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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1963
Page
4
A compact meditation on mortality and equality before life’s end. Ancient and modern voices note that rulers and ruled share the same fate in death, with a faith perspective underscoring humility and justice.
The piece argues that limiting reporters to a press gallery would dull public understanding of the General Assembly. Rep. Clifton Blue seeks open access while Sen. Clarence Stone insists reporters be excluded from the Senate floor. The result would delay informing voters and reduce direct contact between constituents and their representatives.
James Meredith will not attend the University of Mississippi next semester amid federal protection and campus turmoil. The author argues the fight at Ole Miss burned out a foul chimney, noting progress in the South despite ongoing racial tensions and differing regional attitudes.
The United Nations role in the Congo draws heavy crossfire from varied critics in Britain and the United States. U Thant faces personal attack in the British press, while U.S. support is framed as venal. Pravda and South African outlets also criticize U.N. and Western motives as Katanga’s crisis deepens. The piece notes Congo’s tribal origin and lack of political structure at independence, with the U.N. filling essential administration and technical needs. The editorial argues Katanga is not a viable state, and UN action is necessary to prevent explosive power struggles in Africa.
Publication statement for the High Point Enterprise newspaper, noting its printing schedule and address, as an independent local paper published daily and on Sundays in High Point, North Carolina.
The article surveys an optimistic view of the U S balance of payments, dollar strength, and growth in 1963 driven by Western economies. It cites gains in Europe and Japan, slower Soviet industrial growth, and challenges for Latin America and European tariffs on U S agricultural exports.
William A. Shires reports a mood among lawmakers that major new spending or tax programs are unlikely in the 1963 session. Optimism centers on meeting urgent needs within the present fiscal framework, with modest increases and targeted capital improvements rather than sweeping new programs. Some talk of minor tax changes and possible repeal of the 1961 food tax is noted, but no drastic shifts are anticipated.
A survey of General Assembly members reveals mixed views on new taxes and revisions. Rep William Reid proposes reducing inequities while preserving revenue. Rep Tom Newman sees sales tax issues as ongoing. Sen Hector McLean opposes new taxes but supports revisions. Sen Luther Hamilton favors current system with possible tweaks. Sen W Lunsford Crew doubts need for new legislation and stresses prudent tax spending.
The Investors News 1963 forecast predicts rising demand for home furnishings due to population growth affluence and lifestyle changes. 1962 sales set a record with $5.7 billion projected to exceed 1961, while furniture's share of disposable income remains near 1.5 percent. The report cites stronger spending on attractive homes, new materials and styling, and a shift from autos to homes as status symbols.
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