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WATAUGA An Independent Weekly Newspaper ? Established in the Year 1 888 WATCH the on you* your dat? your psper sooner ronewed. Th? operating strictly on ?&nc9 b?sii. There to this rule. VOL. LVI, NO. 49 BOONE, WATAUGA COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, THURSDAY, JUNE $1.50 A YEAR? 5c A COPY FIFTH WAR LOAN CAMPAIGN STARTS ON NEXT MONDAY Watauga County Goal is Set at $143,000; County to Be Given Special Recognition if Sales of E Bonds Surpassed; Organi zation Meet Friday The Fifth War Loan campaign will officially get under way over the nation next Monday, June 12. and Mr. W. D. Farthing, chairman of the War Savings Staff for Wat auga county, states that an organi zation meeting to formally launch the local phase of the effort, wiT be held here Friday, with members of the State War Savings organization in attendance. Mr. Farthing states that all sales during this week of E, F And G series war bonds will be counted on Watauga's quota of $143,000, and in sists that everyone buy every bond possible in order that Watauga may continue to exceed every demand made on her for aid in connection with the war effort. Of the overall quota of ?143.000. SyO.OOU of E scries bonds are to b>? soid in Watauga, and Mr. Farthing states that if the county reaches the E bond quota and surpasses it by as much as 10 per cent, the name of the county wiU be placed on a bronze plate on one of the navy's big battleships in recognition of the accomplishment. Full organization details will be formulated at the Friday meeting and plans made for inaugurating an intensive campaign beginning next Monday. Local Jeweler to Sponsor Contest For Bass Fishermen Here Mr. B. W. Staiiings, local angling enthusiast, who has quite a reputa tion 35 o bass fisherman., is spon soring a contest for anglers this sen son, in which a $25 war bond will be given the Watauga person catching the largest bass in the mountain district, with a second and third prize to be announced later. Mr. S tailings says that if interest justifies the contest, it will become an annual affair, and will expand in the interest of better sportsman ship. ' . Mr. Stallings has arranged for the City Meat Market to be the official weigh station for the competing fish ermen, and prizes will be awarded on weight of fish rather than length. Official blanks will be available at the market, and fish will be weigh ed at any time through the couotesy of Mr. Tatum. during the bass sea son which opens on the 10th. A chart on the wall of the market will give the weight of entered fish, where caught, and tackle used. The competition among the bass fishermen last year became keen, with no inducement offered for the biggest fish. It is expected that the Stallings contest will arouse even greater interest among those who fish for bass in this area. County Singing Is Outstanding Event The county singing convention which was held at the Clospel Tab ernacle in Boone Sunday, was one of the most successful events of the kind ever held in the county, both from the point of entertainment and attendance. The large building was filled and perhaps as many remained on the outside. There were 24 so loists, duets, trios and quartets and choirs from Watauga and adjoining counties. The next singing will be held at the same place on the first Sunday in October. S. C. Eggers was elected chairman of the organi zation; John Cook, vice-chairman, and Z. T. Greene, secretary. L. D. Tester, 83 Year* Old, Taken By Death L. D. Tester, 83 yeai-s of age, died at his home at Sugar Grove on June 2, and funeral services will be held at Willow Valley Church on June 8, at 2 o'clock, with Rev. R. J. Starling, pastor of Henson's Chapel Metho dist Church, in charge of the rites, assisted by Rev. Leroy Woods, of Boone. Burial will be in the Har mon cemetery, Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home in charge of the de tails." Surviving are the following chil dren: Clyde Tester. Banner Elk; Mrs. Dewey Rominger, of Rominger; Mrs. ByTium Trivette and Mrs. V. D. Ward, of Sugar Grove, and Don Tes ter, of Gooding, Idaho, who is on his way home for the funeral. Demoted! An unidentified major general is reported to have been reduced lo a lieutenant -colonelcy, and re turned to the states from England, as a result of giving information as lo the date of D-day at a recent roclrtsil party* Heads Merchants Clyde R- Greene, Boone hard ware merchant and civic leader, was named president oi the North Carolina Merchants Association at the final business session of the organization convention in Raleigh Tuesday. Boone Man Given The Flying Cross S-Sgi. Edward E. Greer, son ot Mr. and Mrs. Ralph G. Greer, of Boone, has been awarded lhe Dis tinguished Flying Cross, it has been announced by lhe War De partment. Sgt. Greer, who is a member of lhe Fifth Air force in the Pacific theatre, was recently awarded the Air Medal, the citation at thai time saying: "For meritorious service while participating in sus tained operational flight missions in tha South Pacific area during which hostile contact was prob able and expected. These opera tions consisted of long-range bombing missions against enemy airdromes and installations and attacks on enemy naval vessels and shipping." Sgt. Greer, who enlisted in the air corps at IS, has been in for eign service since April. 