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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1932

Page

8

Armistice Day program drawn by Kiwanians in High Point

Kiwanians held an Armistice program at the Elwood hotel ballroom noon. F Edwards of the local American Legion introduced guests including Congressman elect William Umstead. A Georgia Bulldogs orchestra led songs as Miss Evelyn Boyd played piano, while Mrs. A Sherrod spoke of Red Cross service. Edwards praised the Legion and its aims and urged continued support and a cash bonus for veterans.

F. Edwards Amsees Lassen Secial Armistice Arm Bo Kiwanis Club Elwood Smos William OB. Umstead Tom Sprinkle Edwards Chas. Perry Legion High Point Spectator American Legion France

Rev Nixon Taylor Begins Local Work

Rev Nixon Taylor new pastor of the North Hamilton Street Church of Christ will begin work in High Point tomorrow. He comes from Wilson where he led rural churches after Atlantic Christian College graduation two years ago. Both he and Mrs Taylor are accomplished musicians and the couple will reside at 1109 Watson Street.

Nixon Taylor Hamilton Street Church of Christ High Point Mr. Taylor Wilson Atlantic Christian College Taylor Mra. Taylor

Erickson Revival At Old Skating Rink Draws Crowd

The Erickson revival at 112 Ward Street near South Main has drawn good attendance since it began last Sunday. Services run nightly at 7 30 with a special service tonight and Sunday morning sermon at 11 by Evangelist Erickson on Christ the High Priest. No afternoon service Sunday.

Erickson Ward Street South Main Evangelist Erickson Christ

Norman Fidler Urges Peace at Guilford Armistice Program

Norman Fidler of High Point, a British veteran, addressed Guilford College students on Armistice Day. He insisted there is no glory in war and no win in war, describing trench conditions and his underage enlistment seeking adventure before recognizing war’s horrors.

Opec AL Cnterprice Guilford College Norman Fidler High Point Guilford College Fidler

Seagrove Man Raises Eight-Pound Turnips

Seagrove resident Jason Vincannon on route 2 displayed ten large turnips at Asheboro. The largest weighed eight pounds and the smallest six. The combined weight of the ten vegetables was 65 pounds.

Asheboro Jason Vincannon Seagrove Route 2

Turnip Weighs Six and One-Half Pounds

Randolph county grow turnips large enough to eat. W. 8. Davis brought today to The Enterprise a turnip weighing six and a half pounds for display in the window.

Randolph County W. 8. Davis Enterprise

Not Bame Davis Distinguishes Bank Case From Namesake

W. Stanley Davis of the LaFrance company told the Enterprise he is not the Stanley Davis who filed suit against directors and officers of the Commercial National Bank. He noted many friends confuse the two men and sought to clarify the distinction.

Bame Davis W. Stanley Davis LaFrance Enterprise Today Stanley Davis Commerceial National Bank Davis Mr. Davis

Armistice Day Observed Quietly in High Point

Police report shows little public drunkenness on Armistice Day in High Point with only two or three minor incidents. Officers patrolled under standard orders and stayed vigilant to keep celebrants in hand.

High Point

Yow named to national legislative group in funeral directors association

David T. Yow of this city and president of the North Carolina Funeral Directors association has been appointed to the committee on legislation of the National Funeral Directors association. He was informed of the appointment by John W. Mattle, president of the national body, Rochester New York.

David T. Yow North Carolina Funeral Directors Association National Funeral Directors Association Mr. Yow John W. Mattle Rochester N. Y

Food-Home Show Closes Tonight In High Point

High Point hosts its first annual Food and Home show this week in a North Main street garage. Though attendance fell short, exhibits and exhibitor visitor contacts were strong. Final chance this afternoon and tonight for souvenirs demonstrations and entertainment. Gate prices were cut midweek from 25 to 15 cents for adults and 10 cents for children. Attendees praised the Erma Barlow circus act as worth more than the admission.

High Point North Main Street Erma Barlow

Civil Actions Filed In Municipal Court

W. J. Crowell and wife Lillian Crowell are named defendants in a municipal case filed by V. Hardie seeking 815 dollars for unpaid materials and labor on a construction job with 915 dollar contract price. Andrew Cooper Lumber Company sues the Crowells for 380.72 dollars for materials furnished on the same project.

W. J. Crowell Lillian B. Crowell V. Hardie High Point Crowell Andrew Cooper Lumber Company

Will Hold Rites For Mrs Gregory Sunday

Funeral services for Mrs Eugenia Gregory wife of R G Gregory will be held Sunday at 3 00 pm at her home 1013 Lindsay Street Dr A B Conrad pastor will officiate Interment at Oakwood Memorial Park Cemetery location noted in the obituary text

Eugenia Gregory Lindsay Street A. B. Conrad Oakwood Memorial Park Cemetery

Eastern Air Line Announces Dixie Route Start

Eastern Air Transport will begin a new air route linking Augusta Georgia Columbia D C and Charlotte North Carolina on December 1. The Charlotte hub will connect with Eastern Air's northbound services to Greensboro Richmond Washington Baltimore Philadelphia and New York linking to New England and Canada. Connections at Charlotte also tie into Greenville and Atlanta with routes to New Orleans and the western states. Passengers express and U S mail will use the new airliners serving these cities.

