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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1937
Page
4
A religious reflection citing Joshua 24:24 and Emmons on obedience to God as the strongest sign of true devotion. The passage emphasizes serving the Lord and obeying his voice as central to faith.
C W Kellogg president of the Edison Electric Institute argues TVA like hydro plants cost far more than coal plants. He says coal could deliver power at lower mills and notes TVA aims beyond power with flood control and land conservation. He urges communities to consider local coal power.
A Washington cor respondents poll for a national Catholic magazine shows President Roosevelt far ahead of Democratic rivals for 1940. Nineteen writers expect him to be the nominee despite pledges to retire after a second term, thirteen back Governor Earle of Pennsylvania, and seven favor other figures.
The piece surveys political prospects surrounding Secretary Wallace Governor Murphy and Paul V. McNutt as likely leaders in a Democratic fade to 1940. It notes whispers of a third term for Roosevelt and hints at a Coolidge like stance, while mentioning timing of a retirement plan in 1941.
Rodney Dutcher recalls Lewis at a social gathering joking about his stern public image. A young man notes the leonine labor leader is merry and amiable in private, while Lewis deflects with a grin and the remark that its “my business.”
Airborne views show dogwoods in bloom across Springfield church area Emerywood Lindale Dairy Farm and along Archdale to Thomasville highway. A writer compares dogwood beauty to lace snow and sea foam noting spring romance and perishable splendor amid redbud contrast.
The Supreme Court of the United States is praised as the savior of the South for protecting constitutional rights during Reconstruction era battles. Senator Carter Glass cites the Court as saving southern civilization from radical vengeance and conquest era legislation led by Thaddeus Stevens allies.
Horace Greeley warns of outrages by a Congress poised to impeach the President and enforce harsh laws. The article argues the Supreme Court, starting with Milligan and Garland, restored civil liberties, blocked military tribunals, and safeguarded constitutional rights against Reconstruction measures.
Washington dispatch notes the Wagner Steagall low income housing bill is likely to be trimmed by the administration’s economy push. Despite reduced cost, supporters seek to preserve the framework and national housing intent. A possible shift toward a United States Housing Authority is discussed as a starting structure.
Labor leader John L. Lewis, famed for a stern public persona, smiles and jokes at a social event. A first-time admirer notes the contrast between his ferocious photographs and his cheerful, playful mood, prompting Lewis to reply with a wink that it’s his business.
Senate bill to provide a billion dollars to local housing authorities over four years would offer subsidies around 3 percent annually for 60 years, potentially covering loan charges. If enacted, construction could begin on 375,000 dwelling units in four years, aiding families with incomes under $1,000.
A native of India walked 12 feet over red hot embers without burning his feet. The feat is likened to breaking the spirit of the average hot foot artist.
The 1 Duce narrator notes several marriages in his family and laments difficulty finding a suitable son to inherit or occupy a favored position. The tone hints at social expectations and family status within the community.
A city diary style column in New York notes two restaurant choices planked steak and baked Alaska, quips about radio voices and elevator men, mentions East 49th Street sights, a Tiger coat wearer, Mrs. Vincent Astor look-alike, and columnist Martha Deane. It riffs on chameleons by mail and neckties in shops.
A bustling Manhattan lower Fourth Avenue shop, Schulte's fusty book shop, draws bibliophiles with modern and classical volumes stacked on sidewalk tables. Readers linger an hour over volumes while clerks resemble a library reading room. Writers like O Henry and Harris Merton Lyon once browsed here during garret days in The Village. The shop also sells reviewed books from publishers, sometimes at cut rates. Rainy days boost crowds as libraries see more readers. Cafe song duos Chic Ender and Charlie Farrell, famed in multiple cities, tour yearly, performing brief sets and moving to cafes between venues without quarrel. both have prospered.
Two cars were demolished and two men injured by trains in High Point last night. The injured are C. B. Hayworth and W. B. Carter. Miss Tommie Dora Barker from Atlanta visits local librarian Marianne Martin. Max I. Reich to speak at Springfield Friends church Sunday morning. A Detroit Briggs plant explosion kills scores. fire destroys main building. Yancey sheriff ordered to arrest John Early and return him to hospital.
A Detroit man was arrested after attempting to disrupt a sitdown strike with a knife. The report hints a more cunning rival might have used tacks.
H. B. Ingram, son of Mr. and Mrs. J L Ingram, was named first lieutenant in a university company as he studies there. Workmen began laying asphalt on West Green Street this morning.
Mrs L G Ferguson and her daughter Mildred Theresa visit relatives in Danville for the week. Carter Dalton returns from the Dalton orchards near Wilkesboro and will stay several weeks with family. R B Blair and family traveled by car to Badin yesterday.
British forces press a second major attack on German defenses as a quiet mood settles in Germany and Austria over uncertain internal events. A new war film tracing a soldier from recruit to veteran debuts across North Carolina theaters.
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