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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1940
Page
13
A reader recalls Earl of Birkenhead's 1930 World in 2030 predicting remote presence via wireless tech, jet age flights, and xenogenetic birth. The essay notes forecasts now unfolding, including rejuvenation, synthetic rubber, artificial silk, and debates on women's social value and maternity.
City officials study the 1940 1941 budget with the $1.50 ad valorem tax rate kept as a constant. Street assessment revenues of $200 000 will be pared down and electric revenue seen as stable despite lower rates. Salary adjustments and department budgets likely to be tightened to fit revenue projections.
John Breeze, a noted auto enthusiast, rejoined the sales team at Main Motors after a period away. His return strengthens the dealership’s sales staff and expertise in cars and customer service.
Dr. J. R. Highsmith a University of Pennsylvania DDS graduate opens offices at 124 North Main Street. He has postgraduate training at Blockley Hospital and clinics with Dr. Peso and Dr. Grittman in Philadelphia. He belongs to Xi Psi Phi and Edward Q. Kirk Dental Society and has ties to North Carolina and Florida dental groups.
Rex Ehlers, head of the Buick firm, announced yesterday the return of Mr Breeze to the local Buick agents. Breeze brings many years of selling Buick cars and has rejoined the firm after a period away.
Joe F. Hoffman a High Point druggist declares candidacy for re election to the Guilford Board of County Commissioners subject to the May Democratic primary. Incumbent Rosan Co Causey also files for another term. Hoffman served two terms since 1932 and filing deadline is April 13.
Spector office records show only 14 construction permits issued last week totaling 2243 dollars. Listings include Davidson to Potts Street two-room frame, Tryon Street pantry enlargements, and various repairs ranging from 14 to 350 dollars across 12 properties including residences on Lindsay, Arch, Taylor, and Denny Streets plus a two-car garage on Long Street.
The High Point Order of De Molay plans a group church visit today for DeVotional Day. Members meet in front of the Presbyterian Church on North Main Street at 10 45 a m for the service with Dr C C Williamson delivering the sermon. all High Point DeMolays are urged to attend.
The Chamber of Commerce campaign in High Point kicks off Monday at 8:30 AM with a breakfast for all members at the Sheraton Hotel. Ed Mendenhall and Noble T. Praigg chair the general sales division, Charles F. Carroll Jr. is principal speaker, and J. W. Poole presides.
Service Craft Engravers, High Point's newest engraving concern, has opened at 342 North Wrenn Street under J. R. Steele. Steele brings 15 years in engraving and offers newspaper engraving, fine screen work, line work and etchings plus art services in a fully equipped shop.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold their annual election of officers Monday night. Other matters of importance to veterans will be taken up at this meeting. The meeting will start at 7 30 and a large attendance is expected.
Mrs. Grace Sloan Overton of Ann Arbor Michigan will present a Clinic in Marriage and the Christian Home at Wesley Memorial Church starting Sunday April 7. An internationally known authority on marriage she has written several books and taught at Missouri Wesleyan College and Columbia University among other roles.
High Point political observers report unusual calm in state campaigns. Except for Rupert Pickens entering the Legislature race, activity centers on John Caffrey for Congress. Greensboro rivals and Guilford Democrats weigh endorsements and county unity as leaders seek to avoid county-city bitterness.
From 225 participating schools 39 high schools won both debates in the state wide triangular contests and will advance to the Aycock Memorial Cup final at the university April 18 and 19. The list of winners includes Allen Jay of High Point and R. J. Reynolds of Winston-Salem among others.
The North Carolina Division of the International Association for Identification will hold its quarterly meeting in Rocky Mount on Wednesday morning. Allan V. Brewer will preside in the recorder's court room, with Special FBI Agent D. C. Hostetter delivering the principal address on Firearms Identification. The meeting is hosted by Police Chief J. R. Thomas and welcomed by Mayor J. Q. Robinson and City Manager L. B. Aycock. a barbecue will be served at lunch.
At a Greensboro Guilford County Republican meeting 150 delegates were chosen for the state and congressional conventions. The debate over endorsing a county audit and survey led by the Guilford County Better Government Institute ended with a motion to quash the idea, as leaders warned it could embarrass local Democrats.
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