Damages Suit Ends With Verdict For Defendant
Jurors returned a verdict in Prince A Sedberry versus Larus and Brothers and H Bivens, awarding no damages to the plaintiff. The suit claimed $10,000 for injuries from an automobile truck collision on the High Point Asheboro highway on September 19, 1936.
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Prince A. Sedberry
Larus and Brothers Company
H. 8. Bivens
Lewis E. Teague
High Point
Virginia
H. 8 S. Bivens
Asheboro
A. R. Martin
Bivens
Legislature alters funding and appeals in insurance and agriculture
The legislature debates a proposed automobile liability fund with a three member highway relief commission and 60 day payment penalty driving license suspension if unpaid. The tobacco bill tightens grower appeal methods and a welfare measure backed by Governor Hoey moves forward. The Fenner Ward Abernathy bill seeks utilities commission control over rural electrification cooperatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bility Insurance Fund
Highway Relief Commission
Joint Welfare Committee
Hoey
House
Fenner-Ward-Abernathy
Utilities Commission
Traffic violations report lists multiple cited drivers
Police in the last 24 hours charged five drivers with offenses including improper brakes driving through a red light reckless driving speeding and driving with improper licenses.
Trade Pacts Debated as Congress Faces Neutrality Clash
In the Senate a clash looms between freedom of the seas and neutrality. Senator Borah of Idaho plans to oppose Senator Pittman s proposal to let the President limit shipments to goods other than arms. Borah also plans a stronger objection to the mandatory cash and carry policy pushed by Senator Clark of Missouri.
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Senate
Borah
Ridaho
Pittman
D-Ney
Clark
D-Mo
Motor firm gets court writ
Brown the finance officer and John Thomas Smith the firm’s attorney arrived over ninety minutes after Governor Frank Murphy and labor representatives John L. Lewis Lee Pressman and Homer Martin had reached the courtroom. The Pompean macrauchenia, an extinct South American animal, had a trunk like an elephant and a body like a camel.
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South America
Trailer maneuvering tips for uncleared land heatwood use
The guidance notes easier trailer handling in rough terrain by pushing a trailer rather than pulling it. It recommends using a double hitch both at the front and rear to improve maneuverability when entering areas without cleared paths.
Sherrod Estate Valued At About Sixty Four Thousand
A. Sherrod High Point banker and real estate operator died Sept 30 1936 leaving an estate valued at roughly 60000 in real property and 4000 personal property. The will names Commercial National Bank of High Point as executor and provides for widow Elizabeth Moore Sherrod to be administratrix c t a. Heir details list several children and grandchildren with specific allocations and a codicil directing 2000 to the widow before division.
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Greensboro
A. Sherrod
High Point
Commercial National Bank
Elizabeth Moore Sherrod
Sherrod
North Main Street
W. A. Sherrod
Compromise Reached on New Tax on Intangibles
Raleigh February 5. A compromise on the proposed state tax on intangibles sets a 50 50 revenue split between state and counties. The plan keeps bank deposits in the tax base and estimates about 650000 dollars for both levels, with official expectations discussed in the final session of joint finance committees.
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Enterprise Bureau
Sir Walter Hotel
Raleigh
Commissioner of Revenue
A. J. Maxwell
Victor 8. Bryant
House Finance Committee
State Tax on Tangibles Could Yield Huge Revenue
The proposal argues that collecting state tax on tangible property will out-earn current county collections, delivering annual state revenue between 1.5 and 2 million dollars. On a 50 50 split, the state would receive at least 750 thousand dollars yearly, with potential for more.
Water Drop Boosts Trade in Weekly Review
Dun and Bradstreet reports improved trade across most divisions as flood threats receded. Retail distribution rose with warmer weather, wholesale orders picked up for rush staples, and spring replacements spurred by rebuilding efforts. Regional gains ranged 5 to 21 percent versus last year.
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New York
Dun & Bradstreet
New England
Eastern
Middle West
Northwest
South
Southwest
Pacific Coast
Local Weather and Odd Note From Mook Logap
High yesterday 41. Mook Logap notes birds present. 24 Ow Aogrt indicates ankles cast. Unclear context with advice about women and escorts down a receiving line.
