Resentment of the press in Methodist Episcopal Church discussion
The article laments press coverage of internal church disputes at the Dallas conference. It questions whether charges against bishops are justified or published for publicity. It notes a Tennessee delegate planning a margin gambling accusation tied to Bishop Cannon’s activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Great Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Dallas
Cannon
New York
Lucre
Tennessee
Hindu critic of America questions American prosperity
An Indian researcher and humorist compares life in the United States to life in India, arguing that a poor laborer may extract more satisfaction from far less than an American with wealth. He cites Newtonian civilization and warns the machine may foster its own antidote to excess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Ramesan
Mr. Kamesan
Will Rogers
Associated
Machine age seeks salvation through self reform
The text argues that human self reform could save the machine age, contrasting Henry Ford’s view of machine gods with Hindu optimism. It notes unemployment as the machine’s poison and claims Ford’s ideas on industry resemble Indian thought.
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Henry Ford
Ford
Mussolini’s Belligerent Pledge Shocks European Viewers
The Italian dictator proclaims bold resolve against anyone who blocks Italy’s advance, promising a united front and a thunderbolt against attackers if frontiers are threatened. The remarks raise questions about Mussolini’s genuine fear of foreign action versus domestic showmanship.
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Mussolini
The Fast Growth of Greensboro
The article notes Greensboro's city population at 53 422 within limits, with estimates suggesting the count may rise. It records a 168 percent ten year growth due largely to annexation, and contrasts the city’s quick expansion with High Point and its factory economy. It hints at lag in growth relative to Greensboro.
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Greensboro
Greenboro
High Point
Reluctance to Attack Roberts Splits on Eighteenth Amendment
The article notes Owen J. Roberts calling the eighteenth amendment absurd and Senator Simmons opposing his Supreme Court appointment. It suggests real city leaders stay silent or endorse him, with little expected fury in the fight. It argues Roberts could be vulnerable yet capable, and contrasts with J. J. Parker’s potential impact on rights.
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Philadelphia
Owen J. Roberts
United States
Simmons
Roberts
Supreme Court
Cty
Drgs
J. J. Parker
University Presidency Seen With Johns Hopkins Talent
The Charlotte Observer reports Dr. Edwin Greenlaw now at Johns Hopkins is a likely successor to Dr. H. W. Chase as University president. Greenlaw has been questioned by a trustee nominating committee member and expressed willingness to head the institution. He previously led the English department before leaving for a higher salary offer. The article notes the University loses faculty to richer schools due to salary competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Greenlaw
Johns Hopkins University
H. W. Chase
Charlotte Observer
Greenlaw
A BILLION FOR OUR NAVY
A House Naval Committee plan drafts a ten year billion dollar surge in shipbuilding. Britten proposes 75 000 tons cruisers 150 000 tons destroyers 52000 tons submarines 69000 tons aircraft carriers to expand the US fleet while London aims at parity and peace. The piece argues the conference shifted from reduction to build up and reduced overseas alarm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
House Naval Committee
Britten
Illinois
United States
Great Britain
Confederate Memorial Day and a Question of Ladies
The Raleigh Times editorial reflects on Confederate Memorial Day urging reflection by the youth and past fighters. It honors the Confederate soldier's enduring values, warns against neglect of those principles, and questions whether the South has preserved its spirit and liberties after defeat.
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Confederate States of America
Appomattox
What This Country Needs Is a Good Definition of Prosperity
A succinct call to clarify national goals in economic growth and living standards, urging precise standards and measurable targets to guide policy and public understanding.
Prominent Asheboro Woman Dies After Illness
Mrs. Mary Emmaline Black widow of John W. Black died at her South Main Street residence just before 6 AM after weeks of illness. She had lived in Asheboro 11 years and was active in civic and church life. Survived by two daughters Mrs. Charles Redding and Mrs. J E Covington, a brother EB R Yow, and several relatives. Funeral at 2:30 PM tomorrow at her home. Rev C B Reavis will officiate. Burial in Christian cemetery eight miles east.
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Asheboro
Mary Emmaline Black
John W. Black
South Main Street
Cottonseed Crushings Report From Census Bureau
The census bureau announced latest nine month totals for August 1 to April 30 showing cottonseed crushed at 4,725,287 tons vs 4,831,811 last year, with mill on hand at 198,598 tons. Crude oil produced 1,475,703,247 pounds, refined oil 1,276,697,810 pounds, cake and meal 2,101,750 tons, linters 975,547 running bales, all with on hand figures and prior year comparisons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Census Bureau
Women gain vote in Presbyterian church governance
Women win equal voice with men in the United States Presbyterian church. An overture allowing women to be elected ruling elders passed by 151 to 114 with 293 presbyteries voting. Approval requires a majority of 147. Overture to ordain ministers was defeated. Licensing evangelist proposal unclear.
