Trade levels rise across branches amid Christmas demand
Dun and Bradstreet reports a broad upturn in trade this week as cooler weather lifts consumer spend and wholesale markets expand. Retail distribution climbs 3 to 8 percent from last week, 16 to 26 percent higher year over year, with gains in textiles, silk, rayon, and hosiery and mills booked through April 7.
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Public Works Aids High Point Yadkin River Project
Washington reports the Public Works Administration allocated 2 595 000 for a high point North Carolina hydro electric project on the Yadkin river. The 6 000 000 project would supply power to High Point and nearby rural districts and test Duke Power Company challenges in court.
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Duke Power Company
Public Works Administration
High Point
N. C
Yadkin River
Duke
Supreme Court
Duke Company
Greenwood County
South Carolina
PWA
High Court
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Marian Martin Pattern 9963 for a versatile winter frock
The Marian Martin Pattern 9963 offers a figure flattering frock with a lacy jabot and variable sleeve length, suitable for daily wear and holiday events. Available in sizes 16 to 48, it includes a complete diagram chart and requires specific yardage. order by mail with payment and size details.
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Marian Martin Lew
North Carolina completes general election returns with Hoey trailing
Unofficial state board figures show governor elect Clyde R Hoey ahead of Grisson but far behind on the ticket He also led several statewide posts including Kerr Scott for Agriculture and Thad Eure for Secretary of State across a field of Democratic candidates in Raleigh totals released November 14.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
State Board of Elections
Clyde R. Hoey
Kerr Scott
Commissioner of Agriculture
Thad Eure
Hoey
William Grisson
Wilkins P. Horton
J. Samuel White
James L. Campbell
George Ross Poll
J. M. van Hoey
Charles M. Johnson
Clarence T. Allen
Erwin
Calvin Zimmerman
A. A. F. Sea
W. G. Bramham
Judge Superior Court
Tenth District
M. T. Spears
Thomas C. Carter
Fifteenth District
Frank Armstrong
H. S. Williams
United States
J. W. Bailey
Frank C. Patton
Laws Proposing Coercion of Workers Are Requested
Maley and Patterson urged White House action on coercive tactics by United States Steel Corp. They accuse Carnegie-Illinois of pressuring plant representatives to sign an agreement under threats of exclusion from raises. They call for congressional legislation to ban coercive methods and punish violators.
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Maley
Patterson
White House
United States Steel Corporation
Carnegie-Illinois
United States
Wage Rises For Aid Workers at Plants Nationwide
The article reports wage increases for New England textile workers and 6,000 workers at VU 58 Rubber Products in Naugatuck Connecticut. Simonds Saw and Steel Co raises five to 10 percent for about 4,000 employees across units in Fitchburg Massachusetts Lockport New York Chicago and other cities.
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Rubber Products, Inc
Naugatuck
Conn
Simonds Saw and Steel Company
Fitchburg
Mass
Lockport
Chicago
Washington seeks return of Bailey on murder count
Bailey suspected in murder and bank robbery cases is being sought for transfer to face charges. He was captured on a farm near Jackson County after authorities found an arsenal there. Local and federal officials coordinated with chiefs Rout and Turner. Bailey's wife knew of his fugitive status. he is also sought in North Carolina and Washington.
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Bailey
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Byrd
W. P. Turner
Jackson County
Ben W. Rout
Chillicothe
Here
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Spokane
Wash
U. S
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Cincinnati
Rosalla
B. J. Connelley
Department of Justice
Asheville
N. C
Stolen Car Found Burned on Wallburg Road Report
Mrs. Alberta Kennedy reported her car stolen from North Main Street and Dr. C. S. Grayson, High Point mayor and physician, said he saw a car ablaze on Wallburg Road about five miles from High Point. The license matched Kennedy's car and no occupants were found. The vehicle was described as almost totally damaged.
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Kennedy Street
High Point
North Main Street
C. S. Grayson
Wallburn Road
Swiftest Bird Outpaces Plane At 100 Miles Per Hour
The swallow like swift is described as the fastest bird able to outdistance a plane flying at 100 miles an hour.
Jaunty Marian Martin Two-Piecer Gives Wear of an Extra Frock
Pattern 9056 promotes a two piece frock with interchangeable skirts and blouses for winter wear. It features bright buttons and a side fastening, with a yoke panel, offered in sizes 12 to 40 and fabrics like wool plaid crepe or jersey. Order details include 15 cents per pattern and a Marian Martin pattern book for 15 cents, plus combined price.
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Pattern Department
W. 18Th St
New York
N. Y
Trust
Marian Martin Lew
18Th St
Unmarried Woman Seeks Advice On Fiance's Drinking
A 22 year old woman asks whether to break an engagement due to her fiancé's heavy drinking. Advise ends the engagement. drinking undermines health and moral behavior, and ongoing relapse signals low happiness ahead.
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Miss Mansfield
State Farmers to Get Large Sum From Crops
North Carolina shows strong crop prospects with high yields in nuts and syrup. The state’s bean and soybean output improve while the national crop dips. The summary notes purchasing power parity as proof of farm relief.
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North Carolina
Automobile role in non-occupational accidents noted
The article states that nearly one third of non-occupational accidents stem from automobile use and observes a seasonal spike in golf ball sales during warm weather months as the top single item of equipment.
Marry or Wait for Habits to Change
Advice urges caution in engagement until the man demonstrates habit reform through medical guidance. The writer emphasizes risks to the woman and potential children, suggesting she delay marriage and seek further guidance from Miss Marjori Mansfield at The Enterprise.
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Marjori Mansfield
Revival Services Begin Monday At Hayworth Church
Hayworth Wesleyan church starts a two week revival with Rev. R8 Nicholson of Kernersville as evangelist. Nicholson edits Sunday school literature for the church connection and is a fluent, powerful gospel preacher. He arrives Monday for the first service at 7 15 p m. Rev F B Dennard will direct music and share messages in song. Services run nightly at 7 15 p m with public invited to attend.
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Nicholson
Kerbersville
F. B. Dennard
Elon Professor To Address Services Of Young People
D. J. Bowden, former Yale Divinity student and Elon College philosophy professor, will address Wesley Memorial church youths at a 6:15 p.m. supper on Sunday. He will speak on What Do You Make of It All finding a Christian Philosophy of Life and will sing for the group.
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D. J. Bowden
Yale Divinity School
Elon College
Bowden
Louise Hardison
Evelyn Atkins
Warren Godwin
Choir Rehearsal Planned Before Meeting
Brief note says a young people's choir will meet for rehearsal at 5:30 with J. Briges just before the meeting.
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J. Briges
Dumas Sues Gulf Company for 2000 Damages in High Point
B A Dumas sues Gulf Company for 2000 in High Point alleging injuries from a lamp on a filling station property at the Washington Street and C Avenue intersection on the date of incident. He says medical treatment incurred bills due to the injuries.
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High Point Municipal
The
Gulf Company
Dumas
Pany
Washington Street
C Avenue
Plane used to picket line sparks Pacific coast loss
A disputed labor protest tied to a walkout of 7,000 maritime workers began October 30 after negotiations collapsed. Edward F McGrady, secretary of labor, said he discouraged the unions' hiring proposal and urged reconsideration by employers amid a deadlock over fundaments mands.
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Tober
Mands
Edward F McGrady
San Francisco
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