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I THURSDAY. OCTOBER 6, l8 THE WAYNESVILLE MOUNTAINEER Page 8 Old Landmarks Go in Tornado Matital Mixup In Davidson County Man Thought Dead, Turns Up And Finds Former Wife Happily Married BODY DANGLING FROM ROPE IN CEMETERY JITTERIZES FOLKS I Deaths (Davidson Dispatch.) Two very formal legal actions not rd on the calendar of the civil term of Davidson superior court in session at Lexington the past week had within them an unusual story of hu man relationships. These involved a deserted young wife, a husband re ported killed in the World War, a son grown to young manhood, his mother believed widowed remarried and the mother of six other children, and as a final climax the reappear ance of the long gone first husband A decree of divorce granted the wife of two men from the first on the ground of two years separation an annulment of the second marriage, the issuance of a new marriage li cense and formal remarriage to the second husband all required but a very short time at Lexington Monday. And a happy family was reunited and the original husband was rele (rated a part at least in the realm of forgetfulness into which he plunged himself more than a score of years ago. The story unraveled is, in sub stance, as follows: A young wife in Thomasville was deserted by her husband in October of 1916 and about a month later gave .birth to . a son of his wedlock. Late in 1918, about the time the World War had ended a brother of the missing husband told the father of the wife that the miss ing man had died in the war. No word came to her thereafter and about a year later she remarried. Eighteen years had passed and six children had been born into a happy home when last May the son of the first union, grown to young manhood, re ceived a letter from his father, re- PLAN NOW FOR WINTER COM FOOT WIDE SELECTION OF HEATERS For Coal or Wood $9.50 Up Sluder's 20th Century $39.50 , $69.50 Sluder - Medford Furniture Co. Phone 60 At The Depot WAYNESVILLE, N. C. - (Continued from page 1) ties were making their get away with the goat. Two weeks passed by and Mrs. Burnett felt sure that she was right in suspecting a couple of boys in the cove. She swore out a warrant for them. Tbe father of one, so it was told this repor- . ter, offered to pay Sam $5.00 for the loss of the goat and let the matter rest. But the boys either feeling very innocent of the crime, or wishing the thrill of appearing in court would not listen to a compromise. The case was heard last Satur day before a magistrate in the court house, with the court room more than half full of interested listeners, and the boys were ac quitted. In the meantime the goat was buried with the rope which had been his security and protection in life and his undoing in death, still tied around his neck. In the two weeks he had owned the goat, Sam had developed a great attachment for the animal. He was planning to make a sled and harness and use the goat for hauling firewood down the cove l'oad. Latest reports yesterday were to the effect that more evidence had been found and that there is a possibility that the case will be taken to a. higher court. Now if the boys suspected are innocent and did not "lynch" the goat, who are the guilty parties or party? Was it a practical joke? Was there some ulterior motive not yet unearthed for this hang ing of the goat? Was there some significance some hidden meaning in the spot selected? But all comes back to the first question Who "got Sam Bur nett's goat?" 8 OUT OF 9 SCHOOL CHILDREN SUFFERING FROM SOME DEFECT Eight of every nine North Caro lina school children have physical de fects or diseases which can be rem edied, according to Dr. Roy Norton, assistant director of the state division of preventive medicine. In spite of modern medical knowl edge, Norton said, 11 to 17 per cent of the pupils suffer from hookworm; 85 per cent have dental defects; seven per cent are partly deaf; a "large" percentage have impaired vision not being corrected by glasses or other treatment; "many more have dis eased tonsils and adenoids; 60 per cent have serious defects in posture; and the average time lost from school because of colds is seven to 10 days annually per child Norton added that cost of correct ing the defects was too great for public-spirited physicians and den tists alone to bear, and communi ties are "reluctant" to spend money for that