Society Notes Highlight Touring Orchestra and Beneficiary Party
A renowned orchestra led by Al Katz, praised as the Ziegfeld of the Night Clubs, has attracted acclaim in America and on national tours. They broadcast on radio and have Columbia recordings, with recent hits and high-profile venues in Chicago and New York. A D A R bridge party benefits planned by the Alexander Martin chapter feature prizes from local merchants and tickets selling briskly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bers
Royal Academy
America
Columbia
Columbia Records
al Katz
Ziegfield
Katz
Columbia Recording Orchestra
Chicago Beach Hotel
Rainbow Gardens
Chicago
W . J. Young
Atlantic City
New York City
Victor
Alexander Martin
Daughters of the American Revolution
Rk. K. Stewart
Social Guests Visit In Raleigh And Nearby Cities
Dr J Henry Highsmith and Mrs Highsmith host in Raleigh on Friday. Carrie Kinney of Thomasville visits Mrs J M Beeson. Mrs Joseph Sutton of Baltimore stays with Mrs John Sheloff. Charlotte educators Miss Estelle Rawls Miss Cornelia Carter and Miss Florence Jamison visit Mr and Mrs R E B Rawson. Grace Siewers of Winston Salem spends weekend with sister Mrs W C Idol. Mrs O M Andrews visits with Mrs L E Fike of Spartanburg. Claire Douglas, UNC student, spends weekend at Montlieu Avenue home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Henry Highsmith
Raleigh
City
J. Hi. Highsmith
Joseph Sutton
Baltimore, Md
John Sheloff
North Main Street
Estelle Rawls
Charlotte City
Cornelia Carter
Florence Jamison
Myers Park School
Charlotte
R. EB. Rawson
Grace Siewers
Winston- Salem
W. C. Idol
South Hamilton Street
Claire Douglas
The
University of North Carolina
Montlieu Avenue
Walsh Urges U S Adherence To Mediterranean Pact
Senator Walsh of Montana in a radio address urged United States adherence to a Mediterranean peace pact proposed at the London naval conference. He argued the U S would gain much and lose little, noting he did not expect strong domestic support. The proposal would resemble the 1922 Pacific pact among the United States Great Britain Japan and France to respect each other’s insular possessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Walsh
Montana
Great Britain
Japan
France
Pacific
Birds Hatch Four Nestlings Amid Muddy Trial
A mother bird endures a harsh disaster, covers her eggs with mud, rebuilds her nest, and, after perseverance, nurtures four deep-nested chicklings into fledglings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlole
Average area of the 48 states in the Union
The text states the mean land area for the contiguous United States is 8057 square miles. It notes this as the average size across all 48 states, highlighting the variety in state land areas within the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Union
Valentine Bridge Delights Lexington Society a Gala Week
Lexington on Feb 15 featured a series of bridge gatherings hosted by Miss Mary Raper with five tables of players, Valentine decor, and prizes for high and visiting scores. Other clubs hosted events at West Fourth and Fifth avenues with salad courses, flowers, and handkerchiefs as prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Valentine
Mary Raper
West First Avenue
J. L. Gordon
Frank Holton
C. A. Hunt
O. J. McCoy
William Raper
Elizabeth Walker
C. A. Owens
Monroe
M. Wall
West Fifth Avenue
Owens
Fred O. Sink
Charles Young
T. V. Kirkman
Fred Hackney
Cliff Pickett
R. Lee McCrary
E. A. Timberlake
J. A. Smith
W. J. Vestal
W. M. Shuford
W. F. Brown
Parkview
Adrian Newton
J. L. Sowers
Jones T. Hedrick, Jr
J. R. Terry
H. H. Weaver
A. M. Crowell
Brevard Hawkins
H. T. Link
L. G. Bowles
Weldon
Irving Harrington
Sara Gulley
Mary Mitchell
Jimmie Ledbetter
Two Postoffices In Charlotte Vicinity Robbed By Yeggmen
Charlotte area post offices were raided by yeggs last night. In Pineville the two front doors were forced and the safe blown. Stamps and money orders were taken though the exact amount was not estimated. In Wingate the post office safe was blown but reported empty of valuables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
N. C
Pineville
B. S. Griffin
Wingate
Union County
Scientists warn of potential new ice age conditions
Some scientists believe conditions necessary for a frigid age exist now and that Earth is entering another ice age. The claim cites climatic shifts and long term cooling trends raising concerns about future global temperatures and planetary ice cover.
After Joan of Arc burned, ashes cast into the Seine
Historical account states that after being burned at the stake in 1431 Joan of Arc's ashes were scattered into the Seine River from Rouen bridges, marking a symbolic disposal by authorities.
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Joan of Arc
Seine
Rouen
Thomasville Week Full of Social Events and Clubs
Social life in Thomasville flourished this week with the Night Bridge Club at the Cooksey home, United Daughters of the Confederacy meetings, Eshera Club bridge night, Garden Club library plans, and multiple bridge gatherings at local homes. Notable activities included Valentine decor, prizes for high scores, and discussions on roses and perennial beds.
