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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1936
Page
10
North Carolina Supreme Court rules the Turlington bone dry act does not apply to New Hanover County. Lacey Tate's sentence for possessing one and a half gallons of liquor is upheld, with prima facie evidence of possession for sale under consolidated statutes 3379.
The report indicates the court’s ruling, inferred from context, appears to sustain the New Hanover county action. Affected parties and the case’s broader implications are noted, with emphasis on procedural outcomes and potential next steps.
Chief Justice Stacey notes appellate courts avoid ruling on constitutional questions when other grounds allow decision. John B. Ellis of New Hampshire faces two-year sentences in two cases. Supreme Court grants new trials. One trial deemed error for directing a guilty verdict. In the other, jury was not allowed to weigh the evidence.
In Oregon Illinois on May 22 Guy Tallmadge a 55 year old embalmer from Rockford Illinois was held for questioning over the death of his wife He said a ruthless gunman halted their car robbed him and shot her in the back of the head five miles east of the town A shabby stranger was described by Tallmadge as the killer and authorities are checking details of his account
The column explains moon quarters and their link to crops. It notes increases in light favor above ground yields while decreases favor root crops. It lists vegetables suitable for planting now including beans corn cucumbers lettuce melons okra peppers squash and tomatoes and invites letters to The Enterprise via C R Hook.
College Station May 12 Ant infestations in houses, eateries, and lawns can be controlled with poison bait. A basic mix uses water sugar arsenate of soda tartaric acid and optional honey, placed in accessible shallow containers for ants to carry back to the nest. Brannon notes red ants may require thallium sulfate but warns of its danger.
A period note explains how to hide facial scars and birthmarks with specialized foundations and powders. It warns to choose skin‑tone shades, blend thoroughly, and avoid overuse on acne or sensitive skin, advising consultation with a physician for persistent issues.
A northbound Atlantic Coast Line freight train struck a loaded produce truck at a county line crossing near Rocky Mount. No injuries were reported. The Norfolk to Raleigh truck belonged to D. D. Jones Transfer. driver L. J. Barbee and companion A. H. Alexander jumped to safety after failing to see warning lights.
Mrs Carl Rustin of Gastonia hauled in three channel bass weighing a total 97 pounds while fishing in the Drum Inlet surf. She weighs 92 pounds and joked about the catch in a local tide tale.
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