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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1936

Page

12

Dr Humphreys Re elected High Point College President

Dr G I Humphreys was re elected president of High Point College for a seventh term by the board of trustees. H A Millis was named chairman and C C Robbins vice chairman. A legacy of 6000 from A T Pickett will fund the M J Wrenn Memorial library.

Humphreys High Point College H. A. Millis O. G. Robbins G. I. Humphreys A. T. Pickett Liberty M. J. Wrenn Friends of the College R. M. Andrews

Manufacturers depend on agricultural products at high rate

A recent report shows eighty percent of American manufacturers rely on agricultural products for their supply chains highlighting broad ties between farming and industry.

Concert Drive 10 Ends Tonight at High Point Association

The High Point Cooperative Association membership drive ends tonight at 8. The campaign plugs a concert program with Frederick Jagel of the Metropolitan Opera and two other top artists chosen by dues. No season tickets, no single admissions, and public support urged via Sheraton hotel lobby headquarters. Eliott Stewart of Columbia Concert Corp. commends local cooperation.

High Point Cooperative Association Frederick Jagel Metropolitan Opera Co Sheraton Eliott Stewart Columbia Concert Corp New York City

Lexington Has New Minister

Lexington May 30 Ben F Brown of Charlotte arrived to begin his duties as minister of the Second Presbyterian church for the summer He is a Davidson College graduate and will be a senior at Union Theological Seminary Richmond next year

Lexington Ben F. Brown Charlotte Second Presbyterian Church Brown Davidson College Union Geological Seminary Richmond

Miss Grant and Hoyt Wood Win Top Honors at College Contest

Miss Virginia Grant of Garysburg and Hoyt Wood of Denton won the highest awards in High Point College's annual senior oration and essay contest held last night in the college auditorium. Miss Grant earned the Charlotte M. Amos medal for best essay on "Commencement" and Miss Lois Hedgecock of High Point spoke on "Does Youth Need the Church?" Hoyt Wood received the Rabinowitz Orator's Medal for his "True and False Sim plicity" with Susan Ferree of Tobaccoville taking the runner up on "How to Kill Time." The judges were Chester C. Haworth William Snotherly and Mrs. R. M. Andrews. Special music featured Iris Welch, Agnus Louise Wilcox and Mrs. Ernestine Strickland. Afterwards Rev. N. M. Harrison previewed "Campus Life at High Point College." The program continues tonight with the senior class day exercises at 8 15 and a reception hosted by Dr. and Mrs. G. I. Humphreys at 6 30.

Virginia Grant Garysburg Hoyt Wood Denton High Point College J. H. Mourane Mise Grant Charlotte M. Amos Lois Hedgecock High Point Rabinowitz Susan Ferree Tobaccoville Ferree Chester C. Haworth William Snotherly R. M G. I. Humphreys

Burrus Endorses Wohl in Guilford County Rally

Dr J T Burrus state senator praised Mrs Helen Robertson Wohl at a mass meeting in Trinity Guilford County endorsing her bid for state treasurer She highlighted Wohl as a pioneer in NC politics and urged dedication to social security and Roosevelt era labor reforms while noting rival Charles M Johnson's positions.

Trinity J. T. Burrus Helen Robertson Wohl Bruce Craven Dr Burrus Guilford North Carolina Council of State Charles M. Johnson

Patrolmen Narrow Escapes in Whisky Runner Chase

Lexington report says Patrolmen Bus Hunt and Herman Ivey escaped serious injury near Winston-Salem when their pursuit of a rum runner collided with a motorcycle. Ivey was thrown and bruised. Hunt was struck by the bike. The runner fled off course but was captured by Willard and Coleman. the man reportedly carried about fifty cartons of whisky.

Lexington Bus Hunt Herman Ivey Wintson-Salem Mr. Hunt Mr. Ivey Willard and Coleman

Church Services and Bible School Schedule

Bible school at 9 45 under direction of C C Gable. Lord's supper at 11. Theme for morning message is Three Answers to the Same Question. Evening service at 7 45.

