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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1934

Page

3

Building And Loan Annual Meetings Brighten Outlook

Local building and loan associations report year of 1933 steadiness and cautious optimism for 1934. Piedmont Building and Loan and High Point Perpetual elected officers and directors with George A. Matton and John W. Clinard continuing as presidents. Atlantic Building and Loan sets meeting for Monday. Mutual plans October gathering. Treasurers note 1933 maturities include 3080 shares totaling 308000 dollars with 91855 paid to non-borrowing stockholders and 216145 in notes cancelled.

Piedmont Building and Loan Association High Point Perpetual Building and Loan Association Atlantic Building and Loan Association The Mutual George A. Matton Piedmont A. B. Horney O. E. Kearns W. ©. Idol John W. Clinard High Point Perpetual D. A. Stanton B. F. Johnson Caldwell, Jr J. W. Clinard C. C. Edwards Hayworth W. A. J. Idol A. S. Parker A. Scott Parker, Jr Dred Peacock A. E. Tate F. N. Tate R. H. Wheeler Frank Wineskie Mr. Idol Piedmont Association Johnson High Point Perpetual Meeting Fred N. Tate T. W. Sprinkle

Turner May Go in Solicitorial Scrape This Year

John A Younce Greensboros George A Johnson and P V Critcher are named as possible rivals in the 12th judicial district solicitor race. Thomas Turner Jr may run if H I Koontz does not seek re election. The GreensborO seat covers Guilford Davidson Stokes counties.

Thomas Turner, Jr General Assembly H. I. Koontz Reenshoro Turner Eorge A. Younce Greens- 0 James A. Leon Lexington Gaston A. Johnson Point Municipal Court P. V. Critcher Gardner Guilford Davidson Stokes

W. A. Announces Several Meetings

The schedule lists a Sunday school at 9 45 a m at 815 South Main in the Industrial Workers hall. A minstrel group reheares Monday night and a meeting on Thursday includes entertainment and acts. Friday hosts a minstrel with no admission fee. Highland and Pickett workers meet Saturday with invitation extended to all.

Industrial Workers Associa H Hall South Main Highland Pickett Saturnight

Furniture Gain Shown For 1933 But Lags At End

The 1933 furniture year shows gains with 10.9% higher gross orders than 1982 and shipments up 13% from the prior year, ending with a larger backlog. Yet December activity was very light and employment fell from August levels.

Seidman

Organization of Southern Hosiery Association Formed in Asheville

The Southern Hosiery Manufacturers association is formed with about 125 mill operators attending a Battery Park hotel meeting in Asheville. T. R. Durham named executive secretary, headquarters in Charlotte, with officers including R. O. Huffman president and J. M. Berry vice president. The group aims to address southern labor and material needs while coordinating with the National Hosiery Manufacturers association.

Asheville Southern Hosiery Manufacturers Association Southeastern States Battery Park Hotel T. R. Durham Knoxville, Tenn Charlotte R. O. Huffman Morganton J. M. Berry Rome T. J. Wallner A. Straus, Jr Columbus Durham National Hosiery Manufacturers Association National Organization N.R.A South C. W. Gaddy Albemarne J. H. McEwen Burlington F. S. Wilcox Union

Guilford College Choir to Sing at Central Friends

The Guilford college choir directed by Prof. Max Noah will give its annual concert at Central Friends church next Sunday evening February 4 at 7 30. Now in its sixth season the choir performs unaccompanied and demands formal musical training for singers.

Guilford College Max Noah Central Friends Church Guilford

Hosiery Code Proposes Shifts Change Dropped by Officials

The hosiery code authority recommended new production controls tied to logging equipment while keeping 40 hour shifts for legging, sparking industry disappointment. Amendments cover Saturday work limits and wage standards for various shop roles, with doubts about overall production impact.

