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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1937
Page
2
A NEA Service coordinated poll shows reader sentiment on President Roosevelt's court plan. Robert H. Jackson argues that while judicial respect exists, clashes with the court have long shaped policy and constitutional challenges, noting historic tensions and the need for balanced enforcement of the Constitution amidst emergency measures.
The Enterprise asks readers to cast a ballot on expanding the Supreme Court by six justices as proposed by the president and Congress. The piece notes past Supreme Court reversals of New Deal laws and frames the poll as a national referendum on this critical judiciary issue.
The text outlines the judicial power vested in the supreme and inferior courts, with judges serving during good behavior and subject to fixed compensation. It details the scope of cases under the Constitution and treaties, and assigns original jurisdiction to the Supreme Court for ambassadors and states, with appellate jurisdiction in other listed matters.
The article notes ongoing debate over Supreme Court term limits in 1913. Senator Wheeler denounces the President's proposal as a dangerous stopgap while Senator La Follette supports the program, reflecting division in Congress amid concerns about judicial tenure.
Text analyzes Roosevelt era calls for Supreme Court reorganization with retirement judges staying on. Senators weigh support for swift action while critics warn of dictatorship risks. Public debate centers on judiciary’s role as a co equal branch and need for new blood in law.
The passage criticizes lower federal courts for conflicting rulings that block government policy, with judges overruling Congress and the executive. It notes nullification of laws, injunctions in tax cases, and court delays. It argues Roosevelt seeks procedural reform to curb abuses without abolishing courts.
Frederick A. Stinchfield, president of the American Bar Association, will present arguments against the president’s proposal. The event signals a formal debate on policy with ABA leadership weighing in on national practice standards.
Police charged five people with speeding six with reckless driving one with an illegal left turn two with hit and run driving two with drunk driving one with running a red light and one with overparking during the weekend.
The guide reviews a Salem era film and several 1937 releases. Notable titles include The Big Game at RKO with themes of gambling and ethics in football, Come Closer Folks at Columbia, A Midsummer Night's Dream at Warner Bros, and Come and Get It at United Artists. Casts, directions, and period details highlighted.
North Carolina Representative Rupert T. Pickens attacked the legislature for failing to reapportion representation. Speaking at a luncheon with city industrial executives, he argued eastern NC bears taxes to support the Piedmont and warned of rising federal taxes. He urged a fairer basis before the 1940 census to fulfill constitutional mandates.
Butter sales steady at 6843 with creamery specials at 93 score and extras near 92. Firsts and standards fluctuate with creamery and central car lots. Eggs total 10 462 but unsettled with local and graded prices varying amid receipts at 20 percent.
The brief notes a noon reading and a high temperature from yesterday. No other readable details or proper nouns are present.
A clipped note discusses common word usage and pronunciation, urging daily vocabulary growth. It cites misused phrases like it was mighty cold, pronounces yeest, and defines presumptuous as showing undue liberties with a confident tone. It also mentions stock sales figures.
The High Point Rotary Club advances plans for a May 4 clinic for crippled children led by Dr. W. M. Re noted orthopedic surgeon Charlotte. About 45 children will be examined and referred for local treatment or state health service depending on needs. committee chair J. W. Grandjean seeks city, Salem and Greensboro families to participate.
Alicia Hart urges a seven day at home beauty plan to refresh winter weariness. Set an earlier bedtime for morning workouts, cleanse and pamper nightly, then tackle one self improvement task daily from closets to letters. Stay calm, walk daily, and end the week feeling transformed.
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