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The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
SOME LOCAL HAPPENINGS

Mrs. C. N. French of Birmingham,
Ala, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ida
Carter.
Mr.. B. Frank Harris is in the mar
kets buying furniture for the Monroe
Furniture & Auction Co.
Miss Jean Austin has taken po-
sition with English Bros. She is an
experienced saleslady.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. B. McManus de-
sire to thank their friends for their
kindness during the recent illness and
death of their little daughter.
The Willie Gordon Missionary So
ciety will meet Friday night at 1880
o'clock with Misses Bessie Lee Hous-
ton and Lucy Helms at the residence
Of the latter.
Mr.. J. w. Fincher of Buford town
ship knows how to grow turnips and
he also knows how to keep them dur
ing the winter months. He brought
to The Journal office Saturday two
fine specimens, one weighing four
pounds and eight ounces, while the
other tipped the scales at four pounds
and seven ounces.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Death of Mr.. w. r. McNeely

Mr.. w. R. McNeely died Sunday at
the home Of his son, Mr.. P. B. Nc
Neely of Waxhaw, aged so years. He
had been in i'll health for some time
and his death was not unexpected.
His wife preceded him to the grave a
few years ago.
Mr.. McNeely was a good citizen, a
unique character and always stood
for the right as he saw it. He is the
father of the late Ney McNeely,
whom all Union county citizens loved.
A Confederate veteran, he always de-
lighted to attend the meetings of
Camp Walkup, of which he was a
member, and he also frequently at
tended the reunion of the old soldiers.
He was member of the Methodist
church and his life was consistent
with his profession.
Surviving him are nine sons,
Messrs. p. B. Vance, Dowd, Roscoe,
Irskine, NJ. p, Huxley, Belk and Gra-
dy McNeely, and one daughter, Miss
Eulalia McNeely. The sons are scat
tered over various sections Of the
United States, several of them living
in Union county.
Funeral services were held Monday
afternoon and the remains were in
tered in the cemetery at College
Hill, where the monument to Consul
Ney McNeely was erected few years
ago.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

from the 'Seerest Motor Co. and costs
in the suit. This because Mr.. Helins's
car, which had been left with the
Secrest Motor Co. for repairs, was
run into by another car and damaged
before il had been actually turned
over to the owner, although h was
along when the damage was done. The
other party to the damage was in
solvent and no damage could be Sc
cured from him.
Mr.. II. A. Rowell was given $500
for injuries received at the hands of
his cousin, Mr.. John II. Rowell, who
cut the former on the neck, arm and
several other places in an alteration
some time ago. The fight was over
two dogs, each man claiming that the
other had killed his dog.
S. r. Ross obtained judgment
against M. P. Harris in the amount
Of S3,957.65. The defendent did not
appear to answer the complaint.
S. w. Helms secured judgment
against j. f. Bighsm in amount of
$685..
H. P. Garmon against C. B. Var
borough, dismissed.
Skies Company against S. II. Rog-
ers, non-suited, Rogers to pay costs.
B. d. Austin against Harper Helms,
recovers S952.5l, involving question
of rent.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Death of Mr. ]. w. Auberry

On February cath the death angel
entered the Stouts community and
took from us the beloved spirit Of
our neighbor and friend, Mr.. ]. w.
Auberry. He had been helpless for
nearly six months, and although o
great sufferer, bore II all with pa
tience. He was cheerful through II
all and rarely complained. He was
one of the remaining heroes of the
Civil war. having fought in many
battles and enduring many hard
ships for his country. He was born
in Virginia, but was reared In Sur
rey county, N. c. He was rs years
old and is survived by his aged wife
and six children. Mr.. Auberry was a
good neighbor, and liked by every
body. His remains were laid to rest
at the old Bethel cemetery Saturday
morning. Funeral services were con-
Quoted by the Masons OF which order
he was a loyal member.
Our deepest sympathy is extended
to the bereaved family. We know
that our beloved neighbor is not
dead but sleepeth, and in a little
while we shall be with him in the
land where no tears are shed and
where we will never have to say
good -bye.--A Friend.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Death of Mrs. J. Frank Gordon.

