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Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Faded Plates
To Be Traded
Without Cost

Motorists whose State license tags
have faded beyond the point where
numerals can be read may trade IN
these old plates to the State for new
ones without cost. il was stated To-
dav by W. c. Gates. manager OF the
local office of the Carolina Motor
Club, which handles license sales for
Henderson and this territory. He has
been advised by the State license
bureau that the transfer may be
made.
The State announced its readiness
to exchange new plates after so many
complaints had been made Of the
fading Of the maroon paint on the
numerals and lettering.
In making the exchange, the old
plates have to be surrendered, TO-
eether with the pocket card, and the
new card will be mailed from Ra-
leigh. The plates, however, Will be
furnished by the local office.
A number of car owners in Hen
derson have license plates that are
so badly faded that the numerals
and lettering are virtually illeglble,
and those desiring new ones may get
them free by calling at the motor club
office here and complying with the
formalitieS required.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Countrywide
Picnic For
Teachers

A countrywide picnic honoring the
teachers OF Henderson and Vance
county is being planned by the Par
Association in the coun-
ty. The picnic will be in the nature
of welcome to the new teachers,
and is planned for Wednesday, Sep
TENDER II, the date that the initial
teachers meeting will be held before
the opening of the fall term.
The picnic rs to be held on the
Henderson high school grounds at
1890 o'clock, and, in case Of bad
weather, will be in the high school
cafeteria. During the afternoon sew
erai distinguished speakers will APP
pear before the group, their names
and subjects to be announced later.
In letters sent today to the preSl-
dents of the various PIT. A. groups
in Vance county, signed by Mrs. d.
D. Hocutt, president protein Of the
county organization for Mrs. G. r.
Allen, members in the city and coun-
ty were urged to support the picnic,
1t is planned that each person bring
a picnic lunch for the affair.
Plans for the picnic were laid at
a recent meeting of the Vance coun-
ty council Of Parents and Teachers,
and they are very anxious that the
full cooperation of the members be
given to the undertaking.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Ethics Code
Stressed At
Rotary Meet

F, w. Moore was in charge OF the
program at the regular weekly meet
ing of the Rotary club Tuesday even
ing at the Vance hotel, and presented
R. c.. Kittrell, member or the Hen
derson bar, who spoke on the no
tary Code of Ethics.
Mr.. Kittrell said the medical pro-
fession was the first to adopt a code
of ethics, and the Rotary club was
the second group to adopt such a
code. By their example and efforts,
other groups have since formed
codes of ethics, bringing business
dealings to higher plane.
The speaker declared Rotary
members should take their code OF
ethics back to their professions, busl-
nesscs and crafts and practice them
He told of the progress being made
by such codes.
The next meeting will be held in
Henderson high cafeteria, with E. NJ
Rollins in charge Of the program.
Leo Grutth, of Graham. and Carl
Moore. of Gastonia, visiting Rotar-
ians. made up an attendance at the
session. and MI Moore had Jack
Dempsey. of Gastonia, as his guest.
A new member. James M. Proctor
superintendent at Harriet Mills, was
taken into the club.
Miss Edna Oliver and Miss Fannie
Faucette were guests of Dr.. A. d.
Gregg for the meeting.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Will Widen
Highway Is
Into Durham

Contract for widening and i'm
proving the highway from Durham
northWard TO the Ncuse river on
Route Is was expected to be let by
the State Highway and Public
Works Commission in Raleigh today
or tomorrow, after bids were opened
on Tuesday
The low bid on 80 miles of grad
etc widening and construc :
ton of bridges was submitted by J..
p. Mcclure and Company. of Dur
nam, at figure Of S79,0l3.20. The
work is to begin at the Elizabeth
treet crossing in Durham and extend
The distance to the river bridge.
The bid on the Durham project Wa5
nc of 16 low estimates en- various
State projects announced by tn
highway board in Raleigh Tuesday.
Did" nm tho entire total amounted to
s1.212.392.92.
II is presumed that work will be
begun Immediately, but how long
will be required for the job was not
learned.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Wednesday
Last
This Season

