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THE COURIER, A SEMI - WEEKLY DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF PERSON COUNTY AND HER PEOPLE. t . Wi\t Haxboro Courier ESTABLISHED 1881. PERSON COUNTY'S OLDEST AND BEST NEWSPAPER. UNDER SAME MANAGEMENT AND OWNERSHIP FOR 50 YEARS. IF YOU HAVE SOME THING TO SELL, TELL IT THROUGH OUR WANT COLUMN TUESDAY AND FRIDAY / T J. W. NOELL, EDITOR HOME FIRST, ABROAD NEXT $1.50 PER YEAR IN ADVANCE. VOL. LII. (Tuesday And Friday) ROXBORO, NORTH CAROLINA TUESDAY MAY 7, 1935 (County Correspondents Solicited) NUMBER 20 R. B. Griffin Named County Superintendent < Board Selects Bethel Hill Principal From Applications Of Nineteen ? i Has Been Teaching At Bethel Hill For Past Several Years. At 3:30 Monday afternoon word went out that Mr. R. B. Griffin, principal of the Bethel Hill High School .had been named County Superintendent of Edu cation to succeed Mr. S. G. Winstead, resigned. For several years Mr. Griffin has been the head of the Bethel Hill School and is a man well qualified tp take over the job as County Superintendent. He was selected from a list of nine teen who had applied for th? position. The hoard canvassed the recommenda tions of all candidates and came, to the conclusion that he was the best qualified. Since the beginning of his adminis tration as principal of Bethel Hill High School Mr. Griffin has established an excellent record and it is thought that the board acted wisely in naming him to head the county system. Mr. Griffin is a native of Wake County having been reared near Raleigh. Last sum mer he was married to Miss Janie Rogers, a teacher at Bethel Hill. Jackie Coogan Only Survivor Father Of Film Star And Three Others Lost Lives In Moun tain Road Crash Los Angeles, May 5. ? Jackie Coogan, onP-tlme boy film star, arrived in an ambulance at Physicians and Surgeons Hospital tonight, sole survivor of a tragic auto wreck on rocky La Posta Gorge highway, which took the lives of four persons. Including Coogan 's father, John L. Coogan. Sr. Jackie was suffering from shock and severe, but not critical injuries to his chest after a miraculous escape from death. He rode the rumble seat of a careening cm down av 40-foot ledge af ter it had leaped an embankment on a hairpin turn, racing down the steep gorge at 70 miles an hour. Others Killed Junior Durkin, 19-year-old motion picture actor; Robert Horner, film writer and actor, and Charles Jones, foreman of the Coogan ranch, were the others killed. An inquest was ordered on the strength of young Coogan's story that an automobile approaching from the opposite direction forced the Coogan car, driven by Coogan, Sr., off the highway and over an eight-foot em bankment. o Two Exiled Greek Leaden Must Die Former Premier Venkelos And Gen eral Plastiras Condemned By Military Court Athens, May 5 ? Two exiled Greek leaders, former Premier Eleutherios Veniselos and General Nicholas Plas tiras, were sentence to death today In Absentia by a military court-martial which is trying political leaders and others In connection with the recent revolt. The public prosecutor declare-* Ven izelos always secriflced everythirj for his own glnrv and after furnishing funds and material for the last "crim inal revolt" fled the country, leaving behind h'm thousands of victims and rti'ned families Two other alleged leaders of the up ris'ng, Tzanakis and Condouros, also wrre sentenced to death and Venizel os' son. Kyriakoe, was given 10 years in priscn and General Gonna tas, Pres ident of the chamber of deputies, five years. Four men were acquitted? former Premiers Papanastasiou and Cfcrfan aris, General Milonas and M. Laiq bras, a businessman. _ ? : >? o Redlngotes, always flattering to ma ture figures, are among the most pop ular styles for spring. Hiose with printed short-sleeved dresses .and long sleeved coats in monotone arc espec ' ially attractive. * Words Of Appreciation From Mr. Frazier Mr. J. W. Noell, Editor: Dear Sir: When I hinted to you some time ago about making THE COURIER a semi weekly I did not know that "such a good thing would happen so quickly, but when it comes to progress I can always rely on THE COURIER. The Question Box by Rev. J. Furman Her bert is another one of the many im proved feature; in fact I do jjot think there is another weekly or semi-weekr ly which will measure up with THE COURIER. I feel that we have been getting our money's worth, and then some, in the past, but with it a semi weekly I think we readers will be get ing a real paper bargain sure enough. Respectfully, Obediah Frazier o Thousands Unite In Great Tribute To British Ruler King George And Queen Mary Acknowledge Plaudits Of Huge Assemblage Communists Make Futile Efforts To Snarl Plans Foi' Celebration Of 25th Year of King George's Reign; Throng of 50,000 Maintains Palace Vigil London, May 5th ? A tumultuous roar "God Save The King," burst from the throats of 50,000 jubilee-rejoicing Brit ish subjects tonight and welled over London as King George and Queen Mary appeared on a balcony of Buck ingham