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InM V ONLY NEWSPAPER IN TRANSYLVAnIA CODNTY A. HOME PAFBR FOR HOME PEOPI^E-ATiL HOME I»RINT VOLUlTE-XVIII BREVARD, NORTH CAROLINA. FRIDAY. MAY 30. 1913. KUMBER-22 WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA FAIR AlthoQ{?^ the Western North Carolina Pair is not to be held tin- tll October 7, 8, 9 and 10, the man agement has already opened offices in Asheville for the purpose of pro moting the third annual fair and to hse its best efforts to produce the most successful fair ever held in all Western North Carolina. It is the desire of the manage ment of the fair to secure to a greater extent the co-operation of the citizens of all the counties throughout' Western North Caro lina, and in attempting to do this they do not want to conflict in any way with any of the county fairs now being held in various counties, but rather expect to work with the management of the other smaller fairs to help make each of them a success. The management of the fair is going about the matter of promot ing this year’s offering in the proper M?ay. They are using much space in the weekly papers through out the western part of the state. The News this week carries their initial announcement, which will no doubt be read with a great deal of interest by many of our readers. Their catalogue will be ready for distribution in a very short time, and we would suggest that every one who c»n. write for a copy of this book and prepare to make a number of entries in the various exhibits. Further announcement! of this fair will be made in the News from time to time. A GOOD WOMAN GONE Sarah Samantha Jones, wife of Rev. M. L. Jones, after an illness of five months, died at her home near Penrose on May 3, 1913. She mu born in Henderson ooonty April 18, 1843, and just prior to the Civil war moved to Transylvania county. Mrs. Jones was twice married; first to D. M. Lankford, and afterwards to Rev. M. L. Jones. She was a woman of strong and noble character, and in the long period she was permitted to live in our midst she has made hundreds friends, always having messages of love and syfnpathy for everyone. She has been a faithful and con sistent member of Enon Baptist church for over fifty years. Very few times was her seat vacant at church, and then only when she was providentially hindered from attending. “Aunt Samantha,” as she was familiarly known, always made it a rule to to give one-tenth of her in come to God. When she carried her chickens, eggs and butter to the store the merchants knew that one-tenth must be paid in cash to go into the Lord’s treasury. Enon church and the community will miss her familiar figure, but her influence and timely advice shall move on down the years until it shall have made glad the gates of the eternal city of God. Sister Jones was permitted to have an active mind during her se vere illness. Just two or three days before she .died siie called to her hust)and and haa him write out a program for her funeral; first seV cting a minister to preach her funeral, then the verse of scrip ture for a text, the songs to be used and the pall bearers. We be lieve she was ready for the great crisis that was just ahead. The funeral services were con ducted by Rev. J. R. Owen of Can ton, N. C., at Enon church on May 5, 1913, a large large company of sympathizing friends following her lK>dy to its last resting place in Enon cemetery. She is survived by her liasband, one brother and one sister. A Friend, v For the ailments of women, DR. 8IMMON’3 SQUAW VINE COM POUND is an effective remedy. It corrects irregnlorities, builds up a strong body, promotes cheerful spirits and restores a clear, healthy complexion. Price $1.00 per bottle. Sold- by S. M. Macfle. sdv TJ(E INSTITUTE COMM CASEMENT The Institute commencem^ent came to a close Tuesday night and most of the students left Wednes day morning for their homes. The session just coming to a*close was a very successful one, and great progress has been noted. ^ The commencement exercises commenced with an entertainment in the Institute chapel last Friday night by the primary department. The last chapel exercises of the year occurred Saturday mornipg. Each of the students were given a green ribbon on which was printed in red ink “Institute Chapel, May 24, 1913” as a souvenir of the occa sion. On Saturday afternoon the boys held their annual field day ex ercises, and a number of athletic contests were conducted. The base b,all game between the Institute boys and the town boys had to be called in the fourth inning when the score was 6 to 4 in favor of the town. The feature of the commence ment exercises was the sermon at thesAIethodist church Sunday morn ing by liev. Gilbert T. Rowe. Dr. Rowe’s sermon was full of good ad vice to the students, and was lis tened to with closest attention. The church was crowded to the doors. ^ Monday afternoon the annual music recital by the teachers and advanced students took place, and in the evening the annual inter society recitation contest and de bate took place. There were sev eral contestants in the recitation contest and tne speaking was very spirited. Tuesday evening the graduation exercises were held. Diplomas, certificates and medals w.ere pre sent^ to various students for de portment, grades, etc., and the cup was presented to the president of the Lanier society, the Laniers hav ing been adjudged the winnert^. These exercises were followed by an address by Rev. C. A. Wood, presiding elder of the Asheville district. Headquarters Brevard Camp U. -G. V., No. 953, Brevard, N. C., May 28,1913.