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IpHOME I mm I T I 0 NJ ^Eubscribe to the Ne' XXXI No. 37 [Tryor specials (from big [cities | Proposed Plan Will Mean I Much To This Section I l':.n> .1: on foot by the various Mjrv-. A; companies of Tryon to H-j:: S'o-'i Pullmans from Cincin' t /...iowlllo Pirh. iftld'.i. ll. 1 JHMIS, WmiOTiav, I:ui. Va.. X->rfo!k, Va? and other big Kjt.it*- hrm. :ng people to Tryon to inK;>-it <e wonderful sub-divisions. I ilr-.it plans will be made to enterla::: th- visitors and show them Ktrry pess:b!t courtesy during their luy 11. Aycti. This movement will l.-uvc t he a wonderful asset in the Kay of tains this section real pubI This s plan that has been worked lo -:in---Tally in various Florida k::-> and. while it is an expensive br v.-.:: . valuable results are sure to . I Th- pr"p-ri..-s offered in Tryon are kt.-p:. :.ai from many view points, nr.tcularly frotu the standpoint of P'r-in..and also ideal residential < J--r r ;:.d * innate, second to none in < imintry, and visitors who | hav- , niing here for years that l i all parts of the globe ' climate afforded in I "w - la -itianlntplv nnnaral- i |k|-d. v :> jil-usunt in the summer s a:! i the - winter, making ! T:yo- ,1 . - ,u place for the home 1 s Th- [ .ry canipaigns that have bt-t: a:; 1 tr- now being waged on an* .aii,a <caie has brought inQuiri? :'r- all s-ctions of the country ,.;r;:.j about the possibilities that ir. These special trips i-at- those that take advatta: > ni in any way. They !> urged to purchased but | ' d-ij the pleasure/of In arious properties and tavtni: : i.-iii'-,- to really see the that Tryon and Polk uii'y aav- to offer. BLUE RIDGE FOREST - CORRECTS STORY Th' aline story carried in :.i> News of last week, construction of an on Hog Back Moun n or on the part of ii'-ricul force of this dean panvl The officials to have this error . ' ping with their policy public straight news a. the progress of this jr*, . , idontial colony. i y furmation of this umounced that there WouV " h powered sales methO'is ,. furthering the cause and that every pre' ' ust-d in carrying out tQKi. . company has about com i,\ . . . . ' irst Golf Course and, t is a contemplation of . " ,;r-e, they wish this rePort ,,. until it is absolutely I _ stated to a reporter at a correction of the I trr , 'Pi' stion would be I ltra?i ' s<> as not to n?isI ii>,pr, : Many proposed I pUr, t, " l!rt' in store for the I "Hit | sitwi iD thls developI "city ' ''ffi< ials desire no pubI lea\> 'lave a tendency to I undtr:,i,'stors or homeseekers long impressions. I * r - s # HAS A ^ The i?s' -ipments ^ hShet f M DR. OESTEN UNDEN ^BE^i *8^8?!' ^T V " I ^MiKJMB^^BI. T't <ffr!?TT7n>7^ | | Dr. Oesten Unden, Swedish mlnlstei of foreign affairs, who was the onl) statesman to return from the extraor J dinary assembly of the League of Na ? tlons with an enhanced reputation j Though not yet forty years of age he I demonstrated his skill and dlplomac)1 to the older members of the leagut' and they praised him for his courage. ) MOSES GREENEWALD. SPARTANBURG MERCHANT, , . PASSES AWAY 7 Mr. Moses Greenewald of the firm af Greenewald, Inc., of Spartanburg, 3. C.( died suddenly at a Philadelphia aospital Tuesday, where ho had gone tor an operation. Mr. Greenewald was prominent in the affairs of his borne town and was always on hand in taking an retire part in the city's iffajrs. He served as chief of the Spartanburg Fire Department for many years without compensation, ind aided in many other ways that will cause him to be greatly missed. He was a Mason, Knight of Pythias and Elk, and served on many various boards of organization in the Hub City." He played a conspicuous part in the present establishment, which has grown to be one of the most successful in the entire state. The funeral will be held in Spartanburg, S. C. Vt BOOSTER CARTOONS TO FEATURE THIS PAPER FOR SEVERAL Wfctf\a The Polk County News has placed an order for a series of "Booster Cartoons" to run for a period of several weeks. These cartoons were designed at an expense and will prove very interesting to the readers ofi this publication. This is just an- J other step in the march of progress in always- trying to improve this pa'' per and give its readers ^jnuch as possible and at the same time boost Tryon and Polk County. The first of-j these cartoons wilV appear in this week's issue. Making The Library Efficient ?" The business meeting held by the Lanier Club Thursday, the 13th, was of unusual importance and Interest. Many of the representative and most responsible women of the chib were there, and after due debate they voted for the reorganization of the library, and authorized their officers to borrow $1,000 to achieve this improvement. The library, it was explained by Miss Mary Carpentier(. the trained