am. A program follows with speakers H P Lutz Rev W W Rowe Rev B L Stroup W J Shaford Garland Sattlemire Oscar eil Paul Yates Killian Rev H G Jopenshaver delivering introductions and returns of thanks.
Afternoon program at the Killian School District features Rev. Geo. E. Long on teacher duties, Dr. Blackburn on child health, Mrs. Rost on land preparation, Mrs. Yates Killian on attire, Miss Skenk on classroom setup, Mrs. J. W. Robinson on the Woman's Club, and Mrs. Gordon Wilfong on mother and teacher collaboration plus H. K. Foster on community spirit. J. W. Robinson presents a rural survey. Public invited. talks about ten minutes each. attendees urged to bring lunch and enjoy a social day.
The South Fork community reports farmers resting after harvest while members attend a soldier reunion in Newton. Attendees include M. Yor fr am, Van Wee, Monroe Signon rom Chéster, Mee and Mrs. Andrew Maury, J.M. Brown from Asheville, and others from various regions. The event passed quietly with old soldiers, some over 80, and local raffles and gatherings highlighted by a box supper at the underschool.
The Union Choir presented a Song Service at First Baptist Church Sun ey evening with anthems Hark Hark My Soul by Shelley Send Out to Light and O Savin sicum by Gounod. Soloists Mrs J H Shafore Prof y Anna and Dr Orin Sigman and the Shaford and Prof D Anna duet received praise. Mrs D Anna was organist and led with fine rendition. Nearly all churches participated and the service drew a capacity crowd. Everyone was charmed with the music.
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