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ALLEGHANY *STAR-TIMES* | ALLEGHANY COUNTY’S OWN INDEPENDENT WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Vol. 15. No. 49. Sparta, N. C. Thursday, April 18, 1940. t WASHINGTON, D. C.—Out of l the mist that hangs over the Scandinavian countries, there em [erges two facts whose validity is lestablished beyond question. The [(first is that Norway has put no Lfaith in German promises and has Ithosen to fight. The second is that the Allies have struck with Eromptness and with power. ■ And although the formidable Han of landing a large Allied BPfpeditionary force in Norway 'and driving the invaders from that country still confronts the French and British, a stiffened attitude can be expected in the future from the small neutral countries bordering on Germany. The diplomatic buzz-buzz in Washington is that Hitler, having met his. first major defeat, will gradually lose his dictatorial pow ers and eventually fade out en tirely. An “acceptable” Govern ment will then be formed with whom the Allies will be willing to negotiate peace terms. * * * * Wisconsin and Illinois have shown how the wind is blowing for the, Republicans in this elec tion year. The early primary re sults show a definite swing to ward New York’s young Tom Dewey. From what has happened thus far, certain conclusions can be drawn: First: Dewey possesses definite vote-getting strength outside of his own state, where he first de monstrated . his ability by captur ing the District Attorney’s office with remarkable ease, and next by coming within a nose-length of winning Hhe Governorship against the extremely popular incumbent, Herbert H. Lehman. Second: Senators VandenDerg and Taft have yet to show that they can attract voters outside of their home states. Third: Old-time politicians are cold toward Dewey and have thereby convinced many former New Dealers and young Republi cans that the New Yorker would be unbossed and free from any affiliations with the Old Guard ?*s*44#naxies—«n important in view of the fact that there is a strong block within the New Deal that is opposed to a third term for President Roosevelt. * * * * BRIEFS: The overseas service of the British Broadcasting Co. now sends out 15-minute bulletins in a score of languages over 50 times a day! . . . Best trick of this radio war is Britain’s method of beginning its broadcasts with the names of six to ten German fliers or sailors in English prison camps. Snap Shots and Sun Spots 0tiiiiinlilHi..."<"'B Well, they do say Dollar Days were a great success, in spite of chill weather on Saturday. Mon day the sun warmed things a lot, and people came all day to gather in the bargains offered. Indeed, Sparta merchants do offer as much for a dollar as anyone, and there’s no need to travel away off to find good goods at the right price. Even in fertilizer, as Mr. Richardson says, “Good old V-C.” The D. W. Motor Co. corner leemi to catch a lot of bumps. First someone breaks in and re in o v e s a lot of valuable. Then the wind blow* in a big car. And next someone tries to make the turn into Route 18 too fast and breaks off an iron post, set to protect the building, and then bangs against a new red water hydrant to knock it out of line. Wonder if they carried away any dents. Those Boy Scouts who went to Pries Saturday night to see the Grayson-Carroll Scouts put on a rally demonstration surely had a big time. And it can be said that if our boys had had uni forms and a little more training they could have shown up as well. There is persistent talk end rumor that Route 18 is to be graded and improved. Well the talk is all right, but it will be very satisfying when we can see not only grading but actual ma terial by the ton put on the road to make it an all-weather road from Sparta to Ennice, and on to link in with the other hart! roads. Wonder when the main road be tween Governor Doughton’s home and Castevens Motor Co. will be straightened some, or at least made into easier curves. There by the Methodist Church and the new Shell service station and Sam Brown's the curves are too sharp —and could well be made easier. Our wo r Id... I Rumania Clamps Down on Exports Bucharest—A Rumanian decree of April 15 pro hibits indefinitely all exports of wheat, petroleum, coal, and wood, thus cutting off Germany’s main source of supplies in southeastern Europe. While the export ban is to be applied to all foreign buyers, Germany will be hit the hardest. • • • Britain