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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1934

Page

2

Outlook Bright For Southern Furniture Market Opening

The January Southern furniture market opens Monday in the Exposition building with all spaces sold and twenty new exhibitors. Paul W. Casey predicts strong attendance from buyers nationwide, while J. T. Ryan notes expected 1934 improvements and a shift toward modern yet conservative designs. The show features a major floor covering display and new exhibitors from multiple states, highlighting a robust post code stabilization and evolving trends.

Paul W. Casey Southern Furniture Exposition Mr. Casey J. T. Ryan Southern Furniture Manufacturers Association Ryan Grand Apids Chicago New York Gastonia N. C Hoosier Manufacturing Co New Castle Ind Mascott Stove Co Chattanooga Elwood the Simmons Co Atlanta, Ga Stoneville Furniture Co Stoneville United Stave Co Ypsilanti, Mich Williams Furniture Co Richmond Wrenn-Columbia Furniture Co High Point

Eye Clinic to Screen Junior High Students This Week

A county wide vision screening initiative begins in the Junior High, with Miss Veigh Hutchinson guiding tests in each room assisted by teachers. Students needing further care will be sent to specialists. glasses only on parent orders after reports are issued. Doctors J W Austin O B Bonner and M A Lackey support the clinic.

Veigh Hutchinson J. W. Austin O. B. Bonner M. A. Lackey Lackey Chapel

Calf Is Christened Antarcticia Iceberg In South Pole Tale

North Carolina's second Byrd expedition representative gains a unique name for a 75 pound calf born last week to Nira the Polar Guernsey from Thurmond Chatham's Klondike farm. Word of the birth and christening reached yesterday with Paramount camera crews in attendance.

North Carolina Nira Thurmond Chatham Klondike Elkin Paramount Davis Milling Company

Practical Plan of Hospitalization Promoted by Burrus Memorial

The Burrus Memorial Hospital Association promotes a hospitalization plan offering 21 days per year of free hospital service with select exceptions. The program, termed The Practical Plan of Hospitalization, includes room, surgery, nursing, medicines, and lab work for up to 31 days annually, with a 26 percent discount after 21 days. Offices open tomorrow at 507 Wachovia Bank Building.

Burrus Memorial Hospital Association Burrus Memorial Hospital Winston-Salem Greensboro Wachovia Bank

Pennsylvania State Bonus Announced for Ex Soldiers

The state bonus for Pennsylvania veterans will begin March 1. Harry Polly Snyder announced that eligible ex soldiers with Pennsylvania residence at enlistment and who served in World War I, the Spanish-American War, the Guam, Boxer, or Philippine expeditions may receive up to 200. For details contact Mr. Snyder at the Princess Cafe.

Pennsylvania Harry Polly Snyder Pennslvania Guam Philip Spine Mr. Snyder Princess Cafe

No Racketerring On Home Loans 10 Be Tolorated

Salisbury reports Home Owners' Loan Corporation pledges to aid only distressed homeowners. State manager Alan B. O'Neal says aid is denied when refinancing is sought without distress, while foreclosure cases in real distress may be saved by exchanging mortgages for HO L C bonds. He notes broad cooperation from mortgage firms and individuals.

Salisbury Jan Home Owners’ Loan Corporation Alan O’neal O'Neal Whcch

Grady A Charles Missing From Winston-Salem Area

Grady A Charles seven teen of Winston Salem has been missing since December 26 police were alerted. He was last seen in Thomasville wearing a dark suit blue shirt and gray hat. Anyone with information should contact Mrs Alice Charles 209 Gloria Avenue Winston Salem or call 6607 in Greensboro or notify the Greensboro or Winston Salem police departments.

Grady A. Charles Winston-Salem Charles Thomasville Alice Charles Gloria Avenue Greensboro

1047 Persons At Work On Civil Works Projects In High Point

A Civil Works Administration report shows 1,074 workers on CWA and CWAS projects in High Point as of January 4, with total payrolls from November 20 to January 4 amounting to 81 871 07 dollars. Largest crews are 434 at Jamestown lake project and 207 at Blair Park.

CWA CWAS High Point Civil Works Administration Avyse* suseYvrst Gyve Oye Evnee Wweing City Lake Jamestown Blair Park United States Public Health Service South Main Street Springdale Avenue

Organization Of New Emerywood Country Club Set For Meeting

The Emerywood Country Club plans a Monday night meeting to officially form the new operating body. I. Paul Ingle says over 125 members have signed to join and all signers must attend to elect officers and shape policies. Lynn Trout, appointed secretary and clubhouse head, leads the signing drive through Monday.

Emerywood Country Club I. Paul Ingle Ingle Lynn Trout

Slot Machines Banished In High Point After Judge Suspension

Judge Lewis E Teague suspended judgment on J D Lawing and R Byrd after ordering removal of their slot machines from High Point and forbidding future operation. Whiffle boards were also ordered removed. Cases against local store operators remain pending for February jury term. Authorities had confiscated over thirty machines during the crackdown.

High Point Lewis E. Teague J. D. Lawing R. Byrd J. R. Rhodes J. F. Ledbeyter EB. H. Hege

Rally to organize local Girl Scout troop 10

A rally for 35 girls and supporters to form a local troop under Guilford County Girl Scout council is set for Tuesday at 7 30 PM in the Boy Scout hut on Farriss avenue. Miss Mary Lee Underwood leading efforts aims to enable merit badge testing and council camp access via official affiliation.