Mrs. Frank Gordon died at the
home of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. M.
d. Gurley, at Indian Trail, Monday
night, Feb. q. She was about "a
years old and had suffered for a num-
Der of years Of pellagra, though she
had not been confined to her bed more
than six weeks. During this time her
suffering was great, yet she bore it
with patience. Mrs. Gordon joined
Bethel Methodist church in 1901, and
though not a regular attendant she
had sufficient faith in Him who doeth
all things well. Before her marriage
Mrs. Gordon was Miss Virginia Alice
Gurley. She married Mr.. Frank
Gordon in 1906. Besides her husband,
she leaves a mother and father and
two brothers, Mr.. j. C. Gurley of In
dian Trail and Mr.. w. C. Gurley Of
Stouts. Funeral services were held
al the home Tuesday afternoon at 4
o'clock by her pastor, Rev. ]. W. Stry-
der, and interment was in Shiloh GEM
etery.-A Friend.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Deaf Mutes to Wear Bands in
the Streets

London, Feb. ga novel method
to ensure safety for the deaf in the
streets has been found by the Berne
(Switzerland) Association for the
Deaf, which has distributed among its
members q kind Of cockade as large
as a two-inch circle. 1t is yellow,
with black spots, and can be worn on
the arm or breast.
The association has notified the po-
lice and motorists of the meaning Of
the badge and asked for consideration
to the wearers. The system will
shortly be extended to all Swiss
towns.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Monroe Central Methodist Beats
Charlotte Churches

DR.. c. c. Weaver, pastor of Gen.
tral Methodist church, says he is not
in favor of trying to build up a Sun
day school through contests, but just
as matter Of interest, the Monroe
Methodist Sunday school has been in
included in the method of reports by
the Charlotte churches. The first re-
port was received here and compared
with the Central Methodist school last
Sunday morning.
The report stood as follows in at
tendance: Monroe Central, 552; Mems
Bible Class, 129; Charlotte Tryon
Street, 42l and "a; Trinity, 419 and
43; Hawthorne Lane, 1896 and 81.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Legion Minstrel Going to Lancaster
and Waxhaw This Week.

The American Legion minstrel re-
Gently given by the local Legion post
of Monroe is scheduled to put on
their show at Lancaster next Friday
evening and at Waxhaw next Satur-
day evening. The entire show will
be taken as given at the Strand a
few weeks ago. Some minor changes
in the program will take place and In
addition to these some fancy dancers
have been added and also a male
quartet which will be great asset
to the show. From all prospects a
full house will be awaiting them at
both places.
The characters will leave about
six o'clock Friay afternoon for Lam
caster by auto, and will put on the
show at s O'Clock In the opera house.
A complete rehearsal is called for
next Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock
In the Legion hall and all are re-
quested to be on hand.
Come, 60 along with the crowd,
and see a better show than you did
at Monroe.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Death of Mr.. w. ID. Lilies

Mr.. w. d. Lilies died about twelve
o'clock yesterday at his home in
Wingate, after lingering illness Of
several years. He was so years of
age and was most excellent old man.
He was a Confederate veteran and
fought bravely for his country dur
ing the Civil war. For long time
he had been a member of the Baptist
church and he was upright in his liv-
ing.
His wife, one son and two daugh-
tiers survive. Mr.. James Lilies of VIM
gate is the son and Mrs. w. j. Stew
art and Miss Daisy Lilies are the
daughters.
Funeral services were conducted
this afternoon at four o'clock by Rev.
R. E. Hoyle and Rev. A. C. Davis
and the remains were inferred in the
Wingate cemetery.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Pastime Theatre Will Give Proceeds
to Near East Relief Thursday

