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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1937

Page

5

School funding dispute over teacher versus administrator salaries

A city education discussion centers on appropriations for salaries of teachers versus principals and superintendents. Proponents note teachers have not received large raises while principals and superintendents claim higher shares of supplemental funds. The item argues for changes in how funds are allocated under the School Act and state law.

Sir Walter Hotel Feu D. L House Kingly

World Wonder Car visits High Point with vast exhibits

The World Wonder Car a 52 foot 6 inch portable museum will tour High Point on February 11 and 12 after a nationwide run. It showcases government and museum displays including Lincoln relics World War items a deep sea octopus and a Jivarro Indian head with other curiosities. Admission is free and the car will be parked in front of Harilee's with invitations to school children to inspect the 1001 curios.

Washington, D. C Chas. G. Abbott National Museum United States Harllee’s, Inc Lincoln Jivarro South America India Arabia China Phillipine Islands Haiti Mexico Harilee C. H. Benedict

Rehearsal Planned for Community Sing at St Mark

The second rehearsal for the forthcoming community sing will be held at St Mark M. E. church Thursday evening starting at 7 o'clock. Madame Nell Hunter leads the session.

St. Mark St. Mark M. E Nell Hunter

Missionary Society Hosts Church Program Sunday Afternoon

The Missionary Society of St. Stephen A M E Zion held a Sunday program at 3 30 pm with speakers Rev Edward Dunlap and Thomas B Smith. Mrs R DeBerry supervised the event.

the Missionary Society of St. Stephen A. M. E. Zion Edward Dunlap Thomas B. Smith R. DeBerry

Dudley High to Play Here Tonight in Gymnasium

Dudley High of Greensboro meets Dudley High School in a big doubleheader at William Penn gymnasium. The game starts at 7:30 with doors opening at 7. Coach Thompson praised his team and noted they have sufficient reserve for the matchup.

William Penn Gymnasium Tigers Dudley High School of Greensboro Thompson

Broadway Is Sleepless Hollow to Night Owls

Sleepless Hollow scene in New York nightlife lists critics and stars at gatherings across venues from American Music Hall to 21, El Morocco, Stork Club, and Cotton Club. Notables include Walter Huston, Linda Watkins, Marta Abba, Alfred Lunt, Lynn Fontanne, Rue Sel Crouse, and Ray Bolger.

New York Sleepless Hollow N. Y American Music Hall George Jean Nathan Robert Benchley Brooks Atkinson Richard Watts, Jr John Anderson Death Watch Fiim Critier Rockefellers Rainbow Room Walter Huston Linda Watkins Marta Abba Jean Parker Helen Hayes Margaret Sullavan Noel Coward Gertrude Lawrence Robert KE. Sherwood Ritz Weat 52Nd Street Alfred Lunt Lynn Fontanne Russia John Q Alfred Sherwood Bill Robinson Miss Fontanne Vandamm Bie Leon & Eddie Tony Jack White John Perona el Morocco Sherman Bilingley

Wedding Shower for Mrs. Anna Belle Pike

Mrs. Anna Belle Pike was honored with a wedding shower hosted by her mother Mrs. Cora Alexander and Miss Thelma Hayes at 722 East Washington street. The event featured Valentine decorations and many gifts for the bride, Shelley Pike of 1505 Lee Street, with guests including Mrs. Hattie Jordan Mrs. Susie Chanis Mrs. Annie Bowman and others.

Anna Belle Pike Cora Alexander Thelma Hayes East Washington Street Valentine Mra. Pike Shelley Pike Lee Street Hattie Jordan Susie Chanis Annie Bowman Roxie Hinson Mary West Bertha Garden Martha Bennett Pattie Pike Daisy Gardener Mary Moore Geraldine Gillis I. L. Robinson

White Rose club dance hosts several local women in Charlotte

Personal Mrs Lillie Christian and Misses Nora Brown Sarah Joyner and Belle Smith attended the White Rose club dance at the Charlotte armory Friday night with Miss Smith staying in Charlotte over the weekend. William Mathews, Kerneraville resident and St Paul M church member, dies at home. funeral Tuesday at 2 PM. He leaves a wife a daughter Bether six sons two brothers and one sister. William Penn Tigers beat Dudley high 18 to 14 at William Penn gym Monday night in a highly spirited game.

Lillie Christian Nora Brown Sarah Joyner Belle Smith Charlotte Armory Miss Smith Charlotte William Mathews Kerneraville St. Paul M. &. Church Mr. Mathews Bether Winburn Artemus Phillip Michaux Dewitt Silas

Tigers Top Gate City In Fast Basketball Grab

Both teams opened with deceptive passing as the Tigers held an edge over Gate City. Torrence led the night with points, aided by Humphrey, Smith and Brown in a 14 6 first half. Dudley fought back after the break, but the Tigers tightened defense and muted Dudley shots. Smith dominated the lane, while William Penn impression loomed on the invaders. In the girls game Moffitt and Harris led Greensboro scoring with Capel Thompson and McCollum also contributing nine points.

