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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1931
Page
2
Six convicts storm Leavenworth's gates taking warden Thomas White and others at gunpoint. Three captors die in a pact as one fugitive remains at large. two guards injured as pursuit narrows. Cleanup and investigation underway with military aid and inmate upheaval.
Clarence Everhart a local chain gang guard was injured when he stepped onto a truck running board slipped fell as the bed struck his shoulder and leg. He was taken to Davidson hospital for treatment after the South Mont road incident involving a gravel-laden truck.
Heavy gunfire raged for nearly an hour as possemen closed in on a besieged house. Four guards breached the door and found three men dead upstairs. Green killed Curtis and Durrill then took his own life. Coroner Sexton confirmed the deaths and noted Warden White remained hospitalized. Posses and bloodhounds searched for Thayer amid a secret investigation.
Maximo Alvarez earned fame as a courageous local figure after he wrestled a skunk that bit him in his sleep. He killed the animal with his bare hands, though he was left uncomfortable and disgusted by the encounter.
A new method to extract radium from ores in 30 days replaces the traditional six months, reportedly developed on the Pacific coast.
In San Angelo Texas a sought after piece of mesquite wood is being considered for a new gav el for Speaker Garner. The Speaker has already broken two gavels early in the new Congress.
Senator Gore of Oklahoma hunts for a ten year old desk slip predicting his return to the Senate. He has asked the sergeant at arms to locate the old desk in the Senate chamber to verify if the prophecy remains.
The Los Angeles case of John Brink an extra being paid $50 rather than $20 was heard by Municipal Judge Kenney. The judge ruled Brink should be paid $20, not the higher rate.
In Freeport New York motorists protest the municipal Christmas lights. They say the permuted red and green bulb lines hinder recognition of traffic signals.
John W. Davis former Democratic presidential nominee in 1924 was toastmaster at a dinner of the American foundation and Philadelphia world court committee. The menu referred to apple cider as vin du pays des etats unis.
Camden records reveal Oswald Cooper left all he had to his wife Ida in twelve words. The probate filing stands as the shortest will on file in the county’s history.
A New York based column outlines practical Christmas gifts focused on usables. It highlights wearable lounge wear for college girls and mothers, wool undergarments, warm sweaters, scarves, belts, fur neckpieces, new blouses, and homemaker needs like bath sets.
North Carolina faces a fall and winter clothing need with many unemployed. A new bulletin details surveys by county relief units to assess on hand clothing materials, available workers, leaders, and fund needs.
RALEIGH N C December 12 The debt advisory committee of the Baptist state convention launched a campaign to sell 300000 dollars in bonds to finance church work in 1932 and 1933 The funds will be split evenly for the two years to meet obligations for colleges and other institutions Mere dith college trustees attended and 14500 dollars was subscribed The bonds carry six percent interest Wachovia Bank and Trust company named trustee Dr J Rufus Hunter chairs the committee Radio waves travel at 186300 miles per second.
The article lists a wide array of gifts for Christmas including damask linens, dishware, furniture like chairs, desks, and lamps, centerpieces with spun glass fish, vases, and new electricals such as featherweight sewing machines, electric shavers, and combo toasters grills. It notes cash shortages and the appeal of practical gifts for large families.
Officials of the Piedmont Highway Association toured middle Pennsylvania to drum up support for U S Route 29. Niel and MecCubbins reported a 1300 mile trip boosted interest, met with Samuel Lewis in Harrisburg, and planned a map for Route 29. Virginia’s road program allocated 350000 for next year to improve Route 29, aiding publicity and tourist travel.
An advertisement pitches a luxe satin backed crepe silk sheet set with hand-hemstitched edges and a matching pillow cover in blue pink lavender or green. The item fits a brown moire silk zipper pillow case and is described for use in a stateroom or as a daytime pillow.
The Big Five coaches and officials meeting at Duke University in Durham is postponed until Monday. A Carolina Playmakers show titled Strike Song features scenes from mill strikes in Gastonia, Danville, and Marion. Dr Charles Mayo, Rochester surgeon, spoke in Wake Forest about regaining lost abilities to cope with traffic and danger.
The North Carolina Anti-Saloon League schedules its 1932 convention in Greensboro for January 21 and 22. State superintendent C. A. Upehureh from Raleigh announced the event.
Arson case against A B Stallings for burning his wife’s home garage automobile and the Davis tobacco warehouse was postponed to the January term after it was revealed his wife had temporarily become insane but is expected to testify then.
A safe from a Burlington North Carolina filling station was blown open by thieves. Pennies lay scattered at the scene and the total stolen amount was not determined.
Mrs. Mae Jones of West Jefferson North Carolina is hospitalized in serious condition after a jar of gasoline exploded while she poured it on a fire.
Virgil Mounce, 25, died in a Winston-Salem hospital from injuries after his car crashed into a telephone pole in heavy fog Sunday.
Ernest D. Hartley a Kenly merchant was sentenced to one year on the county roads after being convicted of assault on Mrs. James Flowers in Smithfield WN C. The case involved a local court action and imposed punishment directed at the defendant.
W E Walker an employee of Motor Express in Charlotte was slightly injured when a compressed air tank exploded in Fayetteville North Carolina The tank it was thrown about 100 feet by the blast and knocked him down as onlookers watched in shock.
In Winston-Salem Bourne, state commander of the American Legion, warns that men willing to work but without jobs create fertile ground for communism. He spoke at a dedication event noting unemployment as a concern for national security.
Executors Reuben Roach and Henry H. Vis appeal to creditors to present claims duly verified before November 1932 or be barred from their share. The notice, dated November 23 1931, warns all persons owing the estate to settle immediately.
Having qualified as administratrix of Emily Horney late of North Oak, I notify all creditors to exhibit claims by December 11, 1932 or they will be barred. Debtors urged to settle promptly. Signed at her residence December 11 1931. Dema Horney Administratrix.
Public auction to the highest cash bidder at 12 oclock noon December 21 1931 at the courthouse door Greensboro NC for the parcel at East Green Street and Thistle Street Guilford described in the 1927 deed to O D Overcast and wife Bessie M Overcash. The sale is subject to taxes and assessments. trustee Bankers Trust and Title Insurance Co. D J Weaver President.
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