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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1939
Page
4
A devotional note cites Psalms 48 14 and Feltham on faithful waiting. It emphasizes God as eternal guide and the believer ready to answer God’s call at any moment. The brief reflects a pious, timeless spiritual mantra for daily life.
An analysis argues that American fears of war appear comparable to alarm in Britain France Germany and Italy. It notes Britain France and others taking prewar measures while insisting the United States itself remains devoted to peace despite pervasive public discourse.
Duke University marks its centennial with a slate of speakers including Dr Eduard Benes former president of Czechoslovakia. He will address Saturday morning on Is democracy in Europe about to collapse and share views from his experience witnessing the collapse of democracy in his country.
The governor deserves praise for urging limited state involvement in High Point's hydroelectric dispute over the Yadkin River. The piece argues for preserving city autonomy and cautions the state to clarify its narrow interest if involved, noting the economic and navigational implications and the city's right to self-direction.
A sudden naval order sends the Pacific fleet westward amid theories that Washington aims to reassure Germany and Italy or to bolster sea power in potential war. Analysts note Japan’s vulnerability at sea and warn about threats to the British empire and broader stability while invoking a Biblical critique of hollow official behavior.
The Charlotte News urges a revival of simple honesty starting with government. It points to Champagne NL where eighteen officials including the state’s attorney were indicted for malfeasance. The paper notes corruption stories in New York City Brooklyn Kansas City and federal cases and cites Roosevelt era reforms as a model.
A compact reminiscence lists twelve moments from a February California tour. Grand Canyon of the Colorado sunrise, snowfall on orange blossoms, Irene Dunne on a Hollywood stage, a calf nursing on a hillside, a petrified wood ash tray, birds at Rex Barton’s Santa Fe home, Mrs George A Kelly, Orion and the Dipper over Arizona deserts, a Cocoanut Club dancer, seabirds at the Lake of All Nations, Edgar Pollard the dining car waiter praying on news of Pope Pius XI’s death, and sunset behind the Golden Gate.
A Santa Fe Trailways representative on a Los Angeles to Bakersfield trip asked riders about comfort and temperature with sincere care. The author notes such unselfish attention builds goodwill and offers a general lesson in winning friends through genuine interest.
Republic Steel chairman Tom M Girdler calls for a modification of the Wagner Act saying a law made weak by poor drafting should be emasculated to enhance effectiveness and curb excesses. He argues lawmakers must refine the act to balance labor and management interests.
A fast process for derizing beef has been developed. A pocket edition of the recipe for restaurant steaks would be welcome. Case School of Applied Science opened a new building with a dance, reflecting the college students’ focus on swing as a subject.
In a heated exchange, a parent challenges a teacher’s conduct report about Tommy. The dialogue highlights a clash over how the report was framed and its impact on Tommy’s reputation.
The column items name Walter Winchell and various public figures in rumor flurries. Mentions Ginger Rogers rumored marriage change to Mrs George Stevens and Barbara Hutton planning divorce possibly in Mexico. Also notes politics and society figures amid speculative liaisons.
Basil Fomeen of the St Moritz Hotel orchestra led a secret marriage to Mary Stuart last December. They plan a private ceremony at the Russian Church on Madison near 121st Street this June.
The piece notes Chaliapin’s daughter and James L Robertson III announced betrothal with a Fall merger planned. A sequel is hinted to the Chaperau smuggling case involving a fake foreign attache selling passports. Dies Committee suspects rival faction and alleges dynamite links. Vanderbilt ties and horse trainer Fred Hopkins feature in brief gossip segments.
Report from the Riviera says Merle Oberon and director Alexander Korda will attend a private ceremony in Nice within about two weeks. Other items note a single barber at the Worlds Fair in the Administration Building and mentions of Palm Beach socialite Jack Vietor winning a hotel bill backgammon match for $1,700. A diner near the Women’s House of Detention charges a 25 cent cover from 1 to 5 AM and rumors swirl about Palm Beach brawls between Leo McCarey and Jack S. Kriendler.
