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Newspaper
Mount Airy News
Location
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1925
Page
2
Mount Airy News lists subscription rates at one year for 1.50 and notes second class mailing status under the 1917 act. Publisher J. E. Johnson & Son references post office procedures in Mount Airy North Carolina.
The piece discusses three similar cases in Rockingham Durham and Hendersonville where husbands acted outside the law to protect or avenge family happiness. It notes public sympathy for distressed men, argues sympathy does not endorse crime, and urges adherence to written law while acknowledging juries often return not guilty verdicts in these emotionally charged cases.
The article notes that ancient Romans and pre-Columbian Peruvian Indians used Smuu dying as a method to shield crops or people from frost.
The piece portrays the Africa conflict between France and Spain against the Rif tribes as a defining clash of civilization. It notes large French forces, modern weaponry, and ongoing heavy casualties, including a cited battle where ten thousand Spanish soldiers were killed. It contrasts traditional tribal living with industrial war and laments the human and financial costs.
The Surry County Commissioners hired H. E. White of Green River Kentucky as farm demonstrator in collaboration with the U S Department of Agriculture. After months of deliberation they secured a suitable man who will set up an office in the Dobson courthouse and begin a countywide campaign visiting communities and addressing farm problems.
The News reports that no fires or alarms have occurred in over five months due to efficient prevention and inspection by the city fire department. Fire Chief M F Patterson notes the department has volunteer members including S H Warren and D G Witt, with twenty years of service for many.
The editor of The News thanks G. W. Eastern’s farm on route three for a large sweet potato. The specimen weighed three pounds two ounces and measured fourteen inches in circumference, tipping the scales in favor of his harvest.
Samet of this city along with his father and brother from High Point faced trial in Danbury on charges they burned a King store to collect insurance. Prosecution alleges large prefire stock shipments and use of Candles to spark the blaze. defense sought delay. Over 35 witnesses scheduled with Greensboro and High Point attorneys present.
The Workmen's Building and Loan Association announces the 22nd series will go on sale November 1, with the 19th series retiring this week and paying shareholders 54 dollars. Each share costs 84.26 during 6 12 years and matures at 100 dollars, with dues 25 cents weekly and non taxable status for individuals. Officers listed include W. G. Sydnor, M. H. Sparger, and a board of directors.
Three Mount Airy youths from Surry county were arrested in Stokes county near Francisco on whiskey transport charges. Constable C R Lawson seized the car after a pursuit and the suspects posted 500 bonds each before a Justice of the Peace. During the chase they dumped a dozen half gallon jars of whiskey, most breaking on the ground. Bonds were signed by P A Owens T D Hatcher and J L Paul of Surry County.
Mr and Mrs J L Cook and family of Goldston visited Mr and Mrs S T Cook in Pilot Mountain. Mr Jim Flippin died Saturday Oct 10 and was buried Oct 11 at Pilot Mountain cemetery. he was a deacon at Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church and regarded as a model citizen. Farmers work on a large tobacco top and begin grading and marketing though prices are below production costs. Ridgeville Public School taught by Prof J Frank Martin and Mrs J D Johnson progresses. Farmers pool tobacco hoping for better returns.
Busy session in the recorder's court reveals liquor at the core of many offenses. Several visitors from the fair were fined or bound over, including Hubert Haley J C Haley and Jas Transon. Others faced drunkenness penalties with sentences or suspensions, plus multiple larceny and prohibition violations linked to a car theft near Welch West Virginia.
Sam G Brim died in this city last Thursday after a brief illness from pneumonia. Funeral held at Presbyterian church Friday afternoon. Remains interred at Oakdale cemetery. He was 64 and long active in local politics as a Republican, former Register of Deeds, and a produce and fertilizer business employee. Survived by two daughters Essie and Ethel and son Morris.
Miss Kate Jessup and Jesse Hunter, popular Westfield residents, wed in Hillsville Virginia last week. The couple's families are noted farmers and professionals, with community events including church meetings led by Rev. L M McFarland and Miss M Huff assisting. Electric service restored after recent rains. tobacco prices stir local farmers.
Police officer Frank Smith left Sunday to assume duties as Chief of Police in North Wilkesboro. In this city he was a valued and efficient member of the force, and his departure is noted by the department. M. F. Patterson will cover some duties as policeman until a permanent replacement is found.
In a Paris driven campaign four towns claim Columbus as birthplace. Pontevedra in Spain prepares a monument asserting its claim, while rival locales in Genoa Portugal and elsewhere dispute the origins and dates of the explorer with multiple encyclopedia entries cited by today’s New York Times.
An exchanged quarrel between Venezuelan General Hidalgo and Colonel Calaria ends with a street assault at Gare Saint Lazare. The colonel claims the general had him arrested and shaved, provoking a clash in Paris now headed for a police court sequel. The feud remains unresolved as both sides refuse reconciliation.
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