Thomasville blessed with excellent transportation facilities
In this concluding piece of a series on Thomasville growth, Brumfield details how the city’s railroads and highways shaped its economy. It covers the NC Railroad origins, the Old 97 train lore, the HPT&D line, paved highways, and the impact of roads and bus services on Thomasville’s development.
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Thomasville
Piedmont
John W. Thomas
North Carolina Railroad
Fairgrove
Thomas
Here
North Carolina
High Point
Lexington
Lght
Thomanville On
Aramount
Southern
Richmond
Denton
Arthur Kirkman
High Rock Lake
Winston-Salem
Norfolk & Western
Atlantic Coast Line
Seaboard Air Line
Norfolk Southern
Washington
Baltimore
Atlanta
Ty Cobb
Carolina Coach Company
Birthdays and commerce shape future transport in town
Commentary reflects on high speed travel and the rise of air transit as a possible future. The piece notes the community's role in driving progress through its daily commerce and mobility, whether by air or ground.
Two Charlotte Cops Suspended Over Jail With Injured Inmate
Two Charlotte officers Patrolmen R. E. Frady and E. R. Brigman were suspended after they jailed Armon Wilson on a drunkenness charge and he endured a broken leg without medical aid. Acting Chief Alex West cited lack of timely medical attention and proper care. The jailer J. F. Owens discovered the injury the next morning.
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Charlotte
Alex West
R. E. Frady
E. R. Brigman
West
Armon Wilson
J. F. Owens
Wilson
Campaign Along Han River Costs Chinese Troops Heavy Losses
Japanese reports from Hupeh Province describe 4,740 Chinese dead as battles along the Han River east shore persist. Japanese admit failure to cross the river near Hankow while attempting to push northwest. Heavy fighting continues on the Siao River front near 100 miles south of Hankow with encirclement efforts around Nanchang.
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Han River
Hupeh
Hankow
Siao River
Nanchang
Kiangsi
Siao
Wucheng
Poyang Lake
College to Host Dr John Rustin Youth Crusade Speaker
The Ministerial Association of High Point College announces a Youth Crusade featuring Dr John W Rustin of Mount Vernon Place Church Washington D C for two April evenings. Rustin, ordained in 1922, has pastored in Danville Salisbury and Norfolk and since 1936 leads Mount Vernon Place Church.
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High Point College
John W. Rustin
Mount Vernon Place Church
Washington, D. C
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Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Lee Roy Spencer
John Wesley
Aldersgate
Justice report hits judges in political influence study
Washington reports that the Justice Department says politics and bias often shape criminal court decisions more than scientific jurisprudence. A survey of 270 judges finds many had political roles, usually as prosecutors, and calls for more specialized training in behavioral sciences for judges.
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Washington
Justice Department
Department
Attoreny General Murphy
Political features of probation use threaten office
The report notes some officials claim frequent probation, even for deserving cases, could jeopardize their positions at the next election, highlighting concerns over leniency in accountability and political risk.
Bee-line machine installed at Welch Motor Company
The J. C. Welch Motor Company completed installation of a Bee-line machine said to be unique in the territory to straighten frames and axles. Franklin Briggs will direct the equipment capable of servicing cars trucks and large vehicles completing the shop's service offerings.
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Welch Motor Company
J. C. Welch Motor Company
J. C. Welch
Franklin Briggs
Fayetteville Hospital Receives $5000 Bequest
In Atlanta on March 25 a will filed for probate bequeathed $5000 to Highsmith Hospital of Fayetteville North Carolina. The fund is to create and maintain a room for poor persons as a memorial to the late Jackson Lee Prior husband of Rosalie Phillips Prior the Atlanta resident.
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Atlanta
Highsmith Hospital
Fayetteville
N. C
Rosalie Phillips Prior
Jackson Lee Prior
Perfect examples of streamlined bodies are raindrops
A concise observation compares streamlined forms to raindrops, noting efficiency and minimal resistance in nature's design. The note emphasizes the elegance of simple shapes and their practical effectiveness in real-world phenomena.
North Carolina weighs 1940 presidential options
North Carolina members of Congress monitor state sentiment for a 1940 Democratic nominee. Rumors place Secretary Hull and Postmaster General Farley as favored, with Garner mentioned and Governor Hoey cited as a possible favorite son. Farley’s strong local contacts and vote-getting skills are noted. Roosevelt's support seen as essential for any candidate.
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Washington
North Carolina
Hall
Farley
Garner
Clyde R. Hoey
Hull
Farnifold Simmons
al Smith
Solid South
Wever
Roose
N Carolina
Growing Demand to Relax Wage Hour Act Sparks Debate
Washington March 265 AP A push to relax parts of the wage hour act threatens to revive a major 75th Congress fight. Supporters want minor amendments while critics fear undermining key protections. Sixteen proposals target industries like packing houses and cigar making with clerical pay thresholds under review.
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