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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1948

Page

11

Indians Close in on Richmond Tilt at William and Mary

William and Mary Indians prepare for homecoming vs Richmond Spiders in Williamsburg on parade day. Richmond has not scored on the Indians since 1944 and faces a likely defeat in this Southern Conference grudge match, coach Rube McCray emphasizing full prep.

Williamsburg Duke of Gloucester Street Carytadium William and Mary University Richmond Spiders R. N Rube) McCray Carl Dutch) Voyles Richmond McCray

Neun Returns to Yankees as Scout in Major League Role

Johnny Neun former Major League player and manager joins the New York Yankees organization as a scout. He starred at first base for the Detroit Tigers and later managed the Cincinnati Reds and several minor league teams in the Yankee chain. He was signed to perform personalized scouting within the major leagues. He previously served with the Yankees from 1932 onward.

New York Johhny Neun New York Yankees Neun Detroit Tigers Cincinnati Reds Yankee Yankees

College President Sees Better Future for Dukes Football

Duquesne University president Father P. Smith told students the team will return to national prominence as they chase a better season. Dukes have beaten Virginia Wesleyan and Alliance, while losses include Villanova and Wake Forest with remaining games against Holy Cross North Carolina State and Clemson. Meanwhile Pittsburgh celebrated a third straight Pitt victory and Carnegie Tech faced student protests over a de-emphasis program after 23 defeats.

Pittsburgh Duquesne University Duquesne P. Smith University of Pittsburgh Carnegie Tech Robert E. Doherty Father Smith Dukes Villanova Wake Forest Virginia Wesleyan Alliance Holy Cross North Carolina State Clemson

Sister Rosetta Here Sunday at Wm Penn Auditorium

News Of Colored People announces Recital by Sister Rosetta Thrope and Ma dron Knight at 3 p m and 8 p m Sunday in Wm Penn Auditorium with the Dependable Quartette of Richmond VA. Also listed are upcoming meetings and church events across local congregations.

Rosetta Rosetta Thrope Madron Knight Wm. Penn Auditorium Dependable Quartette Richmond Bynum Street Connie Willoughby Marie Simpson Nancy Allen Maude Thompson Annie Boger Margaret Smith Myrtle Barringer Laney Lassiter ST. Matthews Mars Hill Gospel Singers

Man Wanted In Non-Support Case Gives Up Extradition Bid

Thomasville report says Robert F. Boswell 30 surrendered to police after resisting extradition from Florida for non support of his wife and children. He posted no bond after being jailed on the $1,000 requirement. Police planned to travel to Florida for the extradition hearing but later cancelled.

Thomasville Robert F. Boswell Florida North Carolina Boswell Wall Street Paul Shore

Boudreau Predicts Indians Top Finish Despite Sophomore Jinx

Cleveland manager Lou Boudreau warned that Gene Bearden and Larry Doby face a sophomore jinx next season. He believes the Indians can finish first or second for three to five years but warned a slump could drop them to fourth or fifth.

Cleveland Lou Boudreau Cleveland Indians Chamber of Commerce Gene Bearden Larry Doby Indians Gene Larry

Penn Eyes Pass Defense Ahead of Washington & Lee

Unbeaten Penn coach George Munger drills pass defense for Saturday’s game with aerial-minded Washington & Lee. Mike Boyda ranks among the nation’s top passers, having completed 45 of 93 for 602 yards. Penn has shown weak pass defense throughout the season and seeks improvement.

Philadelphia George Munger Penn Washington & Lee Mike Boyda Munger Generals

80 Year Old Lady Saved From Rheumatic Pain

An 80-year-old nearby resident suffered widespread rheumatic pain for years and could barely walk. After trying many medicines without relief she finally tried Tru-Aid and reports rapid improvement, claiming pain on her right side eased and mobility returned.

Tru-Aid Here

College Y Planned For Local School

At High Point college a Y M C A college unit is planned. Edgar Hartley outlined methods for forming the college Y and Floyd Evans was named chairman of the organization committee with Wilbur Blanton and Joe Warter as members. The group will present the project to the student body at a future meeting.

Y.M.C

Seven Local Men Join Air Duty in National Call

Seven High Point men signed up for duty with the army and air forces for the period October 13 22, announced by Master Sergeant W J Maney, commander of the local call station. The list includes Bobby P Sanders James F E White Acey H Livingston Edward J McCall Cherry C Ball Charles A Jester and Charles F Georges with assignments in regular army European theater and air forces.

High Point W. J. Maney Bobby P. Sanders South Hamilton Street James FE. White Sout Hamilton Street Acey H. Livingston White Oak Street Edward J

Missing 14 year old Elm Street student reported

Police say a 14 year old Elm Street student, Jerry Allred nephew of R F E Allred of 106 Chestnut Street, left home after midnight Monday and has not yet returned. Authorities have not been notified of his return. The boy slept, then rose late and departed, uncle unavailable for comment.