Mrs. Earl Shute has turned the
Pastime Theatre over to the cause Of
the Near East Relief for Thursday
afternoon and night. Eugene O'Bri-
en- Is to be featured in the drama ia
Life Worth Living" In addition
Snub Pollard and Sunshine Sammy.
the little negro, are to be seen In the
comedy "The Little Picanniny."
Several young ladies are selling
tickets for the show at rs cents each.
II Is hoped that no one win refuse to
buy tickets even II they are unable
to go to the show. Mrs. Shute Is CIV
ing the whole proceeds to the Near
East Relief. ard II Is certainly asking
little enough to ask that everyone
that Is solicited to buy tickets, do so
without protest or argument.
The program has been carefully Sc
lected and Is to be especially good.
The picture "Is Life Worth Living"
is a Louis ]. Selznick production and
the public mRy be assured that 1t is
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
NEWS of TOWN COUNTY

of the finest both as to photography
and story. Everyone at all familiar
with motion pictures is aware that
Eugene o'Brien is one Of the high
est salaried stars in the whole of
filmdom. Sunshine Sammy. the lit
tie negro. Is known the world over
for his inimitably clever comedy.
Tickets may be secured from un-
ion Drug Store, English Drug Store,
Crowell Variety Store. Mr.. Hawfeld.
any of the school teachers and several
high school girls.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Marriage of Mr.. Leonard and Miss
Curlee

At the home Of the officiating mag
istrate, Esq. w. L. Thomas, in Lanes
Creek township. Mr.. w. H. Leonard
and Miss Minnie Curlee were mar
ried Sunday afternoon.
Mr.. Leonard is son of Mr.. and
Mrs. H. c. Leonard and the bride is a
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs H. d. Cur
Ice, all of Lanes Creek. Mr.. Leonard
went to France during the World
War. He is young man of good
character and splendid ability. Mrs.
Leonard is an attractive young lady
of many virtues. The Journal ex-
tends them congratulations and good
wishes.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Dewitt Belk in Hospital

Mr.. Clay Rice of Chester, 5. G.,
writes The Journal that Mr.. Dewitt
c. Belk, son of Mr.. and Mrs. w. C.
Belk of Union county, is undergoing
treatment for rheumatism in the
Pryor hospital.
Mr.. Belk is manager of the Cooper
Furniture Co. of Chester. He served
in the world war and the trouble from
which he is suffering is a result Of
services overseas.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Mr.. Beck Dies in Kansas

Mr.. H. f. Copple received news a
few days ago of the death of his
brother-in-law, Mr.. w. L. Beck, on
February ninth at his home in Downs,
Kansas. Mr.. Beck had been in de-
elining health for some time. A few
days before his death he went with
his son, Sam, to the cemetery and Sc
lected burial lot and he also selected
his monument.
Mr.. Beck married s'stcr of Mr..
Couple, Miss Sarah NJ. Copple, in
1866 and moved from Davidson coun-
BY to Kansas in 1885. Mr.. Beck was
a good man and had many friends.
He is survived by two sons and a
daughter.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Mr.. Cecil Williams Goes to Gainesville

Mr.. Cecil Williams Goes to Gainesville
Mr.. Cecil Williams pf east Monroe
township left today for Gainesville,
Ca, where he will make his home
with his brother, Mr.. Kernie Williams,
and the young men will engage in
farming together.
The latter has recently been dis
charged from the 0teen hospital,
where he has been receiving treatment
for wounds and gas effects received
while serving in the American army
in France.
The former young man recently
married Miss Mary Crittenden OF
Gainesville and has purchased farm
which the government is assisting him
in financing.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
win Sneak on Menace of Mormonism

Will Speak on Menace OF Mormonism
MIS-. Lula Lovelace Shepherd, the
s'lvcr,ongued orator from the Rock
ie. viii speak on the Menace Of Nor
mon sm next Sunday morning at IL
o clock in the First Baptist church in
Monroe, at Central Methodist church
at 7:30 in the evening and in the af-
ternoon Sunday she will speak to wo-
men only, on The Secrets of the Nor
mon Temple, in tLe Presbyterian
church.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Dry Cleaning Plant to Open Soon

