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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1933
Page
4
The Watauga Democrat issued weekly from Boone North Carolina in January 1933 lists subscription rates and policy details. It identifies publishers R C Rivers and Rob Rivers and notes classification and obituary notice charges during its second class mail status.
A 23-year-old proponent introduces a bill to repeal state dry laws. Prohibitionists claim youths prove their point that the young lack knowledge of pre prohibition evils, while opponents suggest what the youth do not know may not be worth knowing.
The nation mourns former President Calvin Coolidge. He is praised for a towering intellect and dignified silence rather than flamboyant leadership. His restraint and service earned broad respect and a sense of security during his White House years.
Down to business mood prevails as lawmakers cut expenses and push constructive laws. With state and federal finances in the red, the year s session aims to balance the budget and restore public faith in official conduct before adjournment.
The columnist argues prohibition has become political graft, costing taxpayers and failing to reform saloons. He urges parents to teach temperance and morals, noting increased calls and cash-driven politicians, and cites moral guidance over jail.
A Missouri woman writes to The Democrat disputing a death notice about Mrs. Sally Ragan. She says Elizabeth Eggers of Todd North Carolina is another sister of Mrs. Ragan and is alive, and identifies herself as Bessie Adams’ granddaughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Eggers’ daughter.
Rev Roy Dotson and his children Ola Farr and Hight Dotson will graduate together next spring at Appalachian State Teachers College. The senior class witnessing the rare family achievement marks a unique moment for the institution.
A sermon outlines Jesus helping a party by turning water into wine and contrasts him with John the Baptist. It notes Jesus' growing love of crowds, diverse followers, and playful humanity, portraying him as joyful host and companion rather than stern prophet. Next week promises a test of genius.
In 1931 a federal grand jury indicted 43 Watauga County men on conspiracy charges against the elective franchise. Trials were moved to Wilkesboro. Laurel Creek and Cove Creek defendants were acquitted by Greensboro and Winston-Salem juries. A planned federal court session for two remaining election cases was cancelled.
A Washington state reader, E. C. Moody of Elberton, writes the Watauga Democrat renewing his subscription. He reflects on missing familiar neighbors who have passed on, notes zero weather and heavy snow, and wishes a prosperous new year to the paper and its readers.
Sheriff A Y Howell to sell at the courthouse door on February 6 1933 the interests of W J Mast in two described tracts totaling 85 acres with house and barn. Action Chevrolet Company Inc vs F C Ward L M Farthing J W Ward W J Mast and W Hardin Brown in Superior Court. Sale runs 10 am to 2 pm.
Watauga Drug Co. lists Liquid Smoke Figaro for curing meat at a price of 1.25 dollars. Local shoppers see a kitchen staple offered by the drugstore.
A mix of quaint vignettes from Boone including children on Christmas wagons, pets at play, a stylishly dressed young woman, and a disheveled tree in a ditch. Local chatter covers repairs, amnesia worries among merchants, costs of bread, and odd phrases overheard at the era’s street corners.
Roby Hagaman, recalling a long ago punishment, spots a faded yellow circle rimmed in black on an old cutting box beneath Boone’s oaktree. The memory of his father’s blows returns as the symbol matches his childhood mischief in Watauga many decades ago.
A Boone article mourns the death of a longtime dog named Boy who had followed Roby Owens for over twenty years. The piece notes Boy's faithful companionship during daily chores and the strong bond with his master, ending with a tribute to their unique friendship.
Watauga County North Carolina documents show W D Farthing cashier G C Robbins director and H C Hayes director sworn before a notary on January 9 1933. The declaration confirms the accuracy of the stated report to the best knowledge of each signer.
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