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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1934
Page
3
In a unanimous Reichstag vote Chancellor Hitler’s regime pushes through a landmark reorganization that abolishes state sovereignty. The government proclaims states as mere provinces of the Reich and grants cabinet power to alter constitutions, reflecting a centralization of authority after the Nazi rise.
The House Ways and Means Committee reversed prior action on separate tax returns, leaving eight community property states Texans and others unaffected. It found no need for changes in this phase of the tax law and noted potential treasury impact. Pine trees on cultivated land grow nearly three times faster than in the wild.
Fasteeth powder keeps plates from dropping or slipping while avoiding gummy or pasty feel. It sweetens and gives real teeth comfort. Praised by users and dentists. avoids worry. Available in three sizes at druggists.
An ad promotes Broncholine Emulsion as fast relief for coughs with one dose. It guarantees results and offers money back after two doses if relief is not achieved. Mann Drug Co Economy Drug and other druggists endorse the guarantee.
Nicholas S. Vasilakos, known as Steve, runs a peanut stand at the northeast corner of the White House grounds. Despite traffic concerns and orders to move, he survives an ouster after intervention by Mrs. Roosevelt. He has a long history with presidents and even drafts his own press notices to publicize events at his stand. Washingtonians view Steve as a real institution preserved in the capital.
Craig Wood of Deal New Jersey fired a record 67 four under par to lead the Agua Caliente open championship on day one. Bobby Cruickshank of Richmond Virginia shot 68 with a 55 foot finishing putt. Willy Cox of Brooklyn and Paul Runyan of White Plains New York opened the second round with 69.
The second degree murder case against B F Pruitt, 35, a Currituck county merchant, has concluded.
Jim Londos defeated Jumpin Joe Savoldi in a grudge wrestling bout at Chicago's stadium before 20,200 spectators. Londos secured the victory with a reverse body hold in 21 minutes and 40 seconds, avenging a prior loss to Savoldi. Matchmaker Joseph Willoughby Foley received cheers from stockholders.
Greensboro Feb 1 Jimmy Bucher drafted by the Brooklyn Dodgers after leading the Piedmont league last year in home runs remained unsigned today. He said he had returned the contract tendered by Flatbush and declined to reveal the amount, noting the salary resembled minor league pay. Bucher was drafted from Columbus club of the American Association.
About 1800 of a 100000 county scrip issue matured January 15 and remains outstanding. Counterfeit five dollar notes appeared days before maturity with around 400 in circulation turned in. Officials expect only a few more counterfeit notes will surface as most scrip holders keep the unredeemed issue. No new developments reported in the counterfeit investigation.
In Washington on February 1, Blanton of Texas challenged House members over cabinet appointments. He faulted President for placing Republicans in key agencies including the AAA CWA and PWA, and questioned whether any Democrats were named in districts by Ickes. Democratic applause interrupted his remarks.
Washington dispatch notes mixed sympathy for Huey Long in defeat while Heflin returns to duty. Borrows sorrow and a revolt in Oysterland draw attention as drys weigh a blood test idea. The Code Duetto resurges in another round.
Washington observers describe strained reactions to Huey Long's political defeat as Republicans and Democrats weigh the impact of his ongoing attacks on leadership. Major figures including Joe Robinson and Carter Glass react with caution as Tom Heflin plans a House return and F R Borrows Trouble follows Roosevelt's plea for homeowners facing loss.
The article reports protests by oystermen over the NRA code's requirement to settle accounts in U. S. currency or equivalent. Cases of metal and wooden oyster payment tokens are cited, with firms penalizing exchanges and punishing abuse. It also notes reformers on prohibition proposing premisepromises tests, while references dueling laws and a Senate speech on war and peace.
Mexico proclaimed independence from Spain on September 15, 1810, marking the start of a long struggle for sovereignty led by Mexican patriots. This historic event is observed as a key turning point in Latin American history.
The War Department intends to buy 7776 motor vehicles with 1551 allocated to field artillery units of the National Guard.
Buffalo Bill began his notable career in the West as a Pony Express rider, a foundational step before his later frontier fame. The note highlights his formative period with the mail service and the skills that shaped his storied life.
The article notes Napoleon Bonaparte attained the rank of brigadier general at the age of twenty six, marking a rapid rise in military leadership early in his career.
The CWA Complaint Board met in the afternoon to hear complaints arising mainly from the discharge of certain employees who allege discrimination. No action was announced on any case as the committee reviews each complaint brought before it.
Mrs. J L Horne Sr dies at home in Rocky Mount after a long illness at age as Her maiden name Lula Parker of Wilson was daughter of Caleb Parker of Wilson She attended private schools in Wilson and Louisburg college and was active in the First Methodist Church in Rocky Mount
Stacey W. Wade, secretary of state, issued three charters. Church of God Foundation of Truth United States of America Incorporated based in High Point will engage in Christian enterprises. incorporators Kisler Mingo R B Edwards and F B Kearse of High Point. Economy Motors Incorporated of Lexington will trade Ford vehicles. stock subscribed by C W Fulton Beulah Fulton of Mount Airy and L R Biserman of Lexington. Carolina Building Material Co Incorporated of Asheville will operate a general building material business. stock subscribed by Minnie H Tyler E J Tyler and James S Howsell of Asheville.
Mrs. J. Adam Hedrick aged 102 of Peace Street died at her home in Thomasville this morning after an illness of several days. Funeral arrangements were not listed in the readable portion.
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