Dry Cleaning Plant to Open Soon
Mr.. NJ. G. Shepherd, who recently
moved from Newberry, S. c., to Mon
roe, has rented the Blair-English
building on South Main street and
will be ready to open his dry cleaning
plant at an early date. The building
is now being put in shape and ma
chinery will be installed soon.
Mr.. Shepherd and family are good
people and he will doubtless meet
with splendid success in this new en-
terprise for Monroe.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
DIR. Gurney Will Leave Monroe
April First

The pastoral relations Of DR.. II. +.
Gurney and the First Presbyterian
church of Monroe have been officially
sesered, effective April first. This
ection was taken by a meeting in
Charlotte on February goth of the
Mecklenburg Presbytery, DR.. Gurney
having resigned as pastor of the Mon
roe church several weeks ago.
DR.. Gurney will serve the Provi-
dence and Matthews churches of
Mecklenburg, and will reside in the
handsome manse of the Providence
church. The new charge is very
desirable one and DR.. Gurney will
have an opportunity to get plenty of
outdoor exercises and fresh air look
ing after the twenty-acre farm that
belongs to the church property.
The Monroe Presbyterian church,
as well as all other denominations, re-
gret very much for DR.. and Mrs.
Gurney to leave the city. They have
hundreds of warm friends in the city
and county whose best wishes will go
with them to their new work.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Their Turn

"Where are those wonderful serv-
ants of fifty years ago, that mother
talks off"
Flava-"Oh, my dear! Don't you
know? Why! they're having servant
troubles of their own!"-London Mail.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mr.. J. w. Fowler left last night
for Atlanta where he will buy mules
for the stables Of Fowler G. Lee.
Mr.. Charles Iceman and DR.. r. l..
Payne returned yesterday from Bal
timore where Mr.. Iceman has been
receiving treatment for the past few
days. His friends will be pleased
to learn that his condition has i'm
proved.
A car belonging to Mr.. Lee Trull of
Monroe was burned near Wingate
Saturday night. The car was partly
covered by insurance.
Mrs. Vann Secrest, who has been
i'll for the past several days, is i'm
proving.
Mr.. M. X. Lee is expected to be
out again in few days. He has been
confined to his room with la grippe.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Cases of little interest occupied the
courts time the latter part of last
week.
Lillian Marshall, colored, recovered
$40 and interest from Monroe Bank
& Trust Co., II being contended that
the bank had paid out money on
forged checks. but the jury rendered
a verdict in favor Of the negro.
Mr.. NJ. A. Helms was allowed $3.50
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Any man who insists on having
something with a "kick" might buy a
Missouri mule.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Mr.. N. s. ogburn Made Life Member

Upon motion Of Mr.. w. S. Blake
ney the Mems Bible Class Of Central
Methodist church Sunday unanimous
ly voted Mr.. N. S. 0gburn life men,
Der Of the class. Mr.. 0gburn is
veteran member Of the church and is
in III health. The love and sympathy
of the class were extended Mr.. 0gburn
in his affliction.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

where delicious tream and cake
were served On the table were two
immense birthday cakes, one con-
tanning thirteen candles, the other
seven. The party then adjourned to
the Strand theatre.
Mrs. Loula Shannon and Miss Ma
bel Shannon are spending today in
Wadesboro because Of the illness Of
a small son of Mr.. and Mrs. G. D..
Davidson.
Mr.. Marion Graveley, who is at
tending the State College in Raleigh,
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mrs. Bob Freeman and daughter.
spent the weekend with the formers
brother, Mr.. w. w. Bland.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mr.. C. w. Walton's Sunday school
class OF boys at the Presbyterian
church entertained the girls classes
at a most delightful and unique
George Washington party last We'd
nesday evening following the prayer
meeting service. Small hatchets
were given as favors aud on each was
inscribed the password. II cannot tell
lie" Many games were played and
in an amusing contest Miss Margaret
shannon won ;he prize. box shaped
as hatchet and filled with cherries.
Wesley Coble then read "A Serious
Essay on George Washington" which
was composed by Mr.. Walton for the
occasion. Cream and cake were serv-
ed.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mrs. W. S. Baskerville underwent
a serious operation for mastoiditis
Saturday evening at the Ellen Fitz-
gerald hospital. The operation,
which was performed by DR.. Whis-
nant, was success and Mrs. Bas-
kerville Is recovering nicely. Mrs.
Baskerville's parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
Mullen, came down Friday from Lin
-comton TO be with their daughter,
Mr.. Mullen returning today. Mr..
Baskerville's mother fiom Charlotte
is also here.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

