Hoover faces a tough talk on prohibition and proof
The piece argues Herbert Hoover must decide how to handle calls for proof of liquor in Washington. It notes Washington as a center of bootlegging, compares Hoover’s stance with Harding and Coolidge, and warns that focusing on enforcement could sidetrack broader national goals.
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Nebraska
Washington
Hoover
Howell
United States
Harding
Coolidge
White House
Prohibition
Herbert Hoover
Organization Movement Among Workers in the South
The article discusses the rise of organized labor in southern industries and its expected persistence. It notes that labor gains reduced the power gap with employers, spurring wider acceptance of higher wages and better living conditions. It also reports Wisconsin farmers earning 10 percent refunds for painting their barns via local Chambers of Commerce, totaling about $200 to 16 farmers in the period.
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Labor Federation
South
Wisconsin
Chamber of Commerce
Wisconsin Retail Bulletin
Pardue seeks revival as world tale for pay in Danville
Reverend Thomas F Pardue, linked to Alma Gatlin in the Reidsville Petty murder case, announces plans to tell his career tale for money. He warns the story will offend some and says he will be armed against attackers. Danville officials delay action on his tabernacle request awaiting details of his revival plan.
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Thomas F. Pardue
Alma Gatlin
Reidsville
Greensboro
Pardue
Danville
Prospects in the Bus Line Case in North Carolina
A Raleigh correspondent notes the state Supreme Court will hear the appeal over whether bus lines must provide equal and separate accommodations for negroes. The case began with the corporation commission, which declined to require integration, citing that buses are not common carriers by statute. The Wake County case potential favors the petitioners, raising whether a franchise bus line is a common carrier regardless of labeling.
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North Carolina
Supreme Court of the State
Corporation Commission
Superior Court
Barnhill
Wake Court
Raleigh
Charlotte Observer
Walter Clark
Supreme Court
Shaw
Wells
Harry
MO. W. Hester
Durham
N. C
His Brothers Keeper by Bruce Catton on humanitarian progress
The piece highlights Dr. James Lyons Biggar's view that modern civilization shows a rising humanitarian spirit. It notes the Red Cross as proof of this era, cites disaster relief from famine to earthquakes, and argues advances in science and travel shrink distances enabling quicker aid responses. It also discusses easing cruiser limits in Anglo American diplomacy and hints at Japan’s role in peace efforts.
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James Lyons Biggar
Canadian Red Cross
The
Red Cross Courier
Dr. Biggar
Good Samaritan
China
Porto Rico
Mississippi Valley
Asia Minor
Red Cross
Biggar
Massachusetts
Georgia
United States
Brazil
Manila
American Red Cross
London
Washington
France
Italy
Japan
Danville Hall Hire Prompts Debate on Entertainment Standards
A remark suggests Danville should hire his hall like any other entertainment purveyor. The comment centers on equal treatment and professional standards for local venues.
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Danville
Plan to Boost Painting in North Carolina
The Charlotte Observer notes North Carolina uses far less paint than average, leading to rot and unsightliness as houses age. It highlights efforts by President Williams and Manager Kuester of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce to encourage farmers to paint up.
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North Carolina
Charlotte Observer
Williams
Kuester
Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
Crucial word pops up as world series nears
The term crucial appears frequently as teams prepare for the world series. Analysts discuss pivotal moments and key players while fans anticipate a decisive matchup.
Ford Motor in France Reports 3 Million Francs Monthly
Ford Motor in France earns an average of 3 000 000 francs per month according to statistics and faces no prohibition cited.
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Ford Motor
France
Barbers Claim Perfumed Lotions Draw American Men
A barbers convention reports that American men favor perfumed face lotions and resist leaving the shop without trying them. The claim highlights grooming trends among male customers and the popularity of scented skin products in barbering establishments.
Air Mail Declared Socially Correct Communication
Bulletin states air mail is the proper method for messages describing sending airy nothings and social usage. The note emphasizes modern efficiency and etiquette in correspondence.
Beautiful radio artist crowned in America
The title of most beautiful radio artist in America was awarded recently. Listeners are urged to remember the honor and feel a thrill when hearing her on the air.
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America
Constitution Week Reflections Stir Debate On Rights
The Enterprise letter-writer urges respect for free speech and peaceable assembly amid postwar tensions over communism. He warns against denying constitutional guarantees and criticizes biased criminal procedures while urging critical study of new ideologies. The piece cites North Carolina cases and calls for humane legal interpretation.
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Enterprise
Constitution Week
American Bar Association
North Carolina
Gastonia
North Carolina Bank Merger Considered By Leaders
Mr Cox states a merger could prevent bank failures and praises it as a major North Carolina development. H S Tenny explains the plan to bankers, who approve 100 percent. Commerce National Bank will likely change name in about three months while officers and charter stay the same. Stockholders may sell or exchange shares for stock in the new company.