purpose Over Seven Millions Paid State Unemployed Benefit payments to Unemployed or partially unemployed workers in North Carolina from the latter part of January had reached the $7,000,000 mark on Monday of last week, through which day they went to $7,011,438.07 The daily amount of the benefit checks continue at . a rate ranging from $15,000 to $30,000 a day, a con siderable drop from the $00,000 to $90,000 a day in the heavy paying period. -: lating that he was living in Virginia. Upon advice of counsel the desert ed wife and her second husband formally separated until matters could be straightened out in a legal way. The mother and the son of the first marriage went to Virginia and saw the missing one and found it was the missing one who had gone away now almost twenty- two years ago. Returning home, she started suit for divorce, and at the: same times action . for annulment of the second marriage was instituted. The granting of decree and the remar riage Monday culminated these ac tions. Such things are told in. story books, and they are also told (n court rooms sometimes. The decrees were signed by Judge Phillips, who is presiding over the first week of the September civil term. Lazy, bored, grouchy Yon may feel this way s a result of constipation Constipation is an enemy of pleas ure. It dulls your enjoyment of the best entertainment and the best friends. ' To neglect constipation is to In vite serious trouble. For your health's sake, take Black-Draught at the first Bign of constipation. You'll soon feel better. Here's a laxative that is purely vegetable, prompt, reliable. BLACK-DRAUGHT A GOOD LAXATIVE Thomas J. Davis Last rites were held on Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, at the Meth odist Episcopal church for Thomas J. Davis, who died suddenly at his home on Welch street, on Saturday night at 9:00 o'clock. The Rev. James G. Huggins, Jr., pastor of the church, officiated. Burial was in Green Hill cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers were: Chas. E. Ray, Jr., John Boyd, Troy Wyche, C. B. Atkinson, W. C. Bout well, and Homer Henry. Honorary pallbearers were: D. A. Baker, Dr. R. H. Stretcher, Dr. Sam Stringfield, J. R. Morgan, Prof. W, C. Allen, Prof. E. J. Robeson, W. -L. Hardin, Leon M. Killian, 0. T. Alex ander, Dr. J. C. Murphy, J. R. Boyd, Robert V. Welch, W. G. Byers, and James W. Killian. Mr. Davis was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Milas Davis, and had resided here all his life. He had been in the jewelry busines for several years, having at one time been asso ciated with his father and later his brother, the late Jere Davis, and then his own business For several years he had been a valued member of the choir of the Methodist church. He was highly respected by all who knew him. Surviving are his widow, the former Miss Roberta Calhoun; one daughter, Adelaide Davis, and one son, Thomas J. Davis, Jr., one brother, William C. Davis, of New River, Tenn., and two sisters, Mrs. W. L. Matney, of Way nesville, and Mrs. Emma Henderson, of Columbia, S. C. Rena Ellen Page Funeral services were held on Sat urday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home on Allen's Creek for Rena Ellen Page, 13, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Henry Page, who died at 2:30 a. m., on Friday. The Rev. Cara L. Allen officiated. Burial was in the Buchanan cemetery. Cousins of the girl served as pall bearers. Rena Ellen Page was a member of the freshman class of the township high school. She had been ill for six months. Surviving are her parents; two brothers, Charlie and Hilliard, and two sisters, Emma and Ella. "Want Ads Want Ads are one . for each insertion. "v'J Wken for les, than 25 U rrSte h-TY"; V Ass?! I " View of tornado wreckage at Charleston, 8. C. 31 persons were killed and many historic landmarks wrecked by a tornado which ripped through Charleston, S. C. This photo made by Capt. J. R. Armstrong of Eastern Airliners shows some of the wreckage left in the wake of the twister. ' U. S. CENSUS BUREAU START BUSY SEASON Albert Burnett Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday afternoon at the parents home on route two, Canton, for Al bert Burnett, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Burnett, who died in Haywood County Hospital on Tues day. Burial was in the Gwyn ceme tery at Springdale. Washington. Census bureau offi cials are getting