New York Eastern Air Transport Augusta Columbia D. C Charlotte N. C Harold A. Elliott Hastern Air Greensboro Richmond Washington Baltimore Philadelphia New England Canada Greenville Atlanta Eastern Air New Orleans Southwest West Coast U. S Elliott

Lucky day saves Pittsburg watchman from bandits

Nick Saturday, a 66 year old watchman, had his life savings on him when three bandits robbed him. He deposited $700 in the bank on Tuesday morning on a hunch, and the story recounts how the events turned in his favor.

Pittsburgh Nick

Cullinan Diamond Largest in Record Found in South Africa

The Cullinan diamond, discovered near the town of Cullinan in South Africa, weighed more than 3,025 carats, making it the largest gem-quality diamond on record.

Hear South Africa

Local Boy Witness To Fatal Shooting At Greensboro Station

Edwin Upchurch a 13 year old boy reports witnessing the fatal shooting of Mrs Joseph W McCown at a Greensboro filling station on the High Point road Three Negro men in dirty overalls robbed the store one held a gun on the boy as Mrs McCown tried to resist In Durham Dave McNair was identified by another witness as part of the trio The boy believes he can identify the suspects with his father’s help this afternoon.

Edwin Upchurch Greensboro S. A. Upchurch Mechanicsville Joseph W. McCown Nl T High Point Road Edwin Upchurch Dave McNair Durham Robert Vestal

Visiting Pastors To Speak Here Tomorrow

A number of visiting ministers will preach at High Point churches on Sunday. Rev. A. R. Gallimore will speak at Green Street Baptist at 11 AM. Rev. S Craikhill Brown will address St. Mary's Episcopal at 11 AM. Dr. Gilbert T. Rowe of Duke University will preach at Wesley Memorial at 11 AM, and Dr. W. A. Lambeth of Asheville at 7:30 PM.

High Point A. R. Gallimore Green Street Baptist Church S. Craikhill Brown Southern Pines China St. Mary's Episcopal Church Wesley Memorial Church Gilbert T. Rowe Duke University W. A. Lambeth Asheville T. A. Sykes Central Friends Church

First Baptist Bible School and Services Schedule

Bible school meets at 9 45 Sunday with A E Tate in charge. At 11 00 Dr A B Conrad preaches What is the Gospel. B Y P U meets at 6 30. At 7 30 Dr Conrad speaks Why Do the People Go Away From Christ. Special music by a male quartet and anthem O Lord My God. Mid week prayer Wednesday at 7 30.

First Baptist. Bible School A. E. Tate A. B. Conrad God

Sunday Schedule at First Christian Church

Bascom Moffitt leads the Sunday School at 9 45 with no preaching service tomorrow. A prayer meeting and choir practice directed by M C Dry will be held Thursday evening at 7 30.

First Christian Bascom Moffitt M. C. Dry

Mass at St Edward's Catholic Church Sunday

8 St Edward's Catholic Mass will be held Sunday at 9 a.m. Holy Name of Jesus instruction follows mass. Sunday school will follow mass. Evening devotions instruction and benediction at 7 30 p.m. Father Beshel will be in charge.

Edward's Father Beshel

Christian Science Lesson Sermon Schedule

Christian Science announces Mortals and Immortals as the weekly lesson sermon for all churches and societies. Services occur Sunday at 11 o clock, with Sunday school at 9 45. The reading room at 3091 2 North Main Street is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 2 to 4 30.

Societies of Christ North Main Street

Wesley Memorial to Host Visiting Pastors Tomorrow

Two former Wesley Memorial pastors will preach Sunday with Dr. Gil bert T. Rowe at 11 for The Antidote for Pessimism and Dr. W A Lambeth at 7 30 for Bridging Chasms. Rev Tom A Sykes also speaks on Heroes of Peace at 6 45 during Armistice Day activities. Craighead McCannel s directs. Church school led by W B McEwen starts 9 45 with age groups meeting in their rooms.

Wesley Memorial Gilbert T. Rowe W. A. Lambeth Rowe Duke University Lambeth Central Methodist Church Asheville Tom A. Sykes Young People's Room Craighead McCanless Church W. B. McEwen

Green Street Baptist Hosts Mission Speaker and Service

Rev. A. R. Gallimore, after 14 years in China, will speak at the morning Foreign Mission service at Green Street Baptist. Rev. G. T. Tunstall preaches at the evening service on What Are You Worth. Sunday school led by B. G. Leonard opens at 9 30 with a welcome for all families.

Green Street Baptist A. R. Gallimore China Green Street Baptist Church G. T. Tunstall B. G. Leonard

First Presbyterian Church Plans Sunday Services

Regular services will be held Sunday with Dr. Joseph Rennie as pastor preaching at 11 a m and 6 p m. Sunday school meets at 9 45 o'clock. The Young People's supper is at 6 15. The mid week prayer service is Wednesday night at 7 30 with Dr. Rennie in charge.

First Presbyterian Joseph Rennie Rennie

First Reformed Church Service Plans and Meetings

The First Reformed Church sets 11 oclock morning worship with Rev W R Shaffer preaching In Time of Need a Home Mission message A special offering funds North Carolina mission stations The evening service features Peace and Good Will Sunday school starts at 945 am Officers visit Immanuel Reformed church at 230 pm for consistory meeting Junior Mission Four Square and YP Christian Endeavor meet at 630 pm All youth and friends invited

Junior Mission Society Four Square Group Young People’s Christian Endeavor Society

St Mary's Episcopal to Host Rev Craighill Brown Sunday

The Rev. 8 Craighill Brown of Southern Pines will preach at the 11 o'clock service at St. Mary's Episcopal Church Sunday. He previously served five years as a missionary in China and will discuss its mission needs. Other services include Holy Communion at 8, Church School at 9:30, Adult Bible Class at 9:45, and a P.B.S. meeting at 6:30 in the Parish house.

ST. Mary's Episcopal Craighill Brown Southern Pines St. Mary's Episcopal Church Brown China H. Norwood Bowne Parrish House

Emmanuel Lutheran Sermon Subjects This Sunday

Emmanuel Lutheran schedules a morning sermon at 11 by the pastor on Whose I Am with Acts 27 23. An evening sermon at 7 30 titled A Plea For Continued Faith In God. Sunday school time not specified.

Emmanuel Lutheran Emmanuel Lutheran Church

Singing Convict 70 Goes On Stage

In Joliet a former prison watchman nicknamed the ghost, who sang while guarding the quarry pump house, drew crowds to a haunted graveyard tale. The truth emerged that Lalon Chrysler, once an inmate, performed songs from the quarry and was booked by a Chicago theater manager in the Loop.

Joliet Penitentiary Joiiet Lalon Chrysler State Penitentiary Chrysler Chicago Loop

Mary A Kirkman Dies at Home in City

Mrs. Mary Ann Kirkman widow of W A Kirkman died at her English street home yesterday afternoon after an extended illness. Born December 15 1870 in Davidson county she was a daughter of William and Sarah Wicks. Surviving are four sons two daughters two brothers one sister and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at English Street church and Main Street church.

Mary Ann Kirkman W. A. Kirkman English Street Davidson County William Sarah Thrift Wicks Main Street M. E W. L Oakridge W. A Asheboro C. T E. J High Point T. E. B. McCarter P. L. Goolsby Mary Pearl Kirkman W. H R. F. Wicks Lexington Cora Wyatt Springfield Colo English Street M. P Mr. Hill A. L. Aycock Main Street M. E

Final Rites Held For Paul B Gibson

Funeral services for World War veteran Paul B. Gibson were held at 3 p.m. Thursday from 405 Howell Street residence of Oscar L. Smith. The service, conducted by Conrad of the First Baptist Church, drew many friends and relatives and included military honors by the American Legion VFW and National Guard. A church choir sang during the service and at the graveside a quartet performed as a firing squad fired and taps sounded.

Paul B. Gibson Oscar L. Smith Howell Street Conrad The Baptist Church American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Unit National Guard First Baptist Church Jesus Charles Sechrest Marion Nunn Emory Burns Fred McSwaim Earl Cecil Bartley Reece B. Bodenheimer A.S. Langley Memorial Park Cemetery J. Lawrence White James Hinkle Clarence Schultheis Mr. Abels

Dr J G Huggins to Speak at Wesley Memorial Sunday

Dr J G Huggins pastor of Asbury Memorial church Asheville will speak to the Peacock Bible class at Wesley Memorial Methodist Episcopal church Sunday morning at 11 45 oclock. He will deliver an interesting Bible message and a full attendance is urged.

J. G. Huggins Asbury Memorial Church Asheville Wesley Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church Huggins

Case Against Casey Soon Goes To Jury

KINSTON November 12 The judge's charge and one more attorney's argument remained today before a jury takes the case of Herman Casey charged with murdering James C Causey Suffolk Va lumberman near here July 4 1930. Jesse A Jones chief of defense counsel told the jury it would have been possible for Causey to have met death in the accidental burning of his automobile instead of his being shot and the car burned by Casey as the state charges.

Kinston Herman Casey James C. Causey Suffolk Here Jesse A. Jones Causey Casey

M EF Church Faces 25 Percent Reduction Plans

Winston-Salem North Carolina church budget talks set 12 November. Apportionments for general work total 107000 with reductions proposed in 25 percent and 17 percent categories. Conference reports show growth since 1890 and the aim of church unity across Methodism.

G. I. Humphreys Winston-Salem N. C North Carolina

University Health Director Proposes Cold Cure Pill

Dr H. Dieh director of the campus health service at the University of Minnesota invites 100 students to test a new cold remedy. He claims the pill aided his own experiments though he cannot claim a cure yet. The program targets sneezing and snuffling among students.

Minneapolas University of Minnesota Dr. H. 5. Dieh Campus Health Service

Til-Carl Seiler Crowned U S Corn Husking Champion

Oneida resident Til-Carl Seiler revealed eight years of on and off training to win the United States corn husking title. He previously husked neighbors’ corn for practice and now claims the championship.

Oneida Til Carl Seiler United States

Wilcox Makes Odd Election Wager in Marshfield

Andrew Wilcox of Marshfield Wisconsin bets on the ground freezing to dig one quart of angle worms and asks for the smallest quart measure and a pick with a sharp point as part of his wager.

Andrew Marshfield Wis Andrew Wilcox Wilcox

Lather for Life in Oxford Man Bets on Free Shaves

Oxford dairyman Harry Williams looks forward to lifelong free shaves. He notes that if Hoover had won reelection Roy Robinson the barber would have had a free milk supply from now on.

Oxford Mich Harry Williams Dairyman Hoover Roy Robinson Barber

Storm Brewing at Dallas Water Dept Sparks Complaint

J B Winder, superintendent, announced a new patrons committee after an incident where home brewed beer reacted chemically. No injuries reported as officials investigate source of the complaint and safety concerns.

Storm Brewing Dallas J. B. Winder Water Department Men Ha

Boy Swallows Doll Arm in Curious Feat

Eight year old George Richardson in Toronto cut off a doll arm and later swallowed it. Doctors at St Joseph's Hospital removed the arm from his bronchial tube with a peg antibody? correction: suction, and George recovered.

Toronto George Richardson George George Cocina St. Joseph's Hospital

Jail Lock Jam Delays Arraignment In New York Fee

George Schaffer, jailed on narcotics charges, feared life without due process as his arraignment was delayed. Magistrate Rudich and staff met outside the cell to hear his plea of not guilty through the bars. After five hours, workers used crowbars and sledgehammers before a locksmith released the lock.

New York George Schaffer Rudich

Sad Songs In Order Democrats Lose Three House Seats

The Minnesota house singing trio failed re election Tuesday. O. H. Dahl bari tone and leader lost in Mower county. Matt J. Rhone 260 pound basso lost in Freeborn county. Co C Neuman Wheaton tenor lost in the primary. Their harmony drew attention in party sessions.

ST. Paul Minnesota House of Representatives O. H. Dahl Mower County Matt J. Rhone Freeborn County Co. C. Neuman Wheaton

Postoffice in Berlin Hints at Speeding Mail Tubes

The Berlin postoffice uses a refrigerator system to keep mail from burning up in an underground air driven mail tube. Friction is so high that the tube is refrigerated to prevent overheating as mail travels at about 2000 feet per minute.

Berlin

Aged Man Succumbs to Exposure in Burlington

P G Mc Intyre aged 85 died here after being found in critical condition near a cemetery in Burlington. The death followed exposure and occurred within hours of discovery.

Burlington P. G. McIntyre

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George F. Edwards Umstead Georgia Reserve Corps Matt Wall Sores Franklin Co Bank North Main Shore Treasury Department Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Washington, D. C Nationsi Hank Point Carolina G. Swale Guilford D. T. Yow National Legislative Group Mrs. Gregory Eastern Air Line Dixie St. Mary’s Episcopal Sykes Ralph Parker Woman's Missionary Society H. A. Millis Kiki Lee DE Forest Netherlands Convict Mary A. Kirkman City Sue M. EF Methodist Bud Ena Junaluska J. A. Bell Edwin D. Mouton A. W. Plyler W. L. Sherrill P. N. Garber Conference Hospital Board Chatham Memorial Hospital Elkin Humphereys Ot High Point Methodist Episcopal Church South England Mouton Budget Commission Board of Church Extension T.D. Ellis Louisville General Board Church Extension Conference Board of Temperance and Social Service Barton Flasher of Ka-Choo Cc. J. Templeton Radio Technican Emai ix Furniture Store Weill Piedmont Ins College St Opp & Howell Coal Co N. L. Garner Idental Li ~Oerance Wardell J Clyde & Tull Irving Smith Ak Smith Commercial Bank Call Purity Coal CO W. G. Bridges Carolina Bonded Warehouse
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