Miss Ebelein to Wed Zimmerman in July in Washington
Engagement announced for Miss Infred Virginia Ebelein of Lexington and Herman W. Zimmerman son of Dr and Mrs R A Zimmerman of Arcadia. The wedding is planned for Saturday July 23 in Washington D C. Miss Ebelein is a Lexington High School and business course graduate employed at Lexington Hardware Corporation. Zimmerman is head of the Lexington police department's investigation division and is studying fingerprint work in Washington this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zimmerman
R. A. Zimn
Arcadia
Lexington Police Department
Zimmermen
Washington, D
Bride Miss Sowers Hosts Center Street Party
In honor of her sister Mrs War Hewitt and a recent bride, Miss Sowers hosted a Center Street party. High score prize was cut glass to Mrs Smith. consolation was miniature vases to Miss Emily Benning. The hostess Mrs Hewitt received printed china from her wedding palm as the evening ended, assisted by her mother.
American Legion Auxiliary Holds July Meeting
The American Legion Auxiliary met Monday evening at the legion hut for the regular July gathering hosted by Mrs. Richard Davis Mrs. Silas Everhart and Mrs. Lawrence Walter. Reports from committees were given and Mrs. Layden was elected delegate to the national convention in Los Angeles. Gifts were planned for the boys at Oteen and refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Hut
Richard Davis
Silas Everhart
Lawrence Walter
Hoatesen
Davis
Minnie Layden
EverBirt
Winston-Salem
Laden
Los Angeles
Oteen
Loyal Workers Picnic At First M. E. Church
The Loyal Workers class of the First M. E. church held its annual picnic on Monday evening at Mr and Mrs Luther Leonard’s home. Guests gathered on the lawn and enjoyed fried chicken country ham and accompanying accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
Luther Leonard
Trees and myths about pruning and tree care
The article debunks myths about tree treatment and pruning. It explains improper ideas about insect control with paint, grafting fruit on trees, mutilating trees, and nails in trees, then outlines proper protective coatings for pruning wounds and the need to recoat large wounds. It notes pruning in February and emphasizes professional pruning for many trees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Sun’s Peak Heat Shifts From July to August Across U.S.
The article notes the United States warms fastest around July 1 due to high sun exposure, but the hottest days occur in August as the ground stores up heat. It explains the lag between peak solar input and peak air temperatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Seventh Book From Dr. G Ray Jordan Set for September
The Round Table Press of New York will publish Dr. G Ray Jordan’s seventh book in September titled Adventures in Rat Living. The Winston Salem pastor’s work argues religion is a daily, vital experience and targets both laymen and clergy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Round Table Press
New York
G. Ray Jordan
Centenary Church
Winston-Salem
Charlotte
Greensboro
High Point
Asheville
Jordan
Calvary
Dr. Jordan
Mrs Van Dusenbury Hosts Daughter Phonda Gale Birthday Party
Mrs Van Dusenbury entertained Saturday afternoon at 3 to 5 o clock at 304 Carter Street for her daughter Phonda Gale celebrating her first birthday. Guests included Peggy Lyerly Betty Kerr Rhonda Miller June Whittington Mary Frances Thompson Hetty Koontz Dickey McDowell Fletcher Cooper and Rhonda Dusenbury. The dining room display featured summer flowers and a small white birthday cake with a pink candle. Each guest received a decorative favor and the honoree received many gifts.
Portuguese cooks tease statue of patron saint after bad dish
In kitchens, cooks chastise the patron saint figure perched on the shelf when a dish fails. The ritual reflects cultural humor and kitchen superstition even in modern times.
Randleman Church Groups Hold Monday Meetings
In Asheboro on July 14 the M E church Philathea class hosted a back lawn Pilgrimage supper with Gerald Ford leading hymns for Dr H P Powell birthday observances. Presbyterian women’s circles met at Worth and Fayetteville streets with devotional guides and mission discussions.
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Randleman
Asheboro
R. P. Sykes
Worth Street
Philathea
M. E. Church
Gerald Ford
H. P. Powell
Charles McCrary
The
Presbyterian Church
Dan Smith
Della Adkins
C. G. Smith
A. J. Hughes
Frank Shields
Will Lewallen
Fayetteville Street
Harris Birkhead
James Neely
Ervin Ray
Vance Welborn
Sally Paties
Jewel Kearna
Beatrice Meappie
T. C. Howard
Fannie Tyson
Missionary Miss Euline Smith Visits Local Family
Miss Euline Smith on leave from Korea arrived Tuesday to spend several days with her sister Mrs. Harris Coffin. She will be joined by Mrs. Coffin and Alice Coffin and the group will depart soon for Hamlet for a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Euline Smith
Korea
Harris Coffin
Coffin
Alice Coffin
Hamlet
High Point Show Forecast Signals Strong Furniture Demand
The High Point market expects a robust furniture season with a mix of Eighteenth Century and American Modern styles. Exhibitors from 8. H. Tomlinson foresee heavy September demand, rising orders, and improved styling across regions. Special cabs will shuttle buyers between Tomlinson’s building and market venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casey
Chicago
Tomlinson
High Point
Powerse: Market
All Wines Do Not Improve With Age
A wine that is indifferent at first often deteriorates with time. The statement notes aging can worsen quality for some wines rather than enhance them.
