Resolutions of Respect for Mae Johnson by Boone Baptist society
The Boone Baptist Church Womans Missionary Society expresses sorrow over the death of Mae Johnson on August 24 1925. The resolution notes her youth and faithful service, offers deepest sympathy to the family, and asks the minutes be amended with the resolution and published in the Watsuga Democrat. Committee signatures: Fay G Hodges Ollie E Greer Mary S Perkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae Johnson
Mae
Womans’ Missionary Society
the Boone Baptist Church
Minute
Watsuga Democrat
Fay G. Hodges
Ollie E. Greer
Mary S. Perkins
FOSCOE ITEMS Community notes and small updates
Old man Winter steady at the place. health generally good. Charles Rowe and Susan Moody indisposed briefly. Eva Mae Coffey visiting sister Mrs. Williams at Johnson Ty. Caloway family week end visit with Coffey. Sunday School at Christian Church interesting. hope winter months stay lively. Apples being shipped. Presnells transacting business at Lenoir and Granite Falls. Glenn accompanies them. Halloween enjoyed. ghosts seen. Carrie Walters and Lara Shoun visited Mrs. J. H. Presnell. Lee Moody and son Earle visited home folks. Mrs. Mattie Toppings still indisposed. School progress under Miss Bingham and Trivette. Byrds enjoy Florida relocation. Mrs. W. S. Miller visited Carrie Walters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Rowe
Susan Moody
Eva Mae Coffey
Williams
Johnson Ty
Clingman Caloway
J. D
J. H. Presnell
Lenoir
Granite Falls
Glenn
Floks
Carrie Walters
Lara Shoun
Lee Moody
Earle
Mattie Toppings
Bingham
Trivette
Byrds
Florida
W. S. Miller
Speedy stenographer seeks work in bold ad
An ad seeks a stenographer described as fast and accurate with human vision. A skeptical applicant boasts uncanny shorthand speed and precision, claiming Europe and beyond as experience. She pitches extreme equipment and sensual urgency, ends by noting she got the job.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Aierpe
Irope
Hoboken
Neve
Galax industry grows in Banner Elk area
In the mountains residents turn to galax leaf picking as a seasonal industry. Thriving near Banner Elk, the activity has become a notable income source for local families as they gather and bunch galax in spare time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banner Elk
Les
Pinnacles and Leaves: McRae Institute Trade Insight
The Pinnacles and McRae Institute speak of regional leaf trades for Easter, noting Johnson City storage in October and greenhouse timing. The region ships over fifty million galax leaves and cut ferns yearly, bringing Avery County more than fifty thousand dollars annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McRae Institute
Johnson City
Avery County
Red Cross Aids Ex-Service Men Expands Rapidly
The American Red Cross reports a marked rise in aid to ex-service and active duty men through chapters hospitals and offices during the past year. National claims handled rose to 17 506 from 12 010, hospital admissions exceeded 6 000, and knitted sweaters campaign revived for disabled veterans while field directors supported troops at camps and stations. An expanded roll call appeal is planned for Armistice Day to November 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Congress
Veterans’ Bureau
National Headquarters
Monkeys as Pets and Care Standards
Monkeys require warm climates and heated quarters in cold weather. If confined, cages must be at least four feet in each dimension and fully sealed except for a front opening to prevent draughts. Prescribed diet includes vegetables, rice, fruit, bread, occasional chicken, and milk with raw egg. constant water provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
All Times
Washington Star
England's Ancient Tornadoes Then and Now
The article recounts England's earliest definite tornado near three centuries ago in Cheshire and Lancashire. It describes a 1662 event with a towering pillar of smoke, a milemlike path, uprooted trees, blown fences, and loud noise that frightened cattle and damaged structures, noting such storms are rarer in Europe than in western America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Cheshire
Lancashire
Western
America
Europe
Beach Combing Industry Worth While
Beach combing proves profitable at popular resorts and ports as workers recover items lost at sea. From cigarette cases to watches and coins, smaller finds yield quick returns while larger losses like oil barrels and rope offer bulk rewards. Successful beach combers study coast currents to predict where treasures appear each season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liverpool
Manchester Guardian
Red Cross relief record highlights 1925 disasters
The American Red Cross completed a sweeping post disaster rehabilitation in under a year covering over 90 disasters including the Santa Barbara quake and the Midwest tornadoes. The report notes 34 national efforts costing 3 million plus and 61 domestic operations with extensive chapter involvement and a forthcoming ninth annual roll call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Santa Barbara
Red Cross Sice
Shenandoah
Ohio
Lorain
Agency of the Red Cross
What Becomes of Red Cross Sweaters in Hospitals
The Red Cross asks knitters to resume making sweaters as 30,000 disabled veterans remain in hospitals this winter. The postwar surplus was exhausted, so the new campaign continues to meet high demand for warm garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Red Cross Ro Call Seeks Members Nov Eleven to Twenty Six
The American Red Cross invites individuals to join during a nationwide membership drive named Ro Call running from November Eleven to Twenty Six. The appeal urges people to add their names to support relief efforts and aid.
As Beautiful as the Moth
A writer Hanley is menaced by old friend Gerder Corder in his dim room. Corder plans to abduct Hanley’s wife, claiming a hunting accident killed Hanley, aided by poison in wine. Hanley, aware of the danger, considers the unmapped twist of a moth motif as a potential clue to his own fate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanley
Gerder
Jim Gorder
Corder
Gorder
Tokio
Red Cross Finances Reflect Wide National and Local Services
Washington reports the American Red Cross posted expenditures of 10.32 million for the year ended June 30, 1925. Of this, 4.23 million supported ex service and service men, 3.58 million aided disabled veterans, 647,876 funded Regular Army and Navy support, and 1.92 million covered disaster relief. Foreign relief reached 285,579 from National funds, with insular and overseas projects totaling additional allocations, while home activities included 1.03 million for Public Health Nursing and related programs. The Chapters spent 678,000 of their own funds, and membership growth is urged from Armistice Day to Thanksgiving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Army
Navy
National Organization
League of Red Cross Societies
Junion Red Cross
Teague of Red Cross
Red Cross First Aid Popular in America as Accidents Rise
The American Red Cross reports rapid growth in First Aid training with 356 chapters offering classes and 26 601 certificates issued. State police training, school programs, and a railroad car tour reaching 146 327 participants across 1 200 meetings are highlighted, with industries like Western Electric noting lower accident rates per 1000 workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Red Cross
United States
Washington
D C
Toledo
Boston
Mass
South Bend
Indianapolis
Ind
Port Arthur
Texas
Western Electric Company
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The
Diamond
Nebr
Richard Tanner
Diamond” Dick
Dr. Tanner
House of Bishops of
Protestant Episcopal Church
William Montgomery
Arkansas
Pee Hin
Midwest
William Sanford
Western Newspaper Union
REW Cross
Paramount
Red Cross First Aid
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