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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1931
Page
4
National Advertising lists Frost Landis and Kohn at Brunswick building 250 Park Avenue New York People’s Gas Building Michigan Boulevard for all departments and contacts.
A brief devotional note cites Ephesians 4 verse six and Addison, asserting there is one God above all and that seeking approval from any being besides the Supreme is folly. The text reflects churcher tone and moral reflection typical of the era.
The piece notes Princess Louise Victoria Alexandra Dagmar as the royal sister who avoided the spotlight, loved by many, living simply and supporting theater. It contrasts the monarchy’s respectable, mediocrity driven image with Edward VII’s era and suggests royalty embodies British public tastes, while hinting the princess led a quiet, sheltered life.
The American Bankers Association president cites strong banking prospects after a year of testing. Consolidation and branch banking advance, with a trend toward larger banking chains. The year of trial may push the U S to adopt a structure akin to Canada’s system.
Congressmen Neal and Wood critique party primary procedures. A militant minority in North Carolina opposes the primary statute, with Republicans not fully yielding to its objections. The piece notes ongoing resistance within the dominant party.
The piece debates GOP primary influence in North Carolina politics and the cost burden on candidates. It questions two year congressional terms, suggesting four year terms might curb time serving and improve legislation. It also urges retailers to advertise values to stimulate demand.
Reports of depleted retail inventories across commodities suggest merchants are sold out and buyers will return, likely spurring manufacturing. data from a North Carolina city show only a small 1929–1930 drop, while stock reductions imply a faster economic upturn next year.
In Chicago six women on a coroner's jury convict a woman on manslaughter charges, sparking debate on whether female jurors judge fellow women more harshly or fairly. The piece argues women act with clear conscience and duty, while men show leniency. It also notes calls for psychiatric clinics in large courts to improve crimes trials.
The piece questions Senator Norris’s resistance to a third party and contemplates a broader shift within or between the major parties. It notes deep divisions among lawmakers who are technically in the same party and asks when a realignment might occur and what might trigger it.
Minnie Atkins Edwards argues that genuine religion lies in love and mercy not strict obedience. She notes modern society seeks happiness, healing, and salvation through Jesus commandments to love God and neighbor, contrasting rigid Puritan penalties with Hawthorne's Scarlet Letter as a critique.
The Greensboro District Missionary Institute of the Methodist church will convene at West Market church Greensboro Thursday morning at ten oclock. Rev W A Newell says pastors district and associate lay leaders Sunday school superintendents presidents of missionary societies and Epworth leagues chairmen of missionary committees and others are expected to attend. A fine program has been arranged and distinguished speakers will address the meeting. A large delegation is expected from the High Point churches.
Rev A L Lucas former Calvary M E Church pastor preached at the Christian Church yesterday at 11 am on The Transfiguration. He urged that God calls the world’s attention to His Son and warned against money pleasure and neglect.
In Ramsey Isle of Wight a 40 year old man, R Romain, and a 14 year old girl Lea lie Isaac, both blind, were leading in a public contest when they fell into the harbor and drowned.
Editor reports a happy gathering at Ward Street Church and Sunday school. Brother E M Jones spoke on laying up treasures in heaven from Luke 12 19 34 and Matt 6 19 21, urging focus on God and His kingdom amid hard times. The Men’s Bible class discussed John the Baptist birth and mission, emphasizing preparation, Nazarite vows, desert schooling, and universal calling to evangelism.
A radio program night list features Vernon Cathart tenor Adelyn Hood soprano and a male quartet on WABC with a 8 15 opening by Russell Pratt Ransom Sherman and Joe Rudolph as three bakers on WABC and 60 stations at 9 originating from WMAQ Chicago Marguerite Watts soprano soloist with Rochester Civic Symphony on WJZ and stations at Sherlock Holmes adventure The Musgrace Ritual WHA and eastern and midwest groups at 10.
In a personal message, the writer urges faithful witnesses to enlarge the gospel work while accommodating change. He urges believers to live in close union with Christ, praising a worship day at a Watd Street church and extending blessings to the congregation and their pastor George H. Crowell.
Enterprise Bureau Raleigh dispatch says Governor O Max Gardner will deliver his 1931 message to the assembly before a joint session Friday at the Sir Walter Hotel in Raleigh. The plan outlines upcoming legislative priorities and state issues for the session.
The governor signals a heavy early agenda as the legislature convenes January 7 with a perfunctory first day and committee appointments on Thursday. Budget messages are expected around January 12 or 18, depending on whether lawmakers extend the weekend. The session may demand more work than prior years if new bills advance.
J M Campbell formerly with Plumber shop in Wachovia Bank building has taken over duties as co-owner of the Sheraton Hotel shop. Announcement made today.
Dr. L. H. Gwynne Bishop of Egypt and the Sudan uses a mobile church fitted with an altar table rails reading desk pulpit and folding chair on railway service in Egypt.
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