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THE CLEVELAND STAR, SHELBY, N. TUESDAY AUGUST 22 1922 LITTLE "STARS" THE Cotton, per pound 23c Cotton seed, per bushel 45 -Falls Reunion -There C. C. will Falls be a reunion at the home of in 10 township on Wednesday ust 23rd. -Birth Born to Rev and Mrs.

Samuel S. Myrick of Newson, 14, 1922 a 9-pound son, Sam-1 August uel Dwight. Mrs. Myrick was formerly Eva Wilson of this place. Miss by Orphans--The Oxford Orphans delightful concert in the graded gave a most interesting and school auditorium Friday night.

The was large, the orphans attendance realizing $146 from door receipts. John Blanton has Garage D. C. Wright and S. C.

H. Depurchased the Mooresboro garage from which he will continue to opPriest the same place under the erate: at same name. -Brings in Weevils- -C. T. Ellis who lives on R-2 Shelby brought.

to Star office Friday, 200 boll weeThe vils which he gathered from one acre of cotton, picking all the weevils out of cotton blooms. Dates The date for meeting of the Kings Mountain the Baptist association is the last Wednesday in September. The association will be held this year with the Casar Baptist church. -Speaks at Dedication -Ex-Lieut. Governor 0.

Max Gardner was the speaker at the dedication exercises at Marion Saturday when the corner for the new county court house stone was placed. It is reported that fully 5,000 people attended the dedication ceremonies which were in charge of the Masons. -Board to Meet--The county school board will hold a special meeting in the court house Monday, August 28th for the purpose of settling up some pending matters with County Supt. J. Y.

Irvin before his resignation takes effect the first Monday in September. Mr. Irvin goes to Kings Mountain to become superintendent of the graded schools and will be succeeded as county superintendent by J. Clint Newton. -Heirs Bid in Property- W.

J. Clifford of Gastonia bid in the Mrs. Mary Ann Hendrick property of 239 acres just west of Shelby when it was sold at public auction Saturday by F. V. Hendrick, commissioner, for partition among the heirs.

The property was bid in at $30,000. Mr. Ves Cline of Falleton was a competitive bidder, but dropped out at $28,500. The heirs for whom Mr. Clifford bid in the estate Mrs.

W. J. Clifford, Miss Callie Hendrick, F. V. Hendrick and Mrs.

Ambrose Cline. Wm. JASPER JONES DIES AT AGE OF 80 Was One of the Oldest Masons in the County--Buried Sunday at Lattimore Church, William Jasper Jones, aged 80 years died Saturday morning at the home of Elijah Reuben Hamrick where he was visiting at the time. Mr. Jones was one of the oldest Ma- a sons in the county and his body was laid Lattimore to rest in the church cemetery at the Baptist Sunday, funeral services being conducted by Revs.

J. W. Suttle assisted by I. D. Harrill amid a crowd of sorrowin: friends.

Masons of several lodges of the county paying tribute to his memory. Mr. Jones was thrice married. No children were born to the first two unions. To his last union with Mrs.

Martha Hamrick Blanton were born three children, two of whom are living at the ages of 8 and the oldest being in school at Boiling, Springs. Mr. Jones was a noble Christian and fine church worker. He joined the Double Springs Baptist church before the Civil War and remained a member there until he moved to Mitchell county for a few years where he was ordained as a member of the gospel and supplied several churches. Mr.

Jones is also survived by five sisters, the eldest of whom is Mrs. Short 83 years of age. Mrs. Short is a woman of remarkable strength for her age. On Friday last she walked from a point near Washburns switch to Beaver Dam church and back.

Other sisters surviving are Mrs. Collis Jones, Mrs. Barnett, andother Mrs. Jones and a fifth sister whose name could not be learned. Meeting at Elliott's.

Prof. Bennie Towery closed a singing class at Elliotts church last week which met with splendid success. The revival meeting is now in full swing with Rev. L. T.

Cordell of the Polkville circuit doing the preaching, Notice to Policyholders. The policy holder of the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance association will hold their annual meeting on Saturday, August 26th 1922 at 10 o'clock a. m. in the court house, Shelby, N. C.

All policyholders are requested to attend. J. S. WRAY, President. W.

NEWTON, Sec-Treas. Don't fail to see 0. E. Ford if you are interested in a buggy. or wagon.