librarian who has been living in Tryon for some time, and during Miss Oliver's absence had been taking her place, is entirely lacking in the organization that is necessary for its efficiency. It has grown, and the public using it has increased, till nowj a further postponement of the dayj that sees it modernized and effective Continued on last page - ' * ? >.. - ufe&fcaa / ' I. r E A R ROU Polk PUBLISHED EVER TRYON, N. ??? ? ?? > Plan Iton F \ Toastwich Apparatus Draws Large Crowds i The new Toastwich apparatus recently installed at Missildine's Pharmacy "has become very popular. The new device dispenses delicious sandwiches toasted by an electric disc. All varieties of daintily prepared sandwiches are served in the most scientific manner without ever touching the hands. Mr. Red "Fairfax" Harrison supervises this department, aided by a wonderful c^ok who prepares the sandwiches' in a small kitchenette before they are ready for the Toastwich machine. Watch for "Red" with the white cap when you enter. LAKE LANIER BUSES BRINGING MANY PEOPLE TO TRYON 1 -W ? ^ The buses that the Tryon Development Company is operating from various sections-of the South are 'making many trips to this city, and reports are that a good many sales are being made in this development. These trips are giving the people of these towns little short vacations and at the same tftne Tryon is glad to have them see this pretty country. They are giverl descriptive literature and they go away boosters for this section of the country. REPUBLICANS NOMINATED SMATHERS I Formal Action Taken by Tenth District Republicans. Republicans of the Tenth Congressional District met yesterday at the County Courthouse, endorsed the national and state Republican party I platforms, and officially nominated Captain R. Kenneth Smathers for Congress. Members from this district to the State Republican Txecutive Committee were elected as follows: W. R. I--.1 i.?_? n T Harris. Fred Ham l/IlclIII UC1 O, Vy v. rick, and Louis Hamlin. Associated members elected were Mrs. 0. C. Hamilton, Mrs. Kenneth Smathers, Mrs. Brownlow Jackson, Mrs. W. R. Kirk, Mrs. Barnard, and Mrs. Fred Kent. The State Executive Committee has been called to meet in Greensboro on Thursday, May 20. An Executive Committer for the Tenth District was also elected, composed of one member from each county, J. E. Kenipe from Buncombe, C. Guy Hipps from Haywood} C. C. Lesenbee from "McDowell, C. D. Green from Rutherfordton, W. P. Swajnn from Polk, Welch Griffoth from Henderson, R. R, Fisher from Transylvania, Hugh H. Monteath from Jackson, J. H. Stockton from Macon, T, L. Anders from Clay, B. Vf. Swann from Cherokee, T. M. Jenkins from Graham, and McKinley Edwards from Swain. The chairman of this committee had uot yet been named, as the Congressional Nominee is allowed to name a campaign manager who is usually the chairman. It is understood that Captain Smathers will name the chairman at an early date. Resolutions endorsing the party platform and placing in nomination Captain R. Kenneth Smathers were ?-ll n . passed as iuhuwo. "The Tenth North Carolina District Republican Convention, in meeting duly assembled in Asheville, N .C., on May 15, 1926, resolves: "1. That we heartily endorse the platform of the national Republican party and pledge ourselves to stand by and support the principles and policies enunciated therein. "2.i We hTSlrtily endorse the wisdom and patriotic administration of Continued on last page I ND GLlUi Corn tY WEEK IN THE " R C., THURSDflV flFTERNC to Rui Mane Ml IV INTERESTING NOTES OF SALUDA Saluda, N. C., May 17.?With the Howard hotel open during the winter and other places receiving guests, Saluda is now opening her doors for the largest season her hotels have ex: perienoed. Several change^ have been made in the operation of hotels here. Many Florida visitors are expected this summer by hotels operated by Floridians. The Carolina hotel will be open May 39th by E. H. Sims of Sarasota( Fla., and Miss M. E. Canham of New York City. Miss Canham has had many years' experience in hotels, having been associated with the exclusive Fourteen East Sixtieth Street Hotel for many years. The Carolina will be operated as a commercial hotel this season, with meals at any hour during the day.