John J Blair's Antique Collection Ranks Among America's Finest
John J Blair, curator at Springfield Friends church Historic Museum, has built a notable collection of household antiques. The museum, started four years ago in an old area beside a 1927 building, features 400 items from agriculture to firearms and tools. Highlights include a fire setup with kettle and a mantle display of lamps and a replica Edison bulb. Blair and Pastor Clara Cox hope the collection continues to grow through community support.
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Historic Springfield Museum Eyes Expansion for Antiques
A Springfield museum plans expanded space to house its growing antique collection. Blair advocates larger quarters to accommodate more pieces and future acquisitions amid ongoing fundraising and planning discussions.
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Museum Visit Reveals Scope Beyond Pictures
Fragment notes that captions and accompanying pictures fail to describe the full collection and that understanding its breadth requires an actual museum visit, which is described as worthwhile. The passage emphasizes the need for direct examination to grasp scope.
Postal savings show gain here in High Point
Washington D C Feb 13 A total of 267 additional persons in High Point opened postal savings accounts during fiscal year 1936. By June 30 1936 High Point had 2051 depositors with deposits totaling 585 829 up from 1784 depositors and 566 403 in the previous year. Congress considers raising account limits and adding checking facilities to boost deposits.
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Lutherans To Hear Dr Humphreys Speak
Dr G I Humphreys president of High Point College will speak to Lutherans in a community event. The lecture is expected to address religious education and the college’s role in shaping faith and scholarship.
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Theran Church Service Without Pastor Absence Noted
This morning at 11 o'clock Theran Church will hold worship in the pastor's absence due to illness. Rev F L Conrad is confined to his home and there will be no evening service tonight.
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North Carolina to Pass First Labor Hours Law
Raleigh dispatch notes the legislature moves to enact its first hour regulation for male workers over 18, capping weekly and daily hours. The bill, championed by Aszell and backed by Salisbury interests, sets 55 hours weekly and 10 hours daily, with 6 days in a seven day period, while women face a 48 hour weekly limit. The measure signals principle recognition despite compromis es and anticipated amendments.
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North Preparatory School project seeks $600000 endowment
The finance committee of trustees hires Dr Melver of Greenboro to lead a statewide fundraising drive for a nonmilitary prep school for boys. The plan enlists Francis Osborne of Charlotte and Gboro, with O A Kirkman and J E lis on the board, aiming to raise $600000 amid revived interest from across the state.
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Five Guards Watch Dionne Quintuplets Amid Kidnap Plot Claims
Toronto reports five guards guard the Dionne quintuplets as police probe a rumored kidnap plot. Attorney General Arthur Buck and police say they are cautious but see no solid lead after a bus traveler warning caller spoke of abducting two sisters. tracing the call proved unavailing.
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Efird Manager Plans York City Trip For Store Rebuild
Efird department store manager H M Schadt will fly to York to pursue a new head for the High Point store. He departs this afternoon and will return after a week's stay in New York. The item notes America’s first tobacco tax was levied in 1794 and that the act remained in effect two years.
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