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Douglas School, District 19-Census 80, enrollment 73, attendance 45, salary of teachers $40, Florence Mills and Nettie Smith teachers.
Flat Rock School, District 20-Census 57, enrollment 45, attendance 32, salary of teacher $20, Ed S. Beam teacher.
Big Hill School, District 21-Mamie Beam teacher.
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census 35, enrollment 29, attendance 26, salary of teacher $18.
Hunt School, District 22-Census 42, enrollment 16, attendance 6, salary of teacher $20, J. W. Shuford teacher.
Summary -- Colored Schools.
Number of schools 22; total number of teachers 27; census 1,892; enrollment 1,350; average attendance 806; average salary paid to colored teachers $19.40.
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No summer school was held last summer for the col- ored teachers, but one will be held during the following summer. The examinations were held for the colored teachers in August and October and certificates given as follows: First grade, males 5, females 4. Second grade, males 16, females 20. The grade of scholarship among the colored teachers as a general rule is rather low, but the race as a whole is enthusiastic over education.
Teacher's Clubs.
A County Teacher's Association was organized in No- vember with Geo. P. Webb President and M. L. White Secretary. All the teachers are required to attend the meetings of this association. Owing to the unfavorable weather only two successful meetings were held during the school term. The last meeting was a decided success. A program was arranged consisting of discussions of vari- ous topics assigned certain teachers and of classes taught by some of the teachers from the Shelby Graded School for the benefit of the association.
In addition to the teacher's Association teacher's clubs were organized comprising two adjoining townships. This gives from fourteen to twenty teachers to each club. These clubs have the same officers as the Association and they confer with the County Superintendent in regard to the time of meeting so that he can arrange to be present at cach meeting. Some of the clubs met three times while the schools were in session. Experience shows that a more successful meeting can be had by taking one of the school days for the meeting as a better attendance can be secur- ed. Programs are sent to all the teachers assigning a subject to each.
No teacher's clubs for the colored teachers have been organized owing to the fact that they are scattered over the county at considerable distances apart and it is difficult to get them together.
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Communication with Committees and Teachers.
When it was necessary to communicate with commit- teemen and teachers in a general way we have used the columns of our county papers which have been generously extended to us. We are very grateful to the editors for the interest they have taken with us and the service they have rendered the cause of education.
Quite a number of circular posters and printed pro- grams have been sent out from time to time announcing public gatherings, etc. A copy of the Committemen's Record has been placed in the hands of each committee. They have been used to some advantage by some of the committees and have aided them in electing the teachers according to law.
Generally speaking our committees are composed of conscientious men who are interested in education and try to do their duty as sworn guardians of the little children. Some of them have rendered valuable service by frequent visits to the school and by urging their neighbors to send the children to school.
Gradation of Schools.
With a few exceptions the schools have been carefully graded and the new register accurately kept. The County Superintendent visited the schools for the purpose of assisting in grading the schools when requested to do so. Grading of the pupils has encouraged them by showing them where they properly belong. In order to assist the teacher in grading the school a graded course of study was prepared by the Superintendent and placed in the hands of each teacher. In addition to a specific statement as to what should compose each grade the pamphlet con- tains a few suggestions on method and discipline.
Census.
The census for the most part is by no means accurate.
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Nor is this in every case the fault of the census taker. The per cent of illiteracy for the white children is - per cent. While we believe this can and will be reduced we believe that a carefully taken census would show a higher per cent. of illiteracy. The trouble seems to be in that the bounds of the districts are not well defined.
The Board of Education needs a map of the county laid off with reference to the public roads with the school district as a unit. Such a map would cost more than the available funds just now would justify but it would be economy to provide one. A large portion of the county needs re-districting and the bounds of the district well defined. A reasonable amount of consolidation with a few districts would greatly increase school facilities.
Special Tax.
The sentiment in favor of special tax for longer terms and better paid teachers is growing gradually. Some edu- cational campaigning has been done the result of which has been elections held in six places, three of which car- ried while three were lost. In one of these which lost the vote was a tie and in the other more votes were cast for special tax than against it, which goes to show the attitude of the people toward special tax.
Some of the most progressive districts have paid their teachers supplemented salaries raised by private subscrip- tion and it is only a matter of time when practically all the districts will vote this special tax.
School Houses.
