Watauga Democrat May 22 1930 front page details
The Watauga Democrat issue from Boone North Carolina May 22 1930 lists publishers R C Rivers Rob Rivers and printing by Rivers Printing Company. It notes subscription rates and notices that cards of thanks resolutions of respect obituaries are charged at advertising rates while newspaper is second class mail matter.
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Desert Stallion Poem of Undying Love Across Night
A dramatic lover proclaims passion from beneath a beloved’s window. The speaker vows a love that endures beyond time as he seeks entry to the beloved’s heart and quiet rest from fevered longing. The scene emphasizes nocturnal yearning and poetic vow.
International Mistakes in Films Stir Global Protest
The article argues that worldwide film portrayals offend various nations and peoples, provoking protests from Britain, Mussolini Italy, France, Russia and China. It notes Washington’s impotence to halt a controversial Nicaragua Marine film and cautions that audiences may misread cinema as fact, shaping beliefs about life and people.
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China
Bagdad
America
France
Nicaragua
Washington
Latin America
United States
South America
In Flanders Fields Verse by Elizabeth L Sargent
Poem recalling war memory with roses growing where poppies once blew. It honors fallen heroes in Flanders fields and asks for peace and unity to prevent more graves.
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Flanders Fields
Elizabeth L. Sargent
Ware
The Way of Life and the Question of Immortality
A speaker argues for theism over atheism, asserting that a guiding Intelligence underpins the universe. He questions naturalistic origins, contends personality exists in creation, and claims belief in God offers a meaningful answer to mortality. He concedes proof is elusive but finds belief practical and hopeful.
The Family Doctor and the Twilight Sleep Controversy
A physician warns against the H M C formula and its twilight sleep use, recounting a deadly overdose and delirium case. He notes safer ether anesthesia for surgery, and recalls abandoning H M C after a chilling bedside experience. He now limits use to easing childbirth pains and resents its exploitation by quacks.
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America
Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Meeting Called in Boone
Notice to policy holders of the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Association northwestern branch for Watauga County. A meeting will be held at the courthouse in Boone on Saturday May 24, 1930 at 2 p m. The secretary and president will provide information on the company’s condition in their possession.
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Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Association
Northwestern
Watauga County
Boone
J. D. Braswell
Ten Virgins Parable Illustrates Preparedness in Sunday Lesson
The lesson on Matthew 25 uses the Ten Virgins parable to teach readiness. Five virgins carry extra oil and stay prepared, while the other five fail to prepare and are shut out at midnight when the bridegroom arrives. The dialogue asks readers what they would do in such a moment.
Memorial Sketch of Sister Lettie A Anderson
A memorial sketch notes Lettie A Moore Anderson born 1858 in Wilkes County died April 4 1930 at about 72. She married Bynum Anderson who died 1897 and had nine children. She joined Hunting Creek Baptist Church later transferring to Mt Vernon and Brushy Fork Churches. She is praised as a faithful member and loving mother who endured illness patiently. Committee L M Trivett M J Williams conclude with a hopeful resurrection tone.
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Lettie A. Anderson
Robert
Betty Moore
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Hunting Creek Baptist Church
Wilkes County
Mt. Vernon Church
Brushy Fork Church
Anderson
L. M. Trivett
M. J. Williams
The Foolish Virgins and the Call to Readiness
The text interprets the parable of the ten virgins, warning that those who neglect preparation for Christ’s arrival risk being shut out. It stresses that salvation is available to all, but only if one maintains the oil of faith and keeps the light burning, warning against indifference or neglect. The lesson centers on being prepared for the kingdom and ready when the Lord comes.
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