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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1957
Page
4
A Bible thought for today cites Luke 18 1 on the duty to pray and not desist. It frames faith as a form of courage and asserts nothing is impossible with belief in the battle of life.
Congressional leaders weigh the Eisenhower Doctrine and Formosa precedent as a limited mid east intervention. McCormack warns of dangers to relations with the Soviet Union while backing a cautious, time-bound approach to deter aggression and avoid a broader war. The plan aims to warn Russia with commitment to act, but could become a volatile time bomb if misused.
The 1956 March of Dimes push highlights Salk vaccine impact with a 45 percent drop in polio from 1955 and urges wider uptake. Adults aged 20 to 35 show only partial inoculation, while producers cut back on supply. An ample national stock exists for a full three shot series for nearly 100 million people up to age 35.
Editorial notes Canada sponsored UNEF and urges a permanent UN armed force drawn from smaller nations. Rob Pinard, Canadian Secretary of State, told the General Assembly that member states should earmark units for UN police actions, though governments hesitate to commit in advance.
The article traces postwar UN security dynamics from the five permanent members to the Korean War. It notes Truman’s “police action” label, UN command formation, and troop contributions led by the United States with Canadian forces playing a notable role. Lester B. Pearson and Maj Gen Burns highlight Canada’s ongoing support for UN efforts and NATO discussions.
George Sokolsky praises Rudolf Bing for a New Year’s Eve Metropolitan Opera production of La Perichole in English. He lauds the staging and acting, notes the gentleness of Offenbach, complains about modern theater noise, and reflects on urban change and historic venues.
Washington reports ICC scrutiny of rail passenger deficits as 1950s traffic stabilizes. Officials project hearings next spring on cost allocations and possible subsidies for essential passenger routes, amid proposals for fare hikes and tax relief for high cost commuter lines.
High Point hosiery makers face a chaotic price picture with Diamond Fruit of the Loom cutting stockings to 79 cents a pair and Burlington Hosiery raising unbranded prices. Other plants plan new facilities in Burlington and Bakersville while conference talks in New York may set the tone for future pricing. Dr W R McKaughn recovers after a bizarre accident and local business shifts involve Collier Ellis and the Sheraton hotel. Piedmont Airlines reports record passenger miles and traffic, as Capital A ir Lines eyes Viscount service.
A North Carolina Department of Conservation and Development discussion shows a $300000 advertising budget cannot cover state flags souvenirs or parade floats. Officials insist funds are tax money for specific purposes, limiting promotional items for out of state events and national conventions.
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