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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1932
Page
4
A pair of reflective sayings appears: a biblical verse from II Samuel 1 26 praising affectionate faithfulness and a Jeremy Taylor maxim on true friendship carrying no fear of loss.
The piece supports Maxwell's idea to replace private ownership of school textbooks with public purchase and rental. It cites state savings, cites districts with favorable results, and notes a six million annual cost for repeating students due to lack of textbooks. The proposal aims to cut waste and improve efficiency, endorsed by the state superintendent.
The piece argues Washington must cut costs as federal outlays exceed receipts by about 6.86 million dollars daily. It notes North Carolina relies heavily on property taxes, with 1928 state and local revenue from property at 65 percent versus a US average of 78 percent, now about 52 percent.
A U S Senate debate sketches two paths to Philippine independence in roughly 10 to 17 years. Both houses face possible rejection and presidential veto. Officials note continued U S control while insular value and economic ties persist.
The passage argues that native nationalists oppose autonomy seeking fullness, while the U.S. government resists due to strategic naval considerations in the far east, the value of investments in island business, and the potential riches from growing raw materials.
The author cites Andrew Carnegie and J P Morgan to argue that lasting firms depend on distributing leadership to able associates rather than single founders. One man institutions falter in crises, while enduring firms rely on constant selection of first rate partners.
Rural North Carolina bears a sizable tax burden. The University News Letter cites State Tax Commission data showing farmers paid about ten million dollars of roughly sixty-three million in total property taxes last year, roughly one-fifth to one-sixth of the statewide levy.
The piece notes spontaneous folk ghost stories about Monte Alban Mexico tombs and a phantom Aztec market. It also comments on President Hoover's stance against more soldiers bonus legislation and a shift in belief during hard times. It ends by reporting rising fortune telling business amid economic distress.
The remark suggests abandoning personal income in favor of transferring earnings to the government while retaining the tax itself. It argues higher rates improve efficiency and government funding.
An injured film extra in Hollywood must wear a plaster cast for several months, keeping her in a cast regularly. The report notes the extended recovery period and impact on performances.
A congressional member voices doubt that war debts will be cancelled, raising questions about future financial obligations. He notes optimism about relief for Europe but is cautious about sweeping debt forgiveness.
An archaeologist suggests that economic inequity persists as elites avoided taxes for centuries. The claim links ancient wealth practices to modern discussions, noting enduring patterns of tax avoidance and perceived fairness.
In a portrait of Greek Americans, Nick Drakulakos highlights physicians, artists, athletes, and film figures, listing notable individuals like A Mavlozos, P Coryllos, J Vassos, and Athenagoras. He notes Greek contributions to churches, education, and the war effort, with significant economic and civic presence across the United States.
A. Selnders, speaking at Friends' church in Archdale, argues to restore confidence in values and prevent price cutting. He cites merchandise trends, advertising experiments, and the need to maintain American workmanship and citizenship amid cheap goods and inflation.
The Enterprise argues against buying in a falling market and against price cutting. It urges manufacturers merchants and tradesmen to abandon the belief that price alone drives business. It emphasizes that good business rests on known value and clarity about what a thing is worth.
A columnist advises travelers to buy tickets at printed prices at the box office instead of paying scalpers. Last minute cancellations and broker returns can yield discounts. A couple finally secured Katharine Corneil's The Barretts of Wimpole Street on a decisive last day amid long lines.
The report notes sold out standing room and a curtain moment as fans pressed after a show. Ken Stewart’s career moves and a social roundup include John W. Considine Jr and Carmen Pantages wedding talk plus Berlin era war updates with Cantigny actions and German advances near the Somme during March 1918.
The 1931 Illinois automobile deaths totaled 2,333, up 172 percent from 1920’s 728. Since 1920, 18,051 people have been killed in motor vehicle accidents across the state, with 30 of every 100,000 residents dying in 1931 per the state health department.
The Bureau of Standards assists aviation by designing instruments and engine mufflers, testing wind tunnel turbulence effects, developing fire proof fuel tanks, and performing numerous related tasks to advance the field.
A dense crossword style clue set lists horizontal and vertical entries with numerical positions and definitions. The kit includes multiword phrases and varied parts of speech, challenging readers to fill across and down with historical style clues.
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