Society and Club News Highlights at Local Churches
Regular monthly meetings and social events are reported from First Baptist and Central Friends churches. Highlights include a Christmas program by Janice Boles and a social hour with many attendees, plus a Toyland ball at the Country Club with Jelly Leftwich orchestra and doll dances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Spence
First Baptist Church
Ditsy Cash
Mary Phillips
Janice Boles
Virgie French
Treva Barker
Aline Wrenn
Frances Boles
Wilbur Slate
Elmer Biddle
Heart Sisters
Carmala Lewis
Janice Roles
Hazel Haynes
Malloye Stanfield
Frances Poles
Gladye Totten
Cornelia Howard
Gladys Riley
Junior Service League
Sedgefield Manor
Jelly Leftwich
W. E. Davis
China’s First Railroad Built in 1876 Torn Up amid Superstition
The Shanghai to Wu-sung line, completed in 1876, faced widespread superstition and fear. Locals believed it brought bad omens, leading to the rails being torn up and the project halted amid public outcry.
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China
Shanghai
Wu-sung
Cotton Ginned This Year Falls Short of Last Year
Census bureau reports this year’s cotton ginned before December 13 totaled 12,085,648 running bales including 622,125 round bales and 6,677 American-Egyptian bales, down from 15,354,212 running bales last year. State totals listed for Alabama through Virginia.
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Washington
Census Bureau
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
Missouri
New Mexico
North Carolina
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Virginia
States
Bowie Seeks Speakership Rumor From Raleigh Times
The Raleigh Times reports Tar C. Bowie Ashe county statesman may bid for the North Carolina House speakership. Reginald L. Harris and Julius C. Martin are named as potential candidates with voting pledges and party factions discussed. Bowie is said to back a luxury tax bill if he runs.
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Raleigh
Tar C. Bowie
Ashe County
Reginald L. Harris
Person
North Carolina
House
Julius C. Martin
Asheville
R. Gregg Cherry
Gaston
Bowie
United States
Times
Harris
Ehringhaus
Salvation Army Kettle Nears Christmas Goal Short of Funds
The Salvation Army kettle collected 7.65 yesterday and is about 200 short of its Christmas goal. Adjutant John O Beirne urged more donations to sustain relief work, while emergency headquarters at 120 South Main Street stays open for school children and other donors.
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Salvation Army
John O’beirne
South Main Street
Yoruba Debt Burial Customs in Nigeria
Yoruba customs require the burial of the deceased only after debts owed by the dead are settled, reflecting social and religious obligations in Nigerian communities.
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Nigeria
Odors Said To Affect Human Memory Most
A claim is reported that odors influence memory more than any other factor, suggesting smell plays a strong role in recall and cognitive retention.
Unemployed Boys To Have Meet Tonight
The unemployed Boys' class of the Y. M. C. A. will meet at 7 30 o'clock Wednesday night. A special program has been arranged and all members are urged to attend.
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Central Friends
Central Friends Church
Theater managers from Carolinas head to Charlotte meeting
R. B. Talbert city manager of Wilby-Kincey theaters and T R King Rialto theater manager depart for Charlotte for a two day meeting with theater managers from the two Carolinas. More than 200 managers expected. A banquet is set for tonight at Myers Park Country Club with a business session planned for tomorrow.
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R. B. Talbert
Wilby-Kincey Theaters
T R. King
Rialto Theater
Charlotte
Carolinas
Myers Park Country Club
Paris Fashion Debate Over Silk Flower Bouquets Umbrellas
Umbrellas shaped like silk flower bouquets when closed appear as a novelty in Paris fashion. The trendy item blends haute couture whimsy with practical rain gear, drawing curiosity from shoppers and designers alike.
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Paris
Georgia Commission Says Burns Betrayed His Trust
The Georgia prison commission in a telegram to New Jersey governor Moore says Robert Elliott Burns betrayed his trust as a chain gang trusty by escaping. It states he was not cruelly treated and asks extradition to complete his robbery term. Warden Hardy and Chief Carter are to escort Burns if granted. John S. Kelley travels to assist.
