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The Courier Only $1.50 Per Year VOL. VIII—NO. 46 FORMER COUNTY MAN KILLED IN NEWARK Burley H. La wing Receives Fatal Injuries When Elec tric Line Pole Breaks. Mr. Burley H. Lawing, formerly of this county, met a tragic acci dent while engaged in his duties as an electrician at his home in Newark, N. J., Saturday night, dy ing Sunday morning from the ef fects of a fall from an electric light pole. Mr. Lawing was engaged in cut ting electric wires at a big fire in his city Saturday night, when the pole on which he was working broke, throwing him to the con crete pavement below. He was hurried to a hospital, but succumb ed to his injuries early Sunday morning. The news of his tragic fate was received here by relatives and friends with sincere grief and cast a shadow over all. Mr. Lawing formerly resided in Forest City and was the son of Mrs. E. N. Lawing, of the West End. He had been in Newark about five years and was a valued employee of the electric company there. About two years ago he was married at Bethlehem, Pa., his wife surviving. Besides his widow, he leaves his mother, Mrs. E. N. Lawing, of this city; two brothers, Messrs. S. L. and C. A. Lawing, of this county; three sist ers, Mrs. J. P. Williamson, of Hendersonville; Mrs. Nannie Mc- Clure, Forest City, and Mrs. H. B. McCoy, of Charlotte. He was 28 years old and a member of the Methodist church. A man of sterling character and kindly disposition, he made friends wherever he was known. His un timely death cast a deep shadow over the many friends in the home of his adoption and came with shocking sadness to the relatives and friends here in his boyhood home. The body arrived in Forest City yesterday. Funeral services will be held at Pleasant Grove M. E. church by Dr. W. R. Ware at 3 o'clock this (Thursday) afternoon. BOSTIC R-l NEWS Bostic, Route 1, Aug. 23.—The people of this community were glad io see the showers, which fell last Friday night. Mr. and Mrs. E. Hoyle spent last Sunday the guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Digh. Mr. H. L. Johnson and family, spent last Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Walker. Miss Louise Grayson spent last Saturday night with Mr. «nd Mrs. Jim Carpenter. Miss Mary McMurry, is spending this week with her grandparents. Cherry Mountain. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Weaver, of Shelby, spent last Sunday night, the guests of Mr. D. D. Freeman, and family. Mrs. Julius Padgett, of Georgia, is spending a few days this week with her sister, Mrs. A. K. Free man. Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Withrow and family and Mrs. D. D. Freeman and family spent last Wednesday, the guests of Mr. A. M. Daves. Mr. Cecil McKinney and Miss Cora Greene, visited at the home of Mr. Jim Devinney's, last Sunday. Mr. Paul Melton spent last Sat urday night with his cousin, Mr. Jno. Johnson. Mr. Robert Wilson and Miss Blan ton, of Lattimore, visited Mr. and Mrs. Audie Freeman, last Sunday. Mr. George Digh and sons, Clar ence, Durham and Ed, accompanied by Mr. Audie Freeman, made a business trip to Charlotte last Sat urday. They report Mr. Rex Weast as improving. Mr. Colen Carpenter and family, of Spencer, are visiting the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Digh. We bought our new millinery direct from the factory and can save you money. All the latest styles. Give me a call. MRS. E. E. McCURRY F MARTHA ANN HARRILL, PRIDE OF DOTING PARENTS Handsome little nine-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Har- i rill, of Forest City. The pride of• her parents and a joy to friends, is this happy and handsome baby. COUNTY AGENT WILL SHOW FREE PICTURES Many Subjects of Much Inter est to Farmers Dates and Places. A new agricultural picture, fur nished by the U. S. Department of Agriculture, will be shown at various j points throughout the county and should prove of much interest to farmers everywhere. There are five reels to the picture, treating of the following subjects: Poultry tests, dairying, making poultry pay, a comedy and "bees, how they live and work." This picture, which is absolutely free, will be shown at the following places: Union Mills —August 30. Harris—August 31. Hollis—September 1. Green Hill—September 2. Race Path—September 3. Sunshine, September 4. The pictures will be shown at the schoolhouses at the various places at 8 p. m. County Agent Patton will have charge of the pictures and will meet with the farmers at each ap pointment. Mr. M. E. Whisnant, of Hollis, will furnish Delco light and power for the pictures. Please remember the dates and places and be on hand to see the pictures, for they will prove of much interest and benefit to all. Paper Late. Owing to a break in onr Linotype Machine, The Courier is one day late this week. We deplore these unavoid able accidents, but feel sure our readers will bear with us. FIRE