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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1929
Page
4
A compact reflection cites 1 Corinthians 8 9 urging caution with liberty to avoid hurting the weak and recalls Rochefoucauld on weakness as a stubborn flaw. The passage hints at moral responsibility and restraint in conduct.
The article discusses the potential entry of David H. Blair as a Republican candidate to challenge Senator Simmons in 1930. It notes possible Democratic defections and the unlikely defeat of Simmons in a party primary, suggesting a Republican challenge would rely on Blair and internal revenue commissioner support.
The Senate debates Mellon's eligibility reveal a long standing tension between law and practice. Critics aim to unseat him as a target, arguing the conflict with commerce is inherent for a Treasury chief. The column contends the fight has descended into meanness.
David H. Collins, a longtime magistrate in Greensboro, died quietly. Though not a lawyer, he spent thirty years serving as a local justice of the peace with practical law knowledge and notable courage. His absence leaves a gap in North Carolina’s small community judiciary.
As time passed the community trusted his judgment more. Greensboro entrusted him with more duties, naming him city judge for eight years. Yet his role as justice of the peace remained open and he acted as arbiter in many domestic disputes in the town.
The bus operators appeal to the highest court on whether they must carry negro passengers. Judge Barnhill’s ruling holds a bus as a common carrier must provide equal and separate accommodations. The decision implies possible partitions or car adaptations to segregate riders while maintaining equal service.
In a critique of Bishop Dennon, the bishop discusses his wet liner voyage claiming factors beyond alcohol influence his choice. The piece argues dry ships meet all criteria and questions why he did not support dry operators or answer Congressman's inquiry.
A doctor's column links spring fever to winter overindulgence and indoor life. He cites lack of exercise, overeating, and poor ventilation, and prescribes regular exercise, fresh air, and a milk fruit and vegetable diet with water to prevent or cure spring fever.
An editorial argues that famine abroad especially in Bessarabia and China will affect us as the world grows smaller. It urges readers to donate to relief as modern travel and communications bind nations, ending provincialism and selfishness. It notes Hoover's disarmament proposal stirred hopes but omitted coastal defense.
A quip notes Arthur Schnitzler who said writing reminiscences is easy with a poor memory as a remark on modern autobiographies and memory. The line is cited to frame reflections on self narratives.
A newspaper notes another quake in Bologna and markets a wry take from locals about the city’s resilience. The piece mixes headline framing with light cultural commentary on the ongoing seismic activity.
Greece designates Mount Olympus as a national park and eyes tourism driven by a strong film to attract American visitors. The project depends on a compelling movie to lure tour groups and boost publicity.
Senator Gillett offers a sarcastic remark questioning Heflin’s expressed remorse after a missile thrown at a senator missed and hit a policeman. The exchange asks whether the apology implies the offender lacked proper training or practice.
A remark in the Atchison Globe contends that a talkative man is not necessarily thriftless. It notes a contrary type who can ignite a long monologue about almost anything while the waiter seeks the check.
A witty remark notes Congress struggles for identity and suggests a memorable theme song as a solution. The quip frames legislative work as needing a unifying musical motif to boost public appeal and morale.
Workers begin demolition of the city’s first steel skyscraper, a landmark noted for its tough construction and historic significance. The gutted building, once a beacon of early skyscraper design, is dismantled amid safety and preservation concerns.
Readers wonder how Babe Ruth holds his breath so long in formal portraits. The image shows Ruth in a tuxedo striking a stately pose, prompting curiosity about technique and training behind his maritime-like stamina.
Gene Tunney, seen with George Bernard Shaw in Italy, declines to discuss Shaw when questioned by reporters. Shaw, however, is expected to comment on the matter himself.
A Brooklyn man arrested for wife beating was ordered to kiss his wife every morning for six months. The unusual sentence places the onus on reconciliation as the cost of his restraint.
A Kansas City court attempted to donate 263 pints of confiscated whisky to a hospital but the offer was turned down. Officials suggested the hospital already had enough anesthetic supplies on hand.
Captain Malcolm Campbell reaches 224 miles an hour but misses Segrave's 250 mph mark. The narrator quips about a moving van obstructing the run.
A prohibition agent testified he drank champagne at a New York nightclub hostess’s trial several nights weekly, a statement that could trigger perjury proceedings due to its potential contradiction with official records and testimony.
An incendiary blaze gutted a Chicago film venue and destroyed its mechanical organ. Police have not suggested any Boy Scout good deed theory and no motive is yet released.
Raleigh Apr 29 A state employee may not be named to the Salary and Wage commission as Governor Gardner struggles to find a willing appointee. Women employees split on candidates and many workers fear bias and retaliation from peers. Some department heads are named as possible members, but none eager to serve.
Charles E. Waddell of Asheville was elected president of the William Cain Student Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers at the University. Elected officers include C. P. Erickson Oak Park Ill vice president R. J. White Texas secretary and W. E. Bobbitt Rocky Mount treasurer Faculty sponsor Prof T F Hickerson was reelected. Walter Parks Swannanoa receives Engineer's Handbook for most interest this year. Phil Howell Fayetteville retiring president to receive Junior Membership for leadership work.
A Tit Bits item notes the wife of a bishop undergoing a serious operation and while awakening from anaesthesia asks if she is in heaven, then identifies a person named John.
Since 1800 the United States has acquired sovereignty over 2 242 700 square miles from foreign powers for which it paid 95 500 000 dollars.
Greensboro April 29 The Carolina Motor club outlined plans to greatly enlarge travel services for tourists and to establish schoolboy patrols in every North Carolina school by next fall. The spring conference drew over 120 representatives from most counties and highlighted the club’s national role with AA A officials noting growth to 20 000 members and a sixth place among clubs.
The Sophomore Girl Reserves invited the Freshman Club to a meeting where Miss Helen Vogler shared World Fellowship insights from three years as a YWCA Secretary in South America with Brazil imagery. The Senior Club then elected next year’s officers: Genevieve Sheets president, Jane Hess Weaver vice president, Bessie Hedrick secretary, and Dorothy Fritz treasurer.
A reflective poem on aging and nearing life’s end, urging kindness, charitable thoughts, and a closer look at dreams, truth, friends, and the daily news as years accumulate. It ends with a tribute to a life touched by another.
Banter between NITT and WITT features a judge remark about hiring a lawyer to worry. NITT jokes that paying the lawyer is another worry for him.
Prof Thorndike Saville of the University Engineering School will serve as a consultant on a U S Army board investigating Atlantic coast erosion. The year long study aims to design protective structures. New York population is about 6 000 000 with a metropolitan area near 9 500 000.
On April 29 1814 the Peacock a US 18gun frigate fought off Florida coast and compelled the British brig Epervier to surrender after 45 minutes. The American ship suffered no deaths two minor injuries while the Epervier lost eight dead fifteen wounded and hull damage. The Peacock escorted its prize to Savannah with two British frigates in pursuit.
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