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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1936
Page
2
Building records show permits well ahead of the same date last fiscal year though the pace may slow. Officials note ongoing construction activity and anticipate continued permit issuance through the period.
Neece Kearns was taken by Yow's ambulance to Burrus Memorial Hospital at about 8 30 this morning suffering a minor hemorrhage. He was treated with first aid and dismissed.
Archdale resident E. H. Tedder drove to fire station number two this morning asking firefighters to extinguish a blaze. Firemen reported a cigarette lighter ignition caused the small fire with negligible damage.
Lizzie Jones reported a shot fired into her home on Loflin Street around 9:30 last night. Minor damage occurred, no injuries. Police believe the incident may have been caused by a stray bullet.
Fire Chief E. K. Ingram reports August 1936 permits total $170,178 in building value, up from $150,248 at the same date last year. The month saw 36 new residences with $74,175, plus 7 more at $40,000, and other permits for repairs and non residence work, compared with August 1935 figures. The consolidated year to date shows detailed counts and costs for residences and non residences, repairs, and new construction, contrasted with the prior fiscal year.
Glendale California reports Evelyn La Von Swanson eight learns Japanese to understand conversations with Japanese children in southern California. The effort aims to bridge language gaps among students in local schools and foster cross cultural friendships.
A Soil Conservation program at Graystone Greensboro Boy Scout camp guided 63 Four-H club members through classes by state and federal specialists on soil conservation wildlife and farm ponds. Afternoon field trips visited farms to study crop rotation strip cropping contour furrowing and tree planting. The event was led by L R Harrill with Parks Newland and other officials supervising students from 63 North Carolina counties.
J Lee Charles longtime Deep River Guilford County farmer died at 7 20 pm Tuesday after eight weeks illness. Born September 19 1865 he was nearly 71. Survived by wife Rosa Starbuck two daughters Mrs W B Thacker and Mrs C C Venable a sister Mrs F M Pickett a brother W L Charles and three grandchildren. Active Abbott's Creek Baptist member 655 years. Funeral at home Thursday 11 am with ministers Joseph H Peele and E M Mumford. Interment Deep River Friends church.
Guilford Council No 23 Juni or Order will hold its yearly watermelon feast at City Lake Friday night starting about 8 15. The regular meeting is at 7 30 at the hall and members will ride to the lake. Junior Order members and their wives and Washington Council No 4 Daughters of America are invited.
Rain and dying winds helped 1 800 firefighters contain the worst Montana forest fire in seven years. About 9000 acres burned and vacationers fled a hotel in the James path as emergency crews battled the blaze at Glacier Park.
The council approved a 600 foot water main crossing J W Clinard property under a three year run plan with reimbursement if sales fail to cover costs, and a 330 foot sewer and 250 foot water line for A B Tate with a similar contract. Purchases of 26 feet of North Main street frontage near Fire Station No 4 were authorized for safety and future expansion. Librarian appointments were made for the city and the Negro library, and John Ellis received a beer license on police recommendation.
The Junaluska campaign ends at its 60th successful conclusion with thanks to Rev. Lambeth and Rev. Wiley Jr. All adults and Young People are invited to attend after telephoning Miss Clarice Bowman by noon Thursday. A games program begins at 5 p.m. with barbecue at 6:30. Transportation will be provided from the church for attendees to the lake at 5 and 6 p.m. Attendees include the Presiding Elder, Bishop, and other church officials.
Dr A B Conrad pastor of the First Baptist church will lead tonight's 8 o'clock prayer service. August absence due to vacation, baptism will follow the devotional segment. Church training unions meet at the same time to discuss Seniors Faith and the Holy Spirit Intermediatel y Faith Casts Out Fear Juniors A Singing Religion.
Deputy Judge Walter F Foley questioned John Lasky in Glastonbury town court about damage to a car. Lasky quoted seventy five dollars for the damage and eight dollars for the car, noting parts for his ancient vehicle were scarce.
Mrs H H Downey stepped from her back door toward the garage when a four foot tall blue heron with an eight foot wingspan blocked the path. The bird flapped skyward as she swung and caught the prize before it rose. The tale ends with the bird still in her yard.
NYSE and market indices show varied performance with notable declines in several sectors. Major movers include motor and industrial shares while energy and utilities show mixed results as investors weigh recent data and earnings.
Hobbed and shut detroit Sept 2 Gallagher a Detroit businessman was shot and wounded in a woods in Macomb county. He said a gunman forced him to open his safe in his office and then drove him to the woods. The report notes a grain statistic: one more grain per head would add about 15 million bushels.
The guide recommends a rosy powder, cream rouge, two indelible lipsticks, and a good cream for daily use. A sturdy wooden hair brush, scalp tonic, all purpose night cream, and light tissue cream are advised. Include manicure kit, weekly nail care, and keep perfume minimal with small bottles.
In Paris on September 2, more than 3,000 workers walked out and occupied French factories in a new folded arms strike. The action followed demands for salary readjustments to counter higher living costs, with textile and metal industries most affected.
High Point reports August without fire damage over $5. Fire Chief E. K. Ingram notes 16 fires were extinguished, 0 false alarms, versus 20 alarms in August 1935. Comparative figures show no losses in buildings or contents and minimal insured values, with per capita loss listed as money and .11 in 1936.
Hollywood reports that Ruby Lorraine, British actress, identified Albert O'Brien, 25, as the burglar in two home invasions. O'Brien confessed to thefts at her residence but denied an attempt to attack her. Deputy Sheriff J. W. Hurst announced the findings.
In East St Louis a twelve year old named Frank Rauch broke his leg after a traffic accident. Lightning struck a nearby transformer and blacked out the hospital lights. Two police officers, who had taken him to the hospital, used their flashlights to assist and the leg was promptly set.
Rivitz president of Industrial Rayon Corporation announces plans for a new plant costing about 7.5 million dollars. The facility will have an annual capacity of 10,600,000 pounds of yarn under a new production method and is expected to start operations in about a year.
In Buffalo on September 2, Remington Rand and its striking workers failed to reach a bargaining agreement. Vice President S. Hayes Ensinger called the attempt a failure.
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