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E\kln—The Best Little Town In North farolinu VOL. No. XIX, No. 52 WALTONIANS AND KIWANIANS MEET AT HOTEL ELKIN Brief Kiwanis Program, Time Given Over To Waitonians HEAR RESOLUTIONS The regular weekly meeting of the JCiwanis club was held at Hotel Elklu last Friday evening, with a "conservative" number present. The meeting was opened by the president, who singled out Dr. R. Jl. Harrell, to lead in the Bong W'America." In the absence of Mrs. J. 'H. Beeson, Miss Norma Church was at the piano and played during the musical numbers. When the invocation was said by Rev. L. B. Abernethy, the members with their visiting Waltonians were seated to be confronted by a tempt ing chicken dinner. Judging from the empty plates, the attendents evidently voiced the old expression (even though used in an advertise ment) "Good to the last fcite." When the dinner course had been finished, two songs were sung by the clubs, the latter being "Ham and Eggs," which of course would not he so interesting after the hearty Indulgence of the chicken and accessories that still held . its memory through "taste." After the songs, the Kiwanians closed their part, of the program and turned the meeting over to the Izaak Walton League, which was presided over by Mr. Guy C. Wallace, who is in charge of the State Fish Hatchery at Roaring Gap. Mr. Wallace presented to the body a lengthy resolution, in which many Huggestions and changes In the pres ent game laws were to be threshed out. The resolution was sent out by the State officials and a copy was gftirnished to each Izaak Walton •ieague for consideration with the purpose in view of having the game laws made to meet the demands of the people of the State, in the mean time kepelng an eye on preservation. The resolutions were read para graph by paragraph and adopted or revised as they were road, a copy of which will appear in The Tribune either this week or next. The League favors the separation (Continued on page 8, first section) 4> OFFICER CHASES NIGHT RAMBLERS One Found With Pint Mottle ami the Other With B-Oallon Can; Chaw Ensues. Night policeman Crawford Hurt, who is substituting for Mr. W. C. Lewis while he is recuperating from wounds received recently when he was run ovor by a truck on Main street, had something to break the quietness of hl B nightly patrol on early Tuesday morning. "Smelllpg a mouse," officer Hurt located Earl lngool on the edge of the Elkin joreek, secreted in a cluster of honey suckles. When approached, lngool %as found to he drinking rather heavily and for a time stated that he was BO unnerved that he didn't know his name. However, he later divulged it, and told what he kn§w was going on. At the time of hie arrest, lngool is said to have had about three-fourths of a pint In his possession. While enorute to the city bastile the officer heard a noise and dis covered a man walking down the railroad tracks in the direction of the depot. Officer Hurt flashed his powerful light and to his surprise discovered that a man was ap proaching with what turned out to be a five-gallon ca n of whiskey. Chase was given, and the pursued, whose name was William Whltaker, ran around behind the stores on the south sidp of Main Btreet, where he was overtaken and arrested. Upon arrival at the lock-up, Whltaker took advantage of the of ficer who was securing the keys from his pocket, and ran for the second time. Policeman Hurt had assistance, and left litgool in his charge while chase number two was being given due consideration. The officer stated that much if not all the bottom land along the river was covered, but being swift on foot the officer captured Whltaker and returned him to the town's emer gency "boarding house." nf Unable to make bond, both men 1 aire being held. lngool claims to have no interest in the seized whie (Continued on'page 8, first section). TIHE ELKIN TRIBUNE YADKIN MAN AND WIFE ARE FIRED UPON BY PARTY Shores Is Recognized As One Of Those In Car SHOOT NEAR FEET Mr. and Mm. Jim Adams, of the Kail Creek community, had a nar row escape und thrilling experience last Saturday night as a result of pistol bullets which stirred the dust near the feet of the couple as they stood in the front yard of their home. Mr. Adams can assign no reason for the action of the party, which consisted of three men* one of whom Mr. Adams says he recognized as Blum Shores. It seems that the trio were out for u merry time, roaming the roads at leisure, and it so happened that the party stopped near the home of Mr. Adams and soon afterward shots were heard, whereupon an investigation was made and the trio was located. As an explanation of their presence there, one of the men stated that they were hunting for some lost cartridges. At the invitation of Mr. Adams, who requested them to leave, it is said that some hot lan guage was exchanged, and Mr. Ad ams returned to his home anfl he and his wife waited in the yard to see if they would comply with his demands. Shortly afterw\rd the small car containing the three men was seen to approach the home of the cou ple, and four shots were fired into the dust near them. If the shots were intended to do bodily injury, then Mr. and Mrs. Adams had a close call, and to say the least it was dangerous "playing." The would-be victim, if such was the case, hurried into his honie and se cured ft «h*otgun.t ? prm returning to get a view rifc the party he fired twice, but tHe was then too great for an accurate