- The management will cater to automobile parties. The Charles hotel is now open. R. L. Taylor of Vest Palm Beach, Fla., and Sam Barron ol tort .vij-cra, Fla., have the leasei Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Harwell, who operate the Daffodil tea room, Spartanburg, S, C., will have charge of the dining room. The management expects many Florida friends this season, and say the people are coming here from the Land of Flowers. Mrs. Henry P. Lane of Spartanburg, Fla., who owns the Oaks, says she expects the largest season eve^ and many Florida guests. The Melrose Inn will open May 29. The Holly Hill, Fairview and Pace House are now open with several guests. The Pines has been full all winter. Garrens Home, Lona Lodge, Leland Hotel, Crystal Springs Inn and several others will be open about June 1. With Saluda's paving program nea'ring completion, the hotel keepers are very optimistic for a long season as well as a rush. Many reservations have been made by guests for early June. Several other hotels have changed ownership during the winter and leases are now being negotiated. WEATHER For North Carolina: Showers and probably thunderstorms and cooler tonight; moderate to fresh southwest winds shifting to northwest. Sun rises 5:21; sets 7:32. Rainfall for 24 hours ending at 8 a. m.t inches, 0; total this month, inches, 2.07; deficiency since May 1, .09; deficiency since January 1, 2.69. Temperatures and precipitation for other cities for 24 hours ending at 8 a. m. today: Min. Max. Prec. * Atlanta 60 82 0 Atlantic City 62 83 0 Boston 60 80 0 Charleston 68 86 0 Charlotte 62 88 0 Chicago 46 60 1.36 Cincinnati 64 80 .02 Helena 48 66 0 Jacksonville 68 84 C Los Angeles 60 74 0 64 84 .50 ITlCUlpUtO Miami 74 80 fl New Orleans 66 82 1.28 New York 62 80 1. C Phoenix 66 98 C Raleigh 66 88 C St. Louis 54 82 ,3( Washington 60 86 .Of REALTY DEALS IN TRYON NUMBER MANY IN PAST WEEK Many realty deals of important have been noted during the past fev days. Many lots ihave been sold ii the various developments, and pros pects for a banner summer seem t< be extremely good. \ ) \TE EQUAI nty N 10UNTAIN PARADISE ION,MAY 20, 1926 7 i Pullm j ' ^ DaaI lUHU V , j Work on Building New Dam Moving FastThe construction of the new' dam at Lake Lanier is moving forward at a fast rate. Drillers are busy cutting away rock to'make a solid foundation for the- new structure. The construction work is in charge of the Berry-Fortune Construction Company, and will be rushed to a speedy completion. It is expected that about three months will be required to make the job complete, but when finished it will present a much better appearance and, besides, the nfew dam is being built at a much larger cost. TRYON CAFE SOON TO BE READY FOR BUSINESS The Tryon Cafe will be the style of the firm that will be open for business in one of the new stores that have recently been erected on frade street by Holmes & Calhoun. The new firm will specialize in serving quick lunches with particular attention given to regular meals. Elaborate fixtures will be installed, and every modern convenience will be used to mako this eating pl%ce popular with the general public. Th6 new firm expects to be ready for business in a few days. Insurance Agents Meet In Asheville More than two hundred North Carolina insurance agents met Wednesday morning at the Battery Park hotel in their annual session to thrash out mutual problems and to discuss complications that hav^ loomed up I with the development of the state. | The principal part of the morning meeting was occupied with the reading of reports and preparation of order of business of the remainder of ho onnvpntinn Tho mftetincr nnened ? I shortly after 10 o'clock in the hotel ballroom. It was called to orddfby the presi- j dent of the North Carolina Association of Insurance Agents, James ' Owen Reilly, ^Vilmington. Following the singing of the song, "America," invocation was asked on the group bp Rev. R. F. Campbell, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Asheville. . Welcome by Allen. A short address of welcome to the j convention delegates was then given 1 by P. R. Allen, president of the Asheville Insurance Txchange, in which he expressed' the pleasure pf the City of Asheville at being ^elected by the Continued on last page ASHEVILLE ] THREE CIT1 FOR M, I I Asheville was recommended as the I place for establishment of one of l three hospitals by the Methodist I General Conference just prior <o adI journment of sessions at Memphis, ! Tenn., according to Associated Press i dispatches. The hospital board of the conference, it was stated, was authorized to "proceed with negotiations" in carrying out the recom; mendation. f > Establishment pf hospitals at Tuor son, Ariz., and at New Orleans were i also recommended. Bishop Warren - A. Candler is head of the hospital j board and Dr. Charles Jarrell of Nashville, Tenn., is secretary. ? j . TO THE lews " " ans to y For MAJ. WALTON GREEN . IflHP r' .