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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1937
Page
2
Generally fair weather across Carolina with partly cloudy skies and warmer in the north central area. Winds from the west and southwest near the coast. Tonight and Wednesday overcast with a few scattered showers possible along the coast and inland areas.
Mrs. Callie East, 70, wife of Sewell East and well known Lexington citizen, died Sunday night. Funeral services held this morning. Native of London Tennessee, survived by husband and three children Guy East Columbus Jo Harry Fast Lexington and Mrs. Victor Sandberg. A brother Dr R A K Athens Tennessee and sister Mrs Vesta Brunson of Ta Ga are also named.
The article notes Amtone as he lay in state and Jolt greeting the train bearing the body across the continent. Miss Harrow will not be late. the coffin will be closed.
An ad touts Dr Thomas Rx 157 as a safe pleasant weight loss method claiming rapid fat loss. It mentions no dinitrophenol or thyroid use and promotes purchasing through Mann’s Eckerd’s and other drug stores with a money back guarantee.
Private funeral services are set for 11 a.m. tomorrow with interment plans pending. The starlet known for Hell's Angels rose to fame after appearing as the platinum blonde in 1928. Harlean Carpentier Harlow, who worked with Clark Gable in Sara toga, had three marriages and faced tragedy including Paul Bern's suicide. she lived with her mother and was commonly called baby.
The Pacific Coast Magical association gears up for a High Point gathering next week with Cary Fleming among attendees. A. Coke Cecil, local organizer, says registrations pour in for what may be a record International convention in the history of the group.
Governor Clyde Hoey awarded state diplomas as part of the graduation ceremonies. The 15 member athletic council, approved by trustees, includes newly named graduates Sexton and A. G. Floyd of Raleigh. Bill Sullivan Sr. of Greensboro was reelected. Honorary degrees went to Dr. Whiteman W. Garner of Washington and Dr. Morgan.
The annual alumni luncheon was held in Swain Hall with Dr. Frank P. Graham, president of the greater university, delivering the address. The event showcased the university’s ongoing degree ceremonies and alumni engagement.
A list of cases disposed of in municipal court appears from The Enterprise docket. William Long, violation of prohibition law, four months on roads suspended for three years on payment of costs. A Pool, operating car intoxicated, $50 and costs and not drive in state for one year. Albert Bennett, larceny, 60 days on roads. Sue Hipps, larceny, four months in workhouse suspended for three years. Henry Moseley, prohibition law violation, $5 and costs. J W Story, disorderly conduct, not pros with leave. Margaret Atkins, disorderly conduct, judgment suspended if she stays away from Finson Ballard. W C Burger, disfiguring license plates, dismissed. O Neal Coletrane, reckless driving, costs. D A Jackson, reckless driving, costs and damages. Rebecca Miller, disorderly conduct, dismissed. Noah Tyson, prohibition law violation, costs two larceny charges not pros with leave. William H Darnell Jr, reckless driving, judgment suspended.
Seven states report Republic Steel plans against CIO affiliates as officers move Pullman cars to a South Chicago plant to house non striking workers after Mayor Kelly cites health and housing violations. The South Chicago plant, site of a recent deadly riot, faces scrutiny amid police allegations of lawbreaking in Chicago.
The North Carolina Merchants Association outlines stricter sales tax rules for two years starting July 1. Merchants must keep fuller records of invoices and sales, avoid tokens for fractional tax parts, and face penalties up to 100 percent if records are inadequate. Exemptions and building materials rules also shift with new reporting requirements.
Contests in divisions B and C began on the closing day of the eighth regional meet of the national band association at Winthrop college. Sebring high school of Florida won division A, with Charlotte and Lenoir high schools following. West Palm Beach led division D, with Rock Hill and Kings Mountain close behind.
Barton county officials hunt thieves in southwestern Kansas junk yards for the loot from two Civil War cannons pried loose from their concrete bases in Pawnee Rock park.
The Cashatt school board says Mr. Cashatt will continue as principal as the 30 day statute of limitations has passed and he was elected. Patrons met to form a committee to present to the county board of education amid concerns over discipline at the school.
A delegation of patrons reports that Jashati is dropping several teachers from the school, detailing tensions over staffing changes and educational direction.
Dr. Walter J. Hughes a Negro physician with the state health board began a series of health lectures aimed at reaching about 6,000 Negro school teachers and others. He said Negroes across the state are growing more health conscious and responding positively to efforts on their behalf.
Pauline Shaffner age 12 daughter of Mrs Bertha Shaffner died at 311 Burton Street Sunday at 2 30 am Surviving is the mother Funeral services planned for 3 pm tomorrow at the residence with interment in Green Hill cemetery
North Carolina farm youths aged 18 to 25 will attend a four day conference at N C State College to discuss rural life issues. L R Harrill 4 H club leader says the gathering serves those too old for regular 4 H work but not reached by adult groups.
Thomas Telford designed and built the first major suspension bridge spanning the Menai Straits in North Wales, completed in 1826. The landmark connected mainland Britain to Anglesey and showcased early engineering prowess.
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