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TEACHING BOLSHEVISM (Harvey's Weekly.) Is Bolshevism to be inculcated, or is the truth about Bolshevism to be taught in American public schools? The question is timely and pertinent, both in itself and as a part of a much larger problem concerning American patriotism and American eduation. It has been disclosed that there are in some of our large cities so-called "Sunday Schools" because , they meet on that day devoted to the teaching of revolutionary doctrines variously described as Socialist, Bol shevist and Soviet. Children of tender years are being systematically taught that American principles of govern ment are all wrong and are to be opposed and resisted, and that the vagaries of alien agitators are to be preferred and adopted in their place. That is an infamous thing, and it is a serious question to what extent it ought to be permitted. But there can be no question that the existence and activities of such agencies of disloyalty make it all the more obligatory upon us to see to it not only that the teaching in our public schools is soundly American but also that it is aggressively Ameri can. The former assurance ought not to be necessary, but it is. It has be come notorious that in New York city, for example, there are not a few public school teachers whose loyalty to American democracy is by no means above question. Some of them are charged with having re commended Bolshevist or other alien principles to their pupils. They have even formed an extensive organiza tion for the purpose of promoting un American propaganda in American schools. That is scandalous, and should bo radically corrected. But that is not all that should be done. There is no use in casting oat devils if the room is left empty and swept and garnished for other devils to enter at will. We need not merely to suppress disloyal teaching but also to promote aggres sively loyal teaching; and just now it seems highly desirable to teach the truth about Bolshevism. Children hear about the tiling and wdnder what it is. If nobody else tells them the truth about it, they presently hear some soap-box orator, or some half-baked parlor Bolshe vist, extrolling it as the beauty of holiness. So they get the impression that it is a new and improved form of government, which ought to be adopted here in place of our bour geois democracy. The mischief that may thus be done is incalculable. It should be met and dealt with not passively but actively. Pains should be taken, no labor should be spared, not merely to avoid giving false im pressions of Bolshevism but also to insure the giving of correct impres sions. It should be incumbent, com pulsory, in every public school to teach children what the thing is, how dishonest it is and how unclean, and how hostile and repugnant to every American principle. Dogberry might say that "reading and writing comes by nature," but in these times, with so much pernicious propaganda ex tant, it would be folly to trust to nature to make sound citizens of our girls and boys. They need to be taught to love America and Amer ican principles, and to such teaching the logical corollary is that they must be taught to hate and to renounce Bolshevism and all its works. OUTLOOK FOR BUSINESS BRIGHT Business men, contractors, profes sional men, and men engaged in all lines of endeavor are optimistic as to the outlook for business during the remainder of the year. Many people throughout the country ex pected a panic following the cessa tion of hostilities. But hapily their expectations have not come true. Fully six months have elapsed since the armistice was signed, and the business outlook is steadily improv ing. Building operations are being planned on a large scale everywhere, road building in all the states is be ing resumed, farm work, mining and manufacturing, in fact, business of all kinds, according to reports com ing from commercial agencies and other reliable sources, is looking up. In this connection, the following from the Manufacturers Record, one of the most reliable journals published in the United States, is of interest: "From all quarters of the country the most optimtstic reports regard ing business conditions are contin ually coming in. The outlook is most encouraging in practically every line: The spirit of optimism is in the air, and it is the confident belief of leaders in industry and finance that an era of unprecedented prosperity is ahead. "Even now many public and private undertakings are being crowded to completion. There is no difficulty in financing proper improve ments, and an everbroadening market for bond issues reveals the temper of the times. Enormous good road con struction is in hand and is being planned, work with which the entire country appears to be deeply con cerned. There is a dearth of dwelling-houses all over the land, and vast building activities cannot be long de layed. Everywhere there is a lessen ing in complaints of unemployment, and the prediction is freely made that before the year is out there may be an actual shortage of labor, "In all this present activity and optimism for the future the , South has taken a leading part. The con- struction department of the Manu-Iat facturers Record bears testimony to this fact, for the construction news we publish each week, giving projects and undertakings planned and under way, has more than doubled in space since the armistice was signed. "There is room only for optimism in a survey of the field." This is indeed good news. There is no necessity for pessimism now. All that our people