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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1932
Page
1
Securities and commodities paused after rapid climbs with grains steady for a quiet session. Cotton recovered slightly from yesterday gains while wheat and related grains fell back. Bears in stocks resisted the rise as bulls urged restraint, with silver up one cent to eight cents from a 300 year low.
Libby Holman Reynolds, widow of Smith Reynolds, posted bond of 25000 and vanished after a late night drive from Reidsville. She resurfaced in Baltimore at a hotel lobby before retreating again, shedding mourning attire for a tan sporty outfit as authorities pursue answers to the death of Reynolds a month earlier.
Elkmont Tennessee August 9 Leo White a 15 year old Nashville boy scout was killed and at least 12 other scouts were injured in a crash. Authorities investigate cause as rescue teams aid victims at the scene.
Captain W. N. Lancaster on trial for the Clarke murder denied threatening to return from a western trip to Miami to get rid of Clarke. The statement contradicts earlier testimony by J. F. Russell who said Lancaster made the threat after learning Clarke had replaced him with Mrs. J. M. Keith-Miller.
A man died last night from severe malnutrition after his wife and five children were left unfed. Authorities report the victim collapsed while returning from his supply run and perished soon after.
In Los Angeles on August 9 a divorce hearing revealed film comedian Buster Keaton caused marital strife by staying out overnight and unclear whereabouts. His wife Natalie Keaton—and sister in law Constance Netcher— testified. custody of their two sons, Joseph and Robert, was awarded to Natalie with $300 monthly support. The couple married in New York on May 31, 1921.
New York May or Walker targets accusers in a sur rebuttal filed with Governor Roosevelt. Seabury’s charges against him span years as mayor. Roosevelt plans a swift decision before the Columbus campaign and a hearing is unlikely.
Atlanta reports a cotton price surge with a five cent per bale rise fueling optimism. Officials and lawmakers press the federal farm board to withhold selling holdings, aiming to stabilize markets as old crop releases and security liquidations loom.
Berlin reports widespread turmoil as Germany issues two decrees granting the death penalty for political rioting and related crimes. Police in Berlin and other cities mobilize with rifles, while new summary courts seek rapid justice after a surge of violence and bombings. President Hindenburg's signature is awaited to enact the measures.
In Beverly Hills on August 8, spectators from across the United States praised Los Angeles Olympic events as the greatest show in America. Daily crowds ranged from 70 000 to 105 000, with Argentina winning the marathon after a grueling 26 miles and a fainting spell during their anthem.
Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson told the Council on Foreign Relations that the Kellogg Briand pact can pacify hostilities by mobilizing global opinion. Tokyo denounced the speech while Geneva welcomed a clear US stance supporting future League action with the United States in front.
Mrs. William E. French was sentenced to 10 to 15 years in state prison for a secret assault with intent to kill her husband, following a July 30 conviction alongside Bert B. Owens. Judge Thomas J. Shaw denied a new trial. bond set at $10,000 and appeal filed.
Raleigh dispatch reports Democratic senatorial nominee Robert R. Reynolds will not oppose the party chair selection, saying he wants a united victory in November. Governor Gardner backs Winborne. Reynolds stresses he campaigns for Democratic success and will defer to the state committee.
Bob Buck an 18 year old Westfield flyer and holder of many junior records took off at 3 05 a m eastern standard time in a Pitcairn Sport Mail wing on a 2250 mile route to Mexico City His first stop was Richmond Va Buck hoped for 30 hours total time and 22 elapsed time to set a new record Weather reports were checked before takeoff and snake serum was carried as a precaution for a possible forced landing in the Mexican luneze
Mukden correspondent of the Daily Express reports 20 000 to 30 000 Chinese died as floods devastated the Isan district in Manchuria. The disaster spans about 180 miles along the Suangari river east of Harbin.
Muskogee Oklahoma Aug 9 The Rev A Berrie was indicted on a murder charge connected to the death of his first wife.
Asheville report states Jack Wagner of Statesville captured the medal in the annual competition held in Asheville on August 9.
Coca Cola announced that the second quarter ending June 30, 1932, was the largest in sales volume in company history due to heavy advance syrup purchases in anticipation of the federal tax.
New York reports a market rise viewed as a natural result of renewed confidence. Analysts note earnings slump, weak carloadings, and power output, yet prices rebound on fear-driven selling and expectations of cash recovery amidst global fund movements.
Nancy Hoyt, American novelist, speaks from London about her past romance with Smith Reynolds. She recalls their 1930 meeting aboard a voyage home from Europe and their efforts to wed, noting they divorced their spouses to be together, while Reynolds faced murder indictments.
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