Countryside reminiscences from Phillips Harrelson column
The Countryside column notes crops holding up with light rains and a strong grain season. It mentions Brunswick County visits by Mr Randolph Long and General van L Bennett, plus a May 27 dinner at the Buffkin home in Carolina Gapway with about fifty attendees and local news tidbits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick County
Randolph Long
Ashe and
Freeland
van L. Bennett
Bennett
Washington, D. C
J. J. Jenrette
Ashe, N.C
Jennette
Chaplains Corp
National Bible Society
Washington
Perry Buffkin
Carolina Gapway
Fiaffkin
Generee Puffkin
Taber City
Farmers Tour Covers Cucumber Crop And Election Tactics
Fred Lay and I toured the county assessing first year cucumber plantings for market viability. Cold weather hurt truck crops but some growers report good pepper and tomato prospects while others expect cucumbers ready in 12 to 18 days. A political note condemns vote buying in the Democratic primary and praises Judge Mallard’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Lay
Raymond Matlard
Judger Mallard
Florida
Ocala
Ben Gardner
Ben
Walterboro
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Local youths gain from summer recreation programs
A community notes that parental support is crucial for successful youth programs that aim to build leadership and character. Despite some gaps, playground activities drew many children. strong parent involvement is highlighted as essential to sustaining positive outcomes. The piece contrasts this with strong agricultural reports from Florida and South Carolina, showing farmers profiting from crops despite drought and weather challenges.
Frustrated Farmers Face Reduced Tabbaco Yields
The report notes farmers grappling with low tobacco harvests and reduced profits. One grower moved 200 acres of fields to other crops after facing heavy losses, while neighbors also shifted away from tobacco.
Mount Tabor Church Vacation Bible School Dates Announced
The Mount Tabor church announces a four day Vacation Bible School with sessions for Taber City and surrounding areas. Volunteers will guide activities from June 1 to 8, including instruction for children and a closing program led by church leaders. Tigers and notable staff from Laurinburg will participate.
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Taber City
Eles
Mount Tabor
Jane
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Plain Talk on Newsroom Life and Local Anecdotes
A reflective column recalls newsroom deadlines and the lure of weekly papers. It mentions phone calls from readers, the balance between objectivity and engagement, and the social friction of a journalist’s daily grind. A rowdy drunken incident and local notes follow with light anecdotes and a thrift motto.
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Georgia
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