The Charlotte Observer from Charlotte, North Carolina • 5

nrihfiinn jf- ir ii ia iin nun i mhi SECTION ONE THE CHARLOTTE OBSERVER The Foremost Newspaper of The Two Carolinas SUNDAY 'AUGUST 5 1934 PAGE FIVE sort of high speed Is liable to slide off the road or find his car turning crosswise when he applies the brakes I am not informed as to whose duty it is to clean the mud off as Morrison boulevard was not built by the county or the state I am told but by private owners of adjacent property GENERAL MECKLENBURG LOOKS THEM ANO WRITES A PEW OPEN LETTERS that they did not have the sentiment of a large proportion of the voters It must be apparent to most of those who are acquainted with local sentiment that it would hardly be possible to carry an election for change from the modern city council-manager form of government to the old abandoned aldermanic plan providing for about a dozen aldermen each elected by his ow'n ward and responsible only to the voters of that ward and therefore naturally interested primarily in pleasing the citizens of his own ward with no one on the governing board representing the whole municipality or responsible to all the people of the city No plan of government will prove perfect or satisfactory to everybody but the council-manager plan is the best that Charlotte has tried and it has tried all the principal forms including the aldermanic the commission and the council-manager form There is little danger that the people vlould vote to change from the present to the aldermanic plan but why put the taxpayers to the expense of an election when only about 10 per cent of the voters are known to be in favor of such an election? GENERAL MECKLENBURG Mr II Foider Chairman Board of Governors Mecklenburg Sanatorium My Dear Mr Fowler: Somtme ago on the basis of complaints that had reached me from some of the patients in the Meiklenburg sanatorium I suggested that some sort of treatment be given the driveway ln front of the hospital to eliminate the possibility of dust being stirred by traffic and wind Driving by there a few days ago I noticed that nothing has been done to improve the situation It Is not very dusty to be sure as the earth and sand driveway that loops in front of the building has a type of surface that does not produce a great amount of dust Nevertheless a small amount of dust is annoying and injurious I should think to tubercular patients Some dust must arise from the driveway in very dry weather w'hen traffic moves over it while the wind is blowing to the discomfort of patients occupying screened porches GENERAL MECKLENBURG STARTS OX PAGE ONE the annua report of Capt Chas Farmer commander of the state highway patrol as published last Thursday morning in which he recommended that 300 patrolmen be employed by the state protect the lives and property of our citizens on the No stronger argument for a substantial increase In the patrol personnel could be presented than the figures contained In the report for the year ending June 30 showing that 908 persons were killed and 6482'Injured In 3855 accidents and also showing that the patrol cost the taxpayers 3465101 les than nothing In other words the patrol small as it is collected for the state five times the appropriation which the legislature made for its maintenance Practically all of the $465101 revenue derived from the activities of the NOW In Charleston Where Ocean Breezes Blow The FRANCIS MARION HOTEL Offers the ideal and delightful way to enjoy an economical seashore vacation with all the ad-' vantages of a city Golf Tennis Dancing Theaters Surf Bathing Fishing Boating Motoring Sightseeing etc Offers choice of a variety of attractively planned week-end trips at rates rangingfrom $250 daily covering hotel room and bath with certain meals-theater Send for descriptive booklet NEW SUMMER WEEK-END AND VACATION TOURS COMBINATION RATES Wrifp or Wire Willard A Senna Mgr "The Francis Marion ts Charleston's Lamest and Finest Hotel To the A Chapters of Charlotte: You and the community are to be congratulated upon the transformation that has been effected at the Camp Greene monument to the ugly patrol was money that would not have been collected had there been condition of which attention was called in this department two weeks ago no patrol VViiereas the site of the memorial had been neglected to the extent that In addition to the revenue turned in to the state the counties I weeds and bushes had grown up until the base of the monument was vir-recelved 154295 in court costs for services rendered by the patrol tually obscured the grounds arourfd the shaft have been nicely cleaned the schools received 377822 from the activities of the patrol in fines ancl mad attractive Mr Chas Gilmore Mecklenburg county admin-imposed on defendants for violations and citizens benefitted by $76- istrator of federal emergency relief deserves credit for the job that has 1(1 through recoveries of stolen property been done and also for the plans he has for much further beautification Of course the records could not show how many fatalities and monument site this fall injuries were pretented by the activities and by the existence of the GENERAL