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Newspaper
Kings Mountain Herald
Location
Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1938
Page
4
Cavored as second class matter at the Post Office at Kings Mountain under the Act of March 3 1879. Published every Thursday by WeralD Publishing HoUsE Maywood E Lynch Wdntertanager.
Fragment of a verse praising removing hate by gentle care. Mentions sun, cheerfulness, roots, stems, faith, and love. Includes call to flowers as symbols of affection and community harmony.
A Gastonia Gazette reflection questions whether elections could be clean if voters chose without influence from ward heelers or paid workers. It argues candidates with character should prevail, but notes today’s system often rewards money and machine support over integrity. The piece urges readers to seek decent government through thoughtful, independent voting.
A historical, fragmentary appeal emphasizes freedom of speech and denounces violence, urging political leaders to allow debate and condemning any threatening acts. It warns of fire risks from dry debris and vacant lots, urging property owners to keep areas clean and monitor for fires during dangerous seasons.
A noisy Friday update recalls drama and sightings: Dick with Dolly, P. G. with a girl, Faye's redhead, Eppie’s secret, and a green Pontiac from Shelby. Notes tease Cora Herisson, Jackie's dating, and local crushes from Waccamaw to Gastonia while Henry Ford is praised as the richest man in America.
National chairmen Sentinels of the Republic praise Commencement Day as a celebration of American youth and the country as the land of opportunity. The piece urges young graduates to value freedom of conscience and speech and to pursue enterprise with courage to guard their homes and lives.
The local chapter of the American Red Cross voted to aid Chinese nationals at a recent board meeting in response to a request from the National Office. Members were asked to raise at least $2600, with donations payable to Mr. BL Nell at First National Bank due by June 16 for reporting.
A purebred Guernsey Bull Archdale Foremost Prince 268433 was recently sold by P M Netsler of Kings Mountain North Carolina to D A Cline of Iram Found Guernsey Cattle Club Peterborough New Hampshire.
The A. R. P. Church Men’s Bible Class led by W. E. Blakely will meet this Sunday morning with the Central Methodist Men’s Class. Blakely will teach. The following Sunday the Methodist group will gather for joint study and discussion.
Mrs J W Phillips and family visit relatives while Mr De F Hart plans remodeling on King Street. Miss Lucy Kiser returns from Lileaville where she taught. Ming Addie Weir of Charlotte visits her parents for a few days. Mrs B S Welf meets with the P Clues as Teacher J R Davis continues on the job.
Fragmentary lines hint at a past event or feud involving a figure named Sloth and an unnamed party. The text references preparation or schemes to prevent someone from entering or affecting a scene, with unclear chronology and minimal context.
A fragmentary reminiscence centers on Tom Sawyer whitewashing as he and friends imitate the classic tale. Aunt Polly guides him to a teane task while townsfolk, chores, and daily school notes blend with a Sunday mood. Polly and a motherly cast shape a small town tableau.
In a meandering Round-Up by George, softball is the day’s major topic as Lynch and others share blame or praise. The piece wryly notes political talk on foot and sport, mentioning Stags beating the P. O. 22 to 2 and references to Uncle Sam’s mail and local figures Thornton Harrill and K. M. Logan amid casual gossip.
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