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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1938

Page

4

Sut A Mo Gapus M Waynick

A brief notice references Gapus M Waynick with ties to the HIGH POINT ENTERPRISE publication. No further readable details are available in the fragment.

High Point Enterprise Pub

Bible Verses and a Thoughtful Quotation

A religious reflection notes Romans 11 33 praising gods wisdom and judgement. It cites John Newton on religion as armor and cloak highlighting faiths protective power and potential peril.

John Newton

Regulation of roadside tourist camps needs state support

County commissioners struggle to enforce licensing for roadside tourist camps as two former operators demand state licenses. Judges may hear the cases while the editorial urges state laws to clarify regulation, noting camps can aid travelers yet at times breed crime and decay.

Jhie County

Prison torture tale shocks Philadelphia readers

The article condemns sensational Southern prison atrocity reports and discusses dangerous conditions in the Mecklenburg County facility. It argues for vigilant public funding and proper personnel to prevent tragedies and comments on political maneuvering around President Roosevelt and Senator George amid party tensions.

Philadelphia Press Mecklenburg County North Carolina Philadelphia

Roosevelt’s conduct debated and a prison swaggerer tamed

A column questions Roosevelt’s primaries and party rules while recounting Warden Lawes transforming the arrogant criminal “Two gun” Crowley in Sing Sing. The tale shows shifting misused ego into constructive self expression through careful handling and creative engagement.

Lewis E. Lawes Sing Sing Prison

Prison Horrors of Northern State Prison

An analysis of the Philadelphia prison scandal cites deadly conditions at Northern State Prison where four convicts died in cells described as the Klondike. Witnesses recount freezing conditions in winter and scalding water or steam during heat, with reports of a five day hunger strike and brutal treatment.

America Philadelphia South Calcutta United Press Hersch Klondike

Embarrassing Stratagems in Southern Primaries

The Fayetteville Observer discusses an “ancient trick” of claiming Republican support for Democratic candidates. It cites James Arnold as a Republican urging Georgia Republicans to back Senator George, calling the move foolish and likely repudiated if warned. It notes past crossovers in 1884 and 1928 and weighs current party dynamics.

Roosevelt George Georgia Ulysses Senator George Mr. Roosevelt Fayetteville South James Arnold Mr. Arnold

Public Official Critique Cited by Appellate Judge Rippey

Appellate Judge Harlan W. Rippey of New York argues against treating public officers as more vulnerable than criminals charged with felonies. He contends for equal scrutiny of conduct and accountability across public service.

Harlan W. Rippey New York

Belford Captain Rescued After Boat Sinks From Heavy Catch

Capt Louis B Richmond 76 of Belford N J was fished from the water after his boat sank under the weight of his fish catch. He expressed he would go out again tonight. In Mercer Pa Silas Swagger 84 was jailed for beating his wife with a cane.

Louis B. Richmond Belford N. J Silas Swagger Mercer, Pa

Walter Winchell's Movie Critique Parodied in Satirical Notes

A satirical critique targets Hollywood trends and clichés in a Walter Winchell style column. It ridicules scenes from films and industry practices, mocks casting choices and Nazi concessions, and foresees future gossip about stars like Garbo and Glenda Farrell as it teases the movie business.

Bailey Blasts Hoover in Raleigh Democratic Rally

In a Raleigh speech Josiah William Bailey urged action for the Democratic candidate praising Al Smith and criticizing Hoover for two faced conduct. The item notes local race dynamics and campaign chatter including party plans and leadership moves in North Carolina.

Josiah William Bailey Raleigh al Smith Herbert Hoover Patriots Twins

Spectacular signs mark Douglas Leigh empire in New York

In New York Aug 24 Dougie Leigh a 28 year old Anni zon Alabama native gains fame for a string of electric spectacular signs in Square his Cadillac frontage two story display fills blocks of space while a four story building fronts the Square awaiting tenants Leigh recently married a New York girl and plans to stay an Anni ston return unlikely he recalls World War I camp in Gainesville two years college and a yearbook space contract limits the signer to one percent of space.

New York Dougie Leigh Lee Annizon Alabama Square Artists & Writers Herald-Tribune Webster Mr. Leigh Douglas Leigh Leigh Cadillac Otto Soglov York Ging Anniston Gainesville Fla

Reception for Mrs Slane in High Point society circle

Invitations issued by Mrs Frank Wineskie for a Thursday reception August 29 from 4 to 5 pm at her North Main Street home. The event formally introduces Mrs Willie Howard Slane to High Point society as a recent bride.

In the Hands of the Germans

Corporal Harry E. Elston of Niles Ohio reported missing in action and probably captured by the Germans July 29. He was 22, well known in High Point, left for France last May, and led a sniping crew. Further word from the War Department is awaited.

Harry E. Elston Niles Ohio Young Elston France War Department

Negro troops in France gain fame for bravery

A regiment of Negro soldiers in the American army saw action in France and earned praise for cool bravery after their baptism of fire on the battlefields.

France

Baldness and mockery in a chatty exchange

Florida writer Roe Fulkerson and York radio man Howard Taylor discuss baldness and public commentary. Fulkerson says he is never uncomfortable about his bald pate. A witty remark about mosquitoes and a boyish taunt are cited as part of casual talk.

Thomas Man Nazi Germany Roe Fulkerson Florida Howard Taylor Bald York

Superstitions Shape New York Building Floors in 1893

The Times Building shows a thirteenth floor and an implied fourteenth on indicators though not visible. The Waldorf Astoria was eleven stories tall. George C Boldt, wife of the owner, avoided floor thirteen and scheduled a March 13 1893 opening due to superstition.

New York Times George C. Boldt

Ferry Ride Across New York Harbor Offered For a Nickel

A traveler notes a nickel fare for a quick ferry ride across New York Harbor to view the Statue of Liberty. The trip from the Battery to Staten Island lasts about a minute and offers a sea like experience with frequent departures and easy returns. The ferries are operated by the City of New York and carry many Staten Island residents to Manhattan daily. If one day in New York, the writer would choose this ride.

Associated Press Ioca Audit Bureau OF Circulation High Point N. C National Advertising New York City Roosevelt White House New York Harbor Tery Staten Island City of York Manhattan New York

Old Time Ironing Trick Becomes Family Tale

A narrator recalls how Mother tested a hot iron by pressing a finger and tongue to the iron’s heat. Big Sister Marie receives a small flat for Christmas and uses it to iron doll clothes, risking a tongue scorching as she touches the iron.

Marie Tory McNaught Syndics

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B. Terry D. A. Rawley Sec’y and Treas Hammett A J. P. Rawley Gapus M. Waynick Carr Daily Quads Ree Coter Rooseveltian Law Sing Sing Avenue Crowley Lawes Ossining Warden Lawes Woolworth McNaught Syndicate Northern State Grover Cleveland Congress Dale Carnegie Walter Winchell Daily Mirror Fitzpatrick Ecuador Chile Japan Bob Burns Andy Devine California Gettysburg Sherman Appomattox Joel McCrea Gary Cooper Adolf Hitler Gene Raymond Don Ameche Woo-Woo Henry Fonda Ben Bernie Franchot Tone Mr. Tone Fred MacMurry Robert Young Garbo Mr. Profile Luise Rainer Flagg Quirt Flagg-Quirt Glenda Farrell John Marsh Camp Greenbriar W. Va L. A. Terry Farrell Gray Paradise Point Julia Marsh West Point Col C. Co. Carter William E. Borah Charles B. Driscoll
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