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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1929
Page
10
The Eiffel Tower in Paris has welcomed nearly 14 million visitors since its construction, reflecting its enduring appeal as a landmark and tourist magnet. The milestone underscores its status as a global icon drawing travelers from around the world.
An advertisement claims piles result from blood congestion in the lower bowel and promotes Dr Leonhardt's Hem Roid tablets as a quick safe cure. It asserts the product relieves congestion, strengthens affected parts and promises money back if not helped, sold by Mann Drug Co. and druggists.
William Abner Coltrane a respected Randolph county farmer died at his residence after a two year illness. He lived in Trinity township all his life and was valued by the community. Survived by his widow Sarah Hill Coltrane, three daughters Kate Trotter Beatrice Richardson Alberta Coltrane and Paul Coltrane, four sisters Lou Whiteselle Minnie Coltrane Nita Brown Mozelle Neal. Funeral at Old Union church tomorrow at 11 with Rev Brendall. burial in church cemetery.
A figure asserts the atmosphere pressures the typical adult body at about 32 400 pounds. The claim presents a striking estimate of external force on the body from air.
Daily barbecue served in old Southern style at Blackwelder’s Barbecue. Mrs E W Blackwelder owns the establishment located at 119 North Wrenn Street.
Delegations from most North Carolina chapters of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics begin arriving in High Point for the state convention at the Sheraton. With an expected turnout over 500, the schedule includes a dormitory dedication, credentials registration, speeches by state and national officers, and an evening public meeting at the high school auditorium.
A fortune teller in Berlin proclaims you will endure poverty until age 35 and then adapt to it. The quip, attributed to Ulk, reflects bleak humor in a urban tavern aside.
Instructions suggest adding a dash of ammonia to the washing water for woolens to achieve fluffier and lighter fabrics. The tip emphasizes improved texture and breathing room in the washed wool goods.
Children who will be six on or before December 1 may enroll when schools open September 9. An earlier report misstated eligibility by saying September 1. authorities corrected the error and stressed that children not yet six will be allowed to enroll this year.
J L Sechrest chair of the general committee calls on local merchants to place flags on the streets for the Junior Order United American Mechanics convention opening tonight. He says decorating the town is expected and aims to match practices in other places.
Mrs J W Ballance a leading Trinity resident died at 7 40 am after a two year illness. Born June 12 1842 in Wake County she was daughter of Dr J B Alford a Methodist minister and Eliza Leach. She leaves two sons two daughters a sister and a variety of ties to local families. Funeral Tuesday at 2 30 pm at the home with interment in Hopewell cemetery.
The August 18 Christian Science lesson treats Soul as theme with a Psalms healing verse and Isaiah 43:12 guidance about leading the blind. It cites Mary Baker Eddy on darkness as mortal sense and sin sorrow disease and death as phantoms that flee before truth and love.
Mrs. Brice Bennett and two sons with her brother Darrell Bowles returned home yesterday after spending several days in Statesville visiting friends and relatives.
Local lawyer O. D. Ingram was convicted on four charges in municipal court. Judge Teague sentenced him to county roads for one year and barred from practicing law in North Carolina for five years if he leaves the state and remains away for three years. Ingram planned to depart at once after accepting the sentence.
Andrew Jackson Post 87 and its Legion Auxiliary plan an old fashioned picnic on the grounds of the High Point Country club Wednesday at 7 30 p m. The menu features fried chicken watermelon lemonade and other picnic staples. Members and auxiliary are invited and entertainment is planned.
Robert Steele, a colored man, was badly injured yesterday when his motorcycle collided with a car at Montlieu and Centennial avenues. He suffered a broken jaw and was taken to High Point Hospital for treatment.
Old fashioned butter dishes in flower pattern china repurposed as decorative ash trays for homes with many smokers.
It is estimated that about six or seven persons out of every million are struck by lightning.
Monroe Anthony and Henry Steele, both colored, were involved in a knife assault on East Washington Street near the Washington Street Cafe. Anthony is held in jail after admission to High Point hospital where his wounds were treated. The fight arose from a quarrel over a woman.
Hans Peter Nielson of Royal Oak killed his wife Magdeline 35 and four children Niels Hans 9 Bertha 8 Paul 6 Bodell 2 with gas fumes and then took poison after starting a fire. Firemen found the bodies in the bedroom as every gas jet in the house had been opened.
New colorful oil cloth luncheon sets mimic figured damask in pattern and appeal. These would be a practical gift for a mother in a family with children.
A fragment from the Passing Show captures bravado and provocation with a line urging action as a commentator notes mounting insistence for a fight. The exchange centers on pressure to stand and confront a challenger, reflecting stage humor and social bravado of the period.
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