shot, and no apparent damage was done other than perhaps an Incentive to in crease the speed of the get-away car. „ It is said thut Shores was seen in Klkin earlier in the day, and at that time was in company with two Pardue boys, one of whom, Pardue, accompanied Shores to a local barber shop. It is not known whether any of the party had been indulging in joy-water at the time of their visit to Elkin .or later when the attack was made upon Mr. and Mrs. Adams. It will be recalled by .readers that Shores was the driver of the car which attempted to run down night policeman \V, C. Lewis here some time ago. and at which time the officer fired in an attempt to halt the car, but unsuccessfully. He was later apprehended and fined in Recorder's Court for the offense. SELECTS SURGEON FOR NEW HOSPITAL I>r. Vernon C. Lassiter Chosen As Superintendent and Surgeon Of lioral Institution Much speculation has been going the rounds as to who would be se lected to head the new Hugh Chat ham Memorial Hospital in the capa city of superintendent and chief sur geon. and the announcement of the selection will be read with interest by our citizens. Dr. Vernon C. Lassiter, of Wins ton-Salem, has been chosen to fill the office, and wjll arrive In thiß city in ample time to take up the work when the hospital building is com pleted. «. Dr. Laßsiter in a graduate of Emory University, Atlanta, Ga., hav ing finished the course there in 19 25. He served as physician in the Old Soldier's Home Hospital of Atlanta during his third 'year of medicine, as junior Interne At Grady Hospital during his seniof year, and as senior interne at the same hos pital for the period of 1925-26. The newly chosen bead of the local hospital was a resident physi cian and surgeon, and director of clinics, of City Memorial Hospital. Winston-Salem, from 1926 to 1929, and has done surgical practice in that city since last year. Dr. is a member of the Forsyth county, North Carolina State and American Medical So cieties. also «>. member of the City Memorial and North Carolina Bap (Continued on page 8, first section) KLKIN, N. C., THURSDAY, OtTOBKR «0, 1080 Attempt To Dynamite Home of Colored Man FAMILY UNHARMED Iron Bed Wrecked In Explosion In Early Morning Hours HOLE IN FLOOR While there is nothing definitely known which would give a clue as to the reason for attempting to dynamite the home of Will Hunt, colored, who lives near Ronda, in all probability the motive of the woHld-be assassins and dynamiters was vengeance upon the negro. At about 1 o'clock Sunday morn ing a terrific explosion was heard by the Hunt family, who were sleep ing in another room from that which was picked as the target of the dynamite or whatever was used. Upon investigation by the family, It was found that a hole large enough to let a full-size bed go through had been blasted by the expfoslon, and the bed, which was of metal, was wrecked, being bent, warped and otherwise damaged. The impact of the force lasted until it had done considerable damage to the ceiling. Hunt came to Elkin early Sunday morning and went to the home of Chief of police W. (i. Church and nought aid in the matter. The occurrence being in Wilkes county, it was out of the jurisdiction of the Elkin chief, and Hunt was advised to take the matter up with the Sheriff of that county. The negro is of the opinion that blockaders or bootleggers of that section had suspicioned him »f re porting them, and took the "high pressure" method of settling their grievance, with the intention, doubt less. of blowing up the home and killing its occupants who slept peacefully in the dark hours oOJae night. " Hunt is unable to place any direct suspicion upon his assailants, but his communication with the Wilkes sheriff may shed more light upon the matter at an early date, afiter a thorough investigation has been made. Bloodhounds were suggested as a method of running down the cul prits, but when Hunt was advised that he would be required to guar antee the expense of bringing the dogs to the scene of the attempted ruination of his home, the idea was temporarily abandoned, due to the financial circumstances of the near victim of death. Fortunately fo r the family, the enemy evidently misjudged the oom in which they slept, which doubtless accounts for escaping with their lives. IMPROVING STREETS ACROSS THE RIVER County Machinery Secured By Town (►f .lonesville To Improve Main Thorough fares V Mayor Ourney Wagoner informs The Tribune that the town of Jones vllle has recently secured from the county some of its road machinery with which to improve the principal streets of the town. Realizing that travel is especially difficult during the winter months, the town de cided to use the money derived from the sale of automobile tags and put the most prominent streets In good condition. While no paving or topsoillng has been done, grading and leveling in addition to packing will aid mater ially in helping motorists and other vehicles to travel in comfort and safety. Numerous trunks were re placed and some added new. At the completion of the Jones ville work, the county started its road machinery on the stretch from that town to Pea Ilidge, by way of Swan Creek. This 1b a badly need ed piece of work, and shortened the distance six or eight miles, as com pared to the route via Brooks Cross Roads. In addition to serving the public, is is a piece of roadbed Indispensable to the citizens along that route, and the county is to be commended for its realization of the needs of Its citizens, and the fact that the work has been started, in time io make the Improvements before the winter months set in in earnest, and before the roadbed Is cut to pieces and routed so as to make 'travel prac tically an impossibllty. