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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1936
Page
4
A reflective quip contrasts personal punishment with communal shame. The verse from Psalms and a comment by Charles argue misdeeds rebound on the offender and highlight society's stake in punishing wickedness.
City finances for the first six months show $130,000 in tax collections lagging and street assessments near zero. Net debt is about $300,000 lower than a year ago after liquidating street assessments with $100,000 in bonds in the sinking fund. January taxes accelerated as the penalty date neared, suggesting tax receipts may meet or exceed the prior seven months. Delays in setting tax rates and billing prove costly.
Civic leaders and a high school paper urge stronger city backing for school equipment and accreditation. Citizens fear neglect of education as the community contends with funding and a proposed ninth month with supplementary support, amid pressure from the Chamber of Commerce and local educators.
The passage argues High Point should rise above its current state, outpace other cities in education and infrastructure, and meet the challenge with decisive action. It emphasizes a right and courageous response to progress and funding as a matter of civic responsibility.
A column notes a positive approach to highway safety from Ernest N. Smith of the American Automobile Association. It presents a Q and A on stopping distances, wheel turns, passing time, walking along rural highways, headlight checks, tire placement, fog visibility, and tire pressure with practical tips and model answers.
A Charlottean denounces the revocation of his auto driving license by the state revenue department, arguing the law failed when a drunken driver used another's name. He and J A Hutchinson protest administrative bungling that harms a legitimate citizen while the real offender escapes. The piece calls for strict enforcement of the NC licensing law requiring drivers to carry a license at all times.
The speaker asserts the state has adequate laws to protect law abiding citizens and the power to enforce them urging active enforcement to deter drunk driving.
World Peaceways praises the present administration as the first since 1882 not to deploy U S armed forces at home or abroad, urging problem solving over conflict. It contrasts with Hoover’s 1932 use of troops and calls for continued peaceful, nonviolent dispute resolution.
The Raleigh News & Observer summarizes Fortune magazine on Steve Hatalla a relief client with a family of five. It notes ERA weekly benefits of 19.25 in in kind orders and compares to North Carolina relief averages of 5.41 for a family of six and 4.78 overall while Steve’s weekly relief exceeds the state WPA monthly minimum despite low local wages.
The aging actor shares a personal outlook noting each life moment holds value. He compares events to a coin with two faces, saying failure leads to future happiness and tragedy can elevate one to new heights. He suggests many have learned resilience in recent years and can benefit from this view.
The Illinois Bar Association proposes mandatory citizenship certificates with portraits and fingerprints to detect aliens. The piece questions compulsory features but praises voluntary fingerprinting as useful, noting the Justice Department and police departments maintain large non criminal files for identification and emergency cases.
The University of Chicago president Robert Hutchins warns that patriotism is being used to suppress academic freedom. He argues that many student radicals are manufactured by hysterical rules that curb teaching inquiry and open discussion.
Washington notes humor missing from speeches by Robinson and Borah as they debate Roosevelt era policies. He highlights Robinson’s flip from pro Roosevelt to anti bonus and veto overridings, noting reelection pressures influence. The piece contrasts politicians solemnity with voter humor.
The piece portrays President Roosevelt anxious to block a measure amid treasury fears, while Senator Robinson opposes both Smith and the president. It jokes that Robinson’s fury at the desertion by old allies is ironic, though the scene is hardly humorous.
Senator Borah spoke on Tuesday night addressing the Townsend plan. He said he favors old age pensions for those over sixty but opposes mandatory spending, proposing a pension of 50 to 60 dollars monthly rather than forcing consumption within a month.
The article contrasts an Idaho remark about the Townsend plan withBorah’s objection that it forces monthly spending by recipients. It notes Borah’s ageist pension stance and his aim to tackle a demanding future role at age 72, highlighting the planned clash of economic ideas and political ambition.
GOP leader Fletcher vents over New Deal agencies and radio station issues. He rails at government programs while facing regulatory questions and public emissions disputes.
The passage argues that Hutchins educational plan is grounded in logic and values freedom of expression. It contends intellectual temper comes from free inquiry and notes safety in letting the team operate with the lid kept on.
A diary style romp through New York social life with sightings of Be times and Bob Brinkerhoff, Corey Ford, Eva Steinmetz, and Jack Dempsey. The entry mentions a theater premiere by Roxy, a major operation, and reflections on World stage shows. Also notes Elmer Fries in Cincinnati facing an odd food reaction and recovery.
An editorial argues the Morro Castle fire victims deserve justice, but three men found negligent by a federal court cannot fix systemic flaws. It blames the shipping system, untrained crews, and home-office control for future disasters, calling for real regulatory remedies rather than scapegoats.
In a short span Ham Fisher, creator of the dull dumb comic strip Palooka, has emerged as Broadway’s stylish forward with a bold wardrobe. He bridges the Bronx and Sut ton Place, mingles with celebrities, and lives amid high-spirited crowds as life fizzes around him. He is in his 30s and has salted enough for a pleasant old age.
A literary note praises Frederick Nebel as among the most exciting of the younger novelists, highlighting his fresh voice and promise.
Russell Crouse and other writers once wary of alcohol avoid even the slightest intoxicants in food and drink. The piece notes anti alcohol stance among stage figures and mentions Don Clarke as an example.
A Dayton Colorado printer on the night shift reports a strange rash after smoking a cigar while watching an unnamed man. The pipe did not produce the same effect. Every Saturday the worker lights a cigar and observes the other person closely.
A garbled clipping mentions Bagatelles, Anna Held, Jr., and Samuels naming a ski tie 'Mrs. Sullivan' to honor Sullivan. It also references Mrs. Whiteman, Paul, and a tale of a meal the eater desires, plus Frisco’s three hour smoking attempt and a best record, in disjointed phrases.
A reader from New Orleans signs a 1936 McNaught Syndicate note claiming a cafe meeting in early December where one person sat quiet. The letter questions columnist behavior in public and mentions changing attire to long underwear.
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