—Order No. 9 : Where as the time set by the camp for its local reunion is approaching, and as it is, advisable to always be ready, it is thought wise by a num ber of veterans that th^ camp meet and outline tha exercises for the occasion; therefore It is ordered that all members not excused by physical infirmities shall meet at Davidson River ceme tery on Tuesday, June 3, prox., at 11 o’clock a. m., for the above pur pose, and also in conjunction with the U. D. C. renew and decorate the graves of such comrades as may be found resting in this ceme tery. Let all veterans try to be present if for no other purpose than to show appreciation for the work the Daughters are attempt ing to do in keeping alive the names of our comrades. By order of the commandant. J. M. Haml'in, Commandant. FORTUNES IN APPLES MRS. SUSAN BARNEH WOOD Mrs. Susan Barnett Wood, wife of Thos. S. Wood, was born in Henderson county, N. C., Novem ber 4, 1852, and died May 18, 1913. In early life she united with the Baptist church, and after her mar riage transferred her membership to Davidson River Presbyterian church. During her girlhood she was a dutiful daughter, loving and de voted in her father’s family, and developed into a beautiful Christian womanhood. Aft«r her marriage she was em phatically a hoqie maker, a faith ful devoted wife, a loving and ten der mother, laying out all her her strength and bending all her energies im providing for and min istering to her loved one^ As a kind, generous neighbor she made many friends and bound many lov ing hearts to> her in strong ties of devotion. During the days of her strength she was ever faithful in her church and Christian duties. For a long time at the close of her life she was in prostrated health and a great sufferer. Dur ing those hours of pain her hus band and children ministered to her tenderly, soothing her suffer ings and providing everything that love and devotion could desire. Giving wise Christian advice to those around her and sending mes sages to absent ones, she passed away gently and peacefully in the triumphs of the Christian faith. “Her children arise np and call her blessed, her husband also, and he praiseth her.** W. H. D. Pisgah Forest, May 24. Don’t fail to save fine exhibits of grasses, crimson clover, oats, wheat and lye torli Western North Caro lina Fair to be held in Asheville in October. Cash premiums given. CONFEDERATE VETERANS The marked success of several apple growers in this immediate section again calls attention to the unlimited opportunities which await energetic orchardist« in the state of North Carolina, and par ticularly in the western section. It is conceded by well informed au thorities that North Carolina can grow apples thftt compare favorably with any in the country—apples that are really ^tter than many sections can produce. So it would appear that while casting about for new industries we have sadly neg lected one that is more profitable than the average—the cultivation of high grade apples. A local commission merchant is authority for the statement that the apples which were grown on the farm of Mr. Charles A. Webb last season brought fiifty cents a barrel more than the best apples that were shipped into New Yerk from all over the country. What Mr. Webb has accomplished in this section can be done by other grow ers who employ the same scientific methods in the cultivation of the apple. r With such an end in view steps are now being taken to bring the orchardists of the state together for the purpose of organizing. In the eastern and'central parts of the state such organizations have made for great progress in the methods of handling and marketing apples, and plans are iSeing laid for cam paigns of education through the press and other printed works. It is apparent to all that a product of' such fine merit and rare possibili ties as the apple should be given widespread attention, and the Citi zen believes that the day is not far distant when apple growing along scientific and intelligent lines will be one of the chief industries of the state. Exceptional conditions favor the*gro :ver in North Carolina when we deal with its even climate and sheltered fields, and the various civic organizations now bending their energies toward new develop ments will do well to take up the hitherto despised apple with new enthusiasm.—Asheville Citizen. DAVIS’ BIRTHDAY Tuesday, June 3, being Jefferson Davis’ birthday, the Transylvania Chapter U. D. C. .will observe the day at Davidson’s River cemetery. All those having friends or rela tives interred tnere are requested to meet and make it a clean-up day as well as a memorial one. The Daughters of the Confeder acy will decorate the graves of the Confederate soldiers lying there, after w^ich they will serve dinner on the grounds to the veterans. At 2:39 oclock Confederate cross* es of honor will be presented to a number of veterans and descend ants of veterans. All the old soldiers of the county are especially invitad to be present aad help make this o^onasno- cessful and memorable one. NEW TEACHERS ELECTED The to wnship board of education met recently a,nd elected teachers for the Brevard Graded school for the next session. Only two of the teachers employed last year will re turn. Prof. W. L. Winkler, who has been at Spring Hope for th 5 past year, was elected principal. Prof. Winkler‘comes very highly rec- iDmmended, and the recommeni^ respective schools, except for rural dations furnished by him show that he has held a number of very importanjb positions with credit. He was educated at the Appalachian Training school and the A. & M. col let's. On the recommendation of Prof. Winkler, the board also elected three of Prof. Winkler’s assistants, teachers w’ho have been associated with him for a number of years. These young ladies are Miss Pearl Hodges, Miss Mary Stanbury and Miss Lelia McCoy. The last mentioned will doubtless be Mrs.' W. L. Winkler before she arrives in Brevard. Miss Daisy Holcom and Miss Hattie Aiken, who have been with the school for several terms were also re-elected to their old positions. THREE ACCIDENTS Within the last week there has been three accident to men em ployed on the