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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1977
Page
29
The coldest temperatures in years reach High Point and beyond as a Snow ice mixture forms a crystal Washington Monument replica. An unknown builder created the sculpture found in a yard on Robin Hood Road near Kentucky Avenue.
High Point Urban Ministry and the Salvation Army received several thousand dollars in the past week as churches and individuals answered calls for aid during harsh weather. The Salvation Army collected 1337 dollars, while the Urban Ministry benefits include fuel oil, canned meats, and dry milk needs, plus furniture for fire victims. Both leaders praised the public response but urged continued support as cold spells continue.
Fowler Industries owner confirms Jamestown Tip-Top Bakery shut down after years of unprofitability and natural gas supply cuts. About 60 production workers idled, 25 office staff remain, with remaining plants absorbing shifts. Possible reopening if gas supply resumes and profitability improves.
Enterprise City Editor Forrest Cates reports city hall staying around seventy degrees or higher while Duke Power and officials respond to outages. Thermometer readings show 72 degrees in the city manager’s third floor suite, with the ground floor cooler at 70. Despite energy saving boasts, heat use rose 65 percent this year due to colder weather.
Nick Fisher chairman of High Point ABC Board denies reports that Wiley Ruth is a top candidate for general manager. He says Ruth has not applied and is not being considered. Fisher noted 30 applicants will be interviewed this Saturday with a decision next week.
State Sen. Rachel Gray supports ratification but faces limited mail pressure. Rep. Jim Morgan reports strong ERA backing from his county. A bill may authorize a statewide ERA referendum even as both lawmakers stay focused on committee work and assignments.
Enterprise staff writer reports that T A Poppe teaches working adults in Guilford Technical Institute's wood sculpture program. Students carve mahogany gum and maple using traditional tools, producing intricate pieces that rival professional art, with many returning for multiple six week courses.
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