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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1939
Page
2
Noon readings show fair but colder conditions across North Carolina with freezing temperatures near the coast tonight. Thursday remains fair and cold with a slight warmup in the mountains as winds ease from Hatteras to Jacksonville and Sandy Hook to Hatteras.
The Duchy of Lancaster, acting for Baron Chatfield, indicated Britain would not pursue limited lability once war starts. Morrison said the general staffs are drafting a joint plan to use both nations’ resources in war. Chamberlain warned borrowing limits may be exceeded as rearmament continues to match world powers.
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The article notes that Earth travels about 19 miles every second along its orbit around the sun. It highlights the vast scale of planetary motion and frames the speed as a remarkable astronomical fact.
In Lafayette Indiana burglars shattered a shop window and entered a plumbing business. They unlocked the sign reading This safe is unlocked and took only the sign, per owner Victor J Larson.
In Dallas a store protected by a hunter and a pistol killed nine rats after three cats disappeared from a grocery. One rat weighed 2 1 4 pounds. In Baton NM a snowbound couple due to a stork were helped by a snowplow to reach the hospital just as their baby arrived.
Chicago reports a 19 year old cashier Jean Dreesin in a lingerie shop who triggered an alarm after three robbers demanded 8350. The trio fled. the proprietor announced a later wage raise.
Tokyo says it is drafting a police plan for Shanghai's International Settlement amid rising anti Japanese terrorism. The killing of Marquis Li Li Kuo Chieh shocks the area as foreign observers debate potential ultimatums and possible Japanese action.
Reports say all Tunisian military air detachments were ordered to be ready for action and troops held to barracks amid rising tensions. Paris circles note unconfirmed reports of Italian reinforcements and possible German movement via Italy to Libya. The Ben Gardane line near the Libyan frontier guards key desert approaches with stronger fortifications behind it.
The Agricultural Adjustment Administration reports spending 295 725 294 dollars in seven months ending Feb 1 including farmer benefit payments.
Reporters seeking word on local colds found two of three officials ill. The other authority confirmed the situation with cautious remarks. The scene underscored the outbreak's reach and the press’s cautious access to public health updates.
A tornado near Windsor killed four people and injured many as it tore a three mile path through Green's Cross Roads. Farm families, police, and Red Cross workers aided survivors at the scene and in the town hospital which became overcrowded.
Asheboro clubs held International Night at a Business and Professional Women meeting with Miss Iola Lowdermilk directing relations, Lillie Bulla outlining progress of women, and Marion Stedman proposing a three year objective to boost women in public office. Guests included Mrs. Roye and Mrs. Doolittle as plans for future events and health work in Granville county were noted.
In a heated House session lawmakers argued over a $53.8 million naval air base bill a $5 million Guam harbor project drew charges of waste and delay. Rep Taber urged immediate defense needs while Guam items were debated amid calls to keep focus on current emergency defense readiness.
Rambling Reporter listed today by the state highway safety division for the revocation of his driver's license. T. W. Ring of 207 Phillips Street, High Point is named in the notice. Burrus Memorial Hospital staff will meet Friday evening at 8 o'clock for a program by Dr. B. S. Saunders on Bronchial Asthma.
In Washington yesterday heated debate split Democrats and Republicans over President Roosevelt's 552 million defense program. Rep Fish warned the plan could spark war hysteria and risk a clash with Japan. Guam discussion highlighted strategic fears as Vinson denied fortifying Guam now but warned of deterrence if fortified. Senate focused on army expansion and federal agencies funding, while TVA allocations faced political fight before final approval.
The North Carolina State Association for the Blind will hold its fifth annual convention in Greensboro this Sunday February 22 with participants from across the state expected to attend.
Nine baronets in Britain are living descendants of the original receivers of the title created in 1611. The report outlines the continuity of the line from the early charter to present holders.
Paris reports opposition to unconditional French recognition of Francoist Spain. Daladier faces criticism from Senate figures led by Leon Berard as nationalist leaders move toward formal relations. Cabinet factions debate guarantees to keep Spain independent despite Italian support and German influence.
The governor addresses legislators and visitors urging government cooperation over control, citing Jefferson and the need to fund essential public services. He highlights a growing state budget driven by school and highway costs, notes a debt reduction, and calls for attracting business, agriculture rehabilitation, and expanded education and social support through prudent spending.
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