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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1940
Page
2
North Carolina: Partly cloudy and warmer in the east, with occasional rain starting Sunday afternoon or night in the west, then cooler Monday. South Carolina: Partly cloudy with warmer conditions in the east and south, rain arriving Monday in the northwest by Sunday afternoon or night, cooler in the northwest Monday.
The article describes how British and German bombers struggle in milky weather over Europe. Major McDaniels sits behind a canvas screen with only the instrument panel visible while Captain Matheny serves as safety pilot and co-pilot in the four motored general HQ group during takeoff and landing operations.
The text argues consumer incomes are too low and investment is too slow due to Monopoly and private profit. It proposes government action to raise consumption through relief payments improved labor standards and expansion of Social Security.
The Appropriations Committee will take initial action on the relief bill but will delay deciding the size of the appropriation until month end. Witnesses remain to be heard and data on tax receipts and future industrial employment are sought. Col. Harrington to testify on Monday with his opening statement given last Thursday.
Observers note Nazi notes warning Norway and Sweden over interfering with German ore ships in Scandinavian seas. Britain hints at consequences for neutral one sided behavior while diplomats in London push to choke off Balkan supplies. Reports say Yugoslav freighter Dubac seized near Greece as the blockade tightens with ships patrolling the Adriatic.
G men and SBI officers hunted bandits who broke into the Du rant s Neck post office and New Hope milling and mercantile company about 10 miles from Hertford and escaped with 10 000 to 15 000 in cash and papers Two safes were carried away one holding about 1500 in cash and money orders and the other about 200 in cash at about 2 30 this morning in Raleigh the SBI director quoted the Perquimans County sheriff on the loot
Police linked the killings of Loyst and Bowman to a forged title scheme by Kasap and Kurzawa. Witnesses described Kasap shooting Loyst in the back then head, with quick lime used to bury the body. Bowman’s body was found burned on a dump after both men sought to sell cars.
At Madison Square Garden Ringling Brothers show a six foot boa constrictor gave birth to six live young and four eggs on the snake charmers platform during a matinee. Herpetologists note the snake was emotionally upset during the event.
The text notes repeated indications that the Weygand army of the Allies is in Syria Egypt and Palestine to assure the second condition will be fulfilled in case of aggression, signaling imminent action and readiness in the theater.
In Paris on April 6, Premier Paul Reynaud, also foreign minister, hosted a series of meetings with key officials including General Maxime Weygand, General Auguste Nogues, Andre Francois Poncet, Raymond Brugere, Louis Oscar Frossard, Jean Mistler, and August Zaleski. The talks focus on tightening the Allied economic and military blockade of Germany and coordinating with Britain. Reynaud and Britain also issued a note to Swedish and Norwegian ministers regarding relations with the Allies.
Baseball Banter notes a roaring Texas Oklahoma swing with crowds swelling past exhibitions of the St. Louis Browns. It also reports on Cardinals pitching woes, Dodgers Cubs in doubt, Pirates Giants rising, and player moves including Herman Schulte to the Phillies and Johnny Rizzo remaining with the Pirates.
Foreign Minister Koht argued Norway’s ore shipments are overestimated and war months reduced export to one fourth. He noted Britain receives more Swedish ore than Germany and that free sailing in Norwegian waters benefits the Allies as much as the Axis. He affirmed Norway remains impartial and neutral.
Mort Cooper pitched an 8 run win over New Orleans as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Southern Association affiliate 8 to 2. He worked nearly seven innings giving up four hits before being relieved by Bob Weiland.
Two rookie outfielders stood out as the Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Browns 7 to 2 in San Antonio. Walt Judnich homered for St Louis, while Dominic Dallessandro slugged a Cub homer and played solid left field. Judnich, facing major league pitching for first time, also made eight catches in center.
Doc Prothro's Philadelphia Nationals defeated Valdosta 13 to 1 in an exhibition game in Valdosta Georgia. Hugh Mulcahy scattered seven hits while facing the Georgia Florida League club as Philadelphia built a big early lead and cruised to the win with strong hitting and solid pitching.
Rookie Chet Ross hit two long home runs driving in six runs as the Boston Bees defeated Savannah 11 to 4 in Savannah. Lou Fette started for Boston and lasted three innings before giving way to Joe Callahan who pitched nine solid frames.
Three runs off Cliff Melton in the second inning powered the Cleveland Indians to a 3 to 2 win over the New York Giants. Willis Hudlin held the Giants for six innings before they tied it with two runs in the eighth on a Zeke Bonura triple.
Luke Hamlin pitched a complete game allowing six hits as the Brooklyn Dodgers defeated the Detroit Tigers 3 to 0 in Chattanooga. Hamlin carried a no hitter into the fifth inning and faced only one Tiger hit through the first five frames. Franks caught runners as Hamlin and Franks combined for the shutout.
Duke University netters defeated The Citadel 8-1 in Durham to extend their winning streak to five matches this season. The match showcased Duke dominance with strong performances by key players.
The Thom asville Tommies opened their 1940 spring exhibition with a 10 4 win over Reidsville. Ray Lindsay Boots Miller and Woody Crowson combined for 11 hits allowed. Hal Laceman led the Tommies with four hits in five at bats as Thomasville built a five run sixth inning to seal the victory.
James Robert Greene aged 18 died early today when his car skidded and overturned on a highway near Concord. His companion Robert Shenan was critically injured, and was hospitalized. Costa Rica ships most coffee to the United States, avoiding Germany. Special lassoes for catching cats are sold in London.
Rep Dies and Rep Voorhis push legislation to require internationally connected groups to disclose members to government. Philadelphia warrants charged committee investigators with civil liberties violations tied to a raid on Carl Reeve. Boston Communists Frankfeld and O'Dea jailed for contempt. writs of habeas corpus sought.
Havana approves an annual pension of 2400 dollars for Elvira Machado widow of Cuba's late dictator. Indian troops abroad to receive comforts from the Indian Red Cross Society. British government urges public not to hoard small coins due to shortage.
James A. Dobson 74 a retired farmer of Randleman died suddenly of a heart attack while attending a land sale. Funeral services are pending with Pugh's Funeral Home. He is survived by wife Julia Cheshire Dobson a son Ernest of Pleasant Garden a daughter Mrs J E Frazier of Asheboro four brothers R G Benjamin Frank all of Statesville and Vance of Elkin and a sister Mrs Harriet York of Harmony.
An inexpensive home remedy promotion claims mixing Ru-Ex Compound with water and lemon juice cures rheumatic arthritis and neuritis quickly. It promises relief within 48 hours or overnight, with a money back guarantee if no improvement, and lists Mann's Eckerd's Walgreens as retailers.
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