Last Call for Clothing Drive As Deadline Nears
Edgar Hartley urges timely donations as at least 10 000 pounds remain to be collected. Lee Schaner pushes industrial plants to submit work for packing and shipping by April 30, with schools closing tomorrow and final figures and winners to be announced. J W on oversees sorting amid a drive to keep students active in collecting garments.
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Edgar Hartley
United National Clothing Collection
Lee Schaner
J. W
Eewee
Sane Zens
Yank Hurls 500-Lb Bomb At Japanese Mainland
Lt. Frederick A. Dimit of Bartlesville Oklahoma, 200 pounds, lifted a stuck 500 pound bomb shackle during a B 29 raid over Japan and dropped the bomb from 14 000 feet to free the bomber from a jam.
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Yank
Guam
Frederick A. Dimit
Bartlesville
Okla
Yesterda
Dimit
Local Marine Loftin Dies in Charleston Navy Hospital
William Wade Loftin first sergeant U S marine corps died at Charleston navy hospital April 24 after entering April 4 from overseas. A 16 year veteran he served at Saipan and two Marshall atolls. Home address 611 Monthieu avenue High Point North Carolina. Next of kin listed as his mother Mrs Nannie M Loftin of Denton North Carolina.
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Charleston
S. C
William Wade Loftin
U. S. Marine Corps
Charleston Navy Hospital
Marine Corps
Loftin
Sagnoa
Marshalls
Monthieu Avenue
High Point
N. C
Nannie M. Loftth
Denton
Lions Club Hears Weldon On Definitions
Rev. Mr. Weldon spoke at the Lions Club dinner at the Sheraton last evening on definitions not in dictionaries. He defined religion as the science that teaches a man what to do and where to get it, and discussed words like vacation tramp perseverance liar excuse bore pessimist and consequences. Attendance prizes went to Charles Collins and Bob Smith. Jimmy Smith, a visitor, was the guest of O. K. McCarter.
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Wilson
Charles Collins
Bob Smith
Jimmy Smith
O. K. McCarter
Conference deadlock prompts high level talks on world order
Stettinius meets Russian delegates as wartime trusteeships are discussed for ex-enemy territories. Molotov outlines a Soviet led coalition and rotating control while stressing Russia will safeguard peace. Eden warns that failure risks another global war.
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Stettinius
Security Council
General Assembly of the World Organization
Molotov
Russia
Soviet Union
Red Army
Stalin
United States
World Organization
eSoong
Eden
Convict Surrenders After Deciding to Return to Prison
Clayton Browning 28, one of three Virginia chain gang escapees, surrendered to the Pelham North Carolina postmaster after deciding to go back to prison to finish the remainder of his sentence.
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Danville
Clayton Browning
Virginia
Chesterfield County
Pelham
N. C
Y Campaign Over The Top By Big Margin
The Y M C A annual membership drive, directed by the junior chamber of commerce, closed at 809 members, 109 over goal. Leader Willard Leathers and executive secretary Edgar Hartley praised the drive's momentum and detailed accounting, with division chiefs named across business, civic clubs, youth, commerce, industry, and junior citizens.
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Y.M.C.A
Junior Chamber of Commerce
Willard Leathers
Chamber
Roosevelt
T. W. Rochelle
Edgar Hartley
Leathers
Charles Mendenhall
Jack Green
L. H. Baker
Homer Barrett
Kenner Amos
Ward Wertz
Rochelle
Chamber of Commerce
Americans seek charter change plan for world organization
American delegates press to amend the Dumbarton Oaks charter similar to constitutional amendment. They propose a two step process requiring broad general assembly and security council support to call a new convention. Trusteeships for strategic areas would fall to the security council while minor population issues stay with the assembly.
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Molotov
Dumbarton Oaks
Washington
World Organization
United States
U. S&s
Stettinius
Mgt Akg Bg
Tore Stettinius
General Assembly
Security Council
Japanese invasion strikes Dumaguete and Manila water fears
Explosions rocked Dumaguete as assault forces invaded the city while a smoke pall rose over the port. Allied reports say Dumaguete appears fairly intact four hours after invasion. In Manila, U S forces push Nipponese from objectives as battles for the Wawa dam area and Mt Pacawagan continue in the mountains east of the capital.
