Fate of Valentines 73 Year Diary Ends in Ashes
In Richmond Virginia the death of sculptor Valentine at 92 is noted. The prominent artist who carved Confederate and southern figures left behind a diary covering 73 years, which his will ordered burned unread. The diary’s destruction is described as a dramatic artistic impulse.
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Valentines
Dward Virginius Valentine
Richmond
Robert VT. Lee
Washington and Lee University
Jackson
Mosby
Albert Sidney Johnston
Jefferson Davis
Maury
Samuel Pepys
Valentine
Old South
Paris
Florence
Berlin
Janey
Frank on the black list and campus radicalism
An editorial defends Glenn Frank of the University of Wisconsin against D A R accusations of un American ideas. It argues students may hold Communist or Protestant beliefs and urges exploring rural byways for peaceful motoring amid modern road noise.
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Glenn Frank
University of Wisconsin
D. A. R. of Wisconsin
Frank
Wisconsin
Bank Cashier Charged With Failing to Record Enemies
A Sanford bank cashier faces charges for false entries in the bank books. He allegedly borrowed funds and did not accurately record them, leading to a case about improper handling of money.
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Sanford
Bank Wrecker Faces Court As Sentence Looms
The article notes a bank wrecker who took 44000 dollars and hid it by broad falsification. The court planned to dispose of the case today and sentence was expected. It claims such offenders escape heavy punishment in the state, with few imprisoned for long, and asserts courts have not yet categorized this theft properly.
Herty Urges South Newsprint Industry From Pine Waste
Dr. Charles Herty, former UNC professor now in the South, urges Atlanta chamber of commerce to back a pine waste newsprint industry. He says slash pine can yield quality newsprint and provisional contracts, backed by financiers, could launch the venture through the Southern Newspaper Publishers Association.
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Charles H. Herty
University of North Carolina
South
Chamber of Commerce
Atlanta
Herty
The Road to Nowhere
Bruce Catton observes American drivers becoming choosy about roads. Motorists seek smooth, heavily traveled highways and despise rough, bumpy stretches at crossroads.
Group Insurance Benefits for 61,000 Workers Highlighted
Vice President B A Page of Travelers Insurance reports that more than 61,000 American workers families will receive over 90 million dollars in benefits this year under group life plans. Benefits arise from death, disability, and disease, with 51,000 cases of death or disability and 10,000 permanent total disabilities. By year end, group plans will be active in over 39,000 firms, protecting about 7 million workers.
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B. A. Page
Travelers Insurance Company
Page
Frenchman wills entire fortune to government
A Frenchman reportedly bequeaths his entire estate to the French government, a gesture described as remarkable and gracious by observers. The unusual donation highlights strong civic loyalty and national sentiment.
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Gaul
Margin Max Sees Tip Errors Only From Wall Street
Margin Max says the only time a waiter errs in tipping is when the source is Wall Street, implying tips from financial sectors misdirect or misvalue service.
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Margin Max
Wall Street
Moran Racket Figure Arrest Sparks Chicago Politics
The report notes Bugs Moran, a Chicago racketeer described as a businessman, amid discussion of shifting colors to warmer tones. Yale coach Booth sends in Albie during a visiting game, prompting reaction from the visitors.
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Albie
Yale
Mr. Booth
Stockbroker Turned to Pawnbroker in Tight Times
In hard times many stockbrokers look to pawnbrokers for quick cash. The era sees traders seeking collateral loans as markets grow volatile and liquidity tight.
Inventor John Gregg Weds and Sets Dictation Pace
John Gregg, the shorthand system inventor, married recently and his wife will find him well prepared to take dictation, indicating a practical union linked to his professional craft.
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John Gregg
Pittsburgh Man Shot in Error Compliments Police Officer
A Pittsburgh man shot in error by a policeman complimented the officer on his alertness, and the tactful cop replied I aim to please.
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Pittsburgh
English Writer Notes Men Fall Short in Mustache Growth
An English writer laments that many young men cannot grow facial hair, predicting they will have to accept the situation with good humor. The remark suggests a light cultural observation on grooming trends.
Chicago sausage makers market tinted links
Report cites select Chicago meat packers producing sausages colored to resemble breakfast room tones. Readers question whether quality or safety is compromised as the practice draws scrutiny.
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Chicago
Star Elopes, Er, and an Arm: Janis and Novarro Grapple
Musical comedy star Elsie Janis suffered a shoulder dislocation after a grapple with screen idol Ramon Novarro. The incident prompts speculation about the actor's hold over women and the nature of their interaction in early film circle gossip.
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Elsie Janis
Ramon Novarro
Ramon
Bernard Shaw Hired for Radio Talk Sparks Play by Play Expectation
The broadcasting firm that engaged dramatist Bernard Shaw for a radio talk was said to expect a vivid play by play description rather than a straightforward monologue.
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The
Broadcasting Company
Bernard Shaw
Bargain Sales Banned by Chinese Merchants
A controversial restraint is imposed on bargain sales by Chinese merchants amid peace advocacy groups. The stance aims to curb aggressive pricing tactics and potential confrontations, amid broader tensions over counter violence and public order.
Hitler praised by women in public as "Adolph the beautiful"
The passage notes women in public follow Hitler and call him Adolph the beautiful, implying he is admired similarly to a celebrated crook here, reflecting adulation of a fascist leader.
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Hitler
Adolph the Beautiful
Cracuer
North Carolina Farmers Urged to Put Agriculture in High Gear
Dr. Carl Co. Taylor of North Carolina State College urged farmers at a district welfare conference in Greenville to advance farming through a four point plan. He warned the state is short on livestock and warned that cotton and tobacco have left regions impoverished, calling for a broad, at home farming system with livestock and better profits.
