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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1937

Page

2

Confidence Expressed In Aviation's Future

Roger W. Babson argues aviation shows stronger long term growth than railroads. He notes fast gains in transport express and manufacturing, expanding air networks, rising speeds, lower fares, and increasing military orders while predicting the industry enters a profitable mid phase after early hype.

San Francisco Boston Rail of Air Air Express Fuivver Lincoln Nebraska America

Adoption of Child Labor Law Sought by Governors

Governors across states react to President Roosevelt's proposed amendment. Lehman in New York and Allred in Texas pledge action. Nebraska Maryland and Connecticut officials yield mixed responses. Georgia and Kansas elects promise cooperation. Missouri weighs another ratification bid as Delaware and Rhode Island show no action. Tennessee opposes the amendment.

Herbert H. Lehman New York James V. Allred Texas R. L. Cochran Nebraska Harry W. Nice Maryland Roosevelt Wilbur L. Cross Connecticut Florida Fred P. Cone Massachusetts Charles F. Hurley Robert E. Quinn Rhode Island Leslie Jensen South Dakota George PD. Aiken Vermont Tennessee Delaware BE. D. Rivers Georgia Walter A. Haxman Kansas Missouri

Adverse Weather Strands Travel Across Western States

The storm's toll includes at least 11 deaths across Texas Nebraska Arizona Utah and Oklahoma. A Arizona search party of 20 Indians for two missing six year olds is lost in a blizzard. Ten more Indians marooned in Arizona face starvation or exposure while 50 motorists are stranded in seven to eight foot Utah drifts.

Texas Nebraska Arizona Utah Oklahoma

Heart Attack Fatal for Former Elizabeth City Police Chief

Elizabeth City January 9 A C Bell 78 former chief of police died suddenly at his home about 11 am The attending physician listed the cause as a heart attack He is survived by his widow and two sons Graham W Bell assistant vice president of First Citizens National Bank and Allen Bell with the North Carolina rating and no bureau at Raleigh

Elizabeth City A. C. Bell Graham W. Bell First & Citizens National Bank Allen Bell North Carolina Raleigh

Severe winter grips the Midwest and West with deep freezes

A Nebraska train trap held 18 passengers for 20 hours as freezing conditions spread from the west coast into southern Texas. Oregon reported 42 below zero. six foot drifts blocked northern Iowa branch lines. Buses ran without schedules. many schools closed. airports shut in New Jersey Pennsylvania and Ohio. about 30 vessels waited in Philadelphia port amid dense fog. record lows ranged from -30 in Williston to -12 in St. Paul and Omaha, with dozens more locations plunging below zero.

Nebraska West Texas Oregon Iowa New Jersey Pennsylvania Ohio Philadelphia Williston N. D Havre Mont Devile Lake Yellowstone Park Aberdeen

Lewis Slipping in Auto Strike In Big Union

At a press conference Frey said he could not estimate the number of AFL craft union members in General Motors plants. He cited satisfactory verbal agreements with the company and noted a telegram from the Cleveland metal trades council about Fisher body plant union members being not bound by others actions though not backing strikerbreakers if GM reopened the Cleveland plant during the UAW strike.

Frey A. F. of L General Motors Corporation Cleveland Metal Trades Council Fisher Body Cleveland United Automobile Workers

What Congress Is Doing Today

In recess until Monday lawmakers prepared to review and debated President's budget message presented yesterday. The Associated Press notes discussions focus on funding priorities and potential policy shifts as Congress resumes.

Congress Associated Press

Pope Is Improved But Still In Bed

Vatican report says Pope Pius XII is improved but still bedbound with old ailments. He sent a brief message via Cardinal Pacelli to the upcoming eucharistic congress in Manila urging prayers for world peace. Cardinal Dougherty led the papal mission in presenting the message.

Vatican City Pius Manila Papal Mission Dennis Cardinal Dougherty Philadelphia Cardinal Pacelli Nof

Strengthen Police Guard At Capitol

Washington reports the police guard at the Capitol was strengthened ahead of a demonstration by the workers' alliance demanding an extra 1.04 billion dollars for relief through June. President Roosevelt supports a 650 million dollar portion, while the overall request remains contentious.