GUTS RESIDENCE ON LOWRANCE STREET The five room residence occupied by Mr. E. W. Gordon on Lowrance street, and belonging to Mr. W. L. Horn, was gutted by fire about 11:30 o'clock Monday night. Mr. Gordon lost practically all his household fur niture, which was partially covered by insurance. Mr. Horn's loss on the building is estimated at about sl,- 600. He carried no insurance. Mr. Gordon and his wife were awakened at about 11 o'clock Mon day night to discover the house on fire, and had to make a hasty exit, as at that time the rooms were full of smoke and flames were threaten ing. The fire department, hastily summoned, made quick work of ex tinguishing the flames, but the fire had gained such headway that the building was practically gutted. The origin of the fii*e is undetermined. ATTENTION, LADIES I have received a new line of fall felt, satin and velvet hats, in cluding the large and small shapes. My hats come direct from the fac tory, and will be sold at a saving to you right in the beginning of the season. MRS. E. E. McCURRY PUBLISHED IN THE INTEREST OF FOREST CITY AND RUTHERFORD COUNTY FOREST CITY, NORTH CAROLINA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 1926 YOUNG MAN MEETS DEATH IN SAWMILL i ■ * John Overton Price, of Near Dysartville, Killed Mon day Afternoon. Dysai-tville, Aug. 24.—Mr. John Overton Price, 26 years of age, who lived near Dysartville, was killed Monday afternoon while at work in the sawmill operated by Mr. Kincaid at Dysartville. Mr. Price is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Price, who live about three miles from Dysartville. He was un married and lived with his parents. The young man was working with his brother, Mr. Velt Price, carrying planks away from the saw where Mr. Kincaid was doing some edging. One of the planks got loose and was thrown by the saw, striking young Price in the chest and killing him in stantly. The accident occurred about 2 o'clock, Monday afternoon. The burial will take place this af ternoon at 2 o'clock, a tDrucilla cemetery, about two and a half miles from Dysartville, the Rev. W. R. White, of Gilkey, conducting the services. Mr. Price was a young man of most excellent character and was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. He was noted for his kindness and consideration for oth ers. He had been a faithful member of the Methodist church for about ten years. The bereaved family have the sym pathy of a wide circle of friends in their sad affliction. KIWANIS NOTES Superintendent C. A. Erwin, of Rutherfordton, was the speaker at the Kiwanis Hall Monday evening. His subject, "The Spirit of Service" was handled in his usual masterly style. Prof. Erwin is gaining distinc tion as a speaker and Forest City is always glad to welcome him. Not only is his wit refreshing and en tertaining, but he always gives his audience something of real value. A number of local Kiwanians will attend the district meeting at Chim ney Rock, Friday. DR. J. A. PALMER TO LOCATE HERE Dr. J. A. Palmer, optometrist, of Marion, will locate in Forest City, September Ist, for the practice of his profession. He has secured rooms in the new Farmers Bank building. Dr. Palmer is not unknown to the people of the county, having been located in Rutherfordton for two months, since which time he has visited that city for his practice. His decision to locate City came quickly after he came here a short time ago and looked over the field. He is much impressed with our fast growing town and very sanguine of the city's future. Dr. Palmer is a young man who has made rapid strides in his pro fession. He is a graduate of the optical department of the University of Rochester, having taken a four year course, covering every phase of eye conditions. He also had two years' clinical experience and is fully competent to take care of all optical work. Dr. Palmer is married and will bring his wife and child here after September Ist to make their home. MR. CHAS. Z. FLACK'S RESIDENCE BROKEN INTO Returning from a three weeks' ab sence in Chester, S. C., last Saturday, Mr. Chas. Z. Flack, upon entering his home here was amazed to see his house in disorder and evidences that it had been visited by burglars. A hasty examination disclosed that practically every closet, trunk, dres ser and other things had been thor oughly ransacked. Clothing and other things were scattered over the rooms. However, after a checking up Mr. Flack found that the only things missing was his clothing, every suit being taken. This particular intruder evidently only wanted men's apparel, for none of Mrs. Flack's clothing, nor the silverware or anything else was missing. LATE HAPPENINGS AT BUSYC4ROLEEN The Courier's Special Corres pondent Covers the Field in Interesting Manner. Caroleen, Aug. 24.