Mountain crops on steep North Carolina slopes praised
The Charlotte Observer notes mountain soil rich and crops thriving on steep slopes. It describes corn growing waist high on hillside ground up to 4000 feet, with natural fertility and sun rain mix driving growth. Roads and modern machinery promise larger, better cultivated mountain farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blowing Rock
Sprhich
Coastal Plain
North Carolina
Charlotte Observer
Irving
Broken Dreams From the Attic Trunk of a Lost Baby
Poem reflecting a mother’s grief as a trunk holds delicate garments for a baby who died. It describes a red rusted key and cobwebs guarding the past while the child’s diminutive wardrobe represents a life unseen. The speaker mourns the infant and the dream of a future never lived.
Fish Hatchery Planned for Western North Carolina
The Salisbury Post reports that a trout hatchery is likely in western North Carolina to boost mountain stream fishing. An expert from Washington told the state Fisheries Commission that good fishing would draw many visitors, aided by improving roads, with costs justified by state gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salisbury Post
Wiern
Washington
State Commission
Thouse
North Carolina
Mr. Leach
America
Snal
Carol Y
Aston
Estern Carolina
Chairm Dixon
Commi Nelson
State Fair plans grow with stronger exhibits spread across North Carolina
Mr. Walborn reports the fair will expand agricultural displays with superior canning poultry and corn entries and promise bigger textile and furniture showcases from High Point and Lenoir. Amusements are being upgraded to meet Mrs. Van derbilt’s expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanderiult
North
Cescuma
Walborn
North Carolina
High Point
America
Lenoir
Vanderbilt
Pleasant Trip to Blowing Rock and Boone
The editor, publisher and W. C. traveled by auto to Boone North Carolina last Saturday, arriving about noon. They note the Trade road in fair condition with several work crews making progress despite heavy rainfall and expect the State line route to be very good soon. The Zionville to Boone road is reported good and receives ongoing attention from the State Highway Commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C
Boone
N. C
State Line
Zionville
State Highway Commission
A Boone Visit Through Blue Ridge Scenery and Local Papers
A Boone excursion describes meeting old friends visiting the Watauga Democrat print shop and editor R. C. Rivers in new quarters. The journey along scenic Blue Ridge to Blowing Rock and Mayview Hotel captures hospitality at Critcher Hotel and a return to Mountain City, with remarks on local resources and picturesque landscapes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone
R. C. Rivers
Watauga
Rapa
Wilkes
Blue Ridge
Critcker Hotel
An Critcher
Hery
Clarence C. Cress
New River Lumber Co’s
Blowing Rock
Mayview Hotel
Through the Years as Mountain School Teacher
A veteran educator recalls decades teaching in Watauga County's mountain schools. The narrative mixes memories of harsh seasons, proud former pupils now civic contributors, and lessons learned from humble mountain white families. It promises county history, biographies, school life anecdotes, and occasional pupil mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watauga
Childre
Les
Robi. Barnes
Building and Loan Seen as Thrift Builder in Albemarle
A local business leader touts building and loan shares as a model of thrift noting a $500 deposit from small weekly payments. He explains five shares paid weekly can mature by age 21, aiding college costs and home building, and praises the system for encouraging regular savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albemarle News-Herald
Commercial Printing of Every Kind by Rivers Print Co
Rivers Print Co offers a full range of commercial printing services. The firm handles books posters business forms and general printing tasks for local clients and area businesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
THE
Rivers Printing CO
Rivers Print. CO
Prologue Closure by Nannie Rivers on Teaching Reminiscences
A reflective note from Nannie Rivers closes a prologue with hopes that her remixes may become songs or sermons. She cherishes teaching young students and imagines readers will enjoy her writings as she signs off with a flourish inspired by Dr. Mattie D. Babcock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie D. Babcock
Nannie Rivers
Wolverines Face Final Stand in Sierra High Country
The Sierra Nevada wolverine known as the glutton of America, facing extinction in California, is described by Walter Fry of Sequoia National Park. He warns humans and the wolverine’s gluttony for porcupines hasten its demise, yet urges protection to curb extinction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Sierra Nevada
America
High Serras
Walter Fry
Natural Guide Service
Sequoia National Park
California
Fry
Mr. Fry
Demorat Ads Highlight Hattie Berry in North Carolina Efforts
The piece portrays Miss Hattie M. Berry as the state’s busiest woman, active in rural credits and road improvements. It praises her practicality and persistence and asserts women can do the work, paraphrasing the News and Observer quote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie M. Berry
North Carolina
Miss Berry
News and Observer
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tatanga Democrat
the State Fair
Biro
Kino Ane
Oanver
Reins Bros
Lenoir, N. C
West
Alabama
Georgia
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!