Palace. Rewarding the patience of the throngs which crowded about the palace from dawn to dusk, charging through police lines once to witness the colorful spec tacle of the changing of the guards, their Majesties came forth for 90 sec onds. . . The roar of acclamation roae iiigh er than the shouts of Communists who marched on Hyde Park earlier in the day chanting: "The jubilee celebration is war pre paration." Attempting to disrupt a meeting of 330,000 Laborites in Hyde Park, called to demonstrate the soldarity of the working classes, the Communists mix ed in with the workers and sought to drown out their speakers. The Red contingents injected fresh chaos into traffic conditions, already virtually paralyzed, and 700 bobbies, mounted and on foot, were required to marshall the demonstrators to the park. The Communists bellowed the "In ternationale" lustily, and flaunted ban ners bearing the slogans: "We want bread, not jubilees." "Fifty thousand pounds for King George and 17 shillings for George King." Irked by the agitators, Herbert Mor rison, one of the Socialist speakers and so-called "Prime Minister of London," retorted to their shouts and jeers: "The Communists are supposed to support us today, but they never can keep their word and their wonderful leaders cannot keep -them in order." The crowd at Buckingham Palace, in a gayer mood, swept the mounties before them in their wild charge to view the afternoon changing of the guards. V WALLACE CERTAIN OF SUCCESS ON THE VOTE OF WHEAT CONTROL Washington, May 2? Confronted with a weather report of intensified drought condition in the southwest, the farm adjustment administration yesterday prepared to stake much of its future existence on results of the May 25th wheat referendum. A short wheat crop, which experts estimate will only fill domestic re quirements at best next year, already was in sight because of drought in the winter wheat area, centering in Kan sas?largest , producer of the bread grain. Caswell - Person \ Union Meets At Prospect Church James Aldridge, President, Pre sides Over Group; 226 Are Present The Caswell-Person Young people's Union met at Prospect Church in Cas well County Friday afternoon at 6:30 P. M. for the second of its monthly sessions. All present brought picnic baskets which were spread on tables under beautiful trees which adorn the gtounds of this lovely and modern country church. There was plenty for everyone and full justice was given the supper. After the meal the group adjourned to the church for the remaining min utes of the session. Mrs. Forrest Hed din of Durham led the devotional, us ing as her theme the timely subject of Mother's Day. Intermixed with the reading of the Scripture and the words she had to say were the verses of a song sung by the congregation. President Jim Aldridge, whose church was the host, took charge of the meet ing and called for the attendance record. Long Memorial Young people won the Attendance Banner, presented to that church having the most pres ent. Prospect Church led with seventy two, but as they were entertaining, they could not compete for the at tendance banner under the by-laws. Long Memorial was represented with twenty-two. Rev. Forrest Heddin, acting Director of Young Peoples work in the North Carolina Conference, led an open for um discussion of the purpose of a union. miss Keoa cousins or uurnam, con ference Treasurer, aadressed the group briefly on the Louisburg Assembly, as did Rev. Lacy Burns of the Milton Cir cuit. Rev. Furman Herbert, adult councillor, led the discussion. Rfev. Shannon Holliday, a student in the Duke School of Religion, and from the South Georgia Conference, presided at the piano, giving very beautiful accompaniment to the songs. The meeting adjourned to meet on June 7 with Brooksdale Church . o ? " < ? ? Fire Destroys Valuable Barn Thursday Night First Discovered About Mid Night; Origin Unknown Mr. w. R. Wilkerson lost a valuable barn by Are .Thursday night. Mr. Lindsay Oliver, who lived on the farm of Mr. Wilkersrtm's where the barn was located, walked out on his porch some time between eleven and twelve o'clock Thursday night and noticed the reflection from the fire oh some other buildings. At first he mistook the light to be that of an automobile but soon realized his mistake and went to In vestigate. Arriving in sight of the burn ing building he saw that the entire top floor of the barn, which housed feed as well as animals, was afire. Summoning aid he and others got there in time to get the animals In the stable to a place of safety but every thing else which included stock feed enough for Ave animals and a corn mill was totally destroyed as was the building, it being burned to the ground. The loss Is partially covered by In surance. The barn was built several years ago at an estimated cost of eighteen thous and dollars and was a model of what the modern barn should be. o BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HOLD REGULAR SESSION The County Board of Commissioners met yesterday in regular session in the Register of Deeds