Arraigned prisoner draws 25 months on charges after cafe fray
Lewis Barnett, 24, faced municipal court before Judge D C McRae on four charges including assault with a deadly weapon and damage to property. The incident stemmed from a Saturday afternoon brawl in a nearby cafe where James Gray was cut on the face with a knife. Police said two tools were broken and Barnett resisted arrest, injuring himself in the melee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Barnett
D. C. McRae
Barnett
James Gray
Gray
Anther
Government reports strong postwar recovery and social aid
Officials claim no destitution exists and that the country is on its feet economically. They describe continued slum remodeling, aid to the underprivileged, widows with children, and the aged, with government support aimed at removing destitution rather than maintenance.
Doolittle Vision for Longer Range Bombers and Future Air Power
General Doolittle discusses evolving aviation with the B 29 bomber. He cites a 5000 mile range and 20000 pound bomb load as a step toward a 10000 mile range with lighter loads. He notes a Guam to Washington nonstop flight as a milestone and warns on preparing to defend peace or secure victory in future wars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doolittle
Guam
Washington
Wright Brothers
Community Responds With Aid After Crash Injuries
A Florida woman describes passengers aiding crash victims by surrendering coats and blankets for bandages while sheets are torn for dressings. Whiskey bottles aid shock care until morphine arrives as Dr Alexandria from New York leads medical staff and rescue efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
New York
Florida
Leod
Welch Named Sanitarian In Health Office
Dr. R. A. Herring announces that the health department has filled the senior sanitarian post. J. T. Welch of Rocky Mount is appointed, succeeding W. S. Teachey. Welch reports by Feb 1 but housing shortages may delay his arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Herring
Senoir Sanitarian
Health Department
J.T. Welch
Rocky Mount
W. S. Teachey
Welch
Herring
Train wreck toll grows with several injured and dead
The Sun Queen derailment near Cheraw raised one confirmed death, four service members unnamed for notification, and a porter James Ferrell of Richmond among the dead. Rescue crews lifted victims from the 12 foot embankment as ambulances converged, with many injured sent to regional hospitals and army air field for treatment. The Silver Meteor and Sun Queen schedules are noted alongside surviving passengers arriving in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Ferrell
Richmond
Perry Clayton Reese
Duke Street
Alexandria
Reed
Wroton
Shoemaker
Xxx
L. R. Redfern
Cheraw
Redfern
Laurenburg - Maxton Army Air Field
North Carolina
Red Cross
New York
St. Petersburg
Fla
Wildwood
Miami
Momentous Exchange Sparks Courteous Laughter
A nearby conversation prompts smiles from Byrnes Bevin and Molotov as one participant explains the moment and others react with laughter. The scene captures informal rapport among notable figures during a tense moment.
Horse Holiday Brings Treats To Chicago Skid Row Nags
On Christmas morning the 1,000 neediest horses in Chicago will receive a six pound bag of oats bran apples carrots corn and shorts from the anti cruelty society. The oldest and coldest will get blankets. Even owners of underprivileged animals will receive the society’s ten commandments on horse care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Old Dobbin
Anticruelty Society
Fatal Auto and Gunshot Toll Across Two States
Buchanan and Thomas Henry ite both died in car crashes in North and South Carolina. DeWitt Bailey a Greenville veteran died instantly when struck by a vehicle near Chapin. Frank L. Watkins of Wendell died from injuries after being struck days earlier. Gunshot wounds, accident and other causes, produced at least five deaths across the two states.
Washed Up Hiro Gunner Questioned Over Lingerie Photo
An American officer in Japan faced an immediate inquiry after sending home a photo showing lingerie drying behind his quarters. He claimed the line served by a “Ten girl interpreters” nearby and suggested the sight was harmless. A rapid explanation was demanded as rumors spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiro
Japan
Woman Loses Gold Plate During Comedy at Local Theater
In Rochester Mina Tickled the Palate column reports a woman unable to locate her six-tooth gold plate during a humorous film showing. The theater doorman briefly assists, and the victim offers 50 cents for his flashlight aid as she searches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
Mina
Signs of the Times and odd sales in Los Angeles
A used car lot now displays a sign trading cars for planes, and three surplus army training ships are offered for sale though they cannot be flown away. The lot is bordered by telephone wires and mentions domestic stain remedies like berry stains to rinse with water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
the Times
Timid Support Stems Stock Mart Drop
New York markets showed a general decline of 1 to 7 points before timid support emerged to halt the slide. Leading names cited include U. S. Steel Bethlehem Chrysler General Motors Packard Santa Fe and others. Potatoes in Chicago noted arrivals on track and light trading amid cold weather with firm prices for select varieties.
