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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1937
Page
4
A short devotional couplet emphasizes blessing on entering and leaving, blessing following virtuous deeds, and a late reward that eventually comes. The lines echo biblical promise and literary maxims about merit and reward.
The piece portrays the highway patrol as expanding from traffic duties to labor plant standpoints and public events, while liquor seizures near Charlotte attract attention. It notes tensions with local police and guards, critiques past lax enforcement of prohibition, and hopes for clearer duty definitions to curb law evasion.
The Charlotte Observer discusses state rural school consolidation, noting questions about the plan and its wisdom. Education leaders must meet critics and justify the policy while addressing road-building gaps that affect student transport to consolidated centers.
The text notes persistent public demand for better roads despite ongoing decentralization of schools. It underscores a split between strong supporters and critics on road improvements and implies that transportation issues remain a priority regardless of education governance changes.
State contractors oppose a proposed three percent tax on heavy goods materials. They warn it would restrict construction, raise costs, and curb taxable values, risking slower wealth creation for the state and its sub divisions.
The piece criticizes House Bill 280 as bureaucratic and burdensome, arguing it gives the Labor Commissioner excessive authority without clear state gains. It warns the rigid provisions could disrupt recovery, increase costs, and drive business out of the state, urging balanced law for progress.
The piece argues that extortion through mail and threats must be exposed. It praises the DOJ and public publicity as tools to deter and punish extortionists who prey on victims and invoke fear. It laments quiet abuses and urges relentless reporting to uncover and defeat such crimes.
A brief quotation notes that today’s young boys are more sophisticated and assertive, likening them to “savages” in a sharp observation attributed to Booth Tarkington. The remark frames a cultural shift in child behavior and perception.
J R Self Jr argues the Supreme Court reform push is partisan bickering by opponents of Roosevelt. He contends the president acts for mankind and predicts victory, noting the aging job market for those over fifty and urging support for reform.
Charles Warren argues that the American federal republic relies on a Supreme Court to limit national powers. Without judicial review, the Constitution fails and Congress could rewrite the government. He warns Americans to recognize attacks on the Court as threats to the republic and constitutional framework.
Manager Joe McCarthy of the New York Yankees predicts a closer American League race this season with Cleveland and Detroit following in that order. A separate quote notes teaching is an individual job and pupils are individuals, urging teachers to resist union hours.
A 65 year old woman is mistaken for a 25 year old daughter of John Shepard Jr., former mayor of Palm Beach, on his 80th birthday. The remark notes Shepard’s longevity and public figure status.
Gen. Hermann Goering declares Europe split between order and enlightenment and those ruled by destruction and bloodshed, asserting the conflict frames the continent’s present war and political posture.
Mrs. Osa Johnson, widow of explorer Martin Johnson, intends to continue his work alone making additional films in Borneo and the South Seas.
In Washington the GM sitdown strike elevates John L. Lewis as leading figure in the labor movement, aided by the Roosevelt administration. The United Auto Workers win a six month bargain and exclusive bargaining rights, with White House backing shaping terms and pressure on GM.
A diarist style column recounts vivid vignettes from mid-century life. The piece notes cultural quirks, witty lines about everyday objects and people, plus musings on Howard Hughes and social manners. It blends travel, fashion, humor, and anecdotes about gifts.
The piece notes Gertrude Lawrence appears daz zling though not classically attractive. It praises her ensemble presence and dash, with mention that feminine looks are not everything. The writer also compliments New York’s handsome lady, wife of film executive Robert Rubin, as part of the portrait.
The article notes strain between Murphy and Lewis over striking workers at Flint. Murphy, frustrated by Lewis and bidding, pressed to evict strikers as a state officer. He also influenced GM to reconsider which unionists could return after alleged violent acts.
Two higher degrees of Masonry will be organized in High Point at the Masonic temple tomorrow night as the Council of Royal and Select Masters is instituted. The event marks the York rite branch proceedings.
S J Coe and Miss Kathleen Myers both of this city were quietly married at Martinsville Virginia on February 12. Mrs Wilson Hollowell of Elizabeth City is visiting her sister Mrs Roy Spearman.
An earthquake in eastern Europe across the Balkans killed about 600 people yesterday. Reports indicate widespread damage and emergency responses as rescuers search affected towns.
A reader voices preference for tougher screen men over handsome figures like Robert Taylor and Tyrone Power, citing a desire for more masculine portrayals in cinema and mentioning Wallace as a counterpoint to the youthful Mary style of Will and Betty Rogers.
A remark compares a man’s jumping ability to a woman driver approaching, framing a debate on gender and skill in a terse, provocative line. The comment uses hyperbole to imply female drivers alter performance or perception.
Mrs Ed Steen hosted a charming Valentine gathering at her East Washington Street home yesterday afternoon in honor of Miss Annie Leslie Richardson of Rome Ga formerly of High Point. Mrs R L Lotlin traveled to New York and Baltimore to study spring millinery. Mrs Annie Massey returned to Charlotte after visiting her son H C Massey. News notes report two steamers sunk one a British ship of 3760 tons and a smaller German submarine victim. Brand Whitlock the American ambassador to Belgium has been asked to lower the flag at the legation.
A wartime remark notes Hitler’s habit of retreating to his mountain lair and returning with a fresh deception. The comment frames the leader’s pattern as a recurring tactic and warns of renewed bluffing and risk.
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