Retail and other business estab-
lishmentS IN henderson who have
observed half holidays for their en-
ployees on Wednesdays during the
three summer months, June, July and
August, had their final day OIL this
afternoon. A number Of concerns
were in cooperation with this custom
during the summer period, an innoVa-
ton which has peen observed for
several years in this city.
While many followed this course a
number Of other stores adopted a
policy of closing every afternoon
Except Saturdays at 5 o'clock, or
an hour earlier than ordinarily. Those
who have been observing this prac-
ticc will not complete their summer
schedule until Friday.
On next Monday, the first busl-
ness day in September, regular bust
ness hours will be observed by all
establishments in the city, these to
continue until it is time again next
summer. to consider some form Of
cooperative closing during the hot
months.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Bailey Will
Vote Now For
Conscription

S6nDtnr I.,iI,-.
.,I-o. D'iiCy' WI" rcCentIy b,s
tion h;n Sm 'e"HAa' the con,crir
for = aoo .'''J Nv" decided 70 v1,o
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Da'iy DiSl'"'c!' To-Day npm he an
,,nnod, oli'N 80 "c'"y America, pre-
p pLa rui"' - 10 I1tc t0y mn,
' l.IiSn, nv .|'"' f"'.1Uiua Is ,Sa
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oo,,n,,ISnr,, ,,;I.. vac 10: immcdIa,a
octln. n,oi.,r ,',t'' J, II, zee because
~, n1op,. In','7IN oc'IN'fa'on !, seen
tbaIn '',L, ~ .' ~ necessary. There are
!. no, -, ,,o Co'>'Gei N'' I'll. Country
tb;nI, :. T. -, 49, .1 ''!I' = 1'l' others who
Goa i o,,,. a,.' m',-,,.s''''I rc.ID A.
tn, hail i. ,,>I ~ - j. peril and
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Ian :, ,",' 'a,''''>' il. bal 10 dc-
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WV, wv 'a ,iln "a, aIl"Lo l" FISK our fate
W. co ny ha a",o y! any 'oer nation.
W. e''ii Oeo'i'ic do.C 10 oe.cnd our
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Vacationists
Going Strong

With the flag end of the /ummcr
at hand, vacatOnistS here are re-
turning home after trips that have
taken them to greater distances, III
some instances, than they have ever
been before 1t has appeared to be
one of the greatest vacation seasons
on record for a large section OF the
public in general.
Trips made have extended to near
ly all sections of the United States
and even as far away as half across
the Pacific ocean. Some have been
to California and to the Canadian
Rockies. Others have been to Cuba,
some to the Gulf coast, or to Flor
ida, and countless citizens have visit
ed the New York Worlds Fair, and
many of these have continued on
into New England, upper New York
State and Niagara Falls and Canada'
The mountains Of North Carolina
and Virginia have been attractive
for dozens, to say nothing OF the
hundreds who have been to the
beaches and to the Manteo pageant
Owners of more modest bank rolls
lave been content with visiting rela-
tives or friends in various parts OF
this and nearby states.
But those who have taken to the
highways and to buses and trains fol
trips have been in greater numbers
than perhaps ever before. according
to those who have been in position
TO observe the movement OF the
ropulace. Private automobiles have
seemed to be the faVorite and cheap
est modes Of travel.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Salvationist
Fund Asked

An effort by personal solicitation
will be made by Salvation Army
workers tomorrow afternoon to raise
$40 as the local corps quota for re-
placing Salvation Army equipment
in the war zone in Europe, it was
stated today by Sam Afford, cfsir-
man of the local advisory board.
The equipment was lost in the
retreat of the French and Belgians
before the German lightning war last
spring, and has never been recovered.
Requirements to be procured with
funds now soug',t Will in no wise
be liable to seizure by the Germans,
it is said.
The Army's units over the coun-
try are asking public contributions
for the cause, and the Henderson
corps has been asked for $40. Mr.. Al
ford said he hoped the amount could
be raised Thursday afternoon, Or GER
tainly by Friday.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Big Crowds
At Baptist
Revival Meet

