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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1939
Page
4
A biblical verse notes A Thought And Jehoahaz sleeping with his fathers and Joash succeeding in Samaria. A separate quotation warns that reflection on royal duties makes the crown tremble.
In a Florida address the President underscored America's commitment to self government and warned of dangers to democracies abroad. He signaled possible shortening of a southern voyage as international tensions rise, while defense spending and alarm alerts stir domestic debate on arms programs.
Senator John W. Umstead pushes a liquor warehouse bill for dry counties arguing legal sales would curb bootleggers and boost state revenue. The measure faces slim chances, yet he pursues it zealously as the state seeks funds for public services.
The article discusses Senator Umstead's persistent push for a liquor tax, arguing the state could profit from warehoused liquor versus bootlegged sales. It notes his goal is not to promote a new commodity but to tax one already in demand, though his effort is described as failing.
The piece praises Mr. Hopkins as a new cabinet member and argues for a balanced payroll system. It supports public works to fill employment gaps and warns private payrolls alone may not restore security. The writer believes broader funding would strengthen confidence in government more than armaments.
Engineering preliminaries for reconstructing the High eetste Saléna highway are underway and the remaining work will start within a month. A joint effort by Winston-Salem and High Point residents secured road authorities support after potential PWA funding delays. The plan promises straightening sharp curves and widening to 22 feet to improve the 18 mile link, boosting business and social ties while reducing hazards.
The editorial laments Massachusetts plan to repeal a loyalty oath for schoolteachers and notes poor repeal prospects. It criticizes veterans groups for opposition, warns against Communist support, and argues the push risks politicians smearing the repeal as Red-inspired. It cautions that fear may push lawmakers to uphold wrong measures.
The Salisbury Post lauds Dr. Louis Poteat for his temperance stance and scientific insight into alcohol. The Winston-Salem Journal notes AFL leaders calling for government business labor cooperation, while lamenting gaps and tensions among unions and industry as America seeks common welfare and forward progress.
A compact one minute view presents rapid events as they unfold. The prose captures a world in motion where destiny is shaped in split seconds and real time reporting portrays ongoing happenings.
A 1938 Esquire column lists per minute costs across nations and sectors. It notes dental expenses at six teen dollars a minute, filings and drills at several dollars, gold costs, and rapid education, forestry, and cigarette production figures. It references world events and quotes Floyd S. Chalmers on peace versus war.
A pamphlet-style argument urges workers to join unions to gain higher wages and shorter hours. It warns against company unions controlled by management and explains the role of the National Labor Relations Board and the Wagner Act in endorsing true collective bargaining. DAVID W. CRAWFORD.
A letter lambasts the North Carolina General Assembly for delaying old age assistance. The writer notes current pensions of 9 to 12 dollars monthly and warns of rising costs, urging a raise in state and county funds to meet promised support. Continues on Page 5.
Dr J E Pritchard recalls the February 1899 snowfall that crippled Durham and Ramseur. The record cold reached 16 below in Ramseur as days of heavy drifting and coal shortages closed Trinity College. Students enjoyed a week of vacation with fire and old barn treats while Mother Goose framed the winter memory.
The piece recalls past claims that the Gulf Stream moved closer to North Carolina shores causing warmer winters. Scientists say minor year to year changes occur but no major impact. Russian observations from near the North Pole hint at milder polar temperatures and weaker winter winds, while local coal piles show variability.
A reflective piece argues February walks reveal vivid nature. It highlights oak, tulip tree, magnolia relatives, sweet gum, black gum, hickories, sycamore, beech and red birch bark and outlines the beauty of winter woods with emphasis on their structures, colors, and life.
A review discusses Birdwell's book Ring Doorbells chronicling the human side of reporters and the hypnotic pull of journalism. It also notes a Duke University memorial for William Kenneth Boyd with speakers, tributes, and references to his career and publications.
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