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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1936
Page
4
The dirigible Queen of Skies tours the city while the Hin denburg operates between Frankfurt and Lakehurst, signaling a potential future for heavier-than-air transportation. Experts note the safety and dependability of airships outpace airplanes, but a limited pool of skilled builders and pilots slows expansion.
The High Point Perpetual Building and Loan Association marks 35 years with a move to larger quarters across Main Street. It has helped stimulate home construction and ownership, acting as a bulwark through business cycles by grounding assets in homes.
The evolving building and loan association is described as a savings form better than many investments. The piece celebrates Perpetual entering the neighborhood and commends her long record of service, hoping for continued growth and usefulness to a community in need of such help.
Appointment of Miss Irvin Paylor as acting commander of the North Carolina division of the United Confederate Veterans signals deserved recognition of her devoted service to aiding those who fought for the South under Lee and Jackson. The UCV praises her capability and leadership in North Carolina.
The piece notes Guilford county's 30 000 registered Democrats and warns no candidate can claim a majority of this bloc. It argues the primary may show the vote can act as a unit but the large registration may not guarantee support for any single candidacy by June 6.
The annual tabulation of 150 corporations for 1935 shows cash and marketable securities rising to 2.682 million from 1934, while working capital climbs 278 million and inventories gain 231 million. Preferred shares fall about five million from 1934. The results suggest continued development despite contrary views.
Frederick Jagel a leading Metropolitan Opera tenor is slated to feature in the next High Point concert season. The announcement excites the cooperative group’s membership and is expected to boost ongoing fundraising and membership drives. Jagel’s standing as an American artist underscores the series commitment to high vocal art.
The High Point music association outlines next season influenced by dinner attendees. Jagel is secured for one concert and two more programs hinge on membership growth before Saturday's list deadline. Renewals are urged for old members and new members encouraged to join the group.
Meigs argues public fear of spoils politics blocks constitutional amendments granting more federal power. He notes permanent government jobs would rise under such changes, kept by politicians and swept with each administration. He cites Rep Disney's plan for a civil service training school as a first step.
Washington May 28 FRANK R KENT criticizes James Farley chief Surplus Center for talking too much and being too cocky. Kent argues Farley’s boasting harms Roosevelt's image and fuels public desire to see him checked and silenced.
A Glens Falls man reportedly survived a month by consuming honey while several men in a low mood relied on their honey's parents for support.
After her work day ends a Florida nudist worries her file in Miscellaneous C may lack clothing items. The odd note hints at bureaucratic mix up or misfiled records surrounding attire.
A reflective poem depicting grand oaks and peonies at a housescape once welcoming travelers. The poem contrasts inviting imagery with the departure of a strange owner abroad leaving doors closed and hall silent. Owls and deer fill the quiet scene as nature encroaches on emptied hospitality.
The text shows Mr. Farley making sneering remarks about Governor Landon described as a break in his speech. The remarks indicate rising tension as the speaker shifts into sharper criticism.
New York dispatch recounts Brock Pemberton’s influence on Governor Alf Landon’s political fortunes amid Democratic platform debates. It recalls their Kansas University days, theatre ties, and speculation Pemberton could gain a role if Landon wins, while highlighting inconsistencies in Farley and Roosevelt explanations and the Dartmouth campus friendship.
Ten years ago on May 26 1926 Polly Snyder former Pointer hurler now retired lines up a High Point team to play amateur clubs in the area. He negotiates a game with the Greensboro Cops a strong local squad. Snyder once beat them while pitching for Asheboro. Fire Chief A B Horney returns from Morehead City after firemen convention prep and presides over state association duties. Miss Lillian Massey attends the National Association of Credit Men convention in New York.
Dr. Oren Moore of Charlotte is expected in the city this afternoon to deliver the commencement address at the Guilford General Hospital Training School for Nurses. The event will be held at the Sheraton hotel at 8 o'clock tonight.
Kindergarten children led by Mia, Edgar Whitener, and Mrs. J. W. Kearns toured a blacksmith shop, wheat fields, a farmer, a mill, and a store today. They observed planting, milling, sacking flour, and transportation from field to table. They plan another visit tomorrow.
Miss Ruth Bowne will spend the weekend in Raleigh to attend the commencement exercises at St. Mary's school. Mr. and Mrs. Banks Arendell of Raleigh are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Arendell.
A memorial marker for Revolutionary patriot Colonel Alexander McAlister was unveiled near Old Bluff Presbyterian church with Governor A W McLean delivering the principal address on Scottish influence in North Carolina. The marker was erected by McAlister’s descendants and presented to the North Carolina Daughters of the American Revolution. Aden Procter of Buncombe began a five year burglary sentence at the state prison, assigned prisoner number 20000, part of a total prisoner count since 1869. Superintendent Poll notes about 7 12 percent remain confined. State buildings under 1925 public improvements funds must be fire proof and acceptable to the late insurance department per Governor McLean.
Observers report frequent open affection in Central Park and along Fifth Avenue and Broadway. Couples stroll with arms around waists and a starry eyed pair near Hotel Astor exchange a lingering kiss as hotel-step onlookers applaud quietly and move on.
A fragment recalls a music box fascination on Far West 42nd Street, evoking mellow memories of years past and a lingering sense of nostalgia.
A vague vignette recalls an overnight guest at a Des Moines Cowles household. A faint music box played the Wedding Winds tune, soothing occupants as they woke. The entry hints at nightlife elsewhere but notes no harm in quiet night music.
A reflective vignette contrasts a gentle guitar melody with the bustle of tradesmen outside a hotel on a sunny Santa Mexico day. The mood centers on faded routines and small city rhythms amid warm, sunlit air.
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