Sprinkler Man Takes Stand in Fire Damage Suit
The sprinkler installation foreman for Industrial Sprinkler Corp testified on the second day of a $140,000 negligence suit filed by parties alleging the company failed to maintain a building’s sprinkler system before a February 5 1948 fire in Thomasville. Experts argued the valve could not trip to release water, while Byrd described his duties and prior valve experience at the three floor building. The trial is set to resume at 9:30 AM tomorrow and may extend two or three days.
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Thomasville
Industrial Sprinkler Corporation
Byrd
Industrial
D. P. Duncan
North Carolinanderwriters Association
Some Food Prices Going Up Today
Washington reports price increases of 1 to 2 cents per can on canned vegetables fruits and juices under a Free Stabilization order to offset lower earnings. Canned corn green beans peas tomatoes tomato juice fruit cocktail pineapple peaches pears face higher ceilings for select items while most independent stores feel the impact.
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Washington
Office of Free Stabilization
OPS
Giles Chapel Observes Its 119th Anniversary
As the oldest churches in Randolph County Giles Chapel Methodist Church marked its 119th anniversary with a morning service led by Rev. Everett Freeman and a ceremony unveiling renovated auditorium features including a new choir loft and memorial. Dr. Jess E. Pritchard, a retired Methodist, spoke in the afternoon as new members joined.
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Asheboro
Randolph County
Everett Freeman
Jess E. Pritchard
Wrong Person Gets Money Law at Work
A billfold with $40 cash and a $79.17 check from Melrose Hosiery Co. was lost and found. A grey haired woman with a small child claimed it, but the wallet belonged to Mrs. J. H. Wall. no part of the money is recovered and police warn against cashing the check. Detective bureau may identify the woman if seen again.
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J. H. Wall
Ton Avenue
Melrose Hosiery Company
Detective Bureau
Frank Watson
Post Office
Allen Barker
Assault Charge Lodged Against Man By Woman
A 22 year old man, Plato Wilson of 1516 Davis Street, was arrested after a warrant signed by Sara Wison. The woman reported the man held a knife to her throat and threatened her life.
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Plato Wilson
Davis Street
Sara Wison
Wilson
Cool Spell Breaking Up Forecast Brings Warmer Outlook
Weather forecast notes a breaking cool spell with afternoon readings around the mid 60s and a high near 75 later in the week. Forecaster says calmer conditions ahead as temperatures ease from recent cool snaps.
High Point League of Women Voters Broadcast
The High Point League of Women Voters presents a public service program recorded from speeches at the state convention in Charlotte. The broadcast runs about 35 to 40 minutes and airs tonight at 9 45. The High Point Methodist Youth sub district hosts a YMCA party at 7 30 tonight with all members invited.
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High Point League of Women Voters
League
Charlotte
High Point Methodist
YMCA
J L Yow Plans Five Room House at 1205 Montlieu
J L Yow seeks permit to erect a five room dwelling at 1205 Montlieu Avenue with an estimated cost of 5000 dollars. J R Lee to build a six room house at 707 Quaker Lane was also filed, per city building records.
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J. L. Yow
Montlieu Avenue
J. R. Lee
Lesa
Denton Man Held On Abandonment And Non-Support Charge
Earl Allison a 47 year old Denton resident was held in jail this morning in lieu of bond after being arrested on a charge of abandonment and non support of his wife and children. Ridge was booked and lodged in jail after his arrest on a complaint filed by his wife Lillian Ridge.
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Thomasville
Earl Allison
Denton
Ridge
Lillian Ridge
Plans Move Forward On Airport Site Sale Nearer
City Council advanced plans to sell the airport site formerly known as the Willard Property with a $57,000 real estate report and a June 7 sale date. Mayors and committee members considered earmarking sale proceeds for library and courthouse facilities while debates over sale channels continued.
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Airport
Willard
Tate Park
Amos Kearns
Finance Committee
Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
American Association of University Women
Snow Lumber Company
T. E. Hinson
Forrest Murray
Hamilton Street
East Washington
Ae Denewood
Harae Clodfelter Wesley
Advancement Management Meets Tonight
The Society for the Advancement will hold its annual ladies meeting at 7 tonight at Starmount Country Club Greensboro with High Point members and wives attending. Fred Birdsong of Blue Bell Inc incoming president will be installed, succeeding Ray Miller of Burlington Mills. Dr. Franklin McNutt of UNC Woman’s College will deliver a humorous talk along with other entertainment features. A social hour begins at 6 before dinner.
