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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1927
Page
4
A man named Or rell, a broker’s clerk, faces arrest for swindling employers out of about 244 000 dollars by small, risky stock moves. Dr Frank Crane urges gambling caution, praising the laws of averages and warning that most gamblers fail. He argues shrewd, measured actions align with universal laws and true success favors prudent restraint.
Farmer Corntessel praises his son Josh as doing well in school. A professor, described as the boxing professor, speaks highly of him. The exchange appears in Washington Svar.
Swisher presses Neill about a five dollar debt asking for repayment. Neill replies he needs more time before paying, signaling a dispute over the small loan and unresolved repayment.
A humorous exchange reads like a quick street vignette. The speaker recalls being treated as a photographer when someone handed over her negative, prompting a surprised but lighthearted reaction.
A jokey exchange contrasts an old maid with gloves to explain why she lacks children. The brief quip features Nick delivering a playful punchline about not having kids.
A dialogue fragment shows a speaker noting affection or approval was given, but the other party has spent it, implying financial or emotional limits. The brief exchange hints at evolving relationship dynamics and resource constraints.
A Baptist church in Santa Rosa California was constructed entirely from timber sawn from one redwood tree. The building measures 60 feet by 100 feet with seating for 400. Everything except the glass came from that tree and only two thirds of the tree was needed leaving 60 000 shingles unused.
Local notes report births and visits in Boone Watauga County leaders plan a July meeting. residents travel for medical care and college events. Notables include Dr. Hodges visiting in Kentucky, Miss Moody taking a bookkeeping post, and public lectures by Rev. Ishel. Multiple families vacation near Blowing Rock and Boone tied to the Appalachian State Normal term and local tourism.
The Rev P A Hicks leaves for Macon county to conduct a ten day revival. Meanwhile Mrs Ameen and children visit Lincolnton relatives. the Me ys return to town to see friends. Mrs Lambe from Greensboro is visiting.
A large circle of friends witnessed the marriage of Earl Norris and Mary Lillian Lyon at the bride's home on June 24. Rev J A Yount and Dr W A Deaton officiated. An elegant dinner followed for many guests. The couple will reside with Mr H A Davis after August first.
On Sunday July 3, Mrs. Ellen Coffey near Saxon hosted 97 guests including her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren for a birthday dinner. Ex-Sheriff Larkin Hayes and A B Cooke spoke after hymns and a grace by Hayes. The gathering marked her 69th birthday with prayers, fellowship, and reminiscences.
Miss Anna Lee Trivett daughter of Mr and Mrs J C Trivett of Boone wed Mr W Bar ney Cook of Lenoir on Saturday July 2 at Advent Christian church Boone. Rev W L Trivett officiated. A wedding dinner followed and the couple left for Tennessee then reside in Kentwood Park Lenoir. The bride attends Appalachian State Normal School and the groom works at Lenoir Hardware and Furniture Co.
A local error in reporting Senator Dean Ed Butler of Mountain City being dead is clarified as he remains in good health. The mistake arose from a misinformed telephone call with Boone relatives. His son Ed Butler Jr. died suddenly, causing the confusion and sympathy in Watauga.
A large crowd gathered at the late Clarence Call’s Wilkesboro residence to pay last respects. Call died yesterday afternoon at his Brushy Mountains summer cottage likely from apoplexy or heart failure. Rev. John Griffith of Lenoir led the service with Episcopal rites at funeral and burial. Call was a prominent citizen, real estate owner, merchant, banker and Republican leader long active in Masonry.
A quirky courtroom-style column riffs on royal antics and public showmanship. The King admonishes crowds while asserting his right to reign, provoking a playful clash between authority and adulation.
An advertisement warns that all poultry flocks are destroyed by infestation of chicken lice and mites, retarding growth and reducing egg production. It promotes Fly-Tox as a solution, instructing light spraying under feathers, on walls and in nests, and cautions not to spray baby chicks with simple bottle instructions claiming to kill all household insects.
Local pastors report church notices and topics of interest for congregants. Activities include service schedules, community outreach, and upcoming events. The announcements reflect ongoing religious life and cooperation among churches in the area.
Rev P A Hicks pastors the Baptist church with Sunday school at 10 a m led by W R Gragg. Rev O G Tillman, a returned missionary from India, will preach both morning and evening. Dr Tillman will deliver a vital message and all three B Y P U groups meet at 7 p m under S C Eggers as general director.
Rev. J Alonzo Yount presides at St Mark s E L Church at Baily s Camp with preaching first Sunday monthly and Sunday school at 10 am and service at 11 am Grace E L Church holds services on second and fourth Sundays at 11 am Vesper services on first and third Sundays at 7 pm Sunday school every Sunday at 10 am in the Episcopal church on Main Street Holy Communion E L Church West of Boone preaches on the third Sunday at 11 am with Sunday school at 10 am All invited to attend these services.
Pastor M B Woosley reports summer Sunday school attendance at 406 highest, with 324 last Sunday and the best average yet. The Woman's Missionary Society raised 573 in three months for ground floor work. North Wilkesboro district conference at Hensons Chapel includes Bishop Mouton. Boone delegates named with activities in Sunday school and Epworth Leagues. preaching at Blowing Rock this weekend.
A young school teacher seeks a clerking or housekeeping position. Address XYZ care Democrat. Reference number 30.
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