Immediate special session threatened over prison funds
The state faces an imminent special session as a 1923 law transfers all prison revenues to the general fund but provides no appropriation for maintenance. Governor Morrison and officials warn the prison risks closure without remedial action. Superintendent Pou cites $40,000 in vouchers blocked by the auditor as funds cannot be paid.
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Statte
Treasury
Morrison
Ben R. Lacy
Baxter Durham
George Ross Pou
State Department of Public Welfare
Citizens Committee of One Hundred
I. Eee
General Assembly
Kate Burr Johnson
Public Welfare
Clem Wright
Greensboro
Welfare Department
Durham
Council of State
Pou
Brock Barkley
Charlotte Observer
Cyclone Mack On Evolution Sermon Sparks Greensboro Talk
Rev B F McLendon condemns evolutionists in a Greensboro sermon linking life’s history from amoebas to mammals. He mocks professors and argues the Bible is literal. printing by Rivers Pty. Co. is cited.
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Greensboro
B. F. McLendon
Rivers Pty. Co
Engineers Seek Site for Tunnel on Blue Ridge Survey
Engineers led by Fox survey the Blue Ridge area from West Jefferson to Obids Ashe and plan routes to North Wilkesboro and West Jefferson with a potential 30 mile steel rail link. They scrutinize tunnel sites and grade problems while awaiting a final site decision.
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Blue Ridge
Jefferson
Fox
Greensboro
Miller
North Wilkesboro
West Jefferson
Obids
Ashe
Doughton
Elkin
Sparta
W. S. Hampton
Winston-Salem Journal
North Carolina Produces Best Wheat Crop In Years
North Carolina reports its best wheat crop in years at 6.585 million bushels, averaging 10 bushels per acre and priced at 1.52. The state shows 90 percent condition, with corn remaining the principal crop at 37 percent of acreage and cotton 28 percent, while national figures project an 821 million bushel wheat crop.
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North Carolina
Frank Parker
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
United States
Sampson
Orange
Polk County
Anson
Iredell
Co-Operative Crop Reporting Service
Federal Departments of Agriculture
Development Underway on Judge Council Property in Boone
Developments have begun on the Judge Council property in Boone North Carolina. Crews clear fences and buildings under the direction of H H Halladay of Greensboro who plans a mixed use subdivision with wide boulevards. The entire tract will be auctioned mid August attracting buyers from cities for summer homes and business sites.
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Judge Councils
H. H. Halladay
Greensboro
N. C
North Carolina
Boone
Halladay
Watauga
Watermelon Day at U.S. Veterans Hospital Oteen
Baracas and Philatheas in North Carolina set Thursday July 26 as Watermelon Day at the U S War Veterans Hospital in Oteen. The event honors soldiers returning from World War I and invites donations to fund melons and treats, planned by Mrs. N Buckner, Asheville.
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Veterans Hospital
Oteen
Baraca
Philathea
Carolina
Baracas
Philatheas
P. O
P. O. Money Order For This Purpose To Mrs. N. Puckner
Asheville
N. C
Georgia
Christ
North Carolina
N. Buckner
North Carolina Crop Prospects and National Averages
North Carolina oat and wheat outlook shows 90 percent condition in NC with 50,457,000 bushels expected, matching last year and below the five year average by 4,000,000. Nationally, corn and oats yield about 28 bushels per acre with total production near 1.283 billion bushels and farm value around 42.5 cents per bushel.
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North Carolina
United States
Firpo Ready To Meet Any Body At Any Time
Argentine heavyweight Luis Firpo said he is ready to fight anybody anywhere and anytime. He spoke with Tex Rickard at Madison Square Garden about potential matches including Harry Wills and a Dempsey clash, with a title bout possible around Labor Day at Boyle's Thirty Acres under an iron clad contract.
