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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1936
Page
4
A brief thought from December 10, 1986 reflects on judging others less and avoiding stumbling blocks among brothers. It quotes Romans 14 18 and Shakespeare about lifting the weak beyond mere help, urging continued support.
The Empty Stocking Fund expands its reach from holiday relief to rehabilitation for over a thousand families. Trustees aim to provide double work toward relief and long term self support, ensuring no child is overlooked this Christmas. Readers are urged to read the case stories and choose to donate or sponsor individual cases.
The article reflects on King Edward VIII's abdication and whether Britain’s empire era has ended. It notes doubts about empire stability despite the king's farewell, recalling a prophecy about Edward VIII from years past and the uncertain future of Britain's global reach.
The piece argues the Edward VIII crisis is part of a deeper threat to democracy in Britain not merely a royal marriage issue. It warns that parliamentary and public opinion must confront a showdown that could diminish Britain's influence and democratic legitimacy for years.
R W Haywood, a longtime News and Observer craftsman, dies after 24 years of service. The Old Reliable tribute hails him as a gentle, honest, generous, and devout man whose calm presence will be missed in a noisy paper and world.
Raleigh notes critic ism grows toward W Kerr Scott commissioner elect as he notifies department workers their jobs will end. The current head says personnel morale suffers, but the policy aims to end uncertainty and reduce delays as the new administration takes charge.
Raleigh Times discusses growing influx of physicians licensed by reciprocity. Concern centers on where new doctors will practice. If they target urban specialties, rivalry could rise. if they serve rural areas with general practice, the state gains a health benefit.
The creators announce they will split up ending the band protection as they no longer need to stay together. The group cites a lack of necessity for ongoing collaboration and plans to pursue individual projects.
The column notes Kipling and Spanish and English tensions while spotlighting a Florida checkers contest as a curious counterpoint. It criticizes athletic purity ideas and suggests college players should be treated as professionals if paid for football.
A December 4 Associated Press note reports Duke Power intervened to enjoin High Point from issuing bonds for a $7 million WPA hydroelectric project on the Yadkin River. The letter praises the action as a curb on government utilities and anticipates Supreme Court review, urging relief from electrical tyranny in eastern North Carolina.
In New York's Murray Hill the quiet charm persists amid skyscrapers. The piece recalls venerable mansions, iron fences, and the lingering aristocratic air with images of palm court evenings, old coachmen, and a Morgan family memory linked to J P Morgan at the opera.
On a rain soaked night a wealthy magnate drives to an opera alone his car nearly strikes a rough pedestrian he invites the stranger inside to drive him home then unexpectedly returns to his mansion to have the butler dress the stranger in a full eye catching disguise.
The writer recalls sending a story to a weekly just before a published piece titled Skinner's Dress Suit appeared. The plots mirrored a nobody becoming a somebody after a night in a dress suit. The editor liked the idea, but the manuscript was intercepted in Jersey City and never published.
Mickey Cochrane manager of Detroit baseball team wins a cattle judging prize at a Toronto fair. He also shows skill in selecting Tigers, indicating his keen eye for talent.
Ten years ago paging John Garlen McPherson of High Point and John Mebane of Greensboro won the annual freshman inter-society debate at the University of North Carolina on Tuesday evening. They argued the negative side of the question The United States Cancel All Allied and German war debts incurred prior to and during the World War. Mebane had previously defeated McPherson in the state wide triangular debate held last spring. The two on the same team showed notable debating strength.
Three local men excel in the University CN C school of law. Rupert Pickens and Charlie McAn ally have acquitted themselves well before the McRae law club. Walter Crissman, another young barrister, will plead before the club’s Court on Thursday.
The Eternal Santa Claus In association with the Associated Charities urges High Point citizens to donate to the empty stocking fund for children of the poor. The piece notes many are employed but some families face illness or incapacity, preventing Christmas visitation by Santa.
The Murray Hill Hotel stands as a familiar red-bricked landmark on Murray Hill with blue entrance lights. Elevators once used pull ropes while guests in the spacious lobby enjoy coffee, music from an orchestral trio, and early bedtimes. The piece recalls old Philadelphia ambience.
A woman barber in Alaska charges five dollars for each haircut and is believed to run the sole business where customers request to be trimmed.
A mule was found lynched in Louisiana in what locals call a brutal act of brutality and cruelty. The incident drew attention to animal welfare concerns and sparked calls for investigation and action by authorities.
Passage reflects on an inn described as home-like by Grover Cleveland and hosting Gov. Landon in his suite, depicting a storied stage from 1930s American travel lore.
High Point representative in the Washington conference on The Causes and Cure of War will deliver the evening sermon at Central Friends church Sunday. Frank J. Sizemore visits Greensboro today on business. Squire W. G. Brown presided in municipal court in Judge McRae's absence due to out of town business.
Elihu Root will receive a medal and award of 25000 dollars from the Woodrow Wilson foundation for aiding creation of the World Court. President Coolidge predicts America will lead in aviation. Atlanta arrests expose a nationwide swindle in fake poultry orange and honey sales netting about a million dollars for promoters.
A clipped quotation notes that pride, a constant vice, misleads judgment more than any other bias. It reflects a musing on human folly and the persistent sway of self-importance.
The Enterprise noted the city’s recognition process and Norfolk reprint spurred reader letters. The piece asserts High Point is real and growing steadily with new manufacturing plants each year, signaling a brighter, more substantial urban future.
Dr. C. 8. Grayson arrived today from Boston Mass. Mrs Grayson is expected home tomorrow from Marion. Attending the laymen's meeting of the Central district of the Reformed church in Greensboro were Rev L A Peeler Russell Smith 8 D Clapp W H Long B W Gentry Edgar Livengood and L C Fergurson.
Major Charles M. Stedman will address Federal Veterans in Washington on January 12 about Robert E. Lee. A grand jury probes the high cost of living starting in New York tomorrow.
Washington reports a super lobby forming to halt the labor spy civil liberties inquiry with a $200000 budget and names of ex-senators likely to be revealed. The AFL and unionists push for funding while companies seek to stall the probe and block hearings on the steel and car industries. Paradox note mentions Insull and a Gone With Wind paperweight.
The verse muses on early morning dew as a symbol of devotion and heritage. It reveres Dixie as host and hostess to enduring grace, linking dew orbs to love, virtue, and a famed, chivalrous past. A poetic tribute to a land named Dixie and its storied beauty.
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