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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1929

Page

3

Brains and Sonl Hazlitt Death Lessons in Education

Arthur Brisbane discusses the value of education tied to the minds behind it rather than funding. He recalls Abelard and Edison as examples, notes Hazlitt on death, and uses a rural England tale of a cow vs a lion to illustrate memory and instinct, concluding with reflections on human and animal fear and courage.

MacDonald Msay MacDonald Fromyland London Baclitt Jarlitt Wihin England

Brer Rabbit and Squirrel plot to trick Jay Bird

Brer Rabbit and Mrs Squirrel plan a prank on Mister Jay Bird using a red pepper stuffed acorn. Jay Bird pretends to eat it, crying out in mock distress as the ruse unfolds. The two critters watch from a distance.

Rabbit Mrs. Squir Br’er Rabbit Mister Jay Bird Brey Rabbit Mrs. Squirrel

Exercise Advice Misfires as Weight Loss Woes Continue

In a humorous exchange, Stout laments lack of weight loss despite horseback riding guidance from the doctor. Thin questions the method, and Stout half-jokes about falling off while acknowledging no real progress.

Stout

Monument to Carolina Dead Dedicated at Gettysburg

North Carolina unveiled a 50 000 memorial on West Confederate Avenue at Gettysburg honoring 700 dead and wounded from the 1863 battle. Five bronze Confederate soldiers advance toward Meade’s Union lines as Maj. Gen. E G Cheatham accepts the monument for the United States. Governor O Max Gardner oversaw ceremonies with former governor Angus W McLean delivering the principal address. A monolith ledger listing fallen names was also presented by the United Daughters of the Confederacy.

Gettysburg Gettyburg North Carolina George Gordon Meade Pickett Meade Men In Gray Angus W. McLean Confederate Avenue E. G. Cheatham Washington United States Army McLean O. Max Gardner United Daughters of the Confederacy

Remedy for Diverse Ailments Promoted by Doctor in Texas

An advertisement offers a free diagnosis and literature from W C Rountree M D in Austin Texas. It lists numerous ailments including nervousness stomach trouble weight loss insomnia skin issues and anxious thoughts. It features a testimonial from Mrs J D Collett of High Point North Carolina claiming complete symptom relief after the treatments.

J. D. Collett High Point N. C W.C. Rountree M. D Austin Texas

Pheasants Prove to Be Prolific Layer at Asheboro Farm

State game farm records show over 6 000 pheasant eggs gathered from 184 hens this season. Brood stock from another state underperformed first season after relocation, while ring neck, silver, Amber, Reeves, and Golden cocks contributed varied egg totals. Quail production also rising with 2 000 eggs in incubators and a 77 percent hatch rate.

Asheboro W. C. Grimes Reeves Tendent

It Goes On Marriage Details A Modern Conflict

A fragment notes a marriage tension where the wife prioritizes work over her husband. The quote contrasts a modern dynamic with traditional expectations and hints at strain in domestic roles.

Jenks Sells Painting Not For Art

Dialogue notes Jenks sells a painting for a living rather than pursuing art. The exchange highlights a student remark about Jenks, hinting at salesmanship over artistic merit.

Jenks

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