Model convict defends North Carolina prison life
A prisoner serving 24 years for second degree murder writes from Raleigh’s state prison defending conditions under Superintendent George R Poll and Captain K B Ewing. He asserts no inhuman treatment exists, praises moral improvement and religious meetings, and challenges Prisoners Relief Society founder E E Dudding’s allegations. He claims support for state officials and emphasizes discipline over punishment.
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Raleigh
George R. Poll
E. E. Duadding
Prisoners’ Relief Society
Washington
Joseph G. Lucas
Durham
K. B. King
North Carolina
United States
Prisoners’ Relief, Society
TE. E. Dudding
L. B. Ewing
E. E. Dudding
Kr. B. Ewing
Dudding
Old North
Fedesing
Prisoners Speak Out On Treatment In State House
A prisoner defender asserts that inmates are treated as men not animals and claims prison reforms improve moral and spiritual life. He disputes reports of harsh conditions and states that daily life includes decent meals and quarters, despite accusations. The piece notes Lucas lists a former address as Charlotte, N. CG.
Giles Advocates Farm Ownership To Drive Drainage Gain
Senator D F Giles of Marion told the North Carolina Drainage Association that mixing the human element with soil requires soil ownership. He urged a program to make farmers owners to boost production, arguing sustaining income depends on integrating people with land.
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Naw
Bern
D. F. Giles
Marion
State Farm Loan Commission
North Carolina Drainage Association
North Carolina
North Carolina Dainage Association
North Carolina Farm Commission Aims to Aid Tenant Farmers
A northern style farm commission in North Carolina would mirror building and loan associations by aiding tenant farmers in rural counties. The plan stresses increasing yield per acre and lowering production costs through state action, cooperation, and organized support for progress and development.
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North ‘Carolina
North Carolina
Denmark
Sweden
Europe
Commission
North Caro
Odested
Changes at Sheraton desk brighten lobby ambiance
Several minor desk rearrangements at the Sheraton have enhanced the lobby’s overall beauty and function. The desk tops have been raised to improve convenience for guests and staff.
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The
Sheraton
Jeweled Girdles Featured on Elaborate Gowns
The jeweled girdle decorates gowns cloaks and negligees as jeweled embroidery rapidly gains popularity in fashion circles.
Williams Mfg Co Pile Ointment for Piles
A historical advertisement for Williams Pile Ointment claiming to aid blind, bleeding and itching piles. Sold by druggists with mail orders priced at 50 cents and one dollar, from Williams Manufacturing Company, Cleveland.
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Ecar Gress
Williams
Williams Mfg. CO
Cleveland
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S. J. Busbee
C. J. Rhem
F.G
Giles
National Toilet CO
Paris
Tenn
George R. Dobie & Co
Certified Public Accountant
Rocky Mount, N. C
National Bank of Rocky Mount Building
Greensboro
N. C
Huntley - Stockton - ID
Perri Bay
Cole
America
Cole's
High Point Hardware CO
South Main St
Simmons
Iate
Peoples House
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