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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1969
Page
3
The decade’s top headline is the Apollo Eleven moon landing on July 20, 1969. The event marked the opening of space exploration to humankind and stands as the enduring symbol of the era’s impact. Although Vietnam, assassinations, and riots shaped the period, the moon mission’s lasting significance places it above all others.
A London Observer writer notes Europeans idealize Sweden's welfare state and rapid growth. Sweden's economy concentrates power among a few families, challenging youth and prompting questions about future prosperity and the Swedish Dream amid European activist unrest.
The piece surveys proposed U S legislation and industry promises on cigarette advertising. It notes a Senate bill to require health warnings across media and ban tobacco ads on radio and television by 1971, with print ads limited after broadcast ads end. Industry leaders including Joseph Cullman pledge voluntary phaseouts by 1970, while regulators push gradual restrictions. The piece cites NAB support for phased withdrawal and highlights rising quitters and youth non smokers.
Washington report says Commerce Secretary Matiride Stans pursued an African safari amid Endangered Species Act passage. The plan reportedly included hunting rare Abyssinian nyala antelope and other protected species, to be displayed at a museum in Rock Hill. The Stans Foundation financed travel and exhibit costs, while Interior approval and official tab coverage were noted.
A fragmented OCR style column discusses a TV show about a vanishing wolf and urges wildlife protection amid Interior Department uncertainty. It then shifts to political tensions with Black Panthers and police, noting violent incidents in inner cities. Secretary Mel Laird praised as dove in Hawks feathers faces defense cut predictions and potential job losses by summer.
A fragmented column notes President picks chores for a college game visit, the Texas band spelling Nixon, and a desk neighbor tired of being criticized for watching TV. It mentions Christmas chairs, moonlight beauty, pioneer perseverance, and network bias linked to early era news and party lines.
Letters from readers in Jamestown and a local newcomer praise the Good Afternoon Saturday poetry column for publishing amateur poets. Mrs Ralph Sechtest and Miss Virginia Buse express gratitude for space given to writers and the community spirit behind the column.
Describes Hester's sermon at First Baptist Church and a family scene with Walter and Mrs Hester. Notes Henry Waddington leaving the Top of the Mart operations on January 6 and successor TBD. Highlights Southern Furniture Exposition Building’s civic value at High Point, and fundraising needs for High Point College. Mentions Summer Employment Directory 4 and various summer job opportunities across the U.S. and Canada, with salaries up to 100 to 200 dollars, plus luxury roles in Chicago.
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