Safeguard Christmas Against Fire Perils
Public safety guidance warns of holiday fire risks from candles trees and decorations. Advice covers secure tree setup away from heat clean nonflammable ornaments metal containers for matches fire extinguishers and quick actions if clothing catches fire. It also urges public venues and shops to ensure clear exits proper wiring and trained staff.
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New York
Ald
Santa Claus
Santa
England
Chief Horney Outlines Christmas Don’ts for Safety
Fire Chief A B Horney, now on the National Board of Wire Underwriters, urges safety measures for the holidays. Avoid toppled trees near heat or lights, open flames, and flammable ornaments. use safety acetate film, keep extinguishing tools ready, and remove trees promptly after December 6.
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A. B. Horney
Santa Claus
National Board of Wire Underwriters
Warning Issued On Bogus Checks By Imposter
警告昨日向高点商家发出, 防止自称 Philco 工厂或 A K Sutton 公司雇员的人员散布假支票. 报告称 O L Parker 冒充 Philco 雇员, 在 Surety Bank and Trust 公司和 Philco Radio Company 开出并签署的支票, 支票金额 18.66 美元, Parker 在 North Wilkesboro 用 3 美元购买杂货后要求找零.
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High Point
Philco
A. K. Sutton, Inc
O. L. Parker
Surety Bank and Trust Company
Philadelphia
Philco Radio Company
C. A. Bernstein
Philco Radio and Television Corporation
J. R. Thomas
North Wilkesboro
OO. L. Parker
Diamonds Burn in Oxygen At 850 Degrees
Diamonds burn when exposed to pure oxygen at a temperature around 850 degrees Celsius. The reaction highlights diamond’s combustion characteristics and the role of oxygen in supporting flame.
Capella Ghock choir at High Point records engagements statewide
The A Capella Ghohk choir of High Point College, 38 members under Prof E B Stimson, has booked numerous engagements across North Carolina and adjacent states this winter and spring. A letter from Mrs Hugene Davis commends the ensemble’s fin ished singing and blending. The group broadcasts weekly on WSJS and WBIG and is invited to Raleigh and Charlotte stations. campus plans for a second orchestra of 25 members led by Miss Margaret Sloan are underway.
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High Point College
E. B. Stimson
North Carolina
Hugene Davis
North
Raleigh
Charlotte
Margaret Sloan
Night school holds annual Yuletide program amid heavy attendance
Despite bad weather, High Point night school pupils presented The Nativity at Highland Community Hall drawing about 300 attendees. Superintendent T W Andrews spoke, Mary and Joseph roles were filled by local students, and a large Christmas tree lit the stage. Gifts and Bible presentations followed with support from Woman's Club committees and local businesses.
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High Point
Highland Community Hall
Geddie Strickland
T. W. Andrews
A. H. Whitley
W. W. Gluyas
T. M. Hill
James Lacy
Mary
Wilma Hill
W. H. Grady
Joseph
Oda Parrish
Andrews
W. T. Saunders
Women’s Clubs
R. T. Chappell
Carson Burns
Louise Edwards
Woman's Club
P. W. Flagge
High Point Paper Box Company
Redwine Hardware Company
High Point Hardware Company
Ffird’s
Belk-Stevens
J. C. Penney Company
Kress Company
MacLellan’s
Woolworth’s
Sears-Roebuck
Lexington Grocery Company
W. A. Davis
BE. F. Nance
J. H. Lambeth
Blue Bird Ice Grean Company
States Eye General Sales Tax Amid Budget Strains
A review of several states shows growing interest in a general sales tax as a solution to budget gaps. Mississippi reports a broad gross receipts levy, while Kentucky and others weigh constitutionally or politically charged proposals. Officials warn of varied public reception and potential revenue impacts across states.
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Waynick
Mississippi
Mississippi Tax Commission
Tax Commission of Mississippi
Kentucky
North Carolina
Senate
Washington State
New Jersey
Arizona
Colorado
Michigan
Missour
Nevada
New York State
Virginia
Indiana
Kansas
Ita
Wisconsin
Rhode Island
Maryland
New Hampshire
Oregon
Ontana
Utah
South Carolina
Flowering Plant Diversity Surpasses 250000 Varieties
A survey notes the British Isles host more than 250 000 flowering plant varieties. Researchers highlight vast biodiversity across habitats from meadows to moorlands, stressing conservation needs and potential for horticulture and ecology studies.