have to do in order to make the prediction of the Record, "that an era of unprecidented pros perity is ahead," come true, is to properly plan for the development of our resources, and then go to work and execute the plans. We have no doubt that this will be done right here in Western North Carolina on a scale that our most optimistic citi zens have not yet even dreamed of. We have, in many respects, the best section of country to be found any where, and outsiders are rapidly find ing it out, and more people will come j Hebron is too well known to be elabo here within the next five years, for! rated upon. More than this it is the purpose of joining us in the: too well known and recognized to be development of this wonderful partjs shamefully neglected as it has of the country, than have come for been in the past few years! this purpose, during the past twenty The second opportunity that would years. Those of us who are here ten seem to be so near at hand is the years from today will see a most ! establishment of a direct connection wonderful development in this great j from Hendersonville to Mt. Pisgah. mountain section of .North Carolina, j An investigation just made by the There is indeed room for only optim-i good roads committee has revealed ism in a survey of the iield. : the interesting fact that the United States government through the for- SCENIC HIGHWAYS . j estry service actually has at this time j in contemplation as one of the pro- To the Editor of The Times: .U'ets of the Pisgah National Park, Most things in life that are good 'the construction of a highway lead veritably lie at our doors unsuspected. ! into the Mills River Valley. As How truly, indeed, do all of us js well known, a number of years acquire the habit of looking upon the!W Mr. George W. Vanderbilt built thiiiL' which is n Ion-' wnv off as he-1 ing worth while. The average from Canton to Mt. Pisgah. End dweller of Western North Carolina is j nt't,rs art' now locating a road so thoroughly accustomed to the ! through the Pink Beds southward to beauty and grandeur of our Southern Appalachian Mountains that he takes them for granted little realizing that to make of the greatest usefulness to the average person they must4e made accessible. How very few people can be look ed upon as Alpinists? Probably not one in a hundred either among our selves or among those who are our guests belong to this delectable and exclusive class. There are a few, it is true, who will, regardless of per sonal hardship, seek out the rare and choice spots of which this country has been so richly endowed. They constitute probably the truest and. genuine lovers of nature. Unfortu nately this particular genus is rare, very rare indeed. The great ma jority of people demanded for their enjoyment that our mountains be made accessible, more particularly by the construction of matchless motor highways. There is unquestionably badly needed at the present time in West ern North Carolina a concerted and comprehensive movement to bring in to existence a chain of highways that will connect and tie up our choicest scenery. The class of highway con- srtuction that the writer has in mind is of the sort, for instance, that has been done and is in course of comple tion in Colorado, in the vicinity of Denver, the marvelous Columbia River scenic highway out of Port land, Ore., the splendid system of national highways in the Yellow stone National Park, etc. The stupendous importance and tourist at tracting qualities which these high ways have brought into existence are, unfortunately, realized by very few people. Western North Carolina possesses mountain scenery that has a peculiar charm that is probably not surpassed by any mountain section of the Uni ted States. While we lack some of the grandeur and sublimity of the western mountains our Southern Ap palachians possess something which no other region of America enjoys, namely; its extraordinary wealth of vegetation. It was Professor Asa Grey, the celebrated botanist of Har vard University, who stated that, "In no place in the United States was there to be found such an infinite variety of flora as in the Southern Appalachian Mountains." It is just this that gives to our eternal hil a fascinating picturesque value not to be found or equalled in any region in America. In view of these we'll recognized facts there is unquestionably a need at the present time of some organiza tion in Western North Carolina th sole object of which would be to bring into existence such a great system of highways as contemplated above. There should be some pec son of broad vision and indomitable energy at the head of an organiza- tion of this sort, which, organization should include the whole of the resort region of Western North Carolina. We are rapidly approaching he time when the through-motor highways to our section of country will be estab lished facts, and is the time not now at hand for the beginning of a large strictly scenic highway organization? Coming down to the local needs of Hendersonville, in this very connec- there are two scenic, highway j opportunities that would appear to be our very door, and, this too, with- out the expenditure of any consider able amount of money. Who of our citizens has not many times regretted that the once beautiful and most popular road leading from our city the Hebron Road has almost ceased to exist so far as the pleasure seek ing motorist is concerned? The view to the southward of the Saluda Mountains that is to be seen from this highway is one of the most beautiful in our immediate vicinity. No