Church OF Christ Bible School C. C. Gable

Methodist Protestant Church Schedule

Sunday school starts at 9 45 a m. Church service at 11 a m with Communion. Junior and Senior C E meet at 6 45 p m. Evening sermon by Rev Edw Suits at 7 45 p m. Mid week prayer service Wednesday at 7 46 p m.

Edw. Suits C. E

Sunday services and prayer meeting schedule

Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m with preaching at 11 a m and 730 p m by Pastor Dr J D Williams. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 730 o'clock.

J D. Williams

High Point College Commencement Sermon at First M. P. Church

The commencement events include a sermon at 11 by President Rev. G. I. Humphreys D D at First M P Church with college choir led by Miss Margaret Sloan. No evening service. Junior church at 11, Sunday school at 9 45, Young People and Senior Co EB at 7, stewards meeting Monday 8, Woman's Auxiliary executive board Monday 3 30.

High Point College G. I. Humphreys Margaret Sloan Young People’s and Senior Co. EB Steward

Search For Negro Trio In Flagon Slaying Case

Raleigh officers sought three Negro men believed to be the killers of Norris Clifton a young farmer found flogged to death and dumped on a highway near a liquor still. George Mitchell Wake Forest constable was released under bond after being held as a material witness.

Raleigh Norris Clifton Clifton George Mitchell Wake Forest

Kiwanis Club Hear Two Speakers At Elwood Meeting

C H Rhodes and Noble T Praige spoke at the Elwood hotel Kiwanis gathering. Rhodes traced printing history from its beginnings to its rise as a major industry, while Craigg described modern news gathering and publication.

C. H. Rhodes Noble T. Praige Kiwanis Club Elwood Mr. Rhodes Craigg C. F. Tomlinson Elliott Stewart Cooperative Concert Association Douglas Rights Kiwanian Winston-Salem Hosick R. D. Dickson Hughmart R. J. Spearman

Deacon Office Sermon and Ordination at Baptist Service

At 11 am Sunday Dr. Conrad will preach The Office of the Deacon followed by the ordination of twenty Junior deacons. The building committee will present its report on the completed educational building. The evening service will feature Dr. Conrad speaking on The Divine Call.

Conrad

Congregation Joins First M P Church for Baccalaureate

There will be no morning worship at the church Sunday at 11 o clock as the congregation unites with the First M P church for the college baccalaureate service. At 7 30 p m the pastor Rev A Lincoln Falk preaches the third message in the Watch series with the subject Watch Your Thoughts.

A. Lincoln Falk

Sermon Topics by Pastor C N Royal

Green Street morning and evening sermons by pastor C N Royal on A Gracious God and Profit and Loss. Sunday school at 9 30 and Baptist Training Union at 6 45.

Green Street C. N. Royal Baptist Training Union

Sermon Delivered By Carl Lewis At Local Seminary

Carl Lewis a Louisville Kentucky seminary student will deliver the morning sermon at 11 o'clock in the absence of Pastor Hoyle Love who will preach at Glenola.

Carl Lewis Louisville, Ky Hoyle Love Glenola

Presbyterian Worship and Deacon Ordination Notice

Morning service at 11 with pastor Dr C C Williamson speaking on A Work man That Needth Not To Be Ashamed. Deacons ordained and installed during the service. Evening service at 8 with Dr Williamson on The Christian Checkbook.

C. C. Williamson Dr. Williamson

Holiness Pilgrim Church Sunday Schedule

Sunday school starts at 9 30 a m. Pastor Rev. O L Ruth preaches at 11 00 a m and 7 30 p m. Young People meet at 6 15 p m. Prayer meetings Wednesday and Friday at 7 30 p m at Mrs C R Lanier 120 Briggs avenue.

O. L. Ruth C. R. Lanier Briggs Avenue

Revival Meeting Led by Rev. Noble and Goins

Pastor Rev. C Francis Noble announces an old fashioned revival at the church on 612 Highland Avenue with Bible school at 9 45 a m preaching at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Evangelist Rev J F Goins will preach and continue the meeting all week inviting all to attend and be blessed

C. Francis Noble Highland Avenue J. F. Goins

Catholic St Edwards Church Mass Times and Confessions

Sunday masses at St Edwards Church are at 1 oclock and eight dollars. There will be other services in the church this week. Confessions are heard before the Sunday masses.