Cleveland county has some buildings that will favor- ably compare with those of any county of the State so far as our information goes. Cuts of some of the best buildings appear in this report, but they do not represent all of the best buildings. Three new buildings have been built this year in accordance with the State's approved plans. One of them, that of Earl is a model of its kind, being one of the handsomest in the county.
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Experience has taught us that it pays to equip a school room with best possible conveniences for comfort to teacher and children. The child ought to have a good comfortable desk with plenty of room which will aid materially in solv- ing the problem of discipline. The teacher ought to have a good wall map, plenty of blackboard space and a good teacher's table. These things are indispensible to the teacher and can be had with little cost by every district.
This year four school houses have been equipped with the best grade of maple desks, and one with the best qual- ity of silica blackboard. These desks although a little higher in price, are cheaper and better in the end than the so called home-made desks.
Attendance.
The increased average attendance this year over pre- vious years is more than gratifying. This is due in part to the favorable condition of the weather, but a greater portion of it is due to the increased interest on the part of the patrons and the tireless efforts of the teachers in get- ting the children in school and keeping them there. In some instances the enrollment is higher than the census. This is due to the fact that some of the patrons are ten- ants and have moved to the district after the census was taken. In other cases patrons living near the line sent into the adjoining district.
Reports.
In addition to the regular monthly and final reports the teachers were required to make a weekly report to the County Superintendent. These have been a source of in- formation to the Superintendent, and he could not keep well in touch with the work in the several districts without them. We suggest that the same form be printed on a postal card instead of a sheet of paper as this will secure a more prompt report and be more satisfactory.
Respectfully submitted, B. T. FALLS, Co. Supt.
Invite Your Friends Here With You!
One of the things that we have always been very grateful for is that our patrons have been more than kind in speaking about our drug store to their friends, and in invit- ing them to come here and trade. Of course this is what we wish, and we try to conduct our drug business in such a way that it will appeal to all of our customers so strongly that they will take it upon themselves to in- vite their friends and urge them to come here and do all of their drug store trading with us, and thus obtain the very best drugs, chemicals, etc., that the markets of the world afford. Certainly, any word that you can speak for us will be most sincerely appreciated, and we take this opportunity of thanking you in advance for whatever you may say in our behalf. R. F. D. mail and phone orders receive special attention.
The One Quality Drug Store. The One Price Drug Store. Respectfully, H. E. Kendall,
Wholesale and Retail Druggist, Phone No. 2. Shelby, N. C.
"SAY!'
Says the little boy, "this is great, this Peach Mellow," a fine smooth, cool drink, that tastes exactly like Peach. Drink it once, and you can't stop. Order a sam- ple case of Shelby Carbonating and Bottling Works.
If Drinking
Interferes with your business, then quit your business until you have quenched your thirst by drinking some of the Shelby Carbonating and Bottling Works' high grade beverages. They are universally acknowledged to be the best on the market, which is proven by the increased demand from all parts of our territory. Other facto- ries are trying to imitate our goods, because they also recognize the quality.
Drink
Koca Nola, High Life, Ginger Ale, Beerine, Birch Beer, Strawberry, Brandy Soda, Ginger Ale, Lemon Soda, Lemon Sour, Orange Phosphate, Cherry Phosphate, Chocolate, Rasport, Plain Soda, Blood Orange, Sarsaparilla, High Ola, Iron-Brew and Peach Mellow, a variety of choice flavors Sufficient to suit everybody's taste and are equal in body, richness and purity.
Drink to your health and the health of your friends, that you may all live long and prosper.
Yours very truly, Shelby Carbonating and Bottling Works,
Shelby, N. C.
We Keep
In stock Boilers, En- gines, Saw Mills, Inser- ted Tooth Circular Saws Saw points, Pul- leys, Shaftings, Hang- ers, Piping and Pipe Fittings, Globe and Check Valves. Injec- tors, Jet Pumps, Belt- ing, Belt Hooks, the best made, Files, Cant Hooks, Sheet and Pis- ton Packing. We keep a full line of machinery supplies and make a specialty of furnishing the saw mill and wood working trade their supplies, Give us your Orders.
STEAM
WATER
TO BOILER
Nº 4
OVERFLOW
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W. T. Calton Lumber Company, Lattimore, N. C.
A. Blanton Grocery Co.,
Wholesale Grocers,
Marion and Shelby, N. C.
