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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1927
Page
2
Rumor spreads that four councilmen are deadlocked on electing a fifth member to replace the late Charles F. Blake. Officials refuse to confirm or discuss the matter publicly while noting demand for a fifth member to represent the public.
All banks will be closed Friday in observance of Armistice Day. Schools remain open with a special program planned in each city school. Government offices will also shut for the day.
Albert B. Fall, ill here, rests comfortably as his secretary H. G. Clunn reports. The former interior secretary, a defendant with Harry F. Sinclair in the oil conspiracy case, is declared a non compos mentis and will be allowed to travel to New Mexico, likely Saturday, unless a relapse occurs.
Wachovia Bank and Trust Company reports deposits surpassing 50 million dollars, with total resources rising to 56,069,796.07 as of October 10 1927. The bank’s capital stock stands at 2.5 million with a surplus of 2 million, loans and investments near 31 million, and cash and due from banks at about 12.68 million.
A drug advertises Creomulsion as a two fold remedy for persistent coughs colds and bronchial issues. It claims creosote plus healing elements soothe inflamed membranes stop irritation and combat germs with blood absorption and stomach delivery. The ad guarantees satisfaction or money back and urges readers to consult a druggist.
The YMCA basketball season opens with the first practice at 9 o clock in the Y gymnasium. All players hoping to make the team are asked to report tonight.
Wachovia Bank outlines remarkable growth since 1893 with resource increases of 36 3841 percent and deposits up over 1000 percent since 1911. The Wachovia Loan and Trust merged with Wachovia National Bank, creating the enlarged institution with offices in Asheville Salisbury High Point Winston-Salem Trade Street Raleigh and more. Col. F. H. Fries has led the bank since 1893 and previously led the American Bankers association Trust Company Section. Officials note Wachovia’s strong national recognition and aim for further expansion.
Democratic nominees for the Virginia general assembly generally prevailed in the election but incomplete returns required a full count in southwest Virginia to decide contested races. In Lee county M R Kirk trailed T B Fugate, in Scott county Mitchell Taylor led W H Johnson, and in Henry county Reed Stone led Sallie Booker. George B Keensell and Ralph Dader appeared to win Rockingham against Republicans.
Washington reports a 19.2 percent rise in gasoline tax receipts in the first six months, totaling 101,250,841 dollars as 4.919 billion gallons were consumed. Vehicle registrations grew 7 percent while consumption up 11.4 percent. taxes prevail in all but two states, with New York and Massachusetts not taxing gasoline. The June 3 date ranged 2 to 5 cents a gallon, averaging 2.55 cents.
Greensboro officials reported Rob ert C. Powell of Raleigh named adjutant of the North Carolina American Legion. General Albert Cox outlined a regional membership drive with a 15 900 goal and new district quotas. Silver cups honored Jack Edwards Henry Stevens Tom Byrd Robin Kirby James Leonard Paul Younts. A travel officer and post officers meeting were noted for 1928.
Blossoms from eight states gathered at Asheville for the Southeastern Florists association annual convention. Florists from Alabama Florida Georgia Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee and Louisiana presented their blooms in a show covering over 23 000 square feet of floor space with terraces lined with blossoms.
In Louisville on November 9, Judge Flem D. Sampson, the Republican candidate, held an 8,857 vote edge over Democrat J. C. W. Beckham based on incomplete unofficial returns from 117 of 120 counties. Sampson led 329,623 to 320,766 amid debate over Kentucky betting parimutuel proposals. Louisville Mayor O Neal lost to Republican William B. Harrison by 3,772 with 21 precincts still unofficial.
A black satin daytime blouse features a moulded silhouette with a jabot of pink lace and pink cuffs visible inside the black cuffs, creating a contrasting decorative detail.
Raleigh November 9 AP Incorporated D P Lumber Company of Asheville to manufacture lumber and products authorized capital stock 1000 shares par value stock subscribed 3 shares By John B E Patton Mark Patton of Asheville and M 38 Dillingham of Dillingham N C Young Men Shop Incorporated of Asheville to run a men s clothing shop authorized capital 20000 subscribed 11000 By T P Young L Roy Young and C M Fortune Superior Products Company of Durham to manufacture toilet articles authorized capital 40000 subscribed 300 By G B Cheek C T Cheek and T T Pickett Dependable Hosiery Mills Incorporated of Liberty to manufacture and sell hosiery authorized capital 125000 subscribed 25000 By E W Fuller Raeford Thos A Johnson C P Smith Jr and others of Liberty
Guilford school board met for several hours to review bids on the consolidated Oakshade and Springfield schools in High Point township. Bids were higher than expected, with a target price around 50 000 dollars. Architect Herbert Hunter of High Point prepared the plans, and the contract will be let soon to have the building ready for next school year.
Madame C. C. Wu wife of the Nanking nationalist foreign minister was freed by Tientsin police after nearly a month in custody. No charges were filed and she will sail for Shanghai on the next ship.
Walter M. Stanland Brunswick county court recorder near Calabash was to stand trial in Wilmington on liquor cache charges. Co defendants George Williams James Nolan Maynard Hennhan Jerre Davis R E Snow A R Petty and Ralph Jones listed as Charleston addresses in the same raid case from several months earlier.
Stomach digestion is explained and a remedy is urged for indigestion. The ad claims excess acids irritate the stomach and cause sour risings and bloating, recommending Pap e's Diapepsin tablets from drug stores to dissolve acids and restore appetite. Over a million packages are used yearly.
A resident from High Point North Carolina praises Herb Extract formerly called Herb Juice for relief from constipation indigestion and low energy. He notes dramatic health gains a hearty endorsement from a local demonstrator and mentions Hart Drug Company and Fordham's Drug Store as sale points.
Rev. Mark L. Carlisle pastor of Central Methodist Church in Spartanburg died early today after a brief illness. He was 64 and one of the state’s best known ministers.
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