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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1937
Page
4
A devotional note cites Psalms verses about delivering the needy and saving the souls of the distressed. It contrasts the charitable acts that heal with Wordsworth’s image of blessings scattered at human feet.
At a London session the powers debated non intervention in the Spanish civil strife. Germany blamed the Soviets for starting the war, while Russia denied the charge. Italy backed Germany as the debate stalled with no clear conclusion on who started the conflict.
The Red Cross chapter announces a roll call chairman in August signaling a year round post. Though the Roll Call remains over three months away, workers will focus on promoting the Red Cross efforts locally and nationally, with a strong and splendid selection praised.
The Securities Commission report shows Alfred P. Sloan of General Motors earning 651311 last year, with 411161 in bonus, and William Randolph Hearst near half a million annually. The article argues money is not the sole basis of achievement and cautions that leadership driven by wealth may be unsustainable.
The Cotton Road linking Faison to Clinton was opened with ceremonies in Clinton. The article notes the road’s smooth asphalt and cotton fabric base, contrasting with Tobacco Road and highlighting its prosperous passage through the region.
In a Friday letter to The Enterprise editors, residents along Springfield Road Archdale argue the proposed Five Points to Ragan farm road would serve 150 taxpayers, relieve congestion on Asheboro road, and shorten travel to Greensboro and Lexington area. They caution the Clodfelter plan mostly benefits Meade estates and urge county and state highway officials to consider their route as the public good.
Washington reports reveal governors juggling labor votes and presidential ambitions. Politicians like McNutt Townsend Murphy Davey Earle tread a tightwire of troop use and labor relations to court support, aiming for future timelines while facing pressure from Farley and industry groups.
Mrs. E. T. Harrison, daughter of the famed road-builder Frank Page, takes key charge with Red Cross rigor and character. Mrs. Bruno Richard Hauptmann, if still outspoken on American justice, may remain in Germany returning amid public attention.
Resigning as pastor of Central Friends Church High Point Tom Sykes becomes Director of Personnel for Thomasville Chair Company a major local employer. A Quaker and member of the American Friends Service Committee he advocates peaceful labor capital relations and hopes the Finch brothers and workers will help model a lasting solution.
A collage of odd notes hints at a proposed liner’s specs and oddities from past days. Mentions of the Leviathan’s replacement length and unrelated curiosities touch on figures like Jim Farley, an English lottery bettor, a Cheyenne post office sack, and Indiana finance chatter amid airborne reporting ethics.
The oldest rosebush in England sits near Staplefield Church in Sussex, enduring for about 70 years and more as a living landmark in the village.
Scientists have lately succeeded in bringing to the surface alive a number of curious deep sea fish formerly unseen by humans. The breakthrough opens new possibilities in biology and ocean exploration.
Albatross parents abandon their young each autumn and never return, leaving nestlings to endure three months without food. Researchers note the harsh pattern affects survival rates and population dynamics in affected colonies.
New York dispatch notes Jay N Darling known as Ding abandons New York by choice. He began his career at the Des Moines Tribune and learned to draw with his left hand after a right arm injury. Despite fame, he dislikes the modern pow school and prefers independence and Des Moines as his ideal home.
Observatories like the Empire Chrysler and Radio City have boosted rooftop ads. Department stores promote sales hotels and attractions via signs visible from towers. An institution plans a large electric sign rising for tower visitors and air travelers.
A copy reader recalls missing the vivid thrills of boyhood in small towns while city life on Delancey lacks the sycamores coyotes and woodpeckers of his memories. He recalls being sent by old women to fetch a bucket of beer as a defining city childhood moment.
The passage observes that men who hold prominent desks often reveal unexpected fondness for fishing and the outdoors. It notes their familiarity with woods and streams, animals, and even horse and cow details, suggesting such men may not be at ease in refined club settings.
Film director Marshall Neilan deserts routine outings and seeks lavish meals at noted NYC spots. He samples M Frederick’s pressed duck at Tour d Argent and beef at Simp son on the Strand during a recent excursion.
Mrs J W Chandler and daughter Margaret traveled to Junaluska for a special Cradle Roll and Kindergarten teaching course. Miss Mary Duncan McAnally returned from Reidsville where she visited Miss Edna Earle McGehee. B D Steele was a professional visitor to Greensboro yesterday. Elmer Shields visited friends in Greensboro. Frances Burkhead, a visitor at L J Ingram's, will soon depart for Soochow China. Mr and Mrs J P Rawley and Albert visited Winston Salem this afternoon. The Geneva naval conference ended unsuccessfully. A Clay Kentucky mine blast killed 18 miners. Massachusetts Governor Fuller refused to intervene in Sacco and Vanzetti verdict.
A nostalgic tour notes oysters at Constantine's in Mobile and red snapper at the Columbia cafe in Tampa. It mentions a cook who blended flavors for Alfonso before Spain’s expulsion and Neilan’s praise of St. Petersburg Gulf seafood, especially mullets roasted on palm forks around a bonfire and dipped in drawn butter.
An opinion piece notes Noel Coward as a favorite in a humorous sketch. It compares fear to birds fluttering in a paper bag and hints at witty stage dialogue.
Governor Bickett informed Gen. Crowder that two North Carolina townships resist the draft with names withheld. A severe fire damaged North Main street in High Point destroying H A Moffitt's store and damaging nearby businesses including Loflin and Brockaway undertakers, R L Loflin jeweler, and Mrs R L Loflin milliner.
A brief note highlights apple pie as the great American dessert and mentions stewards on railway dining cars who carry a generous supply.
A casual note on a reformed drinker becoming a nuisance by sermonizing about alcohol. The group prefers quiet discussions, while some carry soap boxes to mount a showy opportune argument.
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