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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1915
Page
2
Dr. W H Nicholson presents an article on the first page urging citizen participation. The piece asks every resident of Hickory to read, consider, and decide what actions they wish to pursue regarding the matter.
The Observer argues Colonel Bryan will remain loyal to President Wilson and the administration. It cites reports from The New York Post correspondent and predicts Bryan will support renomination and campaign with Wilson, despite opposing factions. The piece credits Bryan’s past stance and asserts his steadfastness to Wilson.
Judge Boyd of the United States district court in North Carolina approves sale of $35,000 in receivership certificates for Grandin Lumber Company and Watauga and Yadkin River Railway Company. $320,000 to lumber, $15,000 to railroad to pay taxes, insurance, and preserve properties. Receivership described as among the state’s largest, with property valued in the millions. Receiver Grandin notes uncertain final outcomes. past requests sought $275,000 to pay bonds. foreclosure actions affected certificate need.
The Southern announces the Spencer shop will shift to longer time with the locomotive department operating three days weekly while car men stay at five days. The schedule will add thousands to July payroll. Kathrine Mather, new Startsown High School domestic science teacher, traveled from Asheville to Columbia via motor, visiting Startown with Superintendent Geo Long. no principal or farm life agriculture teacher named. Bonnie Cook and Thomas Williams wed in Charlotte in a quiet Sunday ceremony with few friends present.
A major slide on the west side of the Culebra Cut in the Panama Canal has blocked the channel for ships with drafts over 26 feet. Authorities warned of delays and planned assessment of the cut before reopening navigation.
Raleigh reports the executive committee chose Durham as the site for the State Farmers Union convention to be held November 6 to 18. A large Durham delegation urged the invitation. Dr D H Hill of A and M college forecast a record fall attendance with a new dormitory section nearing completion for September reopening. Governor Craig reappointed Col W A Blair to the state board of charters for six years. Tolerance Commissioner Young discussed new free insurance laws and addressed the National Association of Free Insurance Agents in San Francisco on August 10. He also plans to work with national women’s clubs on office prevention and aims to mobilize county actions amid rising public interest.
German forces under General Von Lisingen forced a river crossing at the Dneister near Bukaszowice in Galicia on June 25. They endured merciless sharpshooter fire and deep river crossings, stormed cliffs, and advanced a mile across open ground to drive Russians from a broad front. The assault began in darkness aided by fog, with Prussian troops fighting breast deep in water at times. The Germans fortified the heights afterward and reported the Russians retreating along the line toward Bukaszowice.
The Maritime Association of the Port of New York with 800 members plans to appeal to President Wilson for a special session of Congress to repeal the new seaman's law. Resolutions claim enforcement harms reform aims and could force line withdrawals and heavy handicaps if not repealed. Copies were sent to Atlantic seaboard commercial groups.
North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts invites young men to pursue practical studies in agriculture electrical mechanical engineering chemistry dyeing textile industries and agricultural teaching. The state college offers 25 buildings, well equipped laboratories, and county examinations on July 5. Catalogs available from EB Owen, Registrar, West Raleigh, N C.
Special low round trip rates via Seaboard Air Line Railway promote summer outings to Chimney Rock in North Carolina. Travel packages to scenic western mountains include livery and auto service options, with free booklet upon request. Contact H. E. Pleasants or local TPA offices in Wilmington Charlotte and Raleigh for details.
Two prisoners Forrest Reece and James Pope escaped Tuesday evening from the New On jail for the second time this month. They were captured within a half mile and are at large. This marks five escapes this spring, with Reuben Fry having escaped twice, the last time with Garland Travis. None have been recaptured.
Advertises Seattle and Portland itineraries with higher rates and multi city options via Memphis St Louis Chicago or New Orleans. Tickets permit diver routing with stopovers both ways within limit, including special car par ex and escorted tours by agents from Charlotte North Carolina.
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