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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1927
Page
6
A mix of political commentary and social notes touches on Uncle Sam advertising bonds, Mellon's use of country weeklies, upcoming transatlantic flight plans, a treasury clerk's $100,000 potential tombstone, Sacco-Vanzetti commission talk, theological stances on heaven, and postal workers' pay and treatment.
A Boston Transcript remark frames a blunt contrast to “survival of the fittest” by declaring I am an undertaker, challenging the creed with a wry, darkly humorous note about fate and existence.
A conversation reveals a sharp exchange about dating, with a man questioning if the woman would date anyone, followed by a reply about not dating the entire population of the world.
Raleigh reports guidance from Dr. B F Kaupp on maintaining egg production in hot weather. He advises separating inclinations and cockerels, frequent egg collection, clean cooling, caponizing for future holidays, careful dipping against pests, ventilated housing, shade and fresh water, and treating red mites to avoid losses. An unrelated note mentions San Jose cemetery plans tiny casket telephones connected to a porter’s alarm.
A fragment notes Khemes Cathedral has been architecturally restored and resumed its services on Ascension I May 2. The source mentions a quip about teaching swimming and a cad, highlighting the restoration milestone and scheduled restart.
Mortgagees Wis D James and wife Nett issue notice of sale for default on December 20 1927. The property near John Johnson line in Watauga County includes 2 acres more or less with a half interest in 39 1 2 acres. Sale set for July 9 1927 at 1 p.m. at courthouse door.
In Watauga County Superior Court the clerk A E South issues a summons against Joe Oxentine to answer a petition for partition of the Mike Oxentine home tract in Boone Township. The respondent must appear July 18, 1927 or demur. otherwise relief requested by the plaintiffs will be granted. Dated June 6, 1927.
A reader asks how a husband can cope with a nagging wife who aims for order and a good home. The column suggests mutual understanding, noting women seek care for family and men desire peace, and urges couples to explain careless habits and show appreciation to reduce friction.
The Reading Public seeks independence in media and cites many claims. Yet there exists a North Carolina newspaper that has long maintained true editorial independence.
The Greensboro Daily News touts its independence and comprehensive coverage across sections. It highlights steady growth without premiums and invites readers to try a subscription, noting annual and six month rates for daily and Sunday editions.
The piece contrasts strict cleanliness with warm companionship, arguing that a home must balance order with daily use. It warns against fetishizing tidiness and emphasizes flexible routines and mutual ease between spouses, noting excessive home perfecting can drive people away. Obi Tee closes with a witty saying about priorities.
Legal notice states that on May 17, 1941, the undersigned sold the entire interment of Boone Electric Company to Ira Ayers Stanford Berry A E South and David F Greene. Purchasers to pay all debts and collect outstanding accounts. Seller disclaims responsibility for any post sale Firm.
A man asks a woman to marry him with a single word promising happiness. She answers no. He then asks for another word, but the exchange ends without a proposal.
A playful ad copy prompts a witty remark about staying youthful. Dora quips that keeping youth hinges on avoiding exposure to other attractive women.
Weather bureau records show Boise Idaho reached a high temperature in the summer of 1871. The entry notes the peak heat level for that season as part of early meteorological observations.
A fragment notes 57 degrees below zero as the coldest reading, but the text is incomplete and unclear on date or location. The snippet suggests extreme winter conditions without full context or verification.
Physicians praise perfect purification of the system as Nature's foundation for health. The ad urges a thorough course of Calotabs once or twice weekly for several weeks to purify the entire system, claiming health benefits, with a family package available for 35 cents at any drug store.
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