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Dumaguete
Associated Press
Richard Berghalz
Manila
Philippines
Wawa Dam
Marikina
Guilford County Real Estate Transfers Highlight Local Deals
High Point Township Jessie A Sells transfers to George A Mobley and wife a lot on Moffitt place Ellen Frazier transfers to Phoebia M Morgan two lots in Tuttle Worth lands FE J Underwood and wife to Thesbia Byrd and wife two lots in Hardeman Dillon subdivision Mrs Martha Harvey to E B Martin and wife two lots in Staley Harmon subdivision City of High Point to Edgar H Snider and wife tract on Howell street and two tracts on Howell street Cit of Toh Pont to Betnar B Snider and wife lot in High Point Develop
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High Point Township
Jessie A. Sells
George A. Mobley
Moffitt Place
Ellen Frazier
Phoebia M. Morgan
Tuttle-Worth
FE. J. Underwood
Thesbia Byrd
Hardeman- Dillon
Martha Harvey
Martin
Staley-Harmon
High Point
Edgar H. Snider
Howell Street
Kiwanis Club Hears Harrison On Trip To Mexico
Dr Nat Harrison vice president of a Point college spoke at the Kiwanis luncheon in the Sheraton hotel on a recent trip to Mexico. He discussed world peace, Mexican climate industry and education noting Mexico's volcanic soils mineral deposits and low literacy. Attendees included R D Baird Lt Col Charles McAnally James Hall Jr Kiwanian and Rev Roy S Farmer of Cleveland Ohio.
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Kiwanis Club
Nat Harrison
A Point College
Sheraton Hotel
Harrison
Mexico
Conference of Nations
San Francisco
This
Commonwealth
United States
Harry Bell
Allies Near Key Junction Split German Forces Across Germany
Allied forces push toward a central European junction as German defenses collapse. Maj. Gen. Emil Reinhardt’s 69th division joins the Russians, with northern and southern pockets under increasing assault. British, Canadian, and American armies advance toward Denmark while Hamburg is besieged and Bremen nears capture. The First and Ninth armies close on a meeting with Soviet forces, signaling a turning point in the war.
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Berlin
Leipzig
Saxony
Dresden
Emil Reinhardt
Eisenhower
Munich
Verona
Bremen
Denmark
Schleswig-Holstein
Hamburg
North Sea
Lower
Elbe
Tangermuende
Germany
Europe
Stalingrad
Volga
Normandy
Atlantic
Allies press advance as Verona falls to push toward Brenner Pass
The Fifth Army, about 100 miles from Brenner Pass, joins in the Bavarian death stand after capturing Verona. American forces breached the Adige river line and push toward northern Italy while French and British troops close in. A new thrust from the west targets positions along the Adige as Nazis prepare a stand.
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Verona
Adige
Brenner Pass
Austria
Italy
Alps
Eighth Army
the Adige
Clothing Scrap Drive In Thomasville Sunday
In Thomasville a combined scrap paper and clothing drive will be held Sunday afternoon to aid war zones. About 20 trucks will cover the city as residents leave bundles of papers and old clothing for workers to collect. The drive is the final clothing drive and aims to meet the local quota.
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Thomasville
Joe Swicegood
Real estate transfers of four Church plat lots and a Westchester drive lot
T R Green and wife transfer four Church plat lots to D L Kersey and wife. Frank H Wood and wife transfer a Westchester drive lot to Kathleen M McCarter.
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Ment Company
T. R. Green
D. L. Kersey
Church
Frank H. Wood
Kathleen M. McCarter
Westchester Drive
Balkans and Italy Bend Toward Moscow as War Shifts
The piece notes a regional shift with Bulgaria Romania Albania leaning toward Moscow. Yugoslav forces grow stronger on the Italian frontier and Milan reportedly falls as Mussolini flees. Tito forges Moscow ties while 1938 royal figures fade to refugees, reshaping political and military alignments across the Balkans and Italy.
