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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1959
Page
4
The Tax Foundation reports on the tax life of a typical unorganized white-collar worker named Charlie Green. It compares today’s direct and hidden taxes to a decade ago and notes white-collar workers now outnumber blue-collar workers for the first time in U S history. Charlie earned four dollars ten years ago.
A British father sent 2200 letters to the Mayor of Hounslow to prompt American pen pals for his 10 year old son. The letter campaign impressed the boy who plans to move to the United States after education. The piece argues Americans should seize opportunities to build goodwill and friendships across nations. It notes a typical family budget shift toward government costs and hidden taxes, urging readers to compare tax burdens with their own income. It also highlights how taxes affect food clothing and shelter, with examples of excise taxes and other levies.
The piece analyzes the British Empire's dissolution into a Commonwealth defined as a moral relationship rather than a political entity. It notes Canada and Australia’s economic ties to the United States, shifts in defense policy, the effect of Imperial Preference, and the high cost of low-wage imports on American labor and industry.
Dr. A. R. Ankers, visiting High Point for a pulpit exchange with Dr. C. C. Herbert, described race tensions as a global issue needing timely solutions. He highlighted African nationalism and noted America’s awareness and goodwill toward solving the problem in this generation.
Washington lawyer Edward Bennet Williams, counsel for James Hoffa and Bernard Goldfine, calls for ABA action to restrict congressional probes. He favors preventing compelled broadcast of witness testimony to shield witnesses from televised exposure.
Editorial notes De Gaulle’s push for French power in NATO Algeria and nuclear access as Eisenhower plans September talks with Khrushchev. It cites Debre on France’s need to be heard and warns De Gaulle’s stance could complicate U.S. strategy and allied unity.
The High Point Enterprise announces staff roles including R. Rawley as president and MRS R B Terry as secretary treasurer, with Holt McPherson as advertising director and G Loflin as circulation manager. Office located at 305 307 North Main, High Point, N D A.
Lively campaigns begin to emerge for Governor and Lieutenant Governor roles with several aspirants in motion. Rumors swirl about Senate bids, while Carl Venters backs John Larkins and Terry Sanford faces pressure to declare. Voters must file by March 18 as recruiting accelerates after Labor Day.
Local readers and families contributed furniture including sofas, a kitchen range, and electric refrigerators to a sorority house, with further donations expected to complete furnishing. Letters praise communal support and gratitude to contributors across the area. Also notes a Swissair travel expansion and a Tucson minister’s visit with family ties to High Point College president-elect.
A beatnik at a local High Point beer joint laments the rut yet explains how groove sound and stereo playback spark a lively scene. A teenage blonde enters, inviting a dance as music of the era fills the room.
James Marlow reports on President Eisenhower’s difficult task to bridge East and West with Khrushchev and Western leaders. Europe’s reception in Germany is seen as hopeful yet cautious, reflecting a wider search for a lasting peace amid fears of renewed conflict and rising nationalism.
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