effort should be spared to again make this trip one of the chief scenic roads leading out of Hendersonville. The new road has been built, in the main on an excellent grade and only needs to be widened and properly maintained to again establish its value as one of the most distinctively interesting trips about Henderson ville. The panorama of mountain, valley and plain that is spread before the beholder from the top of Mt. at great expense a highway leadine the Transylvania county line of the park at which point the latter county has entered into a contract for the completion of a through highway ex tending southward to Pisgah Forest station. In an interview which the president of our Board of Trade, Mr. Latham, had with the forester of Pisgah Na tional Park, definite assurances were given that the United States govern ment had in view the construction of a highway leading from the Pink Beds to the eastward down into the Mills River Valley. It is well known that practically in its entirety the present Mills River road now reaches a point within a very few miles of the Pisgah National Park. In view of the very great importance of this whole matter it would seem that nothing should be left undone in an effort to induce the federal govern ment to build its portion of the above highway offering whatever guarantees are necessary to put our own high way in the very finest condition. To demonstrate the great value to Hendersonville which these needed improvements will bring about it is only necessary to call attention to the benefits which the public has re ceived as the result of the making accessible of Chimney Rock, a piece of highway construction, the nature and importance of which is too well appreciated to merit further com ment. In this connection too the re cently constructed Stony Mountain Highway should and unquestionably will prove to be a scenic motor road of great value not only to Hender sonville but to every one who uses the most important highway leading to the mountains of North Carolina, namely; the through highway to Asheville from Greenville and Spar tanburg. Let us leave nothing undone in a sincere and united effort to bring some of these good things to pass and the writer hopes more than he can express that even a larger or ganization may be perfected in the near future the object of which, as stated above, will be to bring into existence in a comprehensive way a great chain of mountain scenic high ways. Nothing could be done that would attract tourists in such large numbers as a successful movement of this character. LEWIS B. MORSE. RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT FOR SAMUEL J. JUSTICE First Baptist church, Henderson ville, N. C., April 9, 1919. Whereas, God in His providence has by death, (on March 16, 1919) removed from our church member ship, from our board of deacons, and from his leadership in the church, our beloved and highly esteemed brother, Samuel J. Justice ; And Whereas, Brother Justice, born of strong and honorable parentage, was from his youth of industrious and frugal habits, and cIojpI" - '"" himself to the attainment ot uoeiui knowledge, and careful to improve every opportunity that came to him, procured for himself a good practical education, the position of a leader in the community, and successful busi ness man; and yet, he was free hearted and charitable to a fault; And Whereas, in the county and State, Brother Justice was a patriotic and loyal citizen, and always ready to assume, and discharge every duty that fell to'his lot; And Whereas, in his "Home-life," Brother Justice was a model husband and father, faithful, just, loving and kind alike to all the members of his family; and in the community a true neighbor and friend; And Whereas, when only a youth, Brother Justice embraced the Christ ian religion, and more than 50 years ago, joined the Baptist church at Refuge in this county; and about 20 years later removed to Henderson ville, and became a member of the First Baptist church, and a few years later, was chosen, set apart and ordained a deacon, which position he continued to hold to the end of his life, and was chairman of the board of deacons for the 10 years just past; And Whereas, Brother Justice was well known for his faithfulness, re sourcefulness, usefulness, and stead fastness in all matters pertaining to the church and the denomination; and for his steadfast and abiding faith in God, yet he was humble and never" self seeking, which character istics, were beautifully exemplified in his last request, that no funeral eulogy be said of him in the final services held over his remains, but ratner mat tne occasion, his iaith in God, and his life work, be mentioned only as same would exalt the Sav iour, and help others to receive Him; Therefore, be it resolved by the First Baptist Church of Henderson ville, N. C: 1. That in the passing of Brother Samuel J. Justice, his wife has lost a true and faithful husband; his chil dren have lost a thoughtful, kind and loving father; the community has lost a true neighbor and friend; the county and State have lost a true and loyal citizen; the Baptist church and the denomination have lost one of their truest, staunches t and most faithful members and supporters; 2. That the members of the First Baptist Church of Hendersonville deeply deplore the loss of so good and faithful brother, yet they do humbly and reverently i'uw to God s over-ruling providence, and fondly cherish and bleca the memory of Brother Justice, and the noble and exemplary life, he lived, and for his Christian faith that k. ;t