Local College Counts Forty-One Seniors in Graduation
A class of about 41 seniors will receive diplomas at High Point College commencement on May 29. Dr. W P Few of Duke University will be principal speaker. Dr G L Humphreys will distribute diplomas. The week hosts a musical program, an essay and oratorical contest, Senior Class Day, a bacalaureate sermon, and a special address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
W. P. Few
Duke University
G. L Humphreys
Robert’s Hall
8. Rabinowitz
Charlotte M. Amos
Humphreys
First Methodist Protestant Church
B. A. Sexsmith
Board of Christian Education
Methodist Protestant General Conference
Roberts Hall
Few
Minerva Elva Cartner
Mocksville
Gladys Culler
Elizabeth Hines Gurley
May Cornelia Howard
Olive Agnes Ingram
High Point
Ida Sue Johnson
Morven
Joyce Gertrude Julan
Millboro
Bernice Clinard Lee
Ina MacAdams
Unity Andrews Nash
Irma Adelaide Paschall
Manson
Pauline L. Patrick
Margaret Elizabeth Pickett
Burlington
Elizabeth Ellen Ross
Asheboro
Jessie Lillian Smith
Reidsville
Katie Sue Stanfield
Homer Gwyn’ Bivens
Vernon Cannoy
Elizabethtown
Joe Newton Craver
Lexington
Dwight Merriman Davidson, Jr
Gibsonville
Lester Seymour Farr
New London
Charlie Lee Grant
Kernersville
Cyrus L. Gray, Jr
William Marvin Hedrick
William Howard
William Ralph Jacks
Dunlap
Wilton Handley Kimmer
Jacksonville
Texas
James Ollie Knight
Essex
N. C
Tyree Sabert Lindley
Graham
Hugh Samuel McCachern
Linwood
John Wesley Morgan
Farmer
Clarence Poe Morris
Fallston
Dwight Moody Nifong
Wallburg
James Floyd Patch
Clayton
N. Y
Howard Agnew Pickett
Charles
Econd
North Carolina Conference
Methodist Protestant Church
Messrs
H. A. Millis
M. J. Wrenn
Frank Wineskie
J. T. Burr
Dr. Humphreys
North Carolina
Shell-Mex House Opens with Massive Office Complex
London’s Shell-Mex House features 1486 windows 365 steel doors 700 wooden doors and over 20 miles of piping for hot and cold water. Elevators move up to 10000 people per hour showcasing the building’s scale.
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London
High Point Kennel Club organized with 36 members officers elected
The High Point Kennel Club formed with 86 initial members and an inaugural meeting at the Sheraton hotel. Officers include President Tom Kearns and Vice Presidents Hatt and Meredith with secretary Mrs. Valette Harris and treasurer Dr. A C Jones. The club attracts dog lovers from Guilford Davidson and Randolph counties and invites new members before a May 23 meeting to adopt by laws and promote breed standards for beach and field exhibitions.
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High Point Kennel Club
Sheraton Hotel
Guilford
Davidson
Randolph
Kennel Club
Tom Kearns
H. B. Hiatt
J. W. Meredith
Valette Jones Harris
A. C. Jones
G. Arthur Hivans
Lewis JB. Teague
R. P. Royer
Welch Harris
High Point Kennel Club Organization
Whitfield
J. C. Foy
Frank Ogburn
Rodney Snow
J. Arthur Morris
Archie Primm
Charles Hamp
R.S. Lafferty
A. C. Meredith
Dan Smith
George McLarty
W. G. Foy
Logan Lovelace
Seborn Perry
Mrs. Burwell Nolan
Jack Holbrook
Amos Kearns
George Lowe
Wilbur Jones
Bunn Hackney
Ingram’s Pharmacy
J. J. MacMurray
W. R. Willis
David Yow
E. M. McCachern
W. B. Thomas
Dr. F. R. McCallum
J. P. Rawley
Night Schools of City Hold Final Exercises
The article recounts a graduation-like ceremony with certificates awarded to night school students, praises from Rev. R. N. Farmer, and notes on progress in reading writing arithmetic and history. It lists teachers led by Mrs. Geddie Strickland and mentions ongoing college budget concerns and community support.
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Geddie Strickland
Louise Edwards
Barbara Brooks
Ida Herman
Kelly
Ruth Welborne
W. F. Saunders
City Officials Face Possible Shifts in Key Posts
The council weighs changes in city leadership as two year terms near end. Prospects for city manager attorney and prosecuting attorney differ, with Lovelace likely to depart and Johnson or Crissman seen as top contenders. Juvenile court and collector duties may see shared roles amid ongoing reforms.
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Pickett
Knox
Grover H. Jones
Thomas Turner, Jr
Turner
Raleigh
James B. Lovelace
Lovelace
Gaston A. Johnson
Walter E. Crissman
W. G. Friddle
A. B. Horney
EB. K. Ingram
Horney
Garland B. Daniel
A. Lee Gibson
L. L. Hodge
Optimistic Report From Annual Trustees Meeting At Small College
The college and trustees present optimistic figures showing cost sharing with state teachers and pledging to reduce expenses. Plans include tuition reduction for up to 200 students next year and scholarships for valedictorians, essay winners, and midwinter basketball victors. They expect record enrollment if business improves. Football is suspended. intercollegiate games canceled for next fall due to cost versus outcomes.
