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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1928
Page
2
Six men robbed the Helzberg diamond shop near police HQ in Kansas City on May 3, disarming patrolman Homer Lucas. They looted 280 diamond rings worth about 17800 dollars, forced staff to lie down, escaped in a car that outran two patrol carloads and was later found abandoned under the 12th street viaduct.
The article argues that a fifteen minute rest before lunch is the most refreshing break during the first warm days, emphasizing its value for housewives seeking rest.
The defense opened with a challenge to the validity of a check alleged in a fraud case. Medalie argued the check was false because Clara Blanche Knapp did not work for New York State during the period on the check or any other time, and Florence E S Knapp knew the representation was false.
Tokyo reports undisciplined southern troops looting and firing from houses in Tsunanfu with little optimism for the situation. Dispatches say Chiang Kai shek has lost control of his troops.
Ray Street Parent Teachers Association members will meet at the school at 7 30 PM Friday. Miss Theresa Danshill of the state health department will deliver the principal address and all members are urged to attend.
Hon. W. C. Hammer of North Carolina will deliver the literary address at Southmont school on May 9 as part of Davidson County commencements. Rev. Louis Entzminger of Longwood Florida will give the commencement sermon at 3 oclock Sunday afternoon, following a revival series at First Baptist Church led by the Florida minister for ten days.
Durham May 3 Dick Ferrell a local steel worker who survived three gunshots believes luck is with him. He attended a land sale yesterday and won a closed automobile among several prizes to draw buyers.
Washington May 3. The House approved a motion to strike the first section of the McNary-Haugen relief bill, signaling a possible defeat of the equalization fee. Debate raged as lawmakers awaited today’s session to determine if the setback was temporary or decisive for two years.
Washington May 3 Senator Reed of Missouri disapproved Wilbur Legette of California proposing a third party if Governor Smith of New York is nominated. In a telegram to Josephus Daniels Reed said he would continue his own campaign and urged a clear prohibition stance at Houston. Legette proposed Daniels as second on an independent ticket with Reed or Borah as president.
Senate debates tax reduction as Republicans push a $200 million limit while Democrats seek a $325 million cut. Core dispute centers on the corporation tax with a proposed one percent cut from 13 to 12 percent and retained graduated rates for small corporations.
Fifteen gas stations in five Piedmont counties North Carolina may be padlocked for a year or more if federal suits succeed. Judge Hinyes signaled use of padlocks to curb liquor sales at stations. U S Attorney F K Gavin will file the actions. Counties named include Rowan Davie Cabarrus Stanley and Davidson.
Raleigh editor Josephus Daniels expressed no concern about Senator Jim Reed supporters urging him to run for vice president of a third party. He said his only hope to wrest government from privilege and corruption lies in a Democratic victory and will support the Democratic nominee at Houston, replying to Reed's manager via telegram.
Lieut Royal V. Thomas circled over Roosevelt Field in the Reliance seeking a new endurance record of more than 53 hours. He carried a radio, drugs, food and 480 gallons of gasoline while hoping the plane could fly itself as he slept. The flight is financed by the American Association for the Advancement of Aeronautics.
Michael Arleen, a novelist, and his bride Countess Mercati left the Villa Fioratina after declaring they are through with society. They fled amid 300 Riviera guests and moved into a new home to begin housekeeping away from publicity.
Delay RALEIGH May 3. Construction of a hard surface link across what is known as the mud. The note indicates a project start may be delayed due to conditions and planning updates. Officials discuss funding and completion timelines, with emphasis on access improvements for surrounding communities.
North Carolina officials report the C and N W railroad will not fund an overhead bridge across its tracks at Newton. Highway Commission attorney Charles Ross said the town must take steps against the railroad to proceed with the project. Governor McLean begins a four day inspection cruise of the eastern fisheries aboard the Atlantic visiting Ocracoke Hatteras Roanoke Island and other points in Pamlico Sound.
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