Elm Street Miss Persons File Jerry Allred R. F E. Allred Chestnut Street

Plaintiff Seeks 500 Damages Over Intersection Crash

In municipal court W R Bowles of High Point Route 5 sues Carl R Abels of Charlite for 350 in auto damage claims from a last month intersection collision. A related criminal case last Friday was non suited. prosecutor Louis J Fisher attributed fault to stoplight misplacement and operation. Both men faced reckless driving charges but were acquitted via non suit.

W. R. Bowles High Point Rt. 5 Carl R. Abels Charlite Louis J. Fisher

Thomasville Minister To Be Given Reception

A reception is held tonight from eight to ten at Memorial Methodist church to welcome new pastor Rev. and Mrs. Wilson O. Weldon. In the receiving line are church staff. Mrs. R. M. Cooksey and Mrs. Joel Walker lead the arrangements for the Woman's Society of Christian Service and the Wesleyan Service Guild.

Thomasville Memorial Methodist Church Wilson O. Weldon R. M. Cooksey Woman's Society of Christian Service Joel Walker Wesleyan Service Guild

Cleveland to Run 629 Trackless Trolleys by 1950

The Cleveland Transit System aims to deploy 629 electric trackless trolleys as part of a system-wide transit modelization program, with a vehicle investment near eleven million dollars.

Cleveland Cleveland Transit System

Deaths And Funerals Claude S Muse 26

Funeral services for Claude S Muse aged 26 were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 from Pleasant Grove Methodist Church following a hunting accident Friday night. The Rev M Co Sidessound officiated. Muse, who died Sunday morning, was survived by relatives.

Claude S Muse O'Clork Pleasant Grove Revi M. Co

Broughton Praises Democratic Party At Thomasville Rally

Democratic Senate candidate J Melville Broughton of Raleigh told about 75 Thomasville Democrats the party is the world’s path to peace and praised Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D Roosevelt. He urged voting straight Democratic ticket November 2 and praised North Carolina’s industrial growth and two party system.

Thomasville J. Melville Broughton Raleigh U. S. Senate Party of Peace Woodrow Wilson Franklin D. Roosevelt Thomasville Township Main Street W. Howard Steed Recorder’s Court United States Piedmont Democratic Party North Carolina the Seaker Charles B. Aycock Broughton State House J. Walter Lambeth Wia O Burgin Lesington Nec U S. House

Between Generations They Sail for a New Life in U S

In Bremerhaven Germany a 77 year old former Don Cossacks lieutenant general Theodore Abramov and a displaced child prepare to sail on the transport General Black bound for the United States. Their Eyes on U S reports their shared hope for a new life across the ocean.

Theodore Abramov U. S Don Cossacks Abramov Bremerhaven Germany

Educator Dr. Ryan Talks on Child Guidance at Local Workshop

Dr. W. Carson Ryan of the University of North Carolina spoke before William Penn high school staff, Faview and Leonard Street schools, and visitors. He urged understanding of the child and treated the idea that there is no problem child, only a child with a problem, prompting teachers to tailor instruction and guidance services to each student.

W. Carson Ryan Kenan Pfessor of Education University North Carolina Chapel Hill William Penn High Selv Library William Penn Faview Leonard Street Scho Ryan C. Yokely Speaer Chidren

High Point Boy On Staff Of College Paper

Raleigh news notes a High Point student joining the Textile Forum staff at North Carolina State College. Editor Charles A Harris Jr of Roxboro reports the editorial roster includes Martin Michie Jr of Roxboro managing editor, R Freeman Elmhurst, L L Freeman New York, William Barnhardt Charlotte, and Raymond War High Point.

Raleigh Twe The Textile Forum N. C. Star College Charles A. Harri Jr Roxboro Harris Martin Michie, Jr Roxbor R. Robert Freeman Elmhurst Robert Freeman New York William M. Barnhardt Charlotte Raymond L. War High Point

Wesley Memorial Church Midweek Service Tonight

Wesley Memorial Church holds a midweek fellowship hour at 7 30 p m with Reverend Paul Hardin Jr speaking on Christian Fellowship. Chapel choir rehearses 8 00 to 9 15 following the service.

Wesley Memorial Methods Church Paul Hardin, Jr Christian Fellowship Chape Choir Carillon Chancel Celestial

Peterson's Ointment advertised for eczema and itching

The ad promotes Peterson's Ointment as relief for eczema itching pimples and red blotches with a money back promise if not delighted It claims also to treat itching feet and cracks between toes at druggists for 40 cents.

Peterson

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High Point Chamber OF Commerce Yanks Allen B. Welborn, Inc W. Green ST Doby, Bearden Biggfs Lou College ‘Y Wint Capel Enterprise Rockingham Washington Carl C. Wilson Wilson Dr. Ryan Wesley Memorial Church Eczema Emma Blair Ben Spence High Point Republican Club J. T. McGhee
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