Lands Troops in Norway London—British troops landed at several points in Norway to press the war against the German invad ers. The forces which landed in Narvik and the Lofoten Islands, under the protection of naval shell fire, hold strategic points between the North Sea and the Arctic. • • • Another Million Men Called London—Britain calls 850,000 additional men to the colors, as three new classes, the 27- 26- and 25 year olds are to be mobilized by May 5. This will swell the British foi'ces to 2,000,000 men under arms for use on two or more fronts. Aside from these are Canadians, Australians, and Indians, which can bring the nation’s forces to nearly 2,500,000 men. • • • Germans Invade Norway Successfully Stockhold—Executing another blow, German in vaders sped a Nazi-packed troop train past the fortress of Hegra, and thus, pushed within 3Vo miles of cutting Norway in half at its girth. The Norwegian railway employes had been given false information, saying that the train bore their own forces. Later news says Germanv has cut Norway in two. and taken lower half. • ' • • . Roosevelt on Pan-American Unity Washington—President Roosevelt, addressing the governing board of the Pan-American Union, said that the American republics would stand together to re pulse any assault, direct or indirect, from overseas. lie also added1 that it was necessary to “meet force with force if challenge is ever made.” • • • Spring Cleaning the Big Show New York—New York’s most distinguished hiber nator, the World’s Fair, has come out of moth balls and is now busily preening itself for the official restoration to active life on May 11. “They Shall Have Music” in N. C. * Greensboro, N. C.—The State Music Contest got under way with 1,200 competing in the instrumental and group events. The four-day contest will bring a record throng of 6,000 young musicians from every part of North Carolina. - —--.-; Thomas E. Dewey will be on the air j —ion a nation-wide network j of the Columbia Broadcast ing System, Saturday, April 20, on station WABC New York, 10:15 to 10:45 p. m., East ern Standard Time. The broad cast will originate in the Holly wood Bowl at Los Angeles, Calif. As Dewey seems to be leading in Republican ranks of suggested nominees his speeeh will be listen ed to carefully by the nation. Both Missionary Societies will meet —in a joint session this Friday night with Mrs. Strader at 7:30 o’clock—the Young Womans Cir cle and the Womans Missionary Society. Ye*, and Green Gables is put ting in Shell gasoline, too. So with Shell at the north end, and Shell in the south end, and Shell in the middle, we ought to be able to find Shell when we want it. And with Esso twice and Texaco once we’re well fixed. Hardly a day but one can find something to be happy about. And we’re happy because the 300 and more cash subscriptions we’ve written in the last few days and weeks have left a nice amount of cash in Alleghany people’s pock ets. Too, we have not embarrass ed ourselves by promising hund reds of dollars that folks will expect us to dig up from some where. Thu Junior claw of Sparta High School entertained the Sen ior claaa lait Friday night, and it ia reported that everybody had a wonderful time. There were 70 preaent. Dick Gentry reported a busy day Monday, what with fighting ten forest fires. Because of high wind the fires were hard to han dle. However, it is estimated that they lost less than twenty acres in the ten fires. Coming to the aid of Mr. Gentry and U. S. Forest Ranger Coombs were about fifty CCC boys and State Ranger Sim mons from Lenoir. Dick always talks so animatedly and enthusi astically about operations, with fire extinguishers and fire rakes that we found ourselves almost volunteering to help fight the next fire. Smitheys is adding on more rooms at the back, and workmen are busy on the Alleghany Mo tor Co. place. The sound of building is sweet music. Ennice Enniee, April 16.——'The music contest ianc’ pie supper given at Blevins O&jSs' Roads school house Saturday night was successful. It netted about $30 which was given to Earle Smith, Dalhart, to help pay hospital expenses. He appre ciated it very much and wishes to thank every one who helped. Those winning the prizes in the music contest were: Kelly Lundy’s band from Galax, and for single instruments, Kelly Lundy, Guitar, Wilson Ramey, Violin, and Kelly Lundy, banjo. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Combs visit ed Mr. and Mrs. Clark Higgins Saturday night. Wiley Andrews is slowly im proving from a recent illness. Misses Faye and Gaye Edwards spent Sunday night with Miss Ina Lou Smith. Miss Opal Edwards visited Mrs. Opal Butcher Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Fannie Andrews spent Sunday and Sunday night with Mr. and Mrs. Mort Robinson. Lee Hudson returned to work Monday after spending the week end at home. Miss Emma Lou Andrews spent the week-end with Miss Jamalee Franklin. Mrs. Arthur Edwards spent Monday afternoon with Mrs. C. M. Reynolds. Howard Hincher has been suf fering with a deep cold and sore throat but is improving. Topia Topia, April 15.—J. A. Moxley, who has been ill, is improving. Those from this community who attended the funeral of Joe Pugh, held at Mt. Zion Monday, were Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Edwards, Mrs. Flora Moxley, Miss Velma Pugh, and W. R. Pugh. Mr. and Mrs. Fred G. Weaver attended the dedication of Boone Post Office, Wednesday. Mrs. Della Ward, Crumpler, visited relatives and friends here last week. W. R. Pugh made a business trip to Sparta Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Barnett Reeves visited Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Bil lings, Piney Creek, Sunday. Mrs. Nannie Debord visited Mr. and Mrs. Treely Debord, Sunday. Miss Susie Brown, Piney Creek, spent Wednesday night with Miss es Irene and Doris Blevins. Mr. and Mrs. Zack Rutherford visited Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Pugh, Piney Creek, Sunday. Those visiting Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Pugh Wednesday were Mrs. Laura Sturgill, Mrs. Rex Sturgill and children, Doris and Donald, and Miss Effie LaRue. Rev. Linville Blevins visited Mr. and Mrs. Carey D. Blevins Sunday. Felix Blackburn was visiting in this community Friday. t Those visiting Mrs. Belle Blev ins Sdnday afternoon were Mrs. Delia Pugh Mrs. Flora Moxley land Miss Irene Moxley. Bottom picture— The Cherry Lane Colored school building* which has been repaired andI painted by NY A boys. Two top pictures-—The build ling and school at White Plains, near Twin Oaks, where the NYA , , • ■ * : j boys are now constructing a new I building somewhat like Cherry i Lane. ---- Piney Creek j Commencement exercises i i —will consist of five pro- j grams beginning with Satur day night, April 20, at 8:00 ; p. m., the Senior play, ! “Sara Sees It Through,’’ On Thursday night, April 25,' at 8:00 p. m., the Grade Pro-j gram and play, also the style j show by Home Economies Dept, i On Friday night, April 26, at 8:00 p. m. the Graduating Exer cises, with address by Hon. Ira T. Johnston. On Saturday, April 27, at 8:00 p. m., the Junior Play, “All a Mistake.” Also presentation of awards. And Sunday, April 28, at 11:00 a. m., the Commencement Sermon. Name of the speaker to be an nounced. The Lucille Ford Circle of Sparta —met Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Bruce Wagoner with Mrs. Clennel Richardson as teacher. The topic for the month, “Un changing Moral Standards,” was discussed by Mrs. Choate, Mrs. T. Roy Burgiss, Mrs. J. G. Mit chell, Mrs. Walter Taylor, Mrs. Bruce Wagoner and Mrs. R. L. Richardson. Following the pro gram delicious refreshments were served by the hostess. The May meeting will be held at Mrs. Hugh Choate’s, with Mrs. Bruce Wagon er as leader. Little Pine Little Pine, April 16.—I. W. Wagoner gave an interesting talk at the closing of Little Pine school Friday. Mrs. A. R. Murphy was in Ga lax Wednesday, shopping. Emmette Wilson spent Satur day with his son Arnold, at Elkin. Lawrence Greene is leaving Monday for Greensboro. Mrs. Clyde Johnson spent Wed nesday with Mrs. Mae Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Greene and children, Dale and Altree, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Greene. Rev. G. W. Tucker is reported very ill. A large crowd attended the church service held by Noarm Reid and Ottis Luck at Little Pine Sunday. Miss Thelma, Greene spent Sat urday afternoon with her sister, Mrs. Cleta Collins. Dean Bedsaul lost a fine milk cow last week. