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WATAUGA DEMOCRAT An Independent Weekly Newspaper btablished in 18H8 and published' for 45 years by the late I Robert C. Rivera, Sr. EVERY THURSDAY SUBSCRIPTION RATES IN WATAUGA COUNTY One Year *. J 1.50 Six Months 1.00 Pour Months 75 OUTSIDE WATAUGA COUNTY One Year $2.00 Six Months 1.50 your Months 1.0? NOTICE TO SUBSCRIBERS In requesting change of address, it is important to mention the OLD, as well as the NEW addres* R. C. RIVERS, Jr. - Publisher Cards of Thanks, Resolutions of Respect, Obituaries, etc., are charged for at the regular adver tising rates. Entered at the post off ice atl Boone, N. C., as second class mail matter, under the act of Congress! Of March 3. 1879. Th* b*sl> of our government being Ike opinion of the people, the very first objective should be to keep that right, and were It left to me to decide whether we should have a govern ment without newspaper*, or newspa per* without government. I should not haattate a moment to choose the lat ter. But I should mean that every nsan ahould receive these papers and ba capable t>f reading them."? Thomas Isttarson. THURSDAY, SEPT. 5, 1946 GOLDEN GLEAMS A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches.' ? Proverbsxxii-1. He that hath an if) name is half hanged. ? John Heywood. He's born in a good hour who gets a good name. ? Thomas Ful ler. Men are the constant dupes of names, while their happiness and well-being mainly depend on things J. Fenimore Cooper.i Few men have grown unto greatness whose names are al-1 lied to ridicule. ? M. F. Tupper. A name never harms a man if the man does not harm the name. ? Estonian Proverb. TEACHERS. PARENTS AND PUPILS The schools of Watauga are! now open, along with thou sands of similar schools throug out the nation The occasion is one of the momentous events in the yearly routine of the life of children and it would be helpful if parents maintained a greater interest in their public schools. We think it is safe to assert that, as a rule, the larger the population in a school district and the more diverse the social and economic life, the greater is the tendency of adults to over- 1 look the importance of the schools' that instruct their children. The pupils of the public schools, as a rule, .take their training as a matter of course, often with out realizing the great blessing that is theirs. We are not blam ing the children because, if there is blame to be assessed, one should inquire carefully into the attitude of the teachers and parents involved. No school system can be greater than its teachers. Consequently, it behooves the patrons of public schools to concern themselves with the compensation of those who instruct the young. It is; undeniable that the compensation of most teachers is entirely out of line and that many men and wo men, who give themselves to the teaching profession, do so at a distinct economic sacrifice. It is important, we think, for| everybody to understand that the function of a school is to develop the mind and create the pro ceases that enable one to become educated. It is a mistake to speak of one as educated merely because of a number of years spent in study, either in gradefl schools or colleges At best, the individual acquires the habits that enable one to pursue the search for truth and a certain' technique in the handling of mental tools that must lie used if intelligence is to develop. CHECK THIS PREDICTION The United States Chamber of Commerce, announcing its legis lative program for the coming session of Congress, demands a balanced Federal budget, but specifies that this must be at tained at lower than the current level of expenditures and taxa tion. 9 It is a fair criticism, we think, of the Chamber of Commerce, and many other business organi zations, that the one concern in their mind is "economy" to re duce taxes. Many of them sug gest a wider spread to taxation which means, if anything, thsyL taxes in the higher brackets bv reduced so that millions of people with lower incomes can enjoy supporting the government. On the public debt, the Cham ber of Commerce desires "its rapid retirement," which is yood enough for us. At the same time, there is no possibility of any thing like rapid reduction of the public debt without continuation of present