At Tuesday evenings service OF
the youth revival. being conducted
Tins week ut the FIRST Baptist church'
Rev. Albert SimmS. assistant pastor
of the church. continued his dlScuS-
si,r> an Foundations Of Christian
itv" with an excellent treatment ol
thr tnuic The Art OF Making En-
Clt>c$.
The revival opened Sunday even
mo M the union service, held at the
FH>t Baptist church. Last evening
9rtcrd3nce was the largest So lar,
with the main auditorium prac'tch-
" filled, and many occupying seats
in the balcony.
MIR. SinmS indicated that IN re-
Geion. as IN other things, people all
700 frequently are guilty OF making
aljbi< He declared that the reason
for those alibiS generally lies IN me
fact that actually they are more M
tcreStcd in other things than they
are in their profession. People often
excuse themselves from duty ana
from Christian service when tney
have not really taken time to ap-
nreciate their Christian faith.
He referred in his discussion TO
thircS which come into the lie OF
A Christian and make him feel the
need ut making excuses. Some OF
these things are the lack OF self con-
troll. and impatient temper, evil
habits. among which he listed the
very dangerous habit OF strong drink
both fur youths and for adults.
Tie congregation listened atlen-
lively to all the message and showed
its keen appreciation by expression
after the service. The large groups
of Young people and Intermediates
occupied reserved places IN the
church.
The committees for the meeting
are composed of young people who
are funcliouing in I fine manner. Is
pccialIv is this true with reference
10 the choir loft which Is packed
with young people, and the uSherS,
who are serving night by night.
The sermon announced for tonight
is The First Step Toward God. The
public is cordially invited to be pre-
Sent tor this service and for the 9TH
er> Of the week. The meeting VIII
continue thrOug>. Sunday. with SerN-
ices every evening except Saturday.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
DIR. Gregg Cites
Disease Dangers
Following Rains

DR.. A. D. Gregg. Vance county
health officer. today issued warn
inc to county residents, saying tna'
recent heavy rains in tins Sectloil
may have contaminated their water
supply. ,.o,os
The rolling lands and distances
from any large streams protec'
Vance county from the devastating
damage of heavy rains and floods,
Dr Gregg said. "Our fields are
washed and eroded to some extent
and loss of fertility results.
But one danger to people llFins
in rural sections after heavy rams
snch rs we have had is the contaml-
nation of drinking water. This Dan.
ocr largely depends on the source Oh
drinking water. People who use open
springs and wells. or wells not wen
protectcd from surface water, run
IN ;mminent risk of typhoid fever
after washing rains. Springs, often
situated near branches q gullles, are
FREQUENTLY overfloWed by rams
carrvine into the spring filth from
outside. Almost all cases OF typhoio'
where there is no epidemic OF the
disease. originate from the drinking
OF infected water.
DR.. Gregg also said that there is
danger of an intcStation OF mosqul-
toes following the rains, and he Sug-
cested that chap oil be spread over
waterholeS near houses.
Wells and springs should be
cleaned out. the health officer SAID
and chlorinated lime should be
plced in them.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
CAN YOU ANSWER
THESE QUESTIONS?
See Page -Four

|. Name the three main divisions OF
the human race that are recognized
today.
2. Do japanese ounce trees have
edible fruit2
3. Which country is Khartoum the
capital?
4. What is the name of the lnstru-
ment used to measure humidity!
5. What is dace?
6. Is Henry A. Wallace, Democratic
Vice Presidential candidate, native
of Iowa, Idaho or Kansas?
7. Does the Post Office charge for
c. o. D. service?
8. Who composed the music OF
The Rosary? 80
g. Which is the "Pine Tree State :
10, Name the important jewish
feast that occurs in the Spring OF ire
year.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
.Middleburg
Opens Sept. 3

E. o. Young, Jr., Middleburg
school principal, today stated that
his school will open on September 8,
little more than week ahead Oh
other Vance county schools.
MIR. Young said the early opening
was for the convenience of students
in the DreWry section who are served
by Warren county buses. Warren
schools open on Sept. 8, and one of
the trucks for Warren brings students
from the Drewry section to certain
points where they are picked up by
Middleburg buses.
Middleburg patrons were requested
to note the early starting date, and
have their children prepared to en-
ter school at that time.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Tablet Will
Honor Late
John Graham

