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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1946
Page
2
Showers and scattered thunderstorms move through North Carolina today and tonight with diminishing activity Friday. Temperatures will be higher than normal today, then cooler air settles in later Friday as the system exits.
A continuation item lists exemptions for livestock owners and slaughterers under a wartime order, detailing conditions when exemptions apply and noting tightening of related restrictions. It mentions prior revocation on December 29 and references the agriculture department. Also briefly notes medieval pain remedies like mandra gora Indian hemp and opium.
Washington March 28 Congressmen widen the lobbying probe to cover federal bureaus and Democratic Party leaders. House Rules Committee members say the investigation could reach Postmaster General Robert E. Hannegan and other administration officials, expanding beyond professional lobbyists to pressure tactics in legislation. The plan, originally a five member panel, was approved for House action with Sabath to amend the resolution before floor consideration.
The column notes the big three nations Russia Britain and America nearing a decisive clash on vital questions. It reflects on European observers seeking a more positive stance by the trio and the hope that firmer talks could ease tensions and avert a new global conflict.
Fred Rose Canadian parliament member and communist was committed for trial on charges of imparting official secrets to Soviet Russia. His $10,000 bail was canceled and he was ordered to prison until delivery according to law. Rose’s lawyer offered no defense at the appearance before Judge Rene Theberge, who had found a prima facie case at a prior hearing.
The ongoing war crimes trial nears its four month mark as prosecutors pose a highly delicate question to the tribunal, continuing during page one coverage.
Margaret Blank, von Ribbentrop’s former secretary, testified that a sealed envelope containing a German Russian secret agreement divided eastern Europe, including Poland, and brought from Moscow by the Nazi foreign minister in August 1939. She said she was charged with keeping the pact secret and was allowed to testify after a private tribunal session amid Soviet objections.
Gen Rudenko states attempts by von Ribbentrop and Rudolf Hess to bring the Moscow August 1939 treaty into trial were provocations. Alfred Seidl argues only two copies existed, one taken to Berlin, and asks the Soviet delegation to submit the original agreement and Molotov testify if denial persists.
In Johnstown Pennsylvania an item notes a vari colored egg design on metric art owned by B. F. Buman of Stony Creek, reflecting Easter season’s approach.
Rev W W Sears spoke on Folks That Ive Preached To at the Rotary meeting, detailing reaction patterns within congregations from absenteeism to loyal members. D A Long Jr presided and S L Pollock arranged the program, with visitors P C Smith and Bill Horner.
A mass rally for Thomasville Chair company employees will be held at Thomasville high school on April 2 at 7 30 p m. Labor leaders will explain employee rights under the national labor relations act and how to work with management through collective bargaining. Frank P Graham is hoped to speak. CIO leaders outline plans for textile hosiery and furniture workers and fund regional organizing.
On March 28 a Tokyo report states the Japanese cigarette ration will rise from three to five daily on Mondays. The Japanese monopoly bureau cautions that a further increase may take two to three years due to land now being allocated to food production.
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Herbert A. Nelson of the National Association of Real Estate Boards warned on a radio address that government subsidies slow housing. Senators and CPA officials clashed over a new order restricting construction to aid veterans, among attempts to redirect billions from existing building to new homes.
New York reports a moderate decline in early stock market trading with several names listed as down including American, Packard, Socony, Boeing, U S Steel, Chrysler, Chesapeake, and Electric Power. Potatoes markets show weak demand and steady old and new stocks. cotton futures rise, with May to October prices around 27.20 to 27.18.
Salable hogs 6 500 total 13 000, active and steady with ceilings at 14 85 for good and choice barrows and gilts 14 10 for sows. Cattle salable 5 000 calves 800, trade active and steady with steers and heifers 10 15 cents higher for select killing quality, top steer 17 75, bulk 15 25 17 25, best heifers 17 00, bulk 14 00 16 25, beef cows 10 50 12 75, heavy sausage bulls 13 50 down, dealers mostly 16 50 down.
Stockholm reported a six percent cut in bread and flour rations to conserve grain for war-torn Europe. The move will save about 50,000 tons of wheat and 22,000 tons of rye already purchased in America, with relief distribution controlled by authorities. U S milk output reached a record 122 219 000 000 pounds in 1945.
At the United Nations, Iran’s ambassador Hussein Ala called the situation explosive while the Soviet representative Gromyko, citing rejection of his proposal, left the Security Council. Lange of Poland said the Soviet envoy merely abstained, not left the council. The council adjourned with only limited discussion possible until Friday.
Washington March 28 A one half billion dollar bill to develop a national network of airports appears headed for early enactment. The measure would authorize 500 million dollars in federal funds to be matched by state money over seven years, with both houses required to approve within weeks.
Funeral service for Rev. Rupert Lee Clinton retired Methodist minister who died at his home on Rt. 5 High Point will be conducted from Wesley Memorial Methodist church in High Point Friday at 11 o'clock Rev. Paul Hardin pastor will officiate Interment will follow in Floral Garden cemetery Body was returned to the home this afternoon at 1 o'clock.
Mrs Adeline Brown Nelson died suddenly Monday at her daughter’s home 205 Julian Avenue. Funeral services were held yesterday at Bethany M Church near Worthville with Rev. Ferrell and Rev. Bill Cincaid officiating. Choir, piano by Floyd E McNeil. Pallbearers Coy Walker Jim Klass C P Creasman Dewey Lyndon C P Pittman Roy Byerly. Flowers by Miss Pauline Walker. Interment in the church cemetery family plot.
Blockade may follow if new suggestions fail. Alongside economic sanctions, France proposed allied ministerial talks on Spain via diplomatic channels. It also urged practical steps to restore democracy in Spain after the denunciation by the U S Britain and France. Reduction of US and UK diplomatic missions in Spain was urged to a minimum.
The Guilford County Board of Commissioners sitting as the Board of Equalization and Review will hold its final session of 1946 in the Courthouse Greensboro on April 1 at 10 A M. The taxation committee will report after investigating complaints filed. Taxpayers may file in writing with Tax Supervisor T R Short. complaint forms available at Greensboro courthouse and High Point county building.
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