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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1938
Page
4
A devotional note cites I Peter 5 6 urging humility before God and adds a Flavel maxim about those who know God being humble and those who know themselves not being proud.
The piece argues that American hero worship may overstate aviation feats while praising Corrigan for drawing attention to courage in a mechanized era. It compares Corrigan to Lindbergh, notes the era's rapid aircraft progress, and contemplates his future after the limelight, including a possible film career.
A High Point city council member during a hospital bond debate asserted that none of 50 residents are educated enough to vote intelligently on the bond issue. Another official countered that the ratio should be one in. The exchange sparked debate on voter awareness.
The author argues citizens know little about government and calls for clearer financial statements. It notes Navy requests for a 200 million dollar increase, explains rising warship costs, and compares armament spending among major powers since 1933. It laments high defense expense and questions its peacekeeping payoff. It ends with a critique of wealth and work ethics, citing Rockefeller Jr and Carr as examples.
The Philippine Islands president Manuel Quezon marks his sixtieth birthday while pledging a national code of ethics similar to Japan's feudal chivalry. He aims to strengthen patriotism and unite his people amid wars and unrest.
The Boston item notes John Roosevelt beginning a work week of 18.50 dollars at Filene's basement clocking in an hour early and declaring he wants to be seen for himself rather than as Theodore Roosevelt's son.
A million-dollar advertising magnate who keeps his name private to focus on his device helps millions with labor saving products. His rise began in 1907 when a neighbor’s invention launched his business. The story blends success, integrity, and the lesson that honest showmanship opens doors.
Walter Winchell delivers a brisk, opinionated column touching on President Roosevelt, a rattlesnake prank, Goebbels jokes, Carole Lombard’s taxes, and Broadway chatter. The piece blends humor with social critique, noting public envy toward big earners and praising Lombard’s charitable turn.
Local news notes Rev Roy Farmer takes over as pastor of First Methodist Protestant church arriving today. A large Democratic rally at the American theatre last night drew local leaders praising the party and criticizing the Republican administration. The city W C A will sponsor fall educational classes for working girls. Three top whistling artists will perform at the Orpheum theatre tonight.
Mrs E D Smith returns from Ridgeway Virginia while Mrs Forrest Murray visits Montreal. Mrs Tom Kearns and child stay with relatives in Charlotte. Dr I T Mann and family return from Black Mountain. Mrs Bruce Carraway and daughters head to Baltimore and Philadelphia. Senator Robinson pushes farm relief. Hearst backs Hoover over Al Smith liquor stance. Kellogg visit praised in Ireland. Five Caledonia prison farm escapees reportedly lost in a Roanoke swamp.
Twenty years ago report notes the Gurley-Causey wedding at Wesley Memorial Church with Beta Phi decor and a formal reception. Ushers included D. R. Pitts and Edward Gurley. Rev. G. T. Rowe officiated. Miss Clara Gurley is the bride. The couple planned Petersburg visitation then St. Louis for their future home. An upcoming book on natural American catastrophes is announced.
A retrospective on the Vanderbilt family's Staten Island roots and the grand mausoleum near the church. It traces Cornelius Vanderbilt’s rise from ferry carrier to wealth, the family’s immortality in a monumental tomb, and the lineage culminating with Frederick Vanderbilt buried on June 4.
A reflective piece contrasts the grandeur of Vanderbilt mansions with decay and mortality. It argues vaults and mausoleums cannot escape death and the futility of wealth, noting lavish grounds and private domes fade beside nameless graves.
A dull parade marked by walking routines and few newsworthy reads left attendees with little to report. No major announcements or speeches stood out as the postmen endured an uneventful gathering.
A cryptic report notes the Regent of Hungary returning from a visit while storks vanish from Denmark amid migratory chatter. A concrete structure in Washington is mentioned as unremarkable, leaving readers unmoved by recent developments.
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