For Your Moneys' Worth
In Clothing, Hats, Shoes, Hosiery, Shirts, Suspenders and Collars, as well as the new fads in Gent's Fur- nishings, visit
Evans E. McBrayer's
Clothing Store. Shelby, N. C.
W.H.BLANTON
DEALER IN
HORSES AND MULES. PROPRIETOR OF
LIVERY, FEED AND SALE STABLES.
FIRST-CLASS VEHICLES MEET ALL TRAINS. PHONE NO. 20. SHELBY, N. C.
Clyde Webb, The Cash Drug Store
Has made a specialty of the SODA FOUNTAIN. With comfortable loung- es and chairs, with polite and cour- teous servants, and every modern equipment we are prepared to give every care to your wants. Call in and rest awhile and try a refreshing drink or be served with our deli- cious CREAM.
Everything in the way of Toilet Arti- cles, Foreign and Domestic Per- fumes, Tobacco, Pipes and Fine Cigars can be had at our drug store. Our Drugs are Pure and Fresh. Prescriptions receive the personal attention of a licensed pharmacist.
CLYDE WEBB, Druggist,
Phone 65.
SHELBY, N. C.
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Parker-Gardner Company,
Charlotte, North Carolina.
Fine Furniture, Carpets And Rugs.
Chickering and Ivers and Ponds Pianos.
Write for Our Late Catalogues and Our Easy Payment Plans.
PARKER-GARDNER CO., Charlotte, N. C.
HARDWARE.
Anything kept in a first-class hardware store can be found at BLANTON & WILKINS'S. Our tinshop is complete; can do any kind of Tin and Galvanized Iron Work.
BLANTON & WILKINS, PHONE 17. SHELBY, N. C.
J. L. Suttle Company,
Dealers in Dry Goods, Clothing, Shoes and Hats. Our Specialty: GENTS' FURNISHINGS. Phone 59. Shelby, N. C.
J. P. AUSTELL, The Barber.
You are next ! For a nice clean shave, and your hair cut in the latest style. Have a massage ? It will help your face, and take a shampoo for an itching scalp.
J. P. AUSTELL, Proprietor. Shelby, N. C.
The
Security Life AND
Annuity Company
Mutual. Legal Reserve.
Gauranty Capital $100,000.00
Deposited with Insurance Commisioner of North Carolina.
HOME OFFICE
Greensboro, North Carolina.
Made a Net Gain in Insurance in North Carolina in 1905 of
$2,360,0 ).00.
The largest net gain ever made in one year in North Carolina by any other 'compa- ny was $1,195,579.
J. VAN LINDLEY, GEO. A. GRIMSLEY,
President. Secretary.
A. E. SCARBOROUGH, District Agent, Shelby, N. C.
E. M. BEAM, DEALER IN
Paints, Oils, Varnish, Stains, Furniture Paints, Roffing Paints for Iron or Tin, Window Glass, Terracotta Well Tubing. I will sell at short profits.
E. M. BEAM, SHELBY, N. C.
Cleveland Mill
And
Power Company,
Manufacturers and Merchants.
STORES AT
Lawndale, Cleveland Mills and Casar,
Carry a well selected line of Stoves, Furniture, Farming Implements, Ladies' and Gent's Furnishings and infact everything generally needed to eat, wear or use.
QUALITY comes first in our selections. Satisfaction to every one in service and quality of goods, is our determined effort.
W. E. McArthur, Photographer
and dealer in Pictures, Frames, Etc. Disc Talking Machines and Records.
Souvenier Postals. We are also making a specialty of copy- ing and enlarging pictures. Call and see or write us. SHELBY, N. C.
Weaver Organs and Pianos.
These goods have been before the public over 35 years. For purity of tone, and durability, they are not excelled by any. I also sell the Estey and Burdette Organs, prices reasonable and
On Easy Terms.
See these goods before you buy. I also carry a line of musical goods, Guitars, Violins, Autoharps, Strings of all kinds. Also a nice line of Stationery, School Supplies and Notions. Give me a call.
S. I. GILLESPIE, Cor. Durham Hotel Building. 3-A
Shelby, N.C.
Don't Educate Your Boy
Along narrow lines and in theories only. Give him something practical. Teach him the value of economy and have him start a Bank Account with his Savings. This will teach him the valuable lesson of being Systematic. Thrift will follow.
