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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1931

Page

3

Hoffman Confesses Theater Sale Ends Palace Era

Uncle George reveals to Tommy that he has sold the Palace theater to fund a post office site, signaling the end of an era. Tommy questions motives and fears loss of his job and the future with Irene, while Hoff man asserts he has finally secured his own future.

Tommy Mr. Hoffman George Hoffman Bis News George Hoffman Beryl Irene Hoff North Shore

Engaged Lovers Face Ruined Plans After Fortune Fades

Tommy confronts his failed efforts to support Irene after losing his job and his aunt’s help. Irene ends their engagement, insisting Tommy must prove he can provide a future. He pleads for time and love but acknowledges her decision as fate changes their lives.

Mr. Hoffman Tommy Hoffman Hoffmans Emma Hofman Everetts Irene Beryl Prentias

Just a Bag of Wind

In Jackson Mississippi a circus act misfired when Elno the “man with the iron tongue” prepared to lift 500 pounds with his tongue. A rival sword swallower stabbed the weights causing a dramatic explosion that proved the weights were inflated balloons.

Jackson Elno

Whitsett Notes on Centennial Events and Local Visits

May 27 Whitsett reports visitors for Brickchurch centennial ceremonies including Mrs. Thompson of Newton and Mr Clapp of Salisbury. William Johnson, a three year U.S. Army enlistee on Hawaii furlough, plans to rejoin after 60 days. Funeral of John W. Boring at Gibsonville cemetery noted. he served 20 years as Bank of Gibsonville cashier. Mrs. A I Lamb hosted visits from two sons and their families.

Whitsett Wm. H. Thompson Newton W. D. Burns Lawndale Milton Clapp Salisbury Clarence Clapp Brickchurch William Johnson United States Army Hawaii John W. Boring Gibsonville Bank of

Luther League Session At Friedens Church Draws Large Attendance

The Luther League of Friedens church held its regular Sunday evening session inside the church with splendid attendance and active participation from members.

Luther League of Friedens Church

Miss Willie Brewer Myers Visits Relatives in Winston-Salem

Miss Willie Brewer Myers of Winston-Salem spent Sunday afternoon here visiting relatives and staying for a time.

Willie Brewer Myers Winston-Salem

Whitsett Christian Endeavor to Meet at Methodist Church

Mrs Dean H Torreyson will lead a Whitsett Christian Endeavor meeting at 7 30 p m next Sunday in the Methodist church. The topic is missions.

Dean H. Torreyson Whitsett Christian Endeavor Soveiety Methodist Church ESSO Atlas

Four-Day Anniversary Exercises At Brick Church

Last week the community gathered for four days of anniversary exercises at Brick Church which closed on Sunday evening. Delegates visitors and ministers from across the state attended with strong representation from Catawba Rowan and Davidson counties.

Brick Church Catawba Rowan Davidson

Memorial Day Exercise at Friedens Church

An all day program is planned at Friedens church on Sunday June 7 with both morning and afternoon sessions. The event honors Memorial Day with community attendance and planned services.

Friedens Church

Memorial Exercises at Mount Hope May 31

Mount Hope Reformed church will hold memorial services on Sunday May 31 with a sermon by Rev Clarence Woods an address by Hon J D Gregg and other fitting features as part of the observance.

Mount Hope Reformed Church Clarence Woods J. D. Gregg

Commencement Exercises at Sion College Ahead

The commencement at Sion College runs from the 24th to the 26th. Ivy Lee, renowned New York City author, serves as this year's commencement speaker.

Sion College Ivy Lee New York City

Brick Church A Century Of Service and Style

The brick church begun in 1814 and finished in 1841 drew praise for its handsome exterior and preserved three sided gallery. Interior repairs and a den ovation over the years left the design intact, keeping the church in continuous religious use.

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