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Newspaper
Kings Mountain Herald
Location
Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1952
Page
15
Mrs Lowance presents a pioneering music book aimed at lay readers explaining music through familiar experiences. The work argues access to good music and regular listening can develop appreciation, guiding readers to a broader, more confident musical understanding.
Sterchi's Kings Mountain store, led by J. K. Blanton, placed seventh in GE's seven week Pot of Gold sales contest among 38 stores, earning cash prizes for staff as major GE appliances drove standings. The report notes Gastonia store finished second in the same contest.
George H. Houser was installed as incoming president of the Lions Club, with officers and directors named. A plaque honored Hubert Davidson for 100 percent secretary attainment, and multiple members received perfect attendance pins. Fire alarms reports from A. R. Alexander residence and Bumgardner property followed, plus a cotton bloom report and a brief note from the Griers thanking Rev. Garvin and church members during Charlie Grier’s illness.
Cleveland county dairy industry grows as more farmers enter dairying. County agent Howard Clapp notes dairying offers steady income, with producers earning over 1500 dollars in 1951. Vanilla remains the top ice cream flavor at 45.41 percent, followed by chocolate, strawberry, and cherry vanilla.
Vaughn G Roberts a student at Virginia State Petersburg is in the ROTC Summer Camp at Fort Lee Virginia. The six week field program covers bivouac night problems marches weapons firing and demonstrations of Quartermaster equipment and techniques. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Earnest B Roberts Rt 1 Box 73 Kings Mountain North Carolina.
A hazy baseball note shows a junior lineup facing EEE with tight play and errant hits. Pitcher Anderson props up the mound while Pettus and Randall contribute on offense in a preliminary nine innings.
Promoted Lt George Tolleson, husband of Mrs Betty Lynch Tolleson, and son of Mr and Mrs W W Tolleson, now serves as first lieutenant with Company C 65th Engineer Combat Battalion 25th Infantry Division in Korea.
Ballard, a former Lenoir Rhyne pitcher and World War II veteran, excelled in semi pro play and joined the Shelby Farmers. He hit .368 last season and .388 this season, sparking a win over Marion to keep Shelby within a half game of first. He is the son of Mrs. J F Ballard and the late Mr Ballard. his wife is the former Betty Roberts. Lincolnton and Shelby rivals ignite fan excitement.
Qt and Mrs. Thomas D Tindall and son Tommy resume home on Shelby Road after Mr. Tindall's release from active duty with the army He served 1942 to 1946 and from Sept 3 1950 to Nov 2 1951 with the 311th Station Hospital reserve unit later at Fort Benning Ga He rejoined Life Insurance Company of Georgia as Kings Mountain agent and is a member of First Baptist Church JAYCEES MEET TUESDAY Junior Chamber of Commerce meets Tuesday at 7 p m at Masonic dining hall no program announced
Samuel Huffstetler son of Mr and Mrs R T Huffstetler route 1 Kings Mountain has been promoted to airman first class according to a letter to his parents from Major B J Smith commanding officer of Huffstetlers squadron stationed at Albrook AFB Canal Zone Major Smith states Huffstetlers diligence and attention to duty led to his selection from among other qualified airmen.
A letter from Arthur Hay Agency Kings Mountain praises handling of a claim. The customer expresses high satisfaction with the agency and insurer, calling the adjustment exemplary and the advertisement a strong showcase of service.
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