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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1937
Page
4
A brief meditation contrasts belief and baptism with salvation and damnation. It notes that one who will believe only what is fully comprehensible must have either a very long head or a very short creed.
President Roosevelt warns that high durable goods prices and production threaten stability. He argues prosperity comes from broader distribution and lower prices to unlock demand. Technological progress must benefit consumers and be paired with wages and costs that rise in step to avoid a top heavy economy.
The county tax department notes tax listing season, warning delays may trigger a penalty from one to ten percent or at least one dollar. Offices stay open two weeknights, with staff efforts praised, but procrastination remains a hardship and extra county costs could be avoided by earlier listing.
Cordell Hall receives the Woodrow Wilson Foundation Medal for linking Wilsonian new freedom with Roosevelts new deal to reduce economic barriers to peace. Secretary Hull highlights a good neighbor policy and urges nations to unite for peaceful economic exchange and fair dealing amid global tension.
Myron C. Taylor, chairman and CEO of United States Steel, told stockholders that common dividends may resume soon, noting that March 1992 had paid its common stock and cumulative preferred dividends.
Persistent preferred stock payments show a high but falling figure, hinting at Mr. Taylor’s retirement from the business. He guided steel through its leanest years, with net losses totaling 53 million dollars from 1928 to 1936. Despite rising production costs and higher prices, a shortfall of 15 million dollars remains to cover added labor costs, though Taylor’s talk of dividends suggests recovery may not be as dire as the Iron and Steel Institute claims.
The piece recalls the volatile rise and fall of a young Washington congressman known for rash acts and public pressure his break with politics is seen as a sign of swift memory in an age of feverish news. The article notes the saxophone introducer's stabbing believed accidental, not tied to duty.
A fashion moment centers on the season's drndl dress as public enthusiasm rises while a wife voices fatigue saying she is sick of that drndl dress. The dialogue highlights contrasting views within households about current style trends.
A movie blonde credits Bernard Shaw with notable looks, calling him one of the world’s handsomest men, though Shaw appears modest about the claim and keeps a low profile away from the spotlight.
The Associated Press quotes auto strikers doubting Chrysler’s concern for workers. The piece defends his spending as not proof of inhumanity and argues a nation’s spending on luxury does not justify attacking his character or workers’ rights. It notes broader economic context and contrasts champagne with child malnutrition.
The long mocked shelter belt program across the American plains shows visible success. 1277 miles planted with an average 740 trees per acre, 550 of which survived, trees now about 20 feet high. Forest Service and expert cites confirm wind reduction and dust-storm prevention benefits.
A poem notes chairs moved in a living room creating new angles and personalities, referencing Martha Banning Thomas in the Christian Science Monitor. Henry Ford states wealth comes from the land while a crooner counters with pennies from heaven.
Report cites estimates that about half of infants in the United States exhibit some signs of rickets during their growth, highlighting public health concerns over bone development in early childhood.
A fading era is recalled as vaudeville acts still appear in the Rainbow Room and other venues. The piece highlights acts like The Olympic Trio and Edgar Bergen while noting Mme. Bertolotti’s cafe, once central to the Village’s scene, endures as others fade and writers return.
A large gathering is planned at the new Green Street Baptist church with 1500 seats. Dr. A. J. Barton of Nashville will discuss the World Program of Baptists, introduced by Dr. C. B. Maddry. Rev. Herman T. Stevens is pastor. Mayor Moffitt seeks re election and heads to Savannah for a state laundry convention. Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Gold visit Winston-Salem.
Mrs. Wilbur Jones with her son Wilbur Jones and daughter in law Mrs. Jesse Harris have returned from visits to Charlestown D C and the Magnolia Gardens. J P Crowder departed afterward.
In a winter tale, Ernest and Gene, Italian caterers, ran a famed dining set at their Colony venue. They refused entry to those who did not belong, seating others behind palms if they displeased a certain New York crowd.
Twenty years ago the Springfield graded school held its April seventh commencement with Prof Randolph delivering the address in place of Dr W A Harper president of Eton College. Merchants of High Point organize a merchants association to curb trade evils and strengthen business footing. Genevieve Moore resumes teaching duties in Greensboro after a Pinehurst visit. Mrs C Prince and Miss Bessie Hackney noted in Greensboro on Saturday April 7.
News briefs report a snow-storm in New York last night while German lines face widening attacks on a broad front. Argentina Brazil and Chile plan to enter the war, signaling regional involvement.
A Lynn Massachusetts man faces arson charges after fires were set. Police reportedly could never get our janitor, a remark suggesting the case involved a mysterious suspect and local scrutiny.
A commuter joke claims England's Flying Duchess is the wife of the Flying Duchman, reflecting a mix up of famed aviation nicknames and nautical legends in a lighthearted note.
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