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Newspaper
Tabor City Tribune
Location
Tabor City, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1950
Page
2
Column notes farmers in the region discuss strawberry farming, noting Wright and Massey as large yields and the effect of weather on berry size. Mentions ongoing farming efforts, local talent like UNC supporters, and a season with prize winnings and community observations.
The Tabor City Auction Company finished its sweet potato selling season with the highest total sales in four years, reaching 490 855 bushels amid cold weather halting sales. Farmers received 778 614 31 dollars on average over 1.58 dollars per bushel, with steady year by year growth since opening.
Dr Grover Steadman Cox prominent physician and civic leader dies at Duke Hospital Durham after weeks of illness He previously served as Columbus County Health Officer and Tabor City School Trustee Funeral held at Saint Paul Methodist Church with large attendance Surviving wife two sons and brothers listed Local officials note changes as W F Floyd becomes County Board chair and new officials sworn in at Whiteville meeting
A candle light service at Cherry Grove Missionary Baptist church six miles south of Cerro Gordo installed W M U and Young Peoples officers. President Catherine Richardson and 11 other officers were named with roles including Recording Secretary Neppie Richardson and Treasurer Ethelle Turbeville. Visiting speaker Bobby Melton urged training youth.
Belton Ward was the honor guest at a dinner hosted by Mrs. Ward at their home. The event marked his birthday anniversary. Attending were Mr. Ward’s daughter Pat, Mr. and Mrs. Weston Ganus of Clarendon, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ward and family.
Chadbourn police and Columbus county officers hunted an unidentified man who attacked a 20 year old pregnant woman in her home. The victim, Mrs Lloyd Millikan, was taken to Columbus county hospital and released later that day.
Horry county taxpayers league organized to oppose a new special act to raise tax assessments voted to hold a special voluntary election in all precincts on December 12. Voters will decide to approve or disapprove the reassessment and officials will relay results to lawmakers to push repeal in the January session.
Hugh Nance the new Columbus County sheriff met the Tabor City town board and urged installing a two way radio for the local police. The board considered the request and approved magistrates using the back office when no front office meeting is in progress. They also authorized a Community Christmas tree and assigned the town street crew to install it. The report mentions a separate incident involving He husband, a local printing firm employee, as an attack victim.
Two deputies and a constable raided west of Tabor City destroying a 100-gallon copper still and mashing equipment. They seized a case of bonded whiskey near the mill pond about a mile northeast. The operation occurred as they retire from Sheriff Stanleys office with Courtneys move to magistrate.
The Tabor City Merchants Association votes to place a giant decorated Christmas tree on Railroad street replacing lights. Nominating committee appointed to choose officers. October Yam Festival nearly broke even. wide decorating drive urged for homes, yards, and businesses. Christmas edition planned for December 20 reaching 1000 extra readers.
P T A leaders in Tabor City urge residents to nominate families for Christmas baskets. Pinner asks for family location, children's ages, and needs by Monday. Volunteers from civic groups and churches will assist with preparation and delivery.
Arthur Fowler Brice Strickland Rudolph Ward Mrs Rudolph Ward and Zander Butler et al are tried this week in Florence Federal Court on charges of manufacturing and possessing non tax paid whiskey. The cases include a charge arising from possession of non tax paid liquor.
A new business named C and W Sewing Center opens Friday December 8 in the Wright building across from Mary Todd's. Run by Mrs. Eston Wright and Mrs. Ottis Cox with seamstress Delphia Harrelson. They offer all types of sewing including slip covers and drapes.
Guy Slagle, Conway businessman, to lead 1951 March of Dimes campaign in Horry County. He previously chaired the 1950 Infantile Paralysis drive. Also noting Pfc. Ralph M. Grainger reported missing in action in the Korean War. his wife Leola L. Grainger of Hallsboro confirms the absence.
A bus carrying 36 Negro students to Southport collided with a loaded produce truck on NC 430 three miles west of town. Four children are seriously hurt. 11 riders were treated and released. Patrols charged both drivers with careless and reckless driving.
The Tabor City Civitan club held its regular Monday meeting at Calabash with an oyster roast dinner. They discussed plans for the ladies night affair set for December 11 at Windy Hill Supper Club and mentioned a turkey dinner I planned for the event.
The Prince Motor Company of Tabor City and Prince Chevrolet Company of La will unveil 1951 cars this Saturday December 9. Visitors viewing the new models will receive souvenirs for every family member. A. E Goldfinch, manager, and J. B. Prince Jr., president, emphasized an all day showing with several new models on display.
The Loris Veterans of Foreign Wars postpone indefinitely a Negro minstrel event once planned for December. The decision follows an unusually high level of Christmas activity in the area.
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