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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1931
Page
4
A fragment quotes a Bible verse about lawful use of the law. The note ties the text to Timothy 1:8 and reflects a moral or religious commentary from a historical newspaper item. No further readable details available.
The piece argues revenue legislation cannot split cleanly along party lines. Senator Robinson rejects taxing the wealthy to fund government, noting that Britains tax plan has harmed generations. It stresses a permanent balanced budget and cautions against viewing revenue hikes as merely temporary without cutting costs.
The speaker argues the dignity of the speakership does not require an expensive automobile with a liveried driver. He says the car costs about $5,000 annually and should be eliminated to cut government costs, urging Congress to reduce expenses without harming efficiency or employment.
High Point may have its new federal building erected earlier than Greensboro’s plan due to reduced community disagreement over location. While not universal, many ideas were rejected and opposition centers on how the main entrance would be faced by the architects.
High Point authorities have been notified to surrender the old school building on the site. The new junior high will open after Christmas, work to clear the property for the post office proceeding. The city expects a widened Green street and a handsome, serviceable building, with professionals handling the details.
The paper notes the Empty Stocking Fund trails last year with about 500 dollars versus 1600, urging readers to contribute and publish Sunday subscription lists. It discusses charity methods and cites a Christian Science Monitor piece on giving without public displays, highlighting gifts to parents to boost confidence and support children.
A plea urges donors to provide toys and comforts to needy families through parents so older children see that Mother and Father managed the gifts. The message emphasizes preserving parental involvement in holiday aid.
A USC dental college scholar argues ancient Egyptians likely suffered severe toothaches and tooth loss, offering a prosaic yet insightful view of history. The piece contrasts past hardships with modern comforts and notes broad human behavior in letter-writing to criminals, plus a community chest report of 63 million dollars in 154 cities, highlighting ongoing poverty amid charity.
Wilson scored 14 points while Hoover has reduced to eight amid a mood slump. The exchange highlights a somber atmosphere and a shift in scoring momentum.
The note hints that taxes will increase but not until July 2, delaying any anticipated joy until next July. The phrasing suggests political commentary about fiscal policy and timing.
Police in New York raided a nudist group uncovering core facts about the cult’s activities. Investigators pursued leads, confirming key details and detailing the operation and its outcomes.
President Hoover advocates an eight-point program to revive the economy. He says the plan would strengthen credit and business structures with steel beams and sun beams to spark recovery.
Gandhi ends his peace mission in England and sails back to India. He warns that war could erupt between India and Britain, arguing patience is crucial even amid threats.
Farmers press for relief as land losses attributed to historic wrongs spur claims. Indians secured damages from New York state for lands taken improperly, while farmers seek compensation for their own distressed holdings amid ongoing restitution efforts.
Professor Einstein will study again at the California Institute of Technology this winter. The specific field is unclear but he ought to devote research to the new golf ball.
The Washington FY Daybook notes Senate politeness masking friction as Neely refuses Bar of the Senate escort for his oath ritual. It highlights press gallery vigilance and the gap between official reporters and on floor gestures.
An English author discusses seeking American citizenship and praises the U S for empowering women. She notes freedom of speech for women, contrasts with England, and cites examples of prominent figures like Blair Niles Julia Peterkin and Julian Street Harvey Ferguson at a tealeaf gathering where intelligent women express ideas openly.
Christine Jope-Slade declares she is a real cockney born near Bow Bells and avoids Cockney affectations. She recalls growing up above a Covent Garden bookshop, shouting at Hall Caine, and notes her mother as England’s first female dramatic critic. Her father was a dramatic critic, and she is now a widow whose late husband led as editorial director in chief.
Blair Niles, the globe trotting writer, complains about dogs at celebrity gatherings. A large white bulldog lounged center stage, exuding a bored air more convincing than expected.
At a gathering, sophisticates tolerated celebrity caresses while dogs drew the crowd. Mrs. Niles lamented writers compete with dogs for attention as late arrivals might stroke authors’ heads, suggesting stroking authors’ vanity instead, in good humor.
A joint committee of employers and workers proposes dismantling or immobilizing 10,000,000 spindles and 100,000 looms to restore prosperity in the British textile industry. They seek a government bill to create a trustee board and fund over £2.5 million by loan. The move targets plants closed for years amid global recession and nationalist boycotts in India.
Poem urging restraint in judging others and avoiding gossip. It reflects on the soul, time, and the idea that divine judgment transcends mortal conclusions. The author Rodney C. McNabb warns against condemning others based on appearances or rumors.
R M Gray a University of North Carolina student was cleared of blame for the death of Robert Hargis a Harnett county farmer who was struck by Gray s car Tuesday in Raleigh NC officials said Gray was exonerated after an inquiry into the accident and no charges were filed
Allentown Democrat Norton L. Lichtenwainer wins a seat in the U S House of Representatives from Pennsylvania’s largely Republican fourteenth district. The 42 year old former golf enthusiast favors driving an open car in any weather and opposes Prohibition seeking repeal of the Volstead Act and the 18th Amendment.
State highway officials report hundreds of miles of previously neglected county roads upgraded to first class condition. B H Jeffress notes priority to routes serving schools and mail carriers, with floating convict gangs and constant maintenance crews. Bridge and sign crews operate across 25 districts, erecting thousands of markers.
Duke university and Trinity college alumni across North Carolina marked the seventh anniversary of the signature that created Duke University. Special ceremonies were held at both campuses with speakers Dr. R. L. Flowers and Dr. W. H. Wannamaker.
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