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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1952
Page
13
A fragmentary talk overheard in a Piedmont North Carolina police station touches on immunity and rank, noting the coroner is “the highest man in the county” and tracing the office to medieval England. The column ponders the State Supreme Court vacancy, hinting at local opinions about a candidate and jurists.
City and County tax listings lag as officials release figures after one week. Bill Green, administrative assistant at City Hall, reports only 600 residents have listed City taxes. County totals have not been announced and may lag behind last year.
Andrews was arrested and jailed on three separate charges after warrants issued December 3. He faces counts for hiring a motor vehicle with intent to defraud, issuing a worthless check, and another unspecified charge. Local authorities reported the arrest and booking details.
In Municipal Court a warrant and missing witness prompts officers to call Willie James Brevard. A voice responds, "here I is," but the scene ends with uncertainty as the search continues for the missing witness.
Eastern Air Lines introduces the Silver Falcon to High Point on January 15 in a limited service as part of a broader expansion. The 40 passenger jet, speedier than the DC-3, features in cabin dining, a tail loading ramp, and carry on luggage. The Greensboro High Point route to Washington and New York is reduced to under three hours, with through service to Tampa and Miami.
Postmaster S C Clark reports postal receipts rose 12 percent last year with total annual receipts of 91 325 12 and 711 ee compared to 635 446 53 the year prior. He notes growing business and explains new parcel post limits 72 inches length plus girth and 40 pounds with rural route exceptions.
A white couple and a Negro man face trial in Thomville Recorders Court tomorrow on liquor and parking violation charges. Prince Albert Ellison, 29, of Point, stands charged with a violation count. John C. Tucker, 34, and his wife Juanita Tucker, 30, of a High Point trailer camp, face similar counts. Tucker also faces parking without due care as deputies found liquor in their car.
Weather forecast warns of a sharp cold snap tonight with temperatures near 22 degrees. Tomorrow promises fair skies but still cold conditions as winds ease and clouds clear.
THOMASVILLE A High Point man lay injured on Highway 109 for nearly four hours after a wreck near Richfork toward Winston. Brickey, blinded by oncoming lights in fog, lost control and slid down a foot embankment before he could flag down passing cars. A Melzan Trucking driver saw him around 8 o clock and notified Green Funeral Home, which sent him to a local hospital for examination. State Patrolman Harrold Petty said the car was down a tree line at the embankment. visibility contributed to the crash.
Capt. Sheppard announced that donations totaling 5084 dollars and 17 cents supported the Salvation Army Christmas aid program for 1447 children in 384 families, reaching 1911 individuals through checks gifts and toys as the community of High Point reacted to the drive.
Dr. Julian C. McPheeters president of Asbury Theological Seminary Wilmore Ky was the visiting speaker at the High Point College assembly yesterday morning He addressed the future world crisis and said the future depends on how resources are managed in the present
City employees worked to clear remaining Christmas decorations from streets and sidewalks after the holiday season. A lone evergreen lay on the ground as workers gathered remaining decor.
A High Point, Thomasville and Denton Railroad employee was hospitalized with leg injuries after being struck by a falling steel piece at the Carolina Avenue crossing in Thomasville yesterday. Joel Allen Davis of Thomasville was taken to a local hospital around four p.m.
Officials of the Red Shield Boys Club outline a year of crafts, athletics, and entertainment. The crafts program includes leatherwork and woodwork taught by Exum, with model plane classes led by Underwood. Basketball and biddy basketball start next week, and a game room offers darts bowling and table games from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The library hours run to 9:30 p.m., with the exchange beginning the first week.
A damaged OCR note reports flooding at 12 51 on Smith Street address 527. No further details or witnesses provided.
James M. Warren, a High Point College junior, combines football presence with a passion for reptiles. He keeps numerous snakes and alligators, discusses safe handling, and plans to study law while promoting shows. He has worked with Ringling Brothers and other amusements and lectures locally through Sertoma and schools.
The Thomasville Jaycees finalize a two day polio fundraising drive with a Saturday auction at the Salem and Win Streets corner. Clifton Black and J. C. Jerman lead from 2 PM at the Clothing Company location, accepting donated household items, fur niture, clothing and more to support the March of Dimes.
Tax office here reports brisk activity as citizens line up to list holdings. Total listings lag behind last year and officials urge 6 to come in early to avoid end of month rush. Yesterday 3,941 were listed versus 4,109 last year, with 515 listings previously noted.
Crown Hosiery Mills Inc of High Point and ras firm won Army contracts for socks and hosiery goods. Crown Mills gets 134,950 for 500000 pairs while ras firm receives 80,940 for 300000 nylon reinforced socks. New York Quartermaster Procurement Agency oversaw over two billion dollars in military supply purchases last fiscal year.
Draft Board officials were attempting to notify three local men Henry A. Smith Charles Roscoe Little and Edward Eugene Jones that their questionnaires must be received at Draft Head Seer immediately or they will be listed delinquent and ordered to report at the next induction. The board also urged ROTC youths in North Carolina colleges to file new form No 44 indicating intent to stay in the reserves after graduation or risk automatic reclassification.
In Thomasville a 16 year old youth on Cramer Street escaped serious burns when the gas tank of his motorbike exploded in a rear garage. A spark from the ignition caused the blast. Fire Chief Loftin said the youth survived with singed hair and eyebrows.
Diana Simpson, mother of a four year old in Baylor Hospital after a severe beating, awaits trial on charges of intent to murder. District Attorney Leon Douglas said the case details include Simpson admitting drinking earlier that day. Judge Jesse Owens set the district court date with Robert Dale Simpson, the stepfather, present.
High Point truck driver Hughene Wood employed by J P Stephens Company was indicted by the Harnett County Grand Jury for manslaughter in the December 3 collision that killed Loman Evans. Civil suits totaling 100000 have been filed.
Preliminary work with insurance adjustors finished in the investigation of the fire that razed Dick Culler's Sporting Goods Shop on North Main Street and a beauty shop on December 26. The stock was nearly a total loss, with only a few items saved beneath the shelves.
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