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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1936
Page
13
A historic An-Madh document titled Ladies in Distress halts a wage law, triggering a present plight. Officials condemn the action while workers face unresolved pay rules as authorities seek restoration of labor protections.
A 1936 essay by Helen Welshimer discusses the widening role of women in industry, wage law gaps, and the struggle for fair pay. It argues that as women increasingly become primary or sole earners, they face exploitation and insufficient federal protection, prompting calls for stronger wage standards and collective action.
A fragment reflects concern over protecting workers from exploitation, noting a fractured conscience and a lingering chivalry, while signaling ongoing struggles for safeguards against abusive employers.
Mrs. Molly Clemmons aged 71 died at her daughter Mrs. Frank Crawford’s home in Thomasville after an 18 month illness. Born May 21, 1865 in Davidson County, she was daughter of James and Mary Eddinger. Survived by one daughter, grandchildren, a brother John Eddinger, and several stepchildren. Funeral services by Rev. McGee and Rev. Ritchie will be tomorrow at 3 pm at Rich Fork Baptist Church. burial in Rich Fork cemetery.
Roy B. Parish aged 28 died at Rex Hospital from injuries after a truck rollover in Johnston County pinned him under the vehicle for more than twenty minutes. The accident occurred late yesterday with Parish sustaining fatal trauma.
Recreation centers plan a leaders party at East Washington Street center Friday night at 8. WPA workers receive ongoing recreation and a Tuesday program at Pine street sewing room. Regulation horseshoes added to centers. High Point Professional Men's club to host a symposium and artist recital in fall. Attendees included Dr. Miller and professors Curtright and Griffin with guests from Brook Haven, Asheville, and Reidsville.
Funeral services for Frances Williams 27 wife of Cornelius Williams will be held at Emmanuel Baptist church at 3 o clock Thursday afternoon. Interment will follow in Green Hill cemetery.
Thirty years after a Kansas City stage meeting with Sarah Bernhardt a baby girl was born last week to Dr. Chas F Bernhardt and his wife. They named her Sarah reflecting the actress likeness.
A report notes that African Americans run more than 25 700 retail establishments across the United States, highlighting their growing participation in the national retail sector and economic activity.
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