Anniversary Observed as First Reformed Church Marks 30 Years
Lexington January 27 The First Reformed church celebrated its 30th anniversary and Dr J C Leonard’s 30 year pastorate with 17 founding members. Current membership 605 and Sunday school 741. Dr Elmer R Hoke of Catawba College delivered the sermon. Leonard, a leading minister, has declined calls to larger churches and may remain as pastor emeritus after active service.
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Seven Students Gain Tau Beta Pi Honors at UNC
Chaptel Hill January 27 seven students in the University School of Engineering were tapped for Tau Beta Pi. The honorees are Doc C Thurs ton Clayton John Andrews Robert E Hubbard Giles F Horney Rankin J White Howard F Chrisco and Raymond J Ruble. The ceremony followed a speech by R S Phillips research engineer for the American Portland Cement Company.
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Swiss Council Sets 1933 Limit on Hotel Building
The Swiss Federal Council extends the operation of a law prohibiting hotel construction outside cities with populations exceeding 100000, effective through the end of 1933.
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Radio Schedule Messy Fragment Teases Daytime Programs
An OCR filled page lists varied radio programs across dozens of stations. Entries show times such as 6:00 and 8:00 with hosts, orchestras, and network repeats, but the text is garbled with many station call signs and overlapping notices, indicating a busy, chaotic broadcast day with numerous affiliations and programs.
Two Additional Rural Schools Closed in Kentucky
Lexington January 27 It is learned that two other rural schools Davis Townsend and Silver Valley in the same district were closed last week for four days due to bad county roads from recent snow and rain. Linwood school had already closed earlier for similar reasons.
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Rural schools endure bus disruptions reducing attendance
The county reports that several rural schools continue but face lower attendance and efficiency due to interrupted school bus schedules. Students rely on buses to reach different schools, and the gaps affect overall schooling in the area.
New Drug Store Opens In Lexington
Lexington firm The Jones Co opens its doors at the Leonard Block corner of West Center street and Court Square. J B Jones, longtime local druggist, serves as manager of the new drug store.
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Train Weathermen Set Up National Weather Forecasters School
Washington activity by aviation agencies leads the Department of Agriculture to establish a weather forecasting school. Trainees will study in Washington and then be assigned to airports nationwide to assume forecasting duties.
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Last Armour Leaves Armour & Co as Director Resigns
Philip D Armour the last Armour linked to Armour and Co resigns as first vice president after directors decline his bid for the presidency. The Chicago meat packing firm ends a family era as the grandson and namesake leaves the leadership.
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Glorifying Yourself With Cold Showers And Baths
The piece extols cold showers and cold-water baths as a wake up and beauty aid. It argues cold exposure can boost energy, mood, and a sense of superiority, while noting not everyone tolerates the shock and offering variations with hot and cold routines for gradual adaptation.
Enjoy Mid-Winter Watermelon Feast in Lexington
Numa Hinkle and family from the Welcome section of the county hosted a winter watermelon feast. They produced a well preserved melon kept from the previous season, still said to retain the summer fruit’s delicious taste.
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New UNC Auditorium Nears Opening in Chapel Hill
The University of North Carolina foresees the completed auditorium opening soon, replacing Memorial Hall torn down last spring. It will host large public gatherings, with Confederate dead tablets placed in the lobby and stage area. The first event is a Spanish dance recital by Carola Goya on Friday February 6.
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Three Minute Relief From Grippy Aches
An advertisement claims B-C provides fast three minute relief from grippy colds. It promises quick fever reduction and nerve rest in minutes, tackling headaches sinus pain neuralgia and body aches with a safe non narcotic formula.
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Recital by Madam Goya Featuring Spanish Dances
Madam Goya will present a recital featuring dances from Spain’s provinces with her own creations. She will be accompanied by Spanish music by De Falls Albeniz and Granados.
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First Western Steamboat Orleans Sets Record Voyage
The first western steamboat was the Orleans with a 100 ton capacity. She embarked on her maiden voyage in 1812 and traveled at about 3 miles per hour.
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