The column recalls the U S Fleet heading to the Pacific with half the fleet slated for deployment about ten columns back. It also riffs on Collier’s piece about Drew Pearson and Bob Allen. Jokes name Nino Nonni and Jackie Gately as Jack and Jilling. William Ludwig’s pay for Andy Hardy films noted, plus a British royal figure yodeling at Coq Rouge. A lively club night features Pat Harrington and J C Flippen with a lace theft and a near tense scuffle.
The Ranee travels to the coast today to unite with her daughter Princess Baba who says she has left her groom Bob Gregory. Mentions Nancy Wyman and Ted Gary in showbiz, Jack Colt selling insurance, and rumors on six presidency hopefuls Jim Rowe and Ed Foley. Senator La Follette vows to filibuster any war declaration. recalling his father in 1917. Lucius Beebe’s real name revealed Morris.
N T G plucks his newest girl after a coast trip and returns with a job for her. Lord Newborough 60 weds Deniza Braun 28 in a forthcoming marriage. Anne Stewart ties up with William McLaughlan II a wealthy Cleveland divorcee. Prince Starhemberg ill from soda pop. Nora Gregor seeks divorce from Nazis. Philip Coolidge related to Cal and Carmel White in a suggestive entertainment piece.
Harold Ickes and Frank Hague unite for FDR's presidential bid while condemning the Pendergast indictments as a gulf in party policy. The piece notes Ickes' blast at columnists and mentions his SEC offer to Hutchins, who declines due to salary and headaches. It also teases a show bidding with Billy Rose at the Casa.
The women of the Orange Presbytery will gather in an annual convention at First Presbyterian Church tomorrow at 2 30 o clock. A drive aims to raise 1500 for City Beautiful campaign. Community Chest drive ends tonight at 12. Also Mrs John S Welborn heads to Washington for D A R convention. Mrs W C Lee ill at home. Mrs C D Smith returns from Atlanta. Mrs W A Trivette visiting cousin Mrs Raymond Campbell at 219 West Ray Street.
Babe Ruth wed Miss Claire Hodgson in New York today. A Atlantic coast storm caused extensive wreckage from Maine to Virginia. President Hoover calls for reorganization of the tariff commission.
Miss Leora Hiatt appointed to place a wreath on George Washington's tomb during the D A R session in Washington. Dr J T Burrus elected vice president of the North Carolina Hospital Association at Pinehurst meeting. Rev J A Clark backed into a street car near Broadway theatre, freed himself with no damage, quipping accidents will happen.
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Millis and Miss Emily Brooks left yesterday for Philadelphia. Dr. D. A. Stanton returned today from Pinehurst medical meeting. Dr. and Mrs. W. L. Jackson and Miss Georgia Freeman returned from Pinehurst. William Raper attended the 120th Infantry parade in Charlotte yesterday.
Good roads advocates press for highway improvement between High Point and Winston Salem to connect the Winston Salem to Fayetteville route. Guilford County's new Victory Loan quota is $1,643,650.
In a divorce case Joan Crawford testified Franchot would not speak to her for two to three weeks at a stretch. The remark adds a wry twist to the ongoing marital dispute.
A fragment suggests women customers face deceit that not only misleads them but also suppresses appetite. No clear event, date, or organization is provided, leaving the exact source context unclear.
Secret Service agents have patrolled the fairgrounds for weeks inspecting every inch of ground to be traversed by the President on opening day. Reports claim seven second cross times and insider bets place Republicans in the White House by 1940. Cunard liners stand by for troop movement while insiders warn that social aspirations of some ambassadors threaten American peace. Description of Debs notes varied attitudes of elites.
Bruce Catton reports from Washington on the Farm Security Administration findings about the hunger march in southeastern Missouri. Thousands rely on relief as FSA debates wage levels, land access, and the sustainability of rehabilitation amid an expanding agricultural proletariat.
The intrepid general spurred wavering female troops to persevere. She asked if they would yield to masculine fears or wear white feathers. The soldiers shouted no and reeled into battle, forming into array and driving the enemy back.
The quote envisions a political fork for the coming year with a choice between a leftward liberal path, a rightward conservative shift, or a centrist route that aligns with the Democratic party. It frames the options as distinct lanes in a political highway.
A Portland girl insisted on marrying a man still recovering from scarlet fever. The rash cere left the bridegroom with a bright red face as sports fans note timing for screens. Three weeks before the hockey play stark.
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