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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1940
Page
2
A home remedy advertises Ru-Ex Compound mixed with water and lemon juice to relieve rheumatic arthritis and neuritis pain within 48 hours. The ad promises a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved and notes availability at Mann’s Eckerd’s and other drug stores.
More than 100 exchange club representatives from the Carolinas attended a Wilmington program where R Thurston national president spoke on the tangible assets of life. District governors Harold A Petit and M L Patrick also spoke, with clubs from Columbia Charleston Wilmington Burlington High Point Raleigh Greensboro Winston Salem and Charlotte represented.
The Turkish foreign office in Ankara denied Balkan rumors of imminent war following a long communications disruption. Spokesmen blamed hurricane force winds for destroying about five miles of telephone lines in European Turkey, while mobilization rumors on the Russian border were rejected.
Finnish aviators conducted bombing and scouting flights while Soviet air activity remained light across Finland. Finnish forces claimed two Soviet planes were shot down. Field Marshal Mannerheim thanked Swedish and Norwegian volunteers for joining the war effort, signaling their deployment to the front. France considers purchasing 200000 more military shoes in Uruguay.
Hitler spoke to an awed crowd at the Hofbräuhaus praising German leadership and warning against English and French dominance. He claimed God as ally, touted friendships with Soviet Russia Italy and Japan, and denounced Jewish finance while stressing Germany’s inevitable victory. The speech was kept secret until Hitler entered Hofbräuhaus, with Berlin sources silent beforehand.
The piece quotes political leaders debating concrete security aims for peace against Germany. Prime Minister Chamberlain urges independence for Poles and Czechs, demands verifiable pledges, and argues for a settlement with sincere governments. Sir Archibald Sinclair backs aiding Finland and stresses maximum effort against the enemy.
Arch ie Curry a High Point Negro linked to the 1927 shotgun killing of Roosevelt Kearns in Thomasville was arrested after a tip led authorities to Lumberton. He is held in Thomasville jail awaiting a preliminary hearing likely on Monday. Curry may plead self defense as Kearns was also armed.
KENTUCKY SHOOTING Jackson reports a former county Democratic chairman was killed and the sheriff's son wounded in a blazing gun battle. Police Chief A S Sizemore cited long standing bad feelings from the 1938 Barkley Chandler Democratic senatorial primary as the flare point of the incident.
Dutch ration notices indicate peas are now restricted as part of official consumer controls. Government aims to manage food supply amid shortages.
Charles A. Whitaker announces March events at the Community Boys Club Southside and Washington Street centers to raise membership to 200. The month features a city wide kite tournament in three divisions with materials provided and workshops starting Monday evening. Girls participate alongside women leaders, and meetings for boys and girls are set for Tuesday at 4 PM.
The William Penn High School program featured Old Man Pete with Samuel Keenan and Margaret Hill delivering strong portrayals of a blunt, outmoded parenting couple and Mozelle Winchester as the bossy wife. A three character Revenge also impressed. Director Mrs. Osaree Young spoke on job preparation and education importance.
Washington on February 24. Senator Brown urged Congress to veto trade agreements as it does presidential reorganizations. The Senate Finance Committee will hear a three year extension on reciprocal trade act, with votes expected soon. Leaders push for fast action and possible quick debate completion.
Atlanta February 24 The American Federation of Labor will launch a three day discussion focused drive in the South and West led by President William Green. About 2,000 representatives from 10 southeastern states will target textiles retail trade marine work and white collar sectors. Green will deliver a national radio address March 2 and aims for 500000 new members by October taking rolls to over 4500000. Discussions will cover organization and legislation with no fixed program and include Georgia Florida Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee Kentucky Mississippi Alabama Louisiana.
The Patrician Club staged a charming dance in a Kilby Arcade setting with orange and black decor. Paper streamers formed a center rosette while guests from High Point and nearby towns including Rock Hill South Carolina enjoyed music by Dr. H. L. Cromwell's Broadcasters of Winston-Salem.
The Primary Department at Fairview Street School presents the play Kay and Gerda or the Snow Queen Thursday evening at 8 oclock. The event showcases young students in a stage performance.
A basketball game is scheduled Monday afternoon at 3 30 at Fairview Street School. The visiting team will be Trinity School.
The Martin family expresses gratitude for sympathy shown during the illness and death of Jethro J. Martin including appreciation for floral designs. Signed by Mrs. Arovia Martin and family.
The Senate Appropriations Committee recommended 1.4 million dollars for the Federal anti trust division, a 150000 dollar increase, after AAG Thurman Arnold testified anti trust suits saved 270 million dollars for consumers and that every dollar spent yielded five dollars inTreasury fines.
Senate Agriculture Committee plans a hearing on the $722 million farm bill approved by the House. Farm state senators push to add $200 million for parity payments.
Nordic ministers Koht and Muncha reportedly found wartime shipping acts by Germany and Britain unacceptable as Sweden Norway and Denmark weigh neutrality. Britain urges convoys while Germany pressures Scandinavian trade. Denmark suffers loss as the 1100 ton Aase sinks in the Atlantic with Norwegian ships blamed for piracy by Oslo papers.
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