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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1951
Page
3
City officials prepare preliminary draft of the 1951 52 budget with most department estimates filed T E Hinson notes police and fire inputs still pending These figures will be reviewed by department heads then by the finance committee and council for approval The operating budget is expected to stay near last year's level with no tax increase anticipated.
A Tuesday morning collision at Elm and Howell caused $225 in damage. Orin R. Mills and Kate S. Austin in separate vehicles were involved. both drivers and a passenger suffered minor injuries. A second incident Monday night left two people with minor injuries and a drunken driver was booked after a 2100 block incident.
Roxboro man escapes from cell with a spoon then slides five floors to the basement of the Perquimans County courthouse and surrenders. Wagstaff remains in custody awaiting state Supreme Court decision on assault with intent to kill, sentenced 8 to 10 years. Jones remains at large.
C M Scott of 1009 Ferndale reports a power saw and 100 feet of acete cord stolen from his tool shop. Delta Electric Corp. truck also robbed of climbing hooks valued at $27. The truck was parked in the 500 block of Steele last week. B I Braswell gave police the value and details.
Thomasville Chamber of Commerce installed N. C. English as president at the second annual banquet. Long, Jr. retired after a year highlighted by 234 firms and 43 new members while a goal of 400 members was set. Directors welcomed Vera G. Phillips. financials showed the chamber nearly broke even and plans urged broader membership.
Two churches announce weekday school sessions from 9 to 11 15 a.m. through June 15 with Rev. Jack Mote directing and a staff including John King, Mrs W G Smith, Miss Linda Coldfelty, Nancy Hoyle, and others. A helper committee will serve refreshments each day.
Captain J R Teague of the Police Department and Father R J MacMillan commended the Safety Patrol of Immaculate Heart of Mary School in a special auditorium program. Six boys earned certificates of merit and their captain Robert Gerring received a silver merit. others named were Michael Hinshaw Covan, George Coppedge, Gene Croft, and Jerry Warren.
Thomasville officials say the million dollar by-pass around Thomasville should open to traffic in about 30 days. State highway commissioner George Coble cited by N C English notes paving is ahead of schedule aided by fair weather. Plans for opening ceremonies and beautification of entrances are under discussion to attract tourists.
League committee officials report eight more donations totaling 39 dollars, lifting the grand total to 1306.87 as the milk fund drive reaches its third week. The drive seeks 2500 to provide free milk for underprivileged High Point school children, with hopes for additional gifts due to economic strain. Donors include Godfrey, First Baptist Church, Carrick, and Mrs Jarrell among others, with contributions sent to Post Office Box 1668.
Reverend Harry D. Hawthorne spoke to a large Optimist Club gathering at the Sheraton Hotel. He addressed the theme The Wesley Feasts are Present and urged community involvement.
The Friendship Weather Bureau predicts a chance of scattered thundershowers Thursday afternoon. Today and tonight will be partly cloudy and warmer with a continued warm spell on Thursday. temperatures rise to a high around 86 tomorrow, 82 today, with a low near 57 and a previous night’s low of 49.
Max Williams 17 son of Mr and Mrs A E Williams of Archdale has been awarded a 350 scholarship by the Duke University Scholarship Committee for his outstanding high school record. He led the Student Council this year and was active in many clubs and activities including drama, radio work, Key Club, National Honor Society, Beta Club, Masque and Gavel, Monogram Club, intramural sports, and varsity track. On April 9 he received the National Honor Service award for outstanding service.
High Point prepares for the Centennial Queen Contest with a prize trip to Rico and a week as queen. About 24 entrants will form the queen’s court with applications available at the Chamber of Commerce or via today’s paper. Entries must be in by Thursday or postmarked by then. Mrs. Walkup McCain chairs the event with co chairs and a Woman's Club committee coordinating rules, votes, and radio broadcasts.
Hamilton Street Church of Christ will host a teacher training course led by Mrs. W. E. McGilvrey starting tonight. The year long program uses college and church group texts and offers certificates on completion for those passing the forty hour course. The course is free and open to all interested participants.
The Fire Department answered two alarms yesterday. At 800 Grimes Street Alma Desk Company boiler caused no damage. A cigarette set fire to waste paper at 1015 Main Street causing minor damage.
The City Building Inspector J P Jones issued a permit to C F Brown for repairs to a one story frame dwelling at 1607 Cenane Avenue with an estimated cost.
Nagging backache dizziness and loss of pep may signal slowed kidney function. Doctors stress kidney health and advise safe relief with Doan’s Pills, a mild diuretic used by millions for over 50 years to flush waste from kidney tubes and filters.
A motorcade from High Point toured to Winston Salem to greet Mayor Marshal Kurfees and residents for the Hi Point Centennial events. Over 20 vehicles carried Chamber leaders and Jaycee officials to extend invitations and mark ceremonies at Winston Salem City Hall.
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