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British Isles
Onion Polishes Tinware Suggests Polishing Trick
A quirky note claims onions serve as an excellent polishing agent for tinware. The tip highlights using kitchen produce to brighten and restore shine to metal items.
College Gymnasium Nears Completion at High Point College
Work on the C. F. Finch led gymnasium progresses through poor weather. A full basketball court and two smaller courts will fit the space, with offices for coaches, shower, locker rooms, and basement storage and sleeping quarters for visiting teams. The gym adjoins the boys dormitory with a walk from the main drive.
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High Point College
C. F. Finch
Thomasville
West College Drive
College Drive
Trio Local Men to Stand State Attorney Tests
Raleigh December 17 Nine five persons file notice they intend to take the written examination for licenses to practice law in North Carolina and five others will seek licenses by comity when the test is held here January 9 6. The list includes Joseph Auten Huntersville Thomas Baldwin Siler City James Baley Jr West Asheville and many others across the state.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
Joseph Little Auten
Huntersville
Thomas Fleet Baldwin
Siler City
James Major Baley, Jr
West Asheville
W. RR. Battley
Statesville
Theodore Cobb Bethea
Reidaville
Abraham B. Rook
Asheville
Thomasville
Erasmus Alston Daniel
Washington
Lee F. Davis
Waynesville
Thomas Pitegerald Davis
Roxboro
William Henry Doherty
Hugh Gordon Dupree
Thomas Lee Dyecard, Jr
John Clinton Eady
China Grove
George Monroe Estep
Greensboro
Prank Utley Pletcher
Solomon Richard Fox
Oxford
Franklin Edward Freeman
Dobson
William MH. Glenn
Red Springs
John Washington Graham
Edenton
William Grimes
Edward Matthew Hairfield, Jr
Morganton
Walter George Hamilton
John Chieman Hanes
Pine Hall
Edward Truett Marrell
Red Oak
Leon Peter Harris
Charlotte
James Keith Morrison
High Point
William Julius Hobbs
Wilmington
Theodore Leonard Folden
Rample Pletcher Huffine
John Robert Huhes
Alvin Joyner Jackson
Cecil Cairnes Jackson
Biltmore
John Ray
Ennings
Tayloreville
Richard Henry Pierce Johnson
Clinton
David Lee Keely
Yadkinville
Kalmar Mhar
Wilson
Ootore Page
Lumberton
Fd Parker
J. Pittman
Wilkesboro
John
Strickland
Joseph, Suleman
Cha
Eer
Annel Hill
Solomon Roxbow
Bernard Wein
Earl
Charlie Wesley Williamson
Durham
Paul Randall Waters
Kinston
James Clarence Young
Ladies Night at Kiwanis Club Draws 120 Attendees
High Point Kiwanis hosted a festive Ladies Night at the High Point Country Club with about 120 members, wives, and sweethearts. Prizes, a Christmas tree, Amos n Andy skit, and a radio aided program framed the evening, with 21 prizes awarded and special honors for perfect attendance.
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High Point Kiwaniane
High Point Country Club
Atea
P. B. Lindley
T. W. Sprinkle
J. P. Ingle
J. &. Kirkman
Campbell
W. F. Fraley
C. H B. Diffendale
Jack Kester
R. J. Spearman
L. R. Terry
Henry D. Perry
Frank Hunesucker
P. W. Flagge
E. T. Harrison
E. Holt
W. J. Fraley
P. E. Lindley
R. K. Young
JL. C. Matton
Andy
Kiwanis
O. K
W. T. Powell
8. B. Holt
Ehringhaus to be inducted as North Carolina governor
Thomas Turner sits on inaugural committee to induct Ehringhaus as governor. Ehringhaus will take oath with Chief Justice Stacy pronouncing the oath after state officials and Lieut. Gov. elect A. H. Graham are sworn in. A government parade follows and Ehringhaus will review the parade from Fayetteville Street before returning to the capitol.
