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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1958
Page
5
Attorneys for Greensboro blacks are granted until August 15 to reopen the suit seeking to stop the city from selling the Lind swimming pool and to prove alleged city purchaser collusion. The motion concerns extending time and reactivating the integration lawsuit in Middle District Court.
In Charlotte the mid-80s heat sparked a switchboard alert as ice formed on Fourth and Graham after pipes under the road from Atlantic Ice and Fuel Co froze. State patrol dispatched a car, traffic directed for 15 minutes while crews cleared the slick.
Raleigh AP says North Carolina field crops showed progress or held steady in the week ending July 26. Tobacco, cotton, hay and sweet crops are noted in the weekly crop report from the North Carolina Crop Reporting Service.
Under state law guards could not fire their weapons as misdemeanor prisoners escaped, prompting review of custody procedures and safety protocols.
A. Stokes King of Charlotte district becomes assistant Carolina general Bell manager at Raleigh and will succeed King here. Ned E. Huffman moves from Winston-Salem to take over Mann’s Winston-Salem post, while J. H. Mann becomes Gastonia district manager and David C. becomes Charlotte district commercial supervisor succeeding Mann.
Greensboro AP North Carolina savings and loan associations posted a 17 percent rise in net savings for the first half of 1958. John A. Fogarty, president of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Greensboro, said 143 associations reported new savings of 146.817 million dollars, withdrawals of 93.279 million, leaving a 53.538 million dollar net increase. The six months of 1957 showed savings of 45.892 million.
Rev. Theodore H. Leonard of Philadelphia told a missionary conference at Lake Junaluska that the church faces a world of nuclear giants and spiritual infants. He warned against political loyalties that hold stronger sway than Christian principles, saying he is not as frightened by H bombs.
North Carolina firemen balloted for new officers at the closing session of their association's annual meeting in Lumberton. Also on the program was the presentation of the association's man of the year award to Donat of Raleigh, secretary once Gold.
Flint hosts the 10th world pipe smoking championship over the weekend with about 75 to 100 entrants from across the United States. Contestants light their pipes and keep smoking. the last man puffing wins. Previous records include Max Igree’s 125 minutes and Harold R. Soden’s 70 minute effort.
The United States and four non-Arab Baghdad Pact members plan to recognize Iraq's republican government after a delay. Iraq did not attend and may withdraw from the alliance. Britain, Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, and a US observer weigh the pact’s future, including headquarters and leadership changes.
University of Arizona second baseman James L. McConnell died from a heart shot after a confrontation with three youths. Pitcher Lionel Romero and freshman Michael Longo were wounded. Reginald Smith and Mobray brothers were treated for injuries. Police investigate weapon possession and motives.
An Advert for Reader's Digest August issue features a leading counselor explaining why marital problems often arise from unknown marriage demands. It emphasizes real obligations and how couples can align expectations before tying the knot.
A 50 year old poolroom operator James Alvin Hewitt surrendered to deputies in Newton after being charged with raping a 14 year old girl in Alexander County. Hewitt was taken into custody at relatives home and pended over to Alexander officers the next day.
In Chicago the Rev. Dr. Theodore A. Gill, editor of the Christian Century, denounces familiar phrases like Jesus saves and God is love as hollow from overuse. He spoke to 200 ministers at McCormick Seminary urging restraint and authenticity in preaching while noting no one is a pure spirit.
The Port of Spain Trinidad venue claims the largest Chinese restaurant in the Americas. Local crowds, sustained service, and a landmark status define the eatery and its regional appeal.
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