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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1940
Page
4
A compact reflection on love and benevolence. It quotes biblical and talmudic lines emphasizing patience gentleness humility and the primacy of loving kindness over ritual or legal form. The passage contrasts spiritual ethics with outward ceremony.
The Netherlands asserts the Dutch East Indies can defend themselves and reject a protectorate, while reporters note relief at Hull's expression of American concern for the Oriental status quo. The piece warns Japan may seize on Holland’s possible distraction if the invasion occurs. Rubber wealth elevates Indies value in global demand.
President Frank Graham states he would welcome any investigation into the University of North Carolina if the Dies committee pursues its subversive hunting. The scope and intent of the congressional inquiry remain uncertain as the red scare pressures loom over academic freedom and governance.
A Washington editorial criticizes Congressman Dies and his committee for overzealous probing of university thought. It cautions against sensational publicity such as exposing a Washington League with suspected communist ties and warns such tactics may threaten true American liberty and university integrity.
News analyst H V Kaltenborn argues Nazi Scandinavian coup proves a dangerous pattern with 60 000 troops landing in Norway and Oslo captured. He suggests Norwegian patriotism limited treachery by natives and enemy orders, while condemning Nazi deceit and reliance on subterfuge to subdue nations. The piece warns a malevolent spirit behind Germany predating the war, citing Hamlet on a devilish, pleasing disguise.
The Concord Tribune reports an angry Indiana hitchhiker broke eight empty bottles along the roadway after rides were scarce. He was picked up by a sheriff and escorted away.
Dale Carnegie recalls guests like Lometa Bradford and others who pursued luxuries such as breakfast in bed private gyms and ornate offices. Despite initial satisfaction these possessions soon fade and fail to bring lasting happiness, echoing Omar Khayyam's verse on worldly hopes turning to ash. The piece reflects on pursuit of luxury and fleeting joy across notable figures.
William Herndon, Lincoln's law partner for 21 years, shared a table with him and later wrote that he never knew Lincoln to do a wrong or mean thing nor to condemn harshly. The reader is asked to consider if loved ones will similarly speak of them.
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A friend asks Pat to pick between sun and moon. Pat says he would choose the moon for faith and daylight light, yet the night is dark and the moon provides needed light.
A Glasgow merchant finds his clerk writing a letter with exaggerated g and y tails. He tells him not to let the ink bleed into the quarter Cal, a remark noted as a humorous office economy anecdote from the era.
Brief remarks highlight Pan American Day and calls to moral cleaning of national houses. Roosevelt praises inter American order built by good will while Hoover urges strengthening moral forces. Allred expresses interest in visiting the New York Fair to honor Finland.
Mrs Robert A Taft warns that dictatorship thrives not only on war but on the fear of conflict, urging vigilance against tyranny and the spread of fear-driven politics.
Norman H. Davis, chairman of the Red Cross, urged Americans to keep faith and charity alive during the blackout of greed and hatred, hoping for a dawn of a better day.
London officials debate a provocative strip tease trend seen as a morale counter in wartime. The piece invokes a Shakespearean quip and notes ongoing government spending regardless of public reaction.
At Moffat Field California the old army bugler has been replaced by a recording. We expect to read soon that there are sleepers breaking records at the field.
The Providence Journal cautions that wire tapping in the Rhode Island investigation into Pawtucket election frauds and municipal corruption should not distract from uncovering dishonest practices. It criticizes Governor Vanderbilt's judgment but insists the issue is closed and urges continued pursuit of clean government.
A merchant discovers all items on an invoice match except one hammer that seems to be missing. His assistant explains they likely took it out to open a box, lightening the moment with humor.
A farmer tells a boy applying for yard work there is a grand chance to rise at four o'clock every morning. The lad asks if there is a path to advancement, and the farmer confirms the early schedule as the key.
Raleigh April 20 The Department of Conservation and Development sighs at absence of Raymond B. Mallard of Tabor City from candidates for the 1941 house. As Columbus 1939 Representative he was a frequent critic calling the department “nothing but a racket.”
