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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1933
Page
4
A verse fragment expresses that suffering brings knowledge and life reaches completion through death, asserting that illumination comes to those in misery and life to the bitter in soul through experience and end.
The piece critiques American attitudes toward politics and graft in Public Works Administration projects. It quotes Harold L. Ickes saying lobbyists and fixers prey on municipalities, swindling gullible applicants and jeopardizing legitimate projects.
The piece portrays Governor James Rolph amid criticism from ex President Hoover and twenty four Californians over lynching two confessed kidnapers. It argues Rolph failed to uphold law and order and that Hoover’s response attacked Rolph’s handling as a blunder while defending public decency.
The Experimental Theater at North Carolina State College will stage an impromptu one act next Tuesday night. Cast members will receive the plot only on stage and must improvise the entire play with a climax and ending. The idea trains quick thinking and originality, offering valuable experience for students and a model for other institutions.
County officials approve a much needed expansion of the county tax office in the city. The office will double in size to relieve cramped conditions and improve deputy service and tax work. A fireproof vault will protect taxbooks and important records after years of near misses and good fortune.
A wave of stomach aches in New York is examined as a possible epidemic of nervous indigestion. Biologists weigh two explanations: Salmonella germs causing food poisoning or weather changes stimulating the nervous system per Huntington’s theory. Further medical observations may decide between germs or climate as the cause.
Asheville Citizen voices concern that Luke Lea remains at large and warns that continued escape from justice would erode public faith in the courts. The piece stresses that the Lea family evades accountability, challenging legal trust in North Carolina.
The piece condemns delays and evasions of the law, cites Shakespeare and Dickens, and argues for reforms to restore respect for the legal system after the San Jose lynching. It urges public support for those leading reforms and public pressure to curb mob violence.
The article argues that while Americans see parliamentary systems as flexible, recent French events show excessive turnover of premiers in Paris. It suggests a bit more rigidity like the American system could benefit France despite the broader debate on governance.
A Washington correspondent says lawmakers plan to pressure Dr. Arthur E. Morgan chair of the Tennessee Valley Authority over slow program start up and his refusal to hand out jobs to spoilsmen. Critics say his stance against patronage may expose congressmen’s own flawed duties.
The piece argues Sumner Welles was not a permanent Cuban envoy but served to grease Machado's control. Once his task ends, he would return to State Department duties and Jefferson Caffrey could assume his Havana post. Cuban officials doubt Welles affected recognition and suggest a longer Cuban regime may alter plans.
The text applauds Al Smith for plain language on public matters. It notes his critique of the administration's monetary policy and his stance against "baloney dollars" in favor of gold dollars, while acknowledging that his views may be debated.
Eight thousand New Yorkers applied for liquor licenses. A London scientist notes that some people will still drink despite licensing. The piece also remarks on dieting trends among mothers and their daughters.
A lighthearted note reports chewing gum establishing a presence in Japan and humorously suggests it could suppress Japanese traditions, reflecting playful cross cultural exchange.
An antidote named formaldehyde sulfoxylate has been discovered for mercury poisoning. The treatment is urgent as the poison can kill before the patient can request aid.
Washington column laments rising costs and a looming change in cheap meals while poking at Liberia and railroading opinions. Cowboys of Movieland demand justice in a playful entertainment vignette blending politics and pop culture.
A proposed restaurant and cigar code to be sent to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration would raise average food markups by up to 100 percent and force at least 40 percent dish margins. It would bar more than three cigars for a dime and hit low-cost eateries, while Hollywood cowboys seek union recognition and film wage terms.
Gold and black replace blue and white on the 1934 license tags and are available at 45 to 50 offices across the state. Tags may be attached when cars are bought, with Governor Ehringhaus urging early purchase to boost revenue and avoid year end borrowings.
Washington reports disclose that only a fraction of the 50 million dollar gold buying fund has been used after more than a month of operation. Senator Borah urges remonetization of silver while the American Federation of Labor warns that dollar uncertainty and fiat money fears hinder business, though steel and lumber show early signs of improvement. Roosevelt at Warm Springs, Morgenthau in New York, Jones at RFC in Washington.
Leroy Martin secretary of the state school commission said a regular meeting of the group will be held December 6 at Raleigh. He knew of no special matters to be brought up.
A themed set of horizontal and vertical crossword clues referencing a British general and World War I era figures including battles ships and titles. Includes hints for positions such as head of Britain in 1914 naval events and notes on various military terms and familial terms.
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