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New York
U. S. Steel
Bethlehem
Chrysler
General Motors
Packard
Santa Fe
N. Y. Central
Southern Pacific
Southern Railway
Eastern Air Lines
Douglas Aircraft
Boeing
Eastman Kodak
du Pont
Anaconda
American Telephone
Electric Power & Light
U. S. Rubber
Montgomery Ward
International Harvester
Chicago
U. S
Colorado
Red McClures
Nebraska Bliss
Yat Bliss
Livestock market report from Chicago trades steady gains
Livestock market summary from Chicago shows salable hogs 12 000 to 25 500 head, fully steady with most sows at 14.10 ceilings. Cattle salable 14 000 with fair activity. steers up to 25 cents higher, choice offerings around 18.00, heifers 14.00 to 16.75, cows steady with weak undertone, bulls and vealers scarce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
USDA
Cotton futures rise as market opens amid slow year-end activity
New York cotton futures jump up to ten cents as early trading opens with prices for March and May higher, while noon levels show declines. In the textile market scattered cloth lots sold for quick delivery but mills hold back for year end and potential M 317A revisions. Woolen and worsted demand remains active, but labor tensions loom with a union strike vote anticipated affecting 102 mills. Rayon goods show dull activity.
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New York
US Arctic Expedition Plans From Canada
The United States will launch an Arctic expedition in two segments starting from Churchill Manitoba in mid February and Edmonton Alberta in early May with observers and air and ground troops. Officials expect vital information on Arctic operations including clothing food and equipment for extreme cold.
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America
Churchill
Manitoba
Edmonton
Alberta
United States
Arctic
Wilkinson recalls code breaking and Yamamoto interception
Wilkinson described covert World War II intelligence from 1941 to 1942 and an operation to intercept Admiral Yamamoto. He said Nimitz approved the plan to trap Yamamoto and explained the timing for a successful interception. The testimony followed Sen Brewster’s disclosure about funding Percy Greaves at the inquiry.
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Wilkinson
Chester Nimitz
Yamamoto
White House
United States
Nimitz
Brewster
Maine
Percy L. Greaves
Republican National Committee
Greaves
FASTEETH Improves Denture Comfort and Security
Many wearers report secure dentures with FASTEETH powder. It holds plates firmer and more comfortably without taste or nausea. The alkaline formula helps control plate odor and freshens breathe. Available at drug stores.
Two Local Men Honorably Discharged at Charleston Center
At the Charleston Naval Separation Center 362 men received honorable discharges including Sir Murray Franklin Vaughn of 1502 North Main and Sir Henry Marshall Callahan of 401 Greer Street High Point Vaughn served 33 months and took part in Leyte and Luzon campaigns Callahan served 32 months. Sgt Harry S Griffin of 1201 English Street also discharged at Fort Monmouth New Jersey on December 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Murray Franklin Vaughn
N. Main Street
Henry Marshall Callahan
Greer Street
High Point
Vaughn
Callahan
Leyte
Luzon
Sgt. Griffin
Harry S. Griffin
English Street
Fort Monmouth
N. J
Navy discharge processing at Pearl Harbor staging center
Gunner's mate third class Chapp M. Brown of High Point North Carolina is at the Pearl Harbor Naval Staging Center where prospective dischargees are sorted by separation center. They are placed aboard ships sent to the States as soon as shipping space becomes available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naval Staging Center
Pearl Harbor
Hiatt Returns Home From Pearl Harbor on Magic Carpet
William E Hiatt Sr USNR husband of Mary C Hiatt of 317 Pickett St High Point NC on his way home as part of 1200 strong Magic Carpet operation returning aboard the US Shamrock Bay headed to the States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Harbor
T. H
William E. Hiatt
Usnr
Mary C. Hiatt
Pickett St
High Point
N. C
Hiatt
Shamrock Bay
Demobilization at Pearl Harbor Rejoins Civilians and Sailors
At Pearl Harbor T. H. William Ralph Linthicum a first class seaman of High Point North Carolina and Dewey W. Davis a first class seaman from Randleman North Carolina prepare to rejoin civilians as thousands depart through the naval demobilization center heading back to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Harbor Naval Staging Center
Pearl Harbor
T. H
William Ralph Linthicum
Seaman
Ward St
High Point
N. C
Dewey W. Davis
Randleman
Sykes in Greensboro
First Lieutenant Thurman B. Sykes husband of Mrs Rachel M Sykes of 510 Cable Street has reported to the RAF redistribution station in Greensboro. He recently returned to this country after twelve months with the 7th and 20th air forces in the Asiatic Pacific theater. At Greensboro he will undergo processing to check all his records prior to assignment to a U S air force installation.
Two sailors honorably discharged after long navy service
PhM 2-¢ James Daniel Thornbrough of 620 English street and CM 2-c Roscoe Evans Weavil of Kernersville RT 1 have been honorably discharged after 36 and 28 months of service. Thornbrough served with an evacuation hospital corps on Okinawa and Guam, while Weavil joined operations in the Marianas, Caroline, Leyte and Luzon. Both were separated from service in Charleston, South Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Daniel Thornbrough
English Street
Roscoe Evans Weavil
Kernersville
Rt. 1
Navy
Thornbrough
Okinawa
Guam
Weavil
Marianas
Caroline
Leyte
Luzon
Charleston
S. C
Cadl dell Discharged After Normandy Invasion Service
Cadell being discharged from the navy after months of duty. Seaman first class Charlie M Caddell 31 from 620 English street Little Creek Virginia served aboard an LCI 16 months and took part in the Normandy invasion. Four veterans from High Point North Carolina aboard the Magic Carpet include Paul W Ensley Nelson A Smith Willard Hussey and Roy Hill aboard ships at Pearl Harbor and the Pacific.
