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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1933
Page
4
A religious reflection cites John 17 25 praising intimate knowledge of the Father and the one sent. It adds that profound affection requires sacrifice and references Vauvenargues.
Otto Fisch leads a dangerous life as a Detroit board of health special investigator. He tests cures by pretending illness and adopting disguises to expose medical quacks. His work disrupts charlatans, though he remains in good health, suggesting more cities could use such investigators.
Indiana lawmakers Senator Reynolds and Bailey help end the limestone monopoly by promoting granite and marble for federal buildings. The Senate committee favored granite and marble for government structures despite higher costs, signaling North Carolina stone gains nationwide.
An Ohio farmer, 79, shoots himself and survives, later living as his younger self due to brain damage. The piece ponders memory, identity, and how brain matter shapes self, asking whether we are prisoners of brain structure or capable of something beyond it.
Forrest H. Shuford, after six and a half years guiding boys work in High Point, is promoted to director of the Division of Standards and Inspection in the North Carolina State Labor Department. The role centers on enforcing child labor laws and expands his impact on citizenship in the community and beyond. His work as Boys Commissioner led to a notable reduction in trouble among local youth and earned praise from former Mayor H. A. Moffitt and the city council for solving juvenile issues quietly and effectively.
A reflection on the fiftieth anniversary of the Civil Service Act and the death of James A. Garfield. The piece traces reform from the spoils system, notes key figures like Tom Jenckes and George Pendleton, and chronicles the shift toward merit-based appointments at national and local levels.
The passage credits Mr Samuels and his work with Safety Patrols in schools as crucial to a consolidation plan. It notes his access to needed equipment to continue reclaiming youths at risk of crime and debauchery.
The piece notes that with the passing of George Washingtons era and the death of a former president, the United States faces its first time without a living ex-president since Washington. It reflects on elder statesmen and the perception of Coolidges relative youth, and questions whether the presidency strains a leader's health.
A Western university professor defends academic focus while colleagues argue personal life should not impact evaluation. Columbia President Butler elevates character and good manners as primary tests of students. Frederick Kittrell lauds Butler, urging ethics as basis for advancement.
As Congress and state legislatures push ahead, optimism of a bright New Year fades amid partisan fights and political clashes. Many eyes watch how lawmakers tackle budgets, reforms, and major policy shifts in early year sessions.
A sharp tongue quips that the man who cheats at golf and miscounts a stroke has met his Waterloo in jigsaw puzzles, implying a humorous boxing match with mischief and skill.
A Minneapolis Civil War veteran recalls receiving a beer at a Milwaukee G A R convention six decades ago. He notes that one companion now “can take it or leave it alone” as he ages.
A Cleveland ex-bartender recalls the long standing quip about beer that tickles the nose, linking it to the phrase a snootful and the region’s drinking lore.
A neighbor's raids sparked by complaints that husbands received liquor in exchange for canned goods from wives pantries. The dispute centers on home tastings and the pickles their mates brought home.
High Point hosts one of ten simultaneous liberal religion preaching missions across NC during Jan 15 22. Unitarian Universalist clergy from Boston will present seven address series at 8 PM in the Sheraton Hotel with no revivals or forced conversions. Local committee coordinates, welcoming all church members seeking liberal faith.
Special to the Enterprise reports Mrs. W. E. French, sentenced to ten to fifteen years for secret assault with a deadly weapon on her husband William E. French, is too ill to be moved to the state hospital. She suffered ptomaine poisoning yesterday and was reported recovering today.
In Guilford Superior Court L. G. Coble of Greensboro won a $30 verdict against R. M. Tudor and Mary Tudor of High Point. The plaintiff sought $65 including interest on the account. In the criminal division Wayne Connor of High Point faced breaking and entering charges with leave to proceed.
A total of 300 gallons of buttermilk were distributed this morning from the local Salvation Army post with help from J. R. Willis of High Point Creamery. The effort served 259 families totaling 1,341 people and officials urged returning old creamery bottles to Salvation Army headquarters.
Frank Grist former labor commissioner visited today followed by Mrs Michael Hudson of Greensboro. The article presents a dialogue about wealth and experience with a saying about partnership and money.
Mechanicsville Junior Order A M Council 347 starts weekly educational programs Tuesday January 17 with J C Daniels leading. Paul Swanson notes outside speakers and beneficial topics for members. W P McCarthy won the weekly attendance prize. W C Snider of Winston Salem urged regular meetings and recruitment. A Degree Team is being organized to offer higher degrees in coming weeks.
Chevrolet dealers and sales managers from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Asheboro, Lexington, Thomasville and nearby towns plan a dinner and business meeting at the Sheraton tomorrow night at 7 30. Jack Miller will lead the gathering to discuss a proposed truck campaign and related dealer matters.
Funeral services for Thomas Henderson Totten 51 were held Tuesday at 2:30 pm from his 816 Crawford street home. Interment followed at Oakwood cemetery. Pallbearers and flowers carried by local residents. Choir from First Baptist listened as hymns were sung.
Large crowds visited the World's Wonderland Museum on North Main Street yesterday. The facility features 42 exhibits including the monkey girl Indian clay modeler the fat boy and fat girl the Physic Wonder and others. The museum remains open all day and at night for several days.
Guilford County North Carolina executors Warn all persons with claims against Jerome Gilmer May deceased to exhibit them by December 21 1933. Creditors urged to settle promptly. Executed by Wachovia Bank Trust Company and Gannon Brown May December 21 1932.
Notice of the annual meeting of Piedmont Building and Loan Association stockholders at 7 30 P M January 20 1933 in the Wachovia Bank and Trust Company Director s room. Agenda includes Treasurer report officer elections for the ensuing year and other business.
Notice is given of the Morris Plan Bank annual meeting for stockholders to be held at the bank 108 West Washington Street High Point North Carolina on Thursday January 19 1983 at 730 PM for the transaction of any business that may come before the stockholders.
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