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TODAY'S BIBLE VERSE TODAY'S QUOTATION iSaStS Editorial Page of the Mountaineer ?~-1 ^?? mutUr?II Samuel M:ll. U J ,# % 't L, ? ^ ?'?*?. ? - - The Land Of Scenic Beauty, And Outdoor Dramas While we are not an authority on the mat ter, it appears to ns that the "market" ia becoming glutted with outdoor dramas. The sueceas of one or two of the outdoor dramas seems to have stimulated unusual in terest among civic groups in many places to the point of saying "let's stage an outdoor drama/' Too often the venture has been a financial drain on the hackers, as the expensive proj ects went deeper and deeper into the red. "Unto These Hills," at Cherokee, is one of th^ Very few which has consistently been i> financial success, and that is attributed to several factors. First of all, the natural set ing, and the Indians, right in the heart of a vacatiunland area that has the Visitors with the tifno to see such an event. Other outdoor dramas in this state have had some success, but none to the degree of "Unto These Hills." Onadr two in Florida have met with finan cial troubles, as well as others in the north and midwest. This summer "Chucky Jack" is slated to open at Gatlinburg, a drama based on the career of John Sevier, an interesting and ex citing character. The author, Hermit Hunt er, also wrote "Unto These Hills". It would appear, as an off-hand opinion, that the two dramas so close together would afford each other keen competition. Not too many years ago, we had a similar situation here in Western North Carolina, when "Thunderland" was staged between Asheville and Hendersonville. The project folded due to finances. And since Gatlinburg provides a large per centage of patronage for "Unto These Hills," we afe just wondering about this year ? so are many other folks. Tennesseeans have had a knack all these yearsjof staging events, and attracting tour ists, and we certainly put them uf> as past masters in the art of promoting and getting the traveling public to spend money with them^ The two dramas, being nearby, might work, towards making this area known as the l?nd of scenic beauty, southern hospital ity, and outdoor dramas. Let us hope that will 1* ultimate and no other. If it works in that manner, then the prosperity of this area will I* fiicreased. FalhiVe'fo' attain this will bring about a picture which we even hate to let enter our minds. Wisdom From Near Flat Rock Carl Sandberg has had a birthday, his 78th, at the home in Flat Rock where he keeps the goats and the guitar and where he will "sit and look out at the Great Smok ies and work once in a while." And a report* er went to him and asked what keeps a man .happy who thinks sometimes "that I have lived past njy years." The answer came as from one who has learned in a long life that some values are real and some are false in this world, and the real ones are generally the simple ones. "To be out of jail," said Sandburg. "To eat and sleep regularly . . , To have a little love in the home and a little affection and esteem outside ..." These-are values easy to overlook in youth" and easy to recognize in age. And they are no more the property of poet*, and novelties than of clerk and insurance men. There is a lot of wisdom in this fellow at Flat K6ck who seems sometimes as ageless as those mountains he likes to' watch. We hope he'll stick around for a good long while. ?Charlotte Observer. . -. / ?? TOO MUCH BABY SITTING We know a grandmother who saya it's ok with her if people want to develop a race that lives to -be 160 years old. but doggone if she?8 going to baby sit with two more generations.?Augusta, Kan., Gazette. liHEMOUNTAINEER ? Wnwtrfflr. North Carolina Main fetreet Dial GL 6-6901 The Coast* (teat of iimrood CaaM* t i? The WAYNBSVILLB MOUNTAINEER, He. W CURTIS RUSS Editor W Curtis Rtis* and Marlon T. Bridges. PeMtatWrs PUBLISHED EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY BY MAIL IM HAYWOOD COUNTT One Year - ....... _. $*.50 Six month* * 100 BY MAIL IN NORTH CAROLINA One Year > U) Six mariths ...? _ IM OUTSIDE NORTH CAROLINA One Year ... ^ $.09 Six montha ...^?11, -i .iM ? 300 LOCAL CA&IER DELIVERY Per iihlHt ... ?....... .66$ Office-Mid for carrier delivery ...._ 4.80 SnWred at the peal office at WiyneevtDe. N. C.. *a Second Clew Mall Matter, aa provided under the Act at March a. law. Woremaer at. fiw. Thyfsdar Afternoon. February 2, 1654 I Turkish Tobacco, Berries And Sheep~Mean New Farm Program It appears that our africultural leaders have come up with a plan for Haywood farmers which will prove to be the solution to the present farm economic situation. The recommendation for putting more sheep on the pastures, growing more berries, such as raspberriea, strawberries, and blue berries, together with Turkish tobacco seems to be an ideal and practical solution. All of these recommendations are suitable for small acreage, as well as the larger farms. The initial investment is small, which is another distinct advantage of the program. With the reduction of burley acreage, and the slump in cattle prices, it is evident that a new program must be put into force for farmers to supplement their incomes lost ritla trt f ko Kl1p)mr./>attlo Iami nvinn u2lnnf!