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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1938

Page

4

Psalm 48 Prayer Note on Wisdom and Love

Religious verse fragment reflecting on loving kindness as wisdom. Mentions God and Psalm 48:9 style, suggesting contemplation in praise. No clear event or identifiable person or organization.

French Rightward Drift in Crisis Shapes New Regime

A historical note suggests France under Daladier adopts a conservative, disciplined front to face external threats while internal divisions hinder solid policy. It foresees a realist government pattern and potential conflict with Britain and Italy amid rising fascism and Spanish turmoil.

Edouard Adier Hitler Dala

Foreign-born residents in the United States by origin

Reports show little participation by German born residents in a recent vote. Among fourteen million foreign-born residents, Germany and Austria combined account for about 1.0 million, with large communities from Britain, Ireland, Canada, and Poland also present.

Hitler Plescute Germany Austria Italy Unitedates Company of Ates British Empire Britain Free State Canada Lit Poland United States

Half-Formed Claim Amid US Population Debate

A fragment asserts influence over the United States with minimal data, suggesting a disputed population manipulation claim. No verifiable sources or details are provided to confirm the assertion or identify involved parties.

Germany and Austria vote tallies spark global alarm

The piece notes Hitler's overwhelming yes vote in Austria and compares it with the 1936 U S presidential totals, questioning the accuracy and freedom of the plebiscite. It discusses fear-driven voting and the solid front alleged by Nazi propaganda, urging cautious, stable tax and business legislation.

Moving sidewalk proposal for Capitol underground passage

Congress weighs a $175,000 moving sidewalk between the Capitol buildings. It would save a minute for each member but prompts reflection on whether the time saved or the exercise gained justifies the cost and effort for the country.

Congress House Capitol

South Carolina Lawmakers Weigh Biennial Assembly

A South Carolina legislator urges reducing the annual meeting to a biennial or American normal of assembly. He argues fewer sessions would aid state business and cites South Carolina, four New England states, and Alabama as examples with less frequent or quadrennial sessions.

South Carolina New England Alabama

John D Archibald's Rise From Poverty to Power

A story of John D Archibald born in Leesburg Ohio who rose from humble beginnings. He helped others, worked long hours, learned oil drilling and refining, won early partnership at nineteen, and joined Rockefeller at twenty seven becoming director and president. The tale credits his likable nature for his success.

John D. Archibald Leesburg Ohio John Pennsylvania John D. Rockfeller Rockefeller Standard Co Company

Unhappiness in Animals and J P Morgan’s Work Ethic

The passage contrasts animals and humans by asking about unhappy horses and blue birds and notes that birds and horses do not seek to impress others. It then describes J P Morgan as valuing shared burdens and delegation, rejecting the one man principle despite his ability to perform tasks himself.

J. P. Morgan

Blum Faces Charge Over New Deal Echoes

Blum is charged with copying New Deal policies in a legal or political maneuver. Economic issues appear to complicate his position as observers note the branding of his stance.

Blum

Archaeologist Reports 5000-Year-Old Mesopotamian Bathrooms

An archaeologist announces the discovery of bath rooms in Mesopotamia dating back about five millennia. The find suggests early urban plumbing and public hygiene practices in ancient Mesopotamia.

Mesopotamia

New Orleans doctor urges nurses to hold patients' hands

A New Orleans physician argues nurses should frequently hold patients' hands. He notes that patients could allow more contact if they let go occasionally. In Tulsa, gunmen who gave their victim a receipt imply a strange, misplaced sense of honor among thieves.

New Orleans Tulsa Okla

August Echoes and Apricot Mules in Early Warmer News

A collage of odd notes from a periodical page mentions a hockey star with 400 stitches, a chant for August, and farmers upset about rehabilitated mules that look young but fail to haul loads. Secret service operatives claim dull eye traits signal counterfeit money.

Secret Service

Wisconsin anglers weigh flies versus worms debate

Wisconsin fishermen debate the merits of fishing with flies and worms as veteran anglers argue the best bait and methods. The story frames the clash between traditional and modern approaches in the fishing community.

Wisconsin

Curfew Bells and Civic Debate in Freeport

A Freeport police chief urges the council to sell the town bell amid shifting attitudes toward curfews and youth behavior. The era’s tensions echo through modern concerns over authority, distraction, and civic symbolism as officials weigh drastic steps.

Freeport

Third Term Debate Cited by Presbyterian Moderator

Dr. W H Foulkes, moderator of the Presbyterian Church in the United States, voices personal opposition to a third presidential term on grounds it contravenes the essential American spirit.

W. H. Foulkes Presbyterian Church In the United States

Grand Jury Work Seen as Cornerstone of Law System

Supreme Court Justice Nathan D. Lapham of Rochester New York emphasizes that grand jury work ranks first in the machinery of the law. He argues the process is foundational to American justice and public accountability.

Supreme Court Nathan D. Lapham Rochester

Navy Vulnerabilities Multiply Across Modern Threats

Senator Royal S. Copeland notes in a Washington address that modern warfare presents many new methods to undermine naval power, signaling a shift in defense priorities and the need for updated strategic countermeasures.

