Mount Airy notice of second class mailing status
Notice stating mail matter is entered as second class at Mount Airy post office under the 1872 act of Congress.
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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
2
Politics heat up as Democrats rally around governor race
Local Democrats brace for a heated governor contest with Morrison and Gardner supporters active. Republicans see a quiet year aside from sheriff, while party leaders debate candidate strength, possible county and legislative contests, and the impact on party unity and national chances.
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Morrison
Gardner
A. D. Folger
Sheriff Belton
Tom Samuels
Mt. Airy
Arthur Ashburn
Shoals
W. L. Alberty
Marsh Township
Eldridge
A. E. Tilley
Recorders Court
Superior Court
W. W. Hampton
Dobson
Congress
Major Stedman
United States
Installation of Masonic Officers for Granite Lodge
Granite Lodge No. 322 A F M holds a regular communication in the Masonic hall this Thursday night June 24 at 8. Officers elected at the last meeting will be installed: W R Simpson Worshipful Master John Sobotta Senior Warden M F Patterson Junior Warden W M Johnson Senior Deacon W W Christian Junior Deacon Len Steward.
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Granite Lodge
Masonic Hall
W. R. Simpson
John Sobotta
M. F. Patterson
W. M. Johnson
W. W. Christian
Len Steward
Democrats face San Francisco convention over wet plank question
National issues loom as the Democratic convention in San Francisco next week debates platform lines. Critics warn a pro liquor plank could win some factions while alienating farmers and laborers, while Republicans are accused of catering to the rich with a weak platform.
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San Francisco
Sta
League of Nations
Wat
Notice to Submit Copy By Tuesday For Weekly Paper
The ushers of The News request all copy be in the office by Tuesday afternoon. The paper will press on the last side late Wednesday afternoon with copy due by 9 AM Wednesday. Business ads benefit from early submission Monday or Tuesday to avoid rush and ensure proper display.
Boy Loses Two Fingers in Farm Machinery Incident
Little Tom P. Jimison Jr. of Winston-Salem, formerly of this city, lost two fingers on his left hand about three weeks ago when he was in the country and his fingers were caught in farm machinery. L. L. Lowe of Westfield was a visitor here Monday.
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Tom P. Jimison Jr
Winston-Salem
Reward Offered For Fake Agent In Mount Airy News Fraud
The News offers 25 dollars for evidence to convict a man working the county as an agent for The Mount Airy News and the Progressive Farmer. He claimed to be editor's brother and living in Mount Airy, and advertised a fake semi weekly paper deal. Reports say he used the name J K Johnson and claimed ownership in The News. Authorities seek tips to locate and bring him to justice.
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the News
Mount Airy
Dobson, R. F. D
J. K. Johnson
A. L. Mabe
New Town Hall Receives Four Hundred Seats For General Use
Over four hundred comfortable seats have been installed in the new town hall. The seating is fastened to the floor with wide aisles ensuring easy access to all areas. The room can seat about 600 people for public gatherings including political speeches and mass meetings.
Sick Young Man Cited for Liquor Sales Appears in Court
In a Monday hearing, Clandon Jones faced liquor selling charges after police found gallons at his restaurant. He claimed illness including tuberculosis and a sanitarium stay, seeking funds to travel west for health. The Recorder dismissed the case with only court costs.
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Clandon Jones
Robert Reece Visits Winston Salem With Father
Robert Reece of Winston Salem spent the past weekend with his father Dr. R. W. Reece.
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Robert Reece
Winston Salem
R. W. Reece
Mount Airy Town Budget for 1920 21 Tax Rates and Totals
The town publishes the 1920 21 budget including general town 47 cents, interest on improvement bonds 0 cents, maintenance of schools 90 cents, total 90 cents per $100 valuation and $2.70 on polls. Valuation $6 000 000 revenue estimate $66 221 with polls 1 933 20 and other receipts 2 ) 000 800 200. Commissioners meet June 30 1920 at 8 PM in Town Hall to adopt and allow objections.
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Mount Airy
N. C
Itssensure
Charit
Sneak Thieves Captured After City Shoplifting Scheme
A group of three women and two men from Winston used a Hudson car to case stores on Rockford street. While women distracted clerks, the men hid goods on their bodies and fled with about 50 dollars in merchandise. The woman turned state’s evidence, leading to the trio’s arrest in Dobson for action against Mr. Harrison and Mr. Scalia. The defendants were sent to Dobson to await Superior court hearings.
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Dobson
Winston
Rockford Street
Graham Harrison
Esq. Sparger
Marriage of James Critz and Edith Scott in Greensboro
Last Sunday the Greens boro Daily News reported the marriage of James Critz of Greensboro and Edith Scott of Ramseur. The ceremony was at the bride’s home with Rev. J. F. Black officiating and a musical program beforehand. The couple left for a ten day trip to New York and Philadelphia and will reside in Greensboro where Critz works for the Southern railway.
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Greensboro
J. F. Black
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N.C
Recorder's Court
Scott-Critz
Carter-Martin Furniture Co
Mount Airy, N. C
Frank Carter
Drew Martin
North Carolina State Colleg
Agriculture and Engineering
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