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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1929
Page
4
A biblical verse from Obadiah critiques pride in the proud dwelling in rocky clefts, paired with a Victorian or later reflection from South noting ingratitude as a manifestation of pride. The lines juxtapose personal defect with moral fault in concise prose.
A Gastonia report portrays 50 to 75 residents in a tent city as hungry and poorly housed despite expected backing from an international labor group. Critics label the effort an example of incompetent leadership undermining economic justice claims.
Dr John Randolph Neal notes a heavy prosecutorial team, estimating about twenty lawyers aiding the public prosecutor in the Gastonia police chief murder case. He argues the surge prompts the defense to match with more lawyers, questioning the necessity of such legal firepower.
The anti saloon league leader Rev Upchurch was convicted under a bad check statute after a Greensboro barber paid out a $5 check. The News and Observer calls the case unworthy business while noting the barber’s later willingness to cash another check.
Dr. Neal informs about North Carolina lawyers aiding the solicitor in the Aderholt murder case. He notes the solicitor already has help, with about a score of assistants, and questions why so many are needed to marshal facts for the jury.
Charleston marks progress with the 2.7 mile Cooper River Bridge opening and the adjacent airport announcement. The event blends speeches and festivities, highlighting renewed growth as the bridge links the city to Isle of Palms and a northward highway toward the Canadian border, boosting tourism and waterfront appeal.
Ten years ago Muskegon Michigan faced a dire infant death rate with 193 deaths per 1000 births. A civic group of women formed a public spirited effort to establish a municipal health agency to address child health and reduce fatalities.
Muskegon women formed free baby clinics to improve infant survival. Funding came from clubs and donations, later adopted by the city health department. By 1928 eight clinics operated weekly in city schools, teaching hygiene and care while referring sick babies to doctors. The infant death rate dropped from 103 to 59.2 per 1000 births.
An endurance record is described as something that does not endure, highlighting the paradox of human effort against time and the fickle nature of lasting achievement. The note explores the fleeting quality of long attempts and the perverse humor in naming a feat endurance.
The piece notes plans for an Atlantic crossing or a record run without a stowaway, suggesting such feats may be publicity stunts rather than serious achievements.
A plane hit a steam roller at Roosevelt Field in an incident described as unexpected. No injuries reported and authorities investigated the event for details and causes.
The Department of Labor releases a booklet titled Why Sleep, amid political commentary suggesting renewed scrutiny of Congress. The piece frames worker well being and rest as a public policy focus.
A traveler stated he would begin at 5:00 a.m. and indeed started at that hour the following morning, meeting his self imposed schedule with punctuality.
Some people plan vacations while others focus on financial recoveries, signaling differing goals as they approach new opportunities. The contrast shows varied priorities in a period of travel interest and economic adjustment.
A capable woman returns from vacation and remembers to call her regular associate by his proper name, demonstrating attention to detail and personal affinity.
The Mauretania challenges for speed laurels as liners push to shorten the voyage time to Europe. Four wagon loads of Cleveland police seize an escaped Auburn convict with shotguns. the prisoner promptly surrendered, a rare judgment noted.
A terse policy is described where stowaways are sent back home without any acknowledgment or direct contact, reflecting a practice of returning individuals who made a dangerous miscalculation.
An Englishman plans to unveil a car in the country that will travel surpassing S miles per hour and run 56 miles per gallon. The advancement is expected to trigger a rush of Sunday drivers seeking economical, fast transportation.
Snowden asserts unanimous government support and public backing for no compromise. French minister Cheron and Italian undersecretary Pirelli echo firmness as debate centers on replacing the Young plan. Rumors swirl of MacDonald to The Hague and Briand fixing August 22 as delay limit.
Mrs Julia Davis Overcash died at her son’s home on Thistle street. Funeral conducted at Amity Hill Lutheran church near Mooresville by her pastor and Rev J D Barnette. Survived by six children O D Duke Ira M Bruce Lula Owens two brothers two sisters twenty one grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Miss Irene Yarnall industrial secretary of the High Point YWCA will depart Thursday for a month long vacation in New York City and the New England states. During her absence all industrial girls clubs meetings of the local association will be cancelled.
Funeral services for seven day old Paul Lee Hine son of Mr and Mrs P C Hine of 1510 Long Street were held at their home with Rev J L Underwood in charge. Flowers carried by Corinne Goodson Martha Rodgers Alice Rodgers Anice Briggs Evelyn Peek. Interment followed at Spring Hill M P cemetery.
Victor L Berger former socialist leader lies in state from noon today to two pm Saturday in Milwaukee city hall rotunda guarded by a police cordon. Funeral services are planned for Forest Home cemetery with Dr A E Hayden and Oscar Ameringer to speak. Berger's will leaves all property to his wife.
The advertisement run yesterday by General Electric stated Clinard Electric as dealers. The correct dealer in High Point is High Point Hardware, 127 South Main Street, not Clinard Electric.
Chaco Canyon sits in the northwest corner of New Mexico covering 20 269 acres of ancient ruins sagebrush cedar trees and vividly colored cliffs and sand.
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