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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1963
Page
3
A devotional excerpt reflecting on divine presence with Israel and the Lord as God. It compares grace placing God on the throne, with Christ in the heart and the world beneath His feet, drawing from Joel 2 27 and Joseph Alleine.
At the Atlantic City AMA convention a Department of Religion and Medicine was formed to unite clergy and physicians. Dr Edward H Rynearson of Mayo Clinic argues faith aids healing, noting many patients seek relief from life stresses beyond medicine. The piece weighs science versus spirituality, citing Krutch and biblical scripture, and urges medicine to address soul as well as body.
The piece argues humor as essential to easing racial tensions, citing figures like Earl Warren and Martin Luther King. It contrasts past morale-boosting laughter during crises with today’s solemn climate, noting Negro humor and cross racial exchanges, and ends by wishing for a Will Rogers to unite the nation through wit.
Gov Harrison announces fall reopening of schools in Prince Edward County Virginia after extended talks with the DOJ and NAACP. Public instruction remains suspended and new schools for Black and mixed pupils will be privately funded, highlighting ongoing desegregation challenges and the need for tax supported education.
Noting Sen. Richard Russell of Georgia, the editorial highlights his view that a conservative liberal split could yield a true two party system. Yet seniority based committee power makes Southern Democrats wary of realignment that might cost them influence. The piece argues such shifts would be slow and costly.
The notice lists the High Point Enterprise staff led by editor Eit gt Holt McPherson as editor and managing editor Joe Brown, along with advertising director Erron Jr and business manager Wido Ly. It details address, circulation roles, AP affiliation, and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions.
Washington report notes Paul Fine's national lottery proposal resurfaces as Congress stalls on a tax bill. Dirksen and Halleck seize on the idea while Ways and Means advances a Dillon plan for a January 1965 tax cut, with Republicans wary of budget conditions and possible party costs. Final action could come by late October or early November, but passage this year is deemed essential.
An editorial urges restraint as racial tensions flare and calls for civil justice over violence. It condemns hate demonstrations and warns motorists to drive carefully near schools to protect children and reduce tragedies.
New York City teachers push for higher salaries and smaller classes amid nationwide talks of strikes. The United Federation of Teachers seeks an $5,400 starting salary rising to $10,200 with an $11,475 cap and 12,000 new teachers to cover costs. They also demand more psychiatric and social work aid and a 45 minute prep period. The Board cites fiscal limits and would need thousands of hires to meet demands. Max Rubin supports a salary rise, but no money remains in the budget.
The piece critiques political delays in Congress and budget gridlock, cites the Condon-Wadlin Act and its harsh penalties for public employee strikes, and argues such laws hinder bargaining. It discusses education stalemate, governance flaws, and a failed city strike response amid growing library praise in High Point.
A letter to the mayor urges rapid grade separation to end the danger posed by mainline Southern tracks bisecting Thomasville. Citing a recent freight wreck, the writer recalls High Point's 30 year effort and calls for underpasses to protect residents and reduce fatal incidents. A second note warns homeowners about bogus repairmen, advising verification of credentials and police prompt action when faced with intruders.
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