Child bride defended by mother of two in Chicago case
A 17 year old mother of two defends Eunice Winstead the Tennessee girl bride of 22 year old Charlie Johns. Marie Featherly the 67 year old wife of Charles C. Featherly says young Eunice can be happy if she follows her rule to avoid interference and that early marriage mirrors her own life.
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Alaska
Alleghany Allis Chal
Alco
Ohio
At&t
At&sf
Aviat Corp
Bendix
Chrysler
Coca Cola
Curtiss T . Ee
Curtiss Wright
del Lack
Doug Airc
Dupont
Elec Auto
Firestone
Freeport
Gen Foods Ee
Nick Can
Kennecott
Louis & Nash
Mack Truck
McCrory
Mont Ward
Murray Corps
Nash Kelv
Nat! Biscuit
Otis Elev
Pac G & E
Packard
Penney Jr
Pullman
Reynolds
Stewart Warn
Studebaker
Tex Corp
U S
Warner Pic
West Mary
Western Union
Wilson
Free Woolworth
T& C
Young Sha
Chicago
Eunice Winstead
Tennessee Hills
Charlie Johns
Marie Featherly
Charles C. Featherly
Clyde
Featherly
Shirley Ann
Eunice
Mrs. Featherly
Charles
Judge Teague Decision Upheld in Ludwick Suit
In Guilford Superior Court, the ruling by Judge Lewis E. Teague of High Point municipal court was upheld that Ruth E. Ludwick, administrator of Charles T. Ludwick's estate, cannot transfer the case against the Southern Railway and the North Carolina Railroad to federal court. An order remanded the case to High Point for disposition. Both sides withdrew an appeal perfected in 1936. The suit seeks damages from the death of Charles T. Ludwick.
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Greensboro
Guilford
Lewis E. Teague
High Point Municipal Court
Ruth E. Ludwick
Charles T. Ludwick
Southern Railway Company
North Carolina Railroad Company
United States District Court
Frederick the Great and His Attitude Toward German Language
Frederick II of Prussia discouraged use of German in his court and deprecated German writers while ruling Prussia, despite being king.
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Frederick the Great
Prussia
Permanent File Of Local Citizens Is Available Here Now
A permanent file of water and light users in High Point is kept at the Chamber of Commerce. It serves as an up-to-date city directory, updated whenever residents move, leave, or newcomers arrive. The file will not include every resident but aims to be highly accurate.
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High Point
Chamber of Commerce
Frank J. Sizemore
Chicago Produce Prices and Graded Goods Report
Butter and eggs pricing for Chicago market on February 5. Butter ranges from extras to standards with scores and shipment counts. eggs show unsettled status and fresh graded firsts with local carloads.
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Chicago
Cash Dispute Over Campaign Funds Recalls Tinkham Case
Fragmentary notes describe a suit involving Tinkham and Southern Methodist funds from 1928 anti Smith campaign. Roger J. Whiteford argues for directed verdict, contending Tinkham’s statements could not be binding. details remain unclear.
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Tinkham
Southern Methodist
Roger J. Whiteford
Fort Bragg Couple Grandparents Celebrate Arrival
Lieut and Mrs Harry Jr of Fort Bragg announce the birth of their child with grandparents Mr and H Culler Sr living on South Hamilton Street. Master Harry H. is the name associated with the newborn.
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Harry Jr
Fort Bragg
and H. Culler
Hamilton Street
Harry H
Ex King and Wally to Wed April 27
A royal family member reports the former ruler will marry on April 27. The Princess Royal and the Duke discuss wedding plans while Edward plans a meeting with his sister in Austria or Vienna. The Duke considered moving to a cheaper Alpine hotel but relatives urged caution about publicity. The Baron and Baroness Rothschild, hosting the castle, are away in Paris, and the Duke may owe domestic staff wages.
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Edward
Austria
Vienna
Baroness Rothschild
Paris
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