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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1949
Page
2
An elder statesman recalls boyhood days in Camden near the Bethesda Presbyterian church. He describes school discipline and local rivalries between downtown and uptown youths, plus memories of his father’s cattle and agricultural experiments.
North Carolina forecasts show considerable cloudiness warm conditions with scattered showers Thursday. Official records list Charlotte temperature 74 with 34 precipitations. other cites include Winston Churchill as Baruch welcomed guest and remarks on discipline and resilience for children.
The article argues Governor Scott aims to build a state WPA that could become a political machine tied to bonds worth 200 million for roads and 25 million for schools. It notes a June 4 election date, publicity needs, campaign funding, and registration rules under the Gray act, with voting patterns in Raleigh and Greensboro as context.
U S officials report Moscow dispatch claiming Russia would lift the blockade if a date for a Big Four foreign ministers meeting is set. Washington seeks exact meaning and any strings, and a timetable for talks with Britain France is discussed as a council meeting looms. A sea day notes four hour periods.
L. C. Jackson a 47 year old Duke Power lineman was injured after a fall from a Winston Salem telephone pole when he touched a 7200 volt line. He suffered burns to both arms and a fractured vertebrae and was described as in good condition by Memorial hospital attendants after an uncomfortable night. He was admitted for treatment after the 2 p.m. accident and is listed at 1015 Redding Street.
Governor Scott announced Edwin Gill's resignation as Revenue Commissioner and Eugene Shaw of Greensboro will fill the vacancy. Barnes succeeds Claude Abernathy as burial commissioner. Miss Fleming to replace Elsie Riddick as chief clerk of the utilities commission. Possible successors for state highway patrol commander include C. R. Tolar Arthur Moore and W. B. Lentz. Dr. H. W. Jordan may remain as highway commission chairman with George Coble among leading contenders.
An intelligence report says the reported performance of flying discs is beyond anything seen in the country, leading to speculation that the discs may be foreign aircraft or other unknown sources. The remark notes no nation has demonstrated comparable capability.
In Camden Arkansas a bolt of lightning struck yesterday and knocked a cigar from Jack Hendricks’ mouth. Hendricks was uninjured.
Fire alarms and small blazes reported around High Point with no damages noted. Marriage licenses issued to John Glasgow and Peggy Carri gan. James Cathey and Cora Edwards. Building permits listed for Frank Dalton, W A Sherrod, and G A Memory in Hillcrest Drive Forrest Avenue and related streets.
A 6 cent air mail stamp commemorating Alexandria Virginia's 200th anniversary will be available through the Alexandria Postmaster starting May 11 1949. Collectors may send addressed envelopes with a postal note or money order to cover the cost for first day cancellations.
Moriatsu Higashikuni, son in law of Emperor Hirohito, takes a bank clerk job as he steps away from ceremonial duties. The move signals a shift from royal duties to civilian employment.
An advertisement touts GEO-MINERAL as a four mineral blend that mimics world famous springs. It cites doctors and the late President Roosevelt visiting Georgia springs and compares to legendary ancient waters. Mail orders encouraged with postage note.
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