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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1946
Page
2
Notice indicates item entered as second class mail at Mount Airy North Carolina under a 1872 act with stamping June 28 1946. This brief entry records postal service classification and date.
A compact reflection notes that wealth both elevates and tests character, while true nobility lies in personal integrity rather than fortune. It juxtaposes Fuller’s view on riches born from grief and careful stewardship with Kantian ethics on wealth and selfhood.
The article reports three drugs anthallan dena drya and tyribenzamine announced in two months to relieve hayfever. About 5 million Americans suffer hayfever and ragweed causes most cases east of the Rockies. Civic efforts to eliminate ragweed are urged to reduce pollen spread despite limited local impact.
Professor Alexander Bogomolets, Kiev Institute dean, claims a serum boosts tissue resistance to infections and speeds healing, potentially extending human life to 150 years. He explains the serum aids the body in resisting disease and aiding tissue development for lay readers.
The Russian researcher clarifies the serum is not a cure for age related ills but may slow degeneration by protecting connective tissues and could help prevent cancer recurrence after surgery. He warns reporters not to promise everlasting life and notes he has no patent on the serum.
The Philippine House of Representatives faced a chaotic session after a pop bottle was hurled. The commentary notes such acts reflect only a moment of civility and warns against judging an entire people. It contrasts the incident with a U S Supreme Court justice cableing a denunciation from Europe.
In a discussion on bad weather, the piece notes farmers adapt to rain by using idle days to harvest top quality pulpwood. It cites high pulpwood prices and woodlot work as a profitable response when fields are unsuitable for crops. The Alleghany News reflects on practical resilience amid weather.
A Mount Airy News column recalls 1921 events. Oliver N Swanson of Pilot Mountain died after an auto crash. his remains were sent home for viewing. Mount Airy opened a Kiwanis park for a June 17 dedication with tributes to Prof Reddick who died of typhoid fever. Airdale dog owned by W S Wolfe was killed near the bark shed after a long chase.
A rural note reports Mr. W. J. Byerly has the first corn this year with neighbors Bray and Harrison also noting roasting ears. The opening dance at White Sulphur Springs drew attendees. Robert Edwin Smith returns home after medical degree in Chapel Hill. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Alfred on Sunday. Misses Lily Mae George Leasie Smith Angie Hatcher and Mrs. H. H. Llewellyn head to summer school in Charlottesville Va.
Miss Ellen Brannock was honored with a luncheon in Salisbury marking a community milestone. The event drew local residents and officials to recognize her contributions and celebrate the occasion.
Henry A. Wallace, Secretary of Commerce, says obstacles in the way of maximum production are wrong. He urges removal of impediments to boost output and efficiency across industries.
June 12 at the home of Mrs. Gordon P. Scott hosted by Miss Ruth Scott and Miss Jean Youngblood. Three courses were served and the honorees received a silver vegetable dish and a set of pastel iced tea glasses and coasters. Mrs. BE. L. Brannock participated.
A buffet supper was served at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Sparger Jr on West Elm Street. The event was a courtesy gathering for the two families preceding the upcoming marriage of Miss Lucy Norfleet Sparger to Mr. Pred Allen Mallard scheduled for June 17.
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