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High Point Enterprise in High Point, North Carolina
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1937
Page
4
Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him
A compact biblical quotation from Psalms 119 2 praising those who keep testimonies and seek God with the whole heart. It juxtaposes a Saadi line about the beloved of the Almighty—the rich with humility and the poor with magnanimity—suggesting virtue across social ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saadi
High School Credit Proposals Include Driving and History
State education inspector J Henry Highsmith urges granting graduation credit for passing tests in motor vehicle operation. He notes North Carolina history receives no graduation credit, proposes a full year course with traffic laws, and hints colleges might recognize it. High Point schools will offer Latin next session for top students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Henry Highsmith
State Department of Education
North Carolina
High Point
Patriot Seventy Three Refuses War Duty on Front
An AP dispatch notes Hiromichi Yamagata, a 73 year old patriot, is figuratively bleeding to go to the Chinese Japanese front but will not serve. The piece criticizes absentee suffering and pities that China bears the real flesh wounds of misguided patriotism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hiromichi Yamagata
Bride of Tecumseh marriage amid Oklahoma reform school
Dale Miller reports a Sunday wedding at an Oklahoma girls training school where a bride from a high‑ranking inmate group remarries her childhood sweetheart after a month apart. The piece frames the event as a social development experiment aiming to restore convicts to useful citizenship within a broader criminology lesson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale Miller
Texas Weekly
Oklahoma
Tecumseh School
Guidance over punishment as reform in social policy
An essay argues for guiding criminals and reclaiming the worthy, noting evolving experiments that may become achievements. It mentions an Oklahoma girl seeking marriage and criticizes a harsh collection action against Miss Lewis for overdue HOLC payments, which drew adverse publicity and alleged discrimination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Lewis
Revolt of the angels stirred around Father Divine in NYC
Speculation centers on a possible heavenly rebellion within Father Divine’s circles in New York City. Observers note no sign of a controlled underworld arrangement to mitigate such upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heavens
Father Major Divine
New York City
Father Divine
Hades
Bank chief urges farmers finance through state banks
Robert M. Hanes of Wachovia Bank and Trust in Winston-Salem argues state banks can finance farmers and avert dumping of harvests. He contends surplus bank funds justify such a policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert M. Hanes
Wachovia Bank and Trust Company
Winston-Salem
Where at ends of questions draw From North Carolina talk
In the Under Dome column the谈 shows how locals add where at to questions The bit features Mr MacLean questioning Witness Talton at a Johnston rural electrification hearing Talton mishears and replies where at illustrating regional vernacular and preposition usage
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
News and Observer
MacLean
United States Supreme Court
Z. L. Talton
Johnston
Talton
Mr. MacLean
Roosevelt Income Tax Reports Approved by Congressman Vinson
Congressman Vinson approves the Roosevelt family income tax reports, sparking claims of fakery and signaling potential campaign coverage in 1938. The note also mentions the Democratic handbook folly as a related campaign topic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinson
Roosevelt
Idaho valley sinking blamed on natural rumble
In Idaho a crumbling valley in a rich farm area is under investigation after earth tremors and subsidence. The text notes the incident lacks a human-caused blame, contrasting with the dust bowl.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idaho
Lineman's Pay Seen As Worth A Fair Average
In weighing the risk of a lineman's work the view is that he should earn a solid average wage. The statement argues for a standard pay that reflects hazards and skill.
What Others Say Hold Eviction
In Raleigh an elderly woman named Miss Lewis faces eviction by the Home Owners' Loan Corporation. The column notes HOLC has prevented many evictions and argues the agency’s overall beneficial impact, suggesting her possession may have continued longer with HOLC assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payetteville Observer
Raleigh
Home Owners Loan Corporation
Miss Lewis
HOLCG
Lewis
HOLC
Central Control Expansion Faces NC Counties
The Charlotte Observer argues Governor Hoey has nearly exhausted centralization in North Carolina as the state finances and manages roads and schools. It warns against further Raleigh encroachment, noting centralization weakens local responsibility and harms democratic government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Observer
Hoey
North Carolina
Raleigh
George
Washington
A Hopeful Outlook for the Fall Trade
Bruce Catton argues business sentiment trends up for fall with higher farm purchasing power and near 1929 levels across sectors. He cites farm income, lower mortgage debt, reduced taxes, strong steel and auto output, and record mail order sales signaling potential prosperity and unemployment relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Catton
U. S
United States
Freddie Bartholomew in Court Fight Over Salary
The boy actor Freddie Bartholomew faces a court dispute over his pay. His aunt and guardian argues that court decrees and currents obligations to his parents, sisters, agents, and the U S Treasury leave insufficient funds for Freddie’s maintenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freddie Bartholomew
United States Treasury Department
Freddie
WPA statue cleaning project reports no misidentified cases
The report states there were no instances of mistaken identity during the WPA statue cleaning effort and notes the statues did not pause for lunch.
