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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1931
Page
4
A short composition quoting John 20 23 about remitting sins and a note from Sterne affirming the bravery of forgiveness. The lines reflect on mercy and personal courage in forgiving others.
The year 1931 is described as strained yet hopeful, with house cleaning and readjustment ahead. It cites the rush for easy money before the 1929 stock market crash, overextended capital, and a market slide from 89 to 32 billion in listed stocks. It warns of potential firm failures but expects values to recover as earnings improve and a business upswing may bring triumph within a year.
Mayor Earl B. Horner of Burlington withdraws from seeking the Democratic nomination in the new sixth district race. Disappointed locals felt Alamance County deserved special consideration as the district pursues its congressman. Horner’s long local success gives friends confidence he could broaden his political reach.
The piece weighs Horner's potential congressional bid, noting his deep interest in agricultural issues and the district's urban profile. It highlights Alamance support as a key factor and explains his choice to stay in Burlington to continue local leadership after 12 years.
The Nation publishes its sixth list recognizing public service art science and national contributions. Notables include Alanson B Houghton Robert M La Follette Dorothy Detzer Wickersham and lynching study researchers plus figures like James J Walker Frank P Walsh and Floyd Olson for pardon efforts and policy impact.
A curatorial roundup honors authors Evelyn Scott Morris R Cohen Emma Goldman and anonymous Washington Merry-Go-Round for cultural and political writing. It also lauds the Exposition of Indian Tribal Arts New York bridge designer O H Ammann and Otto Soglow. Musicians Toscanini Urey Murphy Brickwedde Downing Carothers Williams for scientific and artistic milestones.
A reflective essay on New Year resolutions and self criticism. The piece notes the persistence of human flaws, the value of self examination, and the notion that even fleeting resolutions offer humility and insight. It also defends Santa Claus Ind. from changing its town name despite post office concerns.
Washington notes Bertrand Snell as a potent minority leader shaping Republican strategy. He assigns specialists to key subjects, preps ready replies to Democratic attacks, and keeps in touch with members to align action with the party line.
A somber verse expresses farewell to the old year as the speaker sits beside it. The poem images the passing of time, fading strength, and lingering regret with quiet, personal imagery.
A reflective 1932 poem recalling hardships and shared losses. It notes balancing the ledger, shedding greed, and turning toward common good. The speaker looks toward 1933 with optimism, inspired by Eddie Guest’s line about carrying on together.
A lyrical fragment depicts the old year waning as a pale, trembling woman stands in rain. Her posture and tearful gaze symbolize aging and departure, with imagery of rain and a shivering, cloaked figure marking a seasonal transition.
Raleigh observers say no special session will be called soon despite a 30 percent cut forecast for state appropriations due to the 1931 Revenue Act. Gov Gardner and Budget Bureau argue cutbacks balance the budget, protect public schools, and avoid new taxes or loans.
The devotional verse speaks of forgiveness offered to mortal souls and mercy shining in God’s eyes. It portrays divine compassion overflowing to all, inviting repentance and comfort through faith.
The U S patent office faced a flood of tire patent applications from 1906 to 1926. About 25 000 tire designs were submitted, reflecting rapid growth in automobile tech and industry interest.
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