Durham Typographers Vote Against Umstead Succession
Members of Durham Typographical Union No. 125 wired Kerr Scott to oppose William B. Umstead’s bid to succeed J. Melville Brough. The telegram, signed by 21 members led by James T. s president and R. C. Mat secretary, accused Umstead of lacking public support after the primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tham
Ers
Durham
Kerr Scott
William B. Umstead
Duris
J. Melville Brough
James T. S
R. C. Mat
John Hancock’s Signature Led the Declaration’s Adoption
John Hancock signed first as president of the Continental Congress at the time of the Declaration of Independence adoption. His prominence marked the ceremony with his name at the top of the document and set a lasting example for signatories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hancock
Continental Congress
Pharmacist Helps Man Return to Health in Quiet Talk
A pharmacist in a busy morning prescription room advised a man with possible venereal disease to seek medical care. He explained risks, noted no safe OTC cures, and urged professional treatment, ultimately restoring the man’s health, family, and utility to society. This quiet exchange was the day’s biggest sale in impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parke, Davis& Company
Detroit
Michigan
Employer-Employe Plans Product of New Firm Here
A local firm introduces customized profit-sharing and retirement plans for employers seeking tax efficient benefits. The company, since December 1948, operates in High Point and Jacksonville with Greenville planned, serving 11 firms and over 5,000 employees. President Adton N Smith II notes plans draw on purchasing from multiple insurers to minimize costs. Linwood Smith of Adams-Millis reports improved retention and employee security with $1,100 average credits for 1,500 eligible workers and over $1.5 million in life insurance funded by the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
High Point
Jacksonville
Fla
Adton N. Smith, II
Charlotte
James Grey
W. Page Harris
Council of
Smith
Employer Benefit Plan Incorporated
T. Linwood Smith
Adams-Millis
Linwood Smith
Local Businesses Highlighted On Page One B
The item lists many local firms including Shine Laundry Taylor Simpson Horton Furniture Red Cross Albert’s Jewelry Lee’s Millinery Diana Richardson Wood-Armfield Jarrett’s Stationery. Mrs G Fluke of Akron Ohio found a dollar bill in bread. A note suggests adding a few spoons of milk or butter to reclaim overly salty foods.
New Simple Pregnancy Test Promises Accuracy and Ease
A newly developed pregnancy test uses intramuscular injections of estrone over five days. If menses fail to occur within 24 hours after the last dose, pregnancy is indicated, but the method requires regular periods and good health.
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Ham Printers
Yose Umstead
Hancock
Roy H. Vestal
Vestal
Route 5
Nellie Elizabeth Tehart
Ct Alexander's
Shopping
China
Girl Scout
Agency
ITY Materials
Toys & Games
Alxander's Jr
North Main
N. R. Craven
J. W. Gordon
Treas
King
Features Syndicate, Inc
North Dakota
Ber
Rjoye
Pearlicue
Joyce
Wormen Ris
Jayce
South Main ST
N. Main St
Grady A. Snow, Prop
Lindale Dairy Corporation
S. R. Clinard Farm
8. R. Clinard
Route One
Oak View
Clinard
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