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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1926

Page

13

Michigan Nips Ohio State 17 16 in Classic Scarlet and Gray Showdown

In Columbus 189,000? fans saw Michigan narrowly defeat Ohio State 17 to 16 as Friedman’s 43‑yard field goal and a late pass play propelled the Wolverines. Ohio State’s Karow and Eby scored, but a missed drop kick by Clark and a pivotal fumbled punt swung the result Michigan’s way.

Columbus Michigan Ohio State Ohio Stadium Wolverines Buckeyes Benny Friedman Elmer Marek Buckeye Clark Friedman Gilber Qosterbaan Oosterbaan Hoffman Bell Eby Gilbert Oosterbann Fiedman Karon Grim

Kiwanis Delegate Whitener Reports Charleston District Meeting

The Rev. Milton Whitener of the First Reformed Church returned home after attending the Carolinas Kiwanis district meeting in Charleston November 11 and 12. He noted a large attendance of 277 men and 93 women, election of officers, Greensboro winning the attendance cap, and two key resolutions on forestry conservation and opposing lynching.

Milton Whitener First Reformed Church Carolinas Whitener Francis Martion Kiwanis Banquiet Francis Marion Kiwanis International John H. Moss Milwaukee James M. Lynch Florence S. C John A. Kellen Durham Aiken S. C Charleston R. John West Fort Moultrie Ford Sumter

Pinehurst Winter Program Is Made Public

Pinehurst announces a comprehensive winter sport schedule highlighting golf, tennis, polo, dogs, horses, archery and weekly events. The calendar runs November through April with major tournaments including the Carolina, United North and South, and midwinter championships, plus team and charity events.

Pinehurst Tin Whistle United North and South United North North Carolina Pinehurst Track

Concrete road building slows in fifth district evidence

After a hard surfaced Asheboro to Seagrove highway completion most concrete work on district roads is finished for now. The only ongoing project besides the Gate City model highway is Lexington street widening under J W Mills district engineer. No new hard surfacing contracts will be let until after the legislature convenes. Significant seal and maintenance work continues.

Asheboro Seagrove Fifth District High Point Greensboro Gate City J. W. Mills Lexington Mills

Building Permits Level Off After Big Week Drop

Building permits declined in the past week with only 32 350 issued over six days compared with 82 400 the week prior. November totals reach 114 750 while 30 day periods since September hover near 275 000. Largest single permit was 7 000 for a Chestnut street residence to C B Hauser, with a 38 000 dwelling on Farriss Avenue previously granted to J Ed Millis.

C. B. Hauser Chestnut Street Trenton Glen Alpine Streets J. Ed. Millis Farriss Avenue

Mixed Scotch golf tourney at local club near finish

The mixed Scotch golf tournament at the country club nears completion with several matches yet to play. Waynick leads Rochelle by one stroke and Wheeler by three. final rounds produced scores 46 49 46 placing Waynick first, Rochelle second, Wheeler third. Women leaders include Mrs. Waynick and Mrs. Welborn with 145 and 146 respectively. final reports may adjust standings.

Homer Wheeler T. V. Rochelle C. M. Waynick Waynick Rochelle Wheeler John Walker Tom Gold Alex Rankin Aving Waynick Theoman John Welborn Matt Wall Welborn R. B. Terry J. A. Morris Wall Mrs. Welborn Welborn Tre Lyman Redding

New Hi Y Club Welcomes Thirteen Members At Banquet

Thirteen new senior members were inducted into the Hi Y club of High Point High School at the first monthly banquet held in the Wesley Memorial Methodist church Sunday school room. The event featured speeches by Principal L. R. Johnson Coach Marlette and faculty member William C. King.

High Point High School Wesley Memorial Methodist Church Hoyle Lopp Bill Montgomery Obid Hancock Jack Tucker Walter Crouch John Herndon Eldridge Atkins Lee Clodfelter Howard Bryant Bill Copeland Tom Douglas Fred Watson Paul Apple Bob Myers L. R. Johnson Marlette Tru William C. King Henry Gurley Richard Armfield University of North Carolina Church Bill Edwards Charles Parker Henderson Rogers Stewart Clark Howard Rapier Kenneth Watson H. M. Patterson Bob Overman

Service Held for Loyce Leonard Jr

Funeral services for Loyce Leonard Jr who died at 822 Randolph Street were conducted at home at 10 o'clock yesterday morning Reverend T E F Pierce of Welch Memorial M P Church officiated Following the home service the remains were taken to Rich Fork Baptist Cemetery near Thomasville for burial

Loyce Leonard, Jr Randolph Street T. EF. Pierce Welch Memorial M. P. Church Rich Fork Baptist Cemetery Thomasville

Beautiful Pointer Owned By Dr Dyer Takes Prize

Dr John W Dyer’s liver and white pointer known as Dyer’s High Pointer won top open stakes at the Sedgefield field trials. The dog, his first open start, impressed officials with perfect bird work and was the sole placement among 28 entries boasting 172 total wins. The dog, bred and trained by Dyer, has also triumphed on the Pinehurst bench and is highly valued in Guilford County.

Dyer John W. Dyer Sedgefield Pinehurst Guilford County Kentucky

Hire Inspection To Start In High Point Monday Morning

High Point officials announce the annual fire prevention inspection will begin Monday morning with ward two examinations led by J. L. Sechrest and assistants. Inspectors will check roofs flues and fire hazards, noting prior year condemnations and the shift to non inflammable roofing across districts in order.