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Atlanta
Georgia Prison Commission
Moore
New Jersey
Robert Elliott Burns
Burns
Newark
N. J
Prison Commission
Harold Hardy
Troup County Chain Gang
R. B
Industrial Workers to Hold Dance at Local Hall
The Industrial Workers association will stage a dance at the hall on 127 Wrenn Street tomorrow night starting 8 30. Marvin Gallimore donates hall use and an orchestra from Winston Salem will provide music for the event. All members are invited.
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The
Industrial Workers Association
Wrenn Street
Marvin Gallimore
Winston-Salem
Indus— Workers Association
Turlington Act Faces Stormy Days As Poll Replies Emerge
The Associated Press poll shows mixed views on the Turlington act with legislators offering cautious standpoints. W O Burgin opposes changes that tax liquor while favoring repeal of manufacturing and sale laws. GC W Tatem urges waiting on national repeal. J R Young RA Doughton and J S Massenbure favor a state law aligned with national policy. H B Olive remains against repeal while national laws stand.
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Associated Press
W. O. Burgin
Davidson
Burgin
GC. W. Tatem
Tyrrell
J. R. Young
Harnett
R. A. Doughton
Alleghany
Three-in-One Footstool For The Man Of The House
The article touts a three in one footstool that serves as a chair side table with a smoking tray and storage. It allows a man to relax after supper with feet elevated and books nearby while cigarettes are ready to light.
Mickey Mouse Club Plans Free Saturday Showings
The Enterprise reports a new Mickey Mouse club formed by Penders and the Broadhurst theater will offer a free picture show each week. The first meeting is Saturday at the Broadhurst theater with members to receive free entertainment and a future schedule in development.
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Mickey Mouse Club
Penders
Broadhurst Theater
Gardners To Hold Public Reception At Executive Mansion
Governor O Max Gardner and Mina Gardner will welcome North Carolinians at the executive mansion Sunday afternoon January 1 from 3 to 6 p m. The mansion will then host inaugral ceremonies for Governor Elect John C B Ehringhaus after Gardner duties end. Luncheon will be served to Ehringhaus and family as the Gardners move out.
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Raleigh
Max Gardner
Mina
Gardner
North Carolina
Executive Mansion
Gardners
John C. B. Ehringhaus
Ehringhaus
Infant Bizzell Passes Shortly After Birth
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Bizzell died at their Welborn street home yesterday at 11 30 AM. Born earlier the same day, the child lived only a few hours. Survived by parents, a brother Henry Edward Jr and grandparents Mr and Mrs J E Bizzell and Mrs N C Yakley of High Point. Short graveside services were held at 11 AM with interment in the Primitive Baptist church cemetery at Mechanicaville.
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H. B. Biegell
Welborn Street
Bizzell
Florence Yakley
Henry Edward, Jr
J. EB. Bizzell
N. C. Yokley
High Point
Primitive Baptist Church
Mechanicaville
Odorless Onion Cultivated by the Chinese
A report notes that an odorless onion is being cultivated by Chinese growers. It highlights agricultural methods and potential market interest while naming China as the producer country.
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Marjorie Spence Gro
Stephens Bibble
Stephens Bible
L. D. Sharpe
Morrie Street
Emma Frits
Hickory
Koonce
A. J. Koonce
High Point Hospital
Roy Wright
Sjr
East Green Street
Mrs
Frank Mencke
New York
Harry Raymond
North Main Street
M. W. Eddinger
Cora Walters
Winder
D. W. Eddinger
Atlanta, Ga
J. c. Callahan
Ed Thompson
Greensboro
Capus Waynick
Moffitt’s
Lyons
Kettle
Talbert
King
Georgia Commission
George Burns
Turlington
Page
Ted
Dalton
Montlen
Oris
Catherine Shell
Vogue Beauty
Efird
Piedmont
Carolina
Sky Rocket
Farly
Daisy Air
Gilbert
American Flyer
Efird’s Department Store
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