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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1930

Page

6

Birth Announcements and Local Club Activities

Mr. and Mrs. J. Whitesell announce a daughter Anne Fleming born November 14 at Baptist Hospital Winston-Salem. Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Wright announce daughter Dorothy May born November 11 in Greensboro. Elm Street School PTA meets Tuesday at 7:50 p.m. at the school. Mrs. H. B. Monroe announce birth Ruth Ella born November 15 at home. Miss Hatch silhouettes at Kester Furniture window tomorrow through Saturday. WCTU to meet tomorrow at 3 p.m. at Mrs. Pickett’s home. Owens Bible class meets Tuesday evening at 7:30 with Mrs. Thomas. Intermediate Girls Auxiliary of First Baptist meets tonight at Miss Williamson’s home. program led by Miss Lomax. Birthday dinner for Mrs. Mason of Thomasville with family, friends present. Lotus Club hosted by Mrs. Tillson with contests won by Mrs. Hargett and Mrs. Farrell. fruit basket for Thanksgiving to be sent to the helping family. Club members listed. guests from Philadelphia, Kingston.

Mrs. J. ©. Whitesell Anne Fleming Baptist R. R. Wright Dorothy May Greensboro Wright Grace Swiggett Trinity H. B. Monroe English Street Ruth Ella Owens Bible First Baptist Church W. B. Thomas Colonial Drive Adelaide Williamson Johnson Street Kate Lomax Lotus Club R. D. Tillson North Hamilton Street W. L. Hargett R. P. Farrell Mesdames J. W. Hedrick W. R. Shaffer H. L. Mitchell H. R. Williamson F. E. Moses HH. Ff. Pare GC. Earnhardt A. L. Gibson M. F. Crooks Charles Lee

Visitors From Winston Salem Stay With Local Family

Mrs Holt McPherson hosts Annie Ader of Winston Salem for a weekend at Edgedale Drive. Edgar Hargett and son Warren of Kinston visit Mrs W L Hargett at Johnson Street home.

Annie Ader Winston- Salem Holt McPherson Edgedale Drive Edgar Hargett Warren Kinston W. L. Hargett Johnson Street

Peanut and Shoe Trade Totals in U S This Year

Virginia and Maryland farms will yield about 80 850 000 pounds of peanuts this year. It is estimated there are 45 000 shoe repair shops nationwide with annual business of 500 000 000 dollars.

Virginia Maryland United States

Official Weather Bureau Report for Charlotte Area

Official Weather Bureau records show temperature and rainfall data for the 24 hours ending 8 a.m. in the principal cotton growing area and surrounding regions. The report provides measurements used for agricultural and regional climate assessment.

Charlotte N. c Official Weather Bureau

Rites Held For Mrs Martha Carter

Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Carter were held at her Jamestown home with Rev. R. E. Hunt and Rev. E. W. Jacobs officiating. A large gathering attended including pallbearers C. V. Bundy H. F. Merritt J. D. Wood George L. Hodgin W. E. Toomes M. C. Campbell and granddaughters Thelma Carter Carroll Davis Emma Gardner Donova Davis. Interment followed at Sandy Ridge cemetery sealed in the family plot.

Martha Carter Jamestown R. E. Hunt First Methodist Episcopal Church E. W. Jacobs Hickory Chapel Wesleyan Methodist Church C. V. Bundy H. F. Merritt J. D. Wood George L. Hodgin W. E. Too

Holton Revival Concludes After Two-Week Meeting

The revival series at Union Gospel tabernacle West Green and Ward streets led by Rev. R. C. Holton of Greensboro ends after two weeks. E. P. Buck in charge reports all services well attended with many professions of faith and mid week services moved to Tuesday and Friday nights.

Union Gospel Tabernacle West Green Ward Streets R. C. Holton Greensboro E. P. Buck

Supper Planned for Wesley Memorial Church Stewards

A church supper for the senior and junior boards of Wesley Memorial church stewards will be held in the church basement tonight at 6 30, hosted by Fred N. Tate, senior board chairman. Over 125 leaders expected with guests including Rev. G Ray Jordan the new pastor Rev John W Moore former pastor Rev W A Newell and Rev A W Pirler.

