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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1938
Page
5
W L Brien Jr of the Social Security Board in Teensboro issues guidance to protect seasonal part time workers from benefit loss. He urges recording employer names and wage earnings, keeping a single Social Security number, reporting all wages, and securely storing the account number for future protection.
Thomasville, June. Clark B. Brown owner operator of a Lexington filling station will be tried in Masville municipal court Friday on a liquor violation. He was arrested Saturday night when stopped for questioning and found with 48 half pints of liquor in a false bottom of the bed of his car and an automatic pistol on his person.
Summer session for the Woman’s College of the University of North Carolina opens today and will run through July. Details on enrollment and courses are expected to be announced by the college.
New York notes recount Billy Rose debuting a lie detector on Broadway at his theater cabaret. Guests tested their truth amid marital tension, with the device sparking jealous questions and lingering headaches. Also includes Parisian cafe ambience and a playful soda fountain description.
In Thomasville municipal court on Monday Dennis W. Wood and Moses Bradley, both of the Thomasville Chair company, pleaded guilty to falsifying unemployment benefit claims. Judge C W Gilliam sentenced each to 30 days on the county roads, suspended on payment of costs and two years good behavior. The 1936 act imposes fines up to 50 dollars or 30 days, or both, for false statements to obtain benefits.
Henry M. London said 14 candidates filed for the August 2 law exams as of June 8 and the June 15 deadline nears. He noted a likely rush in the next week after 193 took tests last August.
Joe Gould of New York corrected his birthday after discovering Aug 6 is his actual date, not Aug 14, while applying for a passport to England. The mix up affected his 42 year birthday celebration.
Milan dispatch reports Il Popolo D Italia rebukes Hull for urging humane war conduct in Europe and cites U S kidnappings. Il Tevere calls Hull a charlatan and urges the United States to stop kidnapings and lynchings before humanizing war.
Raleigh June 8 Frank W Hancock showed surprising strength in Saturday's primary. He carried 17 counties including most in his fifth district and extended into neighboring counties. Support from key local papers and strong get‑out‑the‑vote organization helped his inland and coastal gains.
The state administration kept hands idle at the senatorial primary with Clyde Roark Hoey able to swing but ensuring neutrality. Reynolds won Cleveland County by about 100 votes in a total around 11 000 ballots.
The piece contrasts judges named by the governor with opposition from solicitors ignored in appointments. Walter J. Rowe defeats McDonald backed Valetine, while Herbert Leary and Everett Thompson illustrate canvassing strength over legal prowess in swinging unfettered votes.
Zeb V. T. defeated Con Johnston in the Iredell house race. Johnston ranks among Raleigh's most capable legislators, praised for his long service and strong leadership.
The wage and hour bill is cited as a key issue in the tenth district contest. Four years ago Major T L Bullwinkle defeated Ham Jones by about three to four thousand votes, and this Saturday Major A L Bullwinkle beat Jones by a narrow margin in the latest race.
In McKenney On Bridge, William E. McKenney details a declarer who encounters unexpected difficulties at the table. He overcomes the problems through careful analysis of the held hands and strategic play.
Chicago reports that Robert Nixon, 18, confessed to the 1936 hotel room rapes of Miss Alda Deery and Miss Virginal Austin, affecting Thomas McCall who was jailed for the same crimes. Police say Nixon’s statement appears true and prosecutors may seek McCall’s release if verified.
East gains a slim chance at a three no trump contract after an opening lead. The narrative details East's decision to play a low diamond then a spade, forcing South to reveal clubs and hearts, culminating in a line that risks the jack of diamonds doubleton. Rubber None vulnerable.
In a one heart opening, East overcalled two hearts. South bid clubs with North supporting. East bid four spades doubled by South. The play features a stunning defense to defeat the contract with all vulnerable.
William Frank Johnston Jr of Statesville drew a three month sentence in Thomasville municipal court on three charges of passing worthless checks. He testified another man had been passing bad checks in several North Carolina towns and admitted using checks for Baywood hotel Ideal Lunch and Thomasville Tire and Battery Co.