ST. Edwards St. Edward's Church

Rotary and Kiwanis Plan Inter-Club Softball League

Lexington clubs Rotary and Kiwanis began plans to form an inter-club softball league. They invite other clubs and organizations to enter teams as part of the effort announced on May 30.

Lexington Rotary and Kiwanis

Communion Service and Evening Messages at Local Church

A Sunday schedule lists a morning communion with Dr. W. A. Lambeth on The Invisible Presence. Evening Young People meet at 6 30 with Holt McPherson on Sharing Wholesome Interests. The 8 pm service features Dr. Lambeth on Selective Listening. Church school begins 9 45 and Peacock Bible class invites all city men to the rear classroom at 9 45 for visitors welcome.

W. A. Lambeth Holt McPherson Lambeth Church School Peacock

Highland church schedule with pastor sermons and meetings

Rev H H Robbins pastor leads Bible school at 9 30 a m. Sermons by the pastor at 10 46 a m and 7 30 p m. Young people meet at 6 45 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday night at 7 30 o'clock.

Church School Day Observed with Special Program

The Sunday school hour will mark Church School Day with a splendid program featuring children from all departments. The pastor will preach at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Prayer meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Wesleyan Methodist Service Notes in Kernersville

Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m with Rev Roy S Nicholson of Kernersville delivering morning and evening sermons in place of the pastor who is in Asheboro. worship hours are 11 a m and 7 15 p m.

Hayworth Memorial Roy S&s. Nicholson Kernersville Wesleyan Methodist Connection Asheboro

Sunday church schedule and special midweek prayer meeting

Reverend J L Bolen pastor delivers morning services at 11 after Sunday school at 9 45. Evening events with W Y P and preaching at 7 30 led by Rev Bolen. Midweek prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m. Special meeting urged for attendance.

J. L. Bolen

Episcopal St. Mary’s Whit Sunday Service Schedule

Celebration of the Holy Communion and sermon at 11 a.m. with each communicant ratifying and confirming baptismal and confirmation vows. Church school at 9:45 a.m. Y. P. 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. Holy Communion service on Pentecost morning.

ST. Mary's Y. P

Warfare of the Spirit sermon and church services

Rev Hoyt Fes perman preaches The Warfare of the Spirit at the Evangelical and Reformed church There is no evening service A Christian Endeavor supper meeting led by Hoyt Hilton Sunday school begins at 945 am The consistory meets Monday at 730 pm A prayer service is scheduled Wednesday at 730 pm All welcome to attend

Hoyt Fesperman Christian Endeavor Society Hoyt Hilton

Doctor Takes New Disguise as Country Doctor Actor

Jean Hersholt, famed character actor, appears in a new role under heavy disguise. He wears a wig, uses collodion for aged eyelids, and applies layers of grease paint and an artificial beard to alter his features, unable to blink or smile.

Jean Hersholt

Queen Mary Chases Normandie Record At Sea

The Queen Mary speeds toward New York on her maiden voyage beating toward the blue ribbon with unofficial reports placing her at about 31 knots on the third day at sea. Officials say no aim to surpass Normandie, though the race remains close.

New York Cunard-White Star Line Normandie America

Christian Science Sunday Services Announce Sermon Topic

The Christian Science Church schedule lists a Sunday sermon on Ancient and Modern Necromancy at 11:00 a.m. at 309 North Main Street with Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Reading rooms are open Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2 to 4:30. Public invited.

Churches Societies of Christ Scientist North Main Street

Friends Central Church Weekly Schedule and Talks

The Friends Central church holds Bible school at 9 45, Brotherhood hour at 9 45, and a public worship service at 11 where Tom A Sykes discusses The Great Power Company. An evening worship with Brotherhood chorus features Choosing a Governor for Ourselves. Stewardship Day proceeds with a 6 pm supper and campaign reports at the Church Annex.

