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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1941

Page

3

Masonic Officers Are Installed Here

New officers were installed at Numa F. Reid Lodge 344 Masons with Past master A. B. Goetze of Raleigh presiding due to illness of the district deputy grand master. The lodge charter dates to 1875 and its members support the Oxford Orphanage and the Masonic and Easter Star home in Greensboro.

Numa F. Reid Lodge E. T. Howard A. B. Goetze Hiram Lodge No. 40 Raleigh Goetze J. C. Turner J. Paul Williamson Robert C. Royals George A. Memory, Sr Donald G. Davidson Ernest T. Gregory Fleet Lewis Carlton T. Anderson Joseph G. Teague J. Exum Bellamy Enfield Grand Lodge of North Carolina Numa F. Reid Charles M. Gueth Royal Arch Masons of Oxford Masonic and Easter Star Greensboro

Salvation Army Band to Receive New Uniforms Soon

The 25 member Salvation Army band led by Major Vernon Carter will be issued full dress coats capes and overseas trench hats within about two weeks. The group will be available to civic and religious organizations and will stop outdoor concerts during very cold weather. The band performs sacred music and military marches at the Salvation Army Citadel on South Main Street.

Salvation Army Vernon Carter Carter Salvation Army Citadel South Main Street

Survey Finds Two Thirds U S Car Miles Linked to Business

A recent survey shows two thirds of total passenger car mileage in the United States is tied to business activity. The study highlights how work travel dominates annual driving as firms and employees rely on cars for commuting client meetings and field operations.

United States

Home Security Opens District Office In High Point

Home Security Life Insurance, based in Durham, opens a district office on the seventh floor of the Security National Bank Building in High Point. The High Point district will cover Asheboro and Thomasville with R. J. Jones promoted to district manager and J. R. Comer continuing as superintendent. Annam McDonald becomes full time cashier as the firm expects growth and a silver anniversary in 1941.

Home Security Life Insurance Company Durham Security National Bank High Point Bascom Baynes Asheboro Thomasville R. J. Jones J. R. Comer Anna McDonald Baynes C. B. Hobgood

Classes in Surgical Dressing at Adams Memorial YWCA

Miss Blanche Berrier, supervisor of surgical dressings for the local Red Cross, will teach a course at the Adams Memorial YWCA in rooms set aside for the purpose. Classes run Monday and Tuesday from 2 to 3 pm. On Wednesday morning Mrs. Howard Clark starts a standard first aid class for young housewives with several residents already enrolled.

Blanche Berrier The Red Cross Adams Memorial Y. W. C. A Howard Clark Emerywood Court Ecker

Interceptors Climb Quickly At 40 Degree Angle

Interceptor aircraft typically reach a steep climb, commonly approaching a 40 degree angle during initial ascent. Pilots emphasize rapid altitude gain to gain tactical advantage, with performance noted across various fighter platforms and test flights.

Local V F W Commander Discusses Enemies of Democracy

Radio audience can hear A C Ingram commander of High Point Post 619 speak at 7 30 p m on the Speak Up For Democracy campaign by the Veterans of Foreign Wars The program notes saboteurs of democracy within the United States and outlines their tactics and aims in a bid to teach citizens how to defend democracy.

Veterans of Foreign Wars United States V.F.W A. C. Ingram High Point Post No Ingram

Car operating costs fall 50 percent since 1926

The article notes a dramatic drop in car operating costs by half from 1926 to the present era. It highlights economic impact and broader affordability implications for motorists and households relying on automobiles.

Society for Trees Urges End to Shocking Topiary

By F. Thomas a letter laments widespread tree mutilation, describing a Norway Maple topped by a vandal. The writer urges public education on topping harms and supports licensing laws to curb unskilled, wasteful pruning practices.

Tree surgery board to curb unlicensed practice

A group of skilled tree surgeons across the state formed a board to examine applicants for a license to practice tree surgery. They aim to banish the tree butcher and other shade operators who prey on unsuspecting tree owners and serve the public with honest, high quality work.

North Carolina

Ole fields of East Texas employ about sixteen thousand

In the oil fields of East Texas there are employed approximately 16,500 workers. The figure reflects the large manpower needed to support drilling, production, and related services across the region's extensive oil activity.

East Texas

Drinking water costs New York twice gasoline for vehicles

The report notes that drinking water costs the str of New York twice as much as the gasoline used in its motor vehicles.

New York

Diamond Jim Brady Suffering Ulcer Pains?

Ad claims sufferers of stomach pains and indigestion can use Udga Tablets for 25 cents, promising refund if not helped. Mentions Diamond Jim Brady and links eating pains to ulcer symptoms.

Diamond Jim Diamond Jim Brady

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