Wesley Memorial Church Fred N. Tate G. Ray Jordan John W. Moore Mr. Jordan Dilworth Methodist Church Charlotte W. A. Newell Greensboro A. W. Pirler The Christian Advocate

Open New Service Station In City

C. E. Baumgardner and H. L. Baumgardner have opened a service station at College and English streets, on Cecil's former site. They offer gasoline oils greases and automotive batteries with complete battery service and ignition repairs as a feature. The station features modern equipment and both proprietors bring years of industry experience.

C. E Jack’? Baumgardner H. L. Baumgardner College and English Streets Cecil

Services Held For Walter Kenneth Bowers

Funeral services for Walter Kenneth Bowers nine year old son of Mr and Mrs T H Bowers were held at their Archdale home yesterday at 10 o clock Rev W N Killam officiated Interment followed at Oakwood Memorial Cemetery in Archdale News records credit local obituaries without graphic detail.

Walter Kenneth Bowers T. H. Bowers Archdale W. N. Killam Oakwood Memorial Cemetery

Farm club calves enter ninth annual fat stock show

Farm club boys from 28 counties entered 540 calves in the ninth annual fat stock show at Louisville Kentucky.

Farm Club Louisville

Lindbergh to test faster plane with new wing

Carl Squire of Lockheed announced Colonel Lindbergh will visit Los Angeles to fit the low wing monoplane with a larger motor and a retractable landing gear. The upgrade boosts top speed to about 225 mph and may support a South American flight. Tests at Burbank completed after nine months.

Los Angeles Carl Squire Lockheed Aircraft Company Chas. A.lindbergh Squier Colonel Lindbergh Squire Princeton N. J Lindbergh East Coast Burbank

Flashes Of Life: Earnings Rise With Education

The National Federation of Business and Professional Women's clubs finds annual earnings rise with education. Doctors of philosophy earn about 3167 dollars, masters 2349, bachelors 1759, normal school graduates 1506, high school 1463, grammar school 1480, college graduates 1867, and non graduates 1529.

New York National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs

Brenau Seniors Favor Love and Health in Husbands

Gainesville Ga Love and health are the principal qualifications desired in husbands by seniors of Brenau college. By large majorities they have so decided in questions propounded by the faculty.

Gainesville Brenau College

Russian immigrant Wolff leaves $1 million estate

St Louis based Abraham Wolff, who came from Russia 45 years ago and became a junkman, died leaving an estate valued at about 1 million dollars. In later years he earned wealth through oil investments.

St. Louis Abraham Wolff Russia

Cass Gilber Awarded Gold Medal for Skyscraper Design

Architect Cass Gilber receives a gold medal from the society of arts and sciences for work on skyscraper development in New York. The Wool worth Building he designed is praised as an epochal landmark in architectural history despite losing status as the largest.

New York Cass Gilber Society of Arts and Sciences Woolworth

Chicago Ceres Cleaned by Sand Blast From Smoke

Chicago’s Ceres figure atop the board of trade building will be kept shining by an electric switch tied to a sand blasting system. When the statue darkens from smoke, the device will operate and in about two seconds render it clean.

Chicago Ceres Board of Trade

Author Seabrook Recounts Lake Chad Visit and NY Comparisons

W C Seabrook, returning from the Lake Chad region of Africa, says cannibals there were nicer to him than New Yorkers he has met on the street. He notes unexpected kindness amid local dangers and urban roughness.

New York Lake Chad Africa W. C. Seabrook

Mosquitoes Blamed for 1916 Black Tom Blast Claim

Macon detective Ervin J. Smith attributes the New Jersey Black Tom explosion to swarms of mosquitoes disturbing workmen. He says workers lit a fire to deter pests, causing a freight car loaded with shells to ignite and set off the incident. Germany has been absolved by the mixed claims commission.

Macon Ervin J. Smith New Jersey Germany Mixed Claims Commission Smith

Gurley Takes Deacon Vows After Tobacco Abstinence

H. L. Gurley of Brookton Georgia has pledged abstinence from tobacco following physician advice. He has been ordained a deacon under Methodist church statutes.

Atlanta H. L. Gurley Brookton

South picks two best young singers in national audition

Miss Mary George Cortner soprano from New Orleans and William Eugene Loper baritone from Jackson Miss were named best young singers in the south by judges and radio audience in the semi finals. They win gold medals and will compete in New York City on December 14 for a share of 25000 in awards and scholarships.

