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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1937
Page
2
Weather notes indicate cloudy conditions in the Carolinas with showers possible tonight and Thursday. Winds along the coast from Hatteras to Jacksonville remain moderate and shifting.
In Burga w case defense witnesses challenge key prosecution statements about a furnace and the crime scene. They describe a bad reputation surrounding a principal witness and recount how the elder Paul was reportedly cremated to obtain farm proceeds.
A river bottom walker plans to search the White River in Tennessee seeking a water monster. The expedition may uncover new campaign issue details while he works through the mud.
New York stocks showed gains in aviation shares as demand cited stronger new business for several firms. General Motors recovered modestly after an initial drop while steel steadied. bonds remained weak and grains and cotton moved irregularly. Foreign currencies faced pressure with the franc and pound sliding.
Radio plans to revive Shakespeare with a Greece drama influence as sign language productions loom. Grumblers anticipate the start of the broadcasts and the use of mikes.
Japanese and Chinese forces clash along the Hopeh Chahar axis as Tokyo declares war on China. Chinese troops reportedly recaptured Nan yuan and struck rear areas while Peiping defends the capital amid a 30 million dollar wartime appropriation.
At a press conference the day after Rep Rankin accused the board of conspiracy with communists to wreck southern industries. High Johnson called the board a one sided pressure group. Senator Nye said the public sees it as an adjunct to John L Lewis committee. Roosevelt notes claims the board favors industry and weighs possible strengthening of the Wagner Act to make unions more responsible.
The article lists numerous North Carolina river and harbor projects financed by a federal appropriation. It names locations such as Beaufort Inlet Edenton Harbor Pamlico River Cape Fear River Wilmington Winyah Bay and others with specific funding amounts for each, plus general examinations surveys and contingencies. The long roster covers inland waterways from Beaufort to Jacksonville and coastal harbors including Morehead City and Belhaven with totals in the thousands.
High Point Red Sox finish the series with a Sunday win at Willis Park after taking the second game 5-4. They totaled 10 hits and 6 runs while Durham Black Sox had 7 hits and 3 runs in the deciding game.
Frances Carroll Leach of Ramseur, a blind student at the Raleigh School for the Blind, delivered a speech titled One Step and Then Another at St Mark's M B B church. He sang Whispering Wind and Stand Still Jordan, accompanied himself at the piano, and plans further study despite blindness.
Rev G Tredwell of Louisberg visited his ill sister and preached Sunday at the A M E church. The Young Peoples club hosts a lawn party at Gentry Owens home on Hoover street Friday at 8 pm with refreshments and music and a small admission.
Mrs. Margaret Whittaker of St. Stephen's A. M. E. Zion Ushers Board was elected delegate to the Usher's convention in Durham from August 30 to 32. Other local families planned trips include Mrs. Ella Hoover returning from Winston-Salem and Mrs. Mattie Saunders with grandchildren traveling to Baltimore then New York City.
The Senior Usher Board held a box supper Tuesday in the church lecture room. Ordination services are set for Thursday at 8 pm with Rev. P. B. Bynum of New Zion Greensboro delivering the sermon and Rev. J. E. Melton of First Calvary Baptist giving the charge. All church deacons will be ordained. Friday features a strictly religious educational musical exhibition by Prof. W. G. Hynes with moving pictures of ministers and churches and the life of Christ. Mrs. Hynes, Prima Donna Gospel singer, performs. small admission charged.
The High Point Red Sox and Concord game scheduled for Thursday has been postponed due to unresolved conditions. No makeup date announced yet.
Personal friends report Mrs Lucille Johnson is confined to her home at 1220 Downing Street due to a foot injury. The note indicates her limited mobility while she recovers locally.
The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to submit a redrafted court bill with a unanimous report and move toward quick session wind up. Administration leaders press to keep Congress in session to push Roosevelt program items, while Barkley hints at extending daily sections to speed action.
The Greensboro city council voted not to bid on the old post office site for $50 400. Council members urged moving the library elsewhere and favoring Main street beautification and grade crossing elimination. A joint library board and Chamber committee will seek a new site while routine matters including street taxes and hydroelectric project expenses were discussed.
United States Senator F. Ryan Duffy of Fond Du Lac Wisconsin gains support from Postmaster General James A Farley who urged Democrats to back Duffy for reelection after praising his loyalty to the Roosevelt administration Farley said Duffy is entitled to reelection though he did not claim the President would necessarily back him.
The speaker emphasizes that capital rights are respected while labor sacrifices for the common good. He argues wage earners deserve shorter hours, better conditions, and wage stability as a barometer for advancement. He calls for labor cooperation to expand industry and notes the national organization’s appreciation.
In a 1937 NEA Service piece doctors advise scalded milk and boiled bottles, careful weaning timing, and sun avoidance for infants in heat. Keep toddlers out of direct sun, use minimal clothing, bathe to prevent prickly heat, and seek medical advice when needed.
Norwalk Calif July 28 George de Vries wealthy dairy operator declared he would sell his 1000 cows and go fishing before joining the Committee for Industrial Organization. The de Vries dairy has faced four days of picketing in a unionization drive. Mrs Carla de Vries, the owner's wife, is accusing in the milking.
The South Piedmont district meeting of the North Carolina Teachers Association will be held in Charlotte on October 29 and 30. Teachers from 14 counties in the district are expected to attend.
The present state officers and membership highlight strong dues and a pledge to pursue a constructive course reflecting Gompers philosophy. The federation notes more dues-paying members today than ever and states officers were to be elected later today.
In hot weather digestion weakens and causes gas belching heartburn and irritability. Symptoms include coated tongue bilious complexion and sluggish strength. Take Calotabs the improved calomel compound tablet for prompt relief and balanced action.
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