The North Carolina Food Dealers Association endorses J M Broughton for governor while denying they oppose his Raleigh law practice for the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company. James B Vogler of Mecklenburg leads the dealers. Vogler cites reelection and declines public comment on the race.
Bystanders ponder the future of Mrs. J. B. Spillman, a U.C.C. member via Hoey, as the North Carolina for Roosevelt committee navigates a shift after her patron publicly backs Cordell Hull.
W. W. Walker withdraws as Democratic candidate for representative in Henderson County leaving incumbent L. L. Burgin unopposed in the primary.
A serious man handed a political card urging support for R N Simms Jr in the state senate race. He asked the reporter and Wake's State Senator L Y Ballentine to consider backing Simms.
The anti diversion meeting hosted by the highway users conference drew little controversy as all Democratic contenders expressed opposition to diversion. Professor Harry Tucker of North Carolina State College noted receiving letters from each candidate and remarked it is hard to argue when all sides align.
Lieutenant Governor W. P. Horton prepared a strong reapportionment address but canceled the plan a week ago ordering advance releases to be killed.
The North Carolina College Press Association will meet at High Point College next Thursday. Over 300 women will attend the Western North Carolina Conference missionary conference in High Point next Tuesday. Better Homes Week starts April 27 in the city.
Miss Mabel Teague spends Easter in Richmond Virginia. Mr and Mrs Harry Doctor and daughter Anna Lou depart for Macon Georgia. Mr and Mrs C C Walker and Mr and Mrs H H Fouts motor through the Shenandoah Valley enjoying the holiday travel.
Two inmates were slain during a jail riot in Rhode Island yesterday. Authorities say security forces stopped the escape attempt as chaos broke out inside the facility. In other notes, Moravians observed their 154th Easter service at Salem, while reports claim crowds gathered in Moscow churches amid heightened tension.
In a parent teacher gathering W. L. Stamey urged a citywide playground system for the schools. Merchants announce a Dutch supper for Thursday to support community efforts.
Mrs Carter Dalton visits Greensboro today. Dr W L Jackson and Dr I T Mann attend the State Medical meeting in Charlotte. J W Lindsay travels on business to Eastern states. Robbers take 15000 from Elon College Bank last night. Revival begins at First Baptist Church High Point with Rev Luther Little of Charlotte delivering sermon. Chamber of commerce seeks a tobacco market for High Point. Humor note on German navy and Hitler.
A satirical note observes Hitler’s appetite shifting from Poland to broader appetites as wartime hunger collides with culinary metaphors. It contrasts Polish sausage with a smorgasbord of other foods and jokes about French pastries and English muffins not appearing on the dessert list.
Kansas editor William Allen White asserts the Bill of Rights guarantees a man may be a damn fool in his own way, defending broad personal liberty across political and social lines.
Bishop G Bromley Oxnam argues that class nation and race fail to unite people and calls for a universal ideal large enough to include all men in the pursuit of social emancipation.
In Pennsylvania a man made reservoir flood project looms over a remaining Native American community. Once the tribe faced extinction fears, now a water control scheme may submerge their home and history.
Californians complain about extreme heat one day and boast about hail size the next as spring arrives. The remark captures seasonal mood swings and climate quirks observed across the state.
Bruce Catton notes Britain faces dollar shortages and pursues currency manipulation to raise export prices. Britain peggs the pound at 4.02 but free markets offer about 3.56, with new rules requiring official rates for tin rubber jute and whisky exports. Aims to boost U S export by using Argentine exchange frozen to Britain, limiting Latin American sales.
Commercial aviation interests express concern as the Air Safety Board is abolished and the Civil Aeronautics Authority returns to the Department of Commerce. Independent Air Safety previously offered a buffer from political pressure, while the CAA now bears regulatory responsibility under a Commerce administrator.
The Townsend Plan receives cordial, even private support in the Senate as Senator Downey proposes an inquiry into its gross income tax. Conservatives back the plan, following Congress historic deferral of a social security payroll tax increase last year, a move seen as easing the act from an actuarial basis.
Quote from Mlle Eve Curie a French lecturer in the U S notes that peace will not end daily life in France and Europe as families raise children conduct business and prepare meals amid postwar recovery.
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