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Philadelphia
Presbyterian Church
United States of America
Presbyterian General Assembly
General Assembly
Tax Collection Costs In State Five Cents Per Hundred
Raleigh May 12 The cost of collecting 275 million dollars in federal taxes paid by North Carolinians this fiscal year ending June 30 will be five cents per hundred. Internal revenue collector Gil liam Grissom notes the office cut costs from 24 cents to six cents per hundred since taking charge and projects five cents per hundred on this year’s collections.
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Raleigh
Gilliam Grissom
Internal Revenue
North Carolina
Wrecked Hearse Spawns Arrests for Drunken Driving
In Lenoir North Carolina on May 12 a wrecked hearse driven by Robert Moretz and his brother Harrison led to their arrest on charges of being drunk. They were en route to retrieve the body of S M Maliba killed in a grade crossing crash near Monroe. The brothers swerved left and collided with a car driven by J L Sanders three miles from Lenoir.
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Lenoir
N. C
Robert Moretz
Harrison
S. M. Maliba
Monroe
J. L. Sanders
Dowager Begum of Shopal Dies at 72 in Bombay
Bombay May 12. The death of the Dowager Begum of Shopal once the only woman ruler in an Indian state was announced today. She was 72 years old.
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Begum
Bombay
India
Begum of
Shopal
Cossack Chorus To Sing At Chautauqua Tonight
The Russian Cossack Chorus appears at the Chautauqua tent tonight pairing with Lara Forbes as reader and entertainer. The program features songs from Russia and America and is expected to draw the largest crowd yet. The Chautauqua continues with The Mollusc play and other acts as two days remain.
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Lara Forbes
Russia
America
High Point
Hawaii
New Officers Installed for John McCain Post No. 196
The John Mc Cain post No 196 colored American Legion was organized recently and its officers were installed at St. Mark’s M E church. A crowd of hundreds attended as James E. Lyon and Lieut Laurence A Okley gave inspiring talks. Special music was provided by local choirs and groups.
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John McCain
American Legion
St. Mark’s M. E. Church
East Washington Street
James E. Lyon
Andrew Jackson Post
Laurence A. Okley
Mr. Lyon
Bruce H. Carraway
Lieut. Okley
I. T. Mann
Wise Singers of
Philadelphia
O. E. Simmons
Beacon Light Choral Club
George F. Allen
William Penn High School
A. M. Greenwood
E. C. Wright
W. F. Porcha
Sterling C. Johnson
May Coleman
James Johnson
H. T. Starr
Jeffrey W. Towns
Herman M. Kirkpatrick
J. E. Ervis
James Clark
Alex A. Peebles
Joseph Coffield
Robert Steed
Walter Welborn
Indian pilots hold civil licenses in Calcutta
Ninety two Indian pilots have civil airplane licenses in Calcutta. Five types of aircraft, all British, are certified as air worthy.
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Calcutta
Howe's Sewing Machine Exhibition Smashed by Boston Mob
A Boston mob smashed the first sewing machine Howe showcased on exhibition, signaling violent protest against the display. Police intervened as onlookers watched the destruction in the street.
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Howe
Boston
Three Killed In Chicago Holdup
In a North Clark street beer flat raid undercover officers killed three men including the proprietor Jack Hayes and a suspect described as a negro. Special investigator Joseph Altmeier was seriously wounded as robbers who survived fled to the street. Altmeier had been tracking extortion cases linked to recent bombings.
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Chicago
Clark Street
Jack Hayes
Joseph Altmeier
State’s Attorney’s Office
Seri
Ously
Altmeier
North
Belmont Avenue
Hayes
Ottoman Crown Jewels Likely to Be Sold for Crisis Relief
Istanbul reports the Ottoman empire’s crown jewels valued around 300 million dollars may be sold to ease Turkey’s economic crisis. The collection includes the Peacock throne with 30 000 jewels worth about 13 million dollars and another throne with a large emerald, diamonds, and pearls. parts are exhibited in Istanbul museums while others are hidden in Angora.
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Istanbul
Turkey
Ottoman Empire
Djumoureit
Tax Sale Authorized for Unpaid 1929 Taxes in New Hanover
Wilmington May 12 The New Hanover county board votes to hold a public auction on Monday June 2 for real property with unpaid 1929 taxes. The move targets delinquent parcels listed by the county assessor.Deadline and procedures will be announced by the county.
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Wilmington
New Hanover County
Board of County Commissioners
Earth’s Polar Thickness Measured at 7900 Miles
A recent measurement confirms the earth’s thickness from pole to pole at 7900 miles. This figure reflects the planet’s oblate shape with a slightly flattened equator compared to the poles.
Brain Teasers From a Vintage Puzzle Page
A list of clues covers many wordplay items with numbers and a final reference to RIO SATURDAY’S ANSWER. The puzzle includes across and vertical hints such as front of a building and one who signs another's name along with items like canary and striped cloth.
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High Point Enterprise
J. P. Rawley
H. A. Cecil
Geo. F. Edwards
C. M. Waynick
R. B. Terry
Mer
Congress
National
Frost, Landis and Kohn
Brunswick Building
Park Avenue
People’s Gas
Michigan Boulevard
By Bruce Catton
Raleigh Times
Mary Black
State
Rio
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