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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1930

Page

2

Counting Uncle Sam's big family

A 1930 census preview explains why the April 1 enumeration will ask twenty four questions about age, head of family, race, birthplace, language, employment, home ownership, rent, radio ownership, first marriage age, education, and veteran status. It notes the data will shape future immigration, housing, industry, pensions, and public health planning.

Caleb Johnson Sam United States Census Bureau Uncle Sam United States America Congress Presidential Office Judiciary Continental Census Bureau

Fame of Sargon Spreading Across the World

The advertisement claims Sargon has earned a global reputation with thousands praising its health benefits. It cites letters from Colorado, Canada, Ireland, the Philippines, Paris, and Norway and Sweden, endorsed by notable figures and officials. Boone Drug Company distributes the medicine.

United States America Sargon Cavite Philippine Islands Coca-Sola Canal Zone Belebrook Ireland Paris France Denver Colorado London England Toronto Saigon Minneapolis Northwest Norway Sweden Boone Drug Company

Poultry Housing Boosts Profits and Egg Production

Proper housing improves returns in poultry farming. A southernly, well drained site with a south facing front stabilizes temperature year round and protects birds from cold winds. State College offers free plans. curtains and insulation aid comfort and health, especially for Leghorns.

Poultry Department State College W. F. Armstrong

Principles for Bird Housing and Heat Retention

The text emphasizes keeping walls tight and crack free to retain heat, noting a 20 foot deep house holds heat better than shallower ones. It warns thin walls allow cold to affect birds and frost on combs can cut egg fertility by about 50 percent. It also stresses good dual ventilation to prevent colds and disease.

Morrison declines run for Congress and Senate

Former Governor Morrison announces he will not seek Congress in the Ninth District and questions any future public office bid. He dispels rumors of challenging Republican incumbent Charles A. Jonas of Lincolnton, who is anticipated to seek re-election.

Morrison Congress Senate Lee S. Overman Salisbury Charles A. Jonas Lincolnton

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