Community Chest Drive Raises 33237.78 in One Day
The High Point Community Chest campaign reported 33237 dollars and 78 cents pledged in a single day at a dinner meeting at Wesley Memorial Church. Cash totaling 3451.28 was collected, with about 2000 prospects pledged. The drive continues seven more days with plans for 40 to 50 workers to canvass the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Memorial Church
High Point
Commercial Club
Woman's Missionary Society of Wesley Memorial Church
Fred 3. Bartlett
Diffendal
Hall
P. W. Flagge
Peacock
Millis
F. W. Chadwick
Uwharrie Council of Boy Scouts
Sheraton Hotel
Rainfall Record Set in High Point Overnight
One and one half inches of rain fell in High Point from 7 PM to 7 AM, announced by A. B. Horney, who keeps local weather records. He called the total a record, and predicted up to another half inch could fall during the day to reach two inches in 24 hours.
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A. B. Horney
Horney
Weather Note: Sky Colors Signal Incoming Rain
A gray lowering sunset or a greenish yellow sky often signals rain. The color change on the horizon or in cloud tones serves as a traditional weather cue for impending showers.
City Aims for June City Manager Decision
City council members meet tonight to review many applications for the city manager post. Mayor Davis says no appointment expected before June first as budget talks and other duties occupy sessions. If no choice by then, Lois Welborn may return as temporary city manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. P. Pilcher
Salisbury
Davis
Pilcher
Davis É
Lois Welborn
Roy Shiplett
Shiplett
Attorneys for Austin Seek Jury Trial in Child Assault Case
Attorneys for Dr. J. W. Austin appeared in court this morning and requested a jury trial. The request was granted.
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Austin
J. W. Austin
Infant Buried in Memorial Park Cemetery
Funeral services for Herndon Buie infant son of Mr and Mrs S Tom Buie of 1400 Cedrow Street were conducted at Memorial Park Cemetery this morning at 11 oclock by Rev Charles P Cobb pastor of the First Presbyterian church. The child died at the parents home at 7 oclock this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herndon Buie
S. Tom Buie
Cedrow Street
Memorial Park Coutty
Charles P. Cobb
First Presbyterian Church
Beard elected captain of 1929 Auburn Harr iers
Percy Beard of Greensboro has been elected captain of the 1929 Auburn Harr iers. Beard, a south champion hurdler, carries above 90 average in studies and is an Alpha Tau Omega member. He succeeds Snitz Snider as team captain.
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Auburnan
Ala
Percy Beard
Auburn Harriers
Snitz’ Snider
Beard
Greensboro
Alpha Tau Omega
Gentleman Is Taken To Town By Cops Then Convicted
A drunken gentleman, picked up at Five Points, rode with Policeman Davis to the city to the police station. He resisted leaving but was placed in a municipal cell and later found guilty of being drunk, with a fine imposed.
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Davis
Greensboro Students Present Mikado In High Point
The Greensboro Department of School Music, prize winners in the state high school music contest, will perform Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Mikado in High Point Saturday night. A cast of 100 and an orchestra of 30 will be accompanied by special scenery and costumes for a professional atmosphere. Director Henry Grady Miller brings notable stage experience.
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Greensboro Department of School Music
High Point
Henry Grady Miller
Democrats to Meet Thursday Night in High Point Club Hall
The High Point Democratic club schedules its weekly meeting for tomorrow at 8 o'clock. President R B Parker says no special speaker will attend as many urgent matters are on the agenda before the upcoming primary. He urges a large turnout to decide on vital questions.
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High Point Democratic Club
R. B. Parker
Mr. Parker
Pizarro Conquers Peru in Sixteenth Century
The text notes that Francisco Pizarro conquered Peru during the sixteenth century, marking a major colonial event and the fall of the Inca Empire. It references the Spanish conquistador’s expedition and subsequent domination of the region.
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Peru
Francisco Pizarro
School Pupils Confident Grand Concert Will Be Big Hit
Officials of the high school music departments say the grand concert at the high school auditorium Friday night will be the greatest of its kind by local pupils. The program features the entire band two numbers the school orchestra two more pieces and both glee clubs singing several selections. A full program will be released soon.
Mayor Davis To Move Into New City Home
Mayor W. A. Davis has purchased a new home and will relocate from 311 Centennial avenue to a house at Woodrow and Bain avenues within days. The residence is described as one of the most beautiful in that city section.
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W. A. Davis
Centennial Avenue
Woodrow and
Bain Avenues
Pockets urged to be turned inside out for hygiene
A cited authority warns pockets are germ hubs and influenza risks rove inside men’s clothing. Turn pockets inside out to brush and disinfect them regularly to reduce contamination and spread.
Beloved Archdale Citizen Rachel Blair Dies at Son's Home
Mrs. Rachel Anderson Blair widow of Benjamin Blair died at her son E C Blair's home two miles south of Archdale last night at 7 after several weeks illness. Born May 13 1841 in Guilford County she lived in Archdale most of her life and was a Springfield Friends Church member. Surviving are six sons A W Blair E C Blair R L M Blair Walter Blair Joel Blair B F Blair and 15 grandchildren. Funeral at Springfield Friends Church Thursday at 11 with interment in church cemetery. Pallbearers named from Trinity Archdale Greensboro High Point. Officiants include Miss Clara I Cox Rev Reuben Payne Rev Joseph Peele and Lewis W McFarland.
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Rachel Anderson Blair
Benjamin Franklin Blair
E. C. Blair
Archdale
A. W. Blair
New Brunswick
N. J
Edward C
R. L. M. Blair
Trinity
Walter E. Blair
Greensboro
Joel A. Blair
Media
B. F. Blair
San Francisco
Cal
Springfield Friends Church
Church
C. W. Redding
T. O. Marsh
David White
H.S. Ragan
H. A. Tomlinson
Reuben C. Davis
High Point
Clara I. Cox
Springfield Church
Reuben J. Payne
Archdale Church
Joseph H. Peele
Guilford College
Lewis W. McFarland
The
Friends
North Carolina
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Howard L. Collie
Prudential Insurance Co
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High Point Mortgage CO
J. Y. Morris
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Roy C. Welborn
H. E. Johnson
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B. E. Campbell
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Rachael Anderson Blair
Commercial Natl. Bank Bldg
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Breamship
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High Point Perpetual Building & Loan Association
V.A. J. Idol V. Pres
Treas
C. H. Ellis
Globe Realty Company
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Greensboro Bond & Mortgage Coo
R. A. Colvin
Commercial National Bank Bldg
High Point Tent and Awning Co
Shade
Coffield Furniture Co
Budweiser
Anheuser-Busch
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Thomas & Howard CO
Moore’s Motor Express
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Elon
Burlington
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Haw River
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