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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1934
Page
3
Hendersonville April 7 Py W C Meekins newly elected NC Republican chairman says the party will carry out the will of the majority and urge candidates for Congress and state offices. He plans an executive committee meeting soon to set organizational needs and aims for statewide victory in 1936.
In La Paz on Thursday a short revolt by military cadets ended when General Jose Lanza returned to the garrison. Cadets seized police stations and fired on carabineros from windows as civilians and two women were killed in cross fire before surrendering and returning to the military school.
The national parks office said Tennessee and North Carolina have not conveyed lands to complete Great Smoky Mountain National Park, preventing a set opening date. Assistant director George A. Moskey noted progress is stalled and a dedication date will depend on resolving land conveyance issues, possibly two to six months.
A hunting preserve connected to a ged ant colony is reported to cover 17 acres, indicating a sizeable protected area. The article notes the unusual preserve setup and its potential impact on local wildlife management.
A concise note explains that trade winds blow from subtropical regions toward the equator and are deflected eastward by the Earth's rotation. This forms a basic account of global wind patterns and the Coriolis effect.
Each year malaria carrying mosquitoes are linked to two to three million deaths worldwide. Public health researchers warn of ongoing risk and emphasize vector control and prevention measures to reduce mortality.
A tip instructs adding a tablespoonful of paraffin to washing water to remove stains and preserve linoleum flooring. The guidance emphasizes stain removal and longevity for linoleum surfaces.
A simple home remedy claims vinegar cleans most stains from hands with quick results. Users report effective stain removal on common substances after rubbing and rinsing.
In Cuba, Estelle faces her father Carl Field after a letter reveals her romance with Juanito. Field confronts her, threatens police action and prison, and demands she choose between love and family control while weighing mercy versus harsh consequence.
NEA Service staff correspondent reports Clarence Brown condemns luck as a myth in Hollywood and credits hard work and competition. He cites Joan Crawford and Franchot Tone on set as examples while noting Catalina Island replacements for Treasure Island and Joan Crawford denying marriage to Franchot Tone until her film work ends.
Washington April 7 Jim Farley takes over as postmaster general joining the New Deal cabinet crowd and leading the Democratic party at national and state levels. He aims to balance a self running post office with duties as chair of the Democratic National Committee and New York state central committee. He is described as genial and active in many clubs and organizations.
Claude A. Swanson takes the helm as secretary of the navy amid a broader cabinet reshuffle. He inherits ongoing naval expansion plans and faces scrutiny over readiness, budget allocations, and postwar strategy shaping.
Mrs. R. V. Weston marked her 64th birthday Sunday as her daughter Mrs. Walter Ring of High Point hosted the celebration. Guests at dinner included Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dillon and the bride and groom Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Marsh along with Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Ward.
Misses Gertrude and Oweta Elliott are spending the week end at their home in Denton.
Miss Mabel Davis attended an Easter service in Winston Sunday and then traveled to East Bend on Monday for an old fashioned exhibition.
Miss Pearl Jones visited Winston-Salem on a Sunday outing with friends, enjoying local scenes and social time in the city.
Miss Beulah Sheen of Guilford College spent the Easter holidays at her home in the community.
Mrs Opal Payne and her daughter Lewanda along with Miss Melita Eldridge of High Point visited Mrs Burrus Jones, the sisters, on Easter Monday, according to local social notes.
Mrs Nora F Loyd of High Point Route 4 spent a short time at the old home place here on Monday.
The notice reports Elwood Corum still very ill while his wife Mrs Corum shows some improvement after a period of illness.
Edgar Weston is confined to his home due to a measles illness, underscoring a public health precaution.
Mr and Mrs Tom Rowe and their family spent the Easter holidays at Liberty visiting relatives and enjoying the family gathering.
Mr and Mrs John Weir have moved back to their home, which has been nicely remodeled.
Mr and Mrs Frank Smith of High Point were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Frank Smith of this community in a social gathering.
In Terceira, Azores, authorities install a double duty lighthouse air beacon to handle anticipated European and American air traffic. The installation aims to improve navigation safety for flights approaching Atlantic routes.
