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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
4
A local column critiques Roosevelt era farm reduction plans and predicts drought impact while urging practical reforms. It argues for a county agent program, better county home conditions, and gradual fiscal-driven improvements, warning against repeated crop-reduction schemes.
Farmers of Watauga County plan a mass meeting at the courthouse Saturday to press for a county agent. The effort aims to join two other North Carolina counties in securing the agent and boosting farm life, education, and incomes while addressing the poorly managed county poor farm nearby.
A compact historical note on Mark the author of the second gospel. It traces Mark from his early curiosity as a boy in the home of a believer to his collaboration with Paul and Peter, and explains how Matthew later amended the account with Old Testament references. Next Week: Luke Ushers in Women.
A Stockbridge quote argues that perfect states and planned economies fail because most people only want their own benefit. Historical thinkers imagined equal distribution, but the mass rarely seeks a square deal for others if they can secure theirs first.
Rev Mr Jones preached at Episcopal Church. Sunday school moved up at M E Church. Clerk Blackburn named Professor Fran cum county examiner. Wiley Swift returned from Chapel Hill. Vance Henkel of Le noir Furniture visited town selling. Deputy Collectorsorton opened office between Bryan's Hotel and Coffey's Store. Skyland Institute closed for the season with exercises. Miss Bina Greene returned from Greensboro State Normal. Rev J G Hagaman back from Butler Tenn to Beaver Dam. Judge L L Greene returning for summer. W R Spainhour visiting town. he runs a mercantile in Sutherland. I L Councill spent Sunday with parents. Doga to run Blowing Rock Hotel. Saw mill boiler explosion near Downsville killed four, two injured. James C Horton appointed deputy collectorship for Watauga Ashe Alleghany. Dr R D Jennings announces permanent Blowing Rock office at Morris house and invites patients to stay as board is free for work.
A sermon reflection on nature's beauty contrasted with human doubt about God and life after death. It argues followers must identify with a crucified Christ, embracing humiliation and sacrifice before sharing in Calvary’s path and the hope of resurrection.
The county sees a burst of construction as numerous brick and stone homes and shops advance. Builders include W. E. Hodges, H. L. Lyon, the Lyons brothers, and W. G. Hartzog with projects from five to nine rooms near towns like Boone, Sugar Grove, and Stanbury. Home Owners Loan Corporation funds fuel repairs and renovations townwide.
A fragmented column combines social commentary on agriculture and industry with satire and aphorisms. It mixes musings on politics, culture, and human nature, noting North Carolina sentiments and civic observations in a reflective, humorous voice.
Mrs. Carl Wilson claims three months of Kruschen Salts reduced 45 pounds and six inches off the bust after using three bottles. The ad touts a half teaspoon daily in hot water as a safe weight loss method and notes one bottle lasts four weeks, available at drug stores worldwide.
A light verse on the common house fly as a pest and disease carrier. It describes flies feeding on carcasses and eggs, landing on bread and greens, and spreading germs. The poem urges swatting the flies to protect lives and hints at tariff debates in Congress.
W E Shipley asserts wool sales possible if prices stay high and sees little danger. He expects clearer market direction in two to three weeks.
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