taxes. Nevertheless, it is our prediction that the Cham ber of Commerce will advocate, when the matter of taxation comes before Congress, consider able tax relief for business and the so-called wealthy classes. ONLY BY INDIVIDUALS In 1941 more than one nundred persons were killed every day in highway accidents. Highway officials, safety ex perts and other nat/bnal leaders :are greatly concerned over the [possibility that the death loll may increase. They know that thapaverage age 0f cars on the highway today is much more than in 1941 and unless individual drivers exercise real care the number of accidents will grow, j We have called public attention to the amazing apathy of the pecnle of this country to vhe casualty list arising from uaffic accidents. Practically every med ium of public expression pel .o dically gives space to the sub ject of safety on the highway ;ind we doubt if there is an automobile driver in Watauga county who does not thoroughly understand the problem and its dangers. While improved automobiles and highways have made high speeds possible and relatively safe, and there is the prospect of super-highways to add to the safety factor, there is no way to avoid the conclusion that ;icci dents can be prevented only by individuals and that every driver of a motor vehicle must exercise the greatest care when travelling ion the highways. CONQUEST? Many Americans will be sur prised at the conclusion of Dr. Harold C. Urey, noted scientist, who says that the United States faces a choice of waging War to control the world before other nations get the atomic bomb or of forming some effective mach- ' inery of international control to 1 protect all nations rfom the bomb. 1 Dr. Urey bases his thinking upon the fact that (1) there is no military development against the bomb, (2) it is impossible to pre vent others from discovering its secret, (3) the bombs can be made cheaply and in large numbers, and (4) if war breaks out they will be used and will destroy our civilization. The idea expressed by the distinguished chemist is not al together new because there have been suggestions from other sources that the atomic bomb will be the means of giving the United States control over the iworld. | Ho finds no solution to the problem except "the abolition of war" and, if this proves impos sible, hints that the United States should wage a war of world con quest and subsequently police and control the world. This alter native, he admits, is one that he does not "contemplate with any pleasure" but he adds that it is one "which may be a strict neces sity." THE EVERYDAY COUNSELLOR By HERBERT SPAUGH, D. D. Each one of us needs all the props we can get to hold us up to a standard of life which will bring no regrets in later years. How important it is to have someone who cares what we do and how we do it. I have just found a letter from one of my readers, written during the last months of the war, which was misplaced among my papers. The mother of a young man in the military service, she had taken a great interest in the many ser vice men who were stationed at the camp in her town. She "adopted" 25 of them, kept up correspondence with them when they went overseas, received photographs from all of them. They called her 'Mom Number 2." She kept them on her daily prayer list, and they knew it. One of them wrote her a letter from Austria thanking her for faith in him and her prayers for him, enclosing a little poem ex pressing his sentiments. I quote in part: J "Somewhere a women thrust jing fear away. Faces the future ?gravely for your sake. She loves I you, trusts you, breathes in pray ,','r your name. Soil not her faith in you by sin and shame. O keep her dear sake a stainless name. Bring back to her a manhood free from shame." Many a boy or girl away from home restraints has been tempted to actions which he would never have been considered at home. Some have succumbed and will carry the scars on their souls and in memory to the grave. Others have been held back by the memory of some loved Tines prayers and faith in them. Our servicemen in the armies of occupation are now experienc ing temptetions even greater than in the time of war. We at home need to remember this and give them the fullest support of our prayers, and be sure to let them know it. As long as the