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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1929
Page
4
A 1929 newspaper snippet presents a biblical proverb about prudence and a Shakespearean wish for wisdom. The brief item juxtaposes a verse from Proverbs with a reflection on talent, dated Saturday April 20 1929.
The Southern Industrial Council led by Broadus Mitchell of Baltimore claims southern labor is being exploited amid strikes in the Carolinas and Tennessee. The editorial notes North Carolina's need for facts on industrial effects and criticizes state officers and the press for indifference.
Texas Guinan and Helen Morgan were found not guilty by juries after testimony and prosecutions over whiskey sales at their New York night clubs. The juries appeared to apply lenient interpretation, possibly sparing entertainers while enforcing the law on liquor sales.
The captain of North Carolina's highway patrol reflects on his earlier jest about regulating traffic. The piece analyzes the scope and limits of constabulary duties in enforcing laws and maintaining order.
The incident prompted editors and legal minds to question Captain Farmer's proposal for a 37 member patrol to monitor amorous activity. Officials clarify the force is to focus on traffic safety, not policing private conduct.
The New York World editor claims newspapers rescued a failing Dempsey Rickard venture, sending a special train to Miami and paying expenses for reporters. He notes heavy booster coverage and free hospitality biased by promoters, while privilege in law favors the rich as in Harry Sinclair’s 90 day sentence.
Bruce Catton profiles everyday courage shown during the Harriman Tennessee flood that drowned 20 people. It highlights river man Tom Atkens who saved over a dozen, Bob Underwood who searched for neighbors, and Grace Whalen who stayed at her switchboard to warn others. The piece argues such heroism deserves front-page attention.
Critics argue signs of seasickness on the Leviathan are indistinguishable from other conditions, prompting renewed discussion about the ship's health reports and crew welfare. Experts caution against assuming symptoms without clear, documented evidence.
A Tennessee county enacts a prohibition on married men teaching in its public schools. The measure implies husbands should focus on home duties while their wives may assume teaching roles.
Florida children present President Hoover with a gold harmonica. The crowd notes the White House is well separated and secure from public view.
Washington grows loud with chatter about a circulating rumor. The capital’s political climate is described as restless as officials and citizens discuss potential outcomes.
A Washington newspaper reports Colonel Lindbergh splashed mud on spectators who gathered at the field to watch his arrival. The piece quips that perhaps he should leave flying and enter politics.
Several Chicago young people have been arrested after wild parties and road house sprees. The article notes parental improvement hinges on youths setting a better example.
Alfred E. Smith withdraws from Tammany Hall leadership conferences leaving Mayor Walker to dictate the new head. Smith says the seven member committee will decide among themselves if qualified. The seven, led by district leaders, had been meeting with Smith Wagner and Foley on a successor to Olvany.
Civil authorities would not disclose details of an ongoing investigation into Thursday morning incidents. Military authorities say they are aiding civil officials with order at the mill and no probe is planned. Guardsmen reported a quiet night and no mass picketing as workers began the usual Saturday half day. Mill officials claim staffing is near normal with day shift of 1,106 full yesterday.
President Hoover defends the Kansas City plan as a party-wide compromise supported by all elements of the party. He notes a mandate for the plan and anticipates presenting related treasury and agriculture reports to Chairman McNary. Sam H. Thompson rebuts claims of disharmonized farm groups.
The speaker urges farmers to work together as Congress debates legislation. They criticize proposers from Congress and note farm organizations are not responsible for it. The American Federation supports a sincere, rational relief effort and hopes Congress acts harmoniously.
General Talamentes and the rebel west coast army rear guard sit less than 25 miles south of Massaea moving toward entrenched rebels. A big battle at Navojoa is expected with defeat likely to force dispersal and block retreat by gunboat Progress at Guaymas. General Calles consolidates troops at San Blas for Sonora advance toward Navojoa.
Reported statements by Dr. Schacht frame Germany as seeking a lasting conference, not a market. Allied leaders Owen Young and Thomas Lamont confer while American delegates hint at drafting a report as informal sessions continue. Funerals announced for Adam Gill Sallie Colston and Robert Walker with services and shipments planned.
The piece recalls Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia 1676 and outlines ongoing German reparations negotiations in Paris. It notes Nathaniel Bacon's rise and death after frontier conflicts, then shifts to a report on Dr. Hjalmar Schacht and allied delegates negotiating postwar terms with hints of potential German concessions and territorial questions.
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