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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1940
Page
10
J W McCorkle a farmer from near Kernersville captured first prize in the egg show held during the nine county poultry short course at the old West End school building in Winston Salem recently.
The Agriculture Department informs about 130 000 AAA members and many local party leaders to refrain from active election campaigning under the Hatch Act. Washington memo notes several are rural committee members and that 70 000 others nationwide must also avoid political activities. Violations could trigger discharge. A separate note mentions paleontological exploration in Cuba.
Practical Q and A on preserving piano strings in damp weather by using a light bulb for warmth. Tips to revive slightly sour cream with a pinch of baking soda. Salt solution to clean and prevent yellowing of wicker furniture.
Heavy rains drive torrents over the Waalbank Weir in South Africa with a discharge around 2,500,000 gallons per minute. Authorities report actions against a Cuba linked coffee smuggling ring as part of wider enforcement.
Durham March 2. Dr Clement Eaton Lafayette College historian wins $1500 Duke University Press centennial prize for Freedom of Thought in the Old South. Book from Duke Press surveys Southern life from Jefferson to Calhoun and the pre war liberal and conservative currents.
Mrs A M Shipman celebrated her 100th birthday at her Salem Virginia home with close relatives from Roanoke and the city. A lifelong Latin student and revered community member she has taught many Roanoke College students and remains active in Salem Presbyterian Church. Normal shopping hours in Britain will be restored until 9 p m Saturdays and 8 on other nights through the summer.
A Q and A on hosting meals with exact meal times plus guidance on ruled paper letters and how to eat a half grape fruit. The hostess may set meal hours, guests should be punctual, ruled-paper letters are for intimate friends, and a half grape fruit is eaten with a pointed spoon.
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