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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1931
Page
4
A brief reflection citing Daniel 5 4 about drinking wine and praising the gods of gold silver brass iron wood and stone in a biblical frame reflecting on idolatry and memory.
Urteen persons were sentenced by the police court in the District of Columbia for parading toward the White House without a permit. Five African Americans and one white woman formed a 14 person block. They chose $100 fines or six months in jail, likely the latter. The offense involved marching to seek relief for the hungry and unemployed with banners described as Communistic. The piece argues against suppressing radical petitioners and endorses lawful permits for parades in the capital.
The article argues Bishop Cannon contests federal authority to regulate Virginia elections. It notes the judge may rule on the demurrer or the constitutionality of the corrupt practices act, with a Supreme Court decision likely on the matter. The piece frames the dispute as a test of states rights and congressional police powers.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars push for higher veteran pay faces resistance from the American Legion locally and nationally. The Legion’s stance aligns with President Hoover against the payoff, amid broader concerns about deficits and government borrowing.
A forceful appeal stresses pressing Congress to settle the obligation owed to veterans, urging quick action to fulfill commitments and honor military service.
S. Clay Williams, new Reynolds president, cites state tax figures to defend tobacco profits as aiding western industry. He asserts Reynolds pays about 2 million into North Carolina's general fund from its 34 million net income, while western regions shoulder most tax burden due to consumer costs. The debate splits papers on tax distribution and industry impact.
The column argues tax fairness across regions, denies New York as tax superior, and defends tobacco price dynamics. It notes a Minnesota school prank ruling on paddling a girl with a tack, comments on New Zealand billboard campaigns, and reports on alcohol not curing snake bites as per AAAS experts.
A United Press dispatch reports Colorado state penitentiary officials revived corporal punishment amid rising convict rebellion. Critics warn flogging may inflame unrest and note history shows iron discipline often accompanied by riot risk, with no record of peace from leniency in penal history.
The entertainer Mae West, recently arrested for staging a risqué show, quipped she was only a camp fire girl. The remark follows lingering public interest amid a cautious mood in entertainment headlines.
A Dutch scientist argues two fundamental forces shape the universe: good liquor and bad liquor. He suggests the stronger these forces, the lower the chance of getting in Dutch, highlighting a playful view on chance and culture.
A New York column notes car executives use lunch concerts to energize sales teams. Music inspires group singing and tough talk, with plans for serenaders guiding sales into homes. The piece also sketches club dues and women exploiting theater laxities for free amusement.
In a Raleigh letter from November 23 1931 S A Ashe argues historical records show Captain Jack carried the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence in June 1775 to Salisbury Court. He says the May 31 declaration is the only one and urges publishing a painting of the court reading.
The article emphasizes semi annual health examinations by physicians for mothers and children to detect conditions early. Dr Bloodgood urges systematic mother education on breast care, birth-related tissues, and cancer risks, noting visible and nonvisible dangers and the benefits of prompt attention.
Chicago Dec 2 1931 Every American municipality will be urged to join the First Annual Traffic Safety Contest starting Jan 1 and running through 1932 sponsored by the National Safety Council and leading organizations. Six population based classes will award winners in spring 1933 with safety achievements and engineering progress guiding the program.
Washington reports indicate President Hoover has spoken little recently as observers expect a substantive annual and budget message to Congress. He has canceled two press engagements and from aides, details remain scarce ahead of his address next Tuesday.
Tarboro area reports William Griffin a farmer near Pinetops shot himself to death today with a shotgun in a suicide. The death was noted in local dispatches with no other details provided.
In Reno during the first seven months under the six weeks residence law, the Smiths top the list of names in divorce records. The Joneses fall below the Thompsons, with other common surnames such as Davis, Anderson, Bernstein, Cohen, Wright, Roberts, Whitney, and Richardson also appearing. The piece notes varied categories and even fictional names among the readable entries.
You won't mind letting Junior ride up and down with you while I take my nap.
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