2-28Adv PERSONALS Mrs. Bert Winstead of Henderson, is spending this week with Miss Willie Witherspoon. Miss Kate Page of Southern Pines has been the charming, guest of Judge and Mrs. E. Y.

Webb. Attorney Clyde R. Hoey went to Rutherford yesterday to attend a term of civil court which is Prof. J. H.

Simmons of Gainesville, is spending several days here with his sister, Mrs. E. Y. Webb. Mrs.

W. A. Dover returned Thursday to her home in Grover. Mrs. Dover while in the city wa sthe guest of H.

A. Dover. -Gaffney Ledger, Mr. and Mrs. J.

C. Witherspoon of Charlotte pent the week end with his mother, Mrs. Witherspoon on North Washington street. Mr. Charles C.

Blanton, the popular president of the First National bank has returned from a short vacation in Asheville. Mr. S. R. Wentz, local manager of the Western Union Telegraph is off on a two week's vacation.

He is being relieved by Mr. Robinson. Mesdames Pendleton and Smith are spending this week in. Atlanta, buying fall and winter millinery and ladies ready to wear. Mrs.

Fred Morton was called to the bedside of her sister, Mrs. H. Q. Best, of Greenville, this state, who has been quite ill, but is improving nicely. Mr.

and Mrs. John McKnight and children left Saturday morning for Greensboro where they will visit his relatives for a few days. Mr and Mrs. Dob Wright and two sons and daughter and Mrs. W.

H. Wright returned to their home in Georgia Monday, after visiting relatives in the county. Mr. J. C.

McNeely of the J. C. McNeely company returned Sunday from a week's stay in New York where he purchased a beautiful line of fall and winter ready-to-wear for ladies. Mr. and Mrs.

Buford Green of Charlotte and Mrs. Lucile Stimer of Alexanderia, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. Y.

Crowder on N. Morgan street. Mr. Will Harterove of Charlotte is here spending several days with his mother, Mrs. E.

J. Hartgrove. Mr. Hartgrove is railway mail clerk running between Charlotte and Atlanta on the Southern. Mr.

R. E. Campbell and daughter Miss Helen left yesterday for northern markets, where Mr. Campbell goes to buy fall and winter merchandise for the Campbell Department store. Mrs.

0. C. Joseph and granddaughter. Miss Mabel Porter who have been spending several days with Mr. and Mrs.

Tom Lattimore on N. Morgan street return to their home Wednesday. Mr. Oren McSwain who has been spending the summer at Little Rock. and Elredo, has returned home.

Mr. McSwain has been catching ball on the Elredo, team which is one of the finest amateur baseball teams in the South west. In 18 games he secured 15 home runs. AT THE PRINCESS THEATRE Special today -Look out! Folks! The love expert's in town hookin' the unmarried ones. She's going to knock a flock of 'em for a row of altars before she is through.

If you see anybody blushing or timid-like, as if they wanted encouragement, call us upbut still better, amble down and see Constance Talmadge in her special "The Love Expert" a John EmersonAnita Loos production. It's a first national attraction. Coming -Don't overlook this huge special tomorrow for we feel sure you will be more than pleased with it, come out and see for yourself. No extra charges, Come and be surprised and pleased. Coming Thursday The wife, the husband and the mutual friend.

A wife who goes into marriage with a lie on her lips: a husband who finds that 1 lie and waits; a friend who had loved the woman once, still loved her, some said -and tried to bring happiness to a home bereft of it. They, and the child, sweep to a climax of drama, surprise and absolute amazement. See this huge production "The Child Thou Gavest Me." It's a special. "Watch for the Cameraman!" Begining next week this theatre will show matinee every day. 2,000 MEN GO OUT TO FIGHT BIG FOREST FIRES Duluth, Aug.

numerous forest fires blazing throughthe wooded areas of northern Minout Governor J. A. 0. Prues tonesota, personally took charge of the night situation, ordering out national guards men here for relief duty. Drought conditions have increased the menace to alarming proportions, according to state forestry, officials, were and tonight more than 2,000 men the fires in various sections.

fighting unconfirmed report was that One six persons had been burned to death Rally Day at Beulah. be rally day exercises at There will church Saturday August 26th. Beulah E. Poovey will deliver a SunRev. W.

day school address in the afternoon. The public is invited. the best made, and 0. E. rakes are Co.

will it: 2-28 Ad Ford prove Standard mowers and The A Few Bargains For This Week Seven piece Salad Set, one large bowl and six saucers to $2.00 match, value, beautiful special decoration. 98c Seven piece Cake Set, one large plate 'and six small $2.00 plates, value, decorated. special 98c 14 quart Enamel Dish Pan, regular 75c value. Special 49 Beautiful Dressed Dolls, sleeping, 12 inches tall. Regular $1.00 value, special 49 Children's decorated Tin Tea Sets, eleven pieces, regular 50c value, a big bargain at special price 25c Lyrie and Linen in colors, Box big Paper value and at Envelopes, white 25c A good Ice Tea Glass at the special price, per set 50c T.

