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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1930
Page
4
A dated publication fragment presents a reflection on fear tracing words to Job 32 23 and W R Alger. The tone emphasizes terror as the most terrible force and frames it as a divine consequence.
The piece discusses Thomas A. Edison and Henry Ford predicting a final, complete sobriety era. It argues prohibition could succeed if saloons disappear, but notes potential shifts in public mood and law adherence after war. It suggests self-control and social norms could restore sobriety.
The state asks federal funds to dredge Wilmington and Beaufort harbors to 80 feet, arguing current depths of 25 feet hinder commerce. Senator Simmons and Rep. Abernethy back the plan while Henry Herbemann of the American Steamship and Export Company endorses the need for southeastern ports. Col. J. W. Harrelson notes NC factory output at 1.2 billion yearly, with much goods-bound traffic currently via Norfolk.
The article notes a persuasion for returning some federal money to North Carolina for development. It cites former Governor Cameron Morrison supporting a favorable hearing in Washington. It argues the state, a large payer of federal taxes, deserves aid while Uncle Sam funds other states.
The Senate hovers over Charles Evans Hughes as confirmation proceeds amid strong protest from senators including Borah and Norris. Supporters expect a majority vote while critics fear a drift toward a plutocratic influence and rulings on price cutting and railroad valuation. The piece notes concern over business rights and the divine right of commerce shaping law.
Obituary recounts J A Odell a Greensboro business leader who built a fortune and shaped town planning yet retired to quiet West Market Street his later years marked by non interference and measured civic influence leaving affairs to younger associates and embodying a contrasting life to the energetic business phase.
A Detroit judge ordered psychiatric examinations for 100 criminals before sentencing. Reports found two clearly insane and thirty-three more clearly feeble minded, while the rest showed varying degrees of mental weakness or disorder.
A Detroit judge orders psychiatrists' reports for inmates, classifies 69 as poor community risks to be imprisoned, 15 on probation, and 12 in doubt with varied outcomes. He warns crime stems from flaw in individuals, not willful evil, urging careful use of abnormal psychology alongside law. New York considers curb on street loudspeakers to curb nuisance.
John N Willys, head of the automobile maker, tells President Hoover the industry will produce 500000 more autos than last year. If correct, hopes for a quick return to prosperity rise, but the forecast warns of possible overproduction and a risk of a severe 1931 slump.
The Mexican president Ortiz Rubio was shot on his first day in office. The remark questions whether such violence could be part of an initiation rite for leaders.
Gloria Gould, who once said it was stupid to wed, has entered into a new marriage. The change in stance follows speculation about her relationship status and marks a return to matrimony.
A humorous notice notes that while naval tonnage is cut, heavyweight boxers appear larger and more comical in spectacle, reflecting a satire of sports and military trends.
Two costume recitals will be presented tomorrow at the Ray Street School auditorium by Princess Watahwaso assisted by Young Chief Poolaw of the Kiowa. The events, sponsored by the High Point Musical Art club, are set for 3 30 p m and 8 p m with Watahwaso lauded for mastery of Indian lore.
Sacramento readers are urged to demand Congress place Mexico under the quota amid reports of Syrians and Arabs smuggling across the Mexican border. A border clipping describes Arabs arrested with hypodermics and a plan to pass as Mexicans.
The High Point lodge No. 1165 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will hold its annual Past Exalted Rulers Night at the Elks club on West Broad street Thursday at 7:45. Members, past exalted rulers and visiting Elks are invited. the exalted ruler will open the meeting and announce officers before passing the gavel to the temporary presiding officers.
Wagoner farm demonstration agent of Greensboro will address farmers and patrons at Union Hill School tomorrow afternoon at 2 30. He will discuss the live at home program now in this county and all people in the section are urged to attend.
Funeral services for Mrs Phoebe K Hildreth who died at 616 Ward Street were conducted at Deep River Baptist Church by Rev Bowers pastor of Albemarle First Baptist. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Early, a young white man, was arrested by deputy sheriffs Claude Hussey and H. D. Stoutt in Johnson City for alleged immoral relations with a female under the age of consent. A warrant and photo aided the search. he confessed and agreed to return to Tennessee to face charges. Authorities left for High Point with the prisoner.
Funeral services for Gabriel B. Fine, a well known farmer from Davidson county, were held Sunday at Clarksburg Church. The service was conducted by Reverends Roy Fisher, Bob Smith, and Sidney Saffit. Pallbearers included I. H. Clodfelter, John Perdue, H. M. Fritts, Lee Clodfelter, Lee Perdue and Roscoe Clodfelter. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Price and their children were called to Greenville North Carolina today due to the illness of Mr. Price's father.
Readers are invited to submit clever kibitzer definitions for a Broadhurst Theatre contest. Clara Bow and Nancy Carroll offer sample takes, and five top entries will print daily for three days with two free tickets as prizes.
Robert Howard, 628 Wesley Place, an employee of the Broadhurst theater, was stabbed by a splinter an inch long in the thigh after brushing against a seat in the orchestra during his nightly routine. He received first aid at Guilford General hospital from Dr. P. B. Davis and returned home. The article also notes claims about the smallest cows in the South Sea islands, four trees high.
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