Fifth State Anti-Saloon League Convention in Raleigh
The fifth convention met in Raleigh over Friday to Sunday to plan temperance work and law enforcement. Notable speakers included Judge Pritchard and Dr. B. P. A. Baker. Hon. John G. Woolley. Gov. Kitchin. and others. Officers elected included J. A. Hartness as president and district vice presidents across ten districts. The article also reports on road improvements via split log drags and commendations for local efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Anti Saloon League
Raleigh
Judge Pritchard
BP. A. Baker
National League
John G. Wooley
Br. Y. Webb
Kitcbin
Bickett
Spainhour
J. A. Hartness
Iredell
T. J. Jarvis
J. T. Flythe
A. D. Ward
T. T. Hicks
R. O. Everett
J. M. McNeill
John Blue
L. S. Blades
T. Ormond
W. T. Shaw
C. W. Mung
A. F. Johnson
H. A. London
N. B. Broughton
N. L. Eure
G. W. Watts
J. A. Oates
W. H. Sprunt
H. A. Page
R. F. Beasley
Hayden Burke
A. Armstrong
Heriot Clarkson
Observer Correspondence January Notes From Waxhaw Area
Observer column reports local happenings. Capt J L Rodman spent a day with EB J Heath of Matthews. Heath just returned from a three month stay in Indianapolis sanatorium with little improvement. Rodman and Heath, longtime friends, co-own the Rodman Heath cotton mill in Waxhaw. Banks Rogers, widower, lost wife and home to fire with no insurance. he moved to Fort Mill to work as carpenter. Mrs Mabel Steele returns from Monroe visit. J L Walkup improves in health. Miss Lela Black visits Greenville. Mrs L B Brown returns from Salisbury trip. attends North League workers meeting in Statesville. Waxhaw Woodmen of the World camp grows. officers elected include J W McCain consul commander, EB G Yarbrough adviser lieutenant, J D Simpson banker, J BE Hough clerk, J EB King escort, J S Plyler watchman, W H McManus sentry, Dr Guin and Dr W R McCain, C S Massey, B J Winnami.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Rodman
EB. J. Heath
Matthews
Heath
Indianapolis
Ind
Rodman
Mr. Heath
Rodman Heath
Waxhaw
Banks Rogers
Fort Mill
D. C
Mabel Steele
Monroe
J. L. Walkup
Lela Black
John Black
Greenville
L. B. Brown
Saliebury
J. D. Simpson
J. BE. Hough
J. EB. King
Escourt
J. S. Plyler
W. H. McManus
Dr. Guin
W. R. McCain
Deaths in Long Family From Scarlet Fever Hits Town
Mr and Mrs Vernon Long of this township mourn two more children lost to scarlet fever as Evy Lee aged six dies and Henry Broadus passes weeks earlier. The eldest child improves while friends extend sympathy for the family in their affliction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Long
Henry Broadus
Evy Lee
Benefit at Dixie Theatre No 2 for Episcopal Church
Friday afternoon and night a Dixie Theatre No 2 benefit will raise funds for the Episcopal church. Mr Henry Fairly will sing one song in the afternoon and another at night. The show opens at 3 30 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Church
Dixie Theatre No. 2
Henry Fairly
Secret marriage sparks deadly arousal in Big Lick
In Big Lick, Arch Helms attacked the idea of his daughter Minnie Helms marrying Alton Burris. The elder man demanded a forged license order, confronted shops for shells, and confronted Burris until authorities intervened. The couple is now protected while legal action proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanly
Mbemarle
Charlotte Observer
Big Lick
Minnie Helms
Arch Helms
Alton Burris
Register of Deeds Boyette
Burris
Ralph Teeter
Teeter
Morgan
Just
J. P Hartwell
Helms
Albemarle
Teachers' Association Hold Third Meeting in Monroe
The Union County Teachers Association convened at the Graded School in Monroe on January 27, 1912 with about 80 teachers present. Prof Crutchfield led devotionals, the County Board of Health addressed smallpox vaccination, Ransom spoke on Child Study, and discussions on teacher development engaged attendees to strive for better work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teachers’ Association
Teachers’ Association of
Union County
Monroe
J.B. Crutchfield
Marshville
Nisbet
County Board of Health
Ransom of
Waxhaw
T. J. Hugeina
Classified Notices and Submissions Guidelines
The notice explains where to get the paper and how to submit changes for ads and news. It mentions authentic names required for submissions and states that paid notices for obituaries and similar items may be charged. It emphasizes advance submission and restrictions on timely publication.