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Greenville
N. C
North Carolina
Carl Co. Taylor
N. C. State College
Taylor
Thanksgiving appeal calls for funds for orphan homes
Raleigh editor urges readers to donate to North Carolina orphanages during Thanksgiving. M L Shipman, chair of the Publicity Committee, asks pastors, officials, professionals, and citizens to enlist in the effort and support the orphanage treasuries through the approaching winter.
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Raleigh
N. C
the Enterprise
Farmer urges ratification of tax amendment in letter
TOM PEMBERTON of Pemberton Dairy Farm Greensboro NC writes that the Tax Amendment would lower taxes on low yield timber land while raising taxes on productive fields. He argues the measure fairly shifts burdens and urges farmers to vote yes to ease slow producing land taxes. October 29 1930.
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the Enterprise
Professors Recall Virgil Birth Anniversary
In Chapel Hill on October 206 Dr George Howe and Latin department members spoke at Virgil birthday celebrations marking the 2000th anniversary. Though Virgil’s birthday is October 15 the events occurred earlier in the month.
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Howe
Virgil
State Teachers Assembly of Alabama
Woman's College At
Montgomery
Ala
Roanoke College
University of Richmond
Salem College
Teachers’ District
Charlotte
Greensboro
Asheville
Raleigh
University
Philological Club
Chapel Hill
George Howe
Aviation Down To Brass Tacks
Washington reports that 1930 has been both aviation's worst year and its best. Clarence M. Young says the industry has shed gold tinsel and is down to brass tacks as the stock market crash deflates an inflated sector and eliminates financially weak firms.
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NEA Service
Washington
Clarence M. Young
Drama Contests Plans Outlined at Chapel Hill
Plans for the eighth annual state wide dramatic contests were announced by Prof. F H Koch director of the university bureau of community drama. Winners in the district contest will enter a drama tournament during the Carolina dramatic festival March 26 27 28. Contestants statewide will be divided into four groups including city and private schools county high schools senior colleges and theater groups with paid directors and junior colleges and community clubs.
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Chapel Hill
Carolina Dramatic Association
University Bureau of Community Drama
F. H. Koch
Carolina Dramatic Festival
Student Recital At Guilford Saturday
Guilford College presents a student recital in Memorial Hall featuring pianist Georgia Falk and tenor Glenn Robertson. The program marks the department’s first recital of the year and aims to attract a large audience with Falk noted as a leading pianist and Robertson a Guilford favorite, with Katie Stucky Argyle Elliott Mary Reynolds and Marguerite Slate serving as marshals.
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Guilford College
Georgia Falk
Guilford
Glenn Robertson
Memorial Hall
Miss Falk
Katie Stucky
Argyle Elliott
Mary Reynolds
Marguerite Slate
Don’t Worry About Your Illness Says Austrian Doctor
Vienna reports that Dr. Joseph Lobel, famed Austrian physician, claims fears of illness often worsen health. He argues most ailments are unfounded and anxiety shortens life, urging confidence as the best means to prolong life despite nervous or chronic conditions.
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NEA
Vienna
Joseph Lobel
Don't worry about blood pressure doctors say
Experts urge calm and stress control noting that fear and anxiety can raise blood pressure. They advise steady routines, regular checkups, and avoiding panic when discussing health concerns. Critical for patients to follow medical guidance and maintain perspective.
Catholic Missionary Ship Sends 60-Foot Yacht to Alaska
A small chapel-equipped 60 foot yacht sails from its home port to Alaska as a Catholic missionary vessel.
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Alaska
Water and Sewer Improvements for High Point NC Sealed bids
Proposals for water and sewer improvements in High Point North Carolina are invited by the Mayor and City Council. Bids due by 8 PM on Tuesday November 4 1930 with five percent certified check. Work includes trenching laying and backfilling sewer lines water lines manholes valves hydrants and furnishing 10 inch 8 inch and 6 inch pipe and related materials F.O.B. High Point.
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High Point
North Carolina
City Seeks Bids For Water and Sewer Projects
The city invites bids with specifications available on application to the engineer. The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to reject any or all bids or award contracts in the city's best interest. Officials listed include C. A. York, mayor. ER. Knox, city manager. P. J. Dishner, superintendent, Water and Sewer Dept.
Notice of Real Estate Sale by City of High Point
City of High Point will sell at auction on December 1, 1930 at 12:00 noon, to the highest bidder for cash, property described by metes and bounds. Sale subject to confirmation by the Point. Notice dated October 30, 1930.
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City of
High Point
North Carolina
Randleman, Asheboro and Southern Railroad
Gard Iron
Main Street
Je. W. Clinard
J. W. Clinard
R. R
Horizon 1 Harding's secretary of commerce and medical terms
A fragmented list of clues and definitions covers topics from blood poisoning to noble terms, with references to geography, anatomy, cryptic-style hints, and miscellaneous phrases. The garbled text interweaves historical names and unrelated items, forming a scattered crossword-like page fragment.
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Harding
Secretary of Commerce
Northeas
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QO. M. Waynick
R. B. Terry
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Frost, Landis and Kohn
Brunswick Banding
Park Avenue
New York
People’s Gas
Michigan Boulevard
Dr. Frank
Nowhere
By Bruce Catton
Group Insurance
Bugs’ Moran
Carl Taylor
M. L. Shipman
Tom Pemberton
Pemberton Dairy Farm
Hawaii
America
Jirids
China
Republic Os Central America
Cook
Benumb
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