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Wilson spent Sunday afternoon with Mrs. Wilson’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Greene. J. T. Greene received >a tele gram last week that his sister, Mrs. Julina Johnson, of Pocahon tas, W. Va. ,had passed away. ‘Uncle Charlie” Doughton passed away suddenly —last Saturday, and Alle ghany County lost one of its finest citizens. He was stricken with a heart attack Friday night,, and passed away: Saturday about 3 p. m; Charles . A. Doughton was born Feb. .7, .1:866, so. that he was, 74 years of age at his death. He . was the soil of Rev. Joe Douglitpii and Mattie Gentry Doughton , aiid married'. . Mallie j Cox, of Grayson. County, Va., who j survives him. Besides the widow ; five children survive, also two, brothers, Dr. ,1. L. and Mr. .J. ; Marvin Doughton, both of. Sparta. Funeral services were conduct-! ed Sunday at h.-’O iiy Rev. L.- F. Strader and Rev. C. W. Krwin and burial wa- at Shiloh Church. Thirtieth Annual Commencement at Glade Valley —High School will be held Fri-' day, April 19, at 11 o’clock. Dr., J. R. Cummingham will deliver the address, and Supt. E. B. Eld ridge will present diplomas to 12 graduates. The opening Invoca-1 tion will be by Rev. R. L. Berry, the Salutatory address will be giv en by Frances Bryan, and Georgia Bryan will render a Piano Solo. The Valedictory address by Wil leen Mullis will folow the Senior Class Song, and Dr. Cunningham >vill offer the Benediction. Maple Shade Maple Shade, April 8.—Mrs. Lelia McMeans and family have moved to the “Terry place,” which is owned by Jack Halsey, of Fox Creek. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hagerman spent a few days last week in the home of Mrs. Hagerman’s sis ter, Mrs. Jim Goodman, near Beaver Creek. Raymond DeBord of the CCC camp at Laurel Springs, spent the week-end at home. Mrs. Mae Halsey and Wallace Halsey spent Sunday of last week in the home of Charlie Phipps, near Oak Hill. Miss Odas Huffman and Robert Huffman spent a few days with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hagerman, recently. Misses Helen Rose and Aileen Parsons spent Saturday night with their aunt, Mrs. J. M. Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. Struader Delp returned to their home in Mary land after staying a few days with Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Delp. Mrs. Lucy Halsey is able to be up again after a recent illness. Hooker Hooker, April 15.—Mrs. Marie Sanders went to Wilkes Hospital, North Wilkesboro, yesterday for a tonsilectomy. She is reported as getting along fine, and will return home tomorrow. Miss Gaye Edwards spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Lu ther Smith in Blevins Cross Roads community. Miss Madelene Sanders spent the week-end with her father, Charles Sanders, at North Wilkes boro. Guy Gene Duncan, little son of Guy Duncan, has had the bone of his leg scraped. He is getting along fine. Furches Furches, April 15.—Mrs. Jen nie Warden is back home after spending a short time with her nephew at Nathans Creek. Edd Taylor has been indispos ed for several days. Mrs. R. B. Petty is not so well at present. Osco Church and Zeb Black were visiting at New Hope Sun day. Robert Evans, from a CCC camp, was visiting friends here Sunday. Mrs. Albert Irwin and daughter, who have been spending some time with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Taylor, are now visit ing at Wiley Irwin’s, of Stratford. Miss Jessie Lois Jones, who has been indisposed with mumps, is able to be out again. Several from here saw the Monroe Brothers in person at West Jefferson Saturday night. Politics begins to occupy attention in Alleghany when four candidates Champion Member ROE J. DEAL Winner of the four-year sehol arship to N. C. State College for the outstanding 4-H Club record of 1939 is Roe J. Deal of the Brasstown Club in Clay County. Funds for financing this scholar ship were donated by the Chilean Nitrate of Soda Educational Bu reau, through A. G. Floyd. The Chilean Educational Bureau also donates scholarships to the State 4-H Short Course, held on the campus each summer, to the out standing club members in each county, and is one of the most generous supporter’s of the 4-H program in North Carolina. Roe Deal, the 1939 winner, has been a club member for eight years, or since he, was 10 years old. He has carried projects with corn, swine, calf, sweet potatoes, broilers, poul try flocks, spinach, turnip greens, tobacco, and personal health. He has also been active in club and community activities. R. G. Warden, of Stratford, is so improved —in health he walked up the stairs to the Star-Times office Monday and honored the editor, with a visit. Mrs. Warden ac companied him, and is much en couraged at the progress he is making toward recovery. Turkey Knob Turkey Knob, April 16,-^Mr. and Mrs. Bayse Parsons