street j)aving work. Last Thursday afternoon the big steam roller got stalled in a ditch and while trying to jack it up on some trestle work the jack flew out and struck Mr. H. P. McGee, the general superintpudent, in the chest. His inj^ies were very painfnl and ^ for a time it was was thought would prove fatal. He was rushed to Asheville to the Mis sion hospital, however, where an operation was performed. He was able to return to Brevard this week, and is now going about, al though he is by no means out of danger. Monday about noon Walter Gro gan had two toes of his left foot mashed by the concrete mixing machine. While his injuries are very painful it is thought he will be able to be about in a few days. Later in tne evening on Monday K. M. Averill of Charleston, S. C., who has been running the steam roller, suffered a broken arm. His arm was struck by the fly wheel of the machine. Fred Calhoun of Brevard has succeeded Mr. Averill on the roller. It is to be hoped that work may now be completed without further accidents to the men employed in giving Brevard this great improve ment. SCHOOL LEGISUTION The county board of education of each coi*oty shall fix annually a day and place in each township for the meeting of th^township or district committeemeW of said township, who shall, in conference with the cot-nty superintendent, with w’hom application must have previously been filed by all 'appli- ct n^^^s, select the teachers for their FULLER-HOLCOMB A marriage which will prove o much interest in the state of Geor gia as well as North Carolina, the former home of the bride, was that of Miss Ella Emily Fuller of Gaines ville, Ga., and Mr. Emory Andrew Holcomb of Gulfport, Miss., which took place in Atlanta, Ga., Wednes day, May 14th. The bride, who before her mar riage was a trained nurse, went to Atlanta Wednesday presumably to nurse a sick friend, and the news of her marriage came as a completje surprise. She is a beatitiful young woman, a daup^hter of Mr. and Mrs. V7. A. Fuller, who moved to Gaines ville from Brevard a few years ago, and is popular among a wide circle of friends by reason of her whole some disposition and personal char acteristics. Mr. Holcomb was formerly a Gainesville boy but now in th« ex press service in Gulfport, Miss. He has many friends in Georgia and Mississippi who congratulate him in hi^ good fortune. Mr. and Mrs. Holcomb are on a bridal tour to New Orleans as well as Washington and other points north, and will return in a few days few days for a brief visit to the in Gainesville, after which they will go to Gulfport, where they will make their home. public high schools. Prpvi^jled, that no election of any teachfer or of any assistant teacher, shall b^e deemed valid until such election has been approved by the county superintendent. The clerks of "^11 state and mu nicipal jjonrts, justices of the peace, and the clerks or other«^^ oflicials having in custsdy the records of any city or town in the state shall furnish to the county boards of education of their respective coun ties on the first Monday of July and January of each year, a de tailed statement of fines, forfeit ures and penalties which go to the school fund, that have been im posed or which have accrued. The county board of education of each and every county is hereby authorized and directed to provide for the prompt payment of all teachers’ salaries due at the end of each school month. No assistant teacher shall be em ployed in any one-teacher school until the average daily attendance shall have reached at least forty pupils, and in case the reports of any teacher shall for four consecu tive weeks show an average daily attendance of less than forty pu pils the assistant teacher may be dismissed. The county board of education of every county shall biennially ap- priate an amount not less than two imndred dollars nor more than two hundred and fifty dollars out of the public school funds of the county * • * for the purpose of con ducting biennially a teachers’ in stitute and school for the training of the public scnool teachers of the county at sorme convenient and satisfactory place. The biennial county teachers’ institute and school provided for in this section shall be conducted by somd prac tical teacher or teachers appointed by the state superintendent of pub lic instruction, at such time and place as shall be determined by the state superintendent of pubiic in struction after consultation with the county superintendent.of school and the county board of education. All public school teachers of the state and all high school and graded school teachers are hereby required to attend biennially some county teachers’ institute or ac credited summer school continu ously for a term of not less than two weeks, unless providentially hindered; and failure so to attend such institute or summer school shall be cause for debarring any teacher, 89 failing, from teaching in any of the public schools, high schools, 01* graded schools of the state until such teacher shall have attended, as required by law, some county institute or accredited school as herein provided for. Section 4132 of the code is so amended as to provide that the board o( education shall elect a county superintendent of schools who shall have had at least two years’ experience in teaching or supervising schools within five immediately precetdi^g his election. An act was passed to provide for compulsory school attendance of all children between the ages of eight and twelve years. Exceptionally gocfd moving* pic ture programs ar6 offl^rejd this week. For Thursday: “A Bo:panoe of the Utah Pioneers,” a' two-reel picturo, and “Who’s the Boss,” a screa&!Bi'g*c6me9y, wlH- be given. Saturday night: **A Friend In deed,” Western, “The Conse- iquences,** and the Animated Week- ly. Mnmc by the orchestra each n ght. ^
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