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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1931
Page
4
A short reflective note cites Psalm 4 5 about placing trust in God and a Cicero line about trusting Him even in darkness. The quotes evoke faith endurance and spiritual guidance.
The piece argues Henry Ford shuts plants for a month amid 40 percent capacity, illustrating a shift from his claim there is no overproduction. It notes the paradox of reduced output while demand falls, affecting about 200,000 workers and mirroring farmers’ struggles with unsold grain.
The Charlotte press finds no critique of Duke Power cutting ad budgets after higher state taxes, while Winston-Salem papers criticize Reynolds Tobacco raising cigarette prices. The shifts align with a NC tax program, as officials sought added revenue. Officials offer no clear justification beyond broader tax effects.
The piece notes power companies use own funds for advertising to aid local growth, suggesting state tax aims should not be swayed. It also questions tobacco firms raising prices amid last year’s profits and growers’ poverty, calling the timing poor.
The International Congress of Military Medicine and Pharmacy at The Hague concluded there is no specific mental or nervous condition labeled shell shock. Washington reporters note physicians found no direct effects from artillery fire. The piece questions how many still believe in shell shock and warns auto suggestion may hinder recovery.
Paris designs for women favor bust and hip emphasis with curved lines. Health concerns rise as sustained slenderness harms strength and well being. Doctors warn against starvation and quackery in pursuit of emaciation, contrasting false beauty ideals with practical risks.
The American Legion convention at Morehead City rejected a resolution urging Congress to fully payoff adjusted service certificates for veterans. The piece argues the payoff should occur in full before 1946, noting government moves to extend borrowing and lower rates were a compromise and urging immediate full settlement.
Police used a tear gas canister during a riot to break up the crowd. The clash involved a tense standoff between officers and protesters as sirens wailed and bystanders fled the scene.
A California roadside billboard survey laments intrusive signs amid scenic beauty and warns that 1931 automobile fatalities could hit 35 000. The piece contrasts beautification efforts with pervasive advertising and urges action. It also notes a Wall Street Journal view that mechanization raises skilled labor value and cites Chicago aldermen inadvertently creating tag days for whimsical groups.
The statement hints that major powers expect rapid Teuton ascendancy. It implies geopolitical anticipation of German influence shaping global order in the near term.
The Paris to Tokio aircraft is nicknamed Hyphen, suggesting it is the perfect vessel to make a dash. The remark plays on the aircraft’s swift connection between distant capitals.
Bridge experts Lenz and Culbertson settle their system dispute with a public game. They will lay their cards on the table to settle who has the better approach to play and strategy.
Upon returning from Europe Eugene O'Neill arrived dramatically with six trunks carrying the manuscript of a play. The episode highlights the prolific writer's work and the material ready for publication or production.
The Chehalis gathering featured an egg festival amid a playful mood. Other cities hosted chicken parades, while a sage muses on quirky traditions and odd remedies including whisky as a snake bite cure.
Eighteen UNC law students from Chapel Hill plan to take the North Carolina bar exam in Raleigh on August 24. The summer law program shows record enrollment despite a generally low mood, with 81 students enrolled across two six week terms.
Farmers across the state have requested information on pheasants. The Publications Division of the State Department of Agriculture offers a limited number of federal bulletins on the subject, available to interested readers with one copy per applicant. Bulletins were secured through Senator Cameron Morrison's office, with Morrison and Senator Bailey offering assistance.
Two members discuss in the club smoking room. One recalls his wife once thought of becoming a lawyer before marriage. The other confirms she now prefers not to pursue law.
The oak wood withstands up to 250 pounds before breaking, compared with ash which breaks at 175 pounds, indicating oak is stronger in structural tests.
Four teachers A B Bushong Ellenboro W V Fielder Woodleaf George H Blum Middleburg Aycock Benson Johnston are named as top performers in 1930 31 with one to be chosen master teacher to represent NC in the southern regional contest. Fielder has previously represented the state twice.
Washington officials said the army holds 1.6 million blankets and 250000 cots in reserve depots for possible use in winter relief. No requests for estimates had been received from relief groups. Blankets and cots will be loaned by corps area commanders through state governors as last year, when 28000 blankets and 18000 cots were distributed.
The Earth's crust rises and falls due to gravitational forces from the moon and sun, behaving like a tide, though it is not rigid. This flexing affects landmasses similarly to ocean tides.
Mount Mitchell refuge gains fame for trout fishing as Chief Warden C. N. Mease oversees restocking and surveys. About 300 fish per mile in stocked streams, with transfers planned to balance oversubscribed and understocked areas. Public fishing is allowed for short periods at a small fee.
The article lists materials for a telephone receiver including aluminum silk mica copper rubber flax nickel shellac lead cotton silver iron platinum fine gold.
When washing chamois gloves, add a teaspoonful of olive oil to the water to keep them soft and pliable. This simple rule helps maintain the glove's texture and flexibility after cleaning.
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