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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1931

Page

7

White Listings Offer Investable Properties in Town

WHITES LISTINGS advertise a new English and Burton Streets filling station leased to an oil company until March 1934 with strong 14 percent gross yield. Also offered is a Burton Street bungalow for 2350 financed by Building & Loan with about 500 cash needed. A fine Asheboro Road lot under predate at 400 and neighborhood auctioned lots at 750. White's Listings promote multiple properties to fit needs, with Hood Bank Building contact and office and residence phones.

English Burton Streets Oil Company Burton Street Asheboro Road Cross Road Whin Hood Bank

China Faces War Threat Amid East Asia Tensions

Chiang Kai-shek warned of possible war as Manchurian crisis challenges global diplomacy. The United States debates whether to wait for the League of Nations or invoke existing treaties to curb the rising conflict between China and Japan. Secretary Stimson weighs options as tensions escalate.

Chiang Kei-Shek China Japan Stimson League of Nations United States

United States Warns of Peace Efforts to End Manchuria Clash

Washington reports that America will mobilize the mightiest peace forces if needed to stop hostilities in Manchuria. It has pressed the League of Nations to exercise full pressure and authority within its competence to halt the outbreak between Japan and China.

Washington America Manchuria League of Nations Japan

Attendance records at First Reformed Church mark a big day

Yesterday the First Reformed Church surpassed prior records with Sunday School attendance at 311 against a 300 goal. The morning worship saw the largest communion turnout on record and 25 new members joined. Rev. W. R. Shaffer spoke on Zwingli and Luther, urging unity and heroic faith. Fall Rally Day set for next Sunday with a 235 attendance goal.

First Reformed Church W. R. Shaffer Ulrich Zwingli Zwingli Luther Christ Christian Church The Reformed Church

World crisis as spiritual rebirth urged by Rev Sykes

Reverend Yom A. Sykes at Central Friends church urged Christians to rediscover the road to God amid world turmoil. He warned against spiritual drift and urged personal renewal, compassion for others, and steadfast faith. He cited Paul and historic faith to emphasize endurance and active Christian witness.

Central Friends Church Yom A. Sykes Paul God Jesus

Charlotte Schoolboys' Pennies Aid Williams Plane Repair

Charlotte scene reports schoolboys and adults pooling funds to repair Al Williams's $15,000 plane after a crash at the airport. Initial contributions reached $259.99 as fans recall his 14 years in service and the Schneider cup holder’s effort to rejoin the sky. Williams cited water in gasoline for the crash during the finale of the southern air pageant. Tex Rankin staged 131 outside loops, besting Roy Hunt's 124 to cap the show.

Charlotte al Williams Navy Williams Army Navy Land Eecmeer Tex Rankin Portland Ore Roy Hunt Oklahoma

Conrad Talks On Gods Candles At First Baptist

Dr A B Conrad preached on Gods Candles at the First Baptist church citing Proverbs 20 27 The spirit of man is the candles of the Lord He urged the illuminated life lights the world via God and human witness noting many fall short of lighting others and stressing the need for Holy Spirit ignition in everyday conduct.

A. B. Conrad First Baptist Church God Jesus Christ John Henry Martin

Disputed Household Altercation Over Table Incident

Mrs Garland testifies that Mr Ormant forcibly grabbed her and hurled her into a wall during a dispute over a table, witnessed by Mrs Culler. The Ozman ts dispute, claiming Mrs Garland entered unannounced, provoked the clash, and scratched Mrs Ozma nt, with alleged abuse of their young son and blasphemous language cited.

Reverend J M Hilliard Returned Home From Hospital

Rev J M Hilliard, a well known retired pastor of this city, had been ill for three days and was reported to be improving at his home after being dismissed from High Point hospital. He was described as in a serious condition late Saturday but was transferred home yesterday.

Ormant Garland Clifford Frazier Lewis E. Teague Ormants Mike Campbell Nellie Smith C. A. Gurgess John Brown Hoyt Hollifield Smith James McPherson BE. J. Everhart George Robb Andy Merrilees John Wright Rosa Lee Bass Julius Stack H. Brown Clyde Spoon City Stockade F. M. Stockton Cc. H. Freeman Williams J. D. Owens John Taylor Thomas Malpass Manuel Marshall Elmer Downes Pauline Cecil B. G. Lamb Leon McBride Luther Little Edgar Burchette B. C. Conner W. K. Lowell Willie Parsons J. M. Hilliard High Point Hospital

Carnival Employee Held At Lexington

Lexington October 12 Jack Little carnival worker who exhibited at the Davidson County fair was held for superior court on a $2000 bond for secret assault on Paul Hanes a Welcome section resident. Unable to post bond he was jailed to await the criminal court term beginning November 23.

Lexington Jack Little Davidson County Superior Court Paul Hanes Recorder’s Court Criminal Court

Shipping Board to Meet on Extending Disposal Time

Washington October 12 The Shipping Board will meet tomorrow to consider an extension of time for disposing of the United Clear Lue.

Shipping Board Washington

Local hospital earns place on American College list

The High Point hospital was approved by the American College of Surgeons and placed on the national approved list during the 21st Clinical Congress in New York City. The College announced 3,219 U S hospitals, including 32 in North Carolina, gained approval with 19 receiving conditional ratings amid a nationwide push for higher standards in personnel, management, and equipment.

