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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1931
Page
4
A compact reflection linking Deuteronomy 6 24 to modern thought. It frames obedience as the means to divine preservation and the source of humanity's good, drawing on J Stuart Mill to underscore that all good ends from human action rely on willing compliance with higher law.
The piece questions Lieutenant Governor Fountain's senate committee choices and political stance as he leans toward a 1932 gubernatorial bid. It notes his blunt remarks on young politicians and state finances, followed by hedging comments and defense of county self government under state oversight.
The article discusses Owen D. Young proposing a compromise on government payments to World War I veterans by increasing loans. It contrasts with Hoover Mellon and administration leaders who fear harm to business, noting Young's non-candidacy stance yet potential influence as a presidential contender. The piece frames the plan as constructive and potentially acceptable to veterans.
Leslie R. Ames former North Carolina highway engineer and builder of the state system endorses Governor Gardner's call to abolish district lines and shift all expenditures to a statewide basis. He supports state takeover of county highways and reorganization of the highway commission, noting maintenance pressures and a mature construction program.
The General Assembly passed a local bill abolishing absentee voting in Buncombe County local elections and failed to widen it to Polk County. The piece cites lobbying and enforcement issues, arguing broad abolition is needed, noting upcoming efforts to fix flaws rather than repeal.
The article argues that state elections are unaffected by absentee ballots but local contests with small margins are vulnerable. It urges the General Assembly to end absentee voting in local elections to curb potential fraud, regardless of party.
Bruce Catton comments on Governor Albert C. Ritchie of Maryland urging business to self govern to reduce government interference. He cites labor turnover and unemployment, then warns industry may cause endless government intervention. He questions cash bonuses for veterans, advocating targeted relief instead.
A commentary argues that voters should ignore mayoral campaigns in New York and Chicago. It notes New York’s youthful amiable winner and Chicago’s bid for a fourth term, casting doubt on both leaders. The piece warns that both cities show weak democratic nourishment.
In wrestling circles quieter bodies win, but the louder technique of bone head tactics has sparked debate on effective aggression. Critics warn such pushing and butting can backfire and lead to penalties or injuries.
The comment hints at a sly jab at the number of college men turning pro in wrestling, suggesting brains are not valued as an asset in that path. No explicit names or dates are given. The tone implies media skepticism about intellectual emphasis in athletic careers.
President Gates at the University of Pennsylvania has implemented major changes to the football program, taking the lead with decisive actions described as having a strong impact on the team and its direction. The move signals a shift in strategy and leadership for Penn football.
An anthropologist argues that Adam was a Chinaman, suggesting this view explains why his descendants are prone to internal conflicts and war with one another.
The Junior Order Orphans Home four miles south of Lexington reports strong progress in the past year. Expenditures reached 105000 dollars. 85 children admitted, 2 dismissed, total 213 residents: 116 girls and 97 boys from ten states. The home operates 13 buildings, plans city water, and offers education to ninth grade with plans to add grades. Girls study sewing and home economics. boys pursue agriculture and mechanics.
Los Angeles features Adolfo De La Huerta turned vocal teacher as two girls stun critics with high C and beyond. Oklahoma City notes Alfalfa Bill Murray impressing high schoolers with a harmonica. New York highlights German artist Jack Von Reppert Bismarck painting Lillian Gish at Nathan’s order. London cites John Maynard Keynes urging thrift to boost unemployment.
Mrs Catherine, a widow aged 83, who lit the harbor light for 33 years aiding New York ships, has died. Retired 12 years ago, she formerly rowed a mile twice daily from Staten Island to Robbins Reef to maintain the beacon.
Paris actress Jean Aubert, in divorce proceedings with Nelson Morris of Chicago, controls about 500000 francs in bank funds she may spend as she pleases. Morris failed to block her access to the money, which is half of a larger deposit from happier days.
Linden, New Jersey resident Andrew Kovches withdrew 3600 dollars and stashed the money in a wash tub in his room. He later told police he disclosed the secret to several people, and the money disappeared. The case prompted police to search for the missing funds and question possible witnesses.
New York 21 year old Miss Renee Ordee Lee tours the world by motorcycle after crossing the United States and sailing to England. She is the daughter of Colonel Ordee Lee a British Army flier.
William Henry North a former North Carolina state treasurer died in Greensboro yesterday from pneumonia Funeral services will be held at 2 30 p m tomorrow at the Worth home Burial will be in the New Garden cemetery Guilford College
Electric power will be installed in the tin mining districts of British Malaya, indicating planned modernization and improved infrastructure to support mining operations and regional development. The move signals government or private sector investment aimed at boosting productivity and local livelihoods.
Dr. Archibald Henderson, a university savant, has hobnobbed with royalty after returning from Virginia where he met Prince and Princess Troubetzkoy at Castle Hill. Troubetzkoy’s brother Paul is a sculptor who created busts of George Bernard Shaw, for whom Henderson is official biographer. Princess Troubetzkoy is Amelie Rives, famed author of The Quick of the Dead and Love In a Mist.
Wake Forest Feb 7 seventy prospective educators from Kappa Phi Kappa and Kappa Pi Mu listened as Paul S. Daniel Raleigh city schools superintendent spoke on determining what to teach in public schools. He urged shifting from adult facts to broader child growth and development, defining subject matter as anything to be learned.
Eleanor Rathbone MP of Liverpool will introduce a bill in the British law body on February 20 to prevent disinheritance of a spouse in a will. She notes Latin countries guard widows rights and says the bill will apply to both genders, aiming to curb harsh divisions of estate.
Dr Morris Fishbein reviews the breakthrough in adrenal therapy. Cortin, an active adrenal cortex extract from Princeton and Buffalo teams, shows promise in six patients with Addison's disease, increasing weight and appetite and offering potential survival improvement. The discovery follows animal testing and aligns with medical science advancing from gland extraction to human treatment.
A Commerce Department report shows U.S. airplanes used about 13 million gallons of gasoline and 500000 gallons of oil in the first half of 1930, with expectations of a rise in the second half, boosting refinery revenues.
A crossword style list of clues covers both horizontal and vertical entries. Items include references to countries landowners ships Versailles and themes like religion, animals, and colors, with answers ranging from common nouns to proper nouns.
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