German Leaders Propose Shorter Shirts by Two Inches
The report notes officials suggest reducing shirt lengths by two inches. It adds a satirical line implying a Nazi would welcome the extra space to tuck in the shorter garment.
Behind The Scenes At Washington On The New Deal
Washington dispatch reflects four year arc of Roosevelt policy and court clashes. It notes trimmed bills and stalled reform while praising relief programs and the potential shift in Supreme Court attitude toward New Deal legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
NRA
AAA
Supreme Court
Senate
Congress
HOLC
FCA
SEC
TVA
Maritime Commission
Roosevelt
Wilson
League of Nations
Hughes
Roberts
Parachutist Jump Inspires Farce Material
A parachute jumper who fell 2200 feet into a bedroom window becomes a likely muse for future French comedies. The unlikely landing and comic potential prompt theatrical speculation and media attention.
Salt Lake City teachers barred from accepting apples
In Salt Lake City a new policy bans teachers from accepting apples from pupils, signaling a shift in classroom charity norms and a push for formalized school district boundaries. The change affects instructors across the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake City
Stalin’s Polar Route Flights Spark Debate on Air Link
Observers question whether Soviet flights along the polar route under Stalin’s leadership indicate intensified focus on Arctic aviation. Analysts cite increased mission activity, strategic signaling, and potential military implications amid wartime pressure.
It will take more than this to move
H A Robert of Buhl Idaho faces a sinking farm due to air pockets under the earth's crust. The brief item notes his firm stance despite land troubles and frames the issue as a personal endurance tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Robertson
Buhl
Idaho
Mrs. Roosevelt Reflects on American Humor and World Peace
Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt celebrates American humor and leisure, stating Americans can laugh and enjoy life amid their duties. She argues the world relies on the United States maintaining a cheerful spirit to foster goodwill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin P. Roosevelt
Actress Francesa Farmer and the call for dramatic acclaim
Francesa Farmer is urged to be judged on her acting talent rather than physical appearance. The remark emphasizes dramatic ability over leg prominence in the public assessment of a film actress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francea Farmer
War is a game in which both sides lose quote
A historical newspaper item presents two quotations on war and aging. The first attributed to Thomas W. Lamont states that war harms all involved. The second from The Rev. Dr. Lyman P. Powell notes that much quality work is produced by men in their seventies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas W. Lamont
Lyman P. Powell
Tribute for Tommy Gray at New York Gathering
Former friends and admirers plan a tribute for Tommy Gray who died ten years ago. The Broadway wit actor and songwriter was linked with Sime Silverman of Variety and known for his sharp humor and behind the scenes chatter. Fellow wits including Scamp Montgomery’s brother and Frisco are noted as part of the circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tommy Gray
Tommy
Charl
Sime Silverman
Variety
Sime
England
Lee Shubert
Marcus Loew
Hi Lee
Hi Loew
Dave Montgomery
Scamp
Frisco
The Island of Rejuvenation in an Actor's Memoir
William Faversham now in an East Islip Actors' Home writes allegorically about life after stardom. He describes a voyage from a sea worthy ship to a restorative island where peace and contentment prevail, a safe shore where he now lives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Faversham
East Islip
Reginald Birch, Oldest Illustrator of Note in 80s Crowd
Dapper Reginald Birch stands as perhaps the oldest working illustrator. His fame rests on illustrations for the original Little Lord Fauntleroy edition. He now collaborates with author Laura G Richards on a new book as Mrs Richards, aged 87, remains vigorous and her husband at 90 stays hale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reginald Birch
Little Lord Fauntleroy
Laura G. Richards
George Abbott the Miracle Man of Broadway
