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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1938
Page
4
A brief reflection cites verse about justice and judgment being valued by the Lord over sacrifice, and mentions giving to every man his due alongside a reference to Aristotle.
The president urged that private capital must be mobilized to fuel productive enterprise rather than rely solely on borrowing lending or public funds. He noted a need to promote water power investment while hydroelectric capacity across the United States rises to 7 284 379 horsepower with North Carolina ranking fifth in development.
Charles Farriss of Stetson University in DeLand Florida, whose mathematics work occurred yesterday, had a brief direct relation to High Point. In 1888 he established the High Point Enterprise and brought his brother J. J. to assist its operation.
Charles Farriss, born in Raleigh, shaped High Point’s daily paper and served the city with constructive work. He edited the Biblical Recorder after Wake Forest and his lasting ties to High Point kept the community engaged. The piece recalls his faith, character, and the call for spiritual renewal.
The Duke hospital in Durham opened July 21 1930 and last Saturday admitted its 100000th patient. Patients came from within 20 miles about 17 percent from Durham and all but two of North Carolina counties contributed. People from 20 states sought care, underscoring the hospital s professional value while serving the state goal of health access.
Editorial argues hospitality cannot justify immigration. It notes 11 to 13 million Americans unemployed, four million aliens not seeking citizenship holding jobs, and another million on relief, warning Hull's invitation may complicate the economy. It stresses balance between needs and workers.
A sermon or op-ed notes Oliver Wendell Holmes in an address on law and order expressing calm hopes for civilization’s future. It cites Easter season optimism from America and Europe with religion reviving in Italy, Germany, and Russia as families turn to tradition, amid remarks by statisticians like Roger Babson.
A motivational piece notes how Don Ameche escaped a double low mood to achieve success in radio and Hollywood. It highlights his immigrant father’s struggle, Don’s early poverty, and his enduring charm that helped him win friends and audiences. The text urges readers to persevere, study people, and work hard.
A collage of historical quips and remarks spans figures from Cecil B DeMille to Adolf Hitler and David Swackhammer. The collection highlights eccentric claims and dramatic lines attributed to famous personalities.
Chairman Douglas of the Securities and Exchange Commission says business growth relies on a stimulus to break the log jam in the capital markets. He emphasizes that policy action is needed to unlock financing and spur development.
Washington reports reveal confidential economic appraisals urging government pump priming to aid business. Economists warn of a sour immediate outlook, inventories excess, falling installment credit, and a shrinking government purchasing contribution from 1936 to 1937.
Lena Lomax married Marvin Raper in a Thursday afternoon ceremony officiated by Rev. Lloyd T. Wilson. The event is noted among local weddings as part of a busy week of social happenings.
In Manhattan on a sunny April day a colorful mix of street scenes unfolds. A curbsider jokes about Soviet Russia while locals chat about Red agitators and public figures. Ruth Harkness returns from Tibet with a panda tale and fashion notes linger on hats. Ed Bodin stands out as a thoughtful literary agent with a knack for coincidences.
Reports indicate an inaugural trans Atlantic passenger service will commence in July. The airline aims to complete round trips within 24 hours on certain routes. Britain signals willingness to recognize Italian Ethiopia as part of evolving international policy. Emperor Haile Selassie, described as punch drunk, begins to show signs of fatigue and weariness.
Spring brought 18 inches of snow in Minnesota. George Olvanny, Tammany leader, visited Asheville to confer with Al Smith.
The Trinity High School commencement begins Sunday at 11 with Rev. M. L. Kesler delivering the annual sermon. Filing notices close next Saturday. The U D C chapter plans to sell Liberty loan bonds this week. People notes mention Thomas J. Gold’s Greensboro visit and Mrs J P Rawley and son Albert returning from Washington. Sergeant Ernest Bunting visited from Camp Sevier and Mrs J W Harriss saw friends in Greensboro. News briefs report British lines at Lys hold off German attacks and Ishii dismisses a Japanese-German alliance. Senator Stone of Jefferson City, Mo., died in Washington. Republicans in the Sun district plan to meet in Greensboro to nominate a candidate to oppose Congressman Stedman.
A Buffalo woman signal-tower operator suggests using a change in routine to reduce a habit, noting it may help at first but that many women could revert to the same pattern after some time.
Two psychiatrists argue obesity hinges on mental framing. They suggest that calling oneself fat can trigger weight gain and that changing thoughts could alter eating behavior and body perception. The claim emphasizes psychology over biology and invites further study.
A narrator recalls hearing Ja Whitcomb Riley in Wichita at the Toler Auditorium with a green apple motif. They brought a brother and two older companions, bought tickets, caused an usher to threaten removal, and shared a contentious yet civil test of friendship over Rooseveltian politics.
A Rochester cat draws attention by recognizing a triangle pattern, a quirky talent noted by local Sleuths in a lighthearted feature about odd animal abilities and curious phenomena.
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