Code Authority

V F W and Auxiliary Plan Chicken Stew Meeting

High Point post No. 619 Veterans of Foreign Wars and its auxiliary will host a chicken stew at their hall on East Washington street Monday at 8 o clock. Following the meal brief addresses will be given by post members. All members and ex members are invited.

High Point Post No Veterans of Foreign Wars East Washington Street Post Auxiliary

Dr Joseph Spruill In Critical Condition At Burrus Memorial

Dr Joseph L Spruill superintendent of Guilford County Sanatorium remained in critical condition last night at Burrus Memorial Hospital His sister Mrs J P Perry of Hertford arrived to be with him

Joseph L. Spruill Guilford County Burrus Memorial Hospital

First Appearance of New Music Organization in Southern Institution

In 1929 the organization made its debut as the first of its kind in a southern institution. This year the program is divided into four parts and features compositions by J. S. Bach Da Palestrina Logovaky Gretchaninoff Christiansen Kranz and others.

Ance J. S. Bach da Palestrina Logovaky Gretchaninoff Christiansen Kranz

Miss Eleanor Paul Wins Prosperity Contest in Greensboro

Miss Eleanor Paul daughter of Mrs John N Paul of 1015 Sherrod street Greensboro won the Miss Prosperity title in the amateur production The Talk Of The Town staged by Gate City Shrine at Aycock auditorium Greensboro She polled 772000 votes with runner up Miss Juliette Brown at 557500 votes The prize offered a Terraplane Plymouth Chevrolet or Ford or cash and Miss Paul received the prize. She was guest of honor at a Shrine Temple party for the show’s performers last night.

Eleanor Paul John N. Paul Sherrod Street Aycock Greensboro Gate City Shrine Paul Juliette Brown Miss Paul Shrine Temple

President's Birthday Ball Draws Strong Local Interest

Preparations for the President's Birthday Ball at the Country club Tuesday show rising demand for tickets as High Point residents back the Warm Springs Foundation for Infantile Paralysis fund. Officials expect a large turnout with civic leaders invited as chaperones and a 62 candle cake to be auctioned for the fund.

Country Club Warm Springs Foundation Frank J. Sizemore American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Rotary Kiwanis Civitan American Business Washington Roosevelt Ous High Point Splendid Cause Civic Clubs Sheraton Elwood Enterprise

Judgment Tuesday Habeas Corpus Action Over Child

Mrs. Mattie Davis filed habeas corpus in High Point municipal court seeking return of her 19 month old child Geraldine from estranged husband Herman Davis. The case alleges the father took the child again and the judge reserved decision until Tuesday. The child is believed to be with the grandmother in Wilkes county.

Herman Davis Geraldine Mattie Davis High Point Wilkes County Lewis E. Teague

West Virginia furniture plant plan draws House opposition

The Public Works Administration funded $525 000 Reedsville West Virginia furniture factory proposal faces strong pushback from furniture men led by J T Ryan of the Southern Manufacturers Association. Critics warn government production would depress private industry and harm workers elsewhere while praising Mrs Roosevelt’s altruistic aim.

Public Works Administration Reedsville W. Va National House of Representatives Franklin D. Roosevelt J. T. Ryan Furniture Code Authority Southern Furniture Manufacturers Association PWA West Virginia Indianapolis Connecticut New York North Carolina Ickes

GWA to Stress Safety Program

Mrs Thos W Sprinkle a National Red Cross representative reports the Red Cross will train men on C W A projects nationwide with a first aid course in every North Carolina chapter. The High Point chapter led the state by hosting an instructor course with Bunn W Hackney and two local physicians guiding the training.

High Point Washington Thos. W. Sprinkle National Red Cross North Carolina American Red Cross United States Red Cross EB. G. Padgett C.W.A

Desks Shipped From Here To U S Embassy in Moscow

Unusual shipment of 80 crates of finished office desks from a local firm to the American Embassy in Moscow moved last week via the High Point Thomasville and Denton railroad. The car travels to New York under a U S government bill of lading, the largest from this city to Russia since relations resumed.

