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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
4
A religious verse from Luke cautions that any who looks back after starting is unfit for God’s kingdom. A Shakespearean proverb urges an enterprise begun fairly should be completed with all that ought to be won.
The article recounts J P Morgan arguing for a political economy where legislation targets a broad base of thirty million rather than a small group. He warns that destroying the leisure class would erode civilization and stresses democracy requires a balance between economic and political freedom. Senator Borah supports preserving liberty through economic freedom.
Miss Barbara Clarke of South Bend, 19, proclaims she trails the singer Nelson Eddy and lashes at publicity around the revelation. She says she likes Eddy and his voice and compares her feelings to being worth little, whether naive or seeking attention.
The report notes Dwight Beard, a Texas murder suspect, has pleaded insanity. Doctors from Lenoir provide testimony as Beard undergoes a three week stay to prepare his defense amid concerns about his mental balance.
The passage questions whether insanity should bar full punishment for Dwight Beard's crimes. It argues he is sane enough to evade the law, commit robberies, shoot at others, and use a plea to beat justice, urging his complete removal from circulation.
The newly elected head of the bar forms a strong committee to press for adequate courtroom facilities, aiming to end cramped municipal spaces that hinder justice. The measure seeks concrete action beyond speeches to relieve overcrowded, multi function courtrooms and restore orderly legal processes.
National guardsmen and supporters push for building an armory as a Works Progress Administration project. Proposal, long delayed, would serve as a peace time citadel for soldiery and a hub for meetings exhibits athletic events and general community activities.
In memory of Mrs. E. T. Harmon the community and family mourn a devoted mother whose steadfast kindness and strength shaped a large clan. Her quiet influence and tireless devotion are celebrated by children and grandchildren who cherished daily visits to “Mother” and the enduring example of motherhood she provided.
Unemployed writers numbered about 4500 will work for several months on a 30000 page government produced guide book. The Government Printing Office expects completion within one year making a handy read for hikers and tramp printers.
King Edward VIII’s first claimant is the Marquis of Cholmondeley as Lord Chamberlain. Mr Chumley will dress the king for his coronation, with notes on pronouncing Cholmondeley. The piece also discusses caricature techniques and public tastes in a playful, observational tone.
A parade of editorials and notes cover political quirks. The piece lampoons campaign songs, party actions, and the influence of figures like Al Smith, Allred, and the Kingfish while noting translation efforts and public interest in letters to the editor.
The bonus is to be paid to every veteran and the main question becomes how to spend it wisely. Thrifty recipients may invest in a home or make initial payments, boosting housing, real estate, and the building trades while circulating money to aid broader business recovery. If invested smartly, the two billion dollar fund could act as a strong economic stimulant.
Foreign correspondents report growing terror grip in Nazi Germany and expulsion of 12 Association of Foreign Correspondents members as article authors face censorship. The piece contrasts American press freedom with life in countries lacking a free press.
The editorial warns of acute concerns over federal finances in Washington as President Roosevelt's fiscal path diverges from his pledges. It notes repeated promises of a balanced budget and stopping borrowing, but asserts deficits have grown each year and revenue growth has not kept pace with expenses, bringing the nation closer to a financial brink.
The article argues Roosevelt faced amplified deficits after approving the bonus and direct farmer payments, undermining his 1937 38 balance projections. Analysts conclude treasury strain grows, with possible options including inflation or new taxes as the deficit nears fifteen billion dollars. Morgen thau warns the Senate committee of the urgent, partisan risk.
The piece argues inflationists want more money printing to cover obligations while most people oppose it as dangerous. It suggests Roosevelt may oppose them and press Congress to adopt new taxes to avert national collapse.
The piece argues that conservatives must back Roosevelt on taxes to combat a crisis, blaming unchecked inflation on his foes and calling for a bipartisan, patriotic tax program. It asserts that supporting the president on this issue is consistent politics and enlightened self interest.
Reports say British public frets over the king’s air travels but experts note a plane cannot gallop and the concern seems unfounded.
New York facial surgeon asserts most screen actresses have undergone face lifting, yet they still agreed to be cast opposite Cagney in films.
A high court justice notes his spouse wears extremely small shoes providing a curious personal detail amid the case mania. The remark underscores private life amid public duty as judges weigh major questions.
New York reports Lois Long, a minister's daughter known as Lipstick, has boosted feminine radio success. Her witty modern takes on society echo Noel Coward and Dorothy Parker while she remains a rosy cheeked 28 year old married to Peter Arno.
A vivid portrait of the theatre world highlighting Doris Dudley a beautiful slim blonde who has earned a movie contract from two stage performances. Her father once whispered a wish that a boy would become a newsman if a girl a great actress and Destiny seems to have granted that wish.
Yale student George Fort Milton argues newspapers must move beyond reporting to interpreting news. He says the medium should explain meanings and underlying truths, reflecting growing societal complexity. The paper evolves from owner opinion to current events record and now to critical interpretation.
A National Industrial Conference Board bulletin reports December gains in building, steel, coal, and electric power output. Automobile production fell slightly due to Christmas shutdowns, while department store sales rose 9.7 percent from December 1934 and 69 percent from November. Overall, the outlook for 1936 is encouraging.
Scientists plan to use large mirrors set in the Sahara to beam signals toward Mars. The unusual experiment could be disrupted by terrestrial activity, though any such interference would be limited, with Venus mentioned only in a light aside.
Lucius Beebe recounts a social whirl in New York’s top spots like the Stork Club El Morocco and Tonys. A famed resident jokes she will sleep next spring as she hails a taxi amid the restless postwar giddiness.
The piece notes a shift from frou-frou fashions to sensible evening clothes for women, featuring a long skirt, metal cloth shirt waist, and a wool bolero jacket. It highlights Katharine Cornell and Ina Claire as distinctive examples of this refined, feminine dinner suit style.
Elvira Peroni an Italian born graduate of the College of Tereno runs a cocktail spot as her own bartender. She reads original Greek speaks four languages and blends fizzes for friends. She moved to the area to work for an Italian newspaper and recently capitalized on her talent by opening a restaurant in the West Seventies.
The young red haired Burgess Meredith stands out for realism over declamatory acting. His recent marriage diverted a mat to domestic life and influenced his stage presence.
The notes mention Lowell Thomas taxed at dancing academies and Kipling shaping his writing through Bible study. It also notes Deas Cornwell twice left a $60,000 yearly income to wander and paint freely. Hopkins enjoys eating and dreaming while someone improvises at the piano.
In a Theodore's dining scene patrons praise the evening specialty partridge on light bread. A waiter asks if all is well as diners lean into the napkin tucked-in-collar meal. The diner vibe is homespun and casual.
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