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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1957
Page
9
A quarterly labor report from the Employment Security Commission shows High Point employment declined for the second year running in the first three months of the year. Inactive workers held at about 1.6 percent with estimates predicting a 10 percent fall in satellite output and a partial rebound in hosiery and textiles by mid year.
High Point Postmaster Walter York reports the nationwide weekend office closures did not cause lasting delays. By midweek the backlog should be cleared, with extra staff aiding parcel post and third class mail. Officials expect a $41 million postal appropriation to ease the squeeze amid tax season.
Two individuals face drunk driving charges in Thomasville after police cited a High Point man on Main Street for driving drunk and for driving after license revocation. His female companion was also arrested. both were released on $600 bond. A separate tied case lists Dewitt Wilhite, 40, on Church Street with a $300 bond and an April 26 trial date.
Two men accused in mutual assaults were found guilty in Municipal Court. Judge Byron Haworth fined Foster Autrey of Underhill Street $25 plus costs and ordered payment of further costs.
The High Point municipal race slate shows few challengers with only one of seven announced candidates opposed. Incumbents Harry Williamson and J B Phillips in wards one and three face no rival, while a potential withdrawal could leave a clear field for Charles Stuart and James Wall in Ward four. Ray Chambers may withdraw to avoid a Democratic split, while Republicans traditionally field new candidates at the deadline. Chambers, in Mexico City via proxy, returns to decide on forming a slate.
The Day Center will host a talk at o'clock with the staff reporting on a recent event attended by about 150 persons including teachers of trainable students. The discussion includes an appropriation of 175000 dollars for the first year and plans for local unit representatives to participate.
fragmentary note shows youths citing Mrs Lucy Ni as the trigger of a blaze. authorities investigate the small town incident as fire crews respond to smoke and calls from residents. no confirmed details on motive or damages are provided.
The High Point area will stay fair and sunny for another day or two with temperatures near 60 today and a low around 34 tonight. Tuesday's forecast calls for a high near 65 degrees with continued mild conditions.
In the Haram es Sherif area of Jerusalem a sacred rock remains linked to the ancient Jewish altar and Solomon's Temple. The Dome of the Rock crowd surrounds the third holiest Muslim site, with legends of Judgment Day and a long history of religious contemplation. Tomorrow: the Baptismal Site.
Officers Graves and Brown spotted a suspect near Park View Lunch at about 11 pm returning to a cafe break-in. The thief had a partially eaten chicken piece, 13 bars of candy, and four packs of chewing gum in possession. Two window panes and a sash were broken and Stewart was held for investigation.
Holy Week services begin at St. Mary's Episcopal Meeting House with daily chapel prayers at 5 15 p.m. through Thursday. Ash Wednesday offers a 6 15 p.m. covered dish supper then 7 30 p.m. address. Easter Sunday features 8 00 a.m. and 11 00 a.m. Holy Communion. Deep River Friends meet for 8 p.m. Easter messages by Millard Jones on themes including The Cross and Family Ties.
A spokesman said the new private duty nursing rate becomes effective May 10. The eight hour general rate is set at 14 dollars in High Point Thomasville Asheboro and Lexington as part of District 9 of the North Carolina Nurses Association.
Two cars sideswiped on Highway 68 north of High Point causing about $200 damage to each vehicle. No injuries and no charges. Drivers named are William E. Farr, 43, of Delk Drive, and Homer H. Pegram, 37, of Route 4, Greensboro. The incident occurred at 2 30 p.m.
Announcement of a new law partnership Morgan Byerly and Post with offices in the Law Building on Commerce Street opposite city hall. The trio includes J W Morgan a High Point native and UNC alumnus who served as solicitor of the High Point Municipal Court and is active in civic groups. Byerly a church member and family man. and Post a Winston Salem native with Guilford College and UNC Law credentials. Secretaries are Agatha L. Gardner and Dorothy Wright.
Members of the Health and Welfare Division of the Community Council meet Tuesday at 12 30 p m at the public library to hear a report on the proposed administration of the Milk Fund. Mrs Martha Gates chairman says the committee has held meetings and is ready with final conclusions.
Two grass fires were extinguished by local firemen yesterday afternoon and last night. The field blaze near Fraley Field was reported at 12 21 p m and the Municipal Golf Course fire at 9 12 p m.
Selective Service offices in the post office building will be closed all day tomorrow to allow clerks to attend an area meeting.
A prayer appeals to God to lift people from indifference and selfish habits restore their joy of salvation and return them to fellowship and service in the United Church of Canada led by post moderator George C. Pidgeon in Toronto.
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