In The
Meantime
Start a Bank Account yourself. Start it Now. Start and keep it with
The First National Bank of Shelby.
CAPITAL.
$100,000.00.
TOTAL RESOURCES,
$800,000.00.
DIRECTORS.
CHAS. C. BLANTON, H. F. SCHENCK, B. BLANTON, J. D. LINEBERGER, A. C. MILLER, O. E. FORD, GEORGE BLANTON.
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A Car Load of Pianos.
Stary
We have just received a car load of
Star, Richmond
and
Chase Pianos
at Shelby. These Pianos are of the highest grade, having received the highest award at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, St. Louis 1904, Columbia Exposition Chicago 1893, and have been endorsed by over one hundred Musical and Educational Institu- tions.
Call and see us. We are located in the Shelby National Bank Building, at Shelby, and will be glad to have you call.
A line can also be seen at Hickory, N. C.
The Morrison Brothers
Company,
Hickory, N. C. Shelby, N. C.
CROWN 14 K
Money Saved
If you buy Watches, Clocks, Jew- elry, Silverware, Spectacles, Chi- na, Glassware, etc., from us you have something left to buy something else. Look at the goods, get prices, then you will know how we tell the truth.
T. W. HAMRICK CO.,
Jewelers and Opticions.
Phone 81.
SHELBY, N. C.
The Best Place to Buy
Your Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Dress Goods is at
McMurry-Hull Company's, They will treat you right. SHELBY, N. C.
DON'T FORGET o
Ebeltoft's (Books and Groceries) FOR School Supplies, Books, Stationery, Bibles, Etc.
Also Dealer in Fancy Groceries, nad Fine Confectioneries.
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Piedmont High School Faculty.
WILLIAM D. BURNS, A,B., LL. B., (Wake Forest College.) History and Latin. P. LORENZO NEWTON, A. B., (Wake Forest College,) Mathematics, English and Political Science. MRS. W. D. BURNS, A. B., (Catawba College and Peabody Conservatory of Music.) German.
MISS DORA FALLS, A. B., (Catawba College and Baptist University for Women.) Intermediate Department.
MISS KATHERINE G. SHELLEM, B. S., (Red Springs Seminary and Peace Institute.) Primary Department.
MISS FANNIE RAMSAUR, M. S., (Southern Female College.) Stenography and Typewriting. MISS LULA F. TISDALE,
(Peace Institue and Durham Conservatory of Music.) Music and Elocution. MRS. W. D. BURNS, A. B., Matron. Board last session averaged $4.96. Tuition $1 to $3. For catalog write to W. D. BURNS, Lawndale, N. C.
B. T. FALLS, M. A. COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, SHELBY, N. C., May, 1, 1906.
I take pleasure in bearing testimony regarding the Piedmont High School. I have spent some time in this School and found the work of the class-rooms to be thorough, practical and far-reaching in its scope. The teachers are devoted to their work, and thoroughly competent, and they spare no effort in making the class-room a place of interest to the pupil. The school also has an excellent literary soci- ety. One of the strongest high school debates I ever listen- ed to was the one given by the members of the society. In r. y opinion this school deserves a place among the best schools in this part of the State, and I readily commend it - to all the people.
Respectfully, 3. T. FALLS.
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Gantt Harness Co.,
Manufacturers of
Buggy and Wagon Harness, Sad- dles and Bridles of all kinds.
All work done by first-class workmen from best quality of Home Tanned Leather.
Dealers in High-Grade Buggies and Car- riages with both steel and rubber tires, also the famous J. I. Nissen round-hound, Gor- mine wedged spoke wagon.
Gantt Harness Co., Belwood, N. C.
That Fascinating Series of Readers
GRADED CLASSICS
Has been recently placed on the authorized list by the School Boards of.
New York, Philadelphia and Washington
For circulars address B. F. JOHNSON PUBLISHING COMPANY ATLANTA RICHMOND DALLAS
Carolinas Monazite Comp'y,
SHELBY, N. C. ! HILDEBRAN, N. C. GAFFNEY, S. C.
Miners and Purchasers
Of all grades
Monazite Sands.
Will negotiate for the purchase or lease of Good Monazite bearing property.
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S'AMP. ES of Sand tested for miners md quotations made as to value and ric. .
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