war was on, we kept our letters goiflg. There were prayer meetings, prayer groups and thousands of daily individual prayers. We must not forget that we still have an army and a navy with American boys and girls scattered over the world. Many of them are in greater danger now NO GUILD FOR HIM ... Rip Sewdl. pitcher for the Pirate*, prepares to cast the first ballot in the ball club's rote on whether or not its member* wanted the American Baseball Guild as Its bargaining aeent Sewell an noun^d he was voting against the guild News and Views Of the Farmers By L. E. TUCKWILLER County Agent Dilch Blasting Demonstration Since ditch blasting is being used succssfully in other sections of the state, we have arranged to hold two demonstrations in this county at the following places: Sept. 12, 10 a. m. M. D. Brown Laxon, N. C. Sept. 12, 3 p. m.. D F. Green Sugar Grove, N. C. We believe that this is the most economical way to make an open ditch, and hope as many farmers as possible will attend these demonstrations. than in the days of actual con flict. Lets keep the props up, and be sure to let them know it. If you want to have a good time try saying something nice! to another person or showing ap preciation to your associates. You might commence on wife, hus-j band, father, mother, some em ployee or even the boss. But let me offer one warning ? if you haven't been in the habit ot do ing this, commence gradually or you may be in the position of a husband who was attending an institute I was once conducting on family relations. In the first session I advised wives and hus bands to show appreciation for the other, suggesting that gifts ;and compliments were as much appreciated after marriage as be Ifore. In the next session there was a question period. This husband an nounced that he had followed my advice and had taken a box of candy home to his wife. She re ceived the gift with the question, "Now, what have you been up to?" He said he had a hard time explaining, and that he did not think much of my advice. I ask ed him how long it had been since he had taken such a gift to his wife. He said he couldn't re member, but he was afraid that it had been a long time. I recently attended a national convention of civic clubs. The closirtg session was quite evident ly the most enjoyable. It was devoted to the presentation of awards and citations for out standing service of various clubs and individual members. The atmosphere was one cheerful ex pectancy and enthusiasm. The various awards were greeted with much applause. There was little of monetary value in these awards, but there was sincere ap preciation. Everybody was hav ing a fine time. . The oil of appreciation is one of humanity's best lubricants. Yet it is used far too little. The pages of our newspapers are fill ed with accounts of human, domestic, industrial, civil and in ternational strife. Men and wo men hurl accusations against one another. I can't help wondering what would happen if we would show the same zeal in expressing ap preciation for the virtues of others that we do in denouncing their faults. Why not try carrying along with you an oil can filled with ap preciation. Then use it You will be delightfully surprised how the friction of personal relations will be overcome, and daily situation* will run smoothly. 4-County Office For Price Control Located In North Wilkesboro Office of Price Administration in North Wilkesboro, which is located in the Reins-Sturdivant building, will serve four coun ties. The price control offices of Watauga. Ashe and Alleghany counties have been consolidated with the OPA office for Wilkes. Mrs. Mary V. Shook, of North Wilkesboro, is chief price con trol clerk. 18 refugees cross sea in a 38 foot sloop; barred from U. S. {Mills Home Sells Farm For $10,000 The Mills Home. Baptist or-j phanage at Thomasville. was the! recipient of $10,000, the purchase price of the Solomon Grogan farm at Zionville. which was sold for the institution by S. C. Eg Rers, local realtor. The purchas |er was Ross Potter. recently of Detroit. Mich. The late Solomon Grogan and his wife willed the farm to Mills Home, and since the orphanage owned no other propflRy in this vicinity, it was decided by the board of directors of the institu tion not to retain ownership of the place. WAIT JkMtm "OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS HERE" ' HOSIERY DEPARTMENT We carry a full line of women's Nylons. *5 gunge, first quality. 