North Carolina and federal staff will deploy 5830 beetle traps across 22 counties this week to determine the scope and damage of the Japanese beetle. Traps will span from Wilmington to Asheville with quarantines around Winston Salem and Greensboro. Over 1000 beetles were trapped last year, prompting inspections and certifications for plant shipments.
Denver amateur Eddie Held will be first to tee off in the National Open at his home club Cherry Hill, marking a local start to the event with a standout local competitor.
In a narrow contest, Major Bulwinkle defeats Ham Jones amid wage and hour debate, with turnout just under four thousand votes.
The piece notes former Agriculture Commissioner W A Graham aiming to return to Raleigh unless a Republican upsets the anticipated results. It mentions a decisive state senate victory by an opponent in Lincoln.
Mrs. Artillie Carolina Smith 71 prominent Randolph County citizen died at her home in Camp's Mill Ramseur after a long illness. She is survived by husband J H Smith six daughters and four sons. Funeral services set for tomorrow at 2 p.m. at Union Grove Christian Church with interment in the church cemetery.
Anson resident E. Thomas faced challenger WU B. Blalock who won by nearly two to one margin. Blalock's victory shifts local leadership following a tight campaign.
Rumor places Joe Plythe as the favored candidate for a senate seat in Mecklenburg County with local support seen as solid though unconfirmed. The report notes Plythe’s long association and steady backing within the county political circles.
J A Bolich a veteran railroad engineer won sufficient votes to force a runoff with Virgil Wilson while McDonaldite Virgil Wilson failed to gain a majority. In Wake two incumbents Arch Allen and Bill Hatch cleared the field as Charlie Park and Clarence Mitchell fell short of a majority.
In Liege Belgium Maria Petitjean known as Widow Beckers faces murder charges in Assize court for the poison deaths of eleven she cared for. Prosecutors plan to call 294 witnesses while she denies guilt claiming innocence amid allegations of profit from the fatalities.
In Pelham New York congregants of the 106 year old Christ church may attend Sunday services in picnic and beach costumes and may bring golf clubs and tennis racquets. Rector Rev Edward Thomas Taggard says it cannot be considered a desecration of the Sabbath to enjoy wholesome recreation.
A foul ball near St. Marys field triggered a fire alarm box. firefighters interpreted the incident as a run scored in the Pueblo game. The alert prompted a fire ladder response as part of the scene.
A board resolution outlines a comprehensive water and sewer facilities plan for the Archdale-Trinity Sanitary District including mains, hydrants, meters, connections, septic tanks, wells, tanks, and a pump. Estimated total cost is 171223.58 dollars with 77040.61 grant anticipated from the Public Works Administration and 95000 dollars in serial bonds.
In Belleville Illinois Mayor George Remnsnider postponed his fish fry after hearing fish were plentiful in a nearby Carbonale lake. He later hosted a dinner for the council and city workers and returned with a four inch fish.
The Town of Stoneville invites sealed proposals by 3 p m June 15 1938 for water and sewer works including sections for pipe and valve materials manholes hydrants and two deep wells plus an elevated tank. Bid bond five percent, plans cost 15, and specifications held by the town and engineer.
Foreclosure of a deed of trust on parcel in High Point Township Guilford County North Carolina securing Peter A Clifton and Eleanor Clifton. Sale at public auction in front of High Point Municipal Building on Friday June 17 1998 at 11 50 AM. 5% cash deposit required. Trustee Thos W Sprinkle Attorney. 5 256 1 8 15
Trustee Thos W Sprinkle will auction in front of High Point Municipal Building on June 17 1938 at 1130 am a parcel in High Point Township Guilford County North Carolina described as Lot No 4 Block A 350 by 150 in Edana D O Burns Resubdivision recorded in Guilford County records. Foreclosure follows a deed of trust dated December 3 1934 by A G Good and Lenora Good to the Association.
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