Royal S. Copeland

Al Smith Not On Crescent Limited Halting Local Interest

Crowds of over a hundred braved wind and rain to the station hoping to see Al Smith pass on the Crescent Limited. He was not aboard and had not announced travel on that train. Political activity rises as the region gears up for events.

al Smith Crescent Limited Josephus Daniels Wesley Memorial Church High Point Chamber of Commerce, Real Estate Board Merchants’ Association Farmers of This Sheraton Hotel

Miss Lacy Lowe to Gordon Cox Married in Danville Va

Saturday evening marriage in Danville Virginia united Miss Lacy Lowe and Gordon Cox both of the city with Rev. T. A. Smoot officiating. Tate Andrews returned to Wake Forest to resume studies. Mr and Mrs J R Wood and daughters Ruby and Edna returned from Atlanta where they spent Easter. Miss Evelyn Payne spent Easter holidays in Washington DC with friends.

Danville Lacy Lowe Gordon Cox T. A. Smoot Tate Andrews Wake Forest J. R. Wood Ruby Edna Atlanta Evelyn Payne Washington, D. C

North Carolina Governor Nomination by Republican Convention

In Raleigh the Republican convention unanimously nominated Carthage native as candidate for governor. Unclear further details accompany the brief notice.

Carthage North Carolina Raleigh

High Point Retail Merchants Set Officers Election Next Tuesday

Twenty years ago the Retail Merchants' association of High Point will hold its annual meeting next Tuesday evening to elect officers for the coming year. The group was formed about a year ago. Women of High Point launched a prayer movement for American soldiers at a First Baptist Church meeting with Mrs. James A. Clarke as temporary chair. An inter church mass meeting is planned for Friday at the Presbyterian church to prep for a religious census starting Sunday with speakers J. Allen Austin Fred N. Tate and Miss Martha Dozier. A Liberty bonds sale organization meeting is set for 7:30 this evening at a designated location.

Retail Merchants’ Association of High Point First Baptist Church James A. Clarke Presbyterian Church J. Allen Austin Fred N. Tate Martha Dozier

People-W B Price and Sizemore Travel to Washington on Business

W B Price and Frank J Sizemore departed for Washington last night to handle business and will stay a few days. Miss Clara Steele visited Greens boro with friends for a few hours. Rev C P Coble and W G Shipman were Greensboro visitors for a few hours. The High Point concert band plans a performance next Saturday evening at Lowery Patton’s home at West Green and Vail streets.

W. B. Price Frank J. Sizemore Washington Clara Steele Greensboro Rev. C. P. Coble W. G. Shipman High Point Lowery Patton West Green Vail Streets

Germans Repulsed at Toul and British Evacuate Armentieres

News briefs report a German attack northwest of Toul was repulsed at dawn. Armentieres has been evacuated by British forces. The Germans head toward Messines ridge as the senate votes to bar strikes and preserve munition and war material production.

Toul France Armentiers Messines Ridge Flanders Senate

Contempt for Laws Grows From Arrests, Says Commissioner Foote

A Pennsylvanian motor police commissioner P. W. Foote states that many Americans feel law contempt due to how they are treated when arrested for motor offenses or minor regulations. The remarks reflect concerns about policing and public perception of justice.

P. W. Foote Pennsylvania Motor Police

Will Rogers Jr Reports From Spanish War Front

Will Rogers Jr returns from the Spanish war front to warn that wild eyed truck drivers pose greater danger to American pedestrians than falling bombs. He questions what terrors war may hold for civilians at home.

Will Rogers, Jr

Hungarian Leader Foresees No Budapest Compromise

Budapest dispatch reports Horthy hints Budapest cannot be reconciled with, while a Hungarian Nazi figure hints at ambitions linked to Hitler. Signposts suggest Hitler’s plans may not yield a Czechmated outcome.

Horthy Budapest

Diary of New York day by day memories and family notes

Charles B Driscoll records a spring vacation at home with Mary undecided on a chow puppy amid reader letters for and against the pet. He recalls boyhood friends Joe Fordyce and Don, and remarks on meeting cartoonist Bob Brinkerhoff and his wife Pat at a wedding while praising lasting friendships.

New York Mary Ursula Parrott Patricia Captain Kidd Joe Fordyce Volcanic National Park California Don Van Frank Healey Bob Brinkerhoff Pat O. O. McIntyre Park Avenue Odd McIntyres Bob Pat Brinkerhoff

Parental Theories on College Choices Prove Fragile

A parent recalls urging daughter Mary to switch colleges for flexibility. Mary resists, favoring Pembroke now, Swarthmore next year, valuing stability over change. The narrative concludes that parental theories about elimination of disappointment fail when the student prefers continuity.

Mary Pembroke Swarthmore Providence

Letter on Columnist Errors and Name Confusion

Kenneth O Brien of Bridgeport complains about misnaming his wife Virginia a Kath erine in a column. The writer admits repeated slips and reflects on lapses from careful copy editing and childhood slang.

Kenneth O Brien Bridgeport Virginia Katherine Washington George

Heart to heart on mail, cards, and filing efficiency

The writer explains dedicating one day weekly to mail, relying on postal cards for speed, requests larger cards from Mr. Farley, and notes a new filing system in the study to improve prompt mail handling.

Dutch Treat Club Show Portrays 1938 Life And Manners

The Dutch Treat Club annual spring show portrays life and manners in 1938 America with subtle social commentary. Notables like Clarence Kelland, Ray Virgin, James Piagg, Lowell Thomas and Frank Crowninshield contribute, while Edward MacNamara recalls tracing from a New Jersey patrolman to Caruso’s pupil stage.

America Clarence Budi Kelland Ray Virgin Shuberts James Montgomery Piagg Lowell Thomas Frank Crowninshield Harry Staton Howard Savage Edward MacNamara Players Gramercy Park New Jersey Madame Schumann-Heink Caru- 80 Caruso MacNamara Schumann-Heink

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