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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1932
Page
5
Raleigh dispatch surveys North Carolina Governors race with A J Maxwell seen as likely winner in run off against Ehringhaus. Voter estimate places Maxwell second in first primary behind Ehringhaus, with Fountain a distant third amid party realignments and Gardner administration impact.
In a dramatic senate clash on the tax bill, Huey P. Long demanded Joe T. Robinson surrender party leadership. Long proclaimed an income and inheritance tax plan to “soak the rich,” resigned all committee assignments, and pledged to continue his challenge, while Robinson dismissed it as comic opera and retained leadership.
Ruth reveals to Sally that Joe Raynor forged or copied signatures to a check used by Sue. Ruth explains the check disappeared after Sue misplaced it and worries about the risk and consequences. Sally grows pale as Ruth insists she had to have the money and contemplates confession.
Sally admits forging a check by tracing Sue Thorntons name after a handwriting test. Ruth and Sally debate who must confess and whether Arnold Page will accept blame. Sally fears exposure and pleads for a plan to involve Sue while keeping Joe Raynor and Page unaware.
National commander Henry Stevens Jr. praised North Carolina’s wartime job drive during a Raleigh visit. The drive has secured 20,518 jobs to date, aiding the state’s effort against unemployment.
Asheville bulletin reports Mrs. Jessie Hough charged with killing her husband will be tried at the May term. Liston Hayes is indicted as an accessory in the same case.
J C Blind Johnson long time doorkeeper of the state legislature in Raleigh announces he will run for the state house representing Wake county anchoring a local political bid.
The House passed a Senate resolution praising North Carolina for the statue of Charles B. Aycock recently installed in Stat uary Hall.
Lawrence Armstrong and Vernal Loftin were found guilty here in connection with the robbery of a filling station and the shooting of Ashby Penn at Chapel Hill.
Merle Thorpe editor of Nation's Business will address North Carolina State College graduates at the June 7 commencement in Raleigh.
Revival of the state Bicycle association occurred in Wilmington with Harry T. Paterson elected president and T. B. Kehoe named secretary and treasurer. They will form a board of directors drawn from the 14 North Carolina lodges.
Chuck Cummins faces 18 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to liquor law violations connected to the seizure of a truck and 185 cases near Charlotte last August.
Charlotte reports Cramerton mills received a contract valued at 390 788 44 dollars from the War Department Army for khaki uniform material. The award was issued by the U S Army. The notice notes the contract amount and supplier.
Rockingham reports the death of Mall Mc Rae a former Bank of Rockingham president and Superior OH Co. head after a heart attack at his home. Local officials confirmed the sudden death and mourn the longtime community figure.
Dr. Frank Graham president of the University of North Carolina will deliver the closing address at the high school exercises Monday and will be guest of honor at a university alumni luncheon.
More than 2,500 twenty four pound bags of flour have arrived in Monroe for distribution among the needy.
J C Dobbs a Gastonia filling station operator overpowered and routed a negro who tried to rob him at gunpoint preventing the robbery.
On April 30 1918 the German Lys sector offensive ended after three weeks of heavy losses and no gain. French and British morale rose as the failed attempt to seize channel ports collapsed. German casualties exceeded 150000. Allied raids and small operations improved positions. The British Admiralty reported twelve German submarines destroyed in April.
The excerpt presents a tense moment between Sally and her sister as they discuss rules and a desperate motive. A reference to Hal Pritchard hints at a blackmail plot and pressure to obtain money, escalating the suspense in the scene.
Rudolph to serve six months for operating a still without Herman's knowledge. Herman released from charges of violating prohibition laws as the case concludes. The pair, aged twins, are parted by the dry law sentence in a city court today.
Detroit officials closed Woodward Avenue near Kirby to repair a 26 foot deep cavity under the pavement. Crews uncovered an excavation large enough for a street car and several autos, likely caused by water eroding a large sewer pipe. Traffic was rerouted during the two block repair.
Six million bees in 350 swarms are shipped from Warchide Texas to Bac City Iowa. The apiary sold the shipment to Roose Brothers, an Iowa money company, with the swarms loaded in wire cages and placed on a truck for the overland journey.
A. Graham Miles who distributes meals to forty unemployed men was arrested on Broadway while handing out free meal checks. He was fined ten dollars after police said he became rough during the arrest.
In White Plains at Recreation Park a group of unemployed men are training as golf caddies. Among them are former business executives who once earned salaries of $10,000 annually.
In Parma Michigan two giggling girls are blamed for starting a fire that destroyed a wagon and a load of hay yesterday. Driver Dale Rouse said the girls tossed lighted cigarettes into the hay but he managed to unhitch his horses.
Executor O. M. Bundy announces probate of A. F. Johnson estate Guilford County North Carolina. Creditors must file itemized verified claims by March 25 1933 or be barred. Debtors urged to settle promptly. Jamestown North Carolina 25 March 1932.
Pursuant to an order of the Clerk of the Superior Court Guilford County North Carolina in the matter of Re A Wright Admin vs Helen Payne and Virginia Avenue High Point NC offers for sale to the highest bidder cash the property at corner of West Broad Street and Virginia Avenue comprising two houses and a filling station outhouses 175 feet on West Broad Street 225 feet on Virginia Avenue lands of Adams Millis auction date April 1 9 5 16 23 30 Michael Walser and Casey attorneys
Trustee sells Lot No 10 in Block 2 of Snow Park from the People's Realty Company land in Guilford County North Carolina. The parcel measures 50 feet by 181.04 feet. Cash terms. Auction held in front of the house door in Greensbor o on April 15 1932. W. A. J. Idol is trustee. Dred Peacock attorney.
