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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1926
Page
4
A noted reflection contrasts patience with power citing Proverbs 16 32 and Beecher noting restraint after reflection. The passage discusses injustice and the moral lines between righteous anger and sin, using metaphor of flames and coals to illustrate temperance.
Children вместе mix sugar utter milk and chocolate over a blaze to create candy. Johnny stirs while Sue oversees and they lick the leftover bits. They finish when one declares the pot luck poured and the fire out.
Commander John Rodgers of the navy, a member of a storied naval family, died from injuries after his plane fell into shallow water in the Delaware River from about thirty feet. Rodgers, famed for pioneering coast to coast flight and the San Francisco to Hawaii expedition, embodied aviation daring yet met a common fatal end for unprepared flight.
The Stanly County home superintendent faces indictment over shipping a woman inmate, admitting the use of a small switch for discipline. The case raises questions about how the inmate came to the home and whether flogging prisoners violates state law, as Judge Stack’s interpretation is cited in the discussion.
Judge Stack in Asheville declares a Buncombe County statute allowing flogging of prisoners unconstitutional. The state constitution forbids corporal punishment and sets lawful penalties. The ruling blocks the law aiding guards to punish mere disobedience, sending the issue to the Supreme Court while Stanly’s case remains weak without Buncombe’s statute.
The Supreme Court licensing tests show North Carolina exams attract outsiders seeking leniency. Washington entrants comprise 25 of 135 testers, with 14 failing and 26 applicants failing overall, suggesting a back door entry perception and mixed success for national capital hopefuls.
The vice president marked a 61st birthday yesterday prompting recollections of his colorful public career. Friends report he feels well and hints he may continue public service for another generation, suggesting he could reach a hundred if he stays prime.
The Texas runoff primary pits Mrs. Ferguson against Dan Moody with Moody leading by about 100000 in the first count. Round two will reveal whether Texans support a government once headed by a man and impeached, amid debates over sportsmanship and leadership.
The 1922 Newberry seating vote split Republicans and sparked lasting censure. Of 46 voting Republicans, many faced defeats or political damage by mid August. Nine of the 46 died in office and several were re elected or waited until 1928 to face voters. Two new Newberry style cases loom in 1923 with William Scott Vare and Frank Smith.
The piece weighs political risk for Republicans facing Newberry, Ware, and Smith in a tight Senate race, noting campaign spending and possible retirements. It also reports on Irving Berlin and Mrs. Berlin arriving in New York and praises Ford Edison and Dempsey while questioning Berlin's broader impact. It ends with shifts in U.S. stance on the world court and possible European war debt, tariff, and immigration concessions.
The piece argues Americans abroad should also explore domestic wonders before foreign trips. It highlights the Appalachian chain, Adirondacks, Green and White Mountains, Blue Ridge, Mt. Washington, Mt. Mitchell, Natural Bridge, Chimney Rock, Old Man of the Mountains, Caesar’s Head, the Rockies, Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Yellowstone as examples of national scenery. It urges familiarity with U S landscapes to gain broader perspective and civic understanding.
A High Point reader rebuts a recent article about a water melon episode, denying merchant association involvement in passing the ordinance. The writer says city minutes and several merchants confirm the ordinance aimed to cut fire risk in the business district, not shield retailers.
The July climate bulletin reports three frosts in the mountain region, with Banner Elk and Parker noting frosts on multiple dates. The state average was 77.5 degrees, Lumberton and Rockingham hit 108, Parker 34, Mount Mitchell coolest at 59.6, and total rainfall 5.46 inches, below normal.
Raleigh dispatch reports the North Carolina state board of health held an all day session focused on budget planning for 1927 1929. Dr Laughinghouse the incoming executive secretary attended as observer while committee members discussed potential reorganizations and staffing needs.
Leather coats in dull blues greens wines and browns offer versatile country wear and college sports style. Crafted from soft leather and luxuriously lined for warmth and comfort.
The Carolina College Methodist Institution will not operate during the 1926 27 term and plans to reopen in fall 1927. Board officials announced after resignations of President B E Green and later Dr J Allen Hunter. A new president could not be secured in time, so opening is postponed.
Allison Gray a longtime High Point resident and prominent Black citizen died yesterday at High Point hospital at age 67. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 PM at Fairview school with burial in Oakwood cemetery. He left seven children and four grandchildren.
Edmonton reader Charles Monkman aged 97 issues a playful challenge to Mayor Blatchford offering to race in a 100 yard dash marathon dance rough riding contest long distance swim or any other event the mayor might propose. The mayor is considering the proposal.
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