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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1936
Page
4
A compact, era reflecting meditation contrasts biblical prophecy with a Wildean critique of war. The piece weighs sin and allure of conflict, noting how perception alters its social pull and popularity. It blends scriptural framing with literary aphorism to question violence’s appeal.
North Carolina Senator Reynolds battles Army promotion decisions over General McCloskey at Fort Bragg. He claims discriminatory treatment and delays in brigadier promotions while Senate military affairs probes the matter. The dispute risks a high profile clash between politics and military procedure.
Dr. R W Leiby, state entomologist, argues severe cold does not end insect life. He notes zero weather is not fatal to many pests and extreme temp shifts cause heavy losses, but nature balances its structure so that what harms pests also harms their parasites.
The piece argues that Jack Pool and other NC students admitted cheating five years ago, praising the Carolina spirit yet warning against excessive punishment. It supports moderation, notes student-led cleanup strengthens honor, and warns wholesale revaluations could undermine the system.
A large, civic minded audience attended the premiere of the Cooperative Concert Association last night. The event featured nationally and internationally prominent artists and their accompanist, drawing about 95 percent of the membership and earning enthusiastic, unrestrained applause.
The High Point bar gathered at a dinner hosted by M W Nash for the 36th anniversary of his law practice. All but one member attended, underscoring a capable bar that reflects credit on the city and the profession.
The passage highlights a bustling bar amid a growing city, balancing current demand for legal services with a youthful influx. It notes Mr. Nash’s strong record and though praised, he trails seasoned elders who contribute experience to mentor the rising generation shaping the profession.
One of the ablest of the younger group, Owen Reese, is chosen as president of the bar association, succeeding Rupert T. Pickens. The piece praises leadership within civic and professional circles and notes the head’s reticence to speak publicly, balanced by deliberative impact when he does.
The message salutes Mr. Nash a newcomer yet a leader in the local bar. It notes eight years of steady influence and 36 years in law and public life in North Carolina. It commends his ability to carry the wear and tear of a lengthy career with ease.
The piece recalls a Pennsylvania train tragedy that broke a year long safety record with no passenger deaths. It notes a broken rail caused the accident and praises railroad safety efforts, urging no blame on workers and emphasizing ongoing safety discipline across lines.
The essay recounts James Branch Cabell revealing that Sinclair Lewis rejected Cabell’s early manuscript, claiming readers dislike unattractive characters. Cabell later achieved fame while Lewis became wealthy author of such works, illustrating how rule breaking can yield success in literature.
A trend among some Hollywood girls nicknamed agers lets them transform a fresh dress to look aged in about 20 minutes. The ironic note suggests many husbands overwhelmed with bills may scoff at this rapid aging technique.
Poem reflects a sculptor seeking to shape the soul rather than wood or stone. The speaker fears miscasting his own limits and finds solace in a guiding image of God embodied in a living guide. The verse contrasts flawed self with divine likeness and spiritual guidance.
Washington February 3 The piece argues Governor Landon of Kansas delivered a potent political speech not for depth but for inflicting perceived harm on the New Deal. It cites cautious tone clarity and alignment with public worries over waste and partisan relief spending as key factors boosting its reception and perceived presidential bid.
The NDSD hints at old Governor Landon speeches from Wichita and Topeka as a smear tactic but currently remains silent. Hopkins, once vocal against the London Kansas record, offers little provocation amid GOP nomination chatter.
An analysis argues the United States overreacted to dirigible incidents including the Macon disaster. A Navy committee of scientists urges reopening tests and research, suggesting the government quit too soon. The piece notes varying reactions from Maryland Democrats about Roosevelt policy and public speeches.
The piece profiles Isaac Marcosson, noting his globe-trotting career and status in diplomatic circles. It highlights his autographed picture collection, links to Mussolini and Hitler, and discusses the potential role of large airships like the Akron and Macon in future aviation, alongside naval attitudes and scientific estimates.
The passage notes three intelligent men who find London’s speech dull yet praise it for plain common sense. It argues Republicans will support any sane candidate this time, regardless of perceived colorless genius. It compares current Roosevelt anecdotes to Hoover 1932 patterns, signaling a shifting public mood.
It is too early yet to decide whether Al Smith will turn out an unhappy worrier. The remark hints at concerns about his future mood and the pressures facing him.
A Borah backed push seeks to curb backroom deal making in the presidential race and push for open party processes during the upcoming election cycle.
Hendrik Willem Van Loon favors pea soup as a daily staple and uses meals to judge cities. The prolific author forsakes radio for books, turning out five or six volumes yearly with his own illustrations. He resides in Irving Bacheller’s Riverside home in Vermont and often longs for Holland.
The famed actor Douglas Fairbanks, seen in New York after European exile, projects a restrained comeback as age and health concerns begin to shape his public persona.
One of John Gilbert's closest friends in ascent and descent, their bond dated to Gilbert's tan trooper days and Quirk's Boston reporting years. Gilbert disliked New York and spent much of his time at Quirk's office loafing, finding amusement in late night drinks after midnight.
Gilbert phoned with a puzzling tale as I woke at the Biltmore in Los Angeles. The fogged memory and a jokey accusation about making an alibi unfold in a hazy, humorous exchange.
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