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Caddell
Charlie M. Caddell
English Street
Naval Amphibious Base
Little Creek
Navy
Martha Thornbrough
Tomlinson’s
LCI
Normandy
Pearl Harbor
T. H
High Point
N. C
States
Paul W. Ensley
Vola I. Ensley
Hamilton Street
Haskell
Nelson A. Smith
Shiply Bay
Willard A. Hussey
Viola W. Hussey
Hines Street
Ros
Pfc
Roy Hill
Savo Island
Lt Fawcett Released to Inactive Duty in Washington
Lt Fernley G. Fawcett of Emerywood Court apartments High Point North Carolina was released to inactive duty at the naval personnel center in Washington on December 13.
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Fawcett
Washington, D. C
Fernley G. Fawcett
Emerywood Court Apartments
High Point
N. C
Naval Personnel’ S Center
Naval discharge and demobilization at center reported
John Robert Jarrett of Rt 3 was discharged after 26 months in the navy at Charleston. He wears the European-African-Middle Eastern, American Theater and American Defense ribbons. Lt John I Mungan of 705 Florence Ave High Point NC prepares to rejoin civilian life as thousands pass through the naval demobilization center to return home.
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Jarrett
John Robert Jarrett
Rt. 3
Charleston
Navy
Naval Staging Center
Pearl Harbor
T. H
John I. Mungan
Florence Ave
Nue
High Point
N. C
Ting
Naval
States
Hodgin Discharged From Army Air Forces Center
Pfc. Harold J. Hodgin of Jamestown was honorably discharged from the Army Air Forces at the first separation center after nineteen months of service. Hodgin, who enlisted in May 1944, served in the European theater as an armorer and wears the European theater ribbon with three battle stars, the Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Ribbon, and World War II Victory Medal. His wife, Mrs. Harold I. Hodgin, resides in Jamestown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodgin
Seymour Johnson Field
Harold J. Hodgin
Jamestown
Army Air Forces
Pfc
Tis
Harold I. Hodgin
Science Talent Search Opens for 1950 Finals
More than 15 000 American high school seniors prepare for a three hour exam in the Science Talent Search competition. Examinations will be mailed to over 3 000 preceptors and teachers who will administer tests in local schools from December 3 to 27.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
INS
Wright’s Kitty Hawk Flight Sets Short Distance Record
Orville Wright achieves the first powered flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903 covering 120 feet less than the wing span of a large modern airplane. The feat marks a pivotal step in aviation history with the Wright brothers demonstrating controllable, powered flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kitty Hawk
Orville Wright
Weather Roundup North Carolina and Virginia Forecast
North Carolina remains fair and not very cold today and tonight with interior lows 16 to 22 and coast 22 to 38. Tuesday brings partly cloudy skies and a bit warmer. Virginia shows continued cloudiness today and tonight with temperatures rising slowly Tuesday as west portions see afternoon cloud increase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Virginia
Chinese arms output under lend-lease in Free China
United States forces in the China theater announced that more than 59 percent of the ammunition provided to the Chinese army during lend-lease came from arsenals and factories in Free China. The armament program succeeded despite material shortages and transport limits, with coolies carrying heavy loads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chungking
Free China
United States
China Theater
Two Soldiers Reunited After 32 Months Service
In Owatonna Minnesota a report notes Cpl. Richard Evans and Pfc. John Marek served 32 months together meeting only on entry and discharge at Ft Snelling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owatonna
Minn
Richard Evans
Pfc
John Marek
Ft. Snelling
Notice of Sale of Land Pursuant to Deed of Trust
Trustee Thos W Sprinkle will sell at public auction in High Point North Carolina a Lot No 6 in the J M Hedgecock subdivision Guilford County. The sale is to satisfy a deed of trust dated June 28 1944 from Guy L Conrad and Opal B Conrad to the Trustee for High Point Perpetual Building and Loan Association. Sale set for January 10 1946 at 11 30 am in front of the County Building corner West Green and South Main Street High Point. 10% cash deposit required. Sale subject to unpaid taxes and street assessments. This notice dated December 11 1948.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy L. Conrad
Opal B. Conrad
Thos. W. Sprinkle
High Point Perpetual Building and Loan Association
Register of Deeds
Guilford County
North Carolina
West Green
South Main Street
High Point
High Point Township
Guilford Coun Ty
J. M. Hedgecock
Office of the Register of Deeds
June A. Johnson, C
College Avenue
Adam Thomason
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