North Carolina Groups Fight Potatoes Freight Hike
The North Carolina corporation commission and the Eastern Carolina Wholesalers association contest proposed freight increases on Irish potatoes from NC to the Midwest and beyond. They argued rates should not exceed Norfolk routes and cited long-standing rates and railroads’ strong finances. The ICC heard testimony in Washington with I. M Bailey and W. G. Womble representing NC officials and the association.
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Raleigh
North Carolina Corporation Commission
Fastern Carolina Wholesalers and Manufacturers Association
North Carolina
Middle West
Pittsburgh
Chiagro
Washington, D. C
Interstate Commerce Commission
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
South Carolina
Washington
N. C
Cincinnati
Ohio
Norfolk
Eastern Carolina Wholesalers Association
Virginia
Richmond
Lynchburg
I. M Bailey
W. G. Womble
Eastern Carolina Wholesalers and Manufacturers Association
Wilson
Music’s role in daily life highlighted by UNC speaker
John Paul Weaver, head of UNC Chapel Hill music, told Raleigh's American Business club that music is a major national business with about 159,000 teachers and professionals and serves as a steadying societal influence on both urban and rural life, second only to church power.
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the Enterprise Bureau
Sir Walter Hotel
Raleigh
United States
John Paul Weaver
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
American Business Club
Weaver
Community music urged as civic stabilizer and morale booster
Mr. Weaver argues US spend over 300 million dollars yearly on music instruction but stresses music as a community stabilizer. He calls for community choruses, civic bands, park concerts, and home produced operas to bolster morale and deter crime, praising school music growth while urging broader support.
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United States
Weaver
Burns
U. S. Secret Service
Dever
Chicago
North Carolina shale could aid future petroleum supply
An UNC chemist reports shale deposits in Moore, Lee, and Chatham counties may unlock up to 27 billion gallons of shale oil and 47 500 tons of ammonium sulfate. He warns natural petroleum could deplete in about twenty years without new sources or better use of existing resources.
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Deep River
Moore, Lee
Chatham Counties
United S
Wilbrandt
United States
Miles to Gallon and Gas Conservation Board Findings
The Federal Oil Conservation Board studies motor efficiency and fuel saving, noting drivers only seek economy when gasoline prices rise or money tightens. European cars show better mileage with frequent gear shifting, while U.S. researchers inspect Detroit GM labs to craft a final report. George Otis Smith directs the inquiry with other officials.
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Work
Federal Oil Conservation Board
George Otis Smith
U.S. Geological Survey
Conservation Board
Detroit
Philadelphia
New York
Oil shale deposits could fuel U.S. for some time
The report highlights Colorado, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming oil shale at 4000 to 8000 feet elevation, notes transport challenges are absent in North Carolina, and cites the U.S. Bureau of Mines stating shale reserves could serve as future oil fuel for the country.
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Colorado
Nevada
Utah
Wyoming
North Carolina
United States Bureau of Mines
Tender Aching Feet Find Relief With Emerald Oil
A promotional note urges readers to treat tired swollen feet with Moone's Emerald Oil. It claims immediate relief after the first application and complete improvement after several uses. The oil is advertised as a non staining antiseptic that leaves no greasy residue and offers a refund if unsatisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moone
Onme
High Point City Council Sets May Primary and Municipal Election
The city council adopts a resolution under North Carolina private laws to hold a May primary in High Point to nominate candidates for mayor and the four wards and to conduct the subsequent municipal election. The act cites Chapter 106 of Private Laws of 1917 amending Chapter 169 of 1915.
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High Point
General Assembly of
North Carolina
Broadhurst Theatre
High Point Battery Co
Corner College
Washington Streets
Wrenn Street
George W. Laws Motor Co
City to Hold Primary and Municipal Elections in Four Wards
Official notice sets election dates April 19 and May 3 1927 for mayor and council seats. Lists ward precincts registrars and judges, polling places, and registration period from March 26 to April 16 with required staffing and hours.
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General Assembly
R. T. Stone
J. E. Wagner
R. C. Crouch
C. C
Muse
Z. M. Silman
F. A. Ogburn
Grover A. Kerr
E. J. Edwards
J. W. Hayworth
Prof
C. A. Smith
Harold Ryan
A. M. Upshaw
J. O. Connor
W. N. Kinney
G. T. Royals
J. O O. Coletrana
R. L. Spencer
A. G. Burchfield
Howard Steele
F. M. Jarvis
Will Peebles
S. Wrenn Street
C. P. Evans
Mangum Street
Pererione
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Spud Association
Capital Before Commerce Commission
Point
N.C
Dize Awning Etent CO
South Main Street
Winston-Salem
Little JO
Bess Bly
Carolina
Frank C. Wilbrandt
University of North Carolina
Department of Conservation and Development
Coolidge
Edgar Jadowin
War Department
H. H. Rousseau
Harry H. Hill
Bureau of Mines
General Motors Laboratories
U.S
H.hil
Geo
Jockey Caps
Sule
Oxfords
Jacks
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