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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1957
Page
11
Chief Forecaster J. P. Molen found himself in a quirky spot when a sudden shower soaked him as he washed the family car. He returned home in bare feet then went back outside to check the sky, becoming a rare example of a weatherman with cold feet. Tonight is expected to drop to near 35 with a mid-40s day and a high near 50 tomorrow.
Curtis Tate, 24, of Tate Street, was charged with issuing a worthless check for 17.50 to Dillon Auto Parts on December 28. Police noted the check was drawn on a High for shooting a .22 rifle on Anderson Street. The rifle was seized and three boys, ages 12 and 13, were turned over to authorities. Police also investigated a hit and run driving incident involving John Sanders of 1113 Dartmouth Street.
Chastes Riebert Shanp of Greensboro and Vivien Lee Ryan of Greensboro apply for a marriage license. Woody Shaw of High Point and Zula Mae Meeks of High Point apply for a marriage license.
High Point officials seek an out of term Supreme Court ruling on a warrant issue deemed fatally defective for unsigned authorization. Judge Rousseau ruled warrants signed by non court officers unconstitutional prompting a General Assembly bill to clarify procedures. The case prompts possible early Supreme Court review.
IRS District Director P K Sanders warns that tax help can create issues for taxpayers. He urges keeping all records for at least three years after filing and notes the risk of needing recheck by the agency. The note comes amid questions about a bill's wording repealing all laws and clauses.
Detective Lieutenant J D Wade 35 year old desk sergeant on the local police force was appointed to the division. Captain W C Johnson directs the division with investigation records and identification departments. Wade a graduate of High Point College and with post graduate chemistry work at the local college is married to Treva Shaffer and resides at 1030 E College.
High Point Crime Prevention Week Chair Lester Morgan announced a Know-Your-Policeman Day feature to improve youth understanding of police work and its role in society. The open house runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the police station.
Thomasville seniors invite Lexing ton’s Golden Age Club to the Civic Center for a cultural afternoon Saturday from 10 30 a m to 4 p m. A noon luncheon will follow opening activities at the Fair Grove venue.
Gate City Police Chief Paul Calhoun announced the morals probe concluded after several months of work. Records indicate 32 arrests and 60 warrants executed following the investigation begun earlier in the year.
George N. Anderson, 40, and Edna E. Chavis, 31, both of High Point, were fined $100 and costs and had their drivers licenses revoked one day after the incident in Greensboro.
Mrs. Bithin Jane Whitney spoke on The New Science of Geriatrics before the High Point Ex Club at the Sheraton Hotel. She cited 13 percent of Americans aged 65 plus and urged regular check ups, mental activity, proper breathing, good posture, nutrition, steady pace, and midday naps to extend life while stressing emotional well being and love as key factors.
Three defendants in Municipal Court asked for jury trials yesterday. Lula M. Allen Route 5 High Point charged with stop sign violation. A Craven 528 Centennial Ave charged with operating a car while intoxicated. Bonds set at 100 for Tyson 200 for Mrs Allen and 500 for Craven. Sentence of 60 days for violation of prohibition laws after Wall failed to comply with suspension. Wall gave notice of appeal. John R. Brown 28 Negro of E Washington Street sentenced to 60 days for larceny. 20 one-year terms suspended on condition of pay $25 fine and costs. Tayne Crane of Leonard Street given assault sentence. Barker fined 325 and costs and ordered to pay Goodwin's medical bill. Annie Lendon Negro woman linked to Peerless Flooring Co addressed. 30-day sentence for assault suspended for one year. she to pay costs.
Alcoholics Anonymous will hold a members only meeting tonight at 8 o clock in the parish house of St Marys Episcopal Church. Information available by writing P O Box 5053.
A two day program at the banquet session features Vernon R. Spitaleri of Knight Newspapers on spot color in newspapers and J. C. Lynch of Winn-Dixie on The Art of Get program. Officers include Laughridge with Pollock Roberts Bavender Wilkins as secretary and Wilkins as treasurer. Directors listed from News and Observer Times to Citizen-Times with C Patterson Jr and others.
High Point city schools lack federal lunch program participation. Inter-Club Council sponsors the effort needing about $10,000 yearly to feed needy children. Julian Josephsohn and C. H. Peace spoke. N C Johnson presented a check to Josephsohn. Guests included Bil Griffin and Dr. A G Sargeant.
The Life Underwriters Chapter in High Point will honor top life insurance salesmen Thursday at a noon YMCA meeting. Honorees include C. E. Pickard, William A. Jester, George C. Bullard, G. M. Lackey, Robert T. Thacker, W. B. Leonard, Bruce A. Bailey, Douglas J. Lowery, J M. Rowe, Samuel L. Patterson, C. M. Combs, and Claude J. Goins.
The commission weighs annexing a Forrest Ave area into Residential A zoning while requesting more owner signatures for a second petition. Residents on McGuinn Street Morris Lane Guyer Street and Delk Drive oppose tax increases and water sewer concerns. A church neutral stance noted later actions show the panel rejected the request unanimously.
Mrs. W. Page Harris executive secretary of the High Point Red Cross reports in Wise County Virginia the flood disaster severity. She details 152 families seeking aid, widespread mud, housing shortages and business damage while volunteers rally and beds and mattresses are issued. The Bristol disaster command estimates 11 000 families may seek assistance as the region prosecutes relief.
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