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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1936
Page
4
W M Johnson editor and publisher noted as a second class matter at Mount Airy post office under the 1872 act. Short fragment reads nen ee.
A Soil Conservation Service survey of 1.89 billion acres finds 735 million acres damaged by erosion with losses up to 100 percent. It covers nearly two billion acres, revealing topsoil loss across four times Texas and 146 times Massachusetts, leaving only New England and scattered areas unscathed. The report urges nationwide farmer cooperation to curb sheet washing and protect soil resources.
In Mount Airy an old tale unfolds of J E Johnson aiding a stranger, Mr. Alderman, whose wife recovering in hospital spurred decades of gratitude. Alderman recalls the late editor’s persistence in learning the true condition, proving kindness costs little yet yields lasting dividends.
A fragmentary line from a story reflects how friendships formed become lifelong bonds and bring deep happiness to the soul beyond measure. The text hints at lasting affection and spiritual fulfillment.
The 28 million fifty dollar bonds reach over 2.5 million World War I veterans with about 10 million more to follow for half a million non-respondents. The piece urges veterans to save or spend as they see fit, cautions tradesmen to chase bonus dollars, and humorously notes rising medical bills and social habits.
Mrs. G. B. King asks for a change of address from Ruther Glenn to Norfolk Virginia. She notes they have read the paper since their marriage 26 years ago and laments her husband died April 4. She says she will miss the paper when the subscription ends.
Mount Airy Circuit announces revival services at Beulah Methodist Church from June 28 to July 3 led by Rev. J L Ingram and Rev A C Gibbs with Rev Julian Holmes as summer assistant. Holmes oversees Vacation Bible School in Oak Grove July 28 to July 8 from 9 to 11 morning, with instructors Irene Armfield and Jacqueline Hatser.
Public closing program set for Friday June 26 at 7 30 PM at Grace Moravian Church. Parents and the general public invited to attend the children's performance followed by a social hour on the church lawn with ice cream for sale. Proceeds aid the Alaska Orphanage boys dormitory pledge. Reverend E K Mickey Jr and teachers Mr Rood and Miss Schwarze led the week.
Rothrock and daughters Patricia of this city together with Mrs G R Blount and her son from Philadelphia have returned to the city after visiting relatives at Alton Virginia. Miss Rothrock accompanies them for a several week stay nearby.
President Roosevelt signs the deficiency relief bill providing 1.425 billion dollars for Works Progress Administration relief. States will select workers locally, set monthly hours, and choose from 4 billion dollars in approved projects. The plan also allocates emergency funds and authorizes loans from the PWA revolving fund.
A concise wry remark notes that belts cannot substitute suspenders for fat men in heat. The line implies discomfort and practical clothing limits during warm days.
Oscar Midkiff and Emmett Mickiff of Hillsville Virginia are medical patients A F Gibbs also from Hillsville is a medical patient A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Joe Jackson of Sandy Ridge on June 23 Glenn Cole Route 2 is an empyema case Arthur M Chilton Ararat is a medical patient Patsy Sutphin Route 2 is an empyema case Chilton Norman Ararat was a tonsil patient this week Patty Lou Chilton Ararat was a tonsil patient this week Henry Allen Pinnacle was a tonsil patient this week Paul D Webster was operated Sunday night for acute appendicitis Mrs J W Harbour Dobson is a surgical patient Mrs McKinley Goins is a surgical patient Mrs J T Nixon Route 6 is a medical Lena Snow Elkin was operated Saturday for acute appendicitis Miss Irene Beamer Hillsville Va is a surgical case Discharged: Mrs Ralph East Chilton Norman Patty Lou Chilton Henry Allen Mrs A B Cook Miss Virginia Kirkman Mrs Rosa Schafer J M Lowe Mrs B E Jones Mrs D M Harvey Mrs Sarah Lee Newton Mrs Ada Chilton Mrs C M Atkins Mrs I W
The Trinity Episcopal Sunday school group in this city undertook an all night hike to White Sulphur Springs Tuesday night led by Rev. EB Winborne. Participants Coleman Whitlock Page Simpson Dillon Simpson Edward Ashby Billy Ashby T C Britt Fred Folger Spooner Harrison Charlie Shelton Dick Lawrence and Harry Harrison carried a picnic supper cooked their own breakfast and slept in tents returning Wednesday morning.
A professor reports finding a hundred foot worm triggering astonishment among scientists and residents. The extraordinary reveal sparks debate over implications and safety.
The notice records the death of Prof W M Condiff of Siloam in a Winston hospital and his burial in Elkin. It also covers weddings, birthdays, dental convention progress in Wrightsville, a local auto purchase, real estate auction details, and loans with a 1936 date, including a trustee sale in Surry County for $100.
Trustee announces a sale under a deed of trust made by C. C. Creed widower to secure a loan. Action guarded by the deed and overseen by the trustee, with terms and schedule to be determined by the cited instrument and applicable law.
Cardus stimulates appetite and improves digestion helping women gain strength from food. As nourishment improves, pains ease and many women praise Cardus for health restoration. Mrs E Ratliff of Hinton West Virginia shares recovery after birth and recommends it to others. Thousands testify benefit, if not consult a physician.
Home advice urges keeping a reliable laxative like Thedford Black-Draught. The testimonial notes 21 years of use and recommends having this medicine at home. A 25 cent package is mentioned as available.
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