A candid remark reveals strain as personal vows collide with professional demands. The speaker states marriage cannot work in this business and hints at deeper tensions shaping a troubled relationship.
Complete diagrammed pattern 9968 for a toddler frock with ruffie-edged yoke and puff sleeves. Includes bloomers and options for contrasting fabric. sizes 4 6 8 10 12. Pattern price 15 cents, plus 15 cents for the Spring pattern book. order to High Point Enterprise Pattern Department New York.
Washington reports a fierce lobby war over the stock market regulation bill with 300 lobbyists opposing Fletcher-Rayburn while Wall Street campaigns against broader controls and inflation. The clash splits New York insiders and brokers as Congress faces pressure, with new proposals to place exchange oversight with a presidentially appointed five member commission. The piece also notes NRA AAA wage debates and a rising iceberg forecast for spring shipping.
Davidson College plans a 6.755 million dollar campaign to fund new buildings and endowment for its 100th anniversary in 1937. President Dr. Walter Lingle announced the effort in the Alumni Journal, saying financial independence would allow selective admissions and strengthen or add departments.
North Carolina settles its claim against J. H. and C. W. Pickelsimer of Brevard for back income taxes at 2556.81, half the amount. The settlement mirrors a federal decision and lifts a $30,000 attachment to reimburse Transylvania County for losses from the Brevard Banking Company failure, in which Pickelsimer led the bank and faced two years imprisonment after banking-law convictions.
The six year FTC inquiry into public utility firms nears completion with recommended new legislation likely. Disclosures include writes of over a billion dollars in capital stock, stock market manipulation, and use of funds for high salaries and cross company share exchanges. A Hickory gas franchise bids opening is noted for May 18, 1934, with city council rules and examination of the franchise at city hall.
Mrs. Nelle James, administrator for Charles H. James, was awarded $5,000 in a $15,000 suit against H. W. Cauble and Mrs. M. E. Goodman in county court for injuries from an August 14 automobile collision in Winston-Salem.
In historic reports a practice in India and Persia uses a liquid from soaking holly bark to wash infant faces. This belief claims the liquid wards off malevolent forces and protects newborns.
Notice of foreclosure sale by Allen Austin Trustee on the Mannetux deed of trust dating to 1930. Property in High Point Guilford County North Carolina known as 502 West Broad Street, described by metes and bounds, to be sold at Greensboro courthouse at 2 PM April 30, 1934.
Public foreclosure sale of two Guilford County land parcels in High Point North Carolina under deeds of trust. First sale: Lot 24 in Willis Subdivision fronting Prospect Street 50 by 150 feet. Second sale: Part of Lots 5 6 and 7 in Map of People's Realty Company bounded by Park Street and Welborn lines. Cash terms. Sale dates April 14 and April 28 1934. Trustee W A J Idol. Attorney Thos W Gossible and Thos W Sprinkle.
A. KE Alexander applies for a permit to build a gasoline service station on Church Street and Pine Street. The Board of Adjustments will meet at 6 p.m. Monday April 9 1934 in the Fire Department office at 2068 Wrenn St. to consider the application. Public hearing may be attended. Board of Adjustments Joseph D Cox, Chairman.
Pursuant to a deed of trust dated September 24 1931 and default, the trustee will sell at public auction at 11:30 A M in front of the Municipal Building High Point NC a parcel in Guilford County Lot No 6 Block 9 Peoples Realty Company map Book 2 page 98 6714 feet on Walnut street and 1390 feet deep cash terms This 15th day of March 1934. V A Idol Trustee Ros W Sprinkle Atty.
Foreclosure sale of Tract 1 one acre and Tract 2 about two acres plus a larger 117 acre parcel in High Point Township near Wilson Hiatt and Jesse Moore Jr. corner. The mortgage to Stamey Mendenhall and Blanche Mendenhall, dated January 17 1990, secured by Book 41 page 5, Greensboro register of deeds, will be held April 1 1934 at 12 noon at the courthouse door Greensboro NC. Carrie Kennedy attorney.
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