Mr Maxwell explains tax classification amendment aims
Chairman A J Maxwell of the state tax commission argues the proposed constitutional amendment is an enabling act to remove legislative restrictions on taxing power. He says it would not be a perfect system but could improve intangibles taxation and reduce the real estate burden, citing Virginia and South Carolina as examples and noting the need for a better method than the uniform rule.
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Sairman
A. J. Maxwell
State Tax Commission
Tax Commission
Maxwell
Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Buy it now movement urged to boost purchasing
North Carolina Merchants Association plans a buy it now campaign to stimulate consumption, aiming to create a supply deficit and speed production. The push argues a dollar buys more now than in recent years and that current conditions favor buyers and the public, with gradual recovery expected.
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North Carolina Merchants Association
Philadelphia
State Association of
Aca
State prison camp reforms urged after multiple abuse cases
The article notes a historical pattern of prison camp abuses and cites past convictions in Nash and Lenoir counties with only limited penalties. It argues counties cannot properly manage camps and calls for state jurisdiction over jails and camps. It also mentions limited chinchilla coat availability in Europe and tangential remarks about a Forsyth discussion and Miss Alice.
Saigh Point Enterprise Subscription Rates and Note
The Saigh Point Enterprise lists subscription prices for twelve months six months three months one month and one week with carriers barred from collecting beyond two months. The note directs readers to pay office directly for longer periods and credits the Associated Press for news dispatches. A Bible verse and a quoted thought conclude the page.
Maxwell urges tax amendment to ease real estate burden
In Raleigh in January, Mr Maxwell argues the tax amendment would remove restrictions and empower the state to adopt best methods for cutting real estate taxes. As commissioner of revenue and tax commission chair, he says the plan is a principled move and could lead to tax classification at the polls Tuesday.
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Raleigh
Mr. Maxwell
Revenue
Tax Commission
Maxwell
North Carolina
Hallowe'en riot leads to twenty five arrests in High Point
Twenty five celebrants were arrested late last night on charges of fighting and drunkenness after a disorderly Hallowe'en in High Point. Police reports cite property damage and unruly behavior across shops while warnings to curb revelry were previously issued.
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Hallowe'en
High Point
Hallowe 'En
Hallowe’en
Guilford County
Law Enforces Nightly Order Against Destructive Urges
A firm enforcement last night curbed violent acts aimed at destroying others happiness. Authorities vow to uphold peace on similar occasions to protect public welfare and safety.
A Scheme for Relief Aims at Local Federal Aid Idea
The Standard Examiner suggests a federal relief plan that would allocate one billion dollars for unemployment relief to U S cities proportional to population. Each city would spend the funds locally on public works, creating jobs for about 2,000,000 workers over eight months and boosting purchasing power nationwide.
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Ogden
Debate Over Short Sellers and Market Fluctuations
The piece argues for curbing short sellers to temper stock swings but warns bulls also create instability. It contends the 1929 crash was driven by prices rising beyond real values and blames the bull as much as the bear.
Exported nearly six tons of macaroni last year
A historical note reports that nearly six tons of macaroni were exported from the country in the last year. An ironic consumer tip attached says Cheese it.
Backgammon Bright Spot Lifts Spirits Amid Board Games
Observers noted renewed interest in backgammon as a morale booster for the season, with players and spectators alike finding hope beyond limited entertainment options on the boards.
Nebraska bankers offer bounty for bandit killers
The Nebraska bankers association proposes a bounty of 38000 pounds for each bandit killed aiming to lift regional morale and spur action amid ongoing law and order concerns.
Painter’s Works Earn Spot in International Exhibit
A Pennsylvania house painter saw several of his paintings accepted for an international exhibit marking a notable turn in a craft career. The achievement highlights skill beyond domestic assignments and signals growing recognition of his work.
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Pennsylvania
Legionnaires Distinguish Reveille From Revelry at Boston
Observers note at the Boston convention the legionnaires now tell apart reveille and revelry, indicating improved discipline and situational awareness among participants.
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Boston
Legionnaires
Rockne Pauses to Talk of Early Mail Sorting Life
The article recalls Knute Rockne posing as a mail sorter before coaching fame. It notes many hopefuls seeking letters of recognition after the season ends. It also mentions Eugene O Neill writing plays in a French castle, implying royalty feelings about living like a king.
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Knute Rockne
Eugene O'Neil
Rival Pittsburgh beauty parlor duos seek image overtake
A Pittsburgh husband and wife run rival beauty parlors and are said to feud professionally to maintain appearances. The gossip centers on competition, market share, and staged clashes as they vie for clients and prestige in a crowded local industry.
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Pittsburgh
Foreign football players alleged to carry revolvers in game
Report cites members of a foreign team carrying revolvers during a match. It notes a parallel to American backs described as knifing their way through the line, suggesting a rough encounter on the field.
Raleigh Kiwanis District Convention Set For November
Raleigh hosts the Carolinas Kiwanis district convention November 6 8 with over 1000 visitors and wives expected. Allison W Honeycutt district governor will preside with national officers Crossman Fulkerson and Kean as honor guests. Speakers include Attorney General Brummitt and other state officials.