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Thomas Turner
Ehringhaus
Gardner
Idea
N. C. State College
Blount Street
Executive Mansion
A. H. Graham
Supreme Court
Stacy
Fayetteville Street
Gov. Gardner
Capitol
J. C. B. Ehringhas
Senate
House
Comity Applicants Named From Several Institutions
Frank P. Buck of Catawba College Salisbury Henry Laurence Everett Jr of Duke University Durham William H Griffin of Asheville James Romulus O Daniel of Port Worth Texas and William Francis Wimberly Dr Charlotte listed as comity applicants in local notices.
Many Social Activities Being Enjoyed At Lexington
Lexington reports a busy schedule with the Woman's Christian Temperance Union hosting Mrs. Holland Shoaf, Rev. J. R. McGregor delivering a talk, and plans for January meetings. Also noted are a Christmas choral service at First Reformed, a deer hunt near Asheville, and Jessie Sink winning Miss North Carolina.
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Lexington
Sprial
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Christmas Meeting Highlights Of Friday Afternoon Club Asheboro
Asheboro December 17 The Friday Afternoon club held its Christmas meeting on South Fayetteville Street with Harriette Hammer Walker hosting. Music featured Miss Janes Page Walker, Mrs Gladys Calder Brooks of Durham and Mrs Fiouard Albion of Pinehurst. Mrs Burns presided with Mrs Byrne providing accompaniment for Mrs R J Hiller of Asheboro. Guests included Mrs T D Finley North Wilkesboro and Mrs Jacques Busbee Jugtown Cabin.
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Asheboro
Harriette Hammer Walker
South Fayetteville Street
James Burns
Sweet Prior
Janes Page Walker
Gladys Calder Brooks
Durham
Rath Cothran
Jane Page Walter
T. D. Finley
North Wilkesboro
Decard Albion
Pinehurst
Jacques Busbee
Jugtown Cabin
R. J. Milker
Wm. C. Hammer
Central Friends Church announces morning and evening services
Central Friends church hosts a Bible school at 9 45 a m with Horace Hawworth in charge. A Men s Brotherhood class led by D Ralph Parker meets at the same time. At 11 a m Rev Tom A Gykes speaks on Shall We Ignore the Corruption That Is In the World. A 5 30 p m fellowship in the annex features Miss Margaret Sloan Arthur Fidler and Norman Fidler in the music. At 7 30 p m Mr Gykes discusses Sunday Religion and the Week Day Side of Life with the Brotherhood Chorus singing. Public invited.
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Bible School
Central Friends Church
Horace Haworth
Men's Brotherhood
D. Ralph Parker
Tom A. Gykes
Annex
Margaret Sloan
Arthur Fidler
Norman Fidler
Sykes
Brotherhood
Junior High Operetta Delayed by Weather
The school postponed the operetta Why the Chimes Rang scheduled for next Tuesday. Principal Mrs. R. E. B. Ranson said weather caused the closure of schools and postponement is definite.
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R. E B. Ranson
Randolph Book Club Meets for Fortnightly Session
The Randolph Book club gathered for a regular fortnightly meeting at Mrs. Wedding's Friday afternoon. Mrs. Moring led the discussion of America as Americans See It, then Christmas and culinary arts were discussed. Guests included Mrs. Parrish Spence Neely Hunter and Mr. McCrary. each member and guest received a favorite recipe, and a salad course was served.
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Randolph Book Club
T. H
W. H. Moring
America
M. W. Parrish
J. A. Spence
Neely Hunter
Charles McCrary
Ruth, pastor of Pilgrim Holiness Church
Ruth, pastor of Pilgrim Holiness Church, will be interred at Oakwood Cemetery.
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Ruth
Pilgrim Holiness Church
Oakwood Cemetery
New Chevrolet Draws Large Crowds Despite Snow
Inclement weather could not deter buyers as over 8,000 people visited Lyles Chevrolet to see the new model on display. Attendees praised the vehicle’s beauty and the showroom was crowded all day, marking a strong reception for the long-heralded car.
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Chevrolet
Lyles Chevrolet Company
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J. M. Hayes
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