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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1977
Page
2
A New York Times analysis links belt use to car origin and political leanings. Swedish Saab and Volvo drivers show higher belt use and liberal voting patterns, while large American makes show lower belt use. The piece invites skepticism about drawing broad inferences from such data.
A one-man crusade against the abbreviation Xmas highlights the secularization of Christmas. The piece argues Xmas distorts the holiday’s religious meaning, noting the Greek origin of Christ and urging writers to use Christmas. It reflects on psychological tendencies to separate faith from festivity.
A UNC professor pushes for the two word form Tar Heel while dictionary writers resist. Statewide disagreement includes the Chapel Hill marching band calling itself the Marching Tarheels. No referendum exists yet, but the vote is cast despite the December air.
Talks in Geneva under GATT proceed as the United States seeks tariff cuts and press Japan to cut its surplus. Nations address nontariff barriers like quotas and subsidies amid inflation and protectionist sentiment in Congress. Nobuhiko Ushiba signals potential concessions while Rep. Vanik cites broad industrial protection concerns across districts.
A panel of 11 citizens selects the successor to Joe Brown as Enterprise editor, reviewing 1987 contributions and pre 1977 achievements. The list highlights Fred W. Alexander, Herman Bernard, Benny Braica, Jack Burris, Lee Cain and others for civic leadership, education, health, church work and philanthropy.
Chamber of Commerce drives downtown revitalization and civic advances as Richard A. Short receives honorary degree from High Point College and is named Man of the Year by the College Alumni Association. Herman H. Smith extends support to local causes. Carson C. Stout chairs Housing Authority and aids redevelopment. John W. Thomas leads school bus manufacturing and backs Scouts. Arthur M. Utley heads YMCA youth programs. Julian White guides Planning and Zoning and county facilities. Van York champions Auto Dealers Association and Urban Ministry. The piece lauds many others for shaping a better city.
Federal Trade Commission compiled evidence challenging Kellogg and others on cereal ads claiming ready-to-eat cereals do not raise tooth decay or lack nutrition. The study cites animal data and expert opinion, noting higher sugar content and possible cavities and questioning sugar claims versus fruits. The piece notes discrepancies in Kellogg figures and references broader industry scrutiny.
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