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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1929
Page
4
A false report claimed Bobby Jones refused a $50,000 movie appearance and a $50,000 house gift. Jones, who guards amateur status, denies the tale as utterly untrue while noting his public stance aligns with his attitude. The piece argues integrity in reporting matters more than protecting an athlete's amateur standing.
Mrs. Morris of near Detroit repels eight federal officers during a seven hour siege over an attempted search without a warrant. She vows to shoot any officer entering without proper authority, asserting home immunity from violation.
Officers who attempt to override defenses around the home dishonor the service in which they appear, a remark noted in a report on those who have made history in this race.
Judge Teague condemns the improper use of police force after a detective shot at the wrong car. The editorial urges police duty instruction for all officers and repeated discussions of law in the presence of the force, plus stronger enforcement of compulsory education laws.
North Carolina allows defense counsel to examine state witnesses before trial in capital cases. Judge Barnhill granted the request in the Aderholt case, surprising some observers but not objected to by the solicitor. The practice lets the defense know the state's case and shape strategy accordingly, reflecting a system that aids defendants while preserving immunity and due process.
The article notes rising high school attendance and better facilities, but urges curriculum improvements and greater eligible representation. It highlights citizen roles in boosting attendance, particularly through Rotary clubs and annual back-to-school campaigns, while acknowledging compulsory laws support younger pupil attendance.
Bruce Catton reflects on 9000 Klondike veterans gathering in Seattle and a line about 16 King County Poor Farm delegates. He argues their futile riches quest forged intense living, then notes Admiral Moffett's warning that U S aviation lags and needs greater defense and carriers.
In The Enterprise letters, Sam E Holt argues that golf should be affordable via city owned nine hole courses in public parks. He cites costs, membership fees, and the Blair estate park plan for High Point, urging creation of a self supporting public course for common residents.
Debate over a salt water ship canal links to Lake Michigan to the Gulf and St Lawrence routes. Now both sides see value in a combined approach with two waterways benefiting transport, commerce, and railroad activity.
The statement asks which liberty is sacrificed in marriage, provoking thought on personal freedom versus marital commitment and the tradeoffs involved in forming a lifelong partnership.
A fancier argues a dog deserves family status and gentler treatment rather than harsh handling. The opinion promotes closer companionship and humane care for pets within households.
A Chicago lecturer asserts that the average woman dresses better than the average man. The remark sparked debate about style, gender norms, and social presentation in local circles.
On August 28 1910 Montenegro was proclaimed independent kingdom and Prince Nicholas became king after guiding the country for years. The history notes Montenegro’s long ties with Servia Russia and Turkey, the 1878 Berlin treaty granting independence with limited naval rights, and its Balkan location bordered by Servia Albania Dalmatia and Herzegovina.
A reflective poem describes a rural scene with wheel ruts, a passing heron, hare, and alders. The poet contrasts the peaceful night landscape with the vanished tramp of wagons and feet, acknowledging a divine peace beyond paved paths.
Police blamed racketeering in the garment workers trade for a Brooklyn shooting that left Mike Petrone dead and two others wounded. Petrone died hours after the attack. Ernest Rossi was in critical condition with gunshot wounds to the right side and both arms. Tony Bossi suffered two minor wasp wounds.
Philadelphia August 28 Lunsford Richardson and W Y Preyer Greensboro men are elected president and first vice president of Vick Chemical Company by the board of directors Their promotions follow stockholders meeting and will take effect October 1 The board also fixes a dividend of 2 50 per share on 800 000 shares outstanding plus notes on company expansion and Wick Financial Corporation progress
Salt Lake City Utah August 28 North Carolina building and loan association assets rose by 4 009 520 during 1928 and membership increased 6 170 in the secretary's report to the United States league convention. Total assets reached 95 609 520 with 108 170 members across 232 associations.
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