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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1937
Page
2
Cloudy and cold across North Carolina with possible light sleet in the west. South Carolina sees cloudy skies. central and southeast slightly colder with possible mist or light rain. Winds from the northeast affect Hatteras to Jacksonville with moderate gusts and overcast conditions tonight and Wednesday.
Announcement was made today that Hendrix Brothers Furniture in receivership will be sold to B. F. Hendrix Company Incorporated, a new corporation chartered by the secretary of state. The firm’s assets and liabilities will transfer to the new store on South Wrenn Street with B. F. Hendrix as general manager and his brother John C. Hendrix as associate.
A regular meeting of the Emmanuel Lutheran Brotherhood will be held at the church on Wednesday evening. All members are asked to arrive promptly at 6 30 o clock.
An advertisement claims juniper oil and buchu leaves can flush the kidneys and relieve burning sensations. It mentions a 25 cent test for scanty urine and references a product called Sabet with a 608 cent box of Bukste. Listed drug stores include Mann Drug Stores and Eckera's.
Dewey Dorsett of the North Carolina Industrial Commission holds a hearing today on a workers compensation claim for James Palmer and two injured workers killed August 22 on the grade crossing elimination project in High Point. The case tests whether the claim lies against the city Blythe Brothers Charlotte contractors or the Southern Railway, noting the act excludes railways and the city may bear ultimate responsibility under contract terms. The proceeding continued in High Point City Hall with no decision expected today.
The Presbyterian church hosts its annual Christmas fellowship supper Wednesday at 6 pm in the church basement. Families bring a basket supper to share, with Christmas songs and carols led by Dana Smith. Miss Nelle Ansley of the YWCA will read Christmas stories.
The article outlines partisan efforts by both the House and Senate to win votes on a granary bill as supplies grew. Senator Bailey of North Carolina labeled the Senate bill unconstitutional during continued attacks in the debate.
A House member warns the wage hour bill will stay in effect for a year and cites Supreme Court opposition. Bailey predicts the measure will follow the Bankhead Bill into repeal after the high court décision. Rep Doeweke proposes a 40 cent minimum wage and 40 hour week with industry flexible setting.
Dr. G. I. Humphreys president of High Point college will speak at the Schoolmasters club dinner hour at 6 30 in the home economics building of Woman's college Greensboro. Students from High Point college will perform musically T. R. Foust Guilford county schools superintendent will preside the meeting the final calendar year meeting of north western district school leaders.
The 22 year old Brooklyn dancer Weidmann spent time taking dance lessons while he hid after the killing of an American girl. He confessed to five murders and altered his story to blame Roger Million for another death. Detectives seek Mme Keller's grave near Fontainebleau as Berg orders investigation.
Meiping and Standard Oil Company boats were destroyed in bombing attacks for which the Japanese navy has accepted full responsibility. It was believed, however, that further details would follow as officials assessed casualties and aid needs for the Panay incident and its victims.
Captain C H Carlson of the Meian was unaccounted for as the Italian embassy said its Chinese secretary Albert Roh may have been aboard the Panay. Shanghai reports noted five separate Japanese air strikes on the Panay and Standard Oil ships, with the Panay not sinking for 90 minutes offering a chance for survivors.
The report notes a formal Japanese response and indemnifications promising no attack on American lives or property in China. President Roosevelt sent a personal message to Emperor Hirohito, a rare diplomatic gesture. Observers say the move aims to signal gravity to the Japanese nation.
Japan signals acceptance of responsibility for sinking the Panay and vows to make amends. Foreign Minister Hirota mails a formal note to Ambassador Grew outlining apologies indemnification and measures to prevent recurrence. Premier Konoye outlines Japan's stance on China and commitment to stability in East Asia.
In cooperation with police, the state highway patrol recovered Mrs. W H Culler s Plymouth coach stolen from in front of the St office building. Melvin Paul Lowe was captured and brought back for Municipal court trial on auto theft charged held on $1000 bond. hearing set Wednesday morning. The car belonged to Mrs. Culler on the Winston Salem road.