30 denier, with seams 91.24: women's first quality Rayons. full-fashioned 78 cents; women s cotton and rayon hose 30c. 35c. 40c, 3 for 91 00; Men's boys's sox I Sc. 23. 35c. 3 for ?1 00 All anklets. )5c pair Economy Store lp FOR SALE ? Practially new loyal ar-| row portable typewriter. Call S4-J lc LEFT AT CITY SHOE SHOP change purse with money Owner may re ceive same by calling there and pay ing the cost of this ad lc WANTED AT ONCE? Dishwasher at Daniel Boone Hotel. lc FOR SALE- A good mare mule. 5 months old J. B. Cannon Vilas. N C.I l?\ MUST BE SOLD BY FRIDAY ?x!2| play house, rabbit hutch 5x10. 6 pens; j 6 rabbits. 2 sleds, scooter, infant bed] iwith springs and mattress. 9 metal! Venetian blinds. 6 shades. 5 storm windows, 10 tons stoker coal. 3 ricks fireplace wood. E. E. Garbee. lc COATS Women's girls' and children's coats. Just unpacked another big ship ment. They are wool, perfect condi tion and priced at less than one-third the original price We have also re ceived a nice selection of girls' rever sible coats. Economy Store lp NICE SELECTION women's and girls' dresses. NEW skirts, blouse and short sport coats Economy Store. lp SWEATERS Men's, boys' women's, girls' and children's NEW sweaters. This line of sweaters is one of the outstanding lines and you will find a big lot to select from. Prices very reasonable. Economy Store lp WOMEN'S AND GIRLS HATS We have Just been appointed the agency for "Peggy Just Beautiful' Hats. We carry a nice selection and are receiv-i ing more each week. Priced very rea sonably Come in and look them over Economy Store. Jp MEN'S YOUNG MEN'S SUITS New shipment men's and young men's and boys' odd coats and pants, all sizes, men's and boys' mail;:n/?.<. Economy Store. lp ARMY GOODS-- New shipment navy au.'.garees. navy and poplin shirts, chlno army shirts and pants, new navy shoes, army. navy, marine, field shoes, army combat boots, men's galoshes and rubber boots Economy Store lp WANTER- -White high school gra duates between ages of 17" 2 and 21 to take nurses training Full maintainence with stipend after probationary period Write for application blanks Next class opens October 1 Gordon Cro-| well Memorial Hospital. Lincolnton North Carolina. 9-S-4p GIRLS AND CHILDREN'S RAIN COATS? We have a nice selection of! these coats Some are lined and ideal' for school wear Economy Store. lc WE WILL be able to deliver coal and wood within the next few days. Your order lor future delivery will be ac cepted now See Spencer Miller or Phone 2002. Boone Coal Co Ip FOR SALE- Six year old mare, weight i?i')0 lbs Work any place See Joe C. Mast. Valle Crucls 9-5-2c SEMSTRESS Altering, .lcmstiU hing and button holes, made at The Fashion Shoppe. 9-5-2p 'FOR SALE -Purebread white Spitz pups Patsy Ann Swift. Sherwood. N. C. Ic FOR SALE- 1940 4-door Ford de luxe automobile Fred Edmisten. Sugar Grove. N. C. lc NOTICE? I have sold my business known as the Boone Flower and Gift Shop to Mrs. Ralph Mast on August 31. 1946, and ^ill *>?ot be responsible for any debfs for the Boone Flower Shop or the Boone Flower and Gift Shop, after that date. This September 2. 1946 |!iss Sophie Eller 9-5-4c FOR RENT ? House and apartments. Phone 150. Boone. N. C. lc FOR SALE? Girl s, bicycle See Shirley Max Swift. Sherwood. N. C. lp FOR SALE--1930 A Model Ford car. cut down and converted into pickup. Three good tires. Good running condi tion. E. T Jones, Zionville, R r D lp FOR SALE- 10 room house, modern throughout. 2 baths, approximately 4 acres land. Several outbuildings, grounds landscaped. See or phone Her bert Wey, Blowing Rock road lc DR C G BAUGHMAN. eye. ear. nose and throat specialist of Elizabethton. Tenn . will be at the Watauga Hos pital ? in Boone the first Monday in leach month for the practice of his pro fession. WANTED ? Refined girls lor beauty culture training classes now forming. Rates reasonable. Mae's School of; Beauty Culture. North Wilkesboro. N. C. 10-11-tfc STETSON HATS- Another big ship-) mcnt of reconditioned John B Stet-| son hats, till sizes and colors. Other | reconditioned hats and new ones $2 00. Boys' hats (1 65 Economy Store lp|j SHOES Complete stock of men's and! boys' oxfords and slippers. In this lot you will find ? good selection of men's and boy's army and navy dress ox lords. women's and growing girls' flat heel oxfords, boys' girls' and child ren's shoes, oxfords and slippers. Economy Store. lp SUNDIAL SHOES Just received ship ment of women's and growing girls' saddle oxfords, men's tan oxfords. We hope to have a complete line of Sun dial Shoes in near future. Economy Store lp WANTED Housekeeper Small family Write Mrs. Harrison Yokley, Box 119. Win ton-Salem. N. C. 9-5-2p WANTED TO LEASE for 18 months or over. 5 to 7 room house, with heat. If ?ou have a house for rent see W H. -ragg lp FOR SALE ? 