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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1943
Page
10
Voters went to polls across 15 precincts to choose a city administration for two years. A noon survey showed exceptionally heavy turnout, with estimates approaching 7,000 votes overall, already surpassing the Democratic primary total of about 2,250. Republicans rally behind mayoral candidate Arnold J. Koonce as veteran workers for the Democratic camp mobilize.
An advertising blurb extols St. Joseph Aspirin as pure and safe and claims it is the world's largest seller at 10¢. The message urges demand for St. Joseph Aspirin with assurances of safety and quality.
The American Business Club promotes a Victory Garden drive offering War Bonds and prizes to register gardens with 50 cents. The article also covers local election politics, detailing Democratic and Republican tickets and expectations of split tickets and close results.
The High Point Community Concert Association begins its sixth annual membership campaign with a local committee handling details. Past seasons featured artists such as Bartlett and Robertson, Richard Crooks, Helen Jepson, and Pitigorsky. Newcomers may join if residing in or near High Point. dues grant attendance to at least three concerts.
A Court of Honor was held at Elm Street School for the High Point District of the Uwharrie Council with War Information certificates presented by Mayor O Arthur Kirkman. The Negro Court of Honor met at Cherry Street Presbyterian Church with awards across multiple troops and listed many Scouts earning first and second class, star and Eagle distinctions along with various merit categories.
The group expects fewer workers as members have left town are involved in war activities or limited by travel restrictions. They will rely on members to help recruit while concerts resume in warmer months. Headquarters remain in the Sheraton Hotel lobby from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with local committee members and Donlon accepting memberships.
The Enterprise hosts an election party tonight at 8 30 p m in front of the building on North Main Street. Results will be broadcast via loudspeaker and furnished to listeners as soon as dispatched to The Enterprise.
A. D. Grant today announced his resignation as controller of Tomlinson of High Point after five years. He will wind up affairs and stay on the board temporarily while considering future plans. Grant has long been active in local clubs and industry organizations including the Jary Club YMCA Community Chest High Point Woodworking Association and Southern Furniture Manufacturers Association.
Sixty five of seventy four High Point restaurants filed their April price lists as ordered by the OPA. Nine remaining eateries were ordered to submit within five days or be listed as willful violators of the Price Control Act of 1942. If a proprietor did not use a price list, a based list will be prepared. The OPA will use these lists to calculate ceiling prices for restaurant foods if needed.
The St Edwards Guild invites members to a regular monthly meeting at the Rectory on Wednesday evening. Attendees include Merritt and others listed with merit notes such as Benjamin Lawrence Hulu Bullock Lawrence Smith Jr and John Little.
Blake Thompson real estate man was elected president of the Civitan Club at a noon meeting at the Sheraton Hotel today succeeding Charles F. Risch. New officers include Severn Re gar vice president Edgar Hatcher secretary treasurer David T. Yow sergeant at arms Frank Smith corporal at arms Horace Haworth and Dr Phillip Flagge Silas Casey as directors. Mrs Horace Haworth spoke for the Junior Service League about a French art exhibit at the Senior High School gym May 12 and 13. Acknowledgement of Red Cross contributions to the High Point chapter was read by the retiring president.
Chicago on May 4 reports butter receipts at 528 178 and egg receipts 25 823 with prices steady per Chicago price current. Fresh graded eggs remain firm with extra firsts and other grades unchanged.
The rationing board announced an amendment to order 17 prohibiting shoe merchants from holding or laying away shoes for customers who have used their No 17 ticket. Merchants must hold only with an advance ration stamp. The board also released base prices for live and dressed poultry from the OPA Charlotte office for farmers and retailers.
Elm Street School reports War Savings Bonds and Stamps totaling 14 480.70 with 515 students participating. Principal Lloyd Thayer announced the drive, while Superintendent Charles F. Carroll praised the elementary school's strong performance in the Second War Loan Drive.
An exhortation urges readers to invest in war bonds as a financial boost to national defense. It emphasizes civic duty and economic commitment, calling on individuals to contribute to the war effort through purchase of bonds today.
Reuben Davis of Thomasville was sentenced to 18 months for abandonment and 18 months for assault after a courtroom trial in Davidson County Superior Court Lexington. The incident involved a rampage that included assault on his wife and subsequent departure to unknown locations.
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