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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1924
Page
4
A nation is swept by cross word puzzles with wide participation across ages. The trend is praised as constructive and beneficial for vocabulary and mental exercise. The Mirror announces it will begin running puzzles next Monday in response to reader interest.
The Rev Dr Percy Sickney Grant rector of the Church of the Ascension New York is said to be suffering a nervous breakdown. The piece argues excessive religious zeal is dangerous and that moderation is essential. Grant is in hospital receiving treatment and has been advised to divert his mind from religious thought to avoid further danger.
In Evanston Illinois a new sloped curb design is being installed after Mayor Parsons ordered the change to assist a ten year old girl disabled by infantile paralysis. The plan reduces wheel chair difficulty and prompts praise for the mayor. A local preacher Rev D H Tuttle is noted in Elm City as well.
A letter from WW D Saunders defends Hon W J Sandn d h s against editorials criticizing his appearance, accusing the piece of jealousy. The writer recounts a student visit by Winstead School to a county home and praises cooperative spirit shown by pupils and teachers despite the amid controversy.
Enterprise Lodge No 44 elects officers for the term at a regular meeting including Noble Grand Silas Ri Lions Vice Grand Haz 8 Pay Secretary W B Barbour Treasurer R F De Mints Trustees B E Howard John Jomp and J W Thompson Widows and Orphans Committee Oliver G Rand Silas R Lucas and R F Mintz.
A fragment notes Fulghum’s Toys with a 49 percent figure and mentions baby cribs and a loud warning about ten dollar items. The text is partial and lacks full context or date, but implies a sale or auction listing with low prices and questionable items.
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