County finances and safety concerns raise alarm in Surry
In Surry County critics press for annual public financial statements as required by law, contrasting with Rockingham County's transparent report. They warn that failure to publish debt and expense details hides fiscal peril and fault county officials. A related warning cites Ohio and New York fire incidents, urging fire escapes and drills in Mount Airy schools to prevent tragedy.
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Rockingham County
Rockingham
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New York
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Incomplete OCR Note Sparks Mystery About a Lost Pay
Fragmentary text suggests a newspaper item about a past payroll or pay issue. It mentions a person discovering something and noting a low mood, but details and proper names are unreadable. The readable fragment points to a mystery surrounding a wage or pay matter.
Mount Airy News Moves Office To Allred Building
The Mount Airy News reports its office relocation to the Allred building on Main Street fifty yards south of the old site, citing need for space and a more desirable location. Town fiddler W. C. Johnson opened last night’s programme with a knee patch, showcasing old time fiddle skills and prompting Mayor J. A. Prather to pick up his fiddle tonight and join the procession.
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Mount Airy News
Allred
Post Office
W. C. Johnson
J. A. Prather
Old-Time Fiddlers Draw Crowd in Evening Concert
The opera house hosted thirty local musicians for an Old-Time Fiddlers show that drew a full house. Performers danced the pigeon wing before the war and eight year old Hampton Worrell impressed with his fiddle despite out of tune strings. Rev D Vance Price returned from Alexandria and will lead services at Central M E Church next Sunday.
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Hampton Worrell
W. C. Hill
Rutherford College
J. S. Zimmerman
Winston-Salem
D. Vance Price
Alexandria
M. E. Church
Prohibition Bill Support Grows Across County Says Leader
Readers report shifting opinions as influential figures from multiple parties back the prohibition measure. C Innman of Westfield predicts his town will vote yes by a strong majority. The Leader laments a perceived money lull while noting renewed business optimism and calls for broader turnout.
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Ted
C. Innman
Westfield Iosabie
Wanted Blacksmith and shop for rent in Surry County
Two story blacksmith and wood shop available for rent to a good honest workman with workmanship and character references. Terms easy. Call on or wife W. J. Key & Son 4 4 Ararat NC. Also wanted a salesman and collector for Mt Airy office Singer Sewing Machine Co Winston Salem NC 320.
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Ararat
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Singer Sewing Machine Co
Winston-Salem, N. C
Fiddlers Convention Delivers Real Entertainment
A reader notes the fiddlers convention offers authentic entertainment. The event draws praise describing it as the real thing and a standout among local amusements.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Claim and Reward Offer
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all stages, a constitutional disease. The ad claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer 100 dollars for any uncurable case and urge sending for testimonials from F J Cheney Co in Toledo Ohio. Pills for constipation and related issues are also advertised.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Aldermen urged to thank Tom Roberts for stage conduct
City officials should honor Tom Roberts with a vote of thanks for his performance last night. The note praises his skill and composure on stage, stating no one outshines his drawing the middle bow.
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Tom Roberts
Tom
Westfield Boys Return From Convention With Honors
Westfield township sent its team to a convention and the boys acquitted themselves well. They return with lasting honors, and the community feels pride in their achievement.
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