Commencement Exercises Highlight Union County High School
Lieutenant Governor O Max Gardner delivered the literary address at the grade school commencement in Union County. He praised agriculture and duty while introducing diplomas to graduates led by Oscar Abernethy and Henry Belk. Essays by Belk and Julia Fitzwater earned top honors, with Beasley and Belk among medalists. the class poem and prophecy were read as diplomas were handed out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. Max Gardner
Shelby
W. J. Rudge Co
Gardner
Sikes
Henry Belk
R. E. Belk
Monroe
John Charles McNeil
Julia Fitzwater
Sidney Lanier
Mr. Belk
Ellen Presson
L. N. Presson
Allen
Oscar Abernethy
Martha Ashcraft
Eleanor Beasley
Sadie Bundy
Lola Collins
Mary Douglass
Murielle Hinde
Viola Hart
Earl Hinson
Mary Hazel Long
Velma Lathan
Andrew Monroe
Furman Maness
George Presson
Isabel Secrest
Elizabeth Williams
Union County
Cuba
United States
Matthew
Mabel Pointer
Beasley
First National Bank
Jesse Harper Brown
H. E. Gurney
Presbyterian Church
Methodist Church
Baptist
Graded School
Mary Douglas
Resolutions of Respect for Prof G M Garrison
Resolutions honor Prof G M Garrison who died March 16 in Norfolk Virginia while under treatment. A Christian educator and loyal church member, he was trusted by students and a devoted husband and father. Marshville Baptist church extends sympathy and remembers his piety and service to school church and state.
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G. M. Garrison
Norfolk
Marshville
Smith Medlin
B. H. Griffin
Captain Howie Isyon the Job
Editor note on West Jefferson Avenue improvements praising Capt W L Howie for finishing touches by the city streets department. Mentions Jerusalem township Davie county voted 25008 for good roads and calls for better roads statewide. Observ er commentary reflects local investment in road improvements and praise for public works leadership.
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Howie Isyon
West Jefferson Avenue
W. L. Howie
Davie County
Jerusalem Township
Important Meeting On Monroe Hospital Gift
An important meeting is set at the Jackson Club rooms tonight at eight to decide if Monroe will have a hospital or forfeit the late Mrs Fites gift and go without. The Mayor Aldermen ministers white church leaders hospital directors physicians and Chamber of Commerce members are invited to attend and speak. Attendance will determine the hospital proposal fate.
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Jackson Club
Monroe
Chamber of Commerce
Ital
Engagement Announced in Lumberton Style Party
The engagement of Mr. Lee Prather Stack of Norfolk Virginia to Miss Mildred McIntyre of Lumberton was announced at a unique party hosted by Miss Irene McLeod. The July 18 wedding was hinted with playful clues as Maitland Thompson presented a light show, bridesmaids carried placards, and guests enjoyed songs, games, and refreshments for about thirty attendees.
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Lee Prather Stack
Norfolk
A. M. Stack
Monroe
Mildred McIntyre
Lumberton
Irene McLeod
Stack
Seaboard
Miss McIntyre
Maitland Thompson
Love
Lily Snead Varser
Courtenay Sharpe
Elizabeth Proctor
Robert Laurence
L. R. Varser
Rebecca Stack
Louise Townsend
George McLeod
Elizabeth Dexter
Red Cross Meeting Friday For Union County Chapter
A Union County Red Cross meeting is set for Friday May 25 at 8 PM in Central Methodist Church to discuss forming a local chapter. Washington urges rapid expansion as April saw more chapters formed than last year. joining costs $1 annually with no field-service obligation.
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Central Methodist Church
Red Cross
Union County
Washington
United States
The
Committee On Organization
Union County Red Cross
Wilson Proclaims Nationwide Draft Registration
President Wilson issues the selective draft law proclamation calling all men aged 21 to 30 to register on the designated day. The measure authorizes enforcement, sets penalties for noncompliance, and outlines registration methods and duties for federal and state officers, urging national unity and sacrifice.
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Wilson
Congress
Ges
Re Tlar Army
Navy
National Guard
Naval Militia
United States
Bry
District Court of the
District of Columbia
War Department
District Court of
Patriotic Duty Prompts Vow to Honor Names on Lists
A government decree vows to register every male citizen for lists of honor, urging universal devotion and obligation. The proclamation, dated May 18, 1917, in Washington, is signed by President and Secretary of State Robert Lansing.
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United States
Washington
United States of America
Robert Lansing
Fire Devastates Atlanta Leaving Thousands Homeless
A large fire swept through Atlanta from Decatur Street to the baseball park, triggering martial law as thousands lack shelter. Only a few deaths reported while firefighters from other cities aid the effort. The blaze began at Skinner Storage near Decatur and Fort Streets, aided by dry wind, destroying buildings ranging from shacks to homes valued up to 8000 dollars. Estimated losses run into millions though exact figures are unavailable.
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Atlanta
Decatur Street
Baseball Park
Pon de Leon Avenue
Skinner
Fort Street
Official Statement on Drips and New Asphalt Pavement
City editors explain how the new sheet asphalt paving is laid and how oil drips affect it. The binder, sand, and filler mix sets under traffic. small oil spills evaporate without harm, but digging or large spills damage the surface. The McCrary Company engineer urges care and better cooperation to preserve the pavement.
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Monroe
Ose
Alor
Court House
Stack
Hayne Street
J. DB. McCrary Co
C.D. Curtus
Wingate correspondent reports local news and opinions
The Wingate column notes improvements after weather, visits by Prof. Carrot, and community updates. It highlights local paths, sick residents, school events, and business efforts while praising Governor Bickett for his stance on baseball and the cold drink issue. An ambulance funded by Canton workers aids Red Cross.
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Wingate
Horace Harrell
Marshville
C. J. Black
G. M. Stewart
Aquadale
Norfolk Southern F
J. Wilson Ross
Seaboard
Tom Perry
T. J. Perry
Badin
J. A. Watson
Raymon McIntyre
Chatam Helms
Greensboro
Hope Watson
Union County
Benton
Griffin
Hamlet
Frantis Williams
Ada Gnathings
BE. W. Griffin
Clyde Jones
C. W. Baucom
Clyde
Winred
Floy Brewer
Royal and
Brooks Liles
Spurgeon Black
Wake Forest
Mary Bennett
Meredith
Ruth Black
Oxford
Naomi Davis
Journal
Glenalpine
Mr Farmer promises savings on watch repairs at Holloway's Isle
A brief ad from Mo a Dacenene Co. at Holloway's Isle Store boasting lower prices for watch and clock repairs, stone setting, and related services. The message emphasizes savings over competitors and invites customers to visit the store for service.
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MR. Farmer
Moa Dacenene Co
Holloway's Isle Store
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Stack -McIntyre
RED Cross Meeting
Salisbury
Morganton
Agee
Ridgecrest
Woodrow Wilson
States
Board of Commissioners
Marine Corps
Natonal Guard
Alaska
Wawaii
Porto Rico
France
BIG Pie
Kickett
de Rayne
Hoxcall Boys
Champion Fibre Company
Canton
Haywood County
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