Methodist Conference at High Point Brings Change and Praise
The Western North Carolina Conference of the Methodist Church met in High Point. Delegates and ministers discussed new appointments, with many changes and mixed feelings among congregations. Wilson Weldon, praised for service in High Point, moves to Thomasville, bringing optimism for continued church work.
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Western North Carolina
The
Methodist Church
High Point
North Main Street
Notre Dame
Wilson Weldon
Thomasville
Memorial Methodist
Church
Hunger and thirst for righteousness explored in faith
A religious reflection on the Beatitude hunger and thirst for righteousness. It traces meaning from spiritual hunger to divine fulfillment, cites Jesus teaching, Paul exhortation, and quotes George Eliot to emphasize humility, mercy, and giving. The piece contrasts earthly cravings with spiritual nourishment and concludes with a call to live in God’s fullness.
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Jesus
Richmond
States
Jacob's Well
Earth
George Eliot
Paul
Corinthians
Capitol Square By Lynn Nisbet
A Raleigh column notes Democratic rallies from Asheville to Salisbury show steady gains for the party's ticket. Attendees applaud Truman at western meetings but soften toward the national race in the east. Fish feeds and barbecues boost turnout, with tribute to Doughton and Bulwinkle. Voter registration drive heightens expectations for November 2.
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Asheville
Salisbury
Far West
Morganton
Rutherfordton
Truman
D. A. McCormick
Capus Waynick
Rutherford County
Salisubry
Robert L. Doughton
Democracy
Congress
Ways and Means Committee
National House of Representatives
A. L. Bulwinkle
Monroe Redden
Hamilton C. Jones
North Carolina
Farmers bag vegetables to guard against frost
A report notes farmers cover vegetable plants with paper bags to shield crops from frost damage. A separate survey finds about 47 percent of U.S. families hold savings deposits. The text references large scale manufacture but lacks complete details.
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U. S
Wallace and the Communist Claim in Henry Wallace's Campaign
The essay argues Henry Wallace’s Progressive bid is a Communist front and his numbers will fall from spring estimates. It claims Communist influence taints his support among labor and Black voters, warning the Kremlin-aligned platform undermines his standing and political future.
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Henry Wallace
Henry
Wallace
Progressive Party
United States
Kremlin
Communist Party
People's Party
New Progressive Party
Dewey rally plots foiled in Missoula paint stunt
In a satirical travelogue by George Dixon, a GOP paint plot to embarrass Dewey during a Missoula Montana rally is detailed. A Republican painter allegedly tampered with seats to leave a green stain, prompting calls from GOP and CIO factions and a humorous dig at politics and photographers.
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Washington
Thomas E. Dewey
New York
United Tates
Missoula
Montana
Dewey
University of Montana
Wallace
Republican
CIO
Winchell Memo Column Snippets From Post Era Gossip
A collage of celebrity anecdotes and rumors notes Winthrop Rockefeller’s quirky hospital chat and gift gesture, Tallulah Bankhead’s plans, Leni Riefenstahl’s film career push, Ilse Koch and Frau Koch references, and early 1940s Hollywood intrigues. Some items imply legal or moral questions surrounding Rex Ingram and a teen case.
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Tallulah Bankhead
Truman
Pennsyl Railroad
Miami
Leni Riefenstahl
Goebbels
Ilse Koch
Frau Koch
New York chatter on drinks and media moves
Journal notes discuss Moscow Mule hype via photographer Jerry Zerhe in a Societicians scene. Mentions Tide magazine sale talks led by Reginald Clough and editor Mary McCarty, with playful sniping about spelling and Savoy Plaza ownership.
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Moscow
Jerry Zerhe
Societicians
Trib
John Crosbys
Tide
Business Mag
Raymond Rubicam
Reginald Clough
Mary McCarty
Savoy Plaza
Szongies of Hungary dazzle with ballet spins at Le Directoire
The Szongies, a brother sister dance team from Hungary, captivate at Le Directoire with precise ballet spins and graceful style. Abe Burrows is booked at L D starting Oct 21 after recent Ciro's engagement in Hollywood. An admirer threw a sock at Joan Brandon from Horse Shoe, sidelining her briefly and scaring those involved. Pierre operators report guests who fail to answer are met with silence.
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Bostwick
le Directoire
Szongies
Hungary
Abe Burrows
Ciro’s
H'wood
L’d
Joan Brandon
Advert Exec Blocks Televised Dowager Puppet
A promotional executive refused permission for Walton O'Rourke to televise a celebrated dowager puppet. Meanwhile a gangster married to a named singer is noted. Orson Welles Macbeth receives a Medal of Special Merit amid Italian critics' defense. Disc jockeys must watch Blue Barron's new song. A national campaign aims to shape male attire and appearance in mags. The Las Vegas-starved stage role for Nevada Smith is confirmed. A Parisian ballet star connected to a Nazi general during the occupation is mentioned.
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Exec
Walton O'Rourke
Parents Magazine
Orson Welles
Macbeth
Blue Barron
Nevada Smith
la Dollpuss
Press Secretary Hagerty Cited In Mocked Speeches Remark
The passage singles out reporters as scapegoats. Hagerty is described as broken up and silent on the beef. He says the doors must stay closed to keep townsfolk from hearing his sobs.
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Mr. W
Winthrop Rockefeller
Polyclinic Hospital
Zillionaire
Rockefeller
Winthrop
James C. Hagerty
Charlie Ross
Dewey
White House
Hagerty
Countess Ettie von Wurm now Countess Reychold in San Francisco
The Countess Ettie von Wurm branding as Countess Reychold lives in San Francisco after a rapid annulment scandal with Clendennin Ryan and subsequent deportation. She has since married four times, with no further details on each union. The column also notes other society mentions and Broadway references without firm claims.
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Ettie von Wurmbrand Stuppach
Clendennin Ryan
San Francisco
Countess Reychold
Tito
Ahem
Kinka Milanov
U. S
E. Gaafar
Bill Bertolotti
Greenwich Village
Uptown Buses Stopped on Odd Streets
Notes on bus routing say uptown buses now stop on odd-numbered streets while downtown uses even, aiding right turns for autos and cabs. A police suggestion sparked the plan and midtown tie ups are down 23 percent.
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Dammer
Midtown
P.c
Frank McInerney
Hogan's Irish House
Martha Cuneo
Stork
LaBelle Piaf
Marcel Cerdan
Paree
Pat” Dan
T. Dorsey
Ontario
Lumbus Ave
Quotes From Leaders On Peace And Study Habits
The remarks include Governor Earl Warren on aggression and fear, Captain Eddie Rickenbacker urging time in air power for world peace, and a suggestion to relocate a study lamp when youths study at the dining room table. The quotes reflect midcentury concerns about security and practical family guidance.
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Eddie Rickenbacker
Eastern Airlines
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