—0n Tuesday evening Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Reed entertained a number of young folks at their home here, honoring their sister, Miss Dorothy McDaniel and friend, Miss Glenn Harris. Miss Mc- Daniel leaves shortly for Asheville, where she will attend school at the Normal this year. The spacious hall, living room and dining room were thrown together and attractively ar ranged with potted plants and cut flowers. The evening was spent most pleasantly, enjoying dancing, rook and various games. Delicious re freshments were served by the hos tess, assisted by her sister, Miss Flora McDaniel, consisting of punch, ice cream and cake. The invited guests were: Misses Dorothy and Flora McDaniel, Glenn Harris, Reba Phillips, Ada Smith, Ruth Robertson, Rose Gaffney, Leona and Esther Rol lins and Alva Lockman. Messrs. Dan Smith, Worth Higgins, Datus Robert son, Robert Neal, Roland Morgan, Blanton Biggerstaff, Joe Whisnant and Mr. Harrill, of Rutherfcrdton. * * * Happy House Guests. The following are the visitors and relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Cov ington : Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Cov ington, and daughters, Misses Lizzie, Janie, Louise, Frances and Grace, sons, Messrs. Jessie, William and Richard; also Mrs. Hicks and daughters, Misses Mary, Katie, Vir ginia and Alice; sons, John, and Garrett; Mr. and Mrs. P. L. Shankle, Miss Lula Merritt, Mr. Montie and George Covington, and Mr. Julian Myric-ks, all of Rockingham. * * * Delightful Picnic. On Monday evening a delightful picnic was given in honor of the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Covington at the Bess Springs. After a sump tuous spread of picnic dainties, the party returned to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Covington, where games, music and dancing were enjoyed. Be sides the honor guests the party en cluded Misses Emily and Ethel Hol lifield, Ruth Piercy, Ada Smith, Ruth K. Robertson, Margaret and Ella Lynch, Amanda Head, Madge Fowler, Mary Hamrick, Pearle and Zenobria Neal, and Ruby Hawkins; Messrs. Louie Smith, Joe Whisnant, Eules Hawkins, Everett Hawkins, Russell Shytles, Leonard Galloway and Claude Manus. * * * Enjoyable Dinner. An enjoyable dinner was given on Tuesday evening at the Baptist church here when the Baraca Class which is divided into sides, "Blues" and "Whites" entertained. For the past six weeks the class has had on a contest for new members, and the side securing the most new mem bers during these weeks was to be entertained. The Blues won by 20 members. The Phiiathea Class were also invited guests. The dining hall was attractively arranged. The tables neatly set and served, the menu consisting of sandwiches, iced lemonade, block ice cream and cake. After eating, a talk by Rev. R. C. Smith, of Cliffside, was enjoyed. Rev. Smith discussed interestingly the value of organized classwork. There were 65 present for the occa sion. * * * Items of Passing Interest. Misses Margaret and Ella Lynch and mother, are moving this week to the house in Cooper Town form erly occupied by Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Lynch will also occupy two rooms. Mrs. John Hamrick and children, Mrs. T. C. Smith and Mrs. B. A. Hamrick spent a few days last week in Columbus and Tryon visiting I relatives. I' Mr. and Mrs. Josh Hill, of Great , Falls, S. C., is visiting relatives here this week. t Miss Alva Lockman is visiting rel atives in Lockhart, S. C., this week. Miss Etta Head, who has been in Courtney's Ten Cent Store head - quarters for school supplies. FORETOLD BOUNDARY OF MOUNTAIN LAKE E. S. Draper, landscaper of At lanta and Charlotte, who two years in advance of construction, located the actual boundaries of Lake Lure which will cover 1,500 acres in the "Land of the Sky" section of Ruth erford county. BIRTHDAY DINNER The children, grandchildren and friends of Mr. J. M. Henson, gather ed at his home last Sunday to cele brate his 63rd birthday. Those pres ent were: Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Alexander, and children, Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Henson and children, Mr. and Mrs. Cal Henson and daughter, Ella, Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Wilkins and baby, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Lowery and baby, Mr. and Mrs. Horace and children, Mrs. Sarah Huntsinger, Mr. and Mrs. Romie Huntsinger and children, Mr. R. H. Henson and chil dren, Mrs. 1 Alton Biggerstaff, Mr. Bud Henson and children, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Tate ahd children, Mr. and Mrs. Broadus Tate and children, Mr. and Mrs. Olen Henson and baby Louise, Mr. V. T. Tate, Mr. and Mrs. Pink Robbins and son, Archie. At 12:30 the table was loaded with good things to eat, after which all kinds of fruits and cold drinks were served. All went away wishing Mr. Henson many more happy birth days. RECOVERS STOLEN CAR Chief Geo. F. Green recovered a stolen Ford Coupe yesterday. The car was stolen from a Mr. Davis at Spartanburg. A negro had tried to sell the