State Attitude on Child Labor Laws Sparks Opposing Resolutions
Raleigh Aug 21 The push to place a child labor amendment before the general assembly prompts opposition from multiple groups. Mecklenburg representatives receive letters urging swift unfavourable action, led by the Quality Milk Producers Association and Mecklenburg Farm Bureau Federation. They oppose federal control, citing state rights, parental authority, and varying regional conditions, while arguing current North Carolina and other states handle the issue effectively.
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Raleigh
Congress
General Assembly
Mecklenburg County
W. R. Matthews
Quality Milk Producers Association
W. ®. Baker
R. C. Black
Joseph H. Robinson
Mecklenburg Farms Bureau
H. G. Ashcraft
Mecklenburg County Farm Bureau Federation
National Congress
Washington
Agria
North Carolina
Primary Changes Raise County Rights Question
The article reports turmoil over the absentee law and primary processes in Buncombe and other counties. Allegations of misuse of certificates and tobacco coupons surface as legislators consider local bills and the child labor amendment. Governors weigh submission with debate possible, and adjournment looms after a brief special session.
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Buncombe
Ebbs
Legislative session ends as ports terminals bill passed
The House and Senate wrap the session with the ports terminals measure approved on third reading and the sinking fund amendment disposed of. A railroad resolution faced intense opposition including Gov Morrison directing three members to oppose. Governor’s move and debates over state ownership of railroads dominated, with criticism of charges against senators and calls to avoid aiding private interests.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
House
Senate
Morrison
Nat Townsend
Walter Murphy
H. G. Connor, Jr
Bowie
R. O. Everett
Burgwyn
Everett
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Mark Squires
Cannon-Fetzer Store Undergoing Interior Repairs
The Cannon-Fetzer Co clothing store is being repainted with ceilings walls shelves counters and show windows refinished. Work proceeds in sections to avoid interrupting business and should finish by week’s end. The rebuilt interior will present a fresh look ahead of new fall lines and displays of hats already draw attention.
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Cannon-Fetzer Co
Cannon- Fetzer
Oldest newspapers include the Peking Gazette from ancient times
The Peking Gazette, founded in the Tang dynasty, is cited as the oldest newspaper tradition, though it ceased publication in 1200, marking a historic shift in news culture.
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Peking Gazette
Davidson County Home Repairs Prompt Possible Indictment
Davidson county commissioners face possible indictments if they do not immediately carry out grand jury recommendations to repair and improve the county home for the aged and infirm. Judge Thad Bryson demanded action, noting only 15 to 16 cents tax yield, and urged bonding or borrowing to fund the work.
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Lexington
Board of Commissioners
Davidson County
Thad Bryson
Bryson
Poly
Frank Spruill
Davidson
Thad
Court Sees Few Courthouse Attendees Hear Racial Murder Trial Edict
The courthouse crowd shrank as the judge announced a firm directive aimed at aligning county actions with community wishes regarding the murder case involving a Black defendant. The event’s intensity left many attendees frustrated as the trial’s episode closed with the judge’s forceful stance.
State Council Degree For the Junior Order Opens Convention
ASHEVILLE Aug 20 One hundred thirty new member delegates to the State Council Junior Order United American Mechanics were brought through the state council degree in the opening session of the convention at a local hotel. Robert N. Gant of Salisbury became state councillor, succeeding J M Sharpe of Reidsville. Sam Vance of Kernersville completed 26 years as state secretary, chosen by acclamation after unopposed nominations. Other unopposed candidates include G P Hood of Elizabeth City.
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Asheville
State Council
Order United American Mechanics
Robert N. Gant
Salisbury
J. M. Sharpe
Reidsville
Sam Vance
Kernersville
G. P. Hood
Elizabeth City
Hay Fever Sufferers Can Stay at Home This Year
A Cleveland specialist offers Dr Platts Annex Prescription Rinex capsules to neutralize hay fever poison from pollen. Claiming relief within hours, the ad promotes a free 24 hour trial from a druggist and a week’s course for $1 with money back guarantee.
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Cleveland
Johnny Dundee forfeits featherweight title
NEW YORK Aug 20 Johnny Dundee a 13 year veteran forfeited his world featherweight crown as he cannot make the 126 pound limit. He will continue fighting in junior lightweight ranks and asked the State Athletic Commission to take custody of the featherweight title until a new holder is found.
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New York
Johnny Dundee
Dundee
State Atheletic Commission
Skilled builders migrate from Britain to new lands
During the first nine months of last year twenty thousand three hundred nine skilled workers in the building trades left Great Britain for new lands, signaling a significant emigration trend among tradesmen seeking opportunities abroad.
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Great Britain
White House Coffee Opens Southern Plant in Portsmouth
The Dwinell-Wright Company will establish a full new factory in Portsmouth Virginia for White House Coffee and Tea to better serve the Southern territory. It will match the efficiency of Boston and Chicago plants with careful selection and roasting of cacao beans to maintain quality. The Southern plant will be managed by Southern personnel to cooperate with regional grocers and serve Southern consumers.
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White House
South
Dwinell-Wright Company
Portsmouth
Virginia
Boston
Chicago
Southern
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