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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1936
Page
8
Children lead a Greensboro drive for tornado relief through the Junior Red Cross. The Red Cross reported nearly $100 today, bringing the total to $706.09 with numerous gifts from individuals and local organizations.
Judge Lewis signed a temporary restraining order later modified to let John D. Biggs as receiver proceed with foreclosure sale on real property tied to the Kraetzer Cured Lumber Co suit. About $35,000 in notes and deeds of trust are at stake. hearing set for April 18, 1936 to decide permanence or modification.
Raleigh reports multiple NC routes closed today due to washouts and high water. Highways 8 6 96A near Rocky Mount Lawrence. 581 Spring Hope Bailey. 81B Goldsboro Pink Hill. 83 Fayetteville Burgaw area. 61 White Lake Tin City. 130 Whiteville Shallotte. 18 Elizabeth Town Acme. 108 Mt Gilead Wadesboro. Trafffic maintained on some segments.
Notice from the board of commissions of Gultord county states a meeting at the court house on Monday. Open sealed bids on quota advertising for a crime scene project may be obtained from 04.00 a.m. Verne may be obtained from the advertised time.
Washington April 11. A January statement by Secretary Hull that the chances of a general war were remote was made public today by the Senate foreign relations committee. He warned against any false impression that the United States would not fight and urged cautious neutrality as world conditions shift.
The High Point Charletian Emdeavor Union will hold its annual Easter sunrise service at Springfield Friends Church at 6:30 AM. The event features an address from Protestant church members, music by the Springfield Freem's Church Choir and Welch Memorial Methodist Protestant Church quartets, followed by a light breakfast. A large gathering is expected.
A reporter, awakened by a phone call in a rainstorm, rushes to a street address only to find a two or three year old girl had dialed a number seen by her mother. The child says "tabled" when questioned, and the mother apologizes as the reporter returns to the office.
Dr. William son, former resident of Alexandria La, will give his first sermon as pastor of the First Presbyterian church Sunday at 11 am. The choir will present a cantata Adoramus Te Sunday at 2 o'clock, a first for the state, with a large crowd expected. Public invited to both events.
A short science note describes observing a tomato worm as it becomes a mote. The piece presents a curious glimpse into natural change and small-scale transformation.
Ten persons cited to court for violation of Shera tom Place one way street. BK. A. Strompe charged with four ordinances. Stopped for driving wrong way, he also cited for no city tag not having a driver’s license and no state license. Court taxing defendants with costs.
First Baptist Choir presents The Living Christ at 5 a m with solos by Mrs Alford Mas tom Parker Eccles Yokeley Kirkpatrick Griffith and organist Mrs Patterson under Dr Simmons direction. St Mark Choir performs Easter Praise at 8 30 a m directed by Burford. Bishop Mathews to preach Easter sermon at St Stephen 11 a m. Woman's Memorial A M E Church features a sermon Power of the Resurrection at 11 a m and Easter program 4 30 p m. Cherry Street Presbyterian hosts sermon at 11 a m by Rev Johnson. Church Tea held for Church of God in Christ at 218 Reid St 5 6 p m with several guests and musical selections. 20th Century Club debut dance at Kilby Arcade features 25 men ages 1 25 with guests from High Point and nearby towns.
Kinston April 11 Kelly Hunter a local youth is detained for investigation in connection with an automobile mishap that injured Mrs Oscar Lewis and her husband. Hunter allegedly struck Mrs Lewis with his car and drove for about 30 feet before stopping. another vehicle driven by Preston Spear was involved.
Madam Ardelle offers phrenology readings and counsel in business love and personal affairs. Visit the Second House outside City Limits on Northen Street for guidance and advice, with doorstep service available.
Greensbor o April 11 J W White of Jonesboro faced manslaughter charges over the death of 18 year old Tommie Wrenn of Agheboro street extension after the youth was struck and died at a Richmond Virginia hospital. White reportedly took the injured youth to a local hospital then to Richmond for further care at his own expense. Warrants have been issued to obtain service.
A meeting is planned Sunday afternoon at 2 30 oclock at the Central Lebor Temple on North Wrenn street to organize a High Point Old Age Pension club. All persons interested are invited to attend.
National league officials postponed the Boston Bees versus Red Sox city series opener for a second time because of wet grounds. The opener had been scheduled yesterday and will be played tomorrow if weather permits at the Red Sox park.
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