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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1948

Page

3

State Medical Body Advances Pungo District Hospital Plans

The state medical care commission reports faster progress in the second district covering the Carolinas Virginia West Virginia Maryland and DC. Construction bids may be sought for the Pungo District hospital in Belhaven and Bruce K. Jones of eight is named hospital construction engineer.

Raleigh State Medical Care Commission Pam Carolinas Virginia West Virginia Maryland District of Columbia Commission Pungo District Hospital Belhaven Bruce K. Jones Eigh

Three Escaped Prisoners Sought in North Carolina

Prison authorities hunt three inmates who fled Pitt County Camp late Monday. Durward Gupton 24 of Henderson and John Baldwin 51 of Mt Airy escaped together with Robertson 23 of Davie County who was due to be released May 16. Baldwin faced 10 to 15 years.

Raleigh North Carolina Pitt County Robertson Davi County John Baldwin Mt. Airy Baldwin

Umstead Sees Aid To Europe Essential

U S Senator William B Umstead told the Raleigh junior chamber of commerce that American aid to Europe is a calculated risk the nation cannot avoid. He warned that while such aid demands sacrifices it is preferable to European collapse which would force a 50 percent rise in national defense costs.

Raleigh Europe U. S William B. Umstead Raleigh Junior Chamber of Commerce

McNeill Withdraws From North Carolina Seventh District Race

Lumberton solicitor T. A. McNeill withdrew his name from consideration for the seventh district congressional seat saying he is not qualified and other duties prevent entry. The Robesonian predicted a Robeson county candidate would be announced soon with Solicitor F. Ertel Carlyle and Attorney O. L. Henry named as possible contenders.

Lumberton T. A. McNeill Robeson County North Carolina McNeill Bayard Clark Fayetteville Howe Lamberton Robesonian F. Ertel Carlyle O. L. Henry

Paroles for Three Prisoners Granted by State Panel

The state paroles commission today announced the release of three prisoners. James Blakely, sentenced in Cleveland in 1941 to 19 to 20 years for manslaughter. John Dryman, Buncombe case last May for unlawful possession and sale of narcotics. Moses Wilkins, Bertie county last month to 90 days for driving without a license and reckless driving.

Raleigh State Paroles Commission James Blakely Cleveland John Dryman Buncombe Moses Wilkins Bertie County

Lexington Telephone Firm To Issue Stock

The State utilities commission authorized Lexington Telephone Company to issue 500 shares of common stock with a par value of 100 dollars to meet added costs of improvements and operations.

Raleigh State Utilities Commission Lexington Tele ‘One

American Business Club hosts youth round table discussants

The American Business Club last night hosted a round table discussion by the Junior Youth council of High Point for junior high students. A Glenn Smith introduced the program with Miss Unity Nash as moderator and participants Jerry Snider Janet Blair Bill Barrett Polly Carroll and Ronnie Current. The topic asked if movies and radio fill present day youth needs and a lively question period followed. The program, moderated by O Arthur Kirkman, was broadcast over WMFR last Thursday under the Community Radio council.

American Business Club Junior Youth Council of High Point A. Glenn Smith Miss Unity Nash Jerry Snider Janet Blair Bill Barrett Polly Carroll Ronnie Current O. Arthur Kirkman WMFR Community Radio Council

FBI Probes Vet Housing Cheating by Contractors

FBI agents investigate complaints from thousands of ex GIs that builders overcharged or sold substandard homes under veterans housing programs. The housing expeditor reports 26 000 veterans appealed to the compliance division with cases of inflated charges and rooms left out or altered. When price adjustments fail and violations are strong the cases go to the Justice Department for action.

Washington FBI Venus Justice Department Los Angeles Baltimore New York New Orleans Miami Dallas Chicago Morris Verner Erner Verner Federal Housing Authority

Prison escape trio recaptured near Chelsea

Three long term prisoners who fled a southern Michigan prison Monday afternoon were captured early today in Chelsea about 20 miles away. The trio consisted of two lifers and a man serving 15 to 30 years. Officials said they apparently used secretly manufactured keys to escape.

Jackson, Mich Southern Michigan Chelsea

Unblock Digestive Tract For Real Relief From Constipation

Reader advice warns against soda and alkalizers for sour stomach and gas, noting constipation as the true issue. It promotes an “unblock” approach to the digestive tract for genuine relief and mentions seeking products like Pi and related remedies.

Non-Drinking Councilman to Inspect LA Bars

Los Angeles officials plan bar inspections led by Councilman Kenneth Hahn who has never tasted liquor. Accompanied by Health Officer Dr. George M. Uhl and a police officer with a light meter, they will assess lighting quality and report to the council on potential actions.

Los Angeles Kenneth Hahn George M. Uhl

Peterson's Ointment offers relief for piles

The ad touts Peterson's Ointment as a fast remedy for itching and smarting piles used by millions over 40 years. A testimonial claims relief and better sleep with a cooling soothing formula, priced 35 and 60 cents with a money back guarantee.

Peterson

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