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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1959
Page
4
A devotional meditation reflects on Romans 6 15 to 23 about being freed from sin by grace through Christ and not under the law. It asks believers to accept salvation in love, not as a shield from punishment.
The opinion notes a High Point mother’s rape reveals failures in laws and treatment for sexual offenders. It cites multiple long prison terms and local arrests, arguing for harsher sentences and mandatory psychiatric care to prevent future crimes and protect society.
The piece argues Vice President Nixon, presiding over Cabinet and NSC in Eisenhower's absence, appears to govern and could boost his presidential bid. It notes three decisive weeks in the GOP race and that a steel strike settlement could raise Nixon's standing as if he arranged the setup himself.
Editorial notes France’s stake in Sahara oil and gas assets including Hassi Messaoud and Hassi R Mel. It highlights CFP control, government shares, and planned pipelines to France and Europe. It cites projected 200000 barrels daily by year start, 153 million value next year, and 1963 refinery plans.
The writer questions law enforcement and court handling of repeated sex offenses in High Point. She asks why suspects are released and whether mentally ill offenders should be committed, urging public answers to protect children. The letter also mocks a 1960 tax and census questionnaire with regional, political, and personal anecdotes.
The piece discusses NC political sentiment on Senate replacements and Governor Lieutenant Governor rotation, noting resistance to reshaping the split East West pattern and the concentration of voters within 60 miles of Charlotte and Greensboro. It highlights key figures like Everett Jordan, Sam J. Ervin, Paul Kitchin, Hugh Alexander, Charles Jonas, Basil Whitener, and local demographics shaping the debate.
The piece argues a geographic split in North Carolina politics with eastern voters favoring Haw River east, while governors and Senate seats trend to eastern candidates. It notes the 1960 census center near Gulf and Rosts a regional distribution of offices across eastern, middle, and western thirds, detailing representatives, judges, and officials in each zone.
United Press International profiles Leo Heer a 57 year old Louisville native and key figure behind the 14 story Southern Furniture Exposition Building in Furnitureland U S A Heer rose from journalist to industry leader directing efforts that boosted the southern market Heers public service plaque honors homemakers merchants and the home furnishings industry and his family includes Frances and four children The profile credits him with raising national prominence for the Southern Furniture and Rug Market and praising the building as a symbol of the world s largest concentration of furniture production
Harriett Kimrey writes to High Point residents urging answers to troubling questions and a demand for decency. The piece praises civic duty while warning of dangerous clamor from mentally ill individuals, calling for lawful action and parental care. A Pasadena soldier, Sp4 James Mawhinney, earns commendation for bravery after aiding a burning car accident. The Y's Men plan a 3000-tree Christmas sale to fund Camp Cheerio and a midget basketball league. Sears leader Charles Kellstadt may transition to a new post as the firm expands. Various quotes conclude the column.
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