A tablet to the memory of the late
John Graham, former principal OF
Ridgeway and Warrenton high
schools, will be unveiled in the
cemetery at Ridgeway next Sunday
afternoon at 3 o'clock, it was learned
here today. The tablet is the gift OF
former students of the RidgeWay and
Warrenton schools.
All former students and friends
of the deceased educator and his
family are invited to attend the serV-
ices.
No official program has been re-
ceived, but it is understood that a
solemn service will be arranged.
Prof. Graham was founder and
during its life head OF the Graham
school in Warrenton. So high is he
held in the affections of the people
OF Warrenton and Warren county
that the high school erected in the
county -Sat several years ago was
named the John Grahan high school.
It is expected that many from Hen
derson will attend the services which
will be in the Ridgeway cemetery at
8 D. m. next Sunday.
Among those here who have re-
ceived invitations to attend the cere-
monies Sunday afternoon is John B..
Watkins, who with four of his broth
ers and a numt.r of others from
Henderson atterEed Prof. Graham's
school. Mr.. Watkins said today tine
building at Ridgeway was burned
by one of the students, which caused
him to move to Warrenton. The John
Graham high school in Warrenton
stands on the same site and is a
successor to his school. He was
known far and wide as teacher,
particularly of Latin.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Band Asked
To Whitakers

Henderson high school band has
been invited to Whitakers Septem-
Der 3 to participate in the Tri-County
fair ceremonies, w. T. Hearne, dl-
rector stated today.
Harry z. Moore, chairman of the
fair committee at Whitakcrs, issued
the invitation. The fair is being
sponsored by the Whitakers fire de-
partment, and draws from Nash,
Halifax and Edgecombe counties.
Members of the band have been
asked to call Mr.. Hearne for the hour
of departure, and those who can not
attend are asked to turn in then
uniforms in order that they may
be worn by some other member with
out uniform.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
TWO REGISTRATIONS
WITH THE REGISTRY

Two realty registrations were re-
ccivcd at the Vance Registry Tues
lay. records showed today.
Marvin Edwards, ct al, sold Alex
S. Watkins lot on College street
for $40 and considerations.
J. H. Langston, ct al, gave j. c.
Kittrell a quit claim deed to property
on the Townsville road for 81 and
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
STILL CAPTURED ON
SATTERWHITE ROAD

ABC Officers J. c. Champion and
L. A. Jackson continued their eff
forts Tuesday to surb the illicit llq-
uor traffic in Vance county by
smashing d 5O-gallon plant in Mid
dleburg township, and on the Satter-
white road. The officers said the
plant was not in operation, and evil
denccs about it indicated that a run
had been completed just few days
previous to the raid.
The plant was wrecked.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
P. 0. 5. A. CAMP PLANS
FOR BIG GATHERING

Members of the local camp Of the
Patriotic Order Sons of America are
looking forward to their "Fam,ly
Day" which will be observed Fri
day afternoon. beginning a, 3
o'clock. with dinner being served q,
o'clock.
The outing promises 10 be one Of
the outstanding events on the P. 0. S.
A. program here this year
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 1910
Entertainers At
South Henderson

The "Minervy and Uncle Pete"
radio group will appear at the South
Henderson community house, Friday
night, August 30th, at 8 o'clock. A
new show, with singing farm boys,
yodeling, good music and plenty of
fun is promised.
This group is heard daily over
station WRAL, Raleigh, and it is
hoped there will be a large number
to see them in person Friday night.
"A small admission will be charged
and proceeds will be used on the re-
pair fund of White Memorial church.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
Mayor Talks
At Meet Of
Boys State

Mayor henry r. Powell of Hen
derson was one of the speakers who
addressed the Boys State Confer
ence at Chapel Hill Tuesday night.
He appeared at the request of Albert
Coates. director of the Institute Of
Government, under whose auspices
the conference is being held at the
State University. The mayor spoke
on municipal government.
On the program Tuesday also were
Secretary of State Thad Eure, Judge
Henry L. Stevens, of the State SUI
nerior court; Administrative Dean R.
3 House, of the University; and Ray
Wolfe, head football coach at Car
O1ina
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
No PRAYER Meeting.

