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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
4
The United Kingdom resumes diplomatic relations with Soviet Russia while maintaining limited communications. Britain faced embarrassment over Moscow’s murder attribution to the czar’s cousin, but the empire’s broad interests urged revived contact and future recognition.
A report notes an attack on the Argentine president amid economic distress and failing currency value. The piece argues such assassination attempts arise from frustration with policy and instability, warning that even powerful leaders remain vulnerable to risk.
Fifteen million in Congress funds disabled World War I veterans to expand hospital facilities. Payments are made in installments and will continue until every veteran is cared for. The article urges comprehensive treatment for physical and mental injuries from military service.
The article notes that while property damages like the Rheims cathedral restoration and rebuilt housing in Belgium and France show recovery, human wreckage persists for decades. It predicts future scars from the conflict, with nations likely to grow richer and stronger while countless survivors endure long memories of the tragedy.
Dr. James Howard Snook, former Ohio State University professor, is in the Ohio penitentiary death house awaiting execution after losing appeals. His January 31 date is set though federal appeals may still be pursued. His wife visits regularly as Snook remains a marginal public figure.
The Winston-Salem Journal reports A. W. McLean will not seek the senate against Simmons. The paper argues the move aims to deter the perceived challenge to Simmons in the upcoming primary and dismisses rumors of McLean wavering or Bailey threats.
The article notes a doubling of air transportation this year and contrasts public reaction to aviation crashes with more routine road fatalities. It argues aviation deaths are dramatic but not disproportionately deadly, while overall aviation safety is improving even as usage grows.
Senator Borah blames enforcement personnel for ineffectual prohibition while questioning the loyalty of officers. Critics like Norris argue enforcement favors big bootleggers over small operators as whiskey sales continue under government supervision.
The text argues the President's crime commission may purge dissenters to yield a report more palatable to the era. Senator Borah and allies doubt the panel will reveal new insights on enforcing prohibition, contending the commission is limited by its own composition and failures.
A Guelph Ontario facility housing 700 inmates operates without bars or guns and reports minimal escapes. Prison farms factories and mills provide full employment and humane treatment, yielding no riots and steady orders that challenge harsher U.S. prisons across the border.
MO. W. Hestedr of Durham writes that Granville County provides strong candidates for governor, Supreme Court, and Congress, arguing rural communities produce statesmen. He dismisses Durham Alamance Guilford Rockingham Person Surry Forsyth as less qualified and elevates Orange Caswell Stokes as superior in climate for leadership.
A meditative verse urging readers to assess their life by acts of kindness. It asks if one has helped others and shared time to make the world better, regardless of life length.
Mrs. Aurora Lee Evans appears to have died at a local hospital this morning at 10 oclock after a brief stay. Born January 29 1882 in Siler City she lived in the area 23 years and belonged to Cane Creek Baptist Church. Survived by husband David Evans two sons Andy and Jessie Evans and three brothers Zack Dixon William Dixon Jessie Dixon. Funeral at Cane Creek church near Siler City Saturday at 1 0 oclock with Rev U L Ruth officiating burial in church cemetery. The funeral party will leave 610 Blair street at 9 oclock
To whip thin cream, beat in the white of an egg before starting. For large quantities, use two whites if needed, as this helps whipping become more certain.
Tuffy Griffith and Johnny Risko near final training for tomorrow night’s heavyweight bout at Madison Square Garden. Griffith rated the favorite around 7 to 5, while Risko, nicknamed The Stoiler, seeks an upset to reclaim prestige after past KO losses, with risk of a prior foul tainting Griffith’s win.
High Point Rotarians asked to nominate seven outstanding non members for guest status next week. Stephen C. Clark realtor leads the list with eight strong nominees including J Elwood Cox Charles F Tomlinson Mrs W Hammond Charles L Amos Dred Peacock A E Tate and M J Wrenn The meeting included Christmas songs led by Randall B Terry Prof Louis Stookey and four high school singers with Miss Florence O Bierre Miss Adelaide Williamson Frank Tucker and J D Koonce assisting as vocalists.
Barry J. Cose of Tiffin filed a cross petition in Common Pleas Court after his wife sought a divorce claiming she made and sold beer. The report notes he evidently dislikes beer, though it does not reveal his exact preference.
Crossword style list with clues across and down referencing names actions and items from Spanish explorer to Longfellow Evangeline and various objects contextually. Clues include 1 11 12 14 15 across and 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 down with themes like architecture and plant life.
Eugene E. Downey Junior dies after a coast guard boat fires on a Dodge suspected of liquor from Canada. The incident occurred during a rough river pursuit near Buffalo. Medical examiner questions investigation while Downey’s bail-released associate faces conspiracy charges in a broader liquor smuggling case. The report closes noting Alaska forests by Tongass and Chugach.
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