17 Feb 1939
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1939
Page
1
Rome reports rumors of a demented man firing at a guard outside Mussolini’s Villa Torlonia. Officials deny or dodge confirmation while detailing guards, patrols, and the villa’s high walls. The note recalls seven prior alleged assassination attempts since 1922.
Compiled brief notices from Ohio and other regions detail a debate over a unemployment bill, tax collection improvements, Spanish civil war diplomacy, a storming of a consulate, TVA funding decisions, labor board labor certification, and a North Carolina revenue plan as politicians meet behind closed doors to shape a 1930 41 budget.
Joseph Mo February 17 192? A motor car wreck near here left Wilber Miller 20 dead and Vernon Lee 20 seriously injured. Police report the four youths Sutton Beet Sutton Ernest Amiran 19 were fugitives from a Nebraska reform school after an escape last night. The car skidded on an icy highway and struck a barrier near the prison grounds. Pursel said Amiranella and Sutton were under police guard.over.
The treasury reports spending of 5.617 trillion dollars from July 1 to February 15 exceeds expected receipts for the year ending June 30 by about 2.074 trillion. If outlays reach 9.492 trillion, the year-end deficit could hit 4.0 trillion. WPA remains the largest driver, with 1.451 trillion, while debt climbs to 39.799 trillion.
Raleigh report states 192 applicants passed the February 15 cosmetic art examinations out of 345 who took part. The next tests are set for April and applications must be filed by March 25. Board members include Mrs. Annie Williamson chair, and Mrs. Ethel Sinclair and Mrs. Gertrude Hutchinson.
United States Ambassador Grew sought an explanation of Japan's occupation of Hainan as Tokyo said the move serves military needs and to tighten the blockade of the China coast. Arita asserted Japan has no territorial ambitions in China and the action will remain within military necessities. The U.S. navy reported all Americans on the island safe and well fed, with the Presbyterian mission sheltering about 3,000 refugees.
Judge Sam J. Ervin sentenced three men for second degree murder in the slaying of R. O. Hawn former Hickory township constable to terms of 14 to 17 years. Mary Boyd received six to nine years. Defendants are Sam Bost James Ennis and Mose Brown. Boyd to appeal with bonds set and 90 day to perfect appeal. state 45 days to answer.
Greensboro detectives report a cyclist outmaneuvered them after dropping a five gallon can of corn whiskey during a boot legging chase. The incident, dated February 17, was observed by messengers and signals a potential new twist in illicit deliveries.
New York February 17 Magistrate Hulan Capshaw a defense witness in the Hines retrial denied attempting to have a stool pigeon murdered to protect Dutch Schultz policy operations. District Attorney Dewey pressed the question after Capshaw’s prior dismissal of charges against Rosenkranz. The judge denied a mistrial request, and Capshaw repeated his denial.
The British admiralty tightens gate safeguards after Germany publishes details of the George Fifth battleship. A government spokesman downplays concern while Geoffrey H Shakespeare says steps will be taken to detect unauthorized leakage. The George Fifth is set for February 21 launch at Newcastle with King George VI presiding.
Washington February 17 14 Representative Martin Dies head of the house committee on un American activities underwent an emergency appendicitis operation today. His surgeon Dr Eftiett M Campbell said Dies was in fine shape and stricken last night with an acute gangrenous appendix warning that delay might have been serious.
A North Carolina Senate bill, already adopted by High Point, provides 12 percent cuts on street assessments if paid by July 1 1989, shifts court cost burdens, and adjusts water sewer connection costs for overbuilt installations. Rep Rupert T. Pickens introduced the bill in the House.
Raleigh February 17 Representatives Taylor and Pickens clashed over a bill authorizing $347.25 to W. S. Williams for damages from a school bus accident. the bill passed as Nash County and state officials urged justification. The day focused on local business and state budgeting as the joint appropriations committee pressed toward finalizing the $154 million 1939-41 spending bill and other finance measures.
STATE MUSEUM CHARLOTTE Feb. 17 A movement seeks legislative approval to convert the old Phifer home in Charlotte into a state museum. The building was the last meeting place of the Confederate cabinet and is proposed for preservation as a historical site.
The Neuse river seven feet above flood stage inundated low land around Goldsboro and forced the Borden Brick and Tile Company to suspend operations. Four Wayne county rural roads were closed and about 75 workers were temporarily laid off. Officials expect a reopening next week if rainfall holds off. Lee A. Denson of the Raleigh weather bureau predicted continued rise through Friday.
A Ceret court confiscated millions in Spanish jewels and fined 18 million francs for bringing treasure into France. Half a ton of jewels from Figueras Castle was seized as Spain’s war reserve, with 76 Spaniards arrested and most given prison terms for customs evasion. The Lister Brigade officers claimed orders to deposit funds at the Spanish consulate in Perpignan.
Raleigh Feb 17 A Hickory based entity named Ata wba Valley Broadcasting Company Inc plans a broadcasting station with 50000 capital stock with stock subscriptions from George R Wooten J C Miller and C V Cline of Hickory Also chartered were J B Cooper Motor Company of Statesville Horton Packing and Shipping Service Inc of Charlotte Textile Club Inc of Gastonia a non stock social and fraternal club with incorporators F W Morris Grier W Friday and Paul L Miller of Gastonia.
The Senate education committee heard support for creating the Josephus Daniels nautical academy as a UNC unit. Backers cited a $25 000 yearly state grant and a federal offer of a million dollar ship, arguing the school would aid national defense and port development. The panel deferred action on the bill.
Durham officers and State ABC undercover agents conducted raids on illicit whiskey operations last night. Thirty-two people were arrested on illegal possession and retailing charges, with bonds set at 300 dollars and many already under suspended sentences. Some suspects remained in jail for the night.
Raleigh reports Dr. E V McCollum of Baltimore warns that America's sweet tooth crowds out essential foods in the national diet. He says sugar in moderation is useful and cites statistics showing an average third of a pound per person daily.
Washington February 17 The house rules committee cleared the way to begin consideration of legislation extending the life of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and affiliated agencies to January 15 1941 The bill also would raise the Disaster Loan Corporation cap to 40 million and extend federal credit supports The Senate previously approved to June 30 1941 Republicans proposed June 15 1941 amendments and threats to abolish or restrict agencies were raised The session also noted Ambassador Wilson testified at a secret Senate military committee meeting and Townsend warned of rising old age pensions to 300 monthly
The train automobile collision near Durham on Monday morning left three dead. Julian Bolton, 19, died in a hospital after being injured. Lawrence Dossett, the car driver, was killed instantly. Linwood O Neal died hours later. Archie L Smith Jr remained in serious condition with a chance of recovery.
In Randleman on February 17 a fire gutted the chicken house of O. C. Marsh killing two hundred baby chicks. The blaze drew many spectators before local firefighters controlled the flames.
Pounding seas loosened seams of the freighter Elbourn now hard aground at Swan Point since Tuesday afternoon. The coast guard cutter Calypso reported the situation from Norfolk headquarters.
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