The Go Getters and the Path to Education
In a reflection on early 20th century go getters and modern schooling, the piece contrasts hardy work ethic with evolving views on education. It cites Elbert Hubbard and Father James Gillis while warning that mental cultivation and practical wisdom are essential to navigate economic tension and future progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
William Howard Taft
United States
Elbert Hubbard
James Gillis
Killian
Jupiter
A Bible Thought for Today Promotes Faith and Peace
A devotional note quotes Romans 5 1 stating being justified by faith brings peace with God through Jesus Christ and adds that only those with peace with God have peace of mind. The short meditation invites reflection on faith and inner calm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Lord Jesus Christ
Kendall Fights For States Rights In Opposing Jobless Pay Proposals
North Carolina's ESC Security Commission Chairman Henry E. Kendall testifies before the House Ways and Means Committee in Washington opposing federal extensions of unemployment benefits. He argues states must retain control of their programs to avoid federal takeover of vast funds and machinery amid concerns over abuses in other funds.
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Kendall
North Carolina
Oe Security Commission
Henry E. Kendall
House
Waysand Means
Washington
Fresh Start Contest targets debtors for big prize
A national food maker sponsors a contest offering up to 30000 in debt repayment plus a nest egg to three contestants with the heaviest pre February 28 obligations. The piece critiques federal control and calls for states to retain funds and funds handling.
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Times
May
Lin
Not So Much Viewers at Nuclear Test Hint on Fallout
The text recalls Soviet observers at early U S tests saying not so much yet learning by stealing secrets. Now Russians attend current tests with others to study reducing radioactive fallout and potential peaceful uses of nuclear energy amid global concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
U. S
Editorial Research Weapon Ban For Germany
The Social Democrats lead a nonpartisan campaign in West Germany against atomic armament amid a debate over NATO missiles. The piece notes Russia’s warnings and Adenauer’s coalition dominance, with Strauss arguing that European IRBM deployment counters the Russian threat and should proceed.
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Social Democrats
West Germany
Adenauer
Bundestag
Great Britain
London
Britain
Germany
Soviet
Russia
Federal Republic of Germany
NATO
Western Germany
Federal Republic Army
Konrad Adenauer
NATO Council
Paris
Christian Democrats
Newsweek
Franz Josef Strauss
Ren
Europe
Strauss
Azalea Festival Parade Draws 150000 Despite Cold
The Wilmington azalea festival drew about 150000 spectators for its 11th annual parade despite scarce blooms from unusually cold weather. Vendors sold jonquils and hyacinths while corollaries like a jet display by the U S Air Force captivated crowds. Ralph Story hosted the event highlighting the festival spirit.
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Hendersonville
Carolina-Tennessee Line
Wilmington
Hot House
Ralph Story
New York
Maybe if Mamie wrote to Mrs Khrushchev it might help
A civilian affair driven by Rep. Alton Lennon as he pressed the Pentagon to cover expenses for a festival. Initial estimates near $8,000 were trimmed to direct costs of fuel and insurance totaling about $2,700. Insurance covered $100,000 property damage and similar personal injury liability. The event featured a large crowd of vehicles and people as jets performed at altitude and speed, described as a great show.
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Milady
Azalea Gardens
U.S. Air Force
Daytona Beach
Fla
Mamie
Mrs. Khrushchev
Alton Lennon
Pentagon
Florida
Air Force
Lennon
Carolina-Duke
High Point fights for television station and Easter events
The High Point Television Company opposes a Winston‑Salem petition to allocate Channel 8 to Greensboro area and supports High Point’s bid for the station. A Grand Lodge Masons cornerstone event is planned on South Main Street. Easter Seal drives continue as Christian and Jewish dates align. Wesley Memorial church bids set for May 21 while Harold Wagoner signs off on Gothic design. Dennis Cooke of High Point College travels south for inaugural ceremonies.
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High Point Television Company
Winston-Salem
WBTW
Commission
Florence
Greensboro-High Point
Greensboro
High Point
North Carolina
Grand Lodge of Masons
Charles A. Harris
Masonic
South Main Street
Clyde Chernault
Arnold J. Koonce
E. T. Howard
E. H. Updegrove
Numa F. Reid Lodge
New Wesley Memorial Church
R. T. Amos
Harold E. Wagoner
Philadelphia
C. C. Hartmann
Dennis H. Cooke
High Point College
South
University of Alabama
Birmingham-Southern
Southern Union Colleges
Cooke
Quotes About Walter George and Others Echoed in News
Eisenhower lauds Walter F. George as outstanding and gentle. Walter R. Hoffman, 44, Daytona Beach, is charged with poisoning his wife. Senator Russell vows to block the civil rights bill in its current form. Senator Kerr replies to Capehart that he is not frightened.
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Walter R. Hoffman
Daytona Beach, Fla
Richard Russell
D-Ga
Breakfast key to correcting blood deficiencies says expert
R M Johannesen, chair man of the Red Cross Blood Bank for North Carolina, links low hemoglobin to poor diet and says breakfast is essential. Paul Jones, president of the North Carolina Bakers Council, notes bakeries employ over 10,000 full time workers and use Atlas wheat, promoting blood donation with a quip that you can do without limbs but not without blood.
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Egypt
R. M. Johannesen
Red Cross Blood Bank
North Carolina
Paul Jones
North Carolina Bakers Council
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Chesterton
Father Gillis
James R. Killian Jr
Admiral Rickover
Merley
School of Fine Arts
Columbia University
Labor Department
THE
High Point Enterprise
High Come ” Enterprise, Inc
North Main Street
High Point, N. C
D. A. Rawley
R. B. Terry
Treasury
Holt Mecpherson Oeeeesen
Joe Brown
N. C
Boot Hill
Lynn Nisbet
Capitol Square
Hodges
Ballentine
Mary Brice Deavers
State Board of Health
Ly Charles Pearson
Holt McPherson
Federal Communications Commission
Eva Alexander
Felix Barker
Sen
Walter F. George
Eisenhower
Robert S. Kerr
D-Okla
Homer Capehart
R-Ind
Kerr
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