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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1948
Page
13
Militarists say atomic bombs and jet propulsion have transformed warfare, making current methods speculative for the public as new titles and uniforms for servicemen are anticipated amid top secret developments.
In High Point, O A Kirkman known as Ott, a longtime public figure, served as city councilman and state legislator while holding roles with the High Point Thomasville and Denton railroad. His early career as a reporter and varied public service mark a life spent shaping city history and community events.
A three man Davidson county committee led by Dwight W. Pickard plans to name a county draft board soon. Registration for men 18 to 25 starts August 30 and runs to September 18 by age, with drafting to begin October 1. A Thomasville board may be appointed, and a veteran will join the county board. Joe Leonard of the Lexington VFW may commend the veteran appointments.
Sheraton manager Arthur G. Corpening Jr reports 4000 to 5000 guests registered at the Sheraton over the last two weeks for the summer furniture market. Visitors came from Boston to Miami and as far west as Indianapolis and Chicago. The hotel hosted more guests than the January market, aided by better capacity and quick prep. The first week alone saw 478 steaks served at 3.50 to 4.00 each, with demand so high a Washington telegraph order was needed to curb appetites. The steaks were exhausted by Thursday of the first week.
High Point resident H. D. Saunders, a passenger ticket agent for Southern Railway, is described as a very happy man amid a season of cheer. The feature highlights Saunders' joyful outlook in the local station setting.
Wachovia Bank asks High Point city council to permit installing drive up teller windows with a basement teller station. The plan, backed by the law and public safety committee, faces a board of adjustments advisory and addresses a permanent bus stop and metered parking near Main and English streets.
Final registration data show 271 North Carolina stores from 1 013, along with 279 South Carolina and 279 Virginia stores, among 2 716 stores from 815 towns at the 45th semi annual market. Four thousand six hundred ninety eight buyers attended at the Exposition building. The market drew buyers from 26 states plus DC and the Bahamas. The event closed after two weeks described by officials as a very successful show.
Major Ramon Franco and his Numancia crew launched from Cadiz on a world flight to prove air routes for passengers and mail. In Mexico City Concepcion de la Lata was named by Josa de Leon Toral as influencing Obregon’s assassination. The US Olympic team led Amsterdam with 86 points, Ruth topped AL homers with 41, Gehrig 19, and Maxie Rosenbloom defeated Ted Kid Lewis.
Hoover fishes in the California mountains while Smith swims at Hampton New York before campaigns. The item notes Earhart endorsement of Lucky Strike and snapshots of prices in High Point retail ads. Classifieds include seven room house rent and furnished rooms. Broadway musical Lady Be Good stars Jack Mulhall and Dorothea.
The Junior Chamber of Commerce will present a 53,024.63 contribution to the High Point hospital trustee board for the Central Carolina Convalescent Hospital in Guilford County. Jaycee President Bill Lee says the total may rise as additional gifts come in. The formal check will be given Monday at 9:30 in front of Sechrest funeral home.
W A Bmins recounts a tour of Tomlinson's High Point showrooms with J Robert Barr and Stokely. He notes living room pieces designed from a national value survey, featuring barrel lounge chairs sofas and a focus on sturdiness utility and beauty. The piece hints at more details on page 8.
Dr. Loren Wallin, formerly county health officer for Anson and Montgomery counties, will assume duties as full time health officer for the City of High Point tomorrow. He aims for a substantial, well rounded program with sanitation as a strength and prioritizes spraying against flies and improved sanitation. Wallin has held the position in Anson and Montgomery counties since 1938 with headquarters in Wadesboro.
High Point Radio Council launches an eleven week series on WHPE Tuesdays at 8 15 pm titled The Adventures of the Red Feather Man. Airing dramas feature community agencies and a live on street appearance by the red feather man who answers questions about services and funding from last year. Edwin Bruce stars as Rocky in The Fall Guy with a cast of popular radio actors.
The North Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners announced in Raleigh that 113 physicians were licensed after annual examinations held last month. Included are James Luther Brown and Everett Davis Jones of High Point and Ira Gordon Early of Thomasville.
The High Point Community Radio Council lists August 1 to 7 programs: August 1 WHPE 2 15 to 2 30 featuring The Constant Invader with Lionel Barrymore. August 3 WMFR 8 15 to 8 30 The Adventures of the Red Feather Man. August 4 WHPE 1 15 to 1 30 Tuggle Time with The Wedding Bell. All stories copyrighted by Octavia Jordan Perry.
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