Bible School Brotherhood Tom A. Sykes Great Power Company Brotherhood Chorus Centri Friends Ed Mendenhall Church Annex Woman's Auxiliary Annex Christian Endeavor

Pastor Clara Cox Delivers Message on Losing One's Life

Tomorrow morning at worship the pastor Miss Clara Cox will speak on Losing One's Life and Saving it. The three C E societies meet at 6 20 p m. Next Wednesday night cottage prayer meeting at Mrs Frank Allen Archdale Road. Judge Lewis E Teague addresses Senior society on What Should Be Done With the Criminal.

Clara Cox C. E Frank Allen Archdale Road Lewis E. Teague

Church of God Services In Asheboro District

The Church of God at 1012 Asheboro 8th offers Sunday school at 10 a m. Morning preaching by Rev B O Privett at 11. A Young People's meeting at 7 followed by an 8 pm service with special singing.

Asheboro 8&T B. O. Privett Young People’s Meeting

Lutheran Sermon Titles Proposed on Sunday

The sermon subject will be Watch You May Lose Your Rewards at 11 o clock and at 8 o clock I Am Debtor.

Two Fires Cause Minor Damage in Local Areas

Fire crews from Company One and Two fought a blaze at the Pure Oil Service Station on College and English streets at 5:30 yesterday afternoon due to defective wiring. Early this morning they responded to a fire at 222 Underhill Street owned by John Nelson, Negro, caused by oily rags with negligible damage.

College English Streets John Nelson Underhill Street

Police say house thefts plague High Point area

Local grocer J. W. Kennedy reports his vacant house at 613 Mangum Avenue disappeared leaving only a chimney. Police speculate the building was torn down for lumber during the winter, reflecting a surge in large scale thefts in the city.

High Point J. W. Kennedy Mr. Kennedy Mangum Avenue Kennedy

Marshall Tuttle Held on Larceny Charge in Break-In

Police hold 21 year old Marshall Tuttle of 325 Mangum avenue on $1,000 bond for breaking and entering and larceny. He admitted entering his uncle R. E B. Benge’s home at 1103 Richland avenue on February 15, 1936, stealing a pistol worth $35 and selling it for $12. The pistol has been recovered.

Marshall Tuttle Mangum Avenue R. E B. Benge Richland Avenue

Description of Cocaine Plant and Harvesting

The text explains that cocaine is derived from a low growing shrub whose vivid green leaves are gathered and dried in the sun similar to tea leaves. It notes the plant’s pruning and harvesting process as part of its production.

State to Hold Hearing on Fertilizer Plant Deaths

The State Industrial Commission will hold a hearing in Selma to determine the dependents of four men killed when they inhaled poisonous acid fumes at the Virginia Carolina Fertilizer plant in Raleigh near the Virginia Carolina plant earlier in the week.

Raleigh The State Industrial Commission Selma Virginia-Carolina

Thomasville Bible lecture on world dictator Mussolini

May L. Winders speaks at the Palace Sunday night at 8 about The Bible P World Dictator Who May Arise Is It Mussolini. Doors open 7 and a $1 offering for expenses. Winders drew 600 attendees from nearby cities. The program includes L A Jarrett family and Nell Jarrett, with George H a 13 year old boy and Anne Shuford scheduled to appear next week.

Thomasville L. Winders Mussolini Winders Lexington High Pol Greensboro Jarrett L. A. Jar Misa Nell Jarrett Will George H Anne Shuford

Local youths honored at Darlington School commencement

In Rome Georgia on May 30 a collection of Carolina boys received honors at Darlington School for commencement. Andrew Black Hickory was recognized for an award while Julian J L Wilson Hatcher Williams from Oxford and others were named for sportsmanship and leadership roles. Morgan Blake of the Journal delivered the baccalaureate address. A note mentions a Dutch coin age canvassers device and a wife repayment concept.

Rome Carolina Darlington School Andrew Blac Hickory Julian J. L. Wilson Hatcher Williams Oxfort Vars Hall Henry A. Millis J Point Char Arthur, Jr Asheville Am Monk, Farmville; Vice ¢ of the Dance Committee, Gennett, Jr North Carolina E. Jones, Jr Charlotte Morgan Blake the Journal

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