Tigers Gate City Alston Humphrey Torrence Smith Brown Dudley Raina Reynolds Glover Ahe Invaders William Penn Moffitt Harris McCollum Capel Thompson Greensboro Robinson Foote Washington

Pickett Mills Community News Highlights Local Visits and News

Miss Lonney Williams of Danville Virginia visits sister Miss Elsie Williams on Redding Street. Elsie and Lonney Williams vacationed in Lane. Birth announced for Marie to Mr. and Mrs. C B Carter Jr on February date. Chief returns to High Point after Washington trip. Lee Hemrie leaves Guilford General Hospital for Tryon Street home. George Rosse spent weekend in Greensboro. Mrs Onnie Sturgess improving after illness at Guilford General Hospital. Elmer Jones convalesces after a week illness. W A Hunt attends sister’s hospital bedside in LaGrange Georgia. Pickett Mills Troop 23 Boy Scouts meet Feb 4 at Community Hall. Tenderfoot tests passed by several. four started class test. Jack Grayson, Scribe.

Lonney Williams Danville Mise Elsie Willams Redding Street Elsie Lonney Wilpom Lanis C. B. Carter, Jr Marie High Point Washington, D. C Lee Hemrie Guilford General Hospital Tryon Street George Rosse Greensboro Onnile Sturgess Elmer Jones W. A. Hunt la Grange Georgia Boy Scouts Pickett Milla Jack Grayson Scribe

Asbestosis Case Hearings Set For Wednesday

Charlotte Feb 9 The state industrial commission will hear 72 asbestosis cases with claimants and defendants to push compromises. Chapmen J Dewey Dorsett said the surety companies for the two involved firms agreed to settlements, details varying by each victim's case.

Charlotte State Industrial Commission Chapmen J

1923 Flivver Sales Reach Across the United States

In 1923, 403 flivver planes were sold in the United States. By year end Cube aircraft were flown in every state and in many nations worldwide.

United States Union

Birthday Party for Mrs Susan Mack on Park Street

Mrs Susan Mack of Park Street enjoyed a Sunday afternoon birthday party at her home celebrating her 63rd birthday. Friends gathered to honor her with warm wishes and cheer.

Susan Mack Park Street Mia. Mack

Scout George Wilkes Celebrated by Scoutmaster

George Wilkes of Troop 9 received a birthday party hosted by Scoutmaster Roosevelt Miller at the Miller residence 1017 Hoover Street on Saturday evening in recognition of his loyalty as a Scout.

George Wilkes Boy Scout Roosevelt Miller Miller Hoover Street George

Death claims Rev Ritchie pastor at Grace Lutheran

Rev. O. G. A. Ritchie, 51, longtime Grace Lutheran pastor in Thomasville, died at the parsonage after a two month illness. Survived by widow, five sons, father, five brothers, four sisters. Body lies in Grace Southern church Wednesday 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. services, then moved to St John’s Lutheran in Cabarrus for burial.

Thomasville OG. A. Ritchie Grace Lutheran Church Harold Taylorsville Eugene G. 0. Jr Paul Edward Ritchie S. M. Ritchie Cabarrus County J.oe & We He J. D. Ritchie Rowan County Lissie Fraley Dora Dry Stanley County Allie Ridenhour Mise Ruth Ritchie Concord Grace Southeran St. John’s Lutheran Church

Your Income Tax Exemption for State Employees

State employees whose work is funded by public funds and tied to essential governmental functions are exempt from federal income tax. Those performing proprietary functions, such as governors, mayors, policemen, or staff at municipally owned utilities, are taxable. Fees for state planning and building also count as taxable compensation.

Cities cut traffic deaths by six percent over a year

In 138 cities representing over half the population, traffic deaths fell 6.6 percent during 60 weeks compared with 1935. The reduction shows widespread progress in road safety efforts across urban areas and marks a notable public health improvement.

Cigarette Vending Machines Dispute Tax Rates

Raleigh February 9 Cigarette jobbers and retailers oppose the finance committee decision to classify cigarette vending machines in the lowest tax bracket. They argue the plan harms legitimate merchants who pay licenses and rent while machines would operate in stations cafes and lunch rooms without tobacco licenses. Proponents say the lower tax yields more state revenue and that operators profit in other states. A hearing is likely.

Enterprise Bureau Sir Walter Hotel Raleigh Joint Finance Committee J. M. Broughton Ciearette

Fasten Air Lines Inaugurates Youth Transports

Airline introduces new program to recruit young men for trans port services. The move aims to boost staffing and connect with younger pilots, with officials citing efficiency and modernization goals.

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