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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1950
Page
9
A narrator recalls three years of holiday gifting shaped by golf clubs. He received a tiny amount of cash from donors, bought second-hand clubs for 30 dollars, and later pursued a fuller set, aided by a modest stash and a forgiving game, signaling a holiday reflection on giving and aspiration.
Thomasville proceeds headline with a merged relief effort the Community Christmas Party formed from the Empty Stocking Fund and the annual Christmas party. Ga Davis to chair with plans for a community tree food checks and toys announced later. Funds go to the needy with volunteers and no salaries.
Red Cross bloodmobile will visit High Point on December 6 and 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the city schools administration building on English Street. Billy Sheloff urges donations from food manufacturers wholesale grocers public service employees High Point College staff and students and others who missed the October visit. A total of 885 pints have been donated toward a 2000 pint yearly goal. Two shipments have already been sent from High Point to Korea.
Thomasville report notes Ev erette Allison 29 of 123 College Street withdrew his appeal of a judgment finding violation of the prohibition law. The sentence 90 days suspended two years for good behavior, two years barred from Phylo May's premises, plus $25 and costs, followed a whiskey raid that led to a murder charge against Allison and Otho Conner. The murder trial is set for January term in Davidson County Superior Court.
The FBI announces the arrest of Herman Ellington of Henderson a used car dealer for receiving stolen automobiles transported across state lines from the greater Boston area to North Carolina Charles W Brown Charlotte NC FBI special agent in charge said Ellington is charged with receiving stolen autos moved across state lines and processed in NC
A confessed Soviet engineer group leader says British support waned after 1929 and lists France, Poland, Romania, Jugoslavia as conspirators. Other notices warn of extreme cold across the southern states, while cashing checks faced scrutiny as winter approached. November 26, 1940.
Postmaster Clark urged timely mailing for this year’s Christmas volume. He outlined deadlines for distant and nearby gifts, local vs out of town mail slots, and advised use of two cent stamps on unsealed ecards, with overseas cards sealed and three cent per ounce. One daily residential delivery will continue during the rush.
A defense mobilization and small business clinic will be held in Greensboro all day Wednesday to outline plant roles in the national defense program. The event is hosted by the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce with sponsors including the North Carolina Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and UNC School of Business.
Howard H. Briles, 22, of Culbreth avenue, was arrested on Salem street and charged with indecent exposure. He posted bond for a trial set December 1.
City council will discuss its legislative program and meet the Guilford delegation in conference. Councilman John Clinard pushes for staggered four and two year terms to maintain experienced leadership, while Mayor Bailey plans to present several small items. State and local issues include social security legislation, a municipal road commission proposal, and concerns over highway funds equity.
Weather notes show today's high near eight degrees above yesterday and a low around twelve, with no heavy snow expected soon. Police records report nine arrests since Saturday morning and several ice related crashes on King Street and nearby intersections, prompting cautious travel as crews address slick streets.
Santa Claus arrives at seven to open the town's Christmas season in High Point. He rides a fire truck down North Main to South Main near Russell Street with bands, gifts, and downtown decorations set to attract shoppers. Merchants report early activity and expect a strong holiday season.
Ice blanketed Thomasville and the region as four mishaps occurred. Mrs. W L Brinkley suffered a compound leg fracture after a yard fall and a truck collision near Unity Methodist church. Mrs. Lola Todd, driver of a car in High Point, was treated for a knee injury.
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