Confucius Quote on Securing Good for Others
A universal maxim notes that those who seek others good already safeguard their own welfare. The道 relates to ethical reciprocity and social responsibility.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1935
Page
4
A universal maxim notes that those who seek others good already safeguard their own welfare. The道 relates to ethical reciprocity and social responsibility.
The State Highway and Public Works Commission elevates W Vance Baise to chief engineer, following the death of John D Waldrop. Baise, a 15 year veteran, is a native son praised for his capability and local service, signaling a policy shift toward native talent in state government and business.
The highway commission asks immediate release of 3 million dollars from the surplus reserve for road and bridge repairs and improvements across the state. Chairman Waynick asserts the request accompanies higher biennial allocations to maintain highways beyond the recent costly economy and to halt deterioration promptly.
The piece argues for a carefully planned use of a large federal relief and public works allocation to North Carolina. It urges a long term social welfare program, stresses wise investment over waste, and highlights civic center and grade crossing projects as models for sound development and debt retirement.
Engineers warn 5 000 bridges need 3 433 000 now for strengthening while the state faces cuts. The commission urges immediate reconstruction funding beyond the July start to repair damage from neglect and prevent virtual demolition of a 58 000 mile highway network worth over 300 million. Delay would be poor business.
A New Jersey judge reportedly assaulted a man who had attacked his wife and children, drawing questions about the legality of the act though supporters say it was effective.
The item notes Ivan Poderjny’s claim he’d plead guilty to bigamy rather than confront his spouses. It mentions a proposed Oklahoma bill taxing single men over 28 and suggests women hold notable political influence.
The writer ridicules John Sprunt Hill for backing a bill to socialize liquor and warns it could set precedent for state control of banking and other industries. He argues liquor should not become a socialist experiment and questions the implications for business and politics in North Carolina.
The Society of Friends in North Carolina requests publication of a protest against any change in state liquor laws. The memorial urges Governor and legislators to oppose any modification using full powers. Signed by J. C. Allen for Southern Quarterly Meeting of Friends.
At Friendsville near Ramseur North Carolina on January 26 1935 the Southern Quarterly Meeting of Friends issued a protest against changing Prohibition laws. They urged governors and state legislators to oppose any licensing of liquor, arguing it would increase drunkenness crime and threaten civilization and happiness. Signed by Anderson M Barker and Mary H Copeland Clerks.
Aunt Mary Jane Hillery recalls a slow side of youth as she recounts a steady couple who slept through a long parlor chat and a later breakfast, contrasting with the era’s fast youth. The column then shifts to notes on auto styling, government power over state clashes, and finance.
The Dear Noel crowd witnessed Noel Coward's first American flop, despite Alfred Lunt Lynn Fontanne and a Tiffany audience. Critics led by George Jean Nathan savaged the production, while Coward acknowledged the publicity value.
Twenty million allocated to relief reduces immediate relief but leaves one hundred million facing uncertainty over tomorrow's food expenses. Authorities warn shortages loom if additional aid is not secured.
Ohio officials compile comprehensive sales tax collections to demonstrate strong consumer activity across the state. The measure aims to provide a benchmark for national shopping trends and fiscal health.
New York reports that French and British actions in Soviet contracts undermine U S trade talks with Soviet Russia. Observers say withdrawal opens rich trade fields for France and Britain while debt settlements are overlooked. France is blamed for disrupting negotiations for two main reasons: trade advantage and maintaining a stance against U S influence.
A collection of quirky life snippets features John J L Horgan once a river boat boy tenor, Irish playwright Bean O Casey remedying insomnia with strong coffee, Pew Whiteman addressing his wife Maggie, and Sinclair Lewis enjoying black bean soup._returns include Lindy the Broadway restaurateur formerly a Berlin waiter, Kathleen Norris linked to San Francisco roles via E D B Coblentz, Gene Tunney sculpted eleven times, the Players billiard table as a major local money maker, Verne Porter praising Max Baer as a leather merchant, and a tale of a laundress Pearl White on 10th Avenue.
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