Commencement Week Highlights At Claremont College
Claremont College observed its thirty fourth annual commencement with a student play Lucia Lover directed by Miss Ruth Abernethy. Dr M Vines of Charlotte delivered the baccalaureate sermon from Matthew about lives with and without character, praising selflessness and foresight. The art exhibit featured hand painted china and portraits under Miss Barringer. The annual concert included Elzabeth Helbrook's piano solo Rhapsodie Hongroise No 6. W A Self of the city gave the graduation address on The Friend of Man, followed by prize awards.
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Claremont College
Lucia’ Lover
Ruth Abernethy
Dramatic Club
the Colles
M. Vines
Charlotte
Matthew
Mary Ramsay
W. A. Self
Cross of Gold Award Winners at Local College
Miss Davie Boyd of Lee county received the Cross of Gold for best conduct and influence among students. Miss Catherine Best of Mortention and Miss Vera Pritchett of Guilford county won prizes for keeping the warmest room. Miss Glenn Anna Lentz of Rowan county fed the class and never missed a class, maintaining a 99 average. Thirteen graduates were named, eleven in literary studies, one in art, one in music. The class includes Emma Bonner Hickory Catherine Clement Hickory Anna Hartman Rowan county Ethel Lipppard Concord Lilly Hall Crowell Newton Mae Livengood Thomasville Antha Mae Lytle Hickory Lena Peck Concord Virginia Sellers Hickory Lulalee Wolfe Hickory Elizabeth Holbrook Brookford Kate McKay Clinton NC. Plans for summer improvements include buildings and grounds beautification. The board of trustees praised the school’s condition and the past year as highly successful.
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Davie Boyd
Lee County
Catherine Best
Mortenton
Vera Pritchett
Guilford County
Glenn Anna Lentz
Rowan County
Emma Bonner
Hickory
Catherine Clement
Anna Hartman
Ethel Lippard
Concord
Lilly Hall Crowall
Newton
Mae Livengood
Thomasville
Antha Mae Lytle
Lena Peck
Virginia Sellers
Lulalee Wolfe
Elzabeth Holbrook
Brookford
Kate McKay
Clinton
N. C
District Luther League Convention at Holy Trinity
Forty four delegates plus two ministers attended the District Luther League Convention at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church last Thursday. Rev. J. H. Wannemacher gave the welcome. Rev. A. R. Beck of Dallas replied. Revs. J. D. Mauney W Tate and M. L. Stirewall spoke to an appreciative audience. The convention president was elected to represent the District at the National Convention in Baltimore in September. A reception for visiting delegates and ministers at the parsonage followed, attended by about 130 people.
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District Luther League
Luther League
Holy Trinity Lutherian Church
J. H. Wannemacher
A. R. Beck
Dallas
J. D. Mauney
W Tate
M. L. Stirewall
Baltimore
Holy Trinity
Railroad Worker Dies After Yard Accident
Lock Hull, a 2 colored railway employee, died Tuesday after a pole broke while crew pushed a car on a siding. He lived in the city and had years of service with the railroad. EW Lentz chosen Chief of Police. W S Ton to assist, declined post. Fire department officers re-appointed. Prof C M Staley re-elected Hickory Schools superintendent. Hear Dr Steel Thursday night, the 21st.
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Lock Hull
C. & Ne W. Railway
Montana Brings Home Fallen From Vera Cruz Mission
The armored cruiser Montana anchored off the Battery at 12:85 and lay in view of New York while bearing the bodies of seventeen men who died in Vera Cruz. A solemn tribute unfolded along the sea wall as thousands joined to honor the fallen sailors and marines. The Wyoming, Mayflower, and escort vessels stood by during the daylight vigil.
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Vera Cruz
Montana
New York
Battery Park
Wyoming
New York World
Dr Fry to Be Married in Knoxville Tonight
A wedding of interest to Hickory residents will occur tonight in Knoxville Tennessee. Mrs Dr Fry of this city will wed Dr Boxley of Kirksville Kentucky by appointment. After the ceremony they will reside in Kirksville. J Boxley is held in high esteem locally and friends here extend best wishes for the couple.
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Knoxville
Tenn
Dr. Fry
Dr. Boxley
Kirkeville
Mediation plan weighs future Mexican government
Washington reports three South American mediators are drafting a plan to form a provisional government in Mexico with Huerta and the Constitutionalists each represented. Details remain unconfirmed as officials await formal submission to American and Mexican delegates at Niagara Falls next Monday.
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Washington
Huerta
Mexico
State Department
Niagara Falls
Canada
Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Safe Constipation Relief
Dodson's Liver Tone claims to replace calomel a deadly mercury based remedy. The advertisement touts a vegetable formula that eases constipation without stomach upset or interference with daily routines. It offers a money back guarantee and a purchase price refund if not satisfied.
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Dodson
Moser & Lantz
Rem Cay
Notte Lotd
Wilson Hopes for Peace and Mediation in Mexico
Washington May 12 Cabinet members voiced confidence that mediation would avert war with Mexico after President Wilson discussed the situation with his officials. He hopes no untoward incidents at the border cloud the Niagara Falls reconferences starting Monday. Dr Sam Steel is to speak at the Hub Theatre on the 21st under Baraca Philathea class sponsorship.
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Wilson
Washington
United States
Mexico
Willson
Niagara Falls
Sam Steel
Amoris
Philosphyas
Hub
Methodist Church
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T. F. Bogle
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Bea Booster
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