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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1909
Page
4
The notice lists subscription terms for one year cash in advance at $1.00, six months and three months options, advertising rates with transient at 26 cents and preferred position at 35, yearly contracts, and an 10 inch column. Dated Thursday September 23, 1909.
The county faces a decisive good roads question. Farmers and townspeople alike value better roads for crops, homes, schools, and churches. A petition drive will seek votes for or against, with обещed careful spending and honest work by those who build them. Be a helper, not a kicker, and help make roads a reality.
Minnesota Governor Johnson has died, a loss to the nation amid the crisis. The Democrat party notes his life of reform and public service, calling him a great social reformer and a sacrifice for the common good.
The article disputes whether Cook or Peary reached the North Pole. It notes liberal doubts about both claims. Evidence cited favors neither, relying on contradictory statements between Cook and Peary and outside corroboration remains lacking.
Prof D Anna Marrit of Lexington Kentucky received a telegram from his father announcing plans to marry Miss Nellie Winn that night in Hickory and to reside there Wednesday. Miss Winn from Versailles near Lexington has many friends who welcomed her in the area last summer. The couple will have the best wishes of the community.
Miss Candace Henkel, confined by paralysis for over two years, enjoyed a rare outing with her family. Her brother Tom Henkel drove her to his home for a bountiful dinner, then to visit Lenoir College and other sites she hadn’t seen since his illness began.
Next Sunday starts a series of meetings at the Presbyterian Church with a children's service at 11 o'clock. Rev Alberto Cloto will speak during the morning service and the pastor will preach on a ship and its pilot. Sunday night service follows at 7 30 with Conditions for a Revival. Rev Shields begins Monday, preaching through the week, with daytime and evening sessions. Men urged to join the 10 o'clock Bible study in the church parlor. Boys' Brigade meets at 3 o'clock and the missionary societies convene Monday. All are warmly invited to attend.
Stockholders of the Shuford Mill Company held an organization meeting Saturday electing G. H. Geitner as president G. F. Ivey as vice president A. A. Shuford Jr as secretary and A. A. Shuford Sr as treasurer The capital stock subscribed is 100000 and no further stock will be issued for now Construction timing remains undecided with power to be supplied by Southern Power Company.
J A Martin, known as the gladest man in town, recently celebrated the birth of his first son on September 18. Neighbors note his joy, while Zeb Buchanan reportedly tore up his hat in congratulations and left in a bareheaded mood. The glad father enjoys a fresh lease on life with a new hat and a new smile.
McCoy Moretz has sold his 8th Avenue residence and will start building a sizable home on his farm in South Hickory, part of the Barger lands, possibly beginning this week.
Mr T D Payne of Charlotte visited relatives here from Saturday to Tuesday. He has lived in Charlotte nine years and now serves as clerk and vice president of W T McCoy and Co Furniture dealers. He notes the business is strong and prospects suggest the panic is over.
Notice announces discounted round trip fares via Southern railway to New York for the Hudson Fulton Celebration. Tickets on sale September 23–30, 1909 with return valid through October 10, 1909. For details contact Southern railway agents or write RI Vernon D P A Charlotte NC.
Tuesday afternoon, Sept 14, Miss Alice Lang hosted four tables of euchre with Mrs. Bryan Jones winning first prize. Miss Schaffer of Durham and Mrs. Ed Shuford drew for consolation, the former securing it. Framed pictures served as prizes amid fruit-punch, ice cream, cake, and abundant flowers. The Hickory Book Club met Sept 15 on Miss Wheeler’s porch to plan the year, with Mrs. Royster presiding in Mrs. J A Martin’s absence. Refreshments followed, next meeting set for Oct 20 with Mrs. Martin. The Thursday Study Book Club gathers at Mrs. C. C. Bost’s tonight.
Conover notes update on Prof R A tisenott and his wife returning from eastern Massachusetts in good health. Mrs S A Mauney of Kings Mountain may visit family this week. Gora Yount and Eula Yount swap teaching roles at Hickory Graded school others: Mary Ellen Smyre returns to Kings Mountain to teach. Rudolph Wagner travels to Richmond seeking work. Concordia College opens with more pupils. Discussion on biblical higher criticism and discipline at home school and church. Dr Stiles warns against confusing hookworm with malaria. one case cured in Conover. Prof Romoser away in Virginia on synod business.
Banner Elk shows a prosperous Elk valley with Beech and Sugar mountains surrounding the town. Lees-McCrae Institute, led by Rev. Edgar Taft, trains girls in academics and arts, with six teachers and about 150 pupils. The school supports its students through industrial work, dormitory life, and homecare, enriching both character and future homes.
Greensboro correspondent reports T F Coble, a chain gang guard, shot and killed Will Turner during an escape attempt near Capt Tyson's camp. County commissioners offered $200 for Coble's capture, as he remains at large after reportedly aiding two escapes. Local and visiting residents are noted in updates on teaching staff and events.
A reader advertisement announces a subscription offer for The Democrat priced at one dollar per year in advance.
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