/.n muv w viiv >/ui ivj -vnviic ivtt fji 11 t <riiuovivu. Turkish tobacco holds a bright future for farmers in this area. First of all, there is no allotment on the crop. There is not a sur plus on the world markets, and most of it now comes from abroad. Turkish tobacco grows on the poorest of land. The poorer the land the better the crop. Only a little fertilizer is needed, and culti vation is held to a minimum. The harvesting seems to be most important, in that the crop must be harvested when it is ripe. There comes an element of curing, which at times requires heat on damp days, but otherwise the warm air of August is sufficient. The harvesting is done in August and early September, and is out of the way be fore other crops mature. The leaves are small, and naturally harder to handle than the larger burley leaf. The stringing is an ideal job for children, which means a reduc tion in labor costs. Specialists tell us that from $700 to $1,300 can be made from an acre of Turkish tobac co. We had that demonstrated here last year when A. L. Freedlander successfully grew some of that type tobaoco on his Aliens Creek farm. ? The marketing is simplified, which is an other factor in the economy picture of Turk ish cultivation. More and more interest is being manifest ed fn tlfe growing of TftrkMh tbbhcdrf, ahd*s already some 10 or more farmers have signi fied their Intention of adding that crop to their farm program. The proposals of adding berry patches to Haywood farms also has unusual merit, in that the berries now consumed in this area are shipped from elsewhere. The berry crop would come in at that time of year when farmers would have the time to devote to their harvest, without having to employ ad ditional labor. And with the arrival of the frozen food industry, the importance of berry crops have become more profitable in the last few years, since there is no such thing as a glutted market. We are among that group of people that feel that farmers are going to be forced to make some changes in their programs, and those that start programs that will supple ment their incomes now will be the ones that ?will face a brighter today and many more happier tomorrows. Deadly Dangers Are All Around Us The story which recently horrified read en of newspapers in this section, about a young boy who accidentally jshot another youngster in the stomach wifli a shotgun, should bring an important lesaon to all of us as the hunting season is under way in North Carolina The lesson is this: You can't be too care ful with a firearm. Despite their youth, these two boys in their middle teens were apparently fairly familiar with hunting safety. Both had been hunting, and had no mishap during the time they were actually shooting. But, like an experienced automobile driv er sometimes does, one of them got careless as they were returning home. Somehow a shell was in the chamber. Somehow the trig ger was tripped. Normally, the gun would not be loaded after the hunt, and normally the trigger Would not have been tripped. So it was an unfortunate case of double carelessness that caused this tragic accident It can happen to you. It can happen in the woods when you are hunting. It can hap pen on the highway when you are driving. It can happen in the kitchen when you piek up a kettle of boiling water, or anywhere in the house when you disconnect a lamp or soma other electrical device.' Be careful, wherever you art. ?Forest City Courier. HORNS OF A DILEMMA YErw w > T Letters to the Editor FLAG HISTORY Editor The Mountaineer: Sinee 1 am National Flag Chair man of Southern and Southwest ern States for The Daughters of the American Colonists I am aware of the interest all patri otic societies have- in teaching the Flag code in the public schools and communities, to stim ulate respect and love for the flag that represents everything America is working, striving, and praying for, I thought you would ? be interested in- this bit ef flag history. You will see it touches Ave periods of American History, Sincerely, Mrs. R. N. Barber. Sr. Waynesville. N. C. Extracts from an address made at the 28th annual celebration of the birthday of General Robert E. Lee by the New York Camp of Confederate Veterans, May 1918. A part of the exercises was the presentation of a handsor^e Uni ted States flag, the gift of Mrs. James Parker of New York to the Camp. "On June 14th, 1777 Congress passed a resolution that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white, that the Union be 13 stars white In a blue field, representing a new constellation." "We know that Washington's Coat of Arms was composed of itars and stripes. A British offi cer in 1780 stated that the flag of the United States was taken from the coat of arms of Wash ington." In the same vear Cnnar?o? formulated the first Constitution of the United States which was ratified by the 13 States and call ed. the "Articles of Confedera tion and Perpetual Union". The above Constitution pro rated expenses of the government between the States and called on them for their portion. Rhode Isl and refused to consent as she was unable to pay. and