Grandson Fred Stillwell Writes Home From Keokuk Iowa
A long letter from a Union County youth, raised by his grandmother Mary Yandle, describes leaving home for school, working in a Keokuk dry goods shop, and witnessing many saloons. He reflects on moral struggles, religious faith, and a hopeful plan to pursue education while supporting his mother and family. He conveys gratitude for his grandmother’s guidance and vows to live righteously in 1911.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Prichard
State
Raleigh
Union County
Pritchard
Mary Yandle
Vance Township
Wedmont
J. A. Baldwin
Keokuk
Iowa
Grandma
America
Jesus Christ
Aday Child
God
Tam
Fred Stillwell
Raleigh Senators Meet and Call for Democratic Primary Rules
In Raleigh on Friday, Chief Justice Walter Clark Governor Kitchin Senator Simmons and Ex Governor Aycock agreed to urge the Democratic State Executive Committee to order a senatorial primary on the November general election day. They asked for primary rules and pledged prompt publication of all campaign expenditures as required by federal law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Clark
Kitchin
Simmons
Aycock
United States Senate
Raleigh
Democratic State Executive Committee
Democratic State Convention
Act of Congress
Mr Fairley to Sing Baby Roe at Dixie No 2 Tonight
Mr Fairley will perform the song Baby Roe at Dixie No 2 tonight, delivering a scheduled vocal set in the local venue. The show aims to attract attendees seeking a lively evening of music and entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Fairley
Baby
Roe
Dixie No. 2
Call to NC farmers to reduce cotton plantings in 1912
An address signed by W A Graham and leaders of NC farmers unions urges county assemblies on February 17 1912 to enroll supporters who will pledge to plant at least one acre in food for every cotton acre. Plan: reduce cotton supply by voluntary acreage reduction and promote homegrown substitutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Commissioner of Agriculture
Farmers’ Department
Farmers’ Educational and Cooperative Union of America
North Carolina Farmers’ State Alliance
Court House
Farmers’ Union
E. C. Farres
Aberdeen
N. C
Secretary of the Union
Polley
Hie Brother
W. A. Graham
Alexander
N.C. Farmers’ Union
JM. Mitchell
N. C. Farmers’ Alliance
Raleigh
In the Jam Clyde Chilton Marries Beulah Stone Before Road Ahead
The Charlotte Observer reports Clyde Chilton and Beulah Stone wed at the county jail with Justice George Warburton officiating. Chilton, soon to begin a Columbus County road sentence for carrying a pistol, had been tried for murder in 1811. He and Morse rivaled for Stone's hand. Morse was killed, Chilton wounded himself, and he was acquitted on self defense grounds. Chilton, 27, an intelligent machinist, plans to return to town after serving his term and has local sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockingham
Charlote
Clyde Chilton
Pretty Beulah Stone
Pem
George Warburton
Chilton
Columbus County
Whedbee
Morse
Obserer
Beulah Stone
Great Falls
Evel
McDonald Hotel
Main Street
Union Climbing Of County Marshville Bits And News
Union is a climbing county and Marshville items cover local business changes, a death from tuberculosis, a shooting accident, a missionary departure to Korea, and a note about a Chronicle reporter’s doubts on climbing claims. Key names include Col Harris, T Batley, C A Long, Curtis Long, Marion Tucker, Lonnie Rushing, Frank Lingle, Jesse James, Lillian Austin, and John Austin. Location references include Marshville Monroe Wadesboro Politon and Trendaway cemetery. Dates referenced include January 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Harris
Charlotte Chronicle
Thomas
T. Batley
Marshville
Mecklenburg
Chronicle
Lizer Jane
Union
Messrs. C. A
Curtis Long
Climax Lumber Company
Ths Place
Marion Tucker
Monroe
Tucker
Lonnie Rushing
Frank Lingle
Trendaway
Jesse James
D. M. James
Mise Lillian
John Austin
Maxton
Korea
Presbyterian — Church
Mr. Austin
Politon
Wadesboro Messenger
Scarlet Fever Epidemic Warns Monroe Doctors and Informs Public
In Monroe and Monroe township an outbreak of scarlet fever prompts doctors to quarantine and report contagious cases promptly. The advisory urges physicians to prioritize public safety over personal reputation, notes symptoms such as fever nausea and strawberry tongue, and recommends care steps and isolation for patients. The notice ends with a local cinema listing for Dixie No. 2 tonight featuring The Innocent Burglar and other titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Monroe Township
ATL
Cotton situation strengthens as ginning rises in Texas and Alabama
New York January 27 The census bureau reports 14 510 676 bales ginned to January 1 with a bullish supply outlook amid improving demand. Spot markets firm in Texas and Alabama mills show heavier sales while imports and exports rise. Analysts expect year end output near 15 300 000 bales with acreages likely to fall due to fertilizer costs and weaker wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Census Bureau
Texas
Alabama Mills
Fom
Dr Wooley to Speak Here in Monroe
Hon John G Wooley will address Central Church in Monroe on Thursday evening February. A national temperance leader and former Prohibition party presidential nominee, he heads the Anti Saloon League in Chicago and is touring North Carolina. All are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Wooley
John G. Wooley
Central Church
Monroe
Prohibition Party
Wooley
Anti-Saloon League
Chicago
North Carolina
Debate at Wingate on Sherman anti trust law
A Wingate School auditorium debate on February 16 features Wingate debaters C. W. Baucom and B. L. Biggers arguing the affirmative against Southern Industrial Institute of Charlotte representatives. The issue asks whether the Sherman antitrust law should be amended to rule out a reasonable restraint of trade interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wingate
Southern Industrial Institute of Charlotte
Messrs
C. W. Baucom
B. L. Biggers
Also Mentioned on This Page
Temperance
State Anti-Saloon League
the Enquirer
Morgan Mill
C. F. Helms
Fred Chaney
T. J. Bivens
Olive Branch
Lancaster
Buford Township
Jerre C. Laney
Waxhaw News
Mr. Long
Plubnor
Siewann
Maurice Costello
the Dimpleman
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