ready for their little known part in the making and break ing of football teams. "The government cuts down a lot of backs and takes many a tackier out of the play," said Dr. D. T. Murphy. The reason? Many states have age limits for players, but birth records are not always available at home. "From now right on through the football season," explained Dr, Mur phy, "the census bureau is called upon to furnish the ages of dozens upon dozens of players." The government, through the decen nial census, has the birthdate of every person in the United States who is old enough to play football. Most requests come from coaches seeking information about rival teams, j Dr. Murphy said, adding that he gets Al 1 J A Jl iKie' apnea requests in me morning for information needed before game time. Where it's reasonably possible, the bureau digs into its files, fights for dear old eligibility, and telegraphs the data back for the kickoff collect, of course. The bureau, of course, won't fur nish ages to just anyone. The request must come from the individual or with Dionne Quints Have $800,000 Fortune NORTH BAY. The Dionne quin tuplets 4 years old last May 28 have amassed an $800,000 fortune, ac cording to an audited statement pre sented at a meeting of their official guardians, at which plans for the girls' "dream home" were discussed. The report on the girls financial standing was made by Perry W. Wil son, K. ., Ottawa, an official guar dian, and Keith Munro, their business manager. Three New Members Join West Canton Club The West Canton home demonstra tion club met Friday, September 30, at the home of Mrs. W. S. McEl rath, with ten members present and three new members were welcomed into the club. An interesting program was given with the president, Mrs. James Hyde, presiding. Miss M. Smith, the county home demonstration agent, demon strated how to can meat and sweet potatoes. The club voted to join the Country Gentlewoman League, which is a na tional organization of rural women. At the conclusion of the program delightful refreshments were served by the hostess; with Mrs. McElrath assisting. The earth curves about eight inches to the mile. AN OLD IRISH COIN KNOWN AS "VIM BOG", PRONOUNCED OOM BUG" AND STAMPED AS BEIN6 20 SHILLINGS WAS AC TUALLY WORTH ABOUT TWOPENCE HENCE THE WOW) "HUMBUG" In the Wells Funeral Home you will find a staff which is attentive and ethical. Honesty and faithful ser vire. topeteher with a heaertfelt sym pathy that extends further than the fee charged, are the ideals set lortn by our management. Wells Funeral Home his authorization. Thousands of el derly persons are requesting and re ceiving age-information for social se curity ratings. EXPERT SHOE REPAIRING When we repair your shoes, we know that the finest, long wearing materials are used, and that workmanship is care ful and guaranteed. Champion Shoe Shop MRS. LEONA DTJCKETT. Mgr. NEXT TO WESTERN UNION FOR BI!NTl'.:.-j , "giuaire. Mountaineer office. Apply w.... ..vine, iia jlajn . Beautifully done over, one and room apartments. Rates nn $4.00. Mrs. J. R. firmer v, 8treet FOR SALE-Almost new, large tfl rolar. See Mrs, J. M. Mock. DO YOU WANT YOUR CLOTHE! Made to suit your individual nei and personality? If you wish! learn the art of dressing have your clothes made and u ored by an experienced trained p son. Also alterations made, all! reasonable prices. Mrs. Hej Gaddy, East Street. JJBST Solid leather, black, ma folding pocket book on streets Waynesville. Containing cash i several checks. If found retunJ C. F. Ferguson's store, or 1 Mountaineer and receive libJ reward. Oa FOR RENT A six room house Main street in Hazelwood. Mrs. L. Harris, Canton Public Libra Produce Prices This week-end we will pay farmers the following prices; S. C. B. F. ROOSTERS, lb. EGGS, doz. ... HENS, lb. ..... FRYERS, lb. . . Potatoes, U. S. No. 1, lOO lbJll Farmer's Exchans And Produce CoJ E. Waynesville Ashevillej over 40 YEARS of Reputable Service BY THIS FIRM TO THE People Of Haywood County ENABLES US TO CONTINUE Specialized Watch & Jewelry Repairing All Work Guaranteed ttfeHlll Also we offer you the In the best merchandise manufactured LONGINES BULOVAS HAMILTON'S ELGINS GRUENS DIAMOND RINGS STERLING SILVER CHINA GIFTS SOUVENIRS Ask About Our Convenient Payment Plan DAVIS - SMITH ILLE,N.f Next To Western Union JEWELERS WAYNESV Phone 371 Canton, N. C.
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