13 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
The Gastonia Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1912
Page
1
Southern Railway forces arrive after city council approval to relocate the old depot to North Marietta Street to clear the site for a new brick depot. Work begins by August 24 with floor sill replacement and grading, while awaiting contract details for the new building.
W F Massey of The Progressive Farmer explains curing cowpea hay by delaying maturity harvest and simple meadow practices. He advises cutting in the morning, tossing with a tedder, rake into windrows, turn into windrows, form narrow cocks, and barn while limp to avoid mold and heat. He warns against improper contrivances and notes moldy hay comes from improper methods.
John Blair White a long time Gaston County figure and Dallas resident died Sunday evening after a stroke suffered the previous day He served twelve years as Gaston County Superior Court clerk and was a state representative He was a Confederate veteran and leaves a daughter Mrs Madge Houser and grandson Blair Falls Houser Funeral was held at the White burying ground with Rev A T Lindsay in attendance.
A Bureau of Education bulletin reports agriculture taught in nearly 2,000 high schools with about 57,000 pupils. The main barrier is a shortage of well qualified teachers, and it will take years to meet the demand. The piece argues farmers must support higher education to sustain strong rural schools and notes the link between college training and competent rural teachers.
A writer explains that stirring hay to cool it inhibits mold and preserves sweet, well cured hay with green leaves after curing, based on years of practice.
Missouri Senator Stone condemns President Taft for vetoing the wool tariff bill, saying he is a victim of environment and the servant of special interests. He praises Taft’s character but argues politics and the tariff board shape his decisions as a reelection bid looms. The piece notes Wilson’s revision stance and the bull moose campaign.
The Greater Charlotte Club executive committee unanimously selected J Leake Carraway of the Charlotte News as secretary to replace W T Corwith who resigned. He takes the post November 1 and brings extensive journalism and business secretarial experience from Arkansas to boost Charlotte booster efforts.
On Wednesday August 21 a civil service examination will be held at the Gastonia post office under Mr. F P Rockett for the positions of clerk and carrier. Applications should be made at once by those who wish to stand the examinations.
Local column from the Gazette reports on countywide activity and personal mentions from various Gaston areas. Community updates highlight neighbors and visitors, with brief notices about residents and their engagements.
On a rural road between Belmont and Mount Holly an automobile racing at about fifty to seventy five miles per hour drove onto the macadam and dashed toward bicyclists E D Hamilton jumped from his wheel and rolled away just as the car ran over the wheel. the driver continued at speed with no stop. A nearby witness credited quick reflexes and a life saved by the cyclist.
Mrs Ida Kitchin and child visit Mrs Eliza White. Christie Jenkins and E R Pasour hostesses but many local residents spend time with relatives and at gatherings. Several visits to Linwood and Ellerbe Springs noted along with Teacher's meeting attendance and sand hills sightseeing plans.
Thornwell Andrews, renowned North Carolina aviator, made two successful Curtiss biplane flights in Cherryville on Friday and Saturday, staying aloft about fifteen minutes each day. Ideal weather, large crowds of seven to fifteen thousand, and a festive program with rides, moving pictures, and novelties marked the county event.
Mrs A C Jones is spending some time at Montreat for rest and recuperation. She plans a quiet stay, enjoying the mountain air and tranquil surroundings.
John B. Sellers of west of Cherryville vanished after attending the Cherryville celebration with a woman of the underworld. Bud Long and Florence Ramsey were jailed amid suspicions of foul play. Officers in Cherryville and Charlotte pursue leads while a large county inquiry continues.
A reader explains that the only effective method to kill persistent perennial weeds like cow itch and nut grass is to prevent any green shoots from forming. Digging spreads roots, so keep tops cut back continually. the roots die when no green growth is produced.
Mountain Island baseball team hosted Belmont after a Sunday school picnic. Belmont accepted the invitation but were defeated on the diamond with Mountain Island winning the game.
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