Leonard Street P T A To Meet Tuesday Evening
Leonard Street school P T A will hold a meeting in the auditorium Tuesday evening at 7 30. All grade mothers are urged to attend as plans for forming a grade mothers singing group will be discussed.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1938
Page
9
Leonard Street school P T A will hold a meeting in the auditorium Tuesday evening at 7 30. All grade mothers are urged to attend as plans for forming a grade mothers singing group will be discussed.
A newly perfected speedometer features an illuminated indicator showing green for speeds up to 30 miles, amber from 30 to 50, and brilliant red for speeds above 50. The device promises quick visual readouts and improved safety with clear color signals.
President Roosevelt warned the world that the United States will defend the Western Hemisphere from foreign interference while desiring disarmament. He condemned force, exile, and repression, urging peaceful change and adherence to treaties, and said the US must meet any armed pressure until disarmament talks begin.
Miss Josephine Mendenhall known as Miss Jose, age 93, lifelong Trinity resident, died at her home after a brief illness. Born November 17, 1844 in Randolph County, she attended Trinity commencements with Dr Braxton Craven and remained active in Trinity Methodist Church and cottage prayer groups for over fifty years. Survivors include nieces and nephews. funeral at Trinity Methodist Church Friday at 2 30 led by Rev H M Robinson and Rev G W Williams. Burial in Trinity Cemetery.
A 38 year old chauffeur, missing with $119,050 in jewelry from Edward N Townsend Jr, was arrested for grand larceny. Detective James Green recovered all items and said the suspect admitted spending the money after a drinking bout with four companions.
Greensboro officers chased Clay McCoy after he fled in a Ford coupe loaded with whiskey cans. The car overturned at an intersection scattering 25 to 125 gallons of liquor along a two mile stretch. McCoy was jailed and bound over to federal district court after a hearing.
The United States Army favors a night imaging device using a bright light that briefly mirrors daylight. This intense illumination enables high detail night aerial photography, approaching daylight clarity for a fraction of a second.
A historical note explains air clings to a plane as it moves fast. On a DC-4 sized wing the sticky air layer at the trailing edge may reach about three inches thick.
President emphasizes U S protection of its way of life and government and urges hemispheric salvation through independent experience. Hoover warns aloofness from European conflict serves liberty and world peace while opposing Americans joining world war.
Mrs. L. H. Martin hosted a Sunday luncheon at her Denton home honoring her husband Luther H. Martin on his 60th birthday. Attendees included Bill and Guy Martin, Elizabeth Byrd, Lucile Martin, and granddaughter Helen Jean Martin. The Methodist Woman's Missionary Society met at Mrs. P. H. Powell's house, with about thirty members. a business session preceded refreshments. They plan an early November event at the Denton High School auditorium featuring the Deep River Boys radio stars.
Cultures of Mrs. and Rev. G L Curry visit Charlotte with daughter Mrs Charles Adams Jr at the Methodist Conference. Others include Mrs Sue Snyder and son Garry Mrs Hazel Kelly and son Jimmie from Mocksville. Mrs W L G Bingham in Washington. Miss Inza Hill from Greensboro. Mrs T W Mitchell recovering after surgery. Miss Pauline Sexton Fannie Mae Wilkins in Lexington. Roy Morris from Troy. Sexton family guests in High Point. Pat Surratt visiting South Mont. Miss Novella Penry in High Point. Robert Johnson and Annie Lee Badgett with families. Mrs Mary Woodcock visiting Winston Salem. children from Freeman Smith improving from laryngeal diphtheria. Colon Crawford and Barbara Jean of High Point visiting.
A New Jersey survey shows that wider roads do not guarantee safety. Two lane roads averaged 2.76 accidents per million vehicle miles, three lane highways 3.58, and four lane highways 3.61.
A historical crossword clue set presents a grid referencing a dictator of Italy and multiple numbered hints across and down. Clues cover terms from politics and geography to everyday objects, inviting wordplay and cross-connecting answers.
City replies that hydro electric bonds will not affect tax rates and will be repaid from project revenues. 1937 Duke Power sales show $551,781.49 total, with $103,502.34 for resale to consumers by High Point. City expects 25 percent rate reduction, enabling $209,764.31 annual savings. 1941 debt service totals $192,840 and operating costs rise to $130,000, with overall expenses $402,840 and remaining revenue $226,450 for general fund use and tax relief.
North Carolina shipping points and major wholesale markets report prices and demand. Apples Ben Davis Staymans and Grimes Golden feature with carload and bushel basket pricing and steady market tone across New York Washington Philadelphia and Baltimore. Potatoes and cabbage also noted with regional price ranges and car track activity.
Funeral services for R. T. Stone 67, longtime resident, who died at his home 1611 Long Street after a months long illness, will be held Friday at 8 PM at Mechaniceville Primitive Baptist Church. Elder George Tree of Reidsville and W. Kard of High Point to officiate. burial in Floral Garden Cemetery. Body to be moved to church at 2 PM to lie in state until service.
Chicago October 27 butter 735 102 steady prices unchanged. Eggs 2999 steady refrigerator extras 2414 standards 24 firs ata 23% unclear terms.
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