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Associated Press
Luis Firpo
Jess Willard
Ty Acres
Conqurer
Howe
Mac
Jack Dempsey
Firpo
Tex Rickards
Madison Square Garden
Harry Wills
New Orleans
Dempsey
Rickard
Jack Kearns
Labor Day
Boyle
Thirty Acres
Bill Brenan
Trade of Children for Farm Animals Under Court Scrutiny
Allegea to have traded his two daughters and a son for a horse a cow and a calf Clark Thornington of Truxton New York was convicted Friday of improper guardianship before Judge Champlin in Children's Court George Shaw of Truxton charged with the barter being consummated was later released in $1000 bail on a charge of attacking the younger daughter The latter and her brother will be committed to the county home The court ordered the father to pay for their care The elder daughter Mamie Thornton 26 found in the Shaw home was detained for mental examination It emerged the children had never seen a railroad train until recently and had been closely confined
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Allegea
Clark Thornington
Truxton
N. Y
Champlin
Children’s Court
George Shaw
Mamie Thornton
Shaw
Dry June worsens North Carolina crops harvest
The report notes very dry areas along the eastern piedmont with June among the driest on record. It cites a two percent drop in principal crop prices in June, while overall price indices show a 17 percent rise from a year ago and 31 percent above two years, yet 17.6 percent below the ten year average.
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Piedmont
North Carolina
Farmers from Alamance to tour county in Boone visit
One hundred farmers from Alamance County will arrive in Boone on Thursday July 19 and tour the county Friday escorted by County Agent Steele. The Chamber of Commerce will host a reception on the court house lawn at seven o'clock with speeches, refreshments led by Hazel Carringer, and entertainment.
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Steele
Alamance County
Boone
Chamber of Commerce
Court House
North Carolina
Virginia
Tennessee
Watauga
Hazel Carringer
First Summer Term at Appalachian Training School Ends
The Appalachian Training School closed its first summer term on July 15 with exams across all departments. A record 376 students enrolled from six states and Canada, including 57 North Carolina counties. The second term starts July 17. Boone’s growing appeal draws many visitors amid ongoing road work to Blowing Rock. J M Downum.
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Appalachian Training School
States
Canada
North Carolina
Raleigh
Boone
Blowing Rock
J. M. Downum
A Good Proposition for Labor Bank Ownership
The piece argues for organizing labor banks and co operative undertakings to educate workers about financing and management. It contends that workers invested in capital will push for safe operations and fair returns, helping national and state stability. The author urges workers to become owners of industrial securities to safeguard the economy.
Hundred Alamance Masonic Picnic Seeks Big Attendance
The Watauga County Masonic Picnic planned for August 11 aims to revive a neglected event with Watauga Lodge No. 273 Snow Ashier Blowing Rock Lodges and nearby lodges invited. Proceeds support Oxford Orphan Asylum with a day of speeches music and a dinner all to benefit orphans.
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Hundred Alamance
Watauga
Wuga
Watauga Lodge No
Ashier
Oxford Orphan Asylum
Jitney Lines Open Between Mt City Boone and Trade West Jefferson
Madron brothers of Mt City and Trade start daily jitney service Mt City to Boone and Trade to West Jefferson. First trip today. Planned connections to North Wilkesboro Jitney and Winston-Salem same day. New routes use reliable machines and courteous drivers. Schedule details to follow.
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State Line
Shounds, Tenn
Messrs. R. L
Hillary Madron
Mt City
Trade
Mt. City
Boone
West Jefferson
North Wilkesboro
Winston-Salem
Mr Thomas Day Passes In Watauga County
Mr. Thomas Day prominent Watauga resident died at his Blue Ridge home Monday after a long illness caused by Brights disease and complications. He served on the Board of County Commissioners and was known for helping the unfortunate and aiding his community. He was a devoted family man and a faithful follower of his Master. News of his death brings sadness to many.
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Thomas Day
Watauga
Blue Ridge
Bright
Conserving Power Urged By New River Light and Power Co
The New River Light and Power Co urges residents to conserve electricity by avoiding irons and washing machines and using only essential lighting. A larger plant is under construction to meet long term needs, but in the meantime collective effort can ease the current shortage.
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New River Light and Power Co
Minnesota Sents Johnson to Senate in landslide win
Mangus Johnson has been elected to the United States Senate from Minnesota to succeed the late Knute Nelson. He defeats the Republican administration man Governor J A O Prews. Johnson’s victory marks a key shift in state politics.
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Mangus Johnson
United States Senate
Minnesota
J. A. O. Prews
Knute Nelson
Harding
Butler Family Visits Boone Over Weekend
Dr. J. C. Farthing and his family from Butler Tennessee were weekend visitors in Boone, enjoying local sights and hospitality.
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J.C. Farthing and Family
Butler, Tenn
Boone
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U.S. Veterans Hospital
MR. Thomas Day
Johnson
Senate
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