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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
4
In a 1917 editorial style plea, The Monroe Journal urges public donations to fund a hospital project. It cites community unity, criticizes lynch mob mentality, and notes leadership from Dr Belk and local ministers. Citizens are urged to give generously to reach the $10,000 goal.
A Monroe county reader urges mothers and communities to rally behind the young men headed to war. She laments indifference, calls for patriotic demonstrations, and appeals for unity, love of country, and public acts like bells and whistles to inspire enlistment.
A montage of comic vignettes and local anecdotes recounts Punk Redfern’s failed bet on cotton chopping, exaggerated stunts, and small town misadventures. It includes a tale of a Ford lifted on jacks, a dog attack on visitors, and light jabs at local figures like Tucker of the Pageland Journal, plus chatter about booze, agents, and petty schemes.
W. P. Nicholson, a prominent farmer from two miles south of Pageland, accidentally shot off two fingers with a shotgun Monday morning. He carried the gun across his shoulders and the discharge damaged the left hand. the middle finger was amputated, the forefinger badly shot, and doctors hope to save the other two fingers.
A barn on Mr. S. F. Ingram's White Plains farm was struck by lightning Sunday before daylight and burned. Charlie Baker lost a two horse wagon and about 75 dollars worth of feed. A mule was badly burned before rescue. A second barn nearby was in danger but saved by the wind and wet conditions.
The Waxhaw Enterprise notes the wheat crop, despite severe cold and freezes, has performed well this season. Many farmers may avoid buying biscuits this winter as yields look strong and promising for local growers.
St Luke's Lutheran Church invites all to Sunday school at 10 am and services at 11 am and 8 pm with Rev. E H Koln of Mt Holly preaching at both services. All are welcome.
The article notes a shift in belief toward twenty-five cent cotton, with current prices around twenty-three cents and a strong market behind them. Favorable weather and good crop prospects could temper gains, but the price remains higher than many expected.
A dated ad claims the cure for dandruff lies in applying Parisian Sage to the scalp after parting the hair. It asserts shampooing only cleans briefly and promises lasting scalp health, stronger hair, and vitality after a few days of massage.
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