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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1929
Page
10
Robert Lucas a 23 year old from 412 Ennis Street attempted death by drinking lysol and chloroform liniment yesterday at home. He was discharged from Guilford General Hospital last night after a quick recovery and returned home. Police found no clear motive though he had hinted at getting “out of the way” days earlier.
US chewing gum shipments are sent to more than 75 countries, reflecting broad international demand for the product and strong overseas trade.
The second week of civil court opened with two divorces as the term reached ten total. Carrie Bowman received an absolute divorce from James Franklin Bowman amid an alimony dispute, while H G Campbell was granted an absolute divorce from Lillie Campbell after five years of separation. The local municipal court offers a convenient path for couples seeking relief, drawing attention statewide.
Rev E M Jones and Rev B T Gladden conducted the funeral services for Dorothy Lee Walker baby daughter of Mr and Mrs A W Walker of 242 Mill Street who died at home Sunday Pallbearers were F O Whitt C N Jarrett J M Cates and B T Gladden Interment was at Oakwood cemetery
The winter series at Central Friends church continues with 5 pm classes for boys and girls led by Prof. H. L. Artau and Mrs. H. S. Haworth plus Miss D. L. Barker. At 6 pm the Sunday school council meets as T. Wingate Andrews, city schools superintendent, speaks on church support for youth.
The first impeachment proceedings in U.S. history concerned William Blount, a Missouri senator, in 1799. The case marks the early use of impeachment powers in the young republic.
City council plans a semi monthly meeting to elect a clerk for the municipal court with temporary clerk Steve Ingram and Julian C. Franklin favored amid no official nomination. Other candidates include E. H. Smith and R. K. Snow. judge Teague is expected to leave selections to council members.
Police report two white girls Pearlie May Lucas aged 16 and Wilma Duncan aged 17 disappeared from the Lucas family home at 412 Ennis street last night around 7 30 pm. Pearlie is sister of Robert Lucas who attempted to kill himself by drinking Lysol and a liniment yesterday. Authorities say no trace of the girls found as of this afternoon with descriptions given of Mrs Duncan and Pearlie Lucas.
The Crescent Limited, a Southern Railroad all steel luxury train between New York and New Orleans, was displayed at the station for 12 minutes. About 250 High Point residents toured the re decorated coaches noting the new comforts, club car, observation car, ladies lounge, tea at 4 pm, and improved safety features. The article also reviews Madame X at the Broadhurst theater, praising Ruth Chatterton's performance as highly powerful and heartfelt.
The United States District Court in Greensboro orders public sale of multiple Guilford County tracts by J J Garland trading as Motor Service Company bankrupt. Sales begin October 17 1929 with several tracts offered at 10 00 AM and 11 30 AM on the premises and 2 30 PM for remaining lots. Purchases cash on confirmation, subject to listed mortgages and free of encumbrances. Trustee C C Barnhart authorizes sale with Z I Walser attorney.
In 1922 the United States held 163889 prisoners, of whom 9814 were women. The figure highlights gender distribution in the penal system and provides a snapshot of female incarceration for the year.
Scientists report that seismic waves travel between 470 and 530 feet each second as an earthquake splits through the crust. The range reflects variations in rock density and fault structure, affecting arrival times at distant locations.
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