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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1928
Page
5
The Enterprise Bureau reports a new preservation method from State College plant disease experts. Dr. R. F. Poole says coating stored sweet potatoes with hydrated lime keeps surfaces dry and prevents disease fungi from spreading, reducing losses when banks are moist or poorly ventilated.
A farmer advises using a heavy paper bag that holds about half a bushel of potatoes. Add lime to coat the bag and tilt it several times to treat the stored crop. Lime works best before tissues harden, so treat soon after harvest. The lime does not affect eating quality and is easily washed off.
A North Carolina druggist promotes a headache remedy named B C claiming immediate, complete relief for all headaches and neuralgic pains. The ad says the combination of ingredients calms nerves and leaves users buoyant with no after effects.
Dr. L. C. Stumpf and his wife from Chicago have led Bible lectures and gospel preaching in a Lexington tent, drawing large morning audiences at 8 o’clock in the First Presbyterian church. Stumpf once studied opera in Europe before turning to ministry and has a notable pastoral career.
Miss Clara Johnson of Greensboro has opened a piano studio in Lexington. An accomplished pianist trained at NCWC, she has taught piano for five years and will offer lessons in music.
The article outlines adolescence as a 12 to 20 year span with rapid growth and potential health risks. It notes heart development, past misconceptions about growing pains, and the shift from restrictive clothing to outdoor activity reducing chlorosis in girls.
The Tarver family arrives at The Elms, sparking tension over social status and Peg Tarver’s makeover. Mrs Tarver quarrels with Tony and her husband about engagement plans while Lucile extols independent travel and shared humanity. Asheboro club notes report on the September Women’s Club meeting and health program.
The piece profiles Lucile Morris and her foreign travel writing praising the human details over famous sites. She recalls a Venice boat scene where a sardine fisher family sings along to the tenor, likening them to a traditional farm family at a village band concert.
Friday afternoon the Randolph County Historical Society met at the home of Mr. é W. H. Moring. Officers elected include President Hale Worth, Vice President Fred Burgess, HR. M. Robins, and Miss Hope Hubbard as Secretary and treasurer. Plans were made for winter activities. The Democratic Club of Ashe-
A Thursday evening gathering at the Asheboro Court House featured Dr. J. T. Burrus of High Point delivering an engaging speech on key political issues. The audience responded with appreciation for his remarks.
Mrs. Geo. S. Hunter of Columbus reports severe side pains, weeks bedridden, and weight loss from 126 to under 100 pounds. After using Cardus, she improves quickly, then fully recovers and gains strength. Cardus sold by druggists nationwide. NC-184
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