1943. Gasoline Committee to Meet in Boone June 12 A mooting of the gasoiine advis- j ory committee uf Watauga county | wi!l be held ir. the courthouse in Bocne on Monday, June 12. at 7:30 p. m., it is announced by Lee Stout, chairman of the local committee, who insists that all gasoline dis tributors and dealers be present for an explanation of the new regula tions affecting the industry which become effective June 15. Mr. J. Mac Moore, of the OPA rationing staff, will speak. Fishing On Middle Fork Started June 1 That part of Middle Fork stream owned and controlled by the stock holders of the Watauga Club, Inc., was opened to fishermen on June 1. It had previously been announced that the stream would open on June 15 th. Anglers fishing in the stream are urged to abide by all the rules of good sportsmanship. in Kentucky Camp Pvt. Stuart Wilcox, of Boone, recently received a three-day pass and came home on a visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wil cox of Boone, and his wife at Laxon, after spending 82 days in the hospital at Camp Campbell, Ky.. where he is stationed. His parents have received word that he has arrived back at camp and is getting along fine. His address is: Pvt. Stuart Wilcox. 34596060, Medical Section, 1580th Service Unit, Barracks 38. Camp Camp bell. Ky. ) PATRIOTIC RALLY JULY THE FOURTH PLANS OF LEGION Civic Organizations Asked by Legion Post to Take Part rn Fourth of July Celebration; Speeches. Athletic Activities, Etc., Are Planned At a recent meeting of Watauga Post 130. American Legion, it was agreed ?< sponsor a patriotic cele bration in Boone on July Fourth, the [ first time in many years that this city has witnessed an Independence [Day rally - l Ralph G. Greei. Legion comman der, states that other organizations are being asked to take part in the celebration, and that the Legion naires plan to work with the Cham ber of Commerce, Merchants Asso ciation, Lions Club and other pa triotic groups, toward making the pn>[X)sed rally the big event of the season. A speaker has been secured for the occasion who is well known ond highly regarded in this section of the state, it is said, and a number of athletic features will be worked out to enliven the program. The finishing touches will be put on the Fifth "War Loan campaign at this time. Many other features will round out the program, which will be released as soon as the details arc completed. Dr. Whitener New Head of Civilian Defense Council Dr. D. J. Whitener, of Appalach ian College, has been named chair man of the Watauga County Civilian Defense Council to succeed Wade JE. Brown, who recently entered upon his duties as a lieutenant in the navy. Dr. Whitener was appointed by the governor upon the recommen dation of Mr. Brown, A&istant State Director George K. Snow, and State Civilian Defense Director R. L, Mc Millan. In notifying the local educator of his appointment to this emergency post, Governor Broughton wrote: '"This recommendation has my full approval, and am therefore happy to inform you of this appointment." Plans Made For Aid To Local war Veterans A meeting was held at the county agent's office on Friday, June 2, to make plans for setting up a county wide organization to help returning war veterans get relocated and ad justed to civilian life. Only a small group met for this initial meeting. Those present were: H. C. i^olmes, of State College ex tension service, Raleigh; F. R. Farti ham, district farm agent, Asheville; Dr. D. J. Whitener, of the Boone Lions Club; J. E. Holshouser, of the Boone Chamber of Commerce; W. W. Mast, chairman AAA; Stewart Barnes, farm labor assistant; L. E. Tuckwiller, assistant county agent, and H. M. Hamilton, Jr., county agent. It was decided at this meeting for the county agents to hold meetings with different neighborhood leaders in each community of the county and explain the purpose of this work and to ask these leaders to select a representative to serve on an ad visory committee for Watauga coun ty. It was also decided that all the civic organizations in Boone should have representatives on this com mittee. Mrs. Wilson Dies at ' Silverstone on Friday Mrs. Lucinda Holtzclaw Wilson, a prominent resident of the Silver stone neighborhood of Watauga county, died at the home Friday morning, after a long period of fail ing health. She was 80 years old ana was the widow of Asa Wilson, who has been dead for many years. Funeral services were held from the Silverstone Baptist Church Sat urday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. D. M. Edmisten conducting the rites, and interment was in the neighborhood cemetery. Reins-Stur