was de pendent mostly upon her vessels for existence. ' Rhode Island was said to have broken the contract. This caused eleven States to secede from the Union including Virginia, leaving only Rhode Island and North Car olina in the old Union. The eleven States on March 4th aet up a government under a new Constitution, but when the States eame together again the "Flag of the Union" became the National Sag Virginia in ratifying the new Constitution reserved her right to secede from it by declaring that 'The power granted under the Constitution, being derived by the people of the United States may be resumed by them whenever tlie same shall be perverted to their injury or oppression." New York in ratifying said. "The powers of government may be resumed by the people when ever it shall become necessary to their happiness." Thus the right of secession was ?nderstood both North and South In 1M0 fourteen Northern and Northwestern States had placed apon their statute books that they Would not carry out Article IV Sec 2iS! of the Constitution of the United States. Some ft the Southern States being tired of wrangling with other states and the Supreme Court over this con tention. Virginia called a Con vention to which all of the States were asked to send delegates to see what could be done. A delegate from Ohio declared in the Convention that "The Northern States in Congress would not comply with the Con sitution. and the Convention ad journed." April 17, 1861 Virginia in State Convention then passed an ordin ance to be submitted to the peo ple The territory was being in vaded by Northern troops. The people ratified the ordin ance of secession, and thus a sec ond time withdrew from under the flag. "She felt as Belgium did. If she had a right to withdraw the first time she had a right to withdraw the second time. Indeed her right Was clear for she had reserved It as we have seen." It was recalled that in the War -of 1812 when the American flag floated over Tort McHenry that it was a Southern man who made It known over the world a* "Tite Star Spangled Banner". In previous years Mrs. Rurker of New York had given the Camp a Confederate Battle flag. She is now presenting a United States flag.the speaker added. "May both flags wave over your devot ed heads in equal honor for years to come." Voice of the People "What type of housework do you Uke the most, and what type do you Mke the least?" (Con tinued). Mrs. Ben Phillips?"I like the decorating and prettying up, but I don't like the hard work." , Martha Aun James?"I like to cook, but not iron." Mrs. J. B. Dicus?"I like cook ing very much, but I dislike mop ping and scrubbing." Looking Back Over The Years 29 years ago Charles Osborne is valedictori an and Winifred Rigdon is salu tatorian of the senior class of Bethel High School. R. N. Barber, returning from a trip through several Southern states, reports business men are more optimistic. Dr S. P. Gay and Dr. R IT. Stretcher discuss need for mod ern hotel here, at a meeting of the Rotary Club. 10 years ago Jack Messer is discharged from the Navy and resumes work a; superintendent of education. Twenty thousand garments are collected during second Victory Clothing Drive. Mrs. Groy^r Davis talks by phone to Iterheifcew in Europe. Sgt. Billy L. Greene of Lake Junaluska is discharged at Fort Bragg. j j Miss Ida Lou Gibson, freshman at MontreaLC<41e?e. spends week end with hW parents. Mr. and Mrs Robw^^a Gibson, Sr. 5 YEARS AGO William Osborne of Clyde is named president of the Haywood County Demonstration farmers. ?4 Miss Thelfrtlf Ann Jones, bride elect, is honored' at parties given by Mrs. Jonathan Woody and Mrs T C. Norrls Mrs. Boyd Owen entertains at a luncheon honoring Mrs. H. L. Boyd, Jr., of Atlanta. Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Kimball and their children. Jan and Dickie, go to Bradenton. Fla.. for a visit. 5COTTS 5CRAP BOOK SCviAps1-, M sm&.'P |Jnp LIHK * -*l I ll? ' CA**tt?- L? iitXww^^ www <**?* ? HoK?m. I^>|| By R. J. SCOTT MlN DANCtR^ ?J^Haw wv^ouJr ^xM^1 NAVY PlLOfS?i ^ #V Cfct5ii"ir> wrt?( iKvw/irw ' v ^ jfioU**. ? ...???*?* : SP?" Rambling 'Round By Frances Gilbert Frazier .. > __ Well, this is his day again that little animal who is supposed to hold the secret of the next six weeks of weather prognostication. The legend goes that If he peeps out of his burrow and sees over hanging clouds, he boldly steps forth to view the landscape. And evidently liking the surrounding bleakness, he closes his winter hideaway and saunters forth in search of excitement. But should the sun also peep out, the little fellow scoots back Just ahead of his shadow, slams the door of his dugout, pulls down the Venetian blinds and bits the hay. It's hard to say just where the idea originated that the ground hog was a one-day forecaster but the legend has lived through the ages and shows little sign of being relegated to the ignomy of super stition. SMMiinn ll'i hard to decide which is right or wronr. But ywu mm hear about it if you're wrong. Have you noticed that in the past few weeks we have had a slight epidemic among the high brackets, of articles and letters be ing written, signed and delivered without