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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1931
Page
2
A real cowboy appears on stage at the Broadhurst theater on Friday and Saturday between showings of Ken Maynard in Range Law. Hank Harris, a veteran western star, entertains at 1 3 5 7 9 o clock showings and has helped in motion pictures, doubling in scenes for Maynard on occasion.
Flashes of Life reports the little brown jug, symbol of Michigan Minnesota football pride, was found in a storeroom after believed stolen. In New York Richard Tauber says jazz is a top musical form and denies knowing Rudy Vallee.
Los Angeles Bert Wheeler of the Wheeler and Woolsey duo faced speeding charges before Municipal Judge Alfred Paonessa. In court the comedian slyly asked how many appearances he had made, then joked about fines, offering a witty deflection that resulted in a ten dollar penalty.
New York report notes John Mitchell Reynolds III, age one, sole heir to 1,785,415 dollars from his great grandmother’s estate. The child understands no English and has been addressed exclusively in French since infancy.
Harris will appear on the Broadhurst stage with his famous rope and whip routine. He will be joined by Mrs. Harris in a act where she balances items for him to remove with his whip. The special act is an added attraction listed with the regular Broadhurst program and prices.
Moscow reports the Union of Soviets enters its 15th year with hopes for easier times including more work wages and food. Despite ongoing collectivization and repression in prior years, life is portrayed as improving though the country remains a war economy under heavy strain. The piece notes reduced police pressure and a thaw with the old intelligentsia, while warning that life stays difficult and industrialization is the central effort.
A vintage advertisement touts Creomulsion as a new medical discovery that soothes inflamed membranes, inhibits germ growth, and heals persistent coughs and colds. It claims safety, efficacy for bronchitis and related ailments, with a money back guarantee if relief isn’t achieved following directions.
Fashion writers advise that lipstick should harmonize with gowns and frocks. The raspberry shade is among six recommended to complement the season’s colors, with no blame placed on the girlfriend for any appearance.
James P Delph of Kinston Ontario once struck King Edward with a drum stick when he was Prince of Wales. The Canadian Rifles drummer boy faced sailors taunting him while fixing his drum and hit the prince who forgave the blow and awarded a sovereign.
Kind-Hearted Prideaux wills legacies to his wife on condition she never eat shellfish or any animal killed without humane proof and never wear feathers or animal parts. His wife predeceased him.
New York report says carotene from spinach and carrots may be supplied as powder or pills. The American Chemical Society notes a new process yields highly concentrated crystalline carotene at low cost, aiding parents who resist forcing vegetables on children.
Raleigh Oct 29 The Made-in-North Carolina campaign focused on showcasing state products and boosting local orders. Reports say merchants recommending NC goods helped secure large orders, keeping plants open and workers employed. The first statewide observance was in 1930, with this year extending its reach.
South Africa’s Kruger National Park draws more visitors than ever with rondavels mud huts and thatch, guarded entry by keepers, and self defense gas. Camp features include a store, canned provisions, and rent beds and furniture. Rondavels have open fireplaces while native boys serve as servants. Visitors stay by their cars as lions ignore cars due to gasoline scent.
Broadway musical comedy star Adele Astaire confirms engagement to Lord Charles Cavendish son of the Duke of Devonshire. She announces retirement from theater after their wedding likely next spring or summer, meeting while she was performing in a Broadway production.
In Aurora Ontario a birthday party honored Mrs Jane Chapelle who turned 102. She attended with three sisters aged 84 69 and 79 and a brother aged 72. Her husband died 38 years ago after 44 years of marriage.
Patrolman James C. Van Horn spotted a passing car matching the description. He commandeered a vehicle and pursued it, forcing his own car to the curb where two 13-year-old boys crawled out and confessed to stealing the car. Detention home authorities took them into custody.
The American Medical Association cites Scottish and American studies showing about 70 percent of overweight individuals have overweight parents. It argues heredity plays a role but emphasizes environment and family habits as key factors. Excessive intake and sedentary lifestyle in families explain much of the pattern, while physician diets focus on high protein, low sugars and fats.
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