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Daughters of Confederacy
Alexander
Thomasville Garden Club
H. W. Maier
Sam Welborn
Garden Club
Maier
Charles’ F. Phillips
High Point Garden Club
Welborn
Mater
James Lambeth
Charles F. Phillips
Charles Phillips
G. W. Lyles
Ea Myers
John Hall
J. C. Green
Ray Hoover
Moyer Mendenhall
Bridge
Lexington Avenue
Mare Snell
Elizabeth
Socials and visitors share a warm weekend schedule
Consolation prizes and an attractive apron were awarded at a gathering where guests noted a Valentine tally. Mrs. Cox hosted a tea with a list of attendees including Mrs. Charles Phillips and Miss Jessie Burkhead. Visitors from Marion, Goldsboro, Lincolnton and Roanoke outline a week of social calls and family visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Phillips
Valentine
Cox
Charles Phillip
W. EB. Tomlinson
Mamie Harris
Robert Rapp
G. W. Lyles
Dave Long, Jr
R. G. Jennings
A. R. Swaim
Ida Alexander Remembered as Gentlewoman of High Point
Ida Alexander died February 6 1930 after months of illness. A Greensboro Female College alumna class of 1891, she was a beloved High Point figure known for kindness, hospitality, and loyalty. She served as treasurer of the local United Daughters of the Confederacy chapter and cherished travel, books, and animals. Her family and friends, guided by grace, mourn her calm passing with tributes from church leaders and close kin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Alexander
High Point
Harrison Alexander
Sarah Jarrell Alexander
Greensboro Female College
United Daug Ters
Confederacy
Treasur
Alexander
Slight Hope Held For Moore’s Recovery
Los Angeles reported slight hope for the recovery of Alexander Moore American Ambassador to Poland who is critically ill from a throat and lung infection. Dr P G White said Moore 63 years old was in semi delirium after a distinct decline last night with a temperature of 104 degrees. He had previously served as ambassador to Peru and Spain and was appointed to Poland recently by President Hoover.
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Los Angeles
Alexander Moore
Poland
P. G. White
Psician
Ambassa Moore
Ambassador Moore
Pittsburgh
Pola
Hoover
Peru
Spain
The Gas Plant Produces A Silent-Flame Oil Warning
A note warns of a scentless oil from the gas plant that ignites on contact with a match in hot weather, causing a sudden flare. Officials urge caution around storage and handling to prevent fires.
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B. A. R. Benefit
H. L. Cook
R. R. Ragan
Schiffman’s
Bones Jewelry Company
Sykes Florist Shop
Alexander’s
Cecil's Drug Store
Simmons Hosiery Mill
George Hutchens
Houbigant
Ingram’s Pharmacy
Emily Shop
Jarrett’s Book Store
Carrie Kinney
Thomasville
J. M. Beeson
O. M. Andrews
L. E. "Fike
Spartanburg, South Carolina
U. S
Monogram
J.P. Stevens Encraving CO
Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia
Stevens
Sheraton Hotel
le’ Madelon Nite Club
New York
Belvedere Hotel
48Th Street
Broadway
Times Square
Curtis A. Hale
Mgr
Valentine Bridge
Lexington Society
Miss Mary Raper
Bridge Club
Mrs. Hill
Frank L. Hill
Lexington Garden Club
West Fourth Avenue
James Adderton
Hubert Beeson
Joan
George White
R. M. Cooksey
Night Bridge Club
George Finch
M. B. Hite
Alliene Hoover
Austin Finch
Zed Griffith
Reese Harville
Briarfield
United Daughters of the Confederacy
F. J. Alexander
G. H. Yow
Ella Dorsett
John R. Myers
Carolina
Kodak
J. A. Palmer
North Carolina
Will Long
J. Compton
Covington, Ky
J. C. Lloyd
A. E. Barbee
Eshera Club
Mae Shearer
Salem Street
Glenn Pennington
J. R. Blair
Paul Hasler
Alvah Boyles
Susie Crowell
Dan Watson
Tom Dark
Greensboro
Walter Abernethy
Biltmore
Elizabeth Yow
Maie Snell
Marie Jones
Madeline Hoover
Annie Yow
H. T. Hethcock
Lucy Eason
R. B H. Phillips
Parent-Teacher Association of
Colonial Drive School
Don Giovano
Elizabeth Blair
Mozart
Annie Howell
Alice Britt Howell
Miss Yow
Josephine Pepper
Betty McMillan
Max White
Chubert Charlie Peace
M. L. Kesler
Norments
Clodfelter
R. IL. Hill
A. W. Fox
Marion
Gabe Holmes
Goldsboro
J. G& Lida
P. B. Kyser
Rocky Mount
Howell R. Kyser
Mary Arden Hauss
Lincolnton
Helen Hinkle
Randolph Street
W. H. Tudor
Roanoke
Teachers’ College
Harrisonburg
Zandal Myers
Chestnut Street
J. Moore
Wesley Mem M. E. Church
J. F. Kir
B. A. PF
Moore
Royal Hype Writers
Jarrett Stationery CO
North Wrenn Street
WNRC
Progressive Business Institutions
City of
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