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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1931
Page
4
A devotional note quotes I Samuel 2 4 and Horace on strength judgment and policy. The reflection contrasts broken bows of mighty men with those girded by renewed strength and discernment.
A meditation on time as a measure marked by Christmas. The piece contrasts human dating of time with the eternal, urges living by the faith, and links love, divine purpose, and the drive for peace and goodwill among men. It reflects on humanity’s effort to improve conditions through a Divine aim.
The Enterprise reports the Empty Stocking fund has risen about 500 above its previous peak and may equal what 4000 would have bought last year. Provisions were distributed to the needy yesterday and today while winter tightens. Contributors will receive updates on how the funds are spent and the overall relief effort.
Senator Borah keeps his self run newspaper court and seizes on publicity as he weighs in on proposed congressional salary reductions. He signals a strong stance that lawmakers pay is not the main driver of high costs, inviting broader debate on fiscal reform.
The text argues against large salary cuts for national lawmakers noting a 10 percent cut would save about a half million dollars yearly in a $150 million monthly budget. It questions the political impact of such cuts while defending the $10,000 annual pay as insufficient to deter capable men without private wealth. It also warns that well funded campaigns easily buy seats.
An economic outlook notes better employment soon as industrial slack eases and chain stores show mixed sales. Despite a 6.1 percent drop in 11 month sales from 1930, tonnage and unit expansion at some chains support a modest recovery, with Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea and other grocers posting gains in tonnage.
Asheville councilman Wickes Wamboldt claims grand jury tampering over Buncombe county bank loss cases, naming two jurors as having been approached. The judge overseeing the matter found their testimonies insufficient to support the charges.
The article reports a charge of jury tampering was ported after a man spoke individually to jurors about a defendant's innocence. The developments suggest the inquiry into Mr. Wamboldt’s assertion that judges and juries are bought ends with only idle local gossip to support it.
Bruce Catton surveys fallen auto industry giants like Leo Melanowski and David Buick, noting how brilliant minds end in poverty. He recounts Ambassador Dawes challenging George Bernard Shaw, who outmaneuvers critics, and highlights growing taxpayer groups in the Midwest pushing for budget cuts as a hopeful turn toward economic restraint.
A historical note compares a forecast of India gaining independence in five years with the actual event 155 years ago. The reflection emphasizes the distance between prophecy and political reality and marks the anniversary with a measured tone.
The passage contrasts early American independence ideals with current labor conditions, noting that six million workers have enjoyed freedom for two years. It links historical notions of liberty to contemporary employment rights.
A newspaper survey finds businessmen favor the Bible while noting uses of the Dun and Bradstreet business directory. The piece contrasts faith with commerce practices in the era’s reading habits.
In a defiant ruling, Peaches Browning was denied a divorce while Daddy Browning retains his wife and public outcry lingers over the disputed separation.
President Hoover seeks to discard the word moratorium as public understanding grows. officials plan to redefine policy language while explaining its implications.
Christmas baskets in Los Angeles for unemployed working girls include silk stockings powder rouge lipstick and perfume. The remark notes the absence of umbrellas in the gift assortment.
A letter to The Enterprise from A B Conrad commends the Empty Stocking Fund sponsored by the paper. He praises the firemen for preparing presents and helping children, noting generous community spirit and High Point's strong civic heart.
A reflective Christmas poem recalls Santa passing by a lame boy, gifting turkey and toys, yet the speaker worries the boy is forgotten. The dream of a white angel comforts the speaker, who vows never to overlook the needy boy again. BS., E. Kiser. Published by request of Dr. H. B. Hiatt.
Salvation Army workers handed out baskets with enough food for Christmas and three days to about 65 families in the city. Officers and volunteers toured neighborhoods this morning, and tonight a Christmas party at the Army building on South Main will entertain roughly 700 children with gifts and a tree. Officials thanked local citizens and donors for their support.
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