^PIC tiilj^jlyijll^ P ^jjj^J | & . / jfl I * A new portrait of MaJ. Waltor ] Green, chief prohibition investigatoi: , for the United 8tatea and the right i hand man to Gen. Lincoln C. Andrews *> assistant secretary of the treasury!! In charge of prohibition. ' i ... il THIS WEEK ! FARM NEWS.' j| COUNTY NEWS. "- ( SOCIETY NEWS. WEATHER REPORTS. ILLUSTRATED FASHIONS SPORTING COMMENTS WEEKLY CARTOONS. ' { FEATURE STORIES. WEEKLY COMICS. CHURCH NEWS STATE NEWS , I Adventists Planing General Conference 1 t Seven Day Adventist Clergymen from Florida, Georgia, North and ' South Carolina and Eastern Tennessee, together with scores of this section of the Southland classified as j j the Southeastern Union Conference, " will attend the quadrennial session of the general conference of that denomination in Milwaukee, Wis., May 27 ' to June 14, when representatives will be present from 119 nations ?f the j world where the church is being promoted. The City Auditorium, the largest assembly hall in the state^ j has been secured for this conven-1 * * v ?"? Q AAA I UOU, WHICH Will ciitiai/i ucmwu and_10,000 members of the denomination from practically every state in the union. The delegation; from the Southeastern Union Conference will be under the leadership of Bishop W. Ht < Heckman, the president, and will of-1 j. ficially represent 141 churches that i compromise the union in these states ( and the denominational, educational |, institutions ank publishing houses | will also send delegates. I This session will be of unusual in- . Continued on last page :s ONE OF ES PICKED ' E. HOSPITAL: ? / The plan for establishment of a ' hospital in Asheville hisl long been under consideration by'.In Methodist Church, it was learned acre. The next move will be the appointment of a ' committee from the hospital board of 1 the general conference to come here ' for the purpose of carrying forward 1 negotiations as to -the selection of a H suitable site and to arrange for other details incident to^ building, it was stated. News that Asheville has been selected for this institutional hospital brought general gratification in Methodist circles. v RIVIERA | I I 1A PAGES 1U TODAY < -j Thirty First Year^ I ? ive Cents Per Copy N f Tryon j * * *. M U. ft. N WORK TO BEGIN IN FEW DAYS New Holstery Will Be Elaborate Structure l WORK WILL BE RUSHED The officials of the Tryon Shelion dotel Company announc?<l today that VIr. Frank H. Anderson, president of he Leland-Sheiton Hotel Company of \*ew York, has been eailei to 'J ryon 'or a full discussion of the | roposed ? ilans for the new Tryon-Shtlton, and lis wire has been received that he will be here on Saturday, hte 22nd. It is believed that during .his stay here the final plans can 'w approved ou and -^rraiifjie.r.cuts m'rf.- .cV^eiling- " die contract and rush ihe work to an early completion. Plans in Readiness Only t- Be Approved. The plans for this lovely structure < iave been in -readiness for some time ind only need the final O. IC when he work can be started immediately, rhese plans were drawn by one of he country's foremost architect;, and xre said to be last word in modern ourist hotel layout. The building >vhen completed will compare fayor ibly with the finer hotels of rlitourist class, and will serve as a long vanted need to this great resort cener. j Jfficials'State That Work Probably Will Begin in Early June. (ine of the high official sof the com>any representing the Tryon stork- , solders stated that he confidently beieved that the work wo.iid begin in :arly June, but could not predict the . Jate of the actual completion of the structure, owing to the massiveness if the'projecL The np hoti:i will ^ ' ie located onjjne of thtrmost piclur;sqque sites ofi Lake Lanier, ajul will ;ommand mountain views unparaleled in this whole mountain j^nge. Large Portion of Stock Subscribed by Local People. A major portion of the stock in his magnificent hotel project was ubscribed locally, and the announcenent that the contracts will be left or construction in a few days will >e heralded as a' great event for rryon and this fenfire section of the :ountry. It whs also stated authoriatively that only ten days' time would ie allowed tor those who contemplate lidding for the job, so as not to lose iny more time in gefting the holitery completed. Aflll Serve as Great Mecca for Many / "a NotabJe Society Events. TVia now K/tfol xx/ ill oopvp a a a prpflf AUG lien HKJ IVi " 111 UV> >W MM Q. Mecca for social functions for which Fryon is. so well noted, and will take care of the ever increasing band of j tourists that continue to make Tryon iheir headquarters Jcoth summer and winter. POLK COUNTY ROADS BEIN" "CRAPEP AND IN GRC SHAPE FOR TRAVEL Most all the most important roads in the county are being kept in wonderful shapfe. They are scraped very regularly and in every section of the county are in good shape. The road from Columbus to Rutherfordton is In excellent shape for -travel and is considered one of the best dirt roads in this sectioi of the country. 1 is expected that the work of hard-suifuc ing the Columbus-RutherfortRon read will be announced very soon, which will com^ as great news to the this community.