benefit of being read (?) before they are sent on their merry way? And their delivery to the public consciousness has caused a series of embarrassments and apologies. It does seem a bit out of keeping that reading matter which can be so easily thrown on either side of the fence in an election year, should be sent out for the perusal of millions without being given, at least, one look-see before leavng the parental desk. At this stage of the game, every word given to the public is twisted, contorted, tortured and smothered in implications according tp the political impetus and foreign interpretations. Foar weeks from today, the calendar flips to March. For ward. March! Up and down'the Avenuegpf Tomorrow: , The ground being prepared'in front of the Towne House for the famous ageratum decorations: the lonesome look of the Gordon ( Hotel and Wayside Lodge disappearing in neon signs: the ivy cov ered wall at the Le Faine Hotel glistening in the glory of glossy friendliness: the view from the top of Depot street as reflected in 1 Bumette's windows lifting the jaded spirits of winter: the open; glass doors of Dan's and the Eagle store like engraved invitations: the "jars of flowers in front of Campbell's Shop and Stovalfs: tiny patches of grass that have managed to force themselves through ? broken pavement: dandelions pushing up their little yellow umbrel las on the courthouse lawn: shop windows suddenly bursting into song of spring: that quickening feeling that hurries the heart-beat into a race as the first warm days slip into town. -I- * -j Procrastination is the nom de plume for laziness. Highland Flings By Bob Conway Much has been said?and right ly so?about the beauty of our Western North Carolina moun tains in the spring, the summer, and especially in the fall during the coior season. However, you rarely ever hear anything said about winter?im plying that there's not much to see in these parts from Novem ber through March. During much of the cold-weath er season, the highland peaks do look somewhat drab and barren, but when blanketed either by frost (rime) or snow, the moun tains take on a fairyland appear ance that defies description. We won't go so far as to say that our tall timber ia prettier clad in white than it is in bright hues of red and gol(J. but it is ex tremely pleasing and warrants far more mention than it has been given in the past. Of course. Western North Caro lina is primarily a summer resort area and it's not likely that we can ever supplant either Sun Valley or Lake Placid as a ski and ice skating playground. We don't have enough snow or enough tourists, but we do have the natural beauty-of a winter wonderland. Since summer visitor's get to see with their own eyes what the mountains look like when the mercury is at the upper end of the thermometer, they'd probably enjoy seeing pictures of WNC in the winter time. As for natives of this area who have not taken a' walk through the woods when rime or snow is on the foliage, we can promise. you a memorable experience. However, if you venture forth,. you do so at your own risk. We are not responsible for skidding cars, kids with snowballs, froien feet, or pneumonia. o In an Associated Press dispatch the other dav on the sports page of on Ashevtlle newspaper, the Clearwater (Ha.) Bombers were referred to as "world-renounced". That's what .came from the original term "world-renowned". The same pap<y also labeled Flat Rock "Fat Rock". ??# Sign painters in town are also having their troubles with the English language. In two signs at Main St. business establishments, the word "moved" came out as "mooved" in several instances. While on the subject of gram matical goofs, ye might mention that Barbara -Ketner. reserve on the Waynesville High girls' bas ketball team, has received rough treatment this season in game lineups. > One time she was listed as "Kutner." but the worst was last week when her name cafne out as "Catmer". , ACROSS t. Bird's stomach S. Whits , matter of spinal cord 0. Long-eared rodsnt 10. Farm building 11. Spies 13. Swine 15. Overhead 10. Smell 18. Born 18. Enemy stout Si. Small sparkling - object 13. Rip 33. Crash lsttei 38. Bar shell 38. Garden tool 32. Turf KAhrayi S3. KMX piss 38. Awing OA Wins sup 41. Tardy 43. Part of "Is bs" 44. Dips lightly Into watsr *4 Search for wwisisas 48. Upmaf 60 Desire SI. ttvar <It> S3, the Orient DOWN 1. Sprues 2 ifasiMM latloa 4 Obnoxious CROSSWORD * Jewish 28 Polynesian Ltl|| b)|Bi lv|E R H month drink li V* Is ?51a. r endvpfl 6. Fold over JO. Joyful skMsIa _?l? 0 jrl 7 Fetch satis- isiu*|C|ki5MT|i isi>j S. Celestial faction HE?]2lgM&IlJ|jpH beinf 31. Rub I I J wSX^MtJTl ii. zest out LI AMrLLrefifliiM 13. Thick 13. Unable |Afcff^|?lilflAl<:lgl cord to hear IpIeIoIwIsWW' InIaIlI 14. Observe 35. Mat ?Plots ^?glOlEK'M 17. Rodents 36. Beetle 20 Sweet 37 Nocturnal Answee potato mammal 22. Back of (C. Am. > 45 Male the neck 38. American descendant 24. Pause authoress 47 Beast 87. Render 42. Assam of burden muddy silkworm 48 Toward ??3' I* I* I* Y/A* I* I7 1^ Ws ' ft BJ. i ii a yy Tj ~ ft #mn ii w mrs a" ^ ?r ? *r nr^ar *T . W?%"r?1 w\ \W\ I El
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