office. Only mat ters of routine occupied theit atten tion. ? o ? WEEK END FISHING , V * ? w Messrs C. H. Hunter, H. L. Oooley, Henry Winstead, Fountain Mills, and Jule Woody spent the week-end at Cherry Point, N. C. fishing. f Elected President Mr. Gordon C. Hunter who was elect ed as president of the Chamber of Commerce by the Board of Directors. Mr. Hunter is a capable and efficient business man and it is generally felt that the board's selection was a good one. . Revival At Baptist Church Came To A Close Sunday Night Great Interest Manifested Throughout The Meeting; 68 Conversions The revival, which had been in prog ress at the First Baptist Church of Roxboro, came to a close with the Sun day night service. While the services lasted fifteen days, the interest did not lag during the entire time, large congregations greeting Pastor West at every service. Many times the house was taxed to accommodate the crowd. While Mr. West has been pastor of this church for more than ten years it is only just and true to say that never has he done more effectual preaching than at this series of sermon^. At the very first service he announced that his theme would be, "For I am de termined not to know anything among you, save Jesus Christ, and him cru cified." And really, this was his sub ject for every sermon. The meeting was a great success, there being 68 who made professions, with scores ask ing for prayers. The song leader, Mr. Roger L. Hick man, did most acceptable work, his solos being greatly enjoyed. He is a leader of ability and made many friends during his stay here. Miss Cora Lee Cannon, of Durham, was present and did a wonderful work in her per sonal work. Mrs. Wallace Woods, at the organ, and Miss Lorena Wade, at the piano, did much to make the music a feature of the services. n Auction Sale 01 Town Lots And 3 Farms Sale Will Be Held On Saturday, May 11th, Beginning at 10 O'clock Your attention is called to an ad vertisement elsewhere pert^ning to the sale of some valuable town lots, and others near town, and three farms a few miles out. Now is -undoubtedly the time to buy this class of property, as it is selling below value and is sure to increase ere long. If you want a home in Roxboro you will find here an opportunity to buy a nice and comfortable home, situated in one of the very best residential sec tions, and you buy it at your own price. There are quite a number of town lots in this sale, and when you remem ber there is not a vacant home in Rox boro you will see that town lots are going to be in demand soon. Read the advertisement and attend the sale. o ? See "Your Uncle Dudley" at the Rox boro High School auditorium Friday night, May 10th at 8:00 P. M. Come And Enjoy the Show By The High School. ? ? > ? ^ . The Legislature Two Bills Pertaining To Roxboro Are Introduced * The indications at this writing are that the Legislature will adjourn about Thursday or Friday morning. The cal endar of both branches are pretty well cleared, or In such condition that it will take only little consideration for them. It is possible that Mr. John Sprunt Hill may make an effort to re vive the liquor question. To do this will Kquire a two-thirds vote. Two bills have been introduced per taining to Roxboro, as follows: On April 30th H. B. 1312, "To authorize the Board of Commissioners of Roxboro to accept certain securities of said mun icipality in payment of street assess ments and delinquent taxes." The bill would authorize the acceptance of any securities designated by the Commiss ioners in payment of 1933 and prior taxes, and acceptance in payment of assessments the bonds which the as sessments were levied to pay. In such case, acceptance would be on the terms prescribed by the Commissioners, and any resolution of the Commissioners would be subject to repeal by conflict ing provisions in a subsequent refund ing plan. Such resolution of the Com missioners could be modified or re pealed by resolution at any time. ' On May 4th House Bill 1380, "To al low the Board of Commissioners of Person County to remit penalties -on certain tax sales certificates and to al low an extension of time for the in stitution of foreclosure actions on such tax sales certificates" was introduced and placed on the Calendar. The bill would allow the institution of suits on certificates for 1927-31 at any time be fore Sept. 1, 1935, and allows Commis sioners to accept' for such certificates, prior to institution of suit, the face amount of the taxes less interest and penalties. After the suit is begun, all penalties and costs must be paid. o Gordon (. Hunler Elected President Of Chamber Commerce Made Wise Decision, As Mr. Hunter Will Put Pep In The Organization At a meeting of the directors of the Chamber of Commerce held Friday afternoon in the office of Mr. J. A. Long, Mr. Gordon C. Hunter was un animously elected president. Mr. Hun ter was called and he appeared before the directors, and protested the action of the directors and declined. After much persuasion on the part of each director present he finally consented