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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1961
Page
4
A biblical verse plus a quotation from Andrew Jackson are presented. The king declares a land division between the speaker and Ziba, while Jackson counsels careful deliberation followed by decisive action. The two lines contrast political decision and practical promptness.
The article outlines Khrushchev and Moscow backing for Castro as Cuba adjudges US influence and trims embassy staff, raising UN Security Council action prospects. It notes Castro’s isolation risks, possible Latin American spillover, and a Western Hemisphere containment strategy as a new US administration plans foreign policy shifts.
Wilbert G. Fritz of the U S Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization says rising population and consumption will force closer exchange of raw materials as the border between the two neighboring countries remains open. He likens it to a thin paper barrier of bills, declarations, and similar forms rather than an Iron Curtain.
Budget Director Maurice H. Stans forecasts a 50 percent increase in government revenues to $120 billion by 1970 assuming full employment and no tax changes. A 5 percent annual GNP growth could lift the economy to $750 billion, enabling debt relief and tax cuts if realized and acted on in time.
Editorial notes states raised sales tax to 4 percent in Michigan and other changes since 1960, with 33 of 50 states imposing general sales taxes. It highlights dwindling federal match, rising welfare costs, oil glut impacts on Texas and Oklahoma, Virginia liquor tax hikes, and calls for reform including federal funding shifts and school and highway needs.
The British public debates the best schooling for Prince Charles. Lord Altrincham denounces Eton as elitist while palace advisers favor a practical boarding option. Christ's Hospital in Horsham emerges as a compromise, offering wide access and a disciplined culture.
George Sokolski questions the shift from New Deal to Fair Deal and Kennedy’s New Frontier. He outlines a pragmatic 1961 program: restore dollar value, reorganize government, rationalize foreign policy, engage Afro Asian UN allies, and curb unemployment. He warns that without a strong economy, America faces dire social outcomes and Soviet pressure.
The Cotton Bowl highlighted Duke Blue Devils dramatic win over Arkansas Razorbacks amid bowl-season debates on promotions. North Carolina family influence noted as Jordans gather in Thomasville with Senator Everett Jordan and Duke official ties. Southern Pines grows Episcopal role with The Terraces gift and planned conferences. Eastern Air Lines touts on time flights in Greensboro High Point area and runway expansion plans. Representative Ed Kemp eyed for House speaker duties and redistricting chair role amid reapportionment talks.
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