Morrison urges property classification to revise North Carolina tax
Dr. Fred W. Morrison, secretary of the state tax commission, argues the proposed constitutional amendment to replace uniform property tax with classification would bring fairer taxation, benefiting both parties. He cites intangible property and timber as examples, notes increased overall taxes since 1920, and urges legislature to grant classing power to reduce inequities and prevent tax shifting.
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Morrison
Tate
North Carolina
Call for a New City Charter to Fix Tax Provisions
The article argues the current City Charter tax section is vague and incomplete and causes uncertainty in tax collection. It urges adopting a state revisional foreclosure mechanism, aligning charter with general statutes, and adopting a new charter promptly to avoid conflicts and restore public confidence.
Passion Play Impresses with Scale and Devotion
A German Passion Play drawn from the Bible captivates a six thousand strong audience with strong tableaux and choral scenes. While praising the mob pages and religious reverence, the reviewer notes some Sanhedrin overemphasis and debates the prominence of Christ amid strong Judas and Caiaphas performances.
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Anylody
Jesus
Temple
Judas
Luggage and Jewelry Seized by New York Customs
Jewelry valued at 50,000 dollars and luggage from the liner Berengaria were held by customs in New York for appraisal and penalties involving Mrs. Joseph P. Long, a Chicago widow.
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New York
Joseph P. Long
Chicago
Slayings Spark Fear of Turf War in Chicago Gangland
Police view Jose Aiello's assassination as a possible prelude to more gang violence in Chicago. They warn Bugs Moran may be targeted next as authorities report a major department shakeup and ongoing probes into the 1929 Moran followers killings.
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Aiello
Chicago
Jose Aiello
Alfonso Capone
George
Bugs) Moran
Chicago Herald and Examiner
al Capone
Capone
John Alcock
Jack McGurn
Moran
Young people present program at city churches
City services feature Youth and Christian Endeavor programs at Wesley Memorial First Reform and other churches. First Baptist hosts Mission Day with Mrs Matthews guiding programs. Dr Conrad preaches on Unconscious Influence and The Christian Home. Various Sunday school and evening worship themes noted.
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Wesley Memorial Methodist Church
First Reformed
First Baptist State
First Baptist Church
S. R. Matthews
A. B. Conrad
Reformed Church
W.R. Shaffer
Christian Endeavor
R. I. Farmer
C. R. Hinshaw Lautheran
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
United Lutheran Church In America
Milwaukee
Wis
Bids Sought for Police and Fire Uniforms in High Point NC
The City of High Point invites sealed bids by 8 p m on Tuesday November 4 1930 to furnish uniforms for the Police and Fire Departments. Specifications available from City Manager E M Knox. Bids require a 5 percent certified check and must be enclosed in sealed envelopes marked Proposals for Furnishing Police and Fire Department Uniforms. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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High Point
Council Chamber
North Carolina
E. M. Knox
Church Events Mark Close of Youth Week Programs
The church hosts a musical program closing Childhood and Youth Week. Church school gathers at 9 45 a m with Junior church at 11 a m. Epworth League meets tomorrow at 7 30 p m in the church basement. St Mary's Episcopal North Main and Farris holds Holy Communion at 8 a m and morning prayer with sermon The Great Example at 11 a m. Church school meets at 9 30 a m and the Young People's Service League convenes at 6 30 p m with Miss Hayden 400 East Washington Street. Services for All Saints' Day are at 10 a m on Tuesday and Saturday.
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Epworth League
St. Mary's Episcopal
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
North Main
Farris Avenue
Young People’s Service League
Hayden
East Washington Street
S. S. Simon and Jude
All Saints’ Day
Lam Would Be At Home With Lawmakers In National Council
A letter from M. L. Kesler endorses Mr. Lamm for the Seventh District, praising his thoughtful approach and independence from bitter partisan politics. Kesler emphasizes Lam’s suitability for national legislative duties and recommends him to voters.
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Lam
M. L. Kesler
Burrus Speaks To Crowd At Pomona
Dr. J. T. Burrus the Democratic state senate candidate addressed a large audience at Pomona Community hall last night. He criticized current campaign tactics and urged a higher standard, opposing bickering backbiting and underhand methods.
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Burrus
Pomona
J. T. Burrus
State Senate
Pleasant Garden High School
Robert Davis Improves at Home After UNC Campus Incident
Robert Davis, son of Councilman W. A. Davis and a University of North Carolina student, was found unconscious on the UNC campus last Thursday. He remained in a Durham hospital until Friday and was reported improving at his parents' Woodrow Avenue home.
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Robert Davis
W. A. Davis
University of North Carolina
Woodrow Avenue
Durham
Airplanes used to patrol salmon grounds in Alaska
Airplanes are used by the Bureau of Fisheries to patrol salmon grounds in southeastern Alaska, supporting enforcement, monitoring, and conservation efforts. The patrols help track salmon runs and protect habitats along coastal waters.
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Bureau of Fisheries
Alaska
Scouts to choose Uw arrie Harmon Foundation award rep
A Scout officials meeting will select Uw arrie council's candidate for the Harmon Foundation Award Scholarship. Three finalists from High Point Salisbury and Lexington will compete, broadcast at 6 30 pm on WBIG. The prize carries 100 for education at a chosen college or school.
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Uwharrie Council
H. A. Millis
Uwharrie
Harmon Foundation
Salisbury High Point
Lexington
Salis
Court of Honor
WBIG
Harmon
High Point
United States
Robert Hubbard
Troop 7
University of North Carolina
Peyton Moffitt
Troop 4
High Point College
Trio Arrested On Liquor Charges Near Shepherds Garage
Three arrests on liquor charges were made last night at 10 by state highway patrol officers in front of Shepherds Garage south of the city. Gus Griffith arrested with Victor Fowler 17 in a Ford coupe holding three half gallon jars of whiskey. Hobson Strickland was also arrested when a pint of liquor dropped from his pocket. All three are held for trial. Lieutenant Early noted other arrests for improper lights.
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Shepherd’s
Gus Griffith
Victor Fowler
Sophia Boy
J. B. Stafford
W. B. Lance
Hobson Strickland
T. A. Early
Early
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Tax Commission
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West Washington St
Minnie
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Genoa
South America
Calvary
Simon
Christ
Anton Lang
Caiaphas
Moore's Book Store
Capitol
Jefferson Davis
George Washington
Jefferson
Statuary Hall
Washington
Congress
U. S. Navy
John and
David Ware
Mooresville
N. C
U. S. S. Vestal
Wesley Memorial Church
Green Street
Wesley Memorial
John W. Moore
Trio
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