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Cox
North Carolina
New York
H. S. Tenny
Tenny
Hom
Mall
Commerce National Bank
Stc
Prize Winners Yesterday From Mrs Dull Event
Thousands of housewives learned new tricks as Mrs Dull hosted a prize event. Winners included Mrs Reitzel Pitts for steak, Mrs J D McGill for a toaster, Mrs W O Carter for blankets, Mrs J W Quattlebaum for a cake, Mrs Shuford Matthews for ham, and Mrs W C Garner for a percolator. Additional prizes: four cans Rumford Powder to four winners and three cans Wesson Oil to three winners.
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Lexington Avenue
Clinard Milling Co
C. H. Deviney
Bradshaw Street
J. A. Holmes
Thurston Street
Southern Cotton Oil Co
W. W. Walker
Club Drive
F. W. Gibbardt
Adams Street
Enterprise
American Pbakeries
Wesson
Climard Milling Co
Curtiss
Smith Supply Co
Clinard Electric Co
Rumford
Bell Furniture Co
Main Street
American Bakeries
J. W. Quattlebaum
Boulevard
Hutchess Department Food Store
Shuford Matthews
Beeson Hardware Co
W. C. Garner
Colonial Drive
Mesdames
Southern Bottom Oil Co
Jesse Washburn
Washington liquor talk sparks bootlegger claims at Willard dinner
Senator Brookhart accuses a prominent Wall Street figure of hosting a Willard hotel dinner with secret liquor access. Senator Smoot denies Washington bootlegging and cites his own lack of exposure to such drinking during the tariff debate.
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Philadelphia
Washington
Smoot
Utah
Brookhart
Iowa
Wall Street
Willard Hotel
Howell
Binner
Shearer’s Claims as Reporter Face Scrutiny
Testimony shows Shearer presented as a New York Commercial staff member and claimed his columns would be open to his work. Hunter testified he declined to engage further, signaling controversy over his journalistic ties.
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Shearer
New York Commercial
Hunter
Police Alarm Boxes on Display for City Council
City council members viewed two police alarm call boxes in display setups to evaluate operation. City Manager Knox compared current police maintenance costs with projected savings if a call system were installed, noting a future consideration rather than immediate adoption.
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Knox
Thomases Fined In Asheboro Court
Asheboro September 25 Raymond and Robert Thomas were arrested and brought before the magistrates court on charges of reckless driving disorderly conduct and public inebriation. Each was fined and ordered to pay costs totaling 21 dollars. Benson Crawford faced a theft charge, convicted of larceny of five dollars from Clifford Kearns and jailed in default of bond.
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Asheboro
Raymond
Robert Thomas Wer
Benson Crawfor
Crawford
Clifford Kearns
Clerk E E Lawallen Critical at Home in Randolph County
E E Lawallen clerk to Sheriff Ben Millikan is critically ill at his Wainman Avenue home after a sudden heart attack. A B Copenhaver has accepted a district manager role for the eighth district covering Randolph Davidson Boe ingham and Stokes counties with headquarters in Asheboro.
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E. E. Lawallen
Ben Millikan
Randolph County
Wainman Avena
Lewallen
A. B. Copenhaver
Carolina Motomb
Mr. Copenhaver
Asheboro
Randolph
Davidson
Boeingham
Stokes
Junior World Series Opens in Kansas City
Chicago dispatch reports the first four games of the World Series between the American Association champions and International League champions will be played in Kansas City starting October. Additional games will be played in Rochester until one side wins five games. President Thomas J. Hickey of the American Association said travelling will be as necessary and umpires from each league will be used this year.
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Chicago
American Association
International League
Kansas City
Rochester
Thomas J. Hickey
Assistant Cheer Leaders Named at Davidson College
Davidson College in N C selects E S Heefner Jr of Winston Salem as head cheerleader for athletic events. Heefner and two assistant candidates T Hunter of Blenheim S C and B McClure of Rabun Gap were chosen by the student body with a final race for 1930 21 to be held next spring between McAlister and McClenaghan.
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McAlister
McCleaghan
Fashion Advice: Adequate Wardrobe for a Well-Dressed Man
American fashion experts say a man needs twenty suits eight overcoats twelve hats and 24 pairs of boots and shoes plus other garments for a complete wardrobe. The guidance reflects early 20th century standards of attire and proportion.
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Movement Among Workers
Mr. Pardue
Bruce Catton
Hester
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Smith Supply Company
Building Supply People
Curtiss Cabinet
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Merita
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Dull
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National Council
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