spent the weekend with his parents
in Monroe.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

The many friends OF Mrs. John R.
Simpson will regret TO learn that she
is suffering very greatly with her
eyes. DR.. Whisnant after a thor
ough examination last Saturday fear
ed that Mrs. Simpson might lose the
sight of one eye altogether.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mrs. r. L. Payne and Miss 0ctavia
Houston spent the weekend in
Pinehurst.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mrs. w. S. Lee and little daughter.
York Houston, Of Macon, Ca, will
arrive tomorrow evening for an ex-
tended visit to relatives.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28
Social and Personal

Mrs. W. ]. Heath delightfully."- en-
tertained the Wednesday Afternoon
Bridge Club last week. Hatchets
and cherries used as decorations and
favors carried out the George Wash
ingtop note. A salad course with
coffee and mints were served by the
hostess assisted by Mesdames Frank
Rose and John English. Special
guests included Mrs. ID. L. Middle
ton. Mrs. n. NJ. Redfearn and Mrs.
4. L. Payne.
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Mrs. Grier Hudson OF Raleigh Is
the guest of her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. John Yates. Mr.. 0gburn Yates.
a student at the University. spent the
week end here
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28


Mrs. w. S. Lee and little daughter.
York Houston, Of Macon. Ca, will
arrive tomorrow evening for an ex-
tended visit to relatives.
Mr.. Hilliard Wolfe and Miss lsa-
belle Secrest were quietly married
Sunday afternoon by DR.. c. c. Wea-
yer at the home OF Mrs. Minnie
Wolfe. The wedding came as q
complete surprise TO the many
friends of the bride and groom. Mrs
Wolfe is the youngest daughter OF
Mr.. and Mrs. A. A. Secrest and is a
bright and charming young woman.
She received her education at the
Monroe High School and at the
State College for Women. For sew
eral years she has held a position in
the city schools and as teacher she
made an unusual success Mr.Wolfe
the son of Mrs. Minnie Wolfe, is one
of Monroe's finest young men. He is
engaged in the cotton business. Mr..
and Mrs. Wolfe will make their home
with Mr.. Wolfe's mother.
Mrs. Horace Neal entertained her
bridge club and few invited guests
this morning. A gelatin salad, stuff
ed tomatoes, fudge cake and coffee
were served.
DR.. and Mrs. w. r. Burrell enter
tanned the B. Y. P. U. of the Baptist
church at q delightful George Wash
ington party last Friday evening.
Many games and contests were enjoy
ed, following which an ice course
was served.
Mr.. ]. D. McRae and Miss Frances
Mcintosh were married at noon Sat-
urday at the homo of the brides pa
rens, Mr.. and Mrs. Craig Mcintosh,
of Denver, N. c. Ferns and quanti-
ties of yellow daffodils were used In
making the home beautiful. The cer-
emony was performed by DR.. c. c.
Weaver, pastor of Central Methodist
church, assisted by Rev. H. c. By
rum, pastor of the Denver Methodist
church. The wedding music was
played by Miss Connie Fowler and
Miss frankie Mundy sang AT Dawn
ing" Immediately preceding the
bride came Billy Mundy Fowler. car
rying the ring in beautiful lily. The
bride was handsomely dressed In a
tailored suit OF navy blue tricotine,
She wore a corsage OF lilies and
brides roses. Following the cere-
mony an elegant three course lunch
con was served by Misses Mae and
Zetta Mcintosh. sisters OF the bride.
Monroe people who attended the
wedding were Mr.. and Mrs. ]. w.
Fowler, Miss Connie Fowler. Homer
Fowler, Miss frankie Mundy, and
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Huntley. Mrs.
McRae, who taught In the Monroe
grammar school last fall. Is a lady
OF splendid character and culture.
Mr. McRae Is a business man held
in high esteem by the citizens OF
Monroe. He has been many times
mayor OF the city. Is now an alder
man and chairman OF the county
road commission. Mr.. and Mrs. Nc
Rae arrived In Monroe Saturday.
Mrs. Grier Hudson OF Raleigh Is
the guest of her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. John Yates. Mr.. 0gburn Yates.
a studen; at the University. spent the
weekend here.
Louise and David Taylor. children
Of Mr.. and Mrs. H. F. Taylor, joint
" celebrated their birthdays Satur-
day afternoon. Peanuts. mints and
uunch were served TO the Young folks
The Monroe journal., 1922-02-28