W. HAMRICK COMPANY JEWELERS AND OPTOMETRISTS Always Ready Mency in The Bank Is Always Ready- Always Available The wise depositor keeps his account growing steadily, but at the same time has the satisfaction of knowing that it is always available instantly in case of need- A Substantial Bank Account Is Invaluable in Times Like the Present. Take advantage of our complete facilities for rendering the highest type of financial serviceCleveland Bank and Trust Company Shelby N. C. -A Bank Equipped To Serve Wm.

Lineberger, Pres. J. J. Lattimore, Sec-Treas. R.

E. Campbell, V-Pres. L. Suttle, Mgr. Ins.

Dept. HULL WILSON When in need of Groceries Phone 39 Lowest Prices Highest Quality. Thirty day accounts solicited. All kinds of Produce bought and sold. PHONE PHONE 39 39 Hull Wilson Why Do The City Cafe's Customers Stick? Answer: "The Proof of the Pudding is in the eating that keeps down the h.

c. 1. Yours to please, The City Cafe JAMES B. MORRISON, Proprietor STOLE GOODS COMING TO SHELBY BY EXPRESS CO. Police of Charlotte have been making a round up of men who are charged with looting the American Railway Express company at that place.

It has been disclosed that several men, five of whom have been placed under arrest were engaged in robbing express packages. One man named Eckard admitted that he and his pal were padding the payroll, misappropriating money and taking merchandise in transit. One deal, he said, was the pilfering of a consignment of salts of Last Spring The First National Bank Offered to The Woman's Club of Shelby $15.00 in Prizes to be given by the Woman's Club on any plan they might select, for the improvement in attractiveness of yards and premises. Our idea was to stimulate civic pride and improvement and to encourage the citizenship to make their home surroundings more attractive. The Woman's Club made two sections for the competition, awarding three prizes in each section, making six prizes in all- -This past week a committee of five interested, capable ladies from The Woman's Club inspected yards and premises all over the town and made the following awards for the greatest improvement in attractive appearance of their places this year: 1st Section First Prize $3.00 awarded to The Ellis Studio.

1 st Section Second Prize $2.50 awarded to Mrs. J. A. Anthony. 1st Section Third Prize $2.00 awarded to Mrs.

C. R. Hoey. 2nd Section First Prize $3.00 awarded to Miss Elizabeth McBrayer. 2nd Section Second Prize $2.50 awarded to Mrs.

J. H. Quinn. 2nd Section Third Prize $2.00 awarded to Mrs. John Wray.

We have mailed checks to each of the above and congratulate these good people on winning these prizes. Not so much for the value of the prizes, but for their interest and success in making their homes, their yards and premises more attractive. The Ladies of the Woman's Club making the awards were favorably impressed with many of the homes and premises and the greater interest shown this year and feel sure the campaign will be carried on even. more successfully next season. The First National Bank is glad to assist in this movement, and every other cause for the good of our town and county.

Al First National Bank of Shelby CAPITAL and SURPLUS $500,000.00 Our Buyers Are At Market In order to see with our own eyes what we buy for our customers and get the right prices, our buyers are in the Northern markets this week, buying Fall and Winter merchandise. They report that they are picking up some rare bargains for our customers and this merchandise will be coming in soon. In the meantime, in order to complete the clean-up and have our shelves ready to hold the merchandise that is coming, we are offering choice bargains in LADIES READ TO WEAR. Come in and look through our stock. It will pay you handsomely.

W. L. Fanning and Company clothes en route to Shelby. Eckard said the suit he took did not fit and he made away with it, put Phillips was able to get a fit and wore the suit of clothes. Meeting at Lawndale.

A revival meeting began Sunday night at Lawndale, Rev. John W. Suttle, being assisted by Rev. B. Townsend.

They closed a meeting last week at Zoar with 24 additions to the church. I HAVE THREE HOUSES FOR rent, well located. M. P. Coley..