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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1927
Page
10
Reports claim Chief R L Gibson, head of the police department since the new administration began June 1, may resign later this week. Gibson made no public statement, sparking speculation of a rift with City Manager P P Pilcher and pressure from critics.
Fire Chief Frank W. Bennett of Durham, a noted local tenor, will assist Signor Frank Papania in a benefit concert for firemen's relief at the American Theatre tomorrow night. A capacity crowd is expected with Miss La Grande and Miss Herndon also on the program for a musical treat.
Rumors circulate that Police Chief Gibson may resign after ongoing clashes with City Manager Pilcher over control and communication. The city council backed the manager in public, while Gibson criticized orders issued without conference. Possible successor names surface, including former assistant chief L. L. French.
Wiley Moore belted a home run in New York. his fourth hit this season and first in Gotham, signaling a notable early contribute for the season.
Eight people were hurt when a Chrysler 70 sedan struck a parked Ford truck on the High Point Asheboro road near Sophia at 9 30 last night. The injured include Duffy Benson Joe Ward Edward Loving Mrs Walter Barton Ruth Hicks and four Barton children. Two ambulances carried four to Guilford General hospital. others used private cars. Authorities arrested Benson McNeill Loving and Hicks on possible drunken driving charges. Hicks in custody. Welfare workers took the Barton children into care.
Local contestants must register by Thursday for final tryouts at 7 30 p m at the Sheraton hotel announced by Lewis L Stookey the local chairman The competition is open to ages 18 to 25 pursuing a musical career who have not turned professional Handsome prizes await the winners.
The North Carolina Supreme Court received a compromise route proposal for the 20 mile link of State Route 10 between Statesville and Newton. Newton officials and the state highway commission presented the plan after months of dispute, with W F Feimster for Newton and Charles Ross for the highway commission. Two Newton lawsuits sought to settle the highway's location.
Smithfield warehouse floors were completely covered with tobacco. Better grades dominated and bidding was spirited with noon estimates around 25 cents average per pound.
When citron is used in fruit cake or mincemeat, boil it for a few minutes before cutting to make it easier to slice. This quick step helps soften the fruit and speeds preparation.
Readers are advised to store all canned fruits upside down until cold to prevent sinking to the bottom of jars. The tip emphasizes layering technique to maintain fruit suspension and consistent quality.
At a Country Club luncheon Roy Johnson led a Civitan program on expanding High Point high school library resources. Miss Emma Fritz shared student views, and Miss Foster the librarian outlined goals to boost biographies and strong works while noting current gaps and the push to reach 10 000 volumes with civic support.
Trouble W. L. Smith, city collector, said he is highly pleased with how residents are paying city water and electric bills. He notes a changed attitude as people realize the office will cut services for nonpayment and expect prompt payments to continue.
Chicago Sept 27 AP Henry Stude president of the American Bakers association estimated that 12 240 000 000 loaves of bread are needed annually to fill the American bread basket. Stude spoke at the association's annual convention noting baking is one of the nation's first six industries.
Raleigh dispatch reports state board of health data for last week: 110 whooping cough, 75 measles, 75 diphtheria, 40 scarlet fever, 23 typhoid fever, and 13 smallpox among schoolchildren. Year ago totals were higher for most diseases.
A study finds lemons or oranges yield more juice when heated in hot water before squeezing. Researchers tested fruit temperatures and juice output, noting improved extraction efficiency with warmed fruit.
If new silk stockings are rinsed in tepid suds before wearing, their life will be prolonged. This early 20th century tip emphasizes gentle washing to preserve fabric quality.
A cleaning service claims an Easy method will extend fabric life by about one third and reduce wear. The ad invites inquiries by phone at 2876 to arrange the service.
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