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Raleigh
Carolinas
Kiwanis International
Allison W. Honeycutt
Hendersonville
Raymond M. Crossman
Omaha
Nev
Roe Fulkerson
Washington, D. C
Kiwanis Magazine
Franklin S. Kean
M. E. Newsom
Durham
Rotary International
Dennis G. Brummitt
Carolina Country Club
Sir Walter Hotel
E. E. Culbreth
Brummitt
T. W. Andrews
Spartanburg
S. C
Carroll P. Rogers
Tryon
Plato Durham
Gastonia
Charles FE. Brewer
Reidsville
Robert N. Page
Aberdeen
John S
M. A. Briggs
Ernest Burwell
Robert M. Sumwalt
Columbia
J. L. Peacock
James M. Lynch
Florence
Mr. Kean
Crossman
Fulkerson
Tom Pruitt
Hickory
Marcus Sterne
Asheville
Edwin L. Jones
Charlotte
William H. Montgomery
Wilmington
J. W. Fletcher
Anderson
J. A. Gunter
Sanford
J. D. Smyser
Herbert Henning
Darlington
G. IL. B. Rivers
Charleston
M. W. Haynes
Tarboro
Atlantic City
C. A. Erwin
Rutherfordton
Mike Ogle
Conviction of Wake County guard seen as welfare victory
The Wake county convict camp supervisor Gordon Watkins was found guilty of assault with a deadly weapon in the death of Willie Bellamy after heat prostration while confined in the camp sweat box. Jury acquitted two other guards. state welfare officials call the verdict a major step toward humane prison camp conditions.
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Nash County
Brown
Frank Rhem
Lenoir County
Rhem
State Department of Public Welfare
Stanly County
N. C. Crawford
Crawford
Wake County
Grand Jury
W. T. Best
Commissioner of
Public Welfare
Bellamy
L. G. Whitley
Public Welfare Department
R. Eugene Brown
Best
Watkins
Portraits of Brunswick Dukes Restored to Diet Hall
In Brunswick Germany Fascists restored portraits of the former dukes to the plenary hall of the Brunswick diet after a socialist administration had removed them from display in the hall.
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Brunswick
Germany
Colombia to celebrate fiesta of peace across nations
Bogota reports that Colombia will mark a nationwide Fiesta on November 21 and 27 to celebrate the anniversary of complete internal peace. The country borders five nations and has no forts along its 3000 miles of frontier or 1100 miles of seacoast.
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Bogota
Columbia
South America
American on Volga steamboat travels eight days
An American traveler journeys eight days on the Volga from Nizhni Novgorod to Astrakhan without hearing native boatmen songs. The voyage features abundant music, all in canned American jazz aboard the boat.
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Kazan
Tartar Republic
Volga River
Nizhni-Novgorod
Astrakhan
Volga
New York and Philadelphia women start 1690 mile Miami voyage
Miss Maude Hughes of New York and Miss Margaret Radcliffe of Philadelphia begin a Monday trip in a 22 foot motor boat to Miami Florida. They plan seven overnight stops for food and rest along the 1690 mile route.
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New York
Maude Hughes
Margaret Radcliffe
Philadelphia
Miami
Fla
Runge Uses Smith Banner in Greenwich Campaign
Greenwich Republican William C. Runge running as an independent judge candidate is said to resemble Al Smith. Supporters reportedly re labeled a 1928 Smith for president banner with Runge’s photo and hung it over Main Street.
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Greenwich
Conn
William C. Runge
al Smith
De Valera Urges Irish Styles for Women
Eamon De Valera calls for Irish women to wear clothing suited to the Irish climate. He believes Irish designers can create outfits as attractive as those from London and Paris.
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Dublin
Eamon de Valera
London
Paris
Fur Buyers Gather Worldwide for Christ Show in London
About 500 fur buyers from diverse regions converge in London to inspect and bid on a broad range of pelts for the Christmas season. Trade officials anticipate robust demand as merchants scout luxury skins and midmarket items through the event.
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London
Capital Questions 1 Canada’s Capital
A compact clue list presents trivia items including capitals of nations and various word fragments. The page mixes geography prompts with scattered partial words and numbered hints, forming a crossword style exercise.
Tighter Alignment Halts Liverpool Tunnel Progress
Two tunnel sections beneath the Mersey have shifted by half an inch, delaying a 2.93 mile vehicular tunnel project under Liverpool. The misalignment prompted checks as engineers assess the fit before continuing excavation and lining work.
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Liverpool
Mersey River
Graham and Hanes Named to Aycock Statue Commission
RALEIGH Nov 1 Gov O May Gardner announced the appointment of Dr Frank Graham president of the University of North Carolina and R M Hanes of Winston Salem to the Aycock Statue commission Dr Graham succeeds the late Judge James L Webb of Shelby and Mr Hanes succeeds the late Hugh Chatham of Winston Salem
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Raleigh
N. C
O. May Gardner
Frank Graham
University of North Carolina
R. M. Hanes
Winston-Salem
Aycock
Dr. Graham
Ate
James L. Webb
Shelby
Hanes
Hugh Chatham
Rare wild gourd found near Cuero Texas
A rare wild gourd believed to be the parent stock of the cultivated North American pumpkin has been discovered near Cuero Texas. The plant is being used in experiments at the University of Texas and Cornell University.
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Austin
Tex
Cuero
University of Texas
Cornell University
Tall Florida sugar cane reaches 30 foot stalks
A new sugar cane variety with stalks 25 to 30 feet tall is being trialed in Florida, marking its first experimental growth in America.
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Florida
America
Winston-Salem Veteran Editor Dies After Fifty Years’ Service
The Twin-City Sentinel reports veteran Winston-Salem man R. B. Carmichael, longtime Associated Press correspondent, has died after fifty years in the newspaper business. Carmichael, a familiar figure to readers, contributed to the Sentinel and Western Sentinel during his lengthy career.
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Winston-Sale
Winston-Saleman and Associated
Twin-City Sentinel
Carmichael
Sentinel
Old Western Sentinel
Mathis
Greenville clerk treasurer jailed for trust charge
George Wells a clerk and treasurer was sentenced to up to 18 months in prison after conviction on a trust charge in Greenville South Carolina.
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Greenville
S. C
George Wells
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