divant Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Wilson is survived by three sons and two daughters: William D. Wilson, Thomas L. Wilson, Albert Wilson, Miss Ethel Wilson and Mrs. Charles Perry. Bass Fishing Starts In This Area June 10 The bass fishing season opes in Watauga county on June 10, states County Game Warden Walter Ed misten, who states that indications are that anglers will enjoy splendid sport in the bass waters of the area this year. The trout fishing season opened here on April IS. In England Typhoid Clinics Are Continuing In County The typhoid clinics being conduct ed in the county are continuing, and the health department gives out the following remaining dates: June 13th Howard's Creek School 9:30 to 1030. Rich Mt. School 10:00 to 12:00. Silvers tone (store) 1:30 to 2:30. June 15th Triplett School 9:30 to 10:30. Bamboo School 11:00 to 1.2:00. Aho 1:00 to 2:00. Blowing Rock 2:30 to 3:30. June 20ih Meat Camp (Stevens store) 9:30 to 10:30. Green Valley School 11:00-12:00. Riverview School 1:00 to 2:00 Castle School 2:30 to 3:30. June 21st Don Hagaman's store 9:30 to 10:30. Reece (Dean Reece's store) 11:00 12:00. Bethel School 1:00 to 2:00. Timbered Ridge Church 2:30-3:00. June 22nd Valle Cruris 9:30 to 10:30. 12:00. Matney (Tester's Store) 11:00 to to 12:00. Rominger Postofficc 1:30 to 2:30. Victor Ward's store 3:00 to 4:00. VALLE CRUCIS MAN MfSSING iN ITALY Son of Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Caudill Had Received Air Medal and Clusters Staff Sergeant William Caudill, of Valle Cruris, has been reported as missing in action over Italy since April 27, according to advices re ceived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Caudill, from the War De partment. Sergeant Caudill, who had been in the army for 18 months and on active overseas duty for six months, was n guni.er on a B-24 bomber, and had been decorated with the Air Medal, Silver Slar, and oak leaf clusters for his deeds of gallantry over enemy targets. He is 20 years old, and received his filial training at a California army air base. Mr. and Mrs. Caudiii have three other sons in the service of their country. In New Guinea Pfc. Joe Hayes has notified his grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Hayes, of Triplett, that he has ar rived safely in New Guinea. He entered the army Oct. 13, 1942. He took his basic training at Camp Roberts, Calif. Pvt. Rcbert C. Winkler has ar rived safely somewhere in Eng land, according to a letter receiv ed by his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Winkler, cf Boone. LONG-HERALDED SMASH AT NAZI FORTRESS STARTS MONDAY NIGHT Losses Unexpectedly Light as Combined Fleets of Great Britain and U. S. Hurl Troops on Hitler Fortress: Eleven Thousand Planes Provide Umbrella for Ground Troops, Who Push Rapidly Into Continent Supreme Headquarters. Allied Expeditionary Force, June 6. ? The Allies landed in the Normandy section of northwest France early today and by evening had smashed their way inland on a broad front, making good a gigantic air and sea invasion against unexpectedly slight German oppositions. Prime Minister Churchill said part of the record-shattering number of parachute and glider troops were fighting in Caen, nine miles inland, and had seized a number of important bridges tin the invasion area. Lieut. Hartley Gets Flying Cross An Eighth AAF Bomber Sta tion. England, May 13. ? First Lieut. Louis E. Hartley. 23. of Nebo, N. C.. bombardier on an Eighth AAF Flying Fortress, has i been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for "extraordinary achievement" while patricipaiing in more than a score of heavy bombing assaults on Nazi targets in Germany and the occupied countries of Europe. He already held the air medal with three Oak Leaf clusters. The AAF bombardier graduated in 1939 from Appalachian State Teachers College at Boone. N. C.. and Is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Hartley, of Vilai, N. C. Before entering service April 1. 1942. at Asheville, H. C.. he was an assistant instructor in English. He won his wings and commission al the Midland. Texas, bombing school. Lieut. Hartley's wife, Mrs. Mar garet M. Hartley, is now residing at 15 New Street. Marion, N. C. ' ] _ 375 REGISTERED AT LOCAL COLLEGE Appalachian Reports Good Gain Over 1943 Summer Term: Grad uate School Doubled Registration for the first summer term at Appalachian College began Tuesday and is continuing this morning, reports from the office of H. R. Eggers, registrar, being tliac 375 have already lieen enrolled with prospects for the total registration reaching 500 late;- on. A year ago today the registration stood 25 be low the '44 enrollment. Registration will continue through-out the week, says Mr. Eg gers, although classroom work began Wednesday morning. Of particular interest is the fact that in the grad uate school conducted with the co operation of the University, the en rollment has doubled this year. William E. Setzer Dies at Age of 75 William Ester Setzer, aged 75 yean;, well-known resident of Boone, died at Wilkes Hospital, North W'lkesboro, Monday. He had been ill for several months, but his condition had not been regarded as critical until recently. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Advent Christian Church, by Dr. F. E. Warman and Rev. S. E. Gragg, and interment was in the city cemetery. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home took care of the de tails. Mr. Setzer, who was a native of Caldwell county, had resided in Boone for the past 30 years. He was a deeply religious man and a devout member of the Advent Church. He was kindly and charitable toward his fellow man and possessed fine Qualities of citizenshig. He is survived by the widow and three daughters Mrs. Gladys Hicks, Mrs. Allen Adams and Mrs. Louise King, of Boone. There is one sister, Mrs. Caroline Greene, of Lenoir. Lions Club Elects Officers For Year At a meeting of the Boone Lions Club Tuesday evening, officers for the coming year were elected. Dr. G. K. Moose was elected president. Other officers were: First vice-presi dent, Guy Hunt; second vice-presi dent, C. H. Mock; third vice-presi dent, Lee H. Stout; secretary-treas urer, Dr. R. C. Busteed, lion tamer, Dr. Orby Southard; tail twister, T. M. Greer; directors, Harry Hamil ton and Dr. W. Amos Abrams. Allied losses in every branch were j declared to be far less than had I been counted upon in advance. Thousands of highly-trained troops i leaped down well behind Nazi Sines i from carrier sky trains boring j through the rainy, stormy night, and i a headquarters officer declared this I "very iarge scale" operation was j "carried out with great precision, j Our losses in aircraft were extreme ? lv small. It was a fine job ? very j fine indeed." The airborne troops carricd the ' brunt o? early battle, creating a large diversion and many demoli tions. Airborne 1 roups who led the as sault before daylight on a history making scale, suffered 'extremely small" losses in the air. headquar ters disclosed tonight, even though the great plane fleets extended across two hundred miles of sky and used navigation lights to keep formation. Four thousand ships and thou sands of smaller landing craft took the thousands of American, British and Canadian seaborne forces from England to France under protection of eleven thousand Allied bombers and fighters who wrought gigantic havoc with the whole elaborate coaslal defense system that the Nazis had spent four years building Na val gunfire completed the job, and the beachheads were secured quick ly Coastal batteries were virtually silenced by the guns of the British, American and Allied fleets, includ ing battleships, and the beachheads were speedily consolidated. British Prime Minister Churchill, in announcing the successful inva sion to the House of Commons at noon ? six hours after the first sea borne troops landed ? said the land ings were "the first of a series." Churchill announced that Allied airborne troops had captured several strategic bridges in France before they could be blown up and that "there is even fighting proceeding in the town of Caen." "Air-borne troops are well estab lished and the follows-up are pro ceeding with verv much less loss than we expected." Churchill re reported in a second statement of the day to the House of Commons. Allied bombers, climaxing ninety six hours of steady pounding, lashed German coastal defenses this morn ing with ten thousand tons of ex plosives. Fighters who went out to guard tile beaches had little to do, how ever, as the German air force up till afternoon had flown only fifty sor ties against the invading forces. The Germans were known to have probably 1,750 fighters and 500 bombers to meet the attack, why they did not use them at the start was not apparent, but Allied air men warned that a violent reaction might be expected soon, noting that Hermann Goering in an order of the day had told his air forces, "The in vasion must be beaten off even if the Luftwaffe perishes." An optimistic air pervaded thi3 headquarters over the smooth man ner in which was launched the great crusade to liberate Nazi-en slaved Europe, a crusade in which the supreme commander, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, told his men, "We will accept nothing less I than full victory." Bulletin Wednesday morning radio dia oatch.es told of additional invasion landing in the Calais area, at the narrowest point of the English channel, far north of the original allied effort, and near the Belgian border. MANAGES COOP STORE Mr. Owen Little, of Zionville, has been named manager of the Wat auga Farmers Cooperative Store, to succeed Glenn Howell, who is re turning to his home in Bald Moun tain township, to give his full at tention to his agricultural activi ties. TONSIL CLINIC TO BE HELD AT BLOWING HOCK There will be a tonsil clinic held at the Blowing Rock Hospital on June 13th, it was announced today by Dr. Mary C. Warfield.
Watauga Democrat (Boone, N.C.)
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