him stead fast to the end; 3. That to the bereaved family and friends, the deepest Christian sympathy is mast cordially extended; and for comfort and consolation, they are commended to emulate the life of the departed loved one, and apply to God, the only source of help and comfort; and 4. That as a mark of respect to our departed brother, we dedicate a page of our church records to his memory, and inscribe these resolu tions thereon ; that a copy be furnish ed the family of the deceased, and a copy be sent to the Biblical Recorder and the local papers. Respectfully submitted, 0. V. F. Blythe, Foster Bennett, G. J. Lambeth, Geo. W. Bradshaw, T. L. Durham, R. H. Staton, Committee. Approved, passed and ratified by the First Baptist Church of Hender sonville, N. C., in special conference, on this April 9, 1919. J. C. Morrow, Jr., Church Clerk. Dr. E. E. Bomar, Moderator. The Black Ostrich. The black ostrich stands seven feet high. Its speed is that of a horse, aod it can easily carry n man. PARDON NOTICE This is to give notice that an ap plication win, m a short time, be made to the Governor for the pardon of Luther Booker who was convicted at me March term, 1919. of the su. penor court of Henderson county up on a charge of manufacturinjr spirit uuus nquor contrary to law, and aeiuencea to serve a term of 12 months on the COUntv phnin crnnir Persons who desire to oppose said application can forward protest to the Governor. Mrs. Luther Booker. Dr. H. li. Carson Dentist Office over H. Patterson v Store Mani street, Hendersonville, N. C. Dr.E.A. mgmillan Dentist Successor to Dr. W.T.Wallace Office in Burckmyer Bldg. Entrance on 4th avenue Phone 442 HENDERSONVILLE, N. C. DR. H. L KEITH DENTIST (Successor to Dr. W. F. Nickel) Office Orer Hunter's Pharmacy Dr. GEORGE WRIGHT Osteopath Successor to Dr. Tebeau Patterson Building NOTICE STTE OF NORTH CAROLINA, HENDERSON COUNTY Entry No. 4228. W. S. Rogers, this day filed appli cation to enter 8 acres of land, more or less, in Clear Creek township, on the waters of Kyles Creek, near Green Mountain, adjoining the lands of Joe Towsand, W. S. Rogers andj J. T. Morgan. April 16th, 1919. A. O. JONES, Entry Taker. Derivation of Word "Prophet'' The Hebrew word for prophet Is de rived from a verb signifying "to bob ble forth" like a fountain. ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of C M rialfnn deceased, late of Henderson county, this is to notify all persons having claims against the said estate to pre sent them, nrnnerlv verifier! tn ho undersigned on or before the 28th j . a ma .m aay oi iviarcni izu, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their re covery. And all nersona inHehteil tn the said estate will please make prompt settlement. xma coa aay oi marcn, W. M. V ALTON, Administrator of the estate of C. M. Dalton, deceased. Th Our new Polar Soda Fountain has just been in stalled and we are ready to serve you without quibble or question the purest, cleanest and most delicious soda that any fountain can serve. Clean surroundings, big capacity, perfect refrigera tion, comfort and convenience for all will provide serv ice methods that will appeal to you. We shall have an unusually large menu with all the old-time favorite drinks, from the little fruity, snappy thirst chasers up to various ice cream combinations, sodas, sundaes and ices and the newest fancy conceits. Visit us often and meet and treat your friends at our fountain. Come today, get acquainted with our new drinks and our new dispenser. You will not only he delighted, but by your attend ance will show your appreciation of our efforts in in troducing many new ideas in soda drinks and soda pleasures this year. Most cordially yours, Hunter's Pharmacy The Man with Money hides his Valuables in Our Safety Deposit Vaults where they are SAFE. He has no FEAR of Fire or Burglars. New nest of Steel Boxes just installed Come in and get yours before they are all rented Gti National Bamik NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL , " ESTATE Under and by virtue of the pro visions of a certain mortgage deed of trust executed on the 21st day of February, 1912, by G. W. Connell and his wife, Edith Connell, to the undersigned- trustee, . which said mortgage deed of trust was executed and delivered to the undersigned trustee for the purpose of securing the indebtedness therein mentioned, and which is duly recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Henderson county in Book 34, at Page 133, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and the holder of the said indebtedness having applied to the trustee for the foreclosures of the said mortgage deed of trust in accordance with the terms thereof, the" undersigned trustee will, on Sat urday the 3rd day of May, 1919, at the Court House door in the town of Hendersonville, N. C, at 12 o'clock noon, expose to public sale following described lands, situate, lying and be ing in the town of Hendersonville, N. C, and described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a stake on the south margin of Spruce street, on the north west corner of Mrs. W. B. Anders' lot and runs South 10 degrees East 150 feet to a stake; thence South 80 degrees West 57 feet to a stake in the margin of Washington street; thence with said street North 10 de grees West 150 feet to a stake in the South Margin of Spruce street; thence with South margin of Spruce street North 80 degrees East 57 feet to the beginning. TERMS OF SALE: CASH. This March 25, 1919. P. S. CARLTON, Trustee. m irsty? zees
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