Moscow Soviets Union Russia High Point Thomasville Denton New York United States Washington

High Point observes Christian Endeavor anniversary week

High Point Christian Endeavor societies plan a week of special programs marking the 53rd anniversary of the movement founded by Dr. Francis E. Clark. Activities include Sunshine meetings, prayer services, alumni socials, plays, a birthday supper, and fund drives for the church building. Reverend T. J. Whitehead will speak. other churches host events.

High Point Christian Endeavor Francis E. Clark First Methodist Protestant Church Society C. E C. E. Society Christian Endeavorers T. J. Whitehead West End M. P Greensboro High Point College English Street Methodist Protestant Christian Endeavor Society C. EB. Society Welch Memorial Methodist Protestant Society Lebanon Methodist Protestant Society Central Friends Society Queen Esther Sara Jarrett Anna Mendenhall

Mrs. T. V. Kirkman Hurt In Jamestown Wreck

Mrs. T. V. Kirkman of Lexington suffered cuts to head and forehead when her car was forced into an embankment on the Greensboro High Point highway near the Ragsdale home in Jamestown. The driver fled and has not been apprehended. She was taken by Yow's ambulance to Burrus Memorial hospital for treatment and temporary observation.

T. V. Kirkman Lexington Greensboro High Point Ragsdale Jamestown Kirkman Yow Burrus Memorial Hospital Greensboro Mr. Kirkman

Winter Market Ends With Strong Show and Optimism

The Southern Farnite and Rug Market closed a record winter show with about 1350 buyers from a dozen states. Retail demand remained healthy, with little speculation and rising prices expected as lumber and manufacturing costs push furniture prices higher. Managers foresee strong southern support for the midsummer show July 16 to 28 and note lines not currently at the market showing interest in space. The final registration lists buyers and representatives from Virginia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, West Virginia, Ohio, New York, and North Carolina firms.

Bness Southia Paul W. Casey Cassey C. H. Frick Bassett Sam Motley Danville W. B Deshazo Martinsville Sherewood Forrest Norfolk C. C. Powell D. G. Powell Stuart Wade Gardner B. O. Hill Suffolk Hugh Sterchi Benson Paul Holshouser Concord Wene Green N. E. Sykes Graham W. M. Barker J. R. Shreves W. J. Wagger High Point R. C. Gentry D. E. Knight Madison W. W. Hodge Hodge Penbroke B. C. Marley Ramseur W. E. Harris L. G. Shell Roanoke Rapids E. T. Smith Raleigh Truesdale Lillian G. Welch Southern Pine Harry Miller Stoney Point B. B. Wagener Wagner G. H. Barbee M. V. Royal Winston-Salem

College Sophs To Hold Cabaret Dinner Tuesday

High Point college sophomore class announces a cabaret dinner Tuesday evening in the college dining room to benefit the class project. Tickets are sold by class members and city residents have bought some. The program features tap dancing and music by Jimmy Whitely and his orchestra.

High Point College Jimmy Whitely

Little Church Boy Laid To Last Rest

Funeral services for eight month old Glenn Church son of Mr and Mrs Glenn Church were held at the family home on English street at 2 pm led by Rev O L Ruth of Pilgrim Holiness church. Choir from Pilgrim Holiness sang Face To Face When They Ring Those Golden Bells Going Down the Valley. Interment followed at Oakwood cemetery.

Glenn Church English Street O. L. Ruth Pilgrim Holiness Church Oakwood Cemetery

Also Mentioned on This Page

Building and Loan Annual Meetings Koontz George A. Younce Crichter W. A Delphia von Co Dept St. Phila Reese A.J. Koonce Oonce OF Southern Hosiery Assn R. T. Amos New Group Huffman President T. BR. Rtute Guilford Choir Legger Curb V.F.W. and Auxiliary Joseph Spruill Greensboro Shrine SOVE Ryan HOUSE Mrs. Roosevelt GWA U. S DR. Clark Francis BE. Clark College Sophs
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