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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1931
Page
4
The piece opens with a biblical verse from Isaiah and a closing quote from Goethe or a similar figure. It frames the idea that great evils yield hard lessons and moral warning about violence. The dated note notes Saturday August 15 1981 and presents a reflective aphorism.
The piece argues President Hoover backs government guidance in unemployment relief through Washington conferences on long term employment and a five day week. It cites business leaders seeking labor reassurance to boost demand, notes historical examples from Germany and Britain, and discusses dangers of distrust between nations including Japan and the United States amid aviation and newspaper fire losses.
The furor in Japan over a photo scandal involving two American aviators Clyde Pangborn and Hugh Herndon highlights global distrust and the fragile state of permanent peace. They face fines and possible prison, signaling harsh treatment for long distance flyers.
The Raleigh Times critiques the city and Wake County sinking funds noting decades of bond issues and refunded debt. It warns that credit mismanagement risks a financial crash and calls on Mayor Iseley to reveal the current depreciation of Raleigh sinking funds over twenty five years.
The article notes a newspaper's resilience after fires. It cites the Burlington Times burning recently yet continuing publication. Thursday's blaze at the plant totally destroyed the equipment and halted presses.
The piece argues the Wickersham commission shows unfair immigration handling and urges a stern yet fair approach. It also critiques unofficial censorship calls and supports a broad federal power investigation to inform a smarter power policy.
Ex-Beer Baron August A Busch recalls Hoover in 1918 asserting jobs in beer. The Busch family clings to beer ties despite temperance moves, while a friend sally critiques public image and game as well as name.
A Texas teacher who preferred a pupil to the principal was dismissed. The student was 19 and athletic, prompting the termination over professional judgment. A reader asks about the value of an 1849 dime, which is currently worth about $2 like any other dime.
George M. Cohan has penned a new number praising George Washington. The routine shows Cohan at work on patriotic material drawing on familiar historical themes.
Captain Charles D. Farmer of the State Highway Patrol warns that under the new law any bus or truck over 70 inches wide must display two green clearance lights at the front edges and a red clearance light on the left rear, with additional rear lights for heavier vehicles. Patrol has been lenient to allow operators to adjust, but enforcement will tighten as familiarity grows.
U S officials report Yangtze floods in China affecting 31 million people with 10 million displaced. Hankow consulate cites thousands drowned and $35 million crop damage in Hunan Hupeh and Kiangsi. Refugees in large cities total 220,000 amid looming food and shelter shortage concerns.
President Hoover leaves Washington to spend the weekend at his Virginia mountain camp. Mrs. Hoover will join him tonight after christening two United Fruit Company steamships at Newport News. He is expected back at the White House Monday morning.
Doyle Core age 20 of Graham was held for superior court on criminal assault charges. A 60 year old widow testified at a magistrate hearing that he threatened her with a knife and forced her to submit to demands.
In Weymouth the town clock governs daily routines and timetables. When the clock halts, milk deliveries arrive late, office workers reach work late, and hotel meals are pushed back, disrupting the town’s rhythm.
New York reports show over four years air carriers boosted mail and express mileage elevenfold while passenger mileage climbed one hundred tenfold. Only in 1929 did passenger mileage fail to double the prior year, indicating rapid expansion in aviation activity and demand.
Valier Illinois August 15 Albany Patton an 80 year old pioneer farmer will host five ministers at his farm on August 30 for a mock funeral so he can hear what they say while alive. He prefers flowers in his lap to on his grave and invites candid talk on his faults. Reverend John Maulding said he would speak as if Patton had died.
Advice suggests women encourage husbands to groom with soaps tonics and bath products. Emphasizes male grooming including manicures scalp care and hair tonic to boost mood and confidence, noting men benefit from attentive grooming as women have long enjoyed beauty rites.
Baseball leaders list shows Gehrig and Ruth leading Yankees with multiple home runs. Averill of the Indians and Ott of the Giants among top sluggers. Foxx and Simmons of the Athletics also contribute. League totals and standings appear summarized alongside player names and teams.
NORFOLK VA Aug 15 The Mount Shasta old shipping board steamer sunk off the Virginia coast after an hour of bombing by Langley Field planes. Army bombs totaling 8000 pounds caused a wrecked bridge and a fire while coast guard cutter Carrabassett and the Mascoutin stood by to finish destruction.
The Cleveland air races will feature 12 autogiros performing novel stunts daily. Troubling formations include a Ferris wheel and merry-go-round with leap-frog and freak turns planned to thrill spectators.
The United States reported that two American aviators Hugh Herndon Jr and Clyde Pangborn were fined by a Japanese court for photographing fortified areas. Funds totaling 2060 dollars were sent to the filers to pay the fine and 2000 dollars wired for installing an extra fuel tank ahead of a Pacific flight to Seattle. Washington said the case is considered closed and no protest will be filed.
The department of commerce planes will feature a new color scheme of maroon international orange black and aluminum. Officials say the bright combination improves visibility and gives the fleet a distinctive appearance.
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