Louise and David Taylor. children
Of Mr.. and Mrs. H. F. Taylor, joint
" celebrated their birthdays Satur-
day afternoon. Peanuts. mints and
punch were served TO the young folks
shortly after their arrival. They
were then invited to the dining room
Perth Amboy evening news., 1922-02-24
GREAT PROGRESS MADE
WITH Y. w. H. A.. REVUE

With fifty pretty chorus girls and
thirty principals ir the cast, the COM
ing minstrel and revue to be given
under the direction of the Y. w. H.
A. in the Majestic theatre, March z,
is expected to utpass the average
amateur performance. The latest
songs ard eccentric dances will give
the girls an excellent opportunity to
show their friends their ability as
entertainers. Anyone who enjoys
youngsters ca the stage cannot afford
to miss the Miller tots. the Midgets
anS Jeanette Levlnsom in their
their singing ana dancing numbers.
Under the direction of Ben Berse.
the end "men" namely the Misses
Minnie IsenDers Blanche Spiegel,
Ida Jaffe, Sally Miller. Ida Rubin,
Bess S%lobodien. Title Wedeen and
Marion Mintz, who have been select
ed COR their talent as testers, singers
AMI darcers will no doubt show a
brand of entertaining heretofore I'M
seen or heard in amateur circles.
Ada Carson will act as interlocutor.
With only a week more in which
to rehearse. the principals, chorus
AMI members of the dancing and
singing groups are showing interest
in their work. Tickets are going
fast and may be procured from n
member of the Y. w. H. A. or Y. NJ.
III. A.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1922-02-24
BOTANICAL COLLECTION
AT THE LIBRARY

An interesting botanical collection
Is on exhibition in the childrens
room of the public library today.
The exhibit. which consists of some
of the grasses and leaves of Staten
Island and vicinity, has beer loaned
to the institution by DR.. Z. c. Juhl,
of Richmond Valley, Staten Island.
1t was received yesterday and this
morning was placed on view in the
children's room, where 1t is TO re-
main until March 20.-The speci-
mems arc carefully mounted on
boards and offer an excellent study
of leaves and grasses to be found
on the island.
In connection with the exhibit
Miss Edith Crowell, librarian. has
made out a list Of books suggested
for study. The list includes the fol-
lowing: Bailey. Lessons with Plants;
Coulter, Textbook of Botany; Gray,
School and Field Book of Botany;
Gray. New Manual of Botany: Hens
low, Poisonous Plants in Field and
Garden: Peterson. How to Know
Wild Fruit; Strasburger, Textbook
Of Botany; Clute, Ferry Allies of
North America; Georgia, Manual of
Weeds; Wright, Flowers and Ferns
in their Haunts; L~ounsberry, Guide
to the Wild Flowers; Mathews, Fa-
miliar Flowers of Field and Garden;
Dana, How to Know the Wild Flow
ers,