13 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1919
Page
1
A grand vision of a vast ship built by steady saving and bond ownership portrays millions of U S bondholders as rivets in a mighty vessel. The piece urges ongoing purchase of War Savings Stamps and Liberty Bonds to fund wartime expenses and foster a durable American habit of thrift for lasting peace and economic stability.
Sergt. Grover Cleveland Conrad recounted to The Dispatch a medium sized French dog serving with American troops. The dog detected gas, carried messages, warned of shelling, and saved a soldier during the battle at Chateau Thierry, earning the unit’s devotion as mascot before Conrad was wounded and sent to a distant hospital. The animal’s feats highlighted trench life and cooperation between soldiers and a faithful canine ally.
The Elk Park born Thomas Blainee Banner died December 10 1918 in a French hospital after serving in the army. He united with the Banner Elk Methodist church as a youth and led local Christian Endeavor and Laymen's groups. He left a lasting endowment plan for Rutherford College to aid young men, showing his Christian patriotism and selfless care for family and community.
A reader’s note lists chevron meanings for service marks. Red signifies honorable discharge, blue for under six months, gold for wounds, white for six months US service. The piece reflects on veterans and a tribute to those who died in France, ending with a prayerful line.
Citizens urged to remove old wartime posters and banners from buildings and fences to clear space for the new Victory Liberty Loan appeal. War Work campaigns and groups such as YMCA, YWCA, Knights of Columbus, Welfare League, and Salvation Army previously used posters slated for removal to avoid clutter before the next loan drive.
A North Carolina rural essay argues sheep profit depends on grass management and soil treatment. It warns against overreliance on purchased feed and advocates silos and legumes when natural forage is insufficient. The piece also discusses dog control and humane approaches to guarding flocks.
A local appeal from L Winkler of Boone urges farmers to unite for a Watauga County Fair. He highlights cattle horses sheep and hogs and praises women for pastry skills. He calls for township organizing to start growing and preparing exhibits and invites interested writers to Boone, North Carolina.
Thomas C. Presnell born May 25 1859 died Aug 10 1918 aged 59 years 2 months and 15 days professed faith joined the Baptist Church in May 1885 for 33 years honored that profession passing the river in the triumph of faith resting in Paradise of God. Com L M Trivett.
On Saturday February 1, 1919 the death of Danford Spaulding, a bright member of the Busy Bees, is reported. The ten year old child was loved by all and praised by public and Sunday school teachers as an ideal pupil and kind friend. The Busy Bees extend deepest sympathy to the family.
The preacher argues that true charity starts at home with widows exhausted by toil and children of poverty tempted by hardship. He frames a brave yet failing man against harsh fate, urging active, local care for those near us.
A Charlotte Observer excerpt scorns chasing profit without caution, urging careful evaluation beyond appearances. It contrasts honest, well behaved dogs with reckless ventures, cautioning against pursuing ventures while ignoring warning signs.
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