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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
2
An item indicates registration or classification related to second class mail matter entered at the Mount Airy North Carolina post office. The note references mail handling status and official posting within the postal system.
North Carolina Democrats gathered in Charlotte last week to nominate a governor candidate amid a drawn out debate between Craig, Horne, and Kitchin factions. The session stretched from Friday morning to Saturday dawn, ending in defiant cheers from supporters and warnings of future political reform.
The Horse people at Charlotte bought all horns from local stores to rival the Craig and Kitchin supporters. A small five inch horn caused a squeak audible over a yard as W Cycler received a 3 cent device. Mr. Carter led the parade with his horn, marching loyally as a soldier-farmer follower.
The Leader, a nonpartisan voice, forecasts James F. Kitchin winning North Carolina this fall by a record breaking margin, signaling strong support for his candidacy.
The News editor witnessed the first roll call in Charlotte and stayed until the Governor was named. He praised the congenial people and noted Charlotte as the state’s largest city with unmatched citizenship and progressiveness.
The Republican candidate for President is a Unitarian in faith. Some of the greatest men of America have belonged to this church and the fact that Mr. Taft is a member will be sure to give wide publicity to the Unitarian doctrine. There are plenty of men who know nothing of the doctrine today who will be denouncing it in a month.
The successful candidates will travel to watering places to rest a month while delegates who exhausted their resources will take a day to recover before resuming work. They are richer and wiser for their experience.
Old soldiers recall the Charlotte Convention as a clash of interest, likened to a major battle in intensity but without physical danger. They say the gathering was a defining moment, stirring strong emotions and sharp debates among attendees.
The rivals label his stance as dangerous democracy he counters that his is a courageous form. He insists his approach is bold and principled, aiming to empower citizens and strengthen governance.
The article notes Solicitor Graves and Alderman A. E. Smith report severe cords and impaired vocal organs while others from Charlotte offer an alternative explanation based on their presence in the city.
A bystander notes a man who stands on a seat for hours shouting for his candidate like a war dancer. He is likely to catch a cold or suffer a vocal ailment that could affect his voice and health.
Explanation hinges on changing civic mood and local customs as the Fourth of July loses some former prominence in these parts. Observers note fewer large gatherings and a shift to quieter celebrations, reflecting broader social changes and evolving entertainment options.
Surry delegates recall the oft repeated phrase about Horne, a line that lingers as a symbolic figure of speech. The crowd reflects on past remarks and their enduring impact on local politics.
The passage describes delegates at Charlite pressing personal effort as key to a candidate's success and urges Surrey Democrats to maintain momentum to restore the county to the Democratic party. It emphasizes collective action and resolve with a call to continue the steam of effort.
At the Greenwood home near Round Peak Miss Addie Greenwood married Matt Satterfield of the area. Rev. Z E Earnhardt officiated in the home cot. The couple visited Round Peak before moving to live with Mr and Mrs F Satterfield. He will work with his father in law’s mercantile and milling business.
Mrs John Ashby hosted a Tuesday afternoon reception on Main Street from 4 30 to 6 30. Guests included Mesdames A F Messick W F Clayton Miss Amy Van Vleck and Miss Miller with musical selections by local ladies and refreshments served in pink and white decor.
A medical advertisement asserts deafness is incurable by local applications and can only be treated by constitutional remedies. It links deafness to inflammation of the Eustachian tube and chronic mucous infection, promising a reward for cures not responding to a specific remedy and inviting readers to request circulars.
Elizabeth Long celebrated her seventh birthday at her parents home, Captain and Mrs. W. H. Long, on Franklin Street. About thirty children attended, enjoying lawn games and refreshments, with each guest receiving a small souvenir.
Mr. A. M. Short offers two rental houses on North Main Street. One home has eight rooms, the other five rooms.
Last Friday night at the Roth home a group of young people gathered to honor guest Miss Edna Forney of Greensboro. Miss Maude Ring won the dominoes game with Roy Bell as consolation. refreshments included ices and cake.
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