George Abbott earns the nickname Miracle Man for his Broadway hits, with Room Service cited as a standout success that brings fresh realism to stage depictions of hotel life. The piece credit his knack for drawing strong box office and reviving theater equations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Abbott
Midas
Paging Father Time Local News Item Involves Farmer Injury
Lewis Floyd a farmer from Thomasville route 3 was badly hurt when thrown from a road machine yesterday. Community revival planning by the Fra zier evangelistic party was noted. First M P church will resume services Sunday after a three month summer suspension. Mr and Mrs Clayton Kearns have returned from an extended trip. Miss Lizzie Gooch returned from New York. Mr and Mrs Co C Durland and children left for Blowing Rock. R 58 Matthews returned after summer study at Columbia University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Floyd
Thomasville
Route 3
Frazier Evangelistic Party
M. P
Lizzie Gooch
New York
Co. C. Durland
Blowing Rock
Matthews
Columbia University
Overlooked Obvious Ties In Historic Stage Scene
In a clipped page of cultural notes from 1937, Abbott continues to influence stage dynamics amid recent bouts of public attention. Fannie Brice’s daughter appears taller than she, while Adele Astaire in London misses none of Fred’s radio shows from Hollywood. Mrs Will Rogers plans memoirs for the Saturday Evening Post as Ethel Merman leads torch singing wealth, and Charlie Chaplin plays violin left handed. Roy Howards’ daughter Jane gains journalism experience at United Press in Honolulu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Brice
Adele Astaire
London
Fred
Hollywood
Will Rogers
Saturday Evening Post
Ethel Merman
Torch Singers
Charlie Chaplin
Roy Howards
Jane
United Press Office
Honolulu
Eclipse Photo Shows Blanket Around the Sun
Readers note an image of a cloudy halo around the sun. The caption hints at a cozy scene likening a blanket to the sun’s resting cover during vacation days.
Government Breaks Up Inheritance Swindle Ring
Authorities dismantle a scheme where promoters alone benefited from a fake inheritance. Investigators say the operation involved covert payouts and forged documents aimed at swindling unsuspecting heirs. The case highlights enforcement actions against financial fraud and organized deceit.
Supreme Court Overrules Sacco and Vanzetti Appeal
Grand jury returns eleven indictments stemming from the Bank of Wilkes failure. Governor McLean plans to resume duties Monday after a Wisconsin vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacco
Vanzetti
Supreme Court
Bank of Wilkes
Grand Jury
McLean
Wisconsin
Highland Defeats Company M In Baseball
Twenty years ago Highland won a baseball game against Company M yesterday. Eight hundred people attended the revival service at Green Street Baptist Church last night. BE. D. Steele devised a new method for growing Irish potatoes in large bunches inside a pen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland
Company M
Green Street Baptist Church
BE. D. Steele
Local society notes from a seaside town
Peayle George T. Wood leaves tonight for New York Baltimore and Philadelphia on business. Mrs A T Wishart returns after Wrightsville Beach visit. H B Tomlinson is a guest at Atlantic City for a few days. Mr and Mrs C C Prince spend the weekend at White Sulphur Springs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peayle
George T. Wood
New York
Baltimore
Philadelphia
A. T. Wishart
Wrightsville Beach
H. 8
Tomlinson
Atlantic City
C. C. Prince
White Sulphur Springs
French launch Verdun front drive in new actions
The French begin a renewed attack on the Verdun front as Allied forces press for gains. Federal District Judge Speer rules the selective draft law constitutional in a decision today. Governor Bickett accepts invitation to speak at the Farmers and Farm Women’s convention August 25 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verdun Front
Speer
Bickett
Farmers’ and Farm Women's Convention
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J. P. Rawley Publishers
Hammett
Cecil Holt McPherson
R. B. Terry
Business Mer
Ip High Point
N. C
National Advertising Representative
B&b
Katz Special Adv
Agency General Office
Bride OF Tecumseh
Rodney Dutcher
Enterprise Washington Correspondent
Geeven Been
Borah
Wagner
Stalin
Farley
AutomObile Company
Mrs
Clayton Kearns
Abbott
McNaught Syndicate
George Clark
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