2 Black purebread | coker spaniel pups, perfect specimens 12 weeks old. Excellent child's pets. Sisters to puppy who won Boone pet show Herbert Wey, Blowing Rock road, or phone 4-J. lc SEED WHEAT FOR SALE? Grown from certified seed. Fulcaster, No. 612 It yielded 28>a bushels to the acre, and is prettier seed than the certified present stock The price is $2.75 per bu as long as it lasts. Only 200 bu. to go. J. T Ray. Mountain City. Tenn. 8-28-2p | FARM FOR SALE- 52 acres near| Todd Half mile off highway 221. Good house, good barn and granary. Good grazing land. One-third in cult ivation Write or see R H. Clawson. Jr. Todd. N. C 8-29-2p WANTED At Hotel Wilkes. North I Wilkesboro. a woman to make salads | and have general supervision over vhe kitchen 8-29-2C | LOST? Wednesday of last week, around Blowing Rock, black bill fold, with I currency, driver license, pictures, et' . Liberal reward for return to Richard 1 Hodges. Boom- rfodv Shop. Boone , N. C. 8-29-2p VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE BY OWNER 1 am offering for sale, direct to pur chaser. for cash or on terms, the best located business lot in the city of Boone This lot fronts fifty (50) feet on Main Street and extends two hund red forty <240) feet through to Howard Street, and adjoins the Appalachian Theatre Building There is. at this time, a six-room brick bungalow on this lot. hardwood floors, steam heat with oil fired boiler. This lot is suit able for any business requiring a large space and an entrance on two streets If interested SEE Dr R. O. Glenn at Mountain Citv. Tenn 7-18-tfC Industrial Doors Matal Clad Fir* Doors Paalle Fraight Elarator Doors Wood Ovarhsad Doors Staal. Bronxa or Aluminum ? Entranca Doors E. H. AGLE Factory Rapraaanlallva 222 8. Graana GREENSBORO. If. C. Announcement This is to certify that 1 have sold one half- interest in my construction business to G. Perry Greene. I am to pay all bills prior to September 1 , 1 946. The firm will be known as the W. C. Greene Construe tion Company. With my thirty-five years experience, and Perry as a graduate engineer, I feel that we can render as good construction service as you can find anywhere in Western North Carolina. 0 GIVE US A CALL ON YOUR BUILDING NEEDS W. C. Greene m NOTICE! I am no longer connected with the Stand ard Service Station and am now giving my full attention to the Sinclair Service Station I invite all my customers to visit me there for a greatly improved automobile service. W. J. KELSEY WANTED Dogwood . . . Hickory . . . Maple . . . Beech . . . Birch . . . Ashe and Sycamore. ) MATHESON & PANGLE Boone, N. C. VETERANS! You will need photostatic copies of your Dis charge to apply for your terminal leave pay. Fast, Accurate Service at the ROYALTONE STUDIO & PHOTO SUPPLY CO. BOONE. N. C. Home and Business ROCK WOOL INSULATION Call R.W.WATKINS, Boone, N. C. Representative Phone 125 New Equipment ? Old Experienced Insulation Mechanics All Work Guaranteed ? Free Surveys REPUBLICAN COUNTY CONVENTION Boone. N. C., Sept. 2. 1946. A Republican Convention for Watauga County is hereby called to meet at the courthouse in Boone. N. C , at 2:30 P M. on Saturday. September 14, 1946 The convention will nominate the Republican can didates for the various offices to be filled in Watauga County at the General Election to be held Nov. 5, 1946. Township meetings will be held Friday, Sept. 18. 1946, at the palling places in the various townships at 2:30 P. M. The township meetings will elect one delegate and one alternate for each 25 votes or frac tion thereof cast for the Republican candidate for Governor in the 1944 election. E. D. COOK o Chairman Ex. Committee CLYDE R. GREENE Secretary