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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1959
Page
1
Washington reports the redesigned Lincoln penny is lopsided yet still in circulation. The old coin remains cockeyed after 50 years, while rumors claim the new issue has blunders and will be withdrawn. Some collectors fear the coin’s value and hoard large quantities.
Senate speeds a 48.354 million dollar authorization for civilian space efforts as Lyndon B. Johnson notes a larger next year request of 485.3 million will be delayed until a special investigation concludes. Senator Symington leads a space subcommittee reviewing the plan.
North Carolina legislators introduced bills authorizing sterilization to curb illegitimate births. The proposal would empower the State Eugenics Board to order sterilization for women with two or more births. Dr Rachel Davis of Kinston led the sponsor list, citing a welfare and education survey.
Sen. Mike Mansfield urged a four power guarantee for Berlin to counter Khrushchev proposals. He said West Berlin independence with UN guarantees could be considered. Fulbright called Khrushchev timing a variation of an old theme and uncertain what will be stated next.
Four men were arrested in connection with a bank theft involving seventy two thousand dollars. Mamie Eisenhower, returning to Washington from a Phoenix health resort, said the trip gave her a good rest and she lost about five pounds.
Police in Massapequa New York arrested a plumber an insurance salesman a blueprint developer and a tavern owner after they admitted taking part in a bank robbery Monday in which about 72000 was stolen.
British Foreign Secretary Lloyd and French Foreign Minister Couve de Murville joined Prime Minister Macmillan and President de Gaulle in Paris for a three hour discussion on Berlin and central Europe arms reduction. The talks produced a "great measure of agreement" with De Gaulle remaining cautious about arms cuts.
In Raleigh AP report Gov Hodges marked a routine day with a surprise birthday cake during coffee break. Office workers sang to the governor, described as an active robust leader who sets a brisk pace for younger colleagues.
In Raleigh the House will consider a daylight saving time bill by Rep. Tom Turner. Rep. Phil Whitley noted a subcommittee deal on penalties for damage to public buildings and a panel chair indicated the measure moved to a Senate committee. The proposal, from Rep. Valentine, seeks penalties for certain offenders and was reported out of the Health Committee with a favorable vote.
Raleigh downtown boulevard opened in 1955 now carries 31 000 vehicles daily at its busiest section, more than Charlotte Graham Street and Fayetteville Bragg Boulevard, despite expectations for the state s largest cities.
A dramatic narrative charts the moments before Jesus is betrayed, detailing the Garden of Gethsemane, the silent city, Passover reflections, and the crowd gathering near the Golden Gate. The piece notes Judas's thirty pieces of silver and references Roman coinage.
Greensboro AP report identifies 61 year old Harry J. Slanter of Route 1 Liberty as the victim in a two-vehicle crash two miles east of Greensboro. Tractor driver Evin F. Taylor of High Point, 44, was not charged. Slanter allegedly traveled on the wrong side on Highway 70 East when his pickup struck Taylor’s tractor trailer around 3:45 a.m.
West Berlin mayor Willy Brandt rejected Khrushchev's plan for Soviet or Big Four troops to guard West Berlin as a free city. He said the form was unacceptable but could start negotiations. The proposal aimed to prevent a Soviet occupation expansion and came after an East Berlin rally.
Austin AP report notes State Rep. James V. Adams of Mount Pleasant proposed a bill to allow an open season on mink running loose. He argues mink are fine in coats but problematic if roaming freely.
In Miami a 41 year old woman and John A Walker 25 a preacher were booked for conspiracy to murder Hugh Gurley 45. The plan included a $100 down payment for a $1 000 murder and Walker took over Gurley finances after meeting the couple at a revival.
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