Public auction at Greensboro court house door at 12 noon May 16 1932 for cash bids on property in Guilford County North Carolina Emerywood addition with specifics of lot lines and streets Feannie Hill drive Forest Hill drive and Hu drive. Attorney Eugene G Shaw listed as substitute.
Notice of sale of land under a mortgage deed by Parlowe Insurance and Co. in Guilford County North Carolina. The property includes Lot 7 in Block B facing East Commerce Street and adjacent Lots 56 50 and 60 in the T F Wrenn Addition Burns land. Sale to satisfy the balance due on the mortgage note. Auction set for 1932 at public location in Point city.
Application to the North Carolina commissioner of pardons and the governor seeks a pardon for Albert Hamilton who was convicted in Guilford county for highway robbery and sentenced to three years in the penitentiary. Protests may be sent to the pardons commissioner without delay. Dated April 12, 1932. By W. C. York, Attorney.
Wachovia Bank & Trust Co. named as executor warns all creditors to exhibit claims by March 24 1933 or be barred. Debts owed to the estate should be paid promptly. Filed in Guilford County North Carolina with executorship granted to Wachovia Bank & Trust Co.
By order of re sale by the Clerk of Guilford County the Mary Harper vs Treence Fede case re sale is set for a public auction at 2 PM on Saturday August 30 1932 on the High Point premises. The north half of Lot 33 A A Grimes land measures about 75 by 116 feet with two small dwellings and 1 3 cash 1 3 in six months and balance in 12 months terms.
Henrietta Robbins administratrix of J G Robertson deceased Guilford County North Carolina notifies creditors to present claims by March 23 1932 at 121 Russell Street High Point NC to her attorney Walter Crissman and that all debts must be paid promptly
Legal notice dated April 7 1932 describes a trust and conveyance of Lot No 4 Block 7 in BR Norflest and T Bémonds property. It lists bounds by street and compass bearings and names trustees John A Allen and Allen Austin attorney. The document records plat details from Guilford County North Carolina and references Deeds and Plat Book 3 page 1.
Notice of sale by Wachovia Bank trustee on April 26, 1932 at the Greensboro courthouse by order of a mortgage in default. Property in High Point North Carolina described as a lot on Emerywoods Avenue with iron stakes and distance measurements, subject to taxes and prior claims.
Notice of sale for land to be held at 2 00 oclock P M May 16 1932. Describes stake on east side intersection and bounds N 75 deg E 150 ft to iron stake then north to Wesley Place corner. Referenced in deed books and insured mortgage details under Corporation of North Carolina. High Point North Carolina.
Pursuant to a court order all creditors of Lewis Harris Inc are notified to present verified claims by June 1 or be barred from participation. Claims filed and allowed will be filed with the Clerk of Municipal Court of High Point North Carolina on June 15, 1932. Creditors have fifteen days to file written exceptions. Receivers Owen Reese. High Point North Carolina.
Notice of sale under a deed of trust by A E Taplin and Ruth B Taplin defaulted on debt. Clerk of Superior Court issued re sale. sale in Guilford County High Point Township on May 7, 1932 at 12 noon. Property described by plat in Guilford County Deeds Plat Book No 6 page 144.
Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of Felix Norris deceased this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate to exhibit them at 711 Fairview Street High Point NC on or before April 20 1933 or their recovery will be barred All persons indebted to the estate should pay promptly This 20th day of 1932 Louis Haglip administrator Tr F Saunders Attorney
Fragmentary notice from Guilford County Deeds Office records indicates a secured deed of trust sale at request of note holders. Details mention Prudential Realty and a sale subject to certain conditions, with references to NW and Winston entities.
Creditors of the Sheraton Drug Company are notified to present their claims to the receiver before June 1. Claims not filed by that date may be barred from participating in the distribution of assets.
By authority of a mortgage deed and note dated January 16 1995 Minnie Buckrham defaulted and the property in High Point Guiford County North Carolina will be sold by public auction May 3 1932 at 12 oclock noon at the East Court House door Greensboro to the highest bidder for cash. The lot covers about 11600 square feet and is described by Buckrham Street and J O Pitts corner with bounds given in the deed. J O Pitt's corner and Albertson are named in the document.
In Guilford County North Carolina Earl B Steed and Flora S Steed sold to W A J Idol trustee for Equitable Life Assurance Society a parcel identified as Lot No 33 in Sheraton Hill Plat recorded in Guilford County. The deed dated September 8 1900 notes the tract fronts Colonial Drive measures 150 by 60 feet and is known as 623 Colonial Drive High Point. Terms of sale cash. Dred Peacock attorney.
Notice is given that under a deed of trust dated December 1 1930 Belle Campe and others will sell at the Greensboro courthouse at 2 PM on May 12 1932 the real estate described as Jamestown Township Guilford County including Green Street Extension and Holton property. The sale is to satisfy a note of 1500 plus interest and unpaid taxes. The property is recorded in Book 658 pages 249 and 252.
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