Guilford County Greensboro Douglas H. Long High Point

Modifications Sought for Hotel Code to Aid Operators

R K Young of the Elwood Hotel says NRA authorities are expected to approve modified hotel code provisions after refusals on six prior codes. The changes aim to allow executives to work seven days a week without extra staff and to let hotel dining rooms serve three meals daily without adding staff, reflecting two main plans in use American and European.

Washington NRA R. K. Young Elwood Young

Junior Order to Install New Officials in Guilford

Guilford council No. 238 Jr O U A M will hold a public installation of officers next Friday at 7 30 p m with B S Siske state counselor of the order from Pleasant Garden expected to attend The district deputy H C Royals of Trinity and other state officials will be present Two new members P H Hutchens and Curtis Crawford were welcomed at the Friday meeting

Guilford Council No. 238 B. S. Siske Pleasant Garden H. C. Royals Trinity P. H. Hutchens Curtis Crawford

Fire Loss for 1933 In High Point Falls to 78831

Fire Chief E. K. Ingram reports to the National Board of Fire Underwriters that High Point’s 1933 fire loss totaled 78831, down from 238767 in 1932. Buildings incurred 36922 in losses with 41909 for contents, almost all insured.

Ingram National Board E. K. Ingram National Board of Fire Underwriters

North Carolina artists to receive Public Works of Art Projects assignments

The Public Works of Art Projects will soon assign ten artworks with early work expected. Louis Voorhees, state director, heads a committee including John J. Blair Adelaide Fries and Frank P. Graham to select subject matter and approve artists from North Carolina lists. Artists must present samples for review before acceptance.

North Carolina Louis Voorhees Voorhees John J. Blair High Point Raleigh Adelaide Fries Winston-Salem Frank P. Graham University of North Carolina Chamber of Commerce Bath Edenton

Junior Stewards Welcome Pastor at Wesley Memorial

The Junior Board of Stewards of Wesley Memorial Methodist Church will host an oyster supper for Dr. W A Lambeth the new minister at the church basement Monday at 6 30 pm Invitations were issued to all 650 board members The welcome address will be by Charlie W McAnally and Dr Lamb will give a new address The event closes at eight o clock with dinner by the Woman's Auxiliary

Wesley Memorial Methodist Church W. A. Lambeth Charlies W. McAnally T. R. Zimmerman

Many Names Figuring In County Political Lineup Speculation

With the primary five months away speculation swirls over the county as potential candidates for the Democratic nominations emerge. party lines form as names circulate around the upcoming off year campaign.

Hancock Reports Improved Paints and Glass Sales

L H Hancock, Pittsburgh Plate Glass local manager, said sales of paints and glass in the territory rose from May through early winter with expectations of higher volumes ahead. He noted advertising supports gains and contrasted this year’s optimism with the downturn a year ago during a new administration’s spring start.

L. H. Hancock Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company Atlanta Hancock Standard Statistics Company of New York

New York Albany Named After Baby Stuart Duke

The article notes New York and Albany were named for Baby Stuart the Duke of York and Albany who later ascended as James II. The connection ties the two cities to the royal title during Stuart era.

New York and Albany Baby Stuart Duke of York and Albany James II

Ancient roots of the word academy linked to Plato

The term academy traces to ancient times when Plato lectured in a grove owned by Academus, a namesake linked to the school’s origins.

Plato Academus

Jordan Montana Spared 90 Miles From Rail Line

Jordan, county seat of Sarfield county, Montana, lies 90 miles from a railway, impacting regional transport plans and access. The fact concerns residents and local officials evaluating infrastructure options and economic effects.

Jordan Sarfield County Montana

Progress on City Park project advances rapidly

Jamestown CWA project No. 23037 reports swift progress at the municipal park. Play field is 80 percent done behind the bath house and can serve baseball and parking needs. Amphitheater 40 percent complete with a 90 by 60 foot stage and 10 thousand capacity. Tennis courts 70 percent, swimming pool excavation 38 percent with a cross shaped design and varied depths for separate activities. Seven groups of workers use wheelbarrows trucks and railroad cars to move dirt as two tracks and 12 cars are in use.

Jamestown Bath House

Certificates of Compliance Named for Local Firms

The President’s Reompt Agreement lists the firms named yesterday including Woodall & all plasterers Setzer Cash iery High Point Nursery K. Austin nursery and Food Store, in connection with the fire at Postmaster 0. R.

Woodall & All Setzer Cashiery High Point Nursery K. Austin

Bruce Craven to Lead New Year Class on Self Reliance

Major Bruce Craven, noted as Peacock Bible teacher, will conduct the New Year class at 9 45 this morning. He will present the subject Whether It Makes or You Depends on You, focusing on personal responsibility and self reliance.

Bruce Craven Peacock Bible

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Outlook Bright Antarcticia City Hall Perry North Main Street East Side Leonard Street Girl Scout Boy Scout Hut Farriss Avenue Committee On Statistics of Fire Underwriters Board Voorhees Names Committee Dr. Lambeth Wesley Memorial Waynick Burrus Moore Senate House Caffey Phipps Milwaukee Detroit Pittsburgh Kansas City Dallas Philadelphia Newark F. H. Hancock W. F. Robinette F. L. Watford T. RB. Ballard L. O. Hollingsworth Goldsboro J. E. Luck J. C. Nelson Durham Interest Aid Pears Legisla Joe Phipps Dave Stafford Mike Jey Board of County Missioners George Stansbury R. Flake Shaw Carolina Lems Guilford John Trus J. Moore M. W. Nash City Park A.j.koonc Naroone Gruner South Main
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