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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1936
Page
4
A biblical verse from Hosea 12 6 urges turning to God and awaiting Him with mercy and judgment. A sermon note cites Emmons describing real holiness as love humility service to others and God honoring ends.
A mid 1930s outlook notes a turning point after a long market slump. With rising bank deposits, higher farm income, and increased carloadings and industrial activity, confidence grows that the nation nears a recovery and prosperity may return. The piece urges continued effort to push America beyond depression.
A statement regarding the U S B Destroyer Kane suggests typical wartime fighting equipment in use as a bombing incident off the Spanish coast is reported.
The dispatch argues that the Kane re turned fire but failed to hit the plane, and warns that Europe is in turmoil. It urges readiness and cites Roosevelt on carrying a heavy weapon while staying silent. It predicts potential conflict and calls for peacetime preparation.
The article describes Tsukasa Uetsuka guiding Japan’s bid to settle 10000 farming families in the Brazilian Amazon. A 1930 land grant of 2 410 000 acres would transfer to settlers after 50 years if targets are met, with 200 families already settled and concerns over naturalization as Brazilian citizens.
A historic public safety piece argues that 30,000 annual highway deaths are matched by 100,000 yearly home accidents. It warns that 1936 may yield 36,600 home fatalities, blaming personal carelessness for slips, falls, and mishaps at home rather than external dangers.
A Dallas girl is undergoing a gender-changing operation described as a bold example of a woman’s right to change her mind. The report emphasizes personal choice and medical procedure as a matter of individual liberty.
Researchers conclude Ethiopia lacks obvious mineral wealth though some theories hint at hidden resources. The report notes the possibility that undiscovered deposits might exist but remain speculative and unverified.
O O McIntyre writes from New York noting the city’s autumn mood and a lively night scene. The Automats draw big crowds while pickpockets roam late, and jazz and swing trend through clubs with notable acts like Ruth Etting and Irene Dunne providing nostalgia.
New York promotes the Triboro Bridge as a spectacular 17 mile route for sightseers. Civic pride highlights simple guiding signs and alert toll keepers in uniform, described as a striking civic achievement that convinces travelers to marvel at the structure.
A note praises Meredith Willson for his radio broadcasts from San Francisco calling them the best half hour of popular music on air.
A Saturday night snapshot describes Broadway as drifting toward suburbia with gentle, non pushing crowds from cottage districts moving beyond the pavements. The piece notes a shift in urban life toward quieter residential areas and evolving street character.
August 31 1916 report notes embargo on perishable freight at Southern and Carolina and Yadkin offices effective tomorrow at 5 pm due to a threatened railway strike. City council heard ten consulting engineers for street improvement work but took no action. Social visit from Richmond and Winston-Salem guests concludes with Mrs Virgil Idol hosting Kellogg Beveridge and Wilson.
Five parcels of High Point property sold by N N Newlin and wife were registered yesterday and led the real estate market for the day. One deal covered 12 lots at Randolph and Snow streets sold to EB A Snow for 2634 dollars 88 cents.
Mrs. H. H. Hayes of Greensboro is hosted by Mrs. George Wood on Bain Avenue during a courtesy visit as part of local social happenings.
Several hundred members of the U S Hay Fever association arrived in Bethlehem to attend the annual convention led by President John H Pinover of Brooklyn. The crowd echoed a Marc Antony style slogan about shedding tears as part of the event.
Mrs. Bruce Craven and her young son Braxton have returned to their Trinity home after a stay in Morehead City. Tomorrow afternoon, Miss Louise Reitzel will host a tea at her North Main Street home in honor of Misses Kathleen Petty and Sallie Gilmer Jones. Geneva Bradley of New York is visiting Mrs. J Wesley Smith.
The vote on the hour law is expected in Congress by Saturday as steps intensify to avert a railway strike. Greece faces a 48 hour decision on neutrality amid the evolving European war climate. December cotton contracts closed at 16.10 as Archibald Johnson, Thomasville editor, laments Springfield’s neglected history in contrast to High Point and Greensboro.
Ultra lifestyle note describes Marlene Dietrich arranging a drawing room for her trunks so she can switch costumes often while traveling to New York. The arrangement underscores her demand for quick changes during the journey.
Arthur Brisbane discovers Ford Frick writing poems in a Colorado Springs paper and brings him to New York. Rae Van Buren an illustrator begins as a circus tumbler. Paul Whiteman plans to quit dieting at fifty and adopt real eating. Frank Ward O'Malley once Park Row's top earner at 125 a week. Cab Calloway praised as Harlem’s wealthiest runner up to Bill Robinson. Major Bowes contemplates retirement after radio fame.
A Punch joke features a bum ordering a drink. a crusty bartender objects to the coin’s ring. The bum retorts that the bartender is an optimist, asking what to expect for two bobs a peal of bells.
A column riffs on Eleanor Holm Jarrett champagne bravado and mockery of wine before winning. It notes Mussolini boasts of strength and questions U S warship presence in Spanish waters. It praises Dr R M Wilson and wife for aiding lepers off Korea and their church built by lepers in Soonchun.
A collage of remarks from Smedley D. Butler on Spain and defense fundraising, Kathe Juffinger in Austria joking about credit and acting in a Passion Play,Albert Tangora on philosophy in typing, and Mrs Spencer joking about her daughter Mary Belle's extravagant wardrobe.
Italy plans a further enlargement of its naval and military capacity amid rumors that heavyweight boxer Primo Carnera may enlist, signaling a potential crossover of sports and national service interests.
A short verse celebrating shade trees as a tranquil refuge. The poem describes inviting shadows, cooling breezes, sunlight scattered through leaves, and the soothing comfort of a shady grove as time passes and rest comes easy. The speaker notes benevolence from the foliage and the playful hint of work deferred.
A critical examination argues that relief funds and WPA jobs are being exploited for political gain by Democratic interests led by Hopkins and local bosses. It accuses Hopkins of using public funds to bolster Roosevelt’s campaign, urging voters to align with the party and pressuring beneficiaries to remain on relief. The piece denounces the tactic as harmful to public interests and asserts widespread political manipulation across States.
A young girl who ran away from home in Cleveland triggered a citywide search. Police issued alerts as crews canvassed streets and shelters seeking the missing child. Local officials urged anyone with information to report promptly.
Prince Otto waits to become ruler of Austria and is seen as merely a Prussian or burg. The fragment hints at competing claims and unclear status in late imperial politics.
Governor Landon starts his campaign tour with a speech in Middlesex Pennsylvania addressing supporters and outlining aims to unite party members. He emphasizes steady leadership and avoiding entangling alliances in the current political climate.
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