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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1918
Page
8
Mr A G Oliver of the Agricultural Extension Service warns that late hatched chicks struggle without shade. Shelter from sun helps growth and reduces mite risk. growing vegetation provides air cooling and insect seeds. Farmers can plant fruit trees, berries, and quick crops like corn to protect and feed chicks, improving gains and saving high feed costs.
North of Toul during a Sunday fight involving four American planes and six German planes one American pilot shot down an enemy biplane. An American aircraft was hit by an incendiary bullet and burst into flames within enemy lines. After brief combat the planes withdrew with little further aerial action.
A speaker describes a dream involving a huge chicken roast planted in a watermelon patch. The other person asks for details and shows interest in the bizarre scene. The dialogue uses dialect to convey a nighttime vision and humorous rural imagery.
Pursuant to a court order E W Scott guardian of Lessie E Scott will sell at public auction in Siloam Surry County on Lot No 21 described as 30 feet west of the old line to the alley. The parcel contains about one fourth acre. Terms: one half cash and the other half in 12 months. Title retained until paid. May 31 1918. E Scott Commissioner. Folger, Sean Folger, Attys.
Trustee announces sale of real estate in Mount Airy Township under a 1916 deed of trust by W B Roberts and Lily Roberts. The auction, for cash, is set in front of First National Bank on June 18 1918 at 1 PM. Property description follows Poplar Street block 29 and Shelton line references. R M Simmons, Trustee. May 10 1918.
Aird reports Brazilian public opinion favors joining the Entente by arms, with lawmakers pushing conscription and anti-German measures. Brazil has raised an army, built aviation units, sent detachments to London, and expanded shipping while citizens grow impatient for faster action.
Mrs F C Taylor of N Main St cites relief from bladder inflammation and backache after using Deans Kidney Pills. She reports improved kidney function, reduced dizziness, and strengthened nerves. The ad urges others with similar symptoms to buy Deans Kidney Pills for 60 cents at dealers.
Six months use of Chamberlains Tablets for indigestion brings Mrs. E Riley of Ilion praise. The message claims great relief and frequent use and notes availability everywhere for purchase.
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