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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1922
Page
2
Mt Airy North Carolina June 15 1922 subscription rates listed by J and Johnson Son publishers. One year six months and other terms shown. Entered as second class matter at Mount Airy post office under March 1872 act.
An essay argues current schooling is rooted in early professional aims and fails many students. It proposes adding manual training for those less able at book learning, teaching welding, carpentry, and domestic skills to expand practical outcomes for both boys and girls.
The piece argues that true independence in schools depends on replacing current school board members who ignore radical ideas with leaders focused on practical governance rather than prestige. It contends reform would widen access and ensure funds benefit a larger portion of the population.
A local advisory note warns residents to verify stock values before buying and to consult bankers before investing. It cites aggressive sales in rural areas and notes many stocks trade far under their former prices with little or no returns. Bankers in the county are viewed as reliable, free sources of safe guidance.
A thoughtful citizen argues no fences along street lines foster harmony as families mix more freely. The piece notes rare spite fences, previews a trend toward neighborly living, and suggests education and enlightenment improve the community’s state.
An editorial criticizes city officials for neglecting Cherry Street while a sewer line blocks half the road. The hospital access is hampered as the street remains in poor condition, with no clear reason given for uneven work since the sewer project affects both sides.
Pearl Beck nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Harris Beck of Flat Rock died Tuesday from a fractured skull after falling from the roof of a small out building while playing. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon and burial followed at Sutphin graveyard.
The district of Surry and Stokes saw Hon. BR. L. Haymore win State Senate nomination by a small margin. Opponent Maguire seeks to challenge votes in Stokes with possible precinct invalidations while lawyers race to Raleigh to press their cases and influence the state board of elections. Haymore’s anti bond stance on road funding draws opposition as backers push for more bonds and senatorial courtesy looms in Raleigh.
The church lists Sunday morning worship at 11 00 a m with 9 45 a m series and 7 00 p m B Y P U later. Evening services at 8 00 p m Wednesday prayer service at 8 00 p m The Woman's Missionary Society meeting is postponed to Monday at 8 00 p m John Midkiff to represent Philathea class at Hendersonville Baraca Philathea union. no Baraca representative. Music by Mr Olive. Miss Mary Haynes to represent senior B Y P U Theodore Reece resigns as senior B Y P U president. Warren Davis elected. Rev J H Fulghum to lead Sunday services in pastor's absence. kitchen for women via annex project. Baraca room and assembly space to be used. minor cost increase expected but beneficial.
Sixteen members of the local troop joined Scout-master William Merritt for an outing last Friday. They hiked several miles above town to a camp supper and camp-fire meeting, completed some second class tests, then shared ghost tales and jokes after the meal.
The opening dance of the season took place at White Sulphur Springs Saturday evening with the Pab Pieman Chinnati Six orchestra providing music. A good crowd from Winston Salem Elkin and nearby townships arrived by car for the event.
A Swarthmore Chautauqua critique praises the program while urging Mount Airy to expand access by funding tickets for poor children or disadvantaged youths. The writer argues that broader participation would foster music, lectures, and civic spirit, creating a better, happier town and future leaders.
H. K. Boyer will preach at Central Methodist Church next Sunday morning for Scouts, both Boy and Girl. The event invites local troops to attend and hear the sermon.
Candidate Brim addresses voters in Surry County asking for support or opposition to his run for Register of Deeds. He frames his appeal as an open-book test of merit and thanks supporters while noting his willingness to serve.
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