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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1925
Page
2
The Democrat thanks the town’s outgoing mayor and aldermen for a businesslike administration. They acknowledge mistakes, defend their duty, and praise the period as history making with the greatest public improvements. They wish the incoming officers success, hoping they measure up to the predecessors.
U S Department notes North Carolina potato production well below last year with 22 100 acres planted, weaker stands in most areas, and earlier movement starting May 15 to 25. Prices and shipments vary by region as heavy movement expected by June 10 to 20, with Florida Florida Spaulding Rose and Texas Bliss Triumphs among key market terms.
John B. Steele, County Agent, reports lighter acreage in Eagle Lake Wharton, with production about one fourth lower than last year. Shipments from two to three weeks earlier across the Atlantic coast, likely continuing to Long Island and eastern Maine, require Watauga to finish shipping by September 15.
A discussion argues for stressing Domestic Science and Religious Education in girls schooling. It cites Miss Cowdrey of Crouch End High School and notes views that women should be prepared for housewifery alongside broader learning. The piece questions separate tracks for clever and dull girls and highlights practical skills.
A speaker argues for stressing religion in girls education and training at home school and church. She cites girls in North Carolina kitchens and a New York City grammar school test showing many pupils lack knowledge of the ten commandments.
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