Automobile Show Planned as City Seeks Big Stage Event
A four day automobile show is announced to stage in the city next week. Separately a New York syndicate offers 268000 for the current post office site at South Main and East Commerce, 200 feet on Main and 120 feet on Commerce, aiming to erect a ten story building. The government plans a new post office on a tract of 200 feet by South Main and South Wrenn through East Green, with construction to start soon after a 400000 appropriation last year.
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South Main
East Commerce Streets
New York
O. R. York
York
South Main Street
Commerce
East Green Street
Postoffice
Treasury
George 8. Simonds
Washington
Congress
Regular meeting of High Point Chapter No 70 Masons
A regular meeting of High Point Chapter No 70 of one Arch Masons is scheduled for Friday night at 7 30.
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High Point Chapter No. 70
One
Arch Masons
Legion Plans Drum and Bugle Corps
The Andrew Jackson post of the American Legion started plans last night to form a drum and bugle corps, with Fred W. McPherson named to lead fundraising for instruments and gear. Local Legion members pledged substantial funds and supported the plan, following examples set by Charlotte, Gastonia, and Greensboro posts. Bruce H. Carraway reported bonus loan checks for 209 local veterans approved, with 168,000 dollars in loans to be received locally today and tomorrow from veterans bureau officials.
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Andrew Jackson
American Legion
Legion
Fred W. McPherson
Legionarres
Charlotte
Gastonia
Greenson
Bruce H. Carraway
Washington
Veterans’ Bureau
The Three Hardest Metals Known
The article states that the three hardest metals known are nickel, cobalt, and manganese. It notes these elements for their distinct properties and applications in industry and technology.
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Nickel
Cobalt
Snow Falls in March Snow Storm Across High Pointers
A three inch snow fell as Old Sol battled the snowy conditions for over an hour then the sun caused slush on sidewalks and streets. Ground warmth melted the snow quickly at first, but by daybreak it reached three inches with deeper drifts in spots. The March snow recalls the 1926 storm of 20 inches, though this fall did not match its depth.
District Officers Guest At Local Business Club Dinner
Dr. W B Kinlaw governor of the second district of American business clubs and Joe Powell district secretary, both of Rocky Mount, were guests at the Elwood Hotel dining room. Kinlaw outlined plans for the year and urged attendance at the national convention in Oklahoma City. Powell spoke on district work. Charles W McAnally introduced them. President John T Moffitt announced the club sold its 100 Good Will air tour tickets for March. Attendance prize went to Arthur E Fiddler.
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W. B. Kinlaw
American Business Clubs
North
South Carolina
Georgia
Joe Powell
Rocky Mount
American Business Club
Elwood Hotel
Greenville
D. C
Powell
Charles W. McAnally
John T. Moffitt
Arthur E. Fiddler
Bids Extended By College Groups At High Point
Three sororities and the number of fraternities at High Point College extended bids to freshmen and upperclassmen who entered in the second semester. Dean P. E. Lindley announced the list of students and formal invitations. Bidders have 24 hours to choose and report by 9 a m tomorrow. Initiations are planned for a month later.
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High Point College
Chapel
P. E. Lindley
Ant Colonies Harbor Half Million Inhabitants
Ants typically form vast colonies and in some cases reach populations around half a million. The statement notes the remarkable scale of these societies and suggests such large colonies are not unusual in termite or ant life.
High Point to Host First Major 1931 Auto Show
The Stephens Tabernacle on South Main hosts March 11 to 14 North Carolina and regional dealers present the state’s first big automotive showcase of 1931. Cars from New York and eastern shows will be exhibited amid refined mechanical displays with entertainment each afternoon and evening.
