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A devotional note reflects on John 10 30 asserting I and my father are one and that God spoke through Him and did mighty works through Him.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1957
Page
4
A devotional note reflects on John 10 30 asserting I and my father are one and that God spoke through Him and did mighty works through Him.
High Point voters cast only a fraction of the total as $6,200,000 in water sewer and traffic bond authorizations were approved in a city election. Civic apathy dominated turnout while officials warn the five council seats to be filled will influence a large two year building program.
A fire at a crowded aging school in Surry County forced 400 students to evacuate through a smoke filled auditorium. Highlighting danger, the incident echoes multiple recent fires, urging immediate corrective action and better funding across levels to prevent further tragedy.
A High Point area discussion urges church members to model charity and understanding. Editors warn against internal quarrels and hypocritical behavior while stressing the church’s role in guiding citizens toward moral conduct and unity.
Robeson County Senator Cutlar Moore publicly admitted he was wrong on a 1955 bill requiring the State Highway Patrol to paint cars silver and black. He now supports keeping unmarked cars out of sight to better deter highway violators. The article credits Moore’s honesty and endorses him as Tar Heel of the Week.
A legislator reports growing support for higher teacher pay and willingness to raise taxes. The change from last week to this week signals stronger public backing for increased education funding.
The notice states that all carriers, dealers and distributors are independent contractors and that the High Point News is not responsible for any advance payments made to them or their representatives. Readers are urged to contact their local carrier for home delivery rates and National Advertising Representatives Ward Griffith Company for advertising.
A reader urges the California Highway Department to raise the bank and rebuild the 421 highway curve near Pomona to reduce fatalities. He cites an accident involving friend Mr. Herford and argues faster speeds and safer design would prevent deaths on that dangerous road.
The sermon reflects on Job 13 15 and the human need to trust God amid mystery. It notes that questions of why misfortune arise persist as science advances and highlights Christ's example of faith in hardship. A North Carolinian in poverty remains steadfast, exemplifying divine mastery over adversity.
The column questions whether 12 to 13 year olds should attend rock movies and stage shows with parental input. It cites a Netherlands New Guinea official belittling Elvis and a New York theater riot to argue adults must set clear rules, noting many teens respect good guidance while some rebel.
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