No prayer services will be held
this evening at the First Methodist
church on account Of the revival
meeting in progress at the First Bap-
fist church. it was announced today
bv the pastor. Rev. B. c. ReavlS.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
ONE CASE BEFORE
MAYOR H. T. POWELL

There was one charge at today's
session of city court, with Mayor
Henry T. Powell presiding.
Elmus Bennett pleaded guilty to
being drunk and was taxed with the
costs.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28

Traffic Fine-H. B. Hicks paid
81 into the office of the city clerk
as fine for traffic law violation,
records there showed today.
Henderson daily dispatch. (Henderson, N.C.) 1914-1995, 1940-08-28
AT PRAYER Service

Rev. J. T. Starnes will be the
sneaker this evening at the mid
week PRAYER service at the First
Corgres decentralization church.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-02-12
) 1I...~>.o Outlook Forces
Interest In Cotton Crop
c,,,e College Cotton
s 2'" Says Farm
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Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-02-12
PEANUT MARKETING
SLOW ON BAD ROADS

College Station, Raleigh, Feb 12.--
Road conditions are affecting the
marketing of eastern North Cardinals
peanut crop, says B. Troy Ferguson,
district farm agent Of the State Col
lege Extension Service for the north
eastern counties, where most of the
peanuts are grown. This, together
with tendency on the part of farm
ers to ask higher prices than millers
are willing to pay, has caused haul
ings Of farmers stock peanuts to be
among the lightest ever known for
this season Of the year." he stated
Ferguson said that the condition
Of secondary roads in eastern Caro-
lima last week made it extremely
difficult to get any but small loads
out from the farms to main high
ways.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-02-12
| PAKAD|SElz y (
l@ 9~Ama S0ux -S1arbVrry~--[/// MhEN TI
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thought of that. I do have a spon-
SOr."
You certainly have" Lane
laughed with relish.
Cholly eyed him uncertainty.
Tell me-" she begged, please
tell me whose program it is"
Not on your lifew Lane got up.
It's too late for you to ask ques-
tons now. Run along home and find
out for yourself. I'll see you tomor-
row afternoon at two. here in my
Office. Then I'll introduce you to the
program director, who will handle
your broadcast
Outside the Byrd Cromwell
agency, Cholly leaned ,.gainst the
building.
My hearts pounding so | can't
breathe, Romey! I can't wait till
I get home to look at this precious
thing"
you promised" Romany took
the envelope away from her.
Tell me-" begged Cholly. III
bet you know all about it."
Il swear I don't" Romany de-
MED solemnly But 1 know Brent
had nothing to do with it. I called
him last night"
In the bus. Cholly sighed happily.
pinch me and see if I'm drcam-
ing, Rooney. It's all happened so
suddenly, I still! think must be
asleep. Do you know what this will
mean to Nom and the kids ?"
Romany nodded.
Cholly said wonderin9lv:
"My-oWn program! Fifteen min
utes every morning, over coast.
forecast network"
The forty-fve minutes it took to
ride out on the bus seemed like a
day At Sevcnty-third street they
got off and ran into the apartment.
Romany's fingers were all thumbs
opening the door
Inside. she held the brown en-
velope aloft. Cholly sat down on the
divan in the living room.
You look Romany, and tell me-"
Eve an idea" ROmany laughed
breathIcssiy. Lets prolong the
agony. This calls for celebration.
Let's drink a glass of champagne
to your unknown sponsor"
Lets" Cholly agreed eXcitedly.
But hurry! Before I drop dead
with curiosity"
Romany ran to the dining room
cabinet and got two glasses. Then
to the special cabinet where Aunt
Cissic kept her wines. Her hands
tremblcd pouring the champagne.
Back in the living room, eyes
sparkling, Romany and Cholly held
their glasses aloft.
ITO our unknown sponsor" toast
cd Romany Gdily. BLESSINGS be on
his old bald head
And may his bank roll hold out,
long after he's dead" Cholly
rlylncd namely.
Ito BE Continued