car at a local garage. When Mr. Greene put in his appearance, he readily identified the car as the one stolen. The negro, after trying to sell the car, got frightened and failed to return after having left the car at the garage, leaving for parts unknown. The car was re stored to the owner. summer school at Cullowee, has re turned home. The friends of Mr. N. J. James will be sorry to learn of his mis fortune Sunday afternoon when his car in which he was riding caught fire from a defective wire and bui-ned to the ground before assistance could be summoned. The accident occurred near his home and a large crowd gathered near the scene, but too late to give help. Mr. Brunei* Beam and family are enjoying their vacation this week visiting relatives in Hendersonville and other places. Mrs. T. C. Barber and children, of Mt. Airy, who have been spending sometime in Wilmington, arrived here this week to visit Mr. and Mrs. A. I. Phillips. Mrs. A. B. Hoke and daughter also are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Phillips. Mr. and Mrs. Renn Randall spent Monday in Shelby. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Harrill had as their guests for the week-end, Mr. 'and Mrs. Fate Cooper and family, of : Cooper and family. Mr. and Mrs. Morganton, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Harrill have recently returned from a week's trip to Blowing Rock, Ashe ville and elsewhere. Mr. Guy Martin attended the baseball game at Spartanburg, Mon day. Mr. Chas. Bogle was carried to the Rutherford Hospital Monday evening. He is in a very serious con dition, suffering from heart trouble. 14 PAGES 84 COLUMNS $1.50 Per Year In Advance THIS YEAR'S COUNTY FAIR TO BE BETTER Larger and Better Premium List, Bigger Displays, Bet- Races and More Free Attractions. i Secretary 0. C. Erwin is one of J the busiest men in the county right now, shaping up for the forthcoming county fair, which will be held this year October 8. Everything points to one of the best fairs ever held. There is promise of bigger and bet ter displaj T s, larger premiums, and more attractions of all kinds. The fire works, the races and the free attractions are receiving especial at tention and there is in prospect the best in this line we have ever had. Mr. Erwin has signed up for the dis play of the Ohio State Fire Works Co., which will be by far the most brilliant ever shown. An agent is now busy booking horses for the races, which proved very popular last year. There will be numerous free acts by the Wirth and Hamid As sociation and the other amusements are to be better than ever. The poultry exhibit will be larger and better than before, while the out look for displays in every department gives promise of being high class throughout. The. catalogues are being rapidly finished by the printers and will soon be ready for distribution. Work of shaping up and improving the grounds has already been gotten un der way, and from now on until the opening day nothing will be left un done to make this year's county fair the best ever held. The race program is as follows: Tuesday, Oct. 5—2:14 pace and 2:25 trot. Purses, S3OO. Wednesday, Oct. 6—2:10 pace, 2:17 trot, 2:25 pace. Purses, S3OO. Thursday, Oct. 7—2:10 trot, 2:17 pace, 2:20 trot. Purses, S3OO. Friday, Oct. 8—2:14 trot, 2:20 pace. Purses S3OO. Some high class horses have been booked for these races, which should prove interesting in every contest. OXFORD SINGING CLASS IN PLEASING PROGRAM Rain kept down the attendance Fr .iday evening, but those present were well repaid for defying the ele ments and coming out to hear the Oxford Orphanage children at the High School auditorium. The pro gram was most pleasing throughout. Every child on the program showed evidences of splendid training as well as natural ability. Their visit to Forest City is annually awaited with much pleasure and it is regret ted that the heavy rain kept down | the attendance last week. SERVICES AT ALEXANDER Evangelistic services will begin at the Methodist church, at Alexander, next Sunday, August 29. Rev. Oscar L. Simpson, the pastor of the church, wiil do the preaching. It is an nounced that services wiil be held Sunday morning and night, with week day services at 3 p. m. and 7:45 p. m. A cordial welcome is extended to the public to attend any or all of these services. • AVONDALE SCHOOL OPENS NEXT MONDAY The Avondale school will open next Monday in their splendid new build ing. Prof. F. S. Hall, principal, has a splendid corps of teachere ajnd the prospects are bright for the best term ever held. BAPTIST CHURCH NOTES Dx*. W. A. Ayers is away this week, engaged in a protracted meet ing at Spring Hope, where just an even "year ago he held a most suc cessful revival. Rev. M. L. Lenncn, of Union Mills, will preach at the Baptist church next Sunday. The annual meeting of the W. M. U. of the Sandy Run Association, was held here Tuesday and Wednes day of this week.