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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1929
Page
4
Quoted saying from St Luke notes the value of the old over the new. The phrase adds that old wine, old wood, and old authors offer reliable comfort and wisdom, attributed to Bacon in a reflective musing.
A Southern perspective questions federal aid and representation under Republican leadership. The piece cites John Q. Tilson’s visit and argues the South lacks Southern-friendly appointees on key commissions and farm relief boards. It warns about transportation rate cases and federal influence, urging closer federal regard for Southern needs.
A committee report on enlarging city hall omits a protest by Carter Dalton against including a fire station in the rebuilt complex. Critics say combining city offices, the city court, and the fire station would bring noise and other drawbacks, though the project aims to enhance beauty and usefulness.
The New York Evening Post lauds the University of North Carolina for its News Letter as a model of publicity. It criticizes other universities for loud boosterism while noting UNC quietly informs readers about the state and its achievements, not merely the university itself.
The council weighs central location versus cheaper site for an integrated city hall addition and fire station. While Caton proposes separating the two, officials call for careful study of the arrangement, noting combined construction offers apparent savings and convenience.
A New York Times correspondent reports visiting Americans at Geneva show mixed understanding of the League of Nations. Tourists ask about US membership, joining the league, and whether other nations have similar bodies, with about 600 Americans visiting weekly as guides answer questions.
The article argues for strict penalties for stowaways on airships and airplanes. It cites past offenders from a French expedition and Dr Eckener's airship, noting public backlash and confinement penalties as a deterrent to discourage dangerous stowaways.
The piece argues a university oriented report proves the state’s improvement across agriculture, commerce, and finance, showing insiders’ broad knowledge. It claims such publication builds university pride and stronger support, beyond hype about athletic success.
Winston-Salem embraces crepe myrtle as civic efforts from years ago yield flowering shrubs across the city. The trees bloom notably along North Main street near Emerywood, highlighting the Piedmont landscape as a growing urban adornment.
The article follows Lindbergh, Coolidge, and Tunney as Wilbur B. Huston, winner of a national contest to study as Thomas A. Edison’s successor, prepares to enter four years at a technical school under intense public scrutiny. It notes public expectations, questions Edison posed to finalists, and social reflections on fame and genius.
An American company plans craft to carry 80 aboard including 79 passengers and a stowaway. Immigration authorities in Quebec uncover diamonds hidden in a crippled man’s wooden leg. He appears to have tried a footed smuggling bid.
The French government confirms the ratification of a debt agreement marking a key policy shift. Officials detail terms and expected impacts on public finances as lawmakers finalize the deal amid broader economic reforms.
A comment notes that some individuals endure losses of about 19,909 in work before recognizing their value at around 5,000. The remark underscores the disparity between effort and self-perceived value in the labor market.
Enterprise Bureau Raleigh Aug 10 Indications point to T A Wilson continuing as president of the state federation of labor and virtually the only candidate for reelection at the upcoming convention. Wilson, a member of the state industrial commission, is viewed as having strengthened relations with employers and industry during his administration, with broad support across factions.
The North Carolina department of conservation and development details the biennial $357,440 for game birds and animals and $102,000 for refuges and propagation. A $42,020 annual transfer to forest fire protection funds reduces game funds, with $72,020 from the state vs $800,37L from others. The plan aims to safeguard forests and wildlife while balancing budgets amid state law limits.
Aug 14 Chapel Hill notes the Nelson to Graham road opening shortens trips to UNC from Raleigh Greensboro and Charlotte and cuts travel times. The stretch from Nelson to Chapel Hill is tarred and cemented segments extend to Graham Burlington with minimal delays at red lights. The highway promises higher football attendance by improving accessibility for travelers from Raleigh Greensboro and beyond.
Raleigh notes Charles M. Johnson says Pender County cut its county tax rate from 1.92 to 1.25 per dollar under county government laws, borrowing 8000 for flood damaged bridges and repaying quickly. He lists other counties also lowering rates with no increases reported.
Poem by Joseph Auslander in Harper's Bazar for August warns against worshiping images of divinity. It urges leaving Mary and infant Jesus untouched by gold halos and cautions that adoration can corrupt and burden the young with heavy, deified symbols.
Washington August 14 crop production reports from the Agriculture Department outline the condition of principal southern states. The release notes indicators for corn cotton and other crops with varying yields and drought impacts across the region.
A brief Paddington scene in England shows a mother offering Tommy a five candle cake for his birthday and the child choosing instead five separate cakes with a single candle. The note cites Mercury as the source.
Paris reports innovative fur utilizations for autumn wear. Erminette vest and foresleeves appear with a black cloth dress, white ermine bands accent black suede gloves, and a white ermine collar trims a white accented coat. Detachable scarf like collars also adorn winter coats. A new fox collar forms a straight upstanding band fastened by cloth tabs.
Paris fashion circles predict a definite return to elbow length evening gloves this winter. Black gloves gain favor among style authorities while white and pale pink shades also appear chic. dancing crowds favor bare arms for cooling effect.
Letter from Ralph Davis of Lexington, North Carolina, requests publication to clarify that he is not the Ralph Davis arrested in Davidson County for Guilford authorities. He provides his Lexington address at 115 North Salisbury Street.
A humorous exchange shows a housekeeper complaining about swapped room papers. The paperhanger hesitates to shift the bath, noting it requires a plumber’s work, leaving the problem unresolved in a tongue in cheek Bits item.
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