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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1963
Page
2
Editorial argues Kennedy must push for stronger Made in U S A solutions and robust leadership in Cold War policy. It credits 1962 gains in Cuba, removal of missiles, and the USSR China split for slowing communism, while urging bold yet reasonable action to deter waste and protect freedom amid allies' sensitivities.
The sudden death of Oklahoma Senator Robert S Kerr and the ill health of Virginia Senator Harry F Byrd signal a major shift in Democratic leadership as the 88th Congress prepares for its second session. Louisiana Senator Russell Long could rise to the Finance chair if Byrd is sidelined, prompting concern and prayers for Byrd’s health amid looming fiscal and tax policy changes.
Interstate Commerce Commission approves the Baltimore and Ohio merger with the Chesapeake and Ohio, signaling a broad consolidation of trunk lines. The move aims to salvage a financially failing railroad system, with Eastern lines hardest hit, while Dixie and Western routes show some resilience. Officials insist mergers will serve national needs and public interests amid growing airline and rail consolidations, despite fears of reduced competition.
Editorial notes 1962 steel production at around 9 million ingot tons with 110 million annual rate possible by spring. Output and profits diverge. profits fall despite stable production. US Steel led price raises declined by Kennedy veto. industry cuts costs and layoffs. Foreign competition rises as US share shrinks from 46% in 1950 to 25% recently. Armco showcases steel house to boost construction and potential 15% cost reductions versus wood.
The High Point Enterprise masthead shows the paper as an independent daily and Sunday newspaper with contact details and staff roles. Names listed include RAWLEY as President, MRS R B TERRY as Secretary-Treasurer, HOLT PHERSON as Editor, C. WE PATTERSON as Managing Editor, W TOL Jr as Advertising Director, and CHARLES B as Business Manager with circulation information and mailing details.
A nine month milestone since Melvin D received a cadaver kidney marks potential new medical firsts at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital Boston. The achievement signals ongoing progress in kidney transplantation and related research by a team of scientists.
The Peter Bent team led by Murray Harrison Merrill reports success with chemotherapy guiding nonidentical kidney grafts from unrelated donors. Following earlier identical twin transplants, they aim to make living unrelated and living donor kidneys viable, reducing reliance on heart or paired organs.
Rup ert W Scott of Hawfields emerges as a rising potential 1964 governor candidate with strong Western and Raleigh backing. He has yet to comment beyond a conditional openness, while Scott supporters push for a compromise position within the Democratic party. The piece notes the Scott family political lineage and links to State Grange leadership and farming roots, with speculation on a path via agriculture commissioner.
Within both groups factions back Dr. Henry Jordan of Cedar Falls or State Democratic Chairman Bert Bennett. Dr. Beverly Lake may run again. Sanford Scott supporters hedge, delaying choice if Jordan delays. Possible second primary hinges on Bennett or Robert Scott as acceptable opponents to the Republican nominee.
Holt McPherson and Gi Sermon Willis Slane Jr eye a power boat speed record run from Miami to New York, aiming to reach the Boat Show opening a week hence. County Manager Harry Weatherly departs to Mecklenburg County but pledges continued Guilford County growth and friendship. Dr. Brick Saunders retires from pediatrics in High Point after decades shaping the field, with Drs. Geddie Lynch and Bridgers stepping in. Wisconsin and Southern California top New Year football shows, while local leaders push a new High Point civic building and city’s AAU swimming showcase next August. Postal rate changes begin January 7, urging changes in envelopes and stamps.
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