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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1947
Page
4
The text condemns Governor Cherry for granting a full pardon to Dr. Leon Meadows former president of Eastern Carolina Teachers College convicted of embezzling student funds. It argues the pardon lacks public policy justification and highlights Meadows’ privileged position and limited time gained.
Rep Robert S Coughton brands Republican charges against President Truman as utterly absurd saying the administration seeks no year end tax cut. The piece notes both parties use partisan politics on tax and labor issues while international matters briefly soften partisanship.
The piece argues that the gubernatorial nominating process in North Carolina requires far more money than the law allows. It notes the common evasion of the $11,000 primary cap, the hidden sources, and the reliance on wealthy supporters. It warns prognosticators to consider who has money and which leaders back which candidates.
Henry Wallace, back from a European campaign, dodges Truman's prediction he will support the Democratic ticket. He declined to say if he will run or back a third party, stressing it is too early to decide. He notes his past clashes with Roosevelt and Roosevelt's aides.
The British government raised tobacco taxes from 48 to 68 cents a pack but a widespread buyer's strike reduced revenue as Britons quit smoking. Reports note wives complain the move worsened hungry men and strained food supplies, leaving Attlee in a no win situation.
Reports from New York outline the pursuit of alleged persecutors of Chicago gangster Johnny Torio now in New York and a fatal election morning assault on Joseph Scotto riggio, with FBI aid lacking and a political murder unsolved. North Carolina notes compare foliage, pride, weather, and state development discussions.
Whitfield proposes creating a state fund or foundation to develop resources. He believes hundreds of thousands would invest $100 each to support NC research and private enterprise, similar to UNC foundations. As an example he cites Pender County’s $85,000 cold storage and freezer plant, showing potential for statewide development.
A column recaps Hollywood figures and politics with playful quips about Hedy Lamarr healing, Jane Weeks as a guide, and a former LaGuardia treasurer betting in cotton futures. It notes Linda Christian and a beer romance, Chaplin ads, Truman’s 1948 campaign, color photography orders, Crosby Chevalier on air, and a sharp poke at Hollywood communists. It also mentions Frank Kent’s upcoming birthday, a New Jersey derby pick, and Flagstad concert uproar with a war record cited as the loudest note.
A Capitol Square reporter tours Hendersonville and Elizabeth City to cover the spring meeting of the state board of conservation and development. Debates loom over whether channel bass and rockfish are commercial or game fish and questions of jurisdiction with the new wildlife resources commission.
Arbiter Josh Horne says under the new law the governor would settle jurisdiction disputes between two agencies. Roy Hampton suggests electing a governor who is a piscatorial expert. The board masks concern with humor but questions the authority line after July 1.
The breakdown explains that committees handle most work with eleven of fifteen members present. Committee meetings start at 8:30 a.m. and resume during the early afternoon. Topics include fisheries, land and game, commerce and industry, forestry and parks, water resources, and advertising before full-board action.
Board includes Walter Damtoft Asheville Wilbur Bunn Raleigh Oscar Breece Fayetteville Miles Smith Salisbury Josh Horne Rocky Mount Roy Hampton Plymouth Charlie Allen Durham Clyde Council Wananish Ericers Scotland Neck Percy Ferebee Andrews and D M Stafford Greensboro Absent Floyd Crouse Sparta Bob Proctor Marion A H Guion Charlotte A R Winger Albemarle Also present Bruce Etheridge director Paul Kelly assistant director and representatives of every division in the department.
Petier Edson surveys recession signals from hemline trends to labor reform fights. House and Senate labor bills diverge, with a tough bill favored, and a conference panel set. Racketeering probes, teacher wages driving union growth, housing limits, gas regulation, and forum polls color postwar policy debate.
A New York article alleges a hit musical orchestra acts as the Red cell of Local 82. It claims members face political screening, with two players involved in dances for the Caccion affairs and appearances at Earl Browder events. It notes a leading Red who previously sought local office and ties to Mike Quill’s union via behind the scenes lawyers. One attorney’s brother handles Communist insurance, with names reportedly circulating.
Drama critic Wolcott Gibbs is reported to have a five hour lung operation at 5th Ave hospital. He reportedly cannot tolerate sedatives and must remain bedridden. The note hints at allergy to sedatives and ongoing suffering.
Courts ruled broadcasts did not defame the plaintiff in his professional capacity and were not slanderous or libelous. Prize discussions persist despite promises of price leveling. Notes on baseball, memorial fund, and media figures thread through a collection of items and commentary.
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