MECKLENBURG patrol One guess perhaps is as good as another but in these days of speed and recklessness it is not a wild flight of imagination to 3 Arthur Wcartl suppose that the number killed might have been 1800 instead of 908 IftfayQj Charlotte If there had been no patrol to interfere or to be feared My Dear Mayor AVearn: A hen one reads the report of the activities of the patrol of fewer Y'our insistance that the police department see that taxicab drivers men than there are counties in the state patrolling 48000 miles of observe the traffic laws Is commendable Recently I have heard road one wonders what might be accomplished by an adequate patrol considerable complaint because of alleged recklessness on the part of 300 men as recommended by Captain Farmer An adequate high- of drlvers for certaln taxlcab companles Just the past week a citizen way patrol is one of the urgent needs of North Carollsa and this is of charlotte was complaining that certain of these drivers pull from a subject that should be given the most thoughtful consideration by the curb nto the traffic lanes and dash ln and out hUher an(J thItheri in the streets without regard for safety or the laws It was only a all those who will compose the next legislature Mr Jeffrcss Chairman State Highway and Public Works Commission My Dear Mr Jeffrcss: A citizen who recently traveled that way informs me that a fine job Is being done in straightening sharp curves widening regrading and otherwise improving highway No 26 between Roaring Gap and Sparta The narrow mountain road that was rough and poorly graded as I am informed called for the improvement that Is under w'ay and about which my informant spoke with enthusiasm GENERAL MECKLENBURG ri Say Saw It in The Thank You! 3 AT JOHNSTON'S GENERAL MECKLENBURG day or two later that you issued a statement on the subject describing their practices in almost the same words as my friend had been using in telling me of his observations He made it clear however that his complaint did not apply bo all the taxicab drivers but only to those in the service of certain companies GENERAL MECKLENBURG at flmijiiuf low Cost! Folks when I say save you I mean Just limit money in the Kink when you buy any of the many thrilling values now being offered This has been a great sale and our stock is very low in some departments but our six large floors still hold thousands of wonderful values Da- USE YOUR CREDIT TO MAKE THESE To the Citizens of Charlotte: It must have been gratifying to the majority of the thoughtful citizens of Charlotte to note recent reports indicating probable abandonment of the movement to bring about an election on the question of return to the old aldermanic form of government In this city If the leaders of the movement wish sincerely to serve the interests of the Judge Fred IlcbllS President city and community they may well consider abandonment of the Mecklenburg Civic League proposal to force an election My Dear Judge Helms: Under the law enacted by the last legislature it requires only Your organization is to be commended in my opinion for its 10 per cent of the voters to force the expense of an election upon the announced program of vigilante against the return of the unlawful taxpayers even though 90 per cent be opposed to the holding of puch slot machines by which the members of the league are to be watchful an election The fact that the number of petitipners to procure an and report the appearance of these devices It will require vigilance election was reduced from 20 to 10 per cent would seem to indicate to keep them out of the city and county As pointed out ln one of that the proponents of return to the aldermanic system recognized these letters a few weeks ago although they have been eliminated 1 they soon would return after the stir that resulted in their elimination (has subsided unless the police or somebody else makes it a point to watch for them and take action upon their reappearance GENERAL MECKLENBURG mn INSTITUTE New Complete Siewart-Warner RADIO OUTFIT Junior college college preparatory and commercial departments Established 1S52 Non-denominational Located in the healthful Piedmont section sixteen miles northwest of Greensboro Seven buildings Modern equipment Experienced faculty Small classes Supervised studv Athletics encouraged Junior unit 30-piece band Write for catalogue and view book Address OAK RIDGE MILITARY INSTITUTE Oak Itldge I Mr Pridgen City Manager My Dear Mr rndgen: Some vacant lots and some sidewalks ln the city need attention because of the weeds that lately have grown up and which seem to have been neglected In the last few davs I have noticed two places where the weeds overlap the sidewalks so that a pedestrian would have to walk out in The streets to avoid getting his clothing wet after a rain I refer to llerkeley avenue between Morehcad street and road and to the 1200 block on Greenwood Cliff At the latter point Is also a large vacant lot that Is covered with a dense growth of weeds and grass Several days ago my attention was called to the need for some weed cutting at the foot of Briarwood road where it Intersects wtih Sharon road and crosses Briar creek at the city limits Tall weeds there I am informed at least partially obscure the bridge and the road ahead owing to the curves making a somewhat dangerous situation I am sure prompt action to remedy the situations mentioned will be taken by the head of the department responsible GENERAL MECKLENBURG BREAK THE SHACKLES OF ILL HEALTH! 