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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1930
Page
4
A terse reflection notes that when capable men are punished, authority gains strength and the state asserts its power through disciplinary action. This aphorism frames governance as using punishment to reinforce order and legitimacy.
A discussion questions Calvin Coolidge for a 500 word history to be carved on a Black Hills mountainside, noting his silences and famous quotes. It suggests editing by admired American writers and mentions Coolidge's recent magazine output at two dollars a word.
North Carolina auto buyers spent about half as much on new cars this year as in 1929. Dealers struggle as profits sit with manufacturers and service becomes key. Many keep afloat via sidelines and used car sales, while bankruptcy claims many once thriving agencies.
The census-taker laments missed homes and repeated visits in High Point risking an inaccurate tally. The Enterprise urges persistence to secure a complete count to support growth goals, including a new federal building, and notes the published census questions already printed.
The Asheville Times analyzes state tax reform with focus on North Carolina wealth and rising public debt. Commissioner Allen J. Maxwell argues the cure lies in trimming government expenses and reforming the tax structure, including potential separation of intangible property from land tax and a lower rate for intangibles.
In Baltimore Dr. Frederick Henry Baetjer, a renowned X-ray scientist for 30 years, has saved many lives but suffered severe injuries including the loss of an eye and seven fingers. Despite 52 operations and intense pain, he returns to work with unbroken spirit, offering a hopeful contrast to daily reports of crime and folly.
The Rotary club chose Virgil Icol Earl Phillips Joseph D Cox Claiborne Rhodes and A 58 Parker as new directors for the year beginning July Officers will be set by the directors per club rules Guest Lawrence N Taylor brother of Dr F R Taylor spoke of Governor Pinchot expedition to the South Seas Edward G Matthews commented stock market as a business indicator and possible major improvement by fall Father John P Manley and Rev Tom Alderman Sykes spoke at the meeting with Sykes presiding
The Enterprise urges residents to cooperate with enumerators during the current count. It stresses every person should ensure they are included before the census finishes, viewing accurate tally as a civic service owed by all.
Tax Commission associates will present recommendations for a fairer tax system. Maxwell argues tax cuts require cutting government spending. The public should stay open to a property classification amendment if other states have benefited, urging caution that equality in theory should not replace real equality in practice.
In a Baltimore context, Senator Simmons vents anger at John J. Raskob dating to 1928 when Simmons bolted the Democratic party and aligned with Hoover. The dispute ties to North Carolina politics where Josiah Bailey challenges Simmons for the Democratic Senate nomination, with Raskob as a potential issue to mobilize anti Catholic and dry sentiments.
Crown Point Indiana treats marriage as its main economic activity likely under chain manufacture. Many couples wed there then relocate to Kansas City, home to the biggest spat works west of Chicago.
A novel hand bag in the form of a mail bag draws attention among women shoppers. The design hints at carrying a mix of items, humorously suggesting a nod to male collectors and the phrase the males.
Hon A Wayland Cooke of Greensboro visits Whitsett and attends the Gideonville Rotary meeting. Mrs Kate Albright recovers from a hip fracture. Road crews sanded from Gibsonville to highway 10 via the cemetery. Dr W T Whitsett scheduled to speak at Glenwood Presbyterian in Greensboro. Tax listing moved to April. Ed B Wheeler busy in Rock Creek. Community members attend Gra ham court. A shrubbery committee works at Springwood church. Rev Reid Wall presents Bible lecture at Methodist church. Capt F B Greeson breaks wrist cranking his car. Capt F E Stough speaks to Gibsonville schools on four conditions for discipleship. Whitsett teachers plan May closing exercises. Poultry losses from tanks alarm raisin g complaints. Wal ry Boone builds a new home with neighbor support. Rev C N Morrison of Greensboro visits. Luther League pageant at Friedens church Sunday. Bailey Simmons senatorial contest stirs local politics. Rev Chas Katt resides with Kivett Shepherd on Whitsett Julian highway after wife’s death.
An automobile racer in England said he often fell asleep with the steering wheel at his hands, illustrating the power of mind over motor.
A meeting of the committee chairmen of the city beautiful contest will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o clock at the chamber of commerce bureau. Attention will be given to planting preparation finances and election of judges in the yard and garden and essay contests.
Historians estimate the Sphinx was built about 3750 years before the birth of Christ, dating its origin to ancient Egypt's early dynastic period.
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