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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1932
Page
4
A short quotation from Eben Ezer Elliott praising sleep as a home for the friendless and a refuge for the weary. The line presents sleep as a universal shelter and companionship for those without a place to rest.
The article notes European nations including England may delay payments to the United States while debate rages over how debts and reparations will be settled. Senator Borah warns that Uncle Sam expects nations to meet obligations, while economists suggest both forgiveness and restructuring may be considered.
The Women’s National Committee for Law Enforcement urged President Roosevelt to ensure Mellon and other officials uphold constitutional law on prohibition while in London. They argued he must follow the dry cause in spirit and truth, presenting a strong challenge to his stance during ambassadorial duties.
The piece warns Mellon may drink himself to ruin in old age and end his career in the county. It casts him as a symbol of a democracy ready to punish public figures for alcohol while abroad. It notes every drink in London triggers sharp criticism back home in America.
An article argues for debt retirement and prompt bill payment as crucial to individual credit. It contrasts the secure, respected consumer who pays on time with the risks of excessive borrowing leading to bankruptcy and sleepless nights. It cites Credit World and urges prudent spending to align government costs with national earnings.
A historical cable note recalls a Japanese troop train wreck near Harbin blamed on Russian partisans, underscoring how minor incidents can trigger large wars. The piece argues wars build over years and urges early peace efforts by great powers to avert a catastrophic conflict in the Orient.
Letter from J H Gordon of Lexington R F D 2 describes a crime at a filling station April 20 1932 as two young men in a Chevrolet coupe robbed R F D 2 resident W R Bowles of thirty eight dollars and a five gallon gas purchase. Bowles was threatened with a gun and the robbers fled. officials were not dispatched.
In Raleigh Times coverage Bailey opposes ruinous taxes and calls for genuine budget cuts. He pledges to stand against bureaucratic pressure, urging voters to replace unwilling officials and affirm the people’s representatives over government waste. The piece lauds his courage amid threats and calls for a stronger leadership.
Senator Norris advances a plan to deprive federal courts of jurisdiction over many interstate civil actions. The reform targets corporations that incorp in one state but operate in another to shift litigation to federal courts, reducing costs for big entities and leveling access for ordinary citizens.
Brazil plans a monument to Bartholomeu Cusmao who allegedly built and flew an early flying machine before the Wright brothers. Contemporary records claim he succeeded in flight, but he failed to persuade others to follow, while history credits the Wrights with the true conquest of the air.
A speaker asserts Kansas hosts speakeasies for 30 years while the state remains officially dry. The Naval Department plans to keep the battle fleet in the Pacific indefinitely, underscoring name power. General Ma is praised as smart for forcing Japan to supply him through the winter.
Miss Agnes Teague aged 24 died yesterday at 6 20 p m at 315 Walker street after several days illness with pneumonia. She was housekeeper for Mr and Mrs Frank Hunter born in South Carolina daughter of Thomas and Annie Rogers Teague. Survived by sister Miss Hazel Teague of Asheville and brothers Woodrow Teague of Compton Orphanage Asheville and Clarence Teague of Canton. Funeral arrangements not completed.
The High Point college A Capella Choir schedules multiple state trips this spring. Performances include Alexander-Wilson high school M P Tabernacle near Greensboro and Lexington Presbyterian church Saturday at Mount Hebron and Eli Whitney school that night. Sunday features 56 p m Vesper Services at Community church Thomasville. Additional dates include Kiwanis luncheon on the 29th college program on the 6th and a WBT radio broadcast with Hickory Methodist church on the 11th.
Funeral services for Mrs Mildred Mercer 26 who died at a local hospital after illness will be held Friday at 2 PM from the home 515 West Green Street. Interment will follow at Oakwood cemetery.
Representatives from High Point college Y M C A and Y W C A were chosen to attend the Annual Training Convention of the Y M C A of North Carolina to be held at Chapel Hill from Friday, April 22 to Sunday, April 24. Delegates include Clarence Morriss, Joe Coble, Forrest Wagoner, Vernon Cannoy, Howard Pickett, Blanche Hockaday, Verd ie Marshbands, Margaret Pickett, Myrtie Troxler, and Miss Mary Young.
Mrs. Marvin Smith of 301 Ennis Street, a Guilford General Hospital patient since last Sunday night, declares she did not poison herself. She says the suspected poison came from something she ate in the evening following a sandwich and a soft drink.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania acquired 116 400 acres of forest land across 27 counties in 1931, bringing total state forest land to 1 545 543 acres. The average price for the 1931 additions was 2 42 dollars per acre.
A three act comedy Four Hearts Doubled was presented Tuesday night in the auditorium by the High Point college senior class directed by Mrs W R Shaffer. Sue Morgan and Frank Robbins head the cast with supporting players and ushers assisting. Proceeds benefit the senior class fund.
Miss Adelaide Crowell violinist from High Point college will assist Miss Marian Anderson pianist from Havana Cuba in Andersons graduating recital at North Carolina College for Women Greensboro Friday at 8 30 p m in the music building Crowell enters as a junior after exams last fall and is a former National High School Orchestra member This is her first year at NCW and the honor is unusually high.
Debaters from the Thalean society have been selected for the annual High Point College Nikanthian Thalean event. The affirmative team is J A Thompson and Joe Coble, the negative team is Robert Smith and W M Howard. The question to argue is That Church Colleges and Academies Justify Themselves. A gold medal from local merchants will be awarded to the winning side. Rev J W Braxton will speak at the morning program. The Nikanthian program occurs in the morning. A society banquet follows that evening. Marshalls are Verdie Marshbanks chief Thelma Moss and Nathelee Lackey from the Nikanthian society.
Ten members of the local American Business club, led by President Arthur Kirkman, depart for Greenville D C to attend the second district convention of the American Business club. The group will join others for a convention banquet and dance, bid to host the next district meeting.
Bishop Kenneth Pfohl of the Moravian church addressed the local Rotary Club describing two forces for peace in Europe after noting continuing war spirit. He praised Rotary and the Church of Christ as agents of goodwill while urging cross‑group cooperation. Governor Ted Johnson announced a May 11–12 district committee meeting after the luncheon.
A special meeting is planned for all persons connected with the Singing convention at Pleasant Garden school auditorium on Sunday.
The Bulla male quartet of Asheboro will start the service at 1 30 this afternoon, followed by Colfax girls quartet. Many other groups will participate and the public is invited.
Puzzle lists clues with horizontal and vertical entries for a crossword style fill. Contains many numbered items and partial phrases guiding word lengths and definitions.
A college tennis championship began yesterday at High Point College with 12 students in the field. Victors named include Taylor Robbins Yount Johnson Bethea Gray and Yarborough. Remaining competitors are Finch Traxler Pendleton Primm and Proctor.
Mercer Pa. Judge J. A. McLaughry marks sixteen years on the Mercer County bench without a single day of absence. The milestone reflects steady judicial service and commitment to the bench.
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