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High Point
Stephens Tabernacle
South Main Street
North Carolina
High Point Enterprise
New York
North
South Carolina
Virginia
Tennessee
G. Fox Marshall
High Point Debaters Victorious In Free Trade Clash
Dwight Davidson and Clay Madison of High Point College defeated Emory and Henry debaters H. B. Johnson and H. R. Parker in Roberts Hall in a spring debate opener. The season continues Friday with a three college triangular on free trade featuring Guilford and Lenoir Rhyne. Judges were R. E. Snow Charles Spencer and Dr A B Conrad.
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United States
Dwight Davidson
Clay Madison
High Point College
Emory and Henry
H. 8. Johnson
H. R. Parker
Roberts Hall
High Point
Guilford
Lenoir-Rhyne
Edward Blair
Wilbert Braxton
John Morgan
Kenneth Lyons
P. 8
Kennett
Hickory
R. E. Snow
Charles Spencer
A. B. Conrad
Special chutes for heavyweight pilots tested at Kelley Field
Kelley Field Texas reports the design of special parachutes called super parachutes with a 28 foot diameter versus the 24 foot standard. Eleven flyers weighing over 180 pounds must use these new chutes according to the design group.
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Kelley Field
Tex
Jeffress and Burrus Fail To Get Schools Supreme Court Books
State senate blocks Rep Jeffress bill after Guilford College would receive Supreme Court reports via house action. Burrus and Powell oppose state funded distribution unless law teaching. Horton and Burrus urge broader inclusion, amendment fails.
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Jeffress
Burrus
Supreme Court Books
Supreme Court
High Point College
State Senate
J. T. Burrus
Guilford
Horton
Meggtre
Senate
Fort Wayne Airport Provides Rooms for Overnight Pilots
In Fort Wayne Indiana pilots forced to stay overnight at the airport receive a furnished room with beds dressers and smoking sets and all needed equipment. Meals are available nearby.
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Fort Wayne
Ind
Jamestown Man Praises Natex Relief After Long Illness
W R Ingram of Jamestown North Carolina, a Oakdale Cotton Mill employee, reports Natex gave rapid relief from indigestion, rheumatism in legs, and constipation. He says beans are now tolerable, sleep improved, and energy restored, endorsing Natex and urging others to see the agent at Mann's Drug Store, 1058 S Main St.
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Natex
W. R. Ingram
Jamestown
N. C
Oakdale
Mann's Drug Store
S. Main. St
Mann’s Drug Store
S. Main 6&T
Seek Return of Check Flasher
Chief of Police E A McGhee left for Harrisonburg Virginia to aid in extradition of T L Hilderbrand a traveling salesman wanted for issuing worthless checks. Hilderbrand allegedly obtained 325 dollars from J A Clinard real estate dealer after a revival meeting creating two drafts for 150 and 175 dollars before fleeing. Prosecuting Attorney J A Myatt expects the charge to be changed to obtaining money under false pretenses when heard in High Point municipal court. Accompanying the chief were Policeman Sam Crowson and W C Folger secretary treasurer of Clinard Folger Real Estate.
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E. A. McGhee
Harrisonburg
High Point
T. L. Hilderbrand
Hilderbrand
J. A. Clinard
J. A. Myatt
Chief McGhee
Sam Crowson
W. C. Folger
Clinard
Clinnard-Folger Real Estate Company
No Opponents Appear At Charter Public Hearing
With no opposition at the charter bill hearing the measure to create a new city charter for High Point advances after a favorable Senate committee report. Representative C. M. Waynick confirmed he supports an eight councilman layout with mayor and partisan primaries, framing a future House action as local officials push for a policymaking city government.
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High Point
Raleigh
Senate
Senate Committee On
House
House Committee
C. M. Waynick
Enterprise
Waynick
Thomas Turner
Burrus
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Radio Service Co
N. Wrenn &T
Tri-City Motor Express Lines
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Tri-City Motor Express
B.C
J. E. Black
Knox
Cannon-Fetzer Co
Emory Henry
MR. W. R. Ingram
Piedmont
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E. M. Knox
O. Arthur Kirkman
James B. Lovelace
Garland Daniel
Rupert Pickens
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