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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1930
Page
4
A religious snippet from Monday August 4 1930 presents Isaiah 45 22 as the call to belief in God and Jesus Christ. It asserts salvation requires repentance for the past and life amendment for the future as explained by L L Noble.
The editorial dismisses the proposed North Carolina tax amendment as a flawed hoax yet signals support for reform. It argues the change could relieve small property owners and push diligent listing of assets, while warning against abuses by intangibles and urging modernization for fair taxation.
The article argues Byrd's Antarctic film, praised in the United States, drew severe British critique for vulgarizing the pole. It claims the movie softens harsh polar life for mass audiences and reflects Hollywood’s broad Americanizing influence.
A vivid description notes the elusive personal property despite its obvious hiding place, likening it to an ostrich with its head buried. The colorful metaphor underscores the difficulty in locating the item and hints at the ineptitude of the search.
The piece questions Edison style quizzing by scholars and hints at who would be saved in an expedition crisis. It then critiques tariff defenses, warns against self sufficiency, and suggests other nations could offer lessons in opportunity and resource use.
A congressional look at Russian economic moves warns of a looming trade clash as Russia expands cooperative farming and exports. American wheat, coal, and cotton face undercutting, while football interest wanes among college players, signaling a shift from spectacle to self-preserving concerns.
The article lauds Oscar DePriest as a hero who overcame prejudice to enter Congress. It contrasts North Carolina’s welcoming reception with Alabama’s hostile reaction and warns of differing racial climates between the states. It notes DePriest’s upcoming address in North Carolina and cites peaceful interracial relations there.
North Carolina farmers hear Dr Wright president of a Greenville teacher training school argue Germans lack gain in war yet have superior skill and that American legislation hinders. He criticizes the tariff act while Senator Swanson of Virginia warns agriculture could falter as the tariff persists.
After approval, dentists may use whiskey and brandy as medicinal aids in treating toothache, shifting a common saying into a literal practice. This change promises quicker pain relief and aligns with historic dental remedies.
Durham August 4 The Duke University summer school reports its first term drew 819 students the largest in a decade with representation from 23 states and two foreign countries. North Carolina led counties with Durham 164 registrants and 84 of 100 counties.
In a letter from Trinity dated August 2, Bruce Craven argues the proposed taxation amendment is a trap benefiting special interests, would legalize current practices, and shift burdens away from property at true value. He urges North Carolina voters to overwhelmingly defeat it, criticizing reform talk and political leaders.
The preacher reports good attendance and spirited worship at Trinity Church and Union Tabernacle on Ward Street. He based a Bible class talk on Naomi and Ruth, stressing home missions, love, and universal brotherhood among all nations.
In a church gathering the speaker praises Ruth's fidelity to Naomi and the model of world brotherhood. The sermon links Ruth to Boaz and Bethlehem, urging inclusivity toward immigrants and praising community work by Duke student Rev. Herbert Minga and local pastors. The day ends with reflections on manhood and faith in Jesus.
A brief exchange from Tit Bits features Horace declaring that what is worth doing is worth doing well and Eustace noting that Fool's missteps occur whenever he acts. The snippet highlights witty banter and the magazine’s light tone.
Tests on over 760 school children at Columbia University indicate a stutterer is the intellectual equal of a normal child with comparable vocabulary and often superior physical development, suggesting no cognitive deficit from stuttering.
Puzzle clues list short word answers across horizontal and vertical directions. It combines varied definitions from land mass to instruments, animals, actions, and measurements in a compact crossword clue set.
SETE France Aug 4 AP Jean Casterand aviator quarreled with his girl then leaped from a plane to his death. He fell into the garden of his mother's home.
In Veracruz Mexico on Sunday minor disturbances left several injured during the congressional elections. The revolutionary party says it won.
Mexico City August 4 AP reports a clause in the new immigration law to deter foreign entry may impose imprisonment and fines on illegal entrants.
Croydon airport readies to welcome Amy Johnson the 23 year old British aviatrix who recently completed a England to Australia flight. She is en route from Vienna in an India air mail plane and expected to land at 9 am.
Brussels reports Belgium today observed the sixteenth anniversary of the invasion with ceremonies across the country. Officials recalled wartime sufferings and renewed vows to defend democracy and independence amid calls for unity.
Readable fragments describe German forces advancing across the country during the world war period, with troops occupying towns and altering government control as Allied responses unfold. The terse notes emphasize military movement and occupation stakes without graphic detail.
Romanian Minister of Trade M. Madgearu announced in Bucharest that the oil industry will curtail production by 150000 carloads annually. The statement was released today amid plans to adjust supply in the regional market.
John B. Stetson Jr. of Elkins Park Pennsylvania Mrs Stetson and their daughter visited Sergeant F Stetson son of the hat maker. The Stetsons arrived by air and will return Wednesday.
J Basser Jones of Oldsboro, 47, described as a successful businessman, is reported dead. Dr Paul Smith, 27, of Pikeville, is listed as injured in an automobile accident on July 3.
In Rocky Mount North Carolina Andrew Joyner Daughtridge 17 the grandson of the late Lieutenant Governor E L Daughtridge is identified. In Allins Sl C R Flowers 77 is described as a widely known resident of the area.
A Norwegian scientist explains wireless waves travel over a million miles from Earth’s surface and are reflected back by a layer of electrons. The finding highlights how radio signals can bounce between space and the planet’s atmosphere, affecting communications and sensing.
Tests show a Utah found metal fuses lead and copper with other elements to lower molten metal flow temperature and boost tensile strength in iron and steel.
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