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Harrison
Athetics
C. R. Hinshaw
Humphreys
Rites Are Held For Richard B. Samuels
Funeral services for Richard Burl Samuels who died at his parents’ home 2216 Hansel Street were held Saturday at 2 pm from the residence with Rev. G T Tunstall officiating. A trio sang during the service and pallbearers included Vernon Richardson James Carns Johnny Nance George Griffin Archie Craver and J C Molden. Flowers were carried by a group of women and interment followed at Oakwood cemetery.
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Richard Burl Samuels
J. H. Samuels
Hansel Street
G. T. Tunstall
Green Street Baptist Church
George T. Tunstall
Lorraine Kivett
A. J. Koonce
Jesus
Two Injured in Archdale Wreck near Burch Field Store
H. F. Leonard and Horace Ragan were hurt when their cars collided at Archdale near Burch Field's store shortly after 1 am. They were taken by Sechrest’s ambulance to Burrus Memorial hospital with non serious injuries. Both vehicles suffered damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Leonard
Horace Ragan
Beeson Hardware Company
Archdale
Burchfield
Sechrest
Burrus Memorial Hospital
State school commission gains eight months plan and sales tax rules
A state school commission formed by the state superintendent and 11 district representatives will oversee the eight months school and approve supplements. A new law sets up methods for merchants to pass on the general sales tax, authorizing the commissioner of revenue to establish enforceable rules.
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Superintendent of Education
Commissioner of Revenue
France Fears German Rearmament After Versailles Treaty
Paris May 25 Fear grows in France that Adolf Hitler will announce Germany's intention to rearm to the Reichstag. France relies on Britain but doubts sanctions are feasible. Officials say no action is planned though discussions with London on punishment are not reported. France and Britain may reassert Versailles terms if needed.
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Paris
France
Adolf Hitler
Germany
England
League of Nations
London
Rhineland
Joseph Paul Boncour
Britain
Viscount Hatsham
House of Lords
Legislators Agree to Adjourn Monday in School Funding Clash
The debate over a ninth month of school and a higher eight month term ends with adjournment on Monday. The house amendment allows local units to vote on supplements if in good standing while defaulting units are barred. Guilford and Buncombe representatives pushed to aid High Point and Asheville, amid a broader shakeup of school districts and administration.
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Senate
House
Guilford
Buncombe
High Point
Asheville
State Board of Cauaiattnas
Plate
Plac
Piedmont textile chemists meet in Greensboro programs
About 125 attendees from the Carolinas Virginia and part of Georgia gathered for the Piedmont section spring meeting of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists in Greensboro. A. R. Thompson Jr. presided as speakers including Dr F B Rose Delaware and George P Fein del South Carolina presented. Dr Rose urged expanded research funding and a national program. Greensboro College Glee Club offered entertainment.
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Greensboro
Carolinas
Virginia
Georgia
Piedmont Section
American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
A. R. Thompson, Jr
Salisbury
Ft. BE. Rose
Wilmington
Del
George P. Feindel
Greenville
T. C
C. Blackwelder
J. H. Easley
Rock Hill
L. M. Body
Philadelphia
H. Williams
Charlotte
Rose
Greensboro College Glee Club
Scoutmastership Course Concludes in Negro Leaders Program
The Uwharrie Council completed the Scoutmastership course for negro leaders on May 13 with 17 hours of training and an outdoor session. Thirty men receive certificates including elements of second mastership and advanced certificates, with presentations at Leonard Street School and remarks by H G Owens and others.
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Uwharrie Council
Leonard Street
H. G. Owens
H. B. Hiatt
H. A. Millis
F. L. Porter
W. C. Wessels
New York
Herbert Stucky
Atlanta, Ga
L. W. Conant
High Point
C. Delk Smith
James Asbury
Woodrow Hill
D. H. Parnell
C. T. Parker
John Austin
G. E. Nightengale
J. F. Asbury
James F. As
Andrews Rites To Be Held In Trinity
The body of George H. Andrews, former local resident, died Friday in a Miami hospital and arrived by train to be taken to Koonce Funeral Home. At 10 this morning it will be moved to the home of his brother Marvin V. Andrews in Trinity. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 30 o'clock conducted by Rev. G T Tunstall with interment in Oakwood cemetery.
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George H. Andrews
Miami
Koonce Funeral
Marvin V. Andrews
Trinity
G. T Tunstall
Oakwood Cemetery
Jordan Placed With Honor In Duke Initiation
The story notes Duke University initiates and an O. D. E. banquet at the University Union. It lists students amid prominent local figures including Rev G Ray Jordan and Rep William Umstead among honorees and speakers.
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Jordan
DUKE
William B. Umstead
Durham
Congress
A. A. Wilkeinson
Duke University
Ini
Joseph Shackford
Charelotte
Eugene Newson, Jr
Ham
Gordon Townley
Recomsverte
West Va
Claiborne Gregory
Carl Schoc
New Rochelle
Pardue
James Otis
Proviedence
Jerry Bray
Norefolk
Alton Murchison
Faycetteville
Leroy Sides
Statesville
Merriman Cunningimn
Nash Tenn
Albert H. Werner
Likens
Society
the University Union
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G.M A.C
AG Eotihe Vaaok
George W. Lowe
Incorporated Commerce At
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TER
Richard B. Samuels
Bonwit Teller
Hitler
Templehof Airdrome
Berlin
Andrews
Max Bones
N. C. State Board
North Main Street
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