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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1936
Page
2
Chicago reports a 1936 furniture revival driven by modernistic home furnishings approaching the machine age aesthetic. Walnut is favored. 80 percent of show models ship in the modern mode, with 18th century and early American pieces still prominent. Buyers expect strong winter sales and prices higher by 6 to 10 percent versus last year.
Ickes argues for equitable taxation as government policy. He cites Henry Ford's potential heir and a total Ford fortune around 550 to 600 million dollars, noting substantial future tax payments could be absorbed by profits. Sloan is criticized for claiming political management offers stability, while facing past pleas for government aid.
Eyewitness recalls a brutal air assault on an Ethiopian Red Cross hospital camp. Bombs and machine gun fire killed 28 Ethiopians and wounded many as ambulances and tents were ripped apart amid fires. Swedish and Ethiopian officials confirm deliberate attacks despite Red Cross emblems.
President Roosevelt outlines a neutrality policy to curb belligerent support, limit shipments of war materials, defend the nation, and offer legitimate aid to foster peace. He faces mixed reception from senators, with critics labeling the speech unnecessary while supporters back his call to avoid embroilment and uphold democracy. The event draws a grand scene with Mrs. Roosevelt present and a ceremonial audience, as discussions shift to budget balance and potential shifts in court procedures.
A speaker criticizes powerful minority influence and warns that laissez faire policies and tax cuts would invite autocracy and enslavement of the public. He recalls the 1787 constitutional convention and urges repeal of harmful measures while praising Royce for faith in life and service.
New York cotton futures opened quiet with small declines then gains as traders await Monday's anticipated Supreme Court decision on the AAA and Bankhead acts. Prices ranged from 11.70 for January to 10.59 for December, with March around 11.40 and Oct near 10.60 after the first hour.
Headlines warn of state militia being used in the January 21 primary as Huey P. Long era tensions resurface. Gov. O K Allen denies plans to steal the election and warns he will mobilize the militia if officials fail to act. Opponents cheer a congressional probe of election machinery and predict a provisional government under agents and soldiers if a fair vote is not achieved.
In Chicago a 35 year old wife of a painters union official, Elsie Henneman, was fatally shot last night. Investigators say the shooting resulted from a war for control within the union factions. Her husband George Henneman, secretary treasurer, survived by diving to their car floor. He refused to speak, fearing more violence.
A brief note explains most carburetors run a richer than needed gasoline mixture and air fuel ratio. It suggests optimizing settings to improve efficiency and reduce fuel waste.
A quirky Idlewild Beach Golf Club feature in Island New York places the top tee atop the clubhouse, with dirt over the roof and grass thriving on the height, a famed oddity in world golf. The piece blends eccentric sports lore with historical oddities about governance, foreign doctors, and the influence of James Conwell and his Acres of Diamonds lecture.
Information from Washington confirms the North Carolina Federal Soil Conservation Office in the post office building will join the Spartanburg regional unit, but the local office will remain open indefinitely. Representatives Hancock and Cooley relayed that no change is planned for the state's setup, with Southern regional headquarters now operating in Spartanburg. Local workers expressed relief and satisfaction. Dr. J H Stallings, the director, could not be reached for comment.
New York stocks opened active then cooled with a narrow overall range after Congress received the Roosevelt state of the nation message. Pierce Oil preferred led gains near four points while Standard Oil of New Jersey rose modestly. Allied Chemical Colorado & Southern Packard Santa Fe and North American advanced. Losers included U S Steel Chrysler General Motors American Can U S Smelting Radio Douglas Aircraft and Boeing.
In Morganton Roy Cook and Forest Chap man were held for a preliminary hearing on murder charges after neighbor John Lail was shot during a Christmas night melee at his home. Officers continue case investigations.
In early trading on the cotton market here today lower foreign markets led to small declines. The March contract rose 2 points to 13.87 at the first call, while January opened at 11.61, May at 11.12, Hye at 10.89 and October at 10.67.
Chicago producers report unsettled butter and creamery specials with wide price spreads. Eggs show brisk receipts with grades including easy extra firsts and fresh graded firsts. Market notes reference current receipts, refrigerator extras, and standards with multiple percentage ranges.
Readable items show broad stock activity with numerous tickers and percentages, including majors such as Am Pow, Goodyear, Chrysler, Coca Cola, and AT&T. The list reflects a volatile week with notable gains and declines across industries, including auto, steel, chemicals, and consumer goods. The report lists multiple prices, percentages, and company names in a dense OCR style.
Tourists are allowed to bring their cars into Cuba without paying duties and may use them there for 180 days. At the end of this period they must either leave the country or pay the duties.
North Carolina invested about $500,000 in 1935 by individuals and companies for gold mining prep. State geologist H. J. Bryson cited prospecting, site improvements, and new recovery plants in Charlotte, Rocky River, Gold Hill, Nash County, and other areas. A federal study of gold districts aided local efforts as prices rise.
Official terms of the Franco British proposal to end the Italo Ethiopian war provide for a friendly solution by exchange of territories. Two areas would be ceded to Italy and one area opened to Italian colonization with exclusive economic rights. Ethiopia would receive a strip of Eritrean territory and the port of Assab ceded to it.
Paris reports react sharply to President Roosevelt's message to Congress with fears of oil embargo measures that could raise European war readiness. French observers warn such steps might hasten conflict while others call for peacetime limits on belligerent exports. They accuse Roosevelt of isolating America and provoking autocracy by not distinguishing aggressor from victim.
Tokyo dispatch reports Japanese press largely declined to endorse aggressive action after President Roosevelt’s message to Congress. Asahi and Yomiuri outlets highlighted neutral stances and cautioned against readers’ fears, while officials waited for New Year holidays to end before commenting.
Dr F W Mueller secretary of the Board of Church Extension of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Philadelphia will preach at St Mark’s Church Sunday morning at 11 o’clock. A general invitation is extended to all who can attend. Funeral of Sherman Bell Sunday Afternoon at 3 30. Services at Ha Funeral Chapel and Rev A H T send will conduct with burial in Greenhill.
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