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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1929
Page
4
A biblical quotation from Ezekiel 18 31 urges turning from transgressions to receive a new heart and spirit. A later line by Clarendon notes that without effort to corrupt our nature our nature would not corrupt us.
A Chicago columnist argues that financial collapse and municipal graft reveal a crisis of lawlessness and racketeering that officials have tolerated. The piece contends reform will occur once public corruption proves too costly, urging removal of crooks to restore governance.
A Winston-Salem pastor cites the duty of jurors while noting that many judges excuse busy men from service. The piece argues both sides: the citizen who resists is a weak link, yet the system’s waste and delays shape opinions on obligation.
A county businessman argued that jury duty efficiency reduces time waste in courts. He cited a past study and contended trials move faster with less palaver, predicting fewer men will avoid service if proceedings are concise and well managed.
Judge James L. Webb of Shelby, aged 76, now signals a possible bid for reelection after previously hinting at retirement. He is praised as a dependable jurist whose continued service is deemed vital to North Carolina's judicial integrity and public trust.
The article argues Russia and China signed a peace pact rejecting war in international relations and urges adherence to peaceful settlement. It notes China favors settlement without fighting, while Russia risks further international censure if it overrides the agreement, labeling Moscow as unfit company for civilized governments. The piece stresses the test before world powers and US leadership.
The advocates for a run-around of the Southern tracks gain a possible path as Mr. Miller, Southern's operations chief, agrees to survey and cost the proposal. City leaders press for a compromise while High Point would bear half the costs given its $48 million assets against the railroad's roughly $800 million.
A Chicago headline claims Insull attacks Bugaboos in a radio advertising campaign. The note suggests widespread radio exposure and public reaction to the campaign tactics.
In New York milk companies experiment with rubber shoes for horses as a novel measure. The piece ponders how players would detect the end of a poker game, hinting at practical cues in everyday activities.
Reports from the North West and South indicate a mood shift toward optimism in business beyond Hoover era efforts. Growth plans include New York City projects and extensive public works, water systems, sewers, highways, and building programs funded by Mellon and federal tax ideas. The economy has weathered the Wall Street crash and is set to brighten as construction and public investment accelerate.
A wartime recap lists monarchies such as Hungary Italy Yugoslavia Persia and Spain and republics like Chile Poland Portugal Russia and Turkey as governed by strong leaders. The piece notes many populations still favor concentrated power and questions whether these leaders seized control or were simply astute in grabbing authority.
A man in England bit a constable after demonstrations prompted by the tougher phase of criminal law. The incident highlights the new penalties and enforcement under the enhanced statute.
A provocative phrase urges people to venture into the woods to test a belief that squirrels carry firearms, presenting a surreal challenge to readers about wildlife and danger.
Chicago claims leadership in the steel industry after securing first honors in the lead category.
A remark highlights the United States as a place where long car parking near saloons draws scrutiny and potential trouble, reflecting broader social tensions over public space use.
A Wall Street story centers on activity under the headline An Era of Chance with the omitted word fat noted. The report highlights market fluctuations and investor sentiment, reflecting a period of volatility and bold moves amid uncertain gains.
A grocer alleges he was swindled out of $5000 by stock swindlers who likely chose him for his role as a green grocer. The incident is described as a crime involving deception and financial loss.
Treasurer Melton asks for another slash in income taxes. The editorial notes the government may start paying residents to live here as a conjecture on policy direction.
Long dresses return as fashion for women. stockings with runners become a topic of style caution and emphasis. The piece notes dress length and hosiery details reflecting period sensibilities and practical concerns in apparel.
A scientist notes oysters have neither brains nor vocal cords, while observing that many fish seem to talk. The remark contrasts oyster simplicity with the chatter observed in other sea life.
A champion wrestler says he never dances and is taking no chances of being thrown in the upcoming match. He vows to rely on strength and strategy to secure victory.
A Cleveland night club caught fire recently amid concern over safety rules for fixtures and decor. The incident underscores the need for enforced regulations to prevent similar blazes and protect patrons and staff.
A livestock show in Kansas City featured the so called Ideal Hog. The report notes the display without revealing the animal's location but implies the exhibitor is connected to a Pullman morning ritual where twelve people are shaving.
John H. Chisholm longtime Norfolk and Southern conductor dies at his Star home after a sudden illness. He is survived by his wife Miss O’Brian and two sons John H. Jr and Jack O’Brian. Funeral set for 3 p.m. tomorrow in Star. Memorial hospital reports Ada Hicks remains hospitalized and unimproved after a ten day injury. Congressman Ham mer arrives to attend Randolph county superior court.
Board approves W. Jones Snider to restore road superintendent powers and Davidson reappoints temporary leadership after Hoover resigns. Earlier clashes with Leonard sparked a political crisis. audit of the manager’s office to be secured. Hoover seeks tariff reforms and broader federal overhauls in a 12,000 word message to Congress.
Stitfer urged Congress to consider prudent action to relieve mounting defense spending. Hoover urged proposals include World Court adherence, delegation of reorganization power with limits, public buildings program, flood control funding, river and harbor spending, railroad consolidation, bank law amendments, a three member federal power commission, a permanent radio commission, Muscle Shoals contract talks, and immigration study.
A detachment of nationalist troops from the twenty fourth division mutinied at Pukow across the Yangtse from Nanking. Loyal forces drove them from the city after they seized part of the business district. The mutineers were awaiting transport to Canton to defend against a rebel advance. The cause was not stated but disappointment over pay was widely reported.
Ford Motor Company announces a third minimum wage raise, effective from the October payroll of 144,990 employees. The monthly rise totals 1,628,451 dollars, about 19.5 million annually, with 24,320 workers moving from 6 to 7 dollars per day and 118,64% of staff receiving increases to daily wages between 7.20 and 10 dollars. Edsel Ward cites economies and strong production as the basis for the change.
A Chrysler sedan carrying Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Kearns Jr. overturned early today on the Winston Salem highway about a mile and a half from Teaguetown. Both occupants were unhurt though the car sustained rear wheel damage and a smashed running board. Mr. Kearns, a traveling representative for Kearns Furniture of High Point and Bassett Furniture of Martinsville, Va., is well known locally.
Miss Kelly Kennedy formerly of High Point and Miss Poole from Thomasville married Mr Wilfred Poole in Danville Virginia with Rev John Winn officiating. The couple plans to reside in Thomasville where Poole works at Pickwick Hosiery Mill. Ellen Pierce has been discharged from High Point Hospital to her Willow Brook Street home.
Funeral services for John Wesley Welborn 82 of Davidson county will be held at Abbotts Creek Baptist Church tomorrow at 11 AM conducted by Rev J M Hilliard. A brief home service at 10 AM precedes burial in the church cemetery with the body from the home.
The St Marys Episcopal Church Congregation held its annual meeting with strong attendance. Rector led with Judge Dr. C. MacRae as secretary and R F J Johnson presenting a detailed treasurer report. Vestry members for three years named Diffendal Quigley Bready Coffield. retiring members listed. budget set at 13695.50 including missionary quota. Vestry to meet tonight to elect officers and assign committees.
A powerful snow storm blankets New York and New England with up to a foot of snow. Traffic snarls multiply across the region as accidents spike and highway crews race to clear routes. Sixteen inches fall in Crawford County Pennsylvania, eight foot drifts in Erie, and two deaths occur in Boston area from the storm.
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