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Newspaper
Watauga Democrat
Location
Boone, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1920
Page
3
The Tatauga Democrat reports campaign chatter as J S Stanbury attends the Salisbury conference and a warning to unregistered voters about the November election. It notes local movements, church services, health visits, and residents traveling to Baltimore Knoxville and Spokane, including former Boone residents and visitors from Junction City and Omaha.
The Lentz Bros store at Blowing Rock was robbed Monday night using sledges and common tools. About 100 dollars was taken. Bloodhounds traced the trail to two homes of Teague and Simmons, warrants issued, arrests made, trial set yesterday afternoon.
Creditors are informed that the entire interest in the Watauga Supply Company has been sold to the other stockholders who assume all liabilities of the pro rata share. All debts due the firm will be paid to the Company as constituted. Dated October 7, 1920.
Watauga County North Carolina offers twenty-five thousand dollar road bonds with semi annual interest. Serial issue spans five to thirty years. Sealed bids due November 1 1920 at 1 pm. Certified check 1 percent of bid required. Right to reject all bids reserved. For details write W R Gragg Clerk to the Board Boone NC. This Sept 3 1920.
The Boone Planing Mills are operating full time with Mr. J. F. Bumgarner in charge. They offer dressed lumber, grinding services for corn and rye, and invite patronage as a leading local enterprise.
A report notes the initial assessment for 1920 taxes, detailing early figures and the anticipated revenue. Officials reaffirm collection priorities and remind residents of filing deadlines and potential exemptions. Taxpayers are urged to review notices for accuracy.
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