High Point J. L. Sechrest Sechrest

Ambulance Siren Sparks Miracle Recovery After Crash

A Spencer Coal truck driver overturned a vehicle near Briggs tree at about 8 30 pm. Spectators assumed he was dead until Yows ambulance arrived and he woke, then stood and left unaided. The driver's identity is not known.

Yow Spencer Coal Company Briggs Tree

Fellowship Week Observance At Local Y Groups

In observance of National Fellowship Week and Week of Prayer joint meetings of Girl Reserves Hi Y club Y M C A pioneers and elementary Girl Reserves are planned. Monday 8 40 a m high school building a joint meeting and prayer service. Wednesday afternoon at 2 30 at the Y W C A an elementary school group meeting. Friday 7 30 p m the annual Y M C A Y W C A gathering with a foreign missionary speaker. General prayer services expected daily.

Y. W. C. A. Organizations of America Assembly of the Christian Workers

North Carolina Leads Rise in State Power Output

North Carolina boosted its share of Appalachian states total electrical output from 19.80 percent to 25.22 percent in 1925, rising from sixth to fourth in fuel-based power. Developments include 83 000 hp on the Yadkin river near Norwood, 35 000 hp on the Pigeon river in Haywood County, and 40 000 hp at High Rock by Tallassee Power. The Pigeon river and Carolina Power and Light projects are underway with a 35 000 hp license pending, and Southern Power plans a 100 000 hp Duke plant at Salisbury.

Appalachian States North Carolina South Carolina Virginia Georgia Alabama Tennessee Carolina Power and Light Company Yadkin River Norwood Big Pigeon River Haywood County Tallassee Power Company High Rock Carolina Power and Slight Pigeon River Cmpany Southern Rower Company Salisbury Duke

Northwestern tramples Maroons 38 to 7 in mud

Northwestern, undefeated in the western conference, routed Chicago 38 to 7 before 47 000 fans in Chicago. The victory marked the Wildcats first win over the Maroons in ten years as they pressed toward at least a share of the title with Michigan.

Chicago Northwestern Michigan Maroons

River Dam 10 Be Started At Once In High Point

City officials approve a $332,800 dam across Deep River plus over $100,000 in water works. Grier Lowrance Construction, Lynchburg Foundry, and W. B. Higgins win bids out of 14. Local labor and suppliers will be prioritized, with completion targeted in one year.

Moffitt Grier Lawrence Construction Company Lynchburg Foundry Company W. B. Higgins Company Grier Lowrance Company Grier Lowrance Construction High Point

North Carolina Older Boys Club Meet Set for Winston-Salem

Over 40 members of the High Point Older Boys club will attend the eighth annual NC Older Boys clubs conference in Winston-Salem December 3 to 5 under the State YMCA. Duke University religion school dean Dr. E D Soper will deliver the principal address. Delegates Harold McCurdy of Salisbury and Henry Ruark of Raleigh will report on the Helsingfors world conference. Discussions will cover home church school community state and nation with a conference banquet on Saturday night December 4. All sessions at First Baptist church opening Friday at 7 p m.

High Point Older Boys North Carolina Winston-Salem State Young Men’s Christian Association E. D. Soper School of Religion Duke University Durham Helsingfors Finland Harold McCurdy Salisbury Henry Ruark Raleigh First Baptist Church

Auto Thieves Active in Sitv Report of Stolen Buick

A Buick coach owned by John Welborn was stolen Friday night from Welborn's garage on Thurston Street and found yesterday afternoon in Lexington undamaged. No arrests have been made. Similar auto theft attempts occurred in High Point this past week by two white men in dark suits with grey caps, suspected to be the same pair.

Budget Commission McLean Advisory Budget Commission General Assembly Arthur M. Dixon Gastonia R. S. McCain Henderson States of the Union Maryland Kentucky Virginia Tennessee New York Illinois Ohio West Virginia Massachusetts North Carolina John Welborn Welborn Thurston Street Lexington High Point

Greensboro Delights Guests On Briggs Avenue Homes

Misses Eva Pennington and Margaret Pender of Greensboro are weekend guests at the homes of Misses Cathleen Hepler and Mary Gibson on Briggs avenue.

Eva Pennington Margaret Pender Greensboro Cathleen Hepler Mary Gibson Briggs Avenue

YT Basketball Season Opens at YMCA With Returning Veterans

Friday night marked the YMCA basketball season start. The core squad returns except Massey, with captain Pennington, Roser, Ha worth, Daniel, Covington, and Haworth. New players include Coofer and Wilson, with potential college men expected next week. Practices set for Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Garland Daniel serves as team manager.

Massey Pennington Dutch Roser Raymond Haworth Daniel Covington Orville Haworth Coofer Winston- Salem Wilson Carolina Garland Daniel

Policeman Fires At Burglar After Grogan Struggle

In response to shrieks and a burglar alarm set off by Hoffman, the first officer on the scene fired at Beck as Grogan wrestled him. The shot went through Beck’s knee cap, then Grogan’s chest, causing his revolver to fall. Grogan later told doctors the assailant aimed for the clerk Jacobi, not the officers.

Hoffman Grogan Beck Jacobi

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