This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1938
Page
4
Observers focus on foreign developments as Hitler prepares his anticipated address and Britain’s cabinet debates pacification of Europe. France seeks firmer action against southern European aggression while Rome and Berlin influence shapes test the peace. Domestic politics recede as news centers on Europe and its impact.
The life of Rev. O E Cunningham touched many in High Point and Waxhaw. He came to be with his daughter Mrs H W McCain and his passing prompted a citywide observance as neighbors recalled his quiet service and unselfish influence.
Charles L. Amos announces an immediate plan to construct a full fashioned hosiery manufacturing plant about one mile east of the city limits. The project promises to augment local production of better quality hosiery and expand community industrial equipment.
The article notes a new plant location outside city limits near utilities, promising tax savings and industrial expansion for High Point. It argues outside placement advantages outweigh disadvantages and counters Pennsylvania’s hosiery leadership concerns, citing southern investors backing capital shifts.
George A Matton lived much of his life in High Point where he arrived at age 15 and became a central civic figure. He served as the oldest Wesley Memorial M E church steward and was a pioneer in local building and loan work. Born in Ohio, he deeply identified with North Carolina and was beloved for his unostentatious life and friendship.
The National Conference of Jews and Christians promotes cross faith understanding with three radio programs this week. George M. Cohan Al Shean Edwin C Hill Deems Taylor Andre Kostelanetz appear on the Columbia network at 2 pm. Paul Lucas stars in A Doll’s House on WOR Mutual network Monday at 6 45 pm.
A Rupert Hughes sketch titled On to York town will be aired tonight at 10 o clock over the NBC network. The piece was written for the National Conference of Jews and Christians and promotes a spirit of unity to ease humanity’s troubles.
A letter to the editor argues North Carolina allocates a larger share of state earnings to schools than New York. It cautions against assuming adults lack willingness to sacrifice for youth and urges considering the relation between funding and performance.
In UNC News Letter two tables compare states on income per child and per pupil expenditure. New York leads both, while North Carolina shows low income per child and modest per pupil spending. The writer argues NC needs higher incomes or fewer children, suggesting federal aid as a possible solution.
City officials warn that many parents are allowing their children to work without proper oversight. Officials urge compliance with state standards and emphasize protections for minors in the workforce.
The High Point official warns against pushing underage labor on streets selling candy peanuts chewing gum and periodicals and bans under 18s from selling alcohol outlets. Boys 14 to 16 may work four hours daily during school and eight hours in vacations, with a 7 am to 6 pm window. Parents and grocers urged to cooperate with the North Carolina Department of Labor.
A reader from High Point North Carolina argues the Sabbath was given to the Jews and not to earlier peoples citing Genesis Exodus and Ezekiel. The letter asserts the seventh day was blessed after creation and that the Ten Commandments apply to the living generation.
A 1938 opinion piece argues agriculture sustains civilization and outlines methods to boost yields. It urges lime on acidic soils, subsoiling, potash and phosphates, legumes to fix nitrogen, and abandoning the turning plow to cut fertilizer costs. It emphasizes dairying poultry and eggs, livestock, and diverse crops to raise profits and regional wealth.
A reflective piece on losing neighbors to move away, the void it leaves, and the value of community. The author recalls two local citizens, John Wilson Clinard and O. E. Cunningham, whose enduring influence is noted amid reminiscence and quiet sorrow. A humorous aside about Sir Percy the cat ends the note.
The Enter prise reports O O McIntyre recalling a church service lived on the fringe of things. He felt composed and tranquil for the week ahead though he feared many delay matters of the spirit. Odd has passed on, moving to the heart of reality, making his churchgoing words more significant than common phrases.
Ishbel MacDonald aged 34, daughter of a former British prime minister, declares courting is serious business as she speaks about modern relationships and expectations for women of 34.
This column surveys English and Scottish surname origins tied to land and water features. It explains hill and dale names like Cairn Craig and Hall, field and wood names such as Field Wood Harwood and Whitfield, and water related surnames including Brooks Burns and Ford. It notes island and crossing formations like Ey Holm Hook and Wade.
Regional notes in San Francisco speak of a Pacific power realignment as California shifts focus from Florida to Alaska. Analysts see slim chances for new world naval limits, while major powers abandon the slogan Don’t give up the ships in favor of changed strategy.
With one sixth of New York City on relief the rest may seek relief from relief. Children could be written off economically in this age of industrialized mechanization. Dr Paul Popenoe eugenist warns about social strain and future costs.
A journalist surveys two narrative poems and several works. The Great Horse by Helen Margaret follows Lucinda Holman amid Mormon exodus with romantic contrasts and strong verse. Death Sails With Magellan portrays Magellan's voyage, while Old Hell and other titles offer stark frontier and unvarnished tales with vivid notes.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.