Debating Union to Host Statewide High School Contests
In Chapel Hill interest rises for the High School Debating Union as 250 schools from 90 counties prepare for March 26 triangular debates. Winners advance to April 9 for the Aycock Memorial Cup final at the university. The topic is tariff subsidies for merchant marine.
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Chapel Hill
North Carolina
Thillegiate de
Pleasant Garden High
Winston-Salem High
Ces
State University
E. R. Rankin
Virgin
Florida
Kentucky
California
Oye
Hickory
Morganton
Lenoir
Increase Output of Gasoline
Washington. Secretary of the Interior Lane announced two discoveries promising major gains for American industry. Walter F. Rittman of the Bureau of Mines developed chemical processes after years of research. One could raise gasoline output by 200 percent for oil refiners and the other would enable production from crude petroleum of toluol and benzol, key bases for dyes and high explosives, historically supplied by Germany.
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Washington
Speaker Wooten Dies After Mobile Accident
Raleigh Feb 27 Hon E R Wooten speaker of the house of representatives died at 3 45 this afternoon from injuries suffered February 19 in a mobile accident that claimed the life of William T Aycock engrossing clerk of the senate and injured Senator Johnson of Duplin Pneumonia and local complications set in and proved fatal despite efforts to sustain him
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Wooten
Raleigh
E. R. Wooten
House of Representatives
William T. Aycock
Senate
Johnson
Duplin
Card of Thanks from Fry family
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our dear wife and mother. We shall always remember you through respectfully, F. L. Fry and family. And just why does the month of March 1¢ find one of Joe Cu pont
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F. L. Fry
Joe C.upont
Mrs. L. R. Whitener 1891–193? Prominent Hickory Woman
Mrs. L. R. Whitener a woman of estimable character and Christian service died recently after long illness. She married twice first to John I Morrill with one son Dr. Paul Ingold Morrill, then to L R Whitener who preceded her in death. She taught from age fifteen, studied at Catawba College, and was active in church and social circles. Funeral services were held at the Reformed church with Rev J L Murphy officiating and interment at Oakwood Cemetery. Her death drew deep bereavement across the city.
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L.R. Whitener
Morrill
LR Whitener
Reformed Church
J.L Murphy
Oakwood Cemetery
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Services Announced
Rev J H Wannemacher leads Sunday School at 9 45 a m Morning Service at 11 and Evening Service with themes Soul and For or Against Christ The public is cordially invited
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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
J.H. Wannemacher
How to Read Your Bible Verses and References
A devotional list pairing life situations with biblical passages. It cites Psalms 51 84 91 34 139 23 13 121 67 119 and chapters from Matthew Mark Luke John Romans James Hebrews Colossians 1 2 Corinthians 5 and Isaiah alongside guidance for faith hope courage and guidance.
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Jesus
James
Paul
Pawl
Proper Treatment for Billions
For a long time Miss Lula Skelton of Churchville N Ill was ill and had sick headache and dizzy spells. Chamberlains Tablets were the only thing that are her permanent relief for sale by Menzies Drug Co and Sutzs Drug Store.
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Lula Skelton
Churchville
Chamberlain
Menzies Drug Co
Sutz
War Remains Topic in Fragmentary Note
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a wartime discussion with phrases about continuing combat or support. The readable bits reference conflict terms and a lingering duty, but no clear events, dates, or involved names emerge from the snippet.
Journey to Luebo on the Kasai River 1914 Diary Entry
A 1914 diary recounts a voyage from Leopoldville via the Kasai to Luebo. The party describes river hazards, shipboard life aboard the Madelaine and Lapsley, encounters with hippos and buffalo, language studies, native services, and the final arrival to meet fellow missionaries at Lebo after a long upriver trek.
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Leopoldville
Congo
Stanley
Little Company
Madelaine
Compegnie du
Inday
Kwamouth
Kasai Witch
Mushie
Lac Leopold Deux
Dima Tods
Lapsley
Compagnie du Kasai
Harper’s Magazine
Leubo
Luebo
Teir
Basongo
Basonzo
Sankurn
Iver
Kasai
Carolina
Asherville
Unlna
Scott
T Tose
Lebo
Mr. Scott
Colonel Writes 1 Interesting Letter in Hickory News
A Letter from a local correspondent in Hickory notes rural life in late February. It reports farm work, health, a church whiskey incident leading to injuries, and reflections on Rev J H Shuford’s genealogical journalism. The column mentions local residents, new telephones, anniversaries, land moves, and a move to housekeeping as the writer travels and adapts to a new language.
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Hickory
R-1
Rolly
L. Shuford
Demostat
Isaac
Dobson
Job
Jacob Yoder
America
Tanyard
Abel
Hop Creek
Hickory Road
Jacob’s Fo Township
Henry
Fanny Shuford
Rosa May
Shelb
G. M. Yoder
Carter Protests At Comey Island Inquiry Hearing
A February protest led by Judge Frank Carter against delays in a formal inquiry into his official and moral conduct drew about two hundred spectators at Comey Island. The scene flavored by strong rhetoric and calls for timely action, as Carter’s stance invoked the general assembly and a lower-house committee.
Death removes Corn Woman of Highland
Highland March 1 reports the death of Mrs. Fry wife of L. Fry after pneumonia. She left nine sons and five daughters, four daughters living, age 69. Funeral at Friendship cemetery in Alexander County conducted by Rev. M. J. Heinicke. The bereaved family receive sympathy. Other notes mention Mrs. Henry Lael ill, the Shuford Mill Co. adding to the mill, Monroe Alred in charge, and several new births in February. Population of Highland may grow.
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Highland, Mar
Highland
Moses Fry
Stephen’s Evangelical Lutheran Sharch
Missouri Synod
Friendship Cemetery
Alexander County
M. J. Heinicke
Hickory
Nda
Henry Lael
Peter Hunt
Shuford Mill Co
Monroe Alred
Perry Hefner
Harry Hunt
Frye Represented Lenoir College in Intercollegiate Speech Contest
Mr James Frye, senior at Lenoir College, spoke at the Intercollegiate Peace Orators contest held in Raleigh on February 19. Colleges participating included Trinity Wake Forest UNC Aford Elon and Davidson. Atlantic Christian College won first prize, Wake Forest earned second with $50, and Frye delivered a graceful, dignified performance on World Peace.
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James Frye
Our’ City
Lenoir College
C Ollege
Leigh
Trini Wake Forest
Lenoir
University North Carolina
A.ford
Elon
Davidson
Represen
Atlantic Christian College
Wake Forest
Bey
College
Fry
Keep Your Bowels Regular
Odd earnest ad style notes bowels as sewerage and prescribes Chamberisin Cough Tablets after supper to fix constipation. Mentions Lutz's Drug Store and Menzies Drug Co as sellers. Also promotes Dean's Ointment for eczema and skin irritation, claiming a little lasts long and is safe for children at 50c per ounce.
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Chamberisin
Lutz
Menzies Drag Co
Dean
Pine Forest Antiseptic Heals Ailments Ad Card
An old ad promotes Piney Forests antiseptic remedy claiming it clears throat improves vigor. The pitch urges readers to buy a bottle at storefronts and druggists, noting a 25 cent price and local availability.
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Bes Pine-TorHloney
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