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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1961
Page
2
The Pasadena Star News observes that the Supreme Court ruling bars unions from using member dues for political purposes against the member’s objection, while affirming the union shop and the principle of freedom of choice. It notes unions’ political leanings and argues workers may opt out of unwanted political contributions.
In a Charlotte Observer piece, a man conducts a personal test of packaging claims. He opens a pound coffee bag, attempts to unseal a can with a metal key, tears plastic potatoes, and weighs sugar on three scales, concluding with the Senate inquiry into deceptive packaging.
Ann Landers writes Since You Ask Me to appear Sept 6 and outlines teen morals, especially against petting, warning that it can ruin reputations and lead to pregnancy. The column notes Life Magazine excerpts and her stance on personal responsibility, with praise for her straight talk. Also covered are local business openings Honey's drive in and market signals for furniture, plus political activities at High Point College and a Sheraton lodge sale involving Curtis Smith.
Oralene Graves plans to enroll at Mars Hill College as a freshman this fall. The unique admission links three generations from a former slave great-grandfather who once served as collateral for a loan on the college’s first building, a sign of social progress without court action.
The Rev Paul L Halslander presents Bishop Corsons statement noting government neglect of Protestant influence in politics. He argues Protestant voice shapes public life despite criticisms, while cinema mocks clergy and film depictions reflect broader social power and minority dynamics in American Protestantism.
Washington essay weighs East German 1953 revolt and current mood, arguing the U.S. should balance not endorsing uprisings with avoiding public silence. It cites Ulbricht’s border plans, Berlin panic risks, and Khrushchev’s influence while praising Kennedy’s stance against encouraging but not suppressing refugee flights.
Washington columnist notes a cocktail circuit game where one asks and answers unasked questions. The piece recalls Harvard professors Briggs and Lyman as originators. Postmaster Day tells of a tall boy who can quasi swim but wades like the devil. Cody Kerr, grandson of Senator Kerr, was named after a minister Harvey Cody.
Notes on The News recounts light anecdotes from public life. Cody disputes grammar rules with his father while three newsmen stroll near the White House amid a hot summer day. A white squirrel and Jackie Kennedy’s touch amuse onlookers. A newcomer to a small town attends church and finds his crowd.
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