North Carolina Public School Property Value Boom 1900 to 1923
The University News Letter reports a dramatic rise in public school property value in North Carolina. From about 1 million in 1900 to 47 million in 1923, with Durham leading per capita investment and ten counties surpassing the 1900 state total in 1923. The trend continues into 1924.
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Mecklenburg
Pasquotank
Winston-Salem
Forsyth
Durham
Durham County
Clay County
Hobbs
North Carolina
Carolina
Buncombe County
Buncombe
Guilford
Durham Wake
Wilson
Iredell
Rockingham
New Hanover
Charlotte Observer
Why Scrubs, Anyway? Debate on Pedigrees in Farming
A discussion questions the dominance of pure-bred stock and argues herd-book promoters may rely on paper pedigrees more than practical farming value. The piece suggests scrubs could rival or complement pedigree stock in agriculture.
Scrub Farming Critique and North Carolina Building Loans
A critique argues for high grade farming over scrub practices across crops and livestock. The piece cites Farm economics and the University News Letter noting North Carolina leads Southern states in building and loan associations by number, assets, and thrift, reflecting an American saving for a home ethos.
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University News
North Carolina
United States
Bank Savings Offer Highlights Interest Rate
The notice advertises a savings account with 4 percent interest in the bank's Savings Department. It invites inquirers and potential customers to open an account and proves value by encouraging them to do business with the bank.
R D Jennings Dentist in Boone Advises Prearranged Appointments
R D Jennings, dentist, operates office over Watauga County Bank in Boone. Patients from distant areas are advised to write for an appointment to be arranged beforehand.
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Watauga County Bank
Boone
Farmers urged to form rural building and loan groups
The piece argues rural building and loan associations offer high dividends and tax exempt savings, noting Ohio farmers have used the Plan for years and suggesting North Carolina farmers adopt similar associations under state law to organize and operate. Local farmer groups are urged to explore this option.
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North Carolina
Ohio
Double Killing Near Chestnut Hill Ends in Suicide
A man named Saults killed his wife in Chestnut Hill area and then shot himself. He had reportedly abused her after returning from West Virginia last Saturday, pursuing her to a neighbor’s house and firing nine times before taking his life.
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Ashe Recorder
Recorder
Chestnut Hill
John Sault
Saults
West Virginia
Governor Morrison and His Chauffeur in Traffic Incidents
The report details Governor Morrison's gubernatorial car being halted for traffic violations for a third time. Earlier incidents saw the governor hand over a price and refuse to back down, with previous stop at Hillsboro sparking indignation and a vow to contest in court.
Governor Mor rison urged on speed law issue
The text reports a pattern of speed regulation violations tied to Governor Mor rison with claims of car incidents between Raleigh and Charlotte. It notes an amicable settlement over damages and stresses concern that the governor set a poor example for law enforcement and public safety.
Letter From Aged Texan Describes Roots and Oil Boom
A letter from W L Bryan recounts his birth in 1872 near Elk Creek North Carolina and migration to Texas in 1881. He reflects on Texas wild west days, Indians, and ancestors, then notes the oil boom in Kaufman county with large lease activity around McCoy and landowners receiving high lease offers.
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W. L. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Ervin Triplett
Elk Creek
Camp Branch
Watauga County
North Carolina
Texas
Indian Territory
Oklahoma
Union
Kauffman County
Tex
McCoy
Letter to Mr Bryan About Oil Drilling Prospects
A resident reports a well being drilled seven hundred feet from his store at a depth of twenty five hundred feet. He jokes about wealth if oil is struck and profit even if not. He asks Mr Bryan to publish the note in the county paper and recalls Boone from 17 years ago.
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Mr. Bryan
Boone
George Triplett
Will of General Julian S. Carr Filed for Probate
Durham May 21 The will of the late General Julian S Carr was filed for probate in Superior Court. It details an estate valued at 250 000 to 300 000 with half to his sons Claiborne Carr and Austin Carr and the other half to his grandchildren and secretary Thomas M Gorman. Western properties go to the University of North Carolina Trinity College Durham Public Library and other institutions in China. Smaller bequests include 500 dollars to his stenographer and 200 dollars to various servants.
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Durham
Julian S. Carr
Superior Court
Claiborne Carr
Austin Carr
Thomas M. Gorman
Texas
Oklahoma
University of North Carolina
Trinity College
Durham Public Library
Old Ladies, Home
China
General Carr
North Carolina
Don’t contradict friends or gossip in daily conduct
Advice from Detroit Young Men urges restraint in speech and curiosity about others. Do not pry into intimate affairs or repeat gossip. Preserve a pleasant exterior while managing personal discomfort and focus on one's own business.
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Detroit
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Valley OF Lost
Jack Hoxie
Buick
F. M. Richards
Banner
Elk, N. C
H. Gragg
Boone, N. C
Chas. E. Green
Bakersville, N. C
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Bula
Martin Block
Lencir
N.S
Dula
Dts
Boone and Watauga
Nissen
Oliver Chilled
Deering
Boone Hardware Company
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