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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1932
Page
2
Fort Bragg’s Sandhill section highlights a government established post during World War II. The old Confederate Arsenal site and other historic phases enrich the fort’s colorful history and practical location for military activity.
A fragmented critique notes overacted performances that lift a tale about soul selling into a campy burlesque style with some bright moments and strong acting elements.
The article traces Fort Bragg's rise on nine miles from Fayetteville along highway 21, noting the earlier Civil War arsenal site, its 1838 cornerstone, and the J. Ivey McKay push to establish the Fayetteville arsenal. It recalls the 1928 unveiling of a marker, the burning of the arsenal, and local figures like Mrs Lucy Anderson and John C. Monroe. It then describes Fort Bragg's development from wooden World War I buildings to brick and stone structures, housing, theater, and ongoing military life under Brig. Gen. Manus McCloskey and Col. Faulkner, with aviation and sports adding to camp life.
MGM cast Johnny Weissmuller in Tarzan as his first film with little dialogue and heavy stunts. He adapts to fame with elocution lessons while fans flock and a five year deal follows. Fannie Hurst’s project, Symphony of the Six Million, undercuts aims as she revisits Humoresque themes with Jewish family portraits and a struggling doctor son.
Chicago police report describes Officer Casey fending off a gunman who fired from a speeding car. Casey reportedly caught one bullet between his teeth, slowing its impact before it struck him.
The advertisement touts Peterson's ointment for instant relief from soreness itching and burning. It claims to repair and heal irritated skin within days, with long standing cases disappearing and comfort maintained. Available in big boxes for 35e at drug stores.
The High Point Thomasville Denton Railroad Co. will hold its annual stockholders meeting on May 10, 1932 at 1 30 P M at the company offices Jacobs Avenue High Point NC. Directors will be elected and reports heard. stockholders are urged to vote by proxy. Secretary O Arthur Kirkman notes proxies should be returned.
Stockholders of Securities Investment Company will meet on May 9 1932 at 1 30 PM at the company offices Jacobs Avenue High Point North Carolina. The agenda includes electing a Board of Directors and receiving officer reports plus any other business. O Arthur Kirkman secretary.
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