Family keeps thriving on modest railroad foreman’s pay
Albert O'Dell, section foreman on the MKT Railroad, and his wife raise 16 children on $1356 a month in 1930s era times. They farm hogs chickens and a truck garden to cut costs while the two older sons work for the railroad. The family stays healthy and united with shared chores amid a busy household Radio noises help quiet the background.
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Oklo
Albert O'Dell
MKT
O'Dells
U. S
O'Dell
Katy Section
Grover
Edgar
Harold
Tulsa
Cash
Question Column Seeks Marjorie Mansfield Advice
Readers are invited to send questions to Marjorie Mansfield via The Enterprise for her column. Letters will be answered in upcoming editions in this advice feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Mansfield
Dear Miss Mansfield A Mother's Plan For Bored Adolescent Quarrels
A mother asks how to handle two teenagers vying for the car and different entertainments. The adviser urges setting aside time for rest and recreation, outsourcing household duties, and creating a balanced schedule with work and outing plans to reduce boredom and irritability. Firm discipline alone won’t solve it. give adolescents purposeful activity and rest.
New Cafeteria At Market Now Ready
The Southern Furniture Exposition building basement hosts a new cafeteria to open with the market tomorrow. Operated by the Junior Service League for the ninth year, the dining room serves 100 at once with modern facilities. Food is prepared by league members and served 11:45 am to 2 pm Monday through Friday during the two market weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Furniture Exposition
Southern Furniture and
Junior Service League
League
Idle Hands and Family Roles for Working Mothers
The passage argues that mothers bear most burden when both parents are employed and urges fathers to involve sons in part time work and companionship. It suggests boys should help with chores and that active housework is not disgraceful for a family football star who can polish floors and wash dishes.
Perplexed Mother on Child Rearing and Housework
A fragment reflecting a concern that dividing housework into three leads to shared tasks, urging against idleness and bickering among children, and noting the burden on mothers. The text conveys social norms about domestic labor and family harmony.
Youths Embrace Chore Draft for Family Outings
The passage suggests children may grumble about chores but will accept being drafted to help because it leads to pleasant family outings and quicker time passing, likely causing them to contribute willingly.
New Summer Term Opens at High Point College
Registration for the second summer term at High Point College starts tomorrow under Dr. C. R. Hinshaw. The term runs to August 26 with courses in biology geography education history religious education physics art and music. The education department offers a new curriculum building course. About 10 or 11 students are expected to complete degree requirements this term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
C. R. Hinshaw
Canton Bans Short Skirts To Prevent Distractions
In Canton China the authorities outlaw short and slit skirts to avoid distracting drivers and reduce traffic accidents. The ban targets provocative attire claimed to draw motorist attention away from the road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
China
Scent Discrimination Among East Indian Natives Questioned
A historical inquiry asks whether East Indian natives possess a keen sense of smell capable of distinguishing European footprints from those of their own race. The claim, presented as a curiosity, notes observational difficulty and broader implications for scent and identity.
Union Services Tonight At Wesley Memorial Church
The third in a city union series is held tonight at Wesley Memorial church with Rev. Hoy L. Fesperman of First Evangelical and Reformed delivering What Is Your Business. Music includes an organ prelude and choir items by the Wesley Memorial. Next Sunday the service moves to First Baptist with Dr. C C Williamson of First Presbyterian as preacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Memorial Church
Hoy L. Fesperman
First Evangelical and Reformed Church
High Point
English Motor Company Moves to Willowbrook Corner
English Motor Company, new Ford and Lincoln dealer, relocates from East Commerce and South Wrenn to West Commerce and Willowbrook. The upgraded building previously housed Geo. W. Low Bulock agency and features a large display room and fully equipped repair shop. The firm also runs the service station across the corner with paint and body refinishing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English Motor Company
Ford and Lincoln-Zephy
Ths
East Commerce
South Wrenn
West Commerce
Willowbrook
B Ie
Geo. W. Low Bulock
Ford
Rug Weaving Superstition Supposes Final Piece Brings Misfortune
A remark notes that Navajo rug makers avoid completing a rug in total detail, believing a perfect piece may be the weaver’s last work. The belief reflects a superstition among the craftsmen about unfinished perfection.
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Miss Ebelein
Lexington
Herman W. Zimmerman
W. P. Lee
Guy Omas
Parktreet
Wilson
Hel- Beck
Leon Rains
Fred C. Sowers
Mra
B. F. Green
Charles Sink
P. A. Myers
Mra. 8
D. Swaim
Roxie D. White
Guilford College
Anna Green
F. C. Thomas
Ocean Drive
Colonial Inn
Myrtle Beach
van Dusenbury
A. K
Tinny Sou Gass
Washington Street
Methodist
J. L. Stokes
Missionary Society of the First
M. EB
Stokes
Reginald Turner
Don MacGlebon
NBA
Tia
Ramona
Lucille
Albert O'Dells
Cushing
Olela
Greta Mae
Luellie
Aan
Ila
Henry
Robert
Marjorie
Miss Mansfield
California
Roosevelt
San Diego
U. S. S. Houston
South America
Willowbrook Corner
Guilford Memorial Park
High Point Administration
Southern Railway System
Norfolk, Va
N. Y
Crescent
Norfolk
Chesapeake Bay
Ocean View
Virginia Beach
Old Point Comfort
Fortress Monroe
Blacksburg
Reidsville
Marion
Salisbury
Taylorsville
North Wilkesboro
Norfolk and
Virginia Seashore
H. D. Saunders
High Point, N.C
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