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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1928
Page
4
The piece argues for constructive social diversion over closing pool halls while noting recurring issues of gambling and liquor in billiard parlors. It questions policing actions, law changes, and raises concerns about slot machine devices and the role of ministers in pressuring indictments.
The High Point Civitan club and citizens supply head gear for hospital listening to radio programs at Guilford county sanatorium. The hospital superintendent values the radio as therapy, alongside entertainment to combat tuberculosis and mental gloom.
A discussion notes that a portion of the population treats political issues in campaigns with seriousness, highlighting concern over national policy direction and the impact of quadrennial elections on public sentiment.
The article argues the 1928 campaign will avoid major issues like prohibition. It urges parties to pledge strong enforcement of the law while noting the need for government action to curb corruption and crime. It warns voters and leaders to weigh psychology, law, and policy without overhauling the campaign agenda.
Bruce Catton reflects on transatlantic sympathy sparked by a German monoplane flight to America and the shared humanity it reveals. The piece links daring to unity, notes journalism’s hopeful yet uneven outlook, and discusses employment trends and machinery’s impact on labor.
The heavyweight Risko, fresh from defeating Jack Shakey in the elimination tournament, addressed a refined Cleveland club. He admitted speaking is not his strong suit yet earned warm applause, showing pugilists can win in the room as well as the ring. The piece contrasts sports culture with Yale seniors preferring Phi Beta Kappa over football honors in a campus poll.
A merchant unsigned letter argues routing No 10 through High Point should favor Main Street to boost tourism and local business. It cites 75 000 annual tourists via tabulation and says keeping routes simple with minimal cost benefits merchants while avoiding new streets and debt. The writer seeks reader agreement and notes potential future widening.
A High Point merchant appeals to the board and zoning committee for input from local business owners. He emphasizes merchant frustration with traffic conditions and urges a collective expression to officials.
A recent report notes that the cost of dresses has surged, pushing traditional modest fashion beyond affordable levels for many shoppers. Retailers cite fabric costs and supply issues as key factors.
The editor prints a letter from H. Byrum stating ministers told the city council that police reported whiskey sales and gambling in pool rooms. Byrum says he has never entered a pool room and urges immediate action, noting misreporting by papers and calling for stopping the devilment.
The Ministers Association responds to Mr Stokes alleging misrepresentation. After police reports of pool rooms and police affairs, ministers opened a session to hear the case and seek to help clean up city conditions. The author urges fair judgment and public attention to the ministers' side.
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