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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1931
Page
4
Telephone and address listing for advertising offices including 250 Park Avenue and People’s Gas Building in New York with references to Brunswick building and Michigan Boulevard for departmental inquiries.
A reflection on Acts 27 3 noting Paul’s liberty to visit friends at Sidon and Julius kindness. The quote suggests life allows time for courtesy and refreshment during travel. Emerson’s closing thought frames humane conduct amid travel.
The Southeastern Independent Telephone Owners Association visits High Point to showcase independence amid industry consolidation. The event highlights American leadership in telephony, with locals also hosting the Tilden brothers’ Stronger Automatic Call Recorder exhibition at the Sheraton. The piece notes extensive US telephone growth and the persistence of independent operators delivering service.
Discussion shifts from Mrs. Nicholas Longworth to the influence and strength of Alice Roosevelt Longworth in Cincinnati politics. Observers note the district resented the wife, viewing her as an outsider, while highlighting the late congressman's perceived political power and charm.
The piece lauds Republicans for aiding Democratic fiscal policy during a tax crisis, noting their willingness to cooperate on a 60 million revenue plan while avoiding partisan strikes. It highlights Ward of Randolph County and Duncan as examples of straightforward, constructive Republican positions.
The Paramount Publix corporation will stop making crime pictures, denying they spark youth crime. Officials cite overexposure and public fatigue, urging focus on social issues like housing and playgrounds as crime drivers.
The piece notes Nicholas Longworth gaining influence in Washington through a receptive environment of courtesy, contrasting with Mrs. Longworth whose sharp criticisms had alienated many. It suggests the two formed an influential, if unstable, partnership and doubts Mrs. Longworth will regain her former prominence.
Under the workman’s compensation act the family of 16 year old Woodrow Medlin, a carrier boy for The Enterprise, received seven years of weekly income after a hit and run killed him on his newspaper route. The state industrial commission awarded seven dollars per week for 350 weeks, preventing only a small chance of damages without the act. The piece notes broad support for the act amid legislative attacks and urges its retention with careful amendments.
The U S Department of Agriculture produced a film detailing the prune’s life story. The piece notes that a government production may not portray the lead character in a static, perpetual view.
A homemaker with a weekly iron routine sees her daughter take to golf, swinging a club each day and pursuing the sport with growing skill.
A Mexican student league launches a boycott of American jazz in a bid to shake off cultural blues and assert independence through music. The move signals tensions over cultural influence and creative exchange amid a broader shift in national attitudes.
A group of waiters establishes a formal association naming itself a distinct order to unite service staff. Members aim to promote professional standards, camaraderie, and career advancement within hospitality venues.
A pithy reflection notes that most speakers stay true to the forum, offering guidance on rhetoric and public discourse. The brief observations emphasize consistency, credibility, and measured delivery in civic oratory.
In a pointed remark attributed to Spanish Republicans, a leader tells Alphonse to go first as others indicate the exit. The comment signals a political gesture during a tense moment, reflecting internal divisions and calls for action among party members.
A sharp quip about points in a fencing match reflects the playful banter between two fencers during a training bout. The exchange showcases competitive spirit and quick wit amid the athletic setting.
Los Angeles April 23. Fred H. Girnan publisher of The Coast Reporter held in jail on $10,000 bail after federal indictment for mailing obscene articles about Clara Bow. Rex Bell said two men named Jordan and Rockwell proposed suppressing the stories and buying the paper for 25,000 dollars with Bell raising 10,000 more.
Norma Shipman a 40 year old widow who vanished March 1 married Joe Bradley in Wyoming according to letters to her attorney Ralph Fisher. Bradley and “Happy” Brown disappeared with her and were her restaurant assistants. Shipman and the men were found in New Castle Wyoming after a three week search.
GEO. H. CROWELL compliments Miss Ivey Paylor and twelve co workers for high character and efficiency at Johnson Street school. He lauds the Good Sower parable and Christian spirit guiding High Point schools, praising board, superintendent, principals, and teachers.
Hoopes ton Illinois April 23 Emory Richcreek elected Tuesday will not face income tax on his mayoral salary. The mayor will receive 50 cents a year and the four aldermen 25 cents each, totaling 1.50 a year for the five officials to spend as they see fit.
Charlotte April 23. The late Colonel Leroy Springs a millionaire textile magnate did not establish legal residence in Charlotte Mecklenburg County official says. If correct the inheritance tax would go to South Carolina estimated between 800000 and 1000000. Springs had kept a residence here but used a New York hotel and did not live regularly in Charlotte.
A compilation of clues and answers across categories including brass discovery, riddles, and wordplay. It lists several numbered prompts and their solutions, with a separate vertical section and a yesterday’s answer line showing related terms and hints.
Merle Springer an 11 year old schoolgirl was found slain near Leming Texas with many knife wounds. Police and sheriff officers are searching for a Mexican man whose bloody overalls were found nearby. Investigators believe the attacker killed to silence her screams on the path to the Dickey home.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary Lou Connell age 43 who died at 210 West Point avenue after a six month illness were held at 11 this morning at the home conducted by Rev A B Conrad pastor of the First Baptist church. Interment in Oakwood cemetery. Pallbearers Otis Smith D S Belman Marvin Garner Claude Simpson H C Keziah W E Price. Flowers carried by Mrs R B Younts Mrs G W Black Miss Hazel Wade Mrs G H Burke P E Garner Miss Myrtle S. A large crowd attended the services and the flowers were many and beautiful.
A playful exchange between a bride and groom as they note missing shirt buttons at six months married. The husband laments worn garments while the wife jokes about shopping for new shirts on her next trip.
Texas league sports writers named the Houston Buffaloes as having the best pennant chances in a pre season poll, signaling high expectations for the club ahead of the season.
Baxter L. Tysinger a 23 year old salesman for Furniture City Insurance Company of 217 Edge dale drive was injured yesterday when his car was driven off Greensboro highway and down an embankment seven miles from the city. A passing car forced the wreck by crossing left to pass. He was badly cut on the forehead and head but able to be out today.
Four bandits seized town night watchman J. B. Moring in an alley in Coldwater Mississippi and robbed the Citizens bank on April 23. Their acetylene torch started the vault fire, forcing the men to flee after releasing Moring two miles from town.
An advertisement promotes Dare's Mentha Pepsin as a lasting solution for stomach agony gas and indigestion. It claims the elixir strengthens the stomach so readers can eat freely and asserts Mann Drug Stores and druggists guarantee relief with money back.
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