visited Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Landreth Sun day afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Osborne and Clement Osborne spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Os borne, at Volney, Va. Miss Thelma Kennedy was shop ping in Galax, Va. Thursday. Mrs. Nannie Williams spent Sunday with her father, Steve Rutherford, Baywood, Va. Those visiting in the home of Frank Phipps Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Brooks, Mr. and Mrs. Reason Lyons, Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Ward, Mrs. J. M. Osborne, Mrs. Anyce Roberts and Mrs. Ruth Phipps. Clement Osborne left Sunday for Townsend, Tenn., where he has accepted a position. Miss Rose Johnson was visiting in Sparta Monday. C. F. Osborne and Charlie Phipps were in Sparta Tuesday, on business. Miss Ruth Phipps is spending this week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Phipps. Don’t miss the Baseball Benefit > Dance at Twin Oaks, April 27. —enter the field to seek the nomination for repre sentative to the General Assembly from this county. Sain. Brown filed hi,- intention of seek ini;', the. nomination in the .Democratic primary, May 25, to d himself:.■ All .-eemed very peaceful. Then Charles G. Andrew.-' derided :tb'. enter . and seek the nominat ioi . And that seemed to spur interest; so that 'A . Bert Edward.-., who contested with Sam Brown two years., ago," apdi'-eameV; Vitliin ■’6.4 :.oi a tie, d.lad to n'lei iii th'i'-s year. d,' finally; lidding more col to thi paign, 'at. la rnoriu nt Robert: Fender wit Hi trioitn • ment, .nil thy- i-ritt •• primary racfe is pii. 'as far a- r • entativa is concerned.' V i 61 1 he fiiaie : hei1 have! been three tPirir, and. thine.- seem as quiet a- the ■■.former" quietude of the I'iur'ppean war. . The Methodist Young People’s Union met —Friday night, April' 12, in the Shiloh Methodist Church. The pro gram was: Song, “Near The Cross,” Scripture Reading by Moi lie Hampton, “God’s Love for Man” by Thelma Hines, Poem “Wouldn’t It, Now?” by Mollie Hampton, and an “Asket Basket” contest conducted by Mollie Hampton. The score whs a tie and prizes were awarded to Mrs. Bertie Lee Hampton and Walter Hines of Shiloh. * Also a “Tulip Contest” was Conducted by Mrs. Bertie Lee Hampton; Mrs. Guy Perry, Piney Creek, receiving the prize. Refreshments were served ta thirty-two. The next meeting will be held at Piney Creek Church. A birthday dinner was given as a surprise -—for Mrs. J. M. Joines and Clease Joines last Sunday at the home of Mrs. Joines. Those pre sent were Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Wagoner and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Joines, of Galax, Va., Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Jarvis and daughter, Jackie, and Mr. and Mrs. K. J. Holloway and daughter, Nancy, of High Point, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Simpson and children, Elmer, Rex, Billie, and Ann, of Trinity, N. G., Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Joines and children, Louise and Daniel, Mr. and Mrs. James Clease Joines and children, Mack and Hubert, J. M. Joines, W. P. Maxwell, Jr.-, Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Maxwell, Rev. R. J. Toliver, and Lon Billings. The song, “Happy Birthday,” was sung by Misses Billie Simp son and Jackie Jarvis. A short talk by Rev. Toliver was followed by a wonderful prayer. Everyone enjoyed the fine dinner and sweet fellowship in this good home. Live Stock Market WYTHEVILLE, VA. APRIL IS Total receipts 541 head. Alt classes of livestock, except hogs, 50c to $1 higher. Far more buy ers than livestock. A broad de mand for all classes of stocker cattle. Best Lambs quotable 8.50 to 9.6(1 Com’n and Med. Lambs, 5 to 8 Com’n and Fat Sheep, 1 to 5 Top Hogs . 5.65 to 5.9(1 Lights and Heavies . 5 to 5.70 Select Calves, avg. 194 lbs., 12.75 Top Calves, avg. 178 lbs., 11.30 2nd Calves, avg. 151 lbs., 10.35 3rd Calves, avg. 132 lbs., 9.60 4th Calves, avg. Ill lbs., 8.75 Light, Com’n Calves, 5.00 to 7.00 Best Steers on sale .. 8.75 Bulk 900 to 1100, plain, 7.50-8.5a Med. Steers . 6.50 to 7.05 Com’n to Plain Steers, 5.50-6.50 Best Heifers offered .8.60 Med. to Good Heifers 6.50 to 7.00 Common Heifers . 5.50 to 6.60 Good Heifers . 7.50 to 8.00 Best Cows . 5.50 Bulk Good Cows ...... 5.50 to 6.00 Canners and Cutters, 3.50 to 5.00 i Best Bulls quotable _ 6.70 I Com’n and Med. Bulls _ 5 to 6
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