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Society For the Advancement Ev Ent
Starmount Country Club
Greensboro
High Point
Fred Birdsong
Blue Bell, Inc
Birdsong
Ray Miller
Burlington Mills
Franklin McNutt
Woman’s College
University of North Carolina
Local House Is Saved By Firemen
Firemen saved a house at 1213 after smoke and water damage from an unknown cause. An outboard boat motor in the yard was a total loss. The listed owner is Roy Gulledge. Alarms sounded at 2 56 p m with earlier calls to 706 Kearns Street and 416 Burge Street and a 4 25 p m fire at 200 Underhill due to an electrical wire.
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Roy Gulledge
Kearns Street
Burge Street
Improper Signal Causes Local Auto Collision
A two-vehicle crash occurred yesterday at Kivett Drive and Hoskins Street when Charles Gilliland 1306 Lee Avenue turned left without signaling. His 1946 Ford struck Albert P. Gray 209 Barker Street driving a 1940 Ford. Gray, age 16, was cited to appear in Municipal Court.
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Rold
Kivett Drive
Hoskins Street
Charles Gilliland
Lee Avenue
Albert P. Gray
Barker Street
Gray
Gilliland
Tar Heel Dirt with 45th Division in Korea
Chaplain James O. Mattox of Norfolk Virginia carries North Carolina dirt from his home at Rocky Mount as a good luck charm for soldiers of the 45th Division serving in Korea.
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Korea
North Carolina
James O. Mattox
Norfolk
Rocky Mount
Dynamite Blast Probed at Thomasville Chair Plant
Thomasville police trace several leads after a dynamite blast at Thomasville Chair Company Plant D last night. Chief Paul M. Shore says evidence may identify the person or persons responsible for placing a stick of fused dynamite in a transformer enclosure near 9 p.m. The blast caused window rattles over a wide area with negligible damage. Residents reported a car seen near the plant just before the explosion. Police questioned neighbors and followed up on a lead linking an automobile to the incident. In court, James Atwood, 59, found guilty of carrying a concealed weapon amid strike-related cases, plans to appeal. Claude Bates received 30 days for assault and also plans to appeal. other charges were dismissed.
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Thomasville
Thomasville Chair Company
Paul M. Shore
Nts
Camuy
Incenen
Amere
Impo
Losive
James Atwood
Claude Eugene Bates
Elkin
W. H. Steed
Gifts to date and fund drive tally
The record lists gifts to date from donors including Elisabeth H. Covn and Mr. and Mrs. Irby Quota with amounts noted. Acknowledges funds still needed totaling 822.41 with a mailing address to send contributions to P.0. Box 1563 High Point.
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Weed ‘N Win Garden Club
G. M. Maller
Elisabeth H. Covn
Marrias
Municipal Band to Be Organized in Thomasville
Thomasville to form a forty piece municipal band to perform free concerts at Memorial Park and other public places. Try-outs soon with regular practices. Chester Litwin to head the band. Keith Henderson notes two thirds of personnel recruited. schools cooperating and lending instruments like bass drums. First concert scheduled for Memorial Park. band to rehearse at High School.
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Thomasville
Emorial Park
Hubert Henderson
Chester Litwin
High van Ood
Deport
the Recreation
Ge | Ge Wat
Macomon
Oeeeee Park
Recreation Commission
On Oe Henderson
Frendersen
Fiewin
Recreation Leaders Are Selected
Thom asville recreation leaders named to head city facilities this summer at Memorial Park. G. M. Eargle will manage the pool program with Richard Lyn Carr Shealy supervising. Swimming instruction begins June 23 with free swimming for beginners daily from 1 pm to 8 pm through August.
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Thomasville
Inetruc Eae Fe
Wai Ne
Bees Wax Blazes Stove, Triggers Thomasville Fire
Bees wax boiled over onto a stove at Longs on Moonsarees Seacetes sparking a fire department response. Fire crews arrived around 10 30 a m ending a weeklong fireless period in the city. No injuries or property loss were reported.
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Thomasville
Longs
Dog Trainer Held On Possible Nail Spread Charge
Versailles Indiana authorities held dog trainer George W. Richard on an open charge accusing him of spreading thousands of nails through Versailles State Park. He had been ejected from the park several times for training dogs there on a commercial basis.
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Versailles, Ind
George W.richard
Versailles State Park
Richard
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