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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1930
Page
4
The arrest in Florida of John Morgan on a Stanly county murder case raises hope that Francis Tally's 38 year old killing may be solved. If Morgan is guilty, the case would confirm murder will out, though he may not be guilty. The piece ponders guilt, fear, and justice across decades.
A bombing at R W Baldwins Marion home reflects lingering tensions after a textile strike. Labor leaders deny union involvement though many blame the agitation for the broader unrest. The piece urges local, native leadership to guide practical unionization and avoid profitless strikes and crime.
The dismissal of students convicted of hazing at N. C. State supports public confidence in the institution. Most students are peaceable, and the college will likely punish others involved in recent disturbances. Authorities identify the harmful group, as anti social activity demands vigorous suppression. The campus mirrors broader world problems and lessons from handling them.
Authorities at North Carolina State are praised for decisive action against hazing. The college shows determination to curb a spirit of disorder both on and off campus, signaling that the reform may continue beyond this action and will be dealt with adequately.
The Charlotte Observer notes furniture output and prices followed residential building. A 1929 factory value exceeded 1 billion dollars, with 45 percent for materials, 25 percent wages, and 30 percent overhead and profits. Demand rose but price cutting squeezed profits.
A satirical look at publishers catalogs suggesting Americans with typewriters flood the market with novels. The piece notes the sheer volume of new books and the difficulty of tracking authors and titles amid the ongoing literary rush.
Critics argue new books print well yet miss authentic American experiences. They note daily newspapers better capture the American scene than novels and urge writers to mine factors like Chicago, Detroit industry, and Pennsylvania steel to reflect real life. Prominent figures such as Ford and Capone are cited as examples of potent material awaiting depiction.
Gastonia Gazette argues publicity curbs corruption in government. It cites Chicago’s secret, unequal tax assessments and states that publishing them led to public outcry, bankruptcy, and a push toward fairer, more efficient taxation. Continuous light prevents graft and incompetence from thriving.
The piece argues publicity exposes inequality in tax assessments. Citizens in Chicago protested after the State Tax Commission required publication, triggering reform toward a fairer, more efficient system despite ongoing bankruptcy and graft concerns.
The article notes surprise as Tom Heflin did not obtain the supreme court appointment, defying expectations and prompting reaction from observers.
A new United States marshal was appointed recently in Philadelphia. The appointee is named Fetters, taking over duties in the federal marshal service.
While President Hoover enjoyed fishing in Florida, the Senate debated Attorney General Frank Hughes on a heated issue. The scene linked Hoover’s leisure with a high profile legal or policy dispute, highlighting political tension and procedural drama in Washington.
An 83 year old man named Edison has slept 151475 hours of a possible 627080 hours. The figures illustrate a long tenure of rest to accompany a lengthy life.
The piece notes Wampum as America's first currency and warns that continued payments to foreign prize fighters could push the nation back toward that old system. It frames foreign boxing purses as a drain on finances and hints at nostalgia for era-defining tender.
The columnist quotes Clarence Darrow noting wisdom does not come simply with age, but warns that growing older reveals things you cannot eat, implying limits to practical gains from experience.
A Philadelphia judge released a man caught robbing church poor boxes on condition he enlist in the army navy or marines. The move aimed to bolster military morale and manpower.
The remark credits music with beauty entering humanity, noting caution if the doctor refers to specific instruments. The quote frames a broad claim about art shaping human experience and hints at ambiguity about naming particular instruments.
H Grady Dorsett of Wake Forest announces his bid for the Republican nomination to the United States Senate in the June 7 primary. He cites rising GOP sentiment in favor of primaries to counter Democratic dominance and notes Lincoln Day dinner observations in Greensboro about Democrats drawing Republicans into primaries. He argues a party primary strengthens loyalty and rebuilds Republican organization across North Carolina.
Tobacco farmers from across the region gather in Oxford on Wednesday February 19 to hear talks by county and state agricultural agents on tobacco demonstrations variety tests leaf and root disease control and fertilizer use. E Y Floyd J F Bullock S G Lehman and J H Blackwell lead sessions with local agents and the tobacco experiment station staff at the courthouse.
Funeral services for Mrs. Edna F. Livengood aged 82 wife of W E Livengood of Midway township were held at her home and Bethany Reformed church officiated by Rev G W Headen and Rev W M Swaim Surviving are her husband three sons Clyde Elray and Elmer Livengood and a half sister Mrs Mason Davis of Davidson county The pallbearers were Hey Long Fred Craven J A Everhart H L Everhart Wilson Canady and Paul Canady
New notaries of public commissioned today include F. J. Beasley of Lumberton J. W. Bullock Enfield Miss Ethel R. Clement Asheville Robert L. Dick Jr Concord Bonnie D. Fogleman Greensboro Fannie B. Gray Pinehurst Charles J. Harmon Asheville Ethel W. Harriss High Point Marion Secrest Winston Salem J Edgar Sigman Hickory W S Swain Rocky Mount H M Symmes Wilmington Ethel H. Turlington Benson W W Woods Durham Albert H. Blake Asheville M R Townsend Fair Bluff.
Washington report notes rapid expansion in chromium use, driven by extensive adoption for plating automobile parts. Lewis A. Smith of the Bureau of Mines cites growing demand as a key factor.
Raleigh February reports say Josiah William Bailey remains unfazed by Charlotte talks urging both him and Senator Simmons to withdraw in favor of former Governor A. W. McLean. Bailey calls it a surprise and plans to run seven weeks more.
North Carolina saw 58 deaths and 228 injuries in 205 auto accidents in January, with rural highways bearing most fatal crashes. Pedestrians faced heavy risk, 15 killed while walking, and three children died playing in the street, while reckless and speeding reported as major causes.
Dr. Ira Landrith citizenship superintendent of the International Society of Christian Endeavor will address Asheville on March 10. Landrith, a 1916 vice presidential candidate, previously led Ward Belmont College.
Only 64 students of the University of Georgia’s 1,664 are from other states, showing a heavily in state student body. The data underscores limited geographic diversity among enrollees.
Certificates show Hill's Ice Cream in Whiteville K and L Panel Company in Statesville Rich Square Gin Company Beaumont Park Company and Sanatorium in Black Mountain Alamance County Community Builders Co & R Stores Elizabeth City Rhodes Manufacturing in Lexington plus noted US potash import figure of 18 million dollars annually.
An advertisement touts Phillips Milk of Magnesia as relief for pregnant women from nausea to digestion. It claims it neutralizes cow’s milk for infant feeding and serves as a mild laxative, with free booklet offered to new and expectant mothers.
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