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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1938
Page
4
A brief, era toned quotation contrasts Samson's overpowering victory with the moral critique that one murder by law can be labeled war's glorious art. It frames mass killing as a dangerous, celebrated strategy and notes the rhetoric used to justify it.
North Carolina ranks third in farm crop value behind California and Texas in 1987 but falls to fifteenth in total farm income. The piece argues the state relies too much on crops like cotton and tobacco, overspends on soil fertilization, and should pursue balanced production to raise living standards without chasing self sufficiency. It urges stronger feeding and horticultural efforts and smarter production to lift the state from the bottom rungs of national prosperity.
Dr Crittenden, secretary of the state history commission, argues at a U D C meeting that the War Between the States was driven by Southern struggle for economic equality. He contends northern industrial wealth drained Southern resources and that postwar policies kept the South tributary to the North for generations, noting Roosevelt era efforts to redistribute wealth.
The piece argues tariffs and subsidies favored industrial regions for centuries while agriculture bears higher costs. It urges the South to resist special privilege and seek parity, noting the region holds 32 percent of America’s children but only 15 percent of national income, linking policy to national welfare.
The piece notes a shift toward cross state campaigning as a sign of new nationalism. Huey Long aided Mrs Carraway in Arkansas, with plans to canvass North Carolina against Senator Bailey. James Roosevelt’s involvement in Florida politics draws opposition, while in Kentucky Governor Chandler cites Barkley’s anti lynching stance and possible presidential intervention to aid his reelection.
The article notes a fall in the price of cold rolled steel plate used in auto manufacturing. It attributes the cut to pressure from independent companies and expects a broad industry effect. After years of rising costs, steel prices ease from peak levels, aiding manufacturers carrying high previously charged inputs.
The passage notes ongoing recession strains and suggests steel firms could lower prices further without harming payrolls or profits. The aim is to aid broader restoration of normal industrial operations and steady the sector through continued price adjustments.
The 28 year old Benny Goodman emerges from Chicago’s Sibley Street ghetto to become the King of Swing. From a poverty struck childhood, he nurtured music, formed and rebuilt bands, faced skepticism about “personality,” and rose to fame after breakthrough at Palomar Gardens and Congress Hotel with crowds flocking to see him.
A collection of brief quotes from figures including Jason Westerfield, Isabel Uribach, Harry Burns, Dr. Garry Myers, William A. Irvin, Admiral William D. Leahy, Koki Hirota, and Benito Mussolini. They touch on Wall Street, family duties, surrender, child psychology, economics, naval power, East Asia policy, and fascist aims.
Jack Pearl and Al Shean are highlighted as stage stars shifting from radio to dramatic roles. The piece recalls Pearl as a durable Dutch dialect comic, and reflects on vaudeville figures like Cliff Gordon. It also notes New York society glimpses including Zoe Beckley and Astors at Delray and a stormy Atlantic crossing with a farewell autograph.
The author praises meat wormein a dish from Chinese cafes and recalls Karl Carroll once scouting such eateries. He notes quality fades as crowds discover venues and mentions a Canal Street spot near the Bowery named Tribute as top at the moment.
Miss Fannie Starr Mitchell of Central High Greensboro spoke to the Parent-Teacher Association last night. Asheboro's W P Brock delivered a long political talk to the Democratic club. Andrew Jackson Post of the American Legion held a supper meeting at First M church. Mrs. Alexander Rankin Jr. spends the day in Thomasville. Mrs. Craven Page returns from Winston-Salem visit. Mrs. Roy Spearman sails to Elizabeth City to see her parents. The piece also notes theater figures and literary mentions, including Booth Tarkington praising John Drew and mentions of George Jean Nathan and Theo dore Dreiser manuscripts. Col. Lindbergh to receive Cuban honor in Havana. Marian Parker case ends with verdict of sane and guilty. Michigan bans Bible reading in schools.
The February 8 issue reprinted from twenty years ago notes a ten year weather cycle. It recalls 1917 1918 winters with heavy snow and cold while February brought sun and warmth. The piece discusses fuel policy changes and improved conditions expected with approaching spring.
A Seventh Day Adventist speaker urges readers to study Sunday law enforcement and Sabbath observance. He cites religious authorities, argues Sunday laws clash with gospel principles, and urges Christians to honor the Sabbath without civil sanctions.
A writer responds to a Daily paper charge on Feb 6 about Sabbath observance. The letter argues God created the first day, accuses Papal Rome of substituting Sunday for the fourth commandment, and cites II Thessalonians and Catholic sources to claim the Catholic Church changed the Sabbath. It contends Protestants unknowingly accept papal power by observing Sunday.
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