Prizes distributed by draw in Believe It or Not contest
The Enterprise outlines the Believe It or Not national contest prizes. Fourteen grand prizes include a 1939 Buick, Caribbean cruises, World's Fair trip, and Hollywood stay. Entries must prove truth, originate in the Americas, and be mailed by November 13 with proper eligibility rules and jury decisions by Ripley.
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Robert Ripley
North
Central
South America
U. S
Enterprise
Ripley
Grace Line
New York
United Airlines
Pennsylvania Hotel
San Francisco
American Airlines
Hollywood
Beverly Hills
Bermuda
Islands
United States
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Believe It Or Not, Inc
Eastern Airlines
Miami
Everglades Hotel
Florida Winter Playground
Funeral rites for Francis Womack of Reidsville
Francis Womack 74 died in Reidsville of heart trouble. He lived there 51 years after moving from Pittsboro and served as organist at First Presbyterian for almost 50 years, was former mayor and city commissioner. He is survived by his widow and is father to John A. Womack of High Point. He was brother to the late T B Womack of Raleigh and J P Womack of Reidsville. Funeral services were held at 4 PM at the Presbyterian church in Reidsville.
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Presbyterian Church
Reidsville
Francis Womack
John A. Womack
Edgedale Drive
High Point
Womack
Pittsboro
First Presbyterian Church
T. B. Womack
Raleigh
J. P. Womack
Mr. Womack
Pension officials accept proof of age in Iowa case
Des Moines Iowa officials granted an old age pension after a centenarian applicant supplied age proof. She presented two sons aged 72 and 79, prompting no challenge. Another claimant also secured approval by bringing a grandson who had previously qualified.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Navy Day Arrival Marks First Visit by Naval Vessel
The U. S. 8. Helm arrived at Morehead City for Navy Day observance becoming the first naval vessel to visit the new port.
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Morehead Morehead City
U. S
Helm
Beware The Cough From a Common Cold Ad
Ad copy promotes Creomulsion as a cure for lingering coughs from colds. It claims the formula soothes inflamed membranes and loosens phlegm. The advertisement emphasizes safety for adults and children and offers a refund if unsatisfied.
Deaf High School Building Contracts Awarded
Morganton Oct 27 Contracts for a 73000 dollar high school building at the North Carolina School for the Deaf were awarded today. W P Loftis and Company of Charlotte was the low bidder on the general contract.
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Morganton
North Carolina School
Navy Day Observances Highlight U S Naval Buildup
Washington marked Navy Day with public displays of ships and aircraft while the navy presses ahead with a billion dollar expansion act. President Roosevelt urged continued armament and readiness to deter aggression, as shipyards and plants boost warship and plane production. Local observances included port parades and demonstrations as officers gave speeches. Lieutenant Levi J. Roberts spoke at a Greensboro Navy Day luncheon.
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Washington
America
Naval Service
Roosevelt
Swanson
Theodore Roosevelt
ST. Roberts
Greensboro
Levi J. Roberts
Newport News
Luther League Southern District Meet Here Sunday
Luther League Kannapolis reports its fall meeting of the Southern District Luther League will be held here on Sunday. The event gathers church youth groups for regional activities and discussions.
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Luther League
Kannapolis
U S Cotton on Hand Totaled 11 436 000 Bales August 1
The U S Bureau of Agricultural Economics reports 11 436 000 bales of American cotton on hand in the United States as of August 1.
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U. S. Bureau of Agricultural Economical
United States
Mentholatum Advertisement Claims Fast Nasal Relief
A vintage ad promotes Mentholatum as a balm with menthol camphor and oils. It claims to clear mucus blockages and ease breathing by soothing vapors through the nose throat and chest. The copy urges readers to ask their druggist for Mentholatum.
Upward Turn in Federal Employment and Production
Secretary Perkins reported September gains in employment and industrial output. About 640,000 nonfarm jobs reemerged since June and 440,000 since August. The Federal Reserve index of industrial production rose to 90, the highest since 1937. Factory employment and payroll indices also advanced to 88.9 and 80.7 respectively.
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Washington
Perkins
Labor Department
Federal Reserve Board
Miss Perkins
Worker Return Figures Put at 9.25 Million in Nation
Officials estimate that about 9.25 million people have returned to work, with roughly 1,000,000 workers already back since June. The figures reflect ongoing recovery in the labor market and labor force reentry.
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Savoy Plaza
Central Park
Subway
Savoy-Plaza
Henry A. Rost
George Suter
Calst
Saasteed
AWAL
By Robt. Ripley
Chaunce
THE
Christian Church
Roy Ryan
Isemakany
Wolgast
Speedy Dado
AL Brown
K/D FRANCIS
U.S
Atlantic Gulf
Pacific
Mediterranean
Caribbean
Eastern Pacific
Asheville
Verne Rhoades
Frank Parker
City Planning Commission
West Africa
Hanes
Richardson
Vk Hehe
Hanes , Co
Winston-Salem
N. C
Glencoe
Columbia
S. C
EFIRD
Bele-Stevens CO
SALE
Maid OF Athens
Woop Ranges
Athens
Bartner Furniture Co
East Green Street
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