High Point American College of Surgeons United States Clinical Congress of Surgeons New York City North Carolina Franklin H. Martin Canada Malcolm T. McEachern Cana

Seidman Honored With Commission To Tax Conference

Governor Roosevelt announces M. L. Seidman of New York as representative to the National Tax Association’s twenty fourth annual taxation conference in Atlanta the week of October 12. Seidman, CPA and taxation author, has appeared before the U S Board of Tax Appeals and advised the New York Board of Trade on tax law revision. The convention aims to simplify laws and promote uniform tax systems nationwide amid rising tax concerns. Governor Russell of Georgia will address the conference.

Roosevelt M. L. Seidman New York National Tax Association Atlanta Georgia Seidman Seidman and Seidman Certified Public Accountants United States Board of Tax Appeals New York Board of Trade State Commission Smith Russell

Senators Glass Robinson Not So Strong For Pool

A fragment from a congressional record mentions Senators Glass and Robinson in a discussion about banking and credit, with emphasis on strengthening credit and reviving business. The text notes committee roles and pending measures, though the full context is incomplete.

Senators Robinson

Plan to unload frozen securities at Federal Reserve banks

The speaker asserts a calculated plan to unload frozen securities at Federal Reserve banks and states intent to claim privilege and confer with committee members during efforts to perfect the plan.

Federal Reserve

Bishop Cannon Opposes Liquor Legalization and Prohibition Reform

A bishop denounces beer as sickening and opposes amending the Volstead act while backing strict enforcement. He cites religious and moral concerns, questions government support for grape products, and recalls strong warnings about liquor. He also shifts to concerns over marriage decay as prohibition remains the focus.

Hoover Franklin D. Roosevelt Mabel Walker) Willebrand Bishop Cannon Mencken

Hoover Addresses Police Convention

Speech emphasizes police as frontline in crime fight and calls for public support. Urges backing from communities, prosecutors, and courts to close legal loopholes and reduce crime while praising officers who risk their lives in protection of citizens.

State Fair Opens With Best Farm Display Yet Seen

The fair opened with bustling grounds and a full midway setup. Officials note more cattle on exhibit than ever and an evident bountiful crop year reflected in county and community agricultural displays showcasing a wide range of vegetables, fruits, nuts, and other farm products available in the state.

Mammoth County

Judge Warns Capone Henchman Near Wilkerson

An al Capone henchman was stopped near Judge Wilkerson as he left the room for carrying a weapon and was sent to county jail for the weekend. Capone’s income tax case was delayed by the D Andrea contempt of court action and several others. Capone was not in the courtroom.

Wilkerson Capone D’andrea D'Andrea Albert Fink OTS Uae

Last Rites Held For Mrs Hodgins

Funeral services for Mrs. Eliza beth Hodgins died at her daughter’s home, 710 South Hamilton, Saturday afternoon. Services were at Pilgrim's Holiness church on South Hamilton with Rev. W A Wade and Rev. Troy Vaughn in charge. A quartet and choir performed favorite selections, including Yes Dear Mother I'll Meet You and There'll Be No Disappointment In Heaven. Pallbearers named E L Franklin, B W Marshall, A C Dowdy, M P Briles, E W Jennings, H W Rich. Floral bearers included Mesdames Brownie Brown, Fela McKinney, Dockery Nance, Ruth Smithson, and Misses Edna Dicks, Ethel Kennedy, Cleo Franklin, Millie Sink, Mary Andrews, Bessie Ward, Ruth Kearns. After High Point services, body sent to Bethel church Alamance county for interment. Large attendance from High Point and Alamance communities.

Elizabeth Hodgins C. L. Ruth South Hamilton Street Pilgrim’s Holiness Church W. A. Wade Pilgrim's Holiness Church Greensboro Troy Vaughn Thomasville Church Ernest Albertson Melvin Howard Charlie Vincannon Alvin Brown E. L. Franklin B. W. Marshall A. C. Dowdy M. P. Briles E. W. Jennings H. W. Rich Mesdames Brownie Brown Fela McKinney Dockery Nance Ruth Smithson

Parole Granted in Cannon’s Broker Case for Goldhurst

Goldhurst, to avert summoning Bishop Cannon as a witness, altered his plea and confessed his crime with a promise of a nominal sentence later reduced to parole or release. The federal parole board ordered his release next April. He is at Fort Meade near Washington. The case was handled under New York regime of former DA Tuttle and the board has not been asked to reopen proceedings.

Bishop Cannon Federal Parole Board Goldhurst Fort Meade Washington Justice Department New York Tuttle Parole Board Department of Justice

Gardner Speaks at Dedication of N C Building

Governor Gardner delivers a speech at Memorial Hall honoring figures like Davie Caldwell Polk Vance Morehead Aycock and others linked to the university and state history. He praises leaders who endured punishment and served the public welfare as the new N C building replaces a decayed structure.

William R. Davie Joseph Caldwell James K. Polk United States Zebulon B. Vance John M. Morehead Charles B. Aycock Memorial Hall

Judge rules guard case an indicting proceeding in Capone era trial

Wilkerson notes jurors cannot read newspaper accounts of the Capone case and know nothing of the Diaz case. The judge orders the guard’s case treated as an indicting proceeding and sees no reason why it should be delayed.

Wilkerson Capone

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