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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1932
Page
5
Thomas J. Gold told the Rotary Club that men who take responsibility are scarred by peaceful battles of effort. He urged a vision above greed, recalling colorful figures across centuries and noting that drab living fails to shape history. He warned greed creates a monster that threatens society.
An ad-style notice warns against soda for stomach upset and promotes Adler ika from Eckerd's as a remedy. It claims one dose clears bowel poisons causing gas and poor sleep.
An advertisement touts Bronchu line Emulsion as stopping coughs instantly with two doses. It claims the formula does not upset the stomach or create a drug habit and offers money back guarantees from Mann Drug Stores and other druggists.
Elisabeth Ferree daughter of Mrs. T. T. Ferree and the late Dr. T. T. Ferree of this city died this afternoon at 3 45 o clock at the home of her mother 300 Steele street after a months long illness Surviving include three sisters Mrs James O Hanlon Mrs Grace Bernard of Alexandria Va and Miss Fern Ferree of the home and one brother Robert Ferree of Asheboro Additional funeral arrangements not yet made
A hearing on unemployment relief is held as committees discuss the Phillip Committee and a Thad Brown associate in Ohio. The Ways and Means panel continues a tax study amid private action and executive session discussions.
A list shows daily temperatures for cities including Asheville 80 Atlanta 76 Atlantic City 48 Birmingham 80 Charleston 78 Charlotte 71 Chicago 62 Columbia 72 Denver 60 Detroit 58 El Paso 62 Galveston 74 Greensboro 60 Greenville 72 Hatteras 64 Jacksonville 82 Key West 82 Little Rock 78 Los Angeles 58 Memphis 76 Meridian 82 Miami 80 Mobile 74 New Orleans 82 Raleigh 64 San Antonio 82 San Francisco 56 Tampa 84 Vicksburg 78 Wilmington 76. The figures depict a wide climate spread with warm southern readings and cooler northern values.
Notice of re sale of land under a 1930 deed of trust for M L Holton and Pearle W Holton with Folger as trustee. Auction set for February 4 1932 at 7 East Commerce Street High Point. 25 percent deposit required. prior bidder failed to pay.
Philadelphia police arrest Gilbert Eaddy, 40, amid clues from a torn overcoat button and a facial mole, as detectives pursue the man believed linked to the brutal slaying of seven year old Dorothy Lutz after she vanished while roller skating.
The directors explain two rescue plans after the bank closure. One would sell the bank building for 625000, settle 750000 in municipal notes, and merge with another institution, but depositors failed to fund 25 percent of their deposits. The second plan proposed a new bank with 700000 capital, 350000 surplus, and 300000 new money, largely subscribed by directors, including a gradual four year deposit repayment, and avoidance of old board members on the new board. The plan was rejected by the banking department. receivership stands.
Soviet Litvinoff argues the USSR seeks no territory or interference and could forego army navy and air power after five year plan gains. He says disarmament would expose weaker nations to socialism and claims security via internal strength. The plan frames disarmament as vital while preserving socialist aims.
At noon recess 11 men sat in the jury box as the prosecution and defense hoped to complete the panel after reconvening. Foster faces trial on two indictments totaling 57 counts with 59 witnesses listed by Prosecutor FB L. Gavin.
Japanese planes attacked the Soochow Creek area near Shanghai, hitting a Chinese owned cotton mill where Marines were billeted. Five Chinese women and children were killed, and two women died in a later raid on the Shanghai Nanking railway line. Rear Admiral Shimada apologized and promised reparations.
Wallace B. Davis seeks Supreme Court review claiming unfair trial and judge error in jury charge. Attorneys Williams and Seawell argued the case at length, noting a lengthy four and a half hour session. Davis was convicted of forging a false bank condition story in the Asheville Times and sentenced to five to seven years. In a separate Los Angeles item, E G Alcaron was robbed after offering a ride, losing $55 to a female thief.
Harry Tsarahas says he bears no hard feelings toward John Anagnostopulos, who allegedly bit his ear during a dispute over selecting a new pastor at the Greek Orthodox church they attend.
Calomel now replaced by Calotabs tablets praised as a perfect remedy for biliousness constipation and indigestion. One Calotab at bedtime with water leaves no taste or nausea and the next morning liver and appetite improve. Genuine Calotabs sold only in checker-board packages with a thirty five cent family size and ten cent vest-pocket size. Dealers may refund if not delighted.
Dr P P McCain superintendent of the State Sanitorium and chief of its tuberculosis program spoke to the Randolph County Medical Society at the Court House in Asheboro. He urged early diagnosis using tuberculin skin tests and X rays, noting few patients reach the state facility. Dr H F Easom described his school testing work with free tuberculin skin tests offered to every county child under medical supervision. Daniel Maness ten year old son of Mr and Mrs Maness was injured when struck by an automobile driven by John Hill and taken to High Point hospital.
North Carolina covers the entire cost for a six month school term and provides extra funds for two additional months to support extended instructional time and related expenses.
Detroit reports Henry Ford says proper observance of Thomas A Edison birthday is work. He urges men to apply themselves and find something to do, noting Edison started and made his own work.
A health column discusses why external remedies fail to provide quick relief and why cutting does not address the underlying cause. It notes blood congestion in the lower bowel and flabby veins as part of the condition.
Prof Eugene Coltraine of Salisbury led the 11 oclock service to a good crowd last Sunday. The Darnells moved their family to a new neighborhood at the W G Foster place. Howard Skeen visited his parents here Sunday. Mrs Oriana James and daughter Catherine along with H C Briges were guests of Mr and Mrs Ralph Thornton Sunday. Mrs Johnny Gordon and Mr and Mrs Reuben Jordan were guests as well.
An 85 cent bottle of Allenia promises complete cure of rheumatic pains within 48 hours or money back. The ad urges continued use to remove uric acid, claiming lasting relief and happiness. Sold at Mann Drug Co. and other progressive druggists.
Dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Wesley Gordon of High Point last Sunday included Mr and Mrs EB White and family. Marvin Wood and Ruth, Frances Williams, Mary Ruth Kimrey, and Mrs Clarence Thornton with children visited. Mr and Mrs Clarence Jordan were weekend guests at the latter’s parents near Jamestown.
Bold health claim ad promotes Kruschen Salts as a fat loss remedy. It urges a morning hot water dose, dietary cuts, and light exercise to show fat loss in three weeks. Claims improved energy skin clarity and mood with the product from Mann Co.
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