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Bulgaria
Balkans
Romania
Albania
Popular Front
Hitler
Italy
Milan
Mussolini
Como
Hungary
Austria
Bombed Berlin under smoke as Soviet troops press center
Soviet storm troops break into Berlin center amid smoke and rubble. Pravda reports Berlin civilians and German forces using white flags and hostages, with houses filled by policemen, firemen, and teachers. Artillery and tanks strike attics while street fires rage. Izvestia asks a commander why cleaning blocks ceases.
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Moscow
Berlin
Third Reich
Red Army
Pravda
Vishevsky
Zollin
Izvestia
Red Cross Seeks Baby Bed for Needy Family
Local Red Cross executive secretary Mrs Mina K Wilson announced a request for a baby bed for a three week old infant whose parents, having lost their home to a fire, live in hardship. Interested donors can visit the Red Cross chapter or call 3437. The chapter also advised service members they can obtain birth certificates by writing to or contacting the county clerk of birth.
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Mina K. Wilson
The
American Red Cross
Two 19th Century Figures With Washington as a Name
The prompt asks to identify two famous Black men who made history in distinct fields in the United States. Each man has Washington as part of his name, possibly as a first, middle, or last name. The task relies on connecting the name Washington to notable historical figures across professions.
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United States
Washington
Words of Wisdom from Epictetus on city of life
A concise reflection notes Epictetus views the universe as one great city where divine and human beings mingle and are naturally bound by affection. The quote emphasizes shared humanity and mutual regard across all peoples.
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Epicetetus
No action, no gain, push through with steady effort
A reflective note on self-motivation, urging steady drive and resistance to self pity. It emphasizes inner enthusiasm as a personal guide for perseverance and positive outlook during challenges.
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Venus
Etiquette Hints Endorse Colorful Letter Paper Mix
A brief etiquette note suggests mixing letter or note paper colors is acceptable when the hues harmonize, signaling tasteful correspondence. The guidance reflects social norms of coordinated presentation in personal writing.
Tomorrow's Horoscope Caution and Impulses Clash in Uranian Influence
The reading notes a cautious yet intuitive mind and deep affections. It warns of hypersensitivity and offense at slight provocations, with a midlife balance guiding toward personal aims as Uranus sends mixed impulses.
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Uranus
Mirror history and notable figures in a brief excerpt
A cheval glass is a full length mirror that swings in a frame while a pier glass resides between two windows. An actor is mentioned. The text references Booker T Washington and education.
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Booker T
Administrator's Notice in Guilford County Estate
Administrator P. J. Jester announces claims against the William P. Jester estate must be presented by April 6, 1946. Debts should be settled promptly. Notice dated April 6, 1945. Route 1 High Point North Carolina.
Notice of Estate Administration in Guilford County
Administrator of the estate of J Earle Gibson deceased Guilford County North Carolina notifies all claims to be presented by April 6 1946 or barred. Debts to estate should be paid promptly. Dated April 6 1945 and signed by E D Gibson Jr administrator with Thos W Sprinkle attorney.
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North Carolina
Guilford County
J. Earle Gibson
D. Gibson
Thos. W. Sprinkle
No-Engined B-26 Lands Safely in Combat Area
1st Lt. Robert M. Reindollar Jr. steered a B-26 Marauder on a 322nd group mission toward an east rail center after both engines were damaged by flak. He feathered the prop, cut the remaining engine, and glided 500 feet to a safe field a mile away. He had 1,300 B-28 hours and said the feat required the right timing.
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9Th Air Force
Robert M.reindollar
Valaska Yazel Reindollar
Wesley
322Nd
Rrant
Reindollar
Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root Kidney Relief Ad
An advertisement for Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claims it relieves kidney bladder and urinary tract discomfort without harsh habit forming effects. It invites readers to request a free prepaid sample and mentions Stamford Connecticut as the offer origin with widespread drugstore availability.
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Decker
Stamford
Conn
Do You Belch Up Gas Sour Risings After A Good Meal
Sufferers of stomach distress indigestion and gas pains after meals are urged to try Neutracid a real hot water mix to neutralize excess stomach acid. The ad promises fast soothing relief and offers a money back guarantee through Mana Drug Stores and other druggists.
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Mana
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