Washington Capitol Workers’ Alliance Roosevelt

Tennessee Coal, Iron Plans Wire Plant Expansion

EXPAND PLANT BIRMINGHAM Ala Jan 9 The Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad Co US Steel subsidiary announced an addition to its wire plant at Fairfield Ala to raise capacity by about 23000 tons per year.

Birmingham Ala Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Co U. S, Steel Fairfield

Folger Resigns Judgeship to Lead Democratic Posts

Special Judge A. D. Lon Folger, North Carolina Democratic chairman, resigned his judgeship in Raleigh on January 9 to remain active in party work. Appointed by former Governor Ehringhaus in November, Folger said he could not continue as jurist and Governor Hoey planned to appoint a replacement later.

Raleigh A. D Lon) Folger North Carolina Ehringhaus Hoey Fober Ater

Loyalists Bomb Insurgent Ships in Bay of Biscay

Spanish Socialist planes and warships attacked insurgent vessels in the Bay of Biscay today. The offensive followed an attack on the socialist merchant ship Nabarra by the Fascist destroyer Velasco, which was routed by a civilian Basque vessel.

Bayonne France Bay of Biscay Nabarra Velasco Bilbao San Sebastian

Narcotic Drive Slowed by Caution as Executions Unfold

PIBPING China. Authorities halted planned executions after one dealer was put to death and others were signaled for possible action. Officials then announced a policy of leniency, suspending three more anticipated executions and slowing the narcotics crackdown while seeking approval for clemency.

Pibping China

Wrestler Palmer Burns, Dean of Pros, Dies in Iowa

Martin Palmer Burns aged 76, longtime figure in professional wrestling, died in Council Bluffs Iowa last night. Burns, known as Palmer Burns, was a pioneer and dean of the sport with a career spanning decades.

Council Bluffs Iawa Martin “Palmer” Burns

Visiting Editor Calls for Liberty in Press Reform

New York cartoonish tale follows Master Billy Callow, a 14 year old Toronto editor, touring American papers on a self funded mission to judge press independence. He praises crusading journalism and reveals his Lovelorn column under Mme Dora, offering blunt dating and marriage advice in a bias free venture.

George Ross New York Billy Callow Lder Toronto Canada Master Callow Post New Yor Manhattan Empire State Building Woolworth Tower Radio City 42Nd Street Frea Circus Daily Post Five Net Love Daily Gazette Mme. Dora Mme Dora Dominion of Canada Cal The Empire State 42Nd St Cablow

Ten Thousand Volt Shocks Brooklyn College Student

A Brooklyn College student, Irving Ehrlich, was knocked unconscious by a 10 000-volt jolt while studying an X-ray machine and revived claiming the experience felt like a floating dream. The piece contrasts this with the 2 500 volts used in an electric chair and hints at youth and maturity in decision making. It also features editorial notes from the Post and discusses Master Callow and Toronto subscribers in a lively, clippings-style narrative.

Irving Ehrlich Brooklyn Colege Brooklyn N. Y

Wall Street Hocus Pocus Isn’t All Financial

A New York column surveys Wall Street magic and society magicians including Howard Borden, Charles Toy, Joe Cook, Charlie Chaplin, Phil Baker, and Fulton Oursler with Elmer F. Ranson as dean. It notes other famous members and playful, surreal anecdotes about the era’s cultural figures.

Wall Street New York Society of American Magicians Howard Borden Port of New York Charles M. Toy William Rockefeller Joe Cook Sleepless Hollow Charlie Chaplin Phil Baker Fulton Oursler Magician's Society Elmer F. Ranson John Mulholland Fred Allen Ed Wynn Morton Downey Jack Benny Alfred Lunt Harold Lloyd

Lily Pons Maintains Health Through Breathing and Diet

The opera and film star Lily Pons relies on half hour deep breathing sessions three times daily, a diet rich in green vegetables and fruits, and regular rest to stay fit amid a hectic schedule of rehearsals, radio broadcasts, and film work. She notes naps after lunch and substantial water intake while recommending a brisk walk for busy women to preserve youth and energy.

Ty Alicia Hart NER Service Lily Pons Metropolitan Opera New York Hollywood Miss Pons Ond

Capybara, World’s Largest Rodent, Reaches Over Four Feet

A South American capybara weighs about 120 pounds and grows more than four feet in length, making it the world’s largest rodent.

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