An extended man hunt in eastern North Carolina centers on a suspect known as Turner. He allegedly stayed at Camp Byrd with a woman described as his wife and was linked to a man believed to use a false name. He exchanged fire on a beach road, was wounded, and fled toward Wilmington. Police pursued, but a later tip led to a cabin camp eight miles west where only a bloody towel was found.
Firefighters responded to two alarms last night. A blaze at a children's playhouse on 302 Everett Street started at 9 05 PM. A second fire involved a chimney at 109 Brentley Circle, with Stations Nos. 1 8 6 and the service truck at Everett and Company No 4 at Brentley.
Police tie the theft at Dr Tiffany Barnes office in Asheboro to a Wilmington gun battle involving state patrolman John Byrd and Jack Borden alias Wash Turner. Entry tools used, medical supplies stolen include three rolls of cotton and bandage tape. Patrol units head toward Asheboro to investigate.
In a nine hour closed session the GOP began forming a steering committee with potential chairs named: E. M. Hopkins of Dartmouth James Truslow Adams Frederick Steiner of Oregon and John H. on Chicago. Hamilton defended his position and rejected retirement while touting constructive activity and vowing to replace the New Deal with a better deal.
Special to The Enterprise Ada Rogere Gorman suffered possible arm fracture and bruises when the car overturned on a curve two miles west of Asheboro on an ice coated highway at 10 this morning. The colored chauffeur was only slightly hurt and Mrs Gorman was enroute to Durham.
Ambassador Robert W. Bingham, envoy to England since 1933, was operated on today at John H. Mooking Hospital to determine the cause of his illness. Surgeon Dr. William F. Rienhoff said no definite diagnosis yet and he entered the hospital November 25 after arriving from London.
Fred Whitson a 16 year old farmer lad was held on a warrant for detaining Lace Byrd a 60 year old farmer at pistol point yesterday. Byrd robbed of four dollars and shot in the arm.
A June moon scene shows Lovelorn Luke driving with one arm around his date. The National Safety Council urges drivers to keep both hands on the wheel eyes on the road and mind on safe arrival.
Adams-Millis Corp hosiery makers with mills at High Point and Kernersville North Carolina declared a 50 cent per share special dividend on common stock payable December 24 to shareholders on record December 17. Southern Natural Gas Co announced a 50 cent class A dividend and a 26 cent class B dividend payable December 27 to holders of record December 17.
The Princess Cafe will celebrate its 15th anniversary on December 15. Opened on December 15, 1922, at the current location, it underwent a 1929 remodeling adding a dining room and coffee shop. The event features a turkey dinner and broiled Maine lobster dinner at special prices.
Joy Anne Leonard infant daughter of J. William and Mae Frances Cruthis Leonard died at home in High Point route 3 Saturday morning. Survived by parents, paternal grandfather W. H. Leonard, and maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Cruthis all of High Point route 3. Funeral held at home Sunday at 2 pm conducted by Mr. R. Stone. Interment in Mechanicsville cemetery.
In Guilford County Superior Court Judge William F. Harding presided. J. L. Burnette pleaded guilty to assault with a deadly weapon and received six months on the roads. Sam Robbins stood trial for drunkenness and disorderly conduct and was sent back to High Point municipal court. Mrs. J. W. Tomlinson had her case continued for the term.
Albert Hicks known as Buzzard across Greensboro stands trial for attempted criminal assault on Eva Lee Bentley at High Point city lake on October 16. Bentley testified Hicks, with another couple, pursued her on the lake steps where she fought him and cried for help as officers arrived and fired at the fleeing suspect.
Four farmers cooperative exchange services received charters from Secretary of State Thad Eure to grow produce harvest and marketing farms. Authorized capital stock 50 000 dollars with 60 000 dollars subscribed. The High Point Ayden Mooresville and Whiteville cooperatives formed by named organizers.
Police report arrests for traffic violations within 24 hours including three for traffic ordinances two for reckless driving and one red light violation. Ice pavements prompt caution as drivers are urged to brake smoothly.
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