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Break away today and enjoy the full happiness of good health by drinking CRAZY WATER CRYSTALS in your regular drinking water Millions have found health this way Just Imagine this big 10 tube Stewart In a handsom nut cabinet for $10 less than the regular price and we Include the upholstered radio bench and lamp as pictured Mr John Waldrop Chief Engineer Highway Commission My Dear Mr Waldrop: As yob know that fine new straight highway (No 67) between East Bend and Boonvllle invites the motorist to dash away at full speed But you may not know that at one point on a hill Is a section that is dan-geious because it needs gravel to prevent skidding In its rresent condition this section of perhaps 30 or 40 yards has a surface that is slippery because it has been left without the gravel treatment which has been applied elsewhere on the road Motorists who recently have driven over It regard it as a danger spot that could easily be made safe at trivial cost in time and money GENERAL MECKLENBURG Sold at Leading Drug Stores in and zy phn liysTALjco 576 239 North Tryon 'ASK SOMEONE WHO HAS USED THEM" To the Motorists of Charlotte and Vicinitiy: Those who drive over Morrison boulevard the hard-surfaced short road connecting rrovtdence and Sharon roads a short distance out of Charlotte should be cautious in rainy weather and after heavy rains Near the Sharon road end of Morrison boulevard the paving is covered with beds of mud washed upon it by the recent rains In wet weather this mud becomes soft and slippery and one driving through it at any Clever Quaint and Charming! An UNUSUAL VALUE in a 3 Pc SOLIDMAPLE SUITE We have several styles and choice covers A Low As solid pegged ninplo frames you'll like them too Complcto stock of accessory pieces and lamps Letters To Gen Mecklenburg A Seashore Vacation cross the street on a red-light as It is to cross on a green one Charlotte Aug 3 EXTRA SPECIAL-AUGUST SALE VALUE EXACT PICTURE solid 3 steftir primiT away from the roar and din of the city in the stimulating air and sunshine of a quiet seashore resort to rest and dream oh boy it Whether you desire a summer cottage by the lake or a restful shady nook by a mountain hotel you can select with case the ideal spot from many choice summer resorts advertised in Observer Want Ads See Classification 16 IDEAS SUGGESTED BY ARE IN USE General Mecklenburg The Charlotte Observer Charoltte My dear General Mecklenburg: Appreciate very much your kind comments Jn last server" Thought you would be interested to know that our county committees over the two stntes are already using most of the ideas suggested by our traveler friend from Wilmington We are always glad of your suggestions and criticism Gratefully yours WALTER CARTIER Director Highway Roautiflcatlon Carolina Motor Club Charlotte Aug 1 FOR DINING ROOM DINETTE OR BREAKFAST THIS QUAINT SOLID MAPLE GROUP For the dining room dinette or breakfast room This quaint charming solid maple group includes three style chairs four style tables two buffets and welch cupboard You may choose just the pieces you want and add to them later DUKE ENROLLMENT NEAR 3000 FIGURE LAST YEAR Special to The Observer DURHAM Aug 4 According to the university catalogue Just issued Duke university lacked Just 17 students duiing the last regular session ln reaching the 3000 mark The total of 2983 students registering did not include the summer enrollment According to the catalogue summary theie were 1486 students in Trinity college the undergraduate college and 715 women In the Woman's college Moie than 700 were registered Jn the graduate and professional schools The summary shows that the government administration and instructional staff of the university Is comprised of 621 persons including 229 officers of instruction and 62 in the staff of university 5 Pieces As Low As where wc score a honiciun The bed is exactly as pletiurd with large spool turnings solid rmihngiinv or maple fufl and twin sizes wax fnisli CONGRATULATIONS TO MWOll WEARN General Mecklenburg The Charlotte Observer I wish to congratulate Mayor Wearn on his statement in the Charlotte Observer of Filday August 3 1934 which dealt with the safety for Jives of citizens of Charlotte due to speeding and reckless living I sincerely hope as a taxpayer that the council soon will make It safe for a pedestrian to cross the street at an Intersection without being knocked or ehased out of the stieet by an approaching automobile for at the present it is almost as safe MRS SHfPARDSON NAMED SOLE LEGATEE IN WILL NEW YORK Aug 4 Mrs Katherine bhepaidsop of Asheville was named sole legatee under the will of her husband Charles A Shepardson who dlpd In Asheville July 16 The will was i filed for prohate surrogates court today The estate was rnally valued at less than $10000.