to act. The directors feel very happy over the decision, for they believe Mr. Hunter is the man who will make the Chamber of Commerce a success. Applications for the position of sec retary were considered but no action taken. The matter was placed in the hands of the president and after fur ther consideration he will call the committee together and a secretary will be named. The Chamber of Commerce starts off with bright prospects and it is hoped the organization will be completed very soon. WEEKEND AT MOREHEAD Mr. Gordon Hunter and Dr. G. W. Gentry spent the week-end at More head, fishing. Dr. Gentry carried off the honors of the day when he hooked a fine seven pound blue fish. o MR. MICHIE PROMOTED Mr. Martin Michle, who has been connected with the Somerset Mills for the past several years, has been pro moted to superintendent. This & a de served promotion, as Mr. Michle has served faithfully and well since his connection with the mill. CARD OF THANKS We wish to take this method to thank each ahd every one th^k were so kind during the illness and death of our husband and father. May God's richest blessings be with you all. Signed, Mrs. N. R. Clayton and Family Joint Civic Club Meeting Held At Community House Rotary And Kiwanis Clubs Met In Joint Session Thursday Night; Excellent Program Presented Annually the Rotarians and Kiwan Ians meet in a joint session. The sec ond of such yearly meets was held in the Community House on Ro tary night of last week. Actually it was the third time that the two clubs had met in joint session, but ' one of these was in the interest of a co-oper ative effort, namely the organization of a Chamber of Commerce for Rox boro and Person County, in which meeting many of the merchants not members of either club participated. Dr. jack "Hughes, president of the Rotary Club, and Rev. Furman Her bert, president of the Kiwanis group, made announcements pertinent to the affairs of their respective clubs. Vis itors present were recognized and wel comed. "Hiey were: Senator Julian Alls brook of Halifax County, N. C.; Mr. Thurman femith of Raleigh ; Mr' B. G. Crumpton of Person County. The program was turned over to the chairman of the joint program com mittee, Dr. Bedford Love, Rev. Thomas Hamilton, accompanied by Mrs. Wal lace Woods at the piano, played one selection on his violin. Mr. H. K. Strang was introduced to speak briefly on "I Was A Stranger and Ye Took Me In". Mr. Strang went on to say that civic club life expressed the feeling of fellowship that had been extended him and others, who like him, had moved into this vicinity from other places. Rev. Thomas Hamilton was asked to address the group on "A Mail With out A Home." R?v. Hamilton said that, perhaps, the life of a civic club ex pressed more to him and to others, who like himself, lived and boarded with other people than it did to tho6e who were used to going to their own family circle every night. The program chairman introduced the next speaker as the South Main Street match for forensic Academy Row, a capable business man, and a lion with the ladies, Gene Thompson, whose subject was "Should Programs Be Made Up Of Individual Members Of A Club." Gene discussed for a few minutes the purpose of a civic club and from that point developed his dis cussion into the real worth of such a club in bringing out latent powers in each and every member. The last speaker, Mr. Robert Burns, spoke for a few minutes on "Is A Community Benefitted By A Civic Club." Mr. Burns said, in beginning, that he wished to get away from the stereotyped speech that one was ac customed to hear on such a subject. He spoke on the exploitation of child hood, pointing out that we had pro gressed a long way from the time of Charles Dickens, when children were allowed to sweat and slave for little recompense, and tJhat such progress had been made possible through such community effort as expressed in a civic club. Mr. Reg. Harris was called on for a few impromptu remarks. He said: The only thing that I have to say is that the Senate killed the liquor bill today." The guests were invited to make a few remarks and Senator Allsbrook said a few words. Mr. J. W. Noell put a proposition of the Woman's Club to buy screen ing to screen in the porch for sum mer serving. Seventy-five dollars was needed. Baxter Mangum reported that the net proceeds from the donkey base ball game of the night before was $12.88, which was voted to this fund. o MOTHER'S DAY Flowers for the best girl in the world. Mother. Mother's Day Is not a day of lavish giving, but rather a day of sentiment, a day set apart for Mother Love Appreciation! Flowers are the on ly gift that exactly express the senti ment of the day, and one thing that mother understands. Orders must be in this week to be sure of delivery. ROX0ORO FLOWER SHOP o BROOKLAND ANNOUNCES PREACHING SUN. MAY 42 Dr. J. H. Shore will preach Sunday morning. May 12th, at Trinity, and at Broofcland at 3 p. m. Be sure to come out and hear -this splendid preacher.
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