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert H. Stevens left Saturday for where they will spend some time. World War Veterans Want Your Support On Tuesday, November 4, the voter* will be faced with ballots printed "To" and "Against" World War Veterans Bonds, and the local post of the Ameri can Iegion urges the voters to support their cause and east a vote for the bonds. Five reasons set forth below will throw a little light on the subject: I. This fund will help hun dreds of ex-service men acquire homes, who could not otherwise obtain them. 2. To Issue th'KC Itonds will not rout the tax payerß of the State one rent. The money Is loaned 011 first mortgage* at. B percent-. The State should not have to pay more than 4 1-4 per cent on its bonds. ii. The State owes a large debt, to Its ex-service men. It has given them nothing. Home own ers iiiajte better citizens. The people should vote for these bonds to aid veterans in acquir ing homes. 4. The veterans do not ask the State to give them anything. They will repay the money loauiMl them through this Fund. 5. This proposition Is not a ('oustitut ional Amendment. (Continued 011 last page) MANY HONORS ARE WON BY KLONDIKE HERD GUERNSEYS Exhibited At Show In Salisbury and Win Numerous Prices STRING OF RIBBONS Salisbury may justly boast the fact that it holds the largest dairy show in the South, but Elkin and Klondike Farm now share 'in the honors bestowed upon the herds ex hibited there, according to informa tion obtained from Mr. Ruohs Pyron, manager of the farm. The show, which was held re cently, drew leading herds from North and South Carolina and Vir ginia, and offered strong competi tion. Nevertheless, the Klondike herd was conspiciously in the fore front when the awards were made, and not only did it capture the largest number of cash prizes, but also drew an array of blue ribbons, th,e ribbons now being on display in the window of the Elkin National Hank. „ iSie herd won ten first prizes, three seconds and three thirds, and Crand Champion Female on Klon dike's Cay Countess, which was more than twice as many firsts as any other herd exhibiting. The exhibits at the South Caro lina fair were not so numerous, and not so many classes were made as at the show at Salisbury, however the herd won seven firsts, two seconds, two thirds and Junior Champion Female and Senior and Cratid Champion Female, which totaled more firsts than any other exhibitions. At both the Salisbury and South Carolina show, Klondike Farm was the leading mondy win ner. With the exception of two cows in the aged class, every animal ex hibited by Klondike Farm was bred and developed at the farm, and Ellkin Juß'ly boasts the fact that this winning herd is claimed as a part of our progressiv.eness in Surry County since JClondlke Farm was established here on a commercial basis a few years ago. Mr. Pyron, the manager, is to be congratulated upon his ability in managing the farm, which has pro duced an enviable record among breeders of several states In com peting for honors and cash awards. Pogtoffice Robbed • * At Laurel Springs ■ - ~T Meagre details reached TTere late Wednesday evening of the robbery of the Postofflce at Laurel Springs, N. C., on Tuesday night. It is not known just how much money was taken or If there has been any ar rests made In connection with the robbery. HEART TROUBLE IS CAUSE OF DEATH OF MOSES G. WILKINS Prominent Yadkin Man Succumbs to Fatal Attack Tuesday 55 YEARS OF AGE Moses G. Wllkins, aged about 55 years, and well known to many El kin citizens, suffered a severe heart attack Tuesday afternoon late, and a physician was summoned. After working faithfully for two hours or more, hope was abandoned of bring ing relief, and It was decided to rush him to a Statesville hospital. Mr. Wilklns died while 011 the way. The deceased had made a busi ness trip to Elkin Tuesday after noon, coming here after a load of sand. He had complained of feel ing bad, but did not seem alarmed over hiH condition. About one weeks ago he suffered a severe at tuck, but physicians were able to relieve Him temporarily. It is said that in addition to heart trouble, Mr. Wilklns was a sufferer of high blood pressure, and that in all prob ability a stroke of appoplexy befell him during the heart trouble, has tening his death, which occurred at about 10 P. M, Mr. Wilklns was one of Yadkin county's most substantial and re spected citizens, and resided in the vicinity of Brooks fross Uoads. About 10 years ago Mr. Wilkins professed faith in Christ, and joined the Holiness church at Longtown, and since that time had lived an upright. Christian 'life, faithful to the duties of his church and regu lar at its meetings. His life since profession of faith was above re proach, and his friends were num bered by the hundreds—not confin ed to his own neighborhood, hut wherever he met and mixed among Ills fellow men. The deceased is survived by his wife and seven children, in addition to numerous other relatives and friends. It is understood that funeral ser vices will be held at Longtown to day, but the hour could not be learned. HOUSE, CONTENTS BURNED TO GROUND Home of Mr. 1). Wagoner, Near Center, Yadkin County, IN Totally Destroyed Fire last week totally destroyed the home of Mr. I). Wagoner, lo cated near Center, Yadkin county. The blaze was discovered about 2 o'clock in the afternoon, and had gained such headway that it was be yond control when observed. The house, although having a gbod many years of age to its credit, was a val uable piece of property, and together with the furniture, totaled a loss of approximately $6,000. The only household effects saved consisted of two oeds, and $35 in money which had been placed in a drawer of k dresser, the remalnder of the property, together with the well house, being destroyed by the fire.. No insurance was carried on eith er«the home or its contents. GEORGE GRAY POST WINNER OF MEDAL Commended By State Adjutant and State 'oiiiinaiidcr For Various Artlvitim. The George Oray Post of the American Legion haH gone "over the top" in the enrollment of old members and the addition of new members, and won the distinguished service medal offered by the State Commander. According to Post Commander Joe Bivins the local post hopes to Rouble the 'enrollment of last year. Post Adjutant George Royall re ceived a letter of commendation from the State Adjutant in regard to the activities of the local post, namely the cooperation between the post and the County Welfare officer in supplying school books for chil dren whose parents were not finan cially able to give their children the necessary school supplies. Be*. T, S. Clarkaon, of Mount Airy, will conduct services at the Galloway Memorial church, Sunday afternoon, November I, at 8:80 o'clock. The public la cordially in vited to attend. . 16 PAGES TWO BR TIONH I'l'Bl/IHHKI) WKKKLY PARENT-TEACHERS HOLD INTERESTING MEETING TUESDAY Held at Auditorium of School Building In Afternoon GOOD ATTENDANCE The regular monthly meeting of the Parent-Teachers Association was held in the school auditorium Tuesday afternoon, with an unus ually large attendance. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. S. O. Maguire, the president, who opened the meeting with a song. Following the devotional ox ercises by Miss Emma Cooke, whi&li consisted of reading the 100 th Psalm and repeating the Lord's Prayer in unison, a roll call of the membership was read, and a good percentage answered to their names. Eight new members were enrolled. Heading of the minutes next claimed the attention of the asso ciation, and at the conclusion were approved. The report of treasurer; Mrs. H. P. Graham, was heard with interest. She reported that a check for sl7 from the Associated Charities had been received as a donation in the work, and also announced that the American Legion had volunteered to assist in any manner possible. Discussion of the inconvenience in securing dishes for serving lunch eon at the various meetings was solved to a considerable extent with the suggestion that each member donate a plain white cup and plate for future use, which was approved. Prof. J. If .Allred, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, an nounced that a Hallowe'en carnival would be held at the school build ing on Friday night, at which time booths will be arranged attractively for the sale of candy, sandwiches, etc. The attendance at this affair is expected to reach fnto the hun dreds, and a general good time is promised all who participate in the event. Following thin, n disucsslon by Prof. Allred us to the units required (Continued on puge 8, first section) JOHN H. FOLGER IN ADDRESS HERE Speaks at School Auditorium On Tuesday Kvening; IN An KiitliiiNiiistic Speech. HJlkiin citizens were privileged to hear Hon. John H. Folger, of Mount Airy, on Tuesday evening at the school auditorium, where he dis cussed the issues of the day in an enthusiastic manner and to an ap preciative audience, consisting of both Democrats and Kepubllcans. Mr. Folger, who is a candidate for the State Senate from Surry co.inty, was introduced by Attorney E. C. JameH, after which the audience was well repaid for having Kone out 'to hear the speaker. Mr. Folger asked the question, "What Is Wrong With tne Coun try?" and then proceeded to answer clearly and in a forceful and con structive manner the question he hud just asked, reciting numerous things that stood In the pathway of better citizenship and greater pros jerty. He asserted that the Kreat principles of Thomas Jefferson had been laid aside and had passed I'roffi* memory by the party In power. The speaker, in tracing the origin, of the two parties of country,, cited Jefferson and Hamilton, stat ing that Hamilton was a man who> believed that the masses of the peo ple were worth nothing but to serve and follow the. select few, and uptfu Hamilton's theory the Republican party was formed. Opposed to the principles of Ham ilton was a man named Jefferson, a man of more powerful understand ing and gifted with the correct idea that all men were created equal with equal rights and special privileges to none, and upon this basis another party was formed, dedicated to State's rights and a government by the people. Mr. Folger put emphasis upon the fact that monoplizing in industry la ruining the country, and added that it was largely responsible for the plight of the farmer in meeting his just and moral obligations. Refer ring further to the Hamiltonian be lief and Ideas of government, the speaker asserted that only a nan with with an Iron nerve would dare venture into the business world to a greater extent than Jhe establish ment of a filling station, or in the (Continued on pane 8, first section)