Washington Mary George Cortner New Orleans William Eugene Loper Jackson Miss South Suntry New York City Atwater Kent Foundation Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana Tennessee Kentucky Nashville Tenn Miss Cortner Mr. Lopez Leoncavallio Tulane University Greenwood Dixie District Cial Network Thelma Verneuille Mobile Ala Louise Knight Whitten Memphis James Sheets Martin S. Ellis New York United States Washington, D. C Metropolis

Clorifying Your Gal F 1930 Hair Care Advice

A historical piece advises on aging hair from Mt. Vernon era to modern times. It notes heredity and stress influence graying, promotes tonics that whiten gray hair without bleaching, and warns against heat and staining for emerging grays. It mentions French Bluing and a henna shampoo powder to enhance vitality without changing natural color.

Martha Washington Mt. Vernon

Confederate flag maker honored in Fletcher memorial

Orren Randolph Smith, designer of the Confederate flag, was honored with a dedicatory marker at Calvary Episcopal Church in Fletcher near Asheville. The ceremony drew about 1,000 attendees despite rain, with speakers including Clyde Hoey and Rev. Clarence Stuart McClellan Jr. Jessica Randolph Smith presented the original flag copy.

Asheville N. C Calvary Episcopal Church Fletcher Lere

Three boys joyride in stolen car from Greensboro

In Greensboro three youths aged 10 to 11 took a stolen automobile for a joy ride to Winston-Salem and back, with Harold Engle, 10, driving for the first time while the vehicle’s theft is noted. In Winston-Salem, police arrest Harry Morrell known as The Banana Man after officers discover a bottle of rum at his stand amid odd combo claims of watermelon and corn whiskey.

Greensboro N. C Winston- Salem Harold Engle Winston-Salem Harry Morrell

Police Stop Reveals WV Theft Confession

Winston Salem report says Officer C G Ballard stopped Bill Williams a Charleston West Virginia youth, who confessed to stealing a car in Hillsboro after being alerted to a traffic law violation.

Winston-Salem C. G. Ballard Bill Williams Charleston W. Va Williams Hillsboro

Spartanburg Opens Unique New Industry In Sc

Spartanburg S C with the spotlight on a unique new industry touted as the first of its kind in the area. Local officials predict growth, jobs, and regional impact as the venture moves from announcement to operation.

Spartanburg S. C

Waistband Maker for Men and Boys Dominates South Market

The Southern Waist Band Company specializes in manufacturing waistbands for men's and boys' clothing, expanding its regional footprint and market presence.

South Southern Waist Band Company

Ingenious mother enforces clock punch for large family

A creative mother with a large brood has devised a morning and evening time clock. Children must punch in when arising and punch out when going to bed, enforcing a strict daily routine.

Louisiana Salt Mines Produce Over 500000 Tons Annually

Three salt mines in Louisiana yield more than 500000 tons of salt each year, highlighting the state's significant mineral production.

Louisiana

Stamps for Canning Practical Helpers for Home Cooks

Many housekeepers find rub stamps handy for stamping names on cans and jars or preserving foods. The note suggests stamps help organize pantry stock and identify contents during home canning efforts.

North Carolina Imports Record Wheat Volume

North Carolina imports more than 8,006,000 bushels of wheat annually in grain and bread form, reflecting a substantial demand.

North Carolina

Kansas Plans $2,000,000 State Highway Program

Kansas announces a winter construction program with a total budget of 2 million dollars aimed at building and resurfacing highways across the state. State officials emphasize job creation and improved rural and urban routing.

Kansas

Also Mentioned on This Page

Emama Blair Mildred Wessinger Emma Blair WBIG ELM Street P. T. A Parent-Teacher Association of Elm Street MR. and Mrs. Monroe Circle Silhouette Circle Four First Presbyterian Church Miss Hatch Kester Furniture Company W. P. Pickett North Main Street Mrs. Mason P. R. Mason Thomasville 8. Mason John Mason Gastonia J. H. Brewer J. C. Alexander Statesville Lula Jones T. Brown Rudd Newsome Lexington J. L. Crouse Jamie Moffitt’s Woman's Club Official Bureau Weather Report Atlantic City Birmingham Chicago Mo Columbia Denver Detroit el Paso Galveston Greenville Hatteras Jacksonvilel Key West Meridian Miami Raleigh San Antonio San Mrrs Holton Walter Bowers Associated Press DIXIE Wiies W.E. Loper NEA